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Our channel is dedicated to celebrating the charm of our collective past. Each video takes you on a nostalgic journey, reliving cherished moments for those who experienced them firsthand, and offering a mesmerizing glimpse into a bygone era for those who didn't.
By revisiting yesteryears, we aim to foster a sense of connection and understanding among our viewers. Our history is the foundation of our shared identity, and through its exploration, we pave the path for a brighter tomorrow.
I must say, each video on our channel is crafted with boundless joy and passion.
Everyone is welcome to delve into the enchanting world of Retro "Vintage Vista. So, sit back, relax, and allow us to whisk you away through a portal to simpler times, where life unfolded at a gentler pace.
Some real characterful old school gas stations. The kind where the proprietor would come out to you and check your oil and tires, no need to download apps or anything 🤠
The good old days in some parts of town, lucky I survived some other parts of town. I was there, and I survived the only parts I miss are my friends and my youth.
You don’t need to colorize photos from the 60s. I used color film then- Kodachrome (for slides) and Kodacolor (for prints). Other companies made color film as well. Very common.
I remember the full service gasoline stations of the 1960s. Gas was below a dollar a gallon. Attendants pumped your gas and checked the oil and tire pressure. Some stations even offered trading stamps and various items.
I remember that windmill in Waterloo, NY. There used to be a station & dealership with a lighthouse in Genoa, south of Auburn NY Fun driving around & seeing these places, not to mention the amusement parks. Lots of small towns & villages in the midst of farmland
Glad to hear that you liked the photos! The snow in January 1967 must have been a memorable event. Although we don't have photos of that particular snowstorm
The 53 Studebaker takes the cake!!! Karman Gia, one of the worlds slowest sports cars in the history of mankind! But they look so cool! Austin Healy is to drool for! Ford Econoline, because everyone wants to sit between an engine. Renault Dauphine with 0-60 in about a day.
GREAT PHOTOS ! The late '60s through the early '80s was my time . I was actually at the BROWN DERBY (BOTH OF THEM). The xmas decorations on Hollywood Blvd. used to really be something. I roller skated at "Flippers" on La Cienega and weekends in Venice with my friends too ! All of these great malls are gone now. What a shame. Such great memories ! Thanks !"✌️👍💙
I thought the music was great The Melody Room on Sunset later became The Viper Room And this is where River Phoenix Died this was altogether very enjoyable
I was stationed in Long Beach in 1976 and would hang out in L.A. on the weekends, seeing rock or jazz shows on the Strip at the Whisky or the Roxy, shows at the Santa Monica Civic Center, Angels Stadium, the Palladium in Hollywood, etc. Even then, L.A. was on the downward slide, but at least I got to see it when it was WAY... better than it was when I moved back from the Midwest in '89 for 25 more years. Left in utter disgust in 2015. Taxes, illegal aliens, traffic congestion, graffiti, dangerous crime, gangbangers, homeless bums, druggies, mental cases, etc. Seeing these photos is like a beautiful dream of when L.A./San Francisco weren't yet turned into a dump.
Nostalgia for the past can be strong, especially when you see how a city has changed over time. It is important to preserve and pass on the historical significance of Los Angeles for future generations.
Kudos to the guy that had the foresight to photograph these old businesses- especially the art deco ones from a much earlier time than the 70’s. I wonder which of them might be standing today.. without having been turned into a Starbucks or Mickey D’s
Through these photographs we can gain insight into the richness and diversity of Los Angeles' architectural heritage. This inspires the preservation of the city's history.
Many of the buildings are still here. Thanks in great part to the LA Conservancy which started in 1978 to save the Central Public Library from demolition. Wonderful organization. It's the largest in the USA.
Well! I've read some of the comments. Times change. Nothing stays the same forever. I live next door in Arizona. Have visited Southern California since the 1970's. Have to admit San Diego is my favorite place to visit. Also like Orange county. I read a posting by LAPD that violent crime dropped over 20% from 2023-2024. I bet the crime rate was much higher in the 1980's-90's because of drugs. Especially crack cocaine. Nice weather. Have visited NYC. A lot has changed. In 1990 there was over 2200 murders. In 2023 386 murders. A million more people live in the city now than in 1990. Over 91 million tourists visited the city in 2023. NYC may be safer because of immigration. If convicted of a serious crime you risk deportation.
Miss the days of Bobs Big Boy and two screen neighborhood movie theaters. Anybody else remember being as young as 10 and 11 and parents would drop you off at a movie with a friend and then pick you back up when the movie was over?
Bob's Big Boy in Burbank is still there. It's the original one. There is another one in Downey, California. I think there are a couple more, but they're all in California.
