Tim: The next wagon was the 1956 Ford... I am pretty sure it was 3 seater ; As I recall a trip home from vacation, a stop at the Hessel Bakery, and a boy riding in the rear facing back seat who got really sick.
The next upgrade was a 1955 Plymouth Wagon....dark green so I remember it.This was part of the early parade....an upgrade each time....and a wagon. I do not remember if this one stayed in the family long enough to become a friend.
1954 Ford Station Wagon....which did not look as nice as this picture. It got the same clean - up , fix- up treatment , without the hand painted look. It stayed in our driveway longer. It was sold outright as I remember ...to make possible our next upgrade.