If you read the various histories below, you see some overlap and a lot of opinions. Nonetheless, they give some ideas about the use and popularity of some interesting vehicles.

History of the station wagon.

History of the suburban.

History of the depot hack.

History of the SUV.

Tim
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1954 3106 Carryall Suburban
1954 3104 5-window pickup w/Hydra-Matic
The 216 and early 235 engines are not "splash oilers" -- this is a splash oiler.