Since the 1961 Cuba trade embargo, the island nation has held onto its massive fleet car from the 1940s and 50s.
The New York Times estimates that in 2004, there were as many as 60,000 of these rolling relics on the road.
Since the end of the Cold War, these aging rides were pressed into taxi duty to help supplement the Cuba's insufficient public transit system.
The condition the cars vary greatly. Using Russian-sourced or re-engineered parts, the country's mechanics find creative ways to keep the cars on rolling.
This 1957 Chevy Bel-Air convertible looks to be in good condition as takes a sea-side drive.
While this Chevy looks to have lived a rougher life.
This 1959 Buick Electra may have had it even worse.
Regardless, Cuba is the place to checkout some truly wonderful rides from America's past, like this Edsel.
Bright colors are big trend with these cars. The lilac paint really makes this one stand out.
This one is eyecatching as well.
As far as taxis go, this 1951 Cadillac looks as "boss" today as it did when brand new.
I'm not sure what this big green things is, but it looks like a beast.
This yellow Ford taxi is truly old school. It dates back to the 1920s and '30s.
I don't believe this was a factory color available on a 1940s Studebaker convertible.
Those "aftermarket" wheels on this Buick adds a modern touch.
This Pontiac Bonneville drop top looks factory fresh from this angle.
While this old school Plymouth has been give an off-road treatment.
This fine DeSoto convertible evokes memories of a brand that disappeared in 1961.
However, nothing I've seen can top this 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood that's pretty in pink!
With economic sanctions likely to be lifted, the Cuban people may soon be able to afford to upgrade to newer vehicles.
Hopefully, the these wonderful cars will be relegated to their rightful place in the automotive world — to enjoyed and loved as relics of history.
Here's are James Bond's greatest rides....
