The year was 1976 and metallic silver was the hot new color for European car manufacturers. As we did every year, my Dad and I took our time getting in and out of every car and truck of interest at the auto show. The difference this year? Dad was actually planning on buying something - the trusty old '66 VW Beetle was finally on its way out to pasture. The car that most intrigued us came from Sweden. It was also silver with a black leatherette interior and much more luxurious appointments than we were used to.