subject: Best Hood Ornaments Of All Time [print this page] Hood ornaments, while once a very popular component of vehicles, have become a rare commodity today. Seldom do we see custom, let alone, regular cars with hood ornaments on todays road ways. Outside of the Mercedes Benz emblem, which is probably the most well-known hood ornament, they are few and far between.
Why do we see them less often? It might be because they have fallen out of favor with drivers, are not viewed as cool anymore, or perhaps it is because they are often targeted by thieves. Who wants to spend money on a hood ornament only to have it stolen?
The truth is that a hood ornament is not only a part of a car; they are also a work of art. While they may just look like a component of the hood, there is actually hours and hours of work that goes into custom designed ornaments. The detailed craftsmanship cannot be overlooked and this is why we have developed a list of the best hood ornaments of all time.
While some people may not be familiar with some of the follow works of art, the following are some of the best hood ornaments that have ever been created:
The Jag: Who doesnt know the hood ornament from Jaguar? One of the few that we still see on cars today, this iconic ornament can be identified by most people. The pouncing Jaguar is one of the best ornaments ever made.
Ford Greyhound ornament: This silver polished ornament features a sculpted greyhound dog that is in mid movement and stretched out. This is an iconic piece that would be recognized by most car lovers.
The Dodge Ram Ornament: The iconic Dodge RAM hood ornament is popular among pickup truck drivers across North American. This piece will definitely give your pick up a unique look.
The Bull Horns: A very popular ornament in the great state of Texas, the bull horns have become a popular component on Cadillacs in the Southern United States.
The Jeep Ornament: This hood ornament, while it is plain and simple and features the recognizable Jeep logo, is commonly seen on Jeep Cherokees.
The Caddy Hood Ornament: This is absolutely one of the most recognizable ornaments and can be found on the hood of many classic Cadillacs.
The Rolls Royce Spirit of Ecstasy: Still an ornament that we see today, this is one of the classics that can still be seen on Rolls Royces today. Featuring a woman that is spreading her wings, this ornaments stands graciously on top of the hood of most Rolls Royce models.
The Studebaker Ornament: Known for its simple and classic look, the Studebaker ornament looks similar to the well-known Mercedes ornament except for it has an S in the middle of it.
Whether you like the classic look or the new and more artistic designs, there is no shortage of car hood ornaments to look at. While they are not seen on cars as commonly as they were in the past, they are still a work of art that catches the eye of anyone that sees them.
