I finally got my sister-in-law to get rid of her wall clock that chirped. Hearing those avian singers belting it out at the top of the hour made me jumpy, even though I love real birds. For those of you who love classic cars, here’s something with a similar concept and an automotive twist.
For GM’s 100th anniversary, Mark Feldstein & Associates, inc., is selling a GM 100th Anniversary Sound Clock. Authentic engine sounds from one of the 12 vehicles vrooms at top of each hour. (Thankfully, a light sensor deactivates the sound when the room is dark, so you won’t be kept up at night with the roar of a Corvette.)
Making their sweet music at the top of the hour are:
*1908 Buick Model 10
*1913 Chevrolet “Little Six”
*1926 Pontiac Series 6-27
*1937 Cadillac Fleetwood
*1949 Oldsmobile 98 Club Sedan
*1957 Chevrolet Bel Air
*1967 Corvette 427 Sting Ray
*1969 Pontiac GTO “The Judge”
*1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS LS-6
*1977 Pontiac Firebird
*1987 Buick Grand National
*The Next Generation Camaro Concept Car
At the center is a 1917 photo of Louis Chevrolet and his riding mechanic after winning the 100 mile race at Sheepshead Bay, N.Y. The 13-inch clock is fun enough for a fun Friday or to save for Dad’s day. You can order it for $24.95 from www.lighterside.com and www.currentcatalog.com