At around the same time that RCA Victor's Auto Victrola was struggling to gain traction, Philips Norelco debuted its take on the in-car record player. Named the Auto Mignon, Philips' offering was ...

In 1960, a much cheaper car record player offered as a Chrysler option came on the market: the RCA Victor auto "Victrola." It cost $51.75 ($410.47 today) and you could play your own 45s on it.

These car record players were produced by a number of companies: Consumer Reports provides an overview that includes units by Chrysler, Norelco, and RCA Victor. The Philips Auto-Mignon was another ...

In 1960, a much cheaper car record player offered as a Chrysler option came on the market: the RCA Victor auto "Victrola." It cost $51.75 ($410.47 today) and you could play your own 45s on it.