Clamshell wagons?

71-73, the bigger wagons 455 powered.
What's your take on them?

 

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I love them. Of course I’m a Buick fan, but love the Olds version with fender skirts.
https://barnfinds.com/almost-showroom-1975-oldsmobile-custom-cruiser/

Patrick

 

Are they looked down by others for a particular reason. The custom cruiser is a good choice too.

 

Structurally speaking how strong is that last pillar?