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First staged in 1901, the Chicago Auto Show is the largest auto show in North America and has been held more times than any other auto exposition on the continent. This year marks the 117th edition of the Chicago Auto Show.

 
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    In 1976 Ford debut the multi-functional Prima concept in Europe, then exhibited it in the United States during the 1978 Chicago show. Designed by Ghia of Turin, Italy, the Prima was actually four vehicles in one. Tops interchanged to convert it from 2+2 fastback, 2-seat coupe, pickup truck or wagon.
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    In 1976 Ford debut the multi-functional Prima concept in Europe, then exhibited it in the United States during the 1978 Chicago show. Designed by Ghia of Turin, Italy, the Prima was actually four vehicles in one. Tops interchanged to convert it from 2+2 fastback, 2-seat coupe, pickup truck or wagon.