Ever Hear of the Dagmar Bumper? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**GOPAPA** · 03-04-2013, 12:25 PM

Well, if you havn't,, then read on..

If you find more pronounced Dagmar bumpers ,,then I say go for it and post photos of all the busty bumpers you can find..car bumpers that is .

Dagmar (born Virginia Ruth Egnor, November 29, 1921 – October 9, 2001) was an American actress, model and television personality of the 1950s. As a statuesque, busty blonde, she became the first major female star of television.

Dagmar bumpers, also known simply as Dagmars (D-HAG-mar) is a slang term for the artillery shell shaped styling elements found on the front bumper/grille assemblies on several makes of cars produced in the 1950s, an era recognized for its flamboyant designs and excessive use of chrome details.

The DAGMAR BUMPER

**Stocker** · 03-04-2013, 12:35 PM

Yep Larry I have known about Dagmars for many years!!

**GOPAPA** · 03-04-2013, 05:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Stocker

Yep Larry I have known about Dagmars for many years!!

I knew you would..and you posted a set of Dagmars too.. 54 model

boatpuller · 03-04-2013, 07:19 PM

Hey Larry, Are you sure it isn't because of the relationship with her Dagmars? I'm just noticing she had a pair and the bumper bumps came in pairs.......just sayin

steve86gmc · 03-04-2013, 07:34 PM

Ya’ can’t see the front bumper, but it’s a 54 so they are there.

And yup, that’s me late 60’s… that’s a Hammond M100 (series) behind me, along with two Leslie tone cabinets.

**GOPAPA** · 03-04-2013, 07:51 PM

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Originally Posted by boatpuller

Hey Larry, Are you sure it isn't because of the relationship with her Dagmars? I'm just noticing she had a pair and the bumper bumps came in pairs.......just sayin

You Know? I think you are on to something ..I'll take another look and see if I can see what you see. I'll be right back,,nom sayen ?

C/10 King · 03-05-2013, 11:43 AM

GOPAPA, thanks for posting, I've heard the "slang" term Dagmar's for years, but never knew what the actress looked like and often wondered (in my dreams).

Thanks again, now I can cross it off my bucket list!

**GOPAPA** · 03-05-2013, 12:00 PM

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Originally Posted by C/10 King

GOPAPA, thanks for posting, I've heard the "slang" term Dagmar's for years, but never knew what the actress looked like and often wondered (in my dreams).

Thanks again, now I can cross it off my bucket list!

You bet,,she was my girl friend,,j/k

I first heard of it at a car show some years back and the guy was ,well I am kinda old ,,but this guy was real old ,,like 85 or so and he ask me what they used to call them bumps on this 53-54 Caddy that he had in the show..and now you know the rest of the story,, good day.. lol

PanelDeland · 03-05-2013, 10:35 PM

If you guys want to buy up a few of these rides with Dagmars,I'll start a co. to make Bras for them........

Only I guess that wont work,I've never seen them sag.

**GOPAPA** · 03-05-2013, 10:42 PM

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Originally Posted by PanelDeland

If you guys want to buy up a few of these rides with Dagmars,I'll start a co. to make Bras for them........

Only I guess that wont work,I've never seen them sag.

I have been waiting for your input ,,you did good.. I think you got a good idea..

**special-K** · 03-06-2013, 10:01 AM

Ever wonder what Dagmars look like pressed up to glass?

**special-K** · 03-06-2013, 10:10 AM

'55 Buick Roadmaster...all '55s had 'em. GM designers were very fond of her back then

bollybib · 03-06-2013, 11:16 AM

Rubber ones are nice, too.
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**special-K** · 03-06-2013, 11:41 AM

She helped shape the '50s

**special-K** · 03-06-2013, 03:19 PM

Here's what Dagmars looked like when they were younger. They're much smaller but they light up!

C/10 King · 03-06-2013, 05:51 PM

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Originally Posted by bollybib

Rubber ones are nice, too.

Talk about "bolt on's"

crazy longhorn · 03-06-2013, 06:16 PM

[QUOTE=special-K;5930560]Ever wonder what Dagmars look like pressed up to glass?

crazyL

ERASER5 · 03-06-2013, 08:06 PM

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Originally Posted by bollybib

Rubber ones are nice, too.
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**special-K** · 03-07-2013, 11:31 AM

The rubber ones are firm yet softer to touch than chrome.

bollybib · 03-07-2013, 11:40 AM

A more literal interpretation of the theme.
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C/10 King · 03-07-2013, 12:32 PM

Mmmm! yummy car porn!!!

**GOPAPA** · 03-07-2013, 01:01 PM

How about a 50 Merc with a 56 Caddy Dagmar Bumper up Front

bollybib · 03-07-2013, 02:59 PM

^ awesome ^

**special-K** · 03-08-2013, 08:18 AM

By '58 the Caddys had small rubber boo...I mean Dagmars. They popped back out one more time in '61 on Chevys

**special-K** · 03-10-2013, 12:15 PM

As shown on the green Merc posted earlier,Dagmars were so popular it wasn't enough to be born with them. Other's would go under the knife to add artificial Dagmars. Even some of those born with Dagmars others would die for opted to augment theirs to further accent they're distinct shape,as seen in the car below

03-04-2013, 12:25 PM	#1
GOPAPA "Tail Gate Best Seat In House" Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Nampa Idaho Posts: 7,338	Ever Hear of the Dagmar Bumper? Well, if you havn't,, then read on.. If you find more pronounced Dagmar bumpers ,,then I say go for it and post photos of all the busty bumpers you can find..car bumpers that is . Dagmar (born Virginia Ruth Egnor, November 29, 1921 – October 9, 2001) was an American actress, model and television personality of the 1950s. As a statuesque, busty blonde, she became the first major female star of television. Dagmar bumpers, also known simply as Dagmars (D-HAG-mar) is a slang term for the artillery shell shaped styling elements found on the front bumper/grille assemblies on several makes of cars produced in the 1950s, an era recognized for its flamboyant designs and excessive use of chrome details. The DAGMAR BUMPER __________________ When you learn a thing a day you store up smart.

03-04-2013, 12:35 PM	#2
Stocker 20' Daredevil (Ret) Join Date: May 2003 Location: Jefferson State Posts: 13,495	Re: Ever Hear of the Dagmar Bumper? Yep Larry I have known about Dagmars for many years!! __________________ - Mike - 1972 K20 LWB 350/350/205 RIP El Jay

03-04-2013, 07:19 PM	#4
boatpuller Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Sun City West, Az Posts: 3,822	Re: Ever Hear of the Dagmar Bumper? Hey Larry, Are you sure it isn't because of the relationship with her Dagmars? I'm just noticing she had a pair and the bumper bumps came in pairs.......just sayin __________________ " Never look up a dead dogs butt."

03-04-2013, 07:34 PM	#5
steve86gmc Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Maryland Posts: 2	Re: Ever Hear of the Dagmar Bumper? Ya’ can’t see the front bumper, but it’s a 54 so they are there. And yup, that’s me late 60’s… that’s a Hammond M100 (series) behind me, along with two Leslie tone cabinets. Attached Images

03-05-2013, 11:43 AM	#7
C/10 King Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: A****er, CA Posts: 5,594	Re: Ever Hear of the Dagmar Bumper? GOPAPA, thanks for posting, I've heard the "slang" term Dagmar's for years, but never knew what the actress looked like and often wondered (in my dreams). Thanks again, now I can cross it off my bucket list! __________________ C/10 Rene 1966 Short Fleet "The Hag" 1967 CST Short Fleet "Dark Poly" 1971 Short Fleet 1970 Jimmy Custom 2 WD "Golden Ticket" 1972 Blazer 2 WD "Retro Blaze"

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03-06-2013, 11:16 AM	#13
bollybib Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Carlsbad, CA Posts: 1,584	Re: Ever Hear of the Dagmar Bumper? Rubber ones are nice, too. __________________ - Jim - My Daily Driver is a 1969 Chevrolet Custom/20 Fleetside 350/TH400/Eaton H052 4.10 and its Project thread is here http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=456911

03-06-2013, 11:41 AM	#14
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03-06-2013, 03:19 PM	#15
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,862	Re: Ever Hear of the Dagmar Bumper? Here's what Dagmars looked like when they were younger. They're much smaller but they light up! Attached Images __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

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03-07-2013, 11:31 AM	#19
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03-07-2013, 11:40 AM	#20
bollybib Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Carlsbad, CA Posts: 1,584	Re: Ever Hear of the Dagmar Bumper? A more literal interpretation of the theme. __________________ - Jim - My Daily Driver is a 1969 Chevrolet Custom/20 Fleetside 350/TH400/Eaton H052 4.10 and its Project thread is here http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=456911

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C/10 King Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: A****er, CA Posts: 5,594	Re: Ever Hear of the Dagmar Bumper? Mmmm! yummy car porn!!! __________________ C/10 Rene 1966 Short Fleet "The Hag" 1967 CST Short Fleet "Dark Poly" 1971 Short Fleet 1970 Jimmy Custom 2 WD "Golden Ticket" 1972 Blazer 2 WD "Retro Blaze"



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03-07-2013, 01:01 PM	#22
GOPAPA "Tail Gate Best Seat In House" Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Nampa Idaho Posts: 7,338	Re: Ever Hear of the Dagmar Bumper? How about a 50 Merc with a 56 Caddy Dagmar Bumper up Front __________________ When you learn a thing a day you store up smart.

03-07-2013, 02:59 PM	#23
bollybib Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Carlsbad, CA Posts: 1,584	Re: Ever Hear of the Dagmar Bumper? ^ awesome ^ __________________ - Jim - My Daily Driver is a 1969 Chevrolet Custom/20 Fleetside 350/TH400/Eaton H052 4.10 and its Project thread is here http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=456911

03-08-2013, 08:18 AM	#24
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,862	Re: Ever Hear of the Dagmar Bumper? By '58 the Caddys had small rubber boo...I mean Dagmars. They popped back out one more time in '61 on Chevys Attached Images __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

03-10-2013, 12:15 PM	#25
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,862	Re: Ever Hear of the Dagmar Bumper? As shown on the green Merc posted earlier,Dagmars were so popular it wasn't enough to be born with them. Other's would go under the knife to add artificial Dagmars. Even some of those born with Dagmars others would die for opted to augment theirs to further accent they're distinct shape,as seen in the car below Attached Images __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

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