How many people can fit in a car? The answer to that question is more dependent on willpower than space, but if you've ever stepped back and wondered, "will we all fit?" I can tell you that the answer is yes. If you want it badly enough.
Back in the 1970s people definitely wanted to fit, and thanks to the era's station wagons and wide bodied sedans, they did. Forget about soccer mom SUV's of the present, their capacities all pale in comparison to a '70s wagon and some determination.
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“Me and Friends”
“Riding in the back of my parents’ station wagon. This is how we rolled in 1971.”
2
Kids and Groceries
Full in the 1970s.
3
Fun With the Convertible
There better be multiple cars.
4
“My Dad and His Siblings”
“On a parent free, multi-state road trip.”
5
Living in the Van
Two people, one automobile. 1974.
6
Camping Trip
That’s five kids, parents, and gear. 1973.
7
“Chilling With Friends”
In the woods, Illinois, 1970s. And some packed cars.
8
“For Hauling”
The 1970s Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser.
9
Beach Day
Pretty easy stuff for a van.
10
Piling in the Back of Your Parents' Station Wagon
Full in the 1970s.
11
Riding in the Pickup Bed
I count eight, 1970s.
12
Roadside Picnic
Making road trips effortless, 1970s.
13
The Family
Mom, Dad, three kids, and the station wagon.
14
Two People and a Surfboard
That’s a lot for a Stingray.
15
Plenty of Kids
Packed into the van.
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Two Girls
On the same side of a two-seat Trans Am. 1970s.
18
Get In!
A packed road trip in July, 1970.
19
Three Kids
One back row. 1974.
20
One Andre the Giant
And that’s impressive enough.
