Category Archives: Norman J. James

Moonmen

by Gary Smith Posted on March 1, 2011

by Norm James Update: A great video from Top Gear has been added to this post with footage of the original Lunar Rover and the new one, which is remarkably similar to some of Norm James’ designs. This just in: … Continue reading →

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Of Firebirds and Moonmen, Part Two

by Gary Smith Posted on November 4, 2010

Firebird III Motorama Production Filming at the GM Mesa Proving Grounds The Firebird III at the Mesa Proving Grounds. Be sure to read the previous post on Dean’s Garage, Of Firebirds and Moonmen, Part One. In that post there was an … Continue reading →

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Of Firebirds and Moonmen, Part One

by Gary Smith Posted on October 26, 2010

A tribute to Norman J. James, designer of the Firebird III Theme sketch that started it all. Bill Porter is quoted to have said that the Firebird III is a ’50s theme with ’60s surfaces. That would explain at least … Continue reading →

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