Frank Lloyd Wright owned a number of cars in his lifetime and most of them seem kind of flashy and unique to me.

Imagine my surprise when we walked into the Hagen History Center in Erie, Pa to find a car that was once owned by the renowned architect. Not only that, the car is a Crosley!

Crosley was a Cincinnati business first known for radios and then household appliances, cars and other items. I have a couple of their radios in my vintage radio collection and squeal like a little girl every time I see one of their products out in the world.

So, meet Frank’s (yes, I call him Frank) 1950 Crosley Hotshot roadster 

Isn’t it fabulous?

Here’s a look at that Crosley logo.

And another look.

Headlights!!!

And just one more….

I somehow missed any signage describing this car but I think it speaks for itself. Want to see it for yourself? Visit the Hagen Center in Erie, PA. Don’t forget to check out yesterday’s story about Frank’s office which you can tour here as well.