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Weird Wheel Wednesday? The 1962 Ford Seattle-ite XXI was a futuristic concept car that embodied the space-age optimism of the early ‘60s. Unveiled at the Seattle World’s Fair, this wild design study featured an interchangeable power unit capable of using a gas turbine, atomic energy, or a fuel cell—decades ahead of its time. Its striking, jet-inspired aesthetic included six wheels (four front wheels for improved handling), a panoramic bubble canopy, and an advanced navigation system that foreshadowed modern GPS.    Though it never made it past the concept stage, the Seattle-ite XXI showcased Ford’s bold vision for the future of transportation. Today, it remains a fascinating “what if” from an era when anything seemed possible.