As Sonic turns 50, business still booms
He was 15 1/2 years old and had a learner’s permit to drive his parents’ 1964 Chevrolet station wagon.
She was 16 and had her driver’s license.
Bob Blackburn could legally drive with his girlfriend sitting in the front seat in 1967. For his first date, he went to a Sonic Drive-In. For his 19th book, he went back.
Blackburn, 58, a historian and author, has collected stories of drive-in cu...
You have selected to view an article that is older than 60 days. There are several ways to unlock access to NewsOK historical content.
Please sign in. (You might already have access)
If you are a print subscriber to The Oklahoman, activate your Digital Pass for free access.
Purchase any of The Oklahoman's digital products (digital replica, archives, iPad and smartphone apps), and access to historical NewsOK content is free.
Please sign in. (You might already have access)
If you are a print subscriber to The Oklahoman, activate your Digital Pass for free access.
Purchase any of The Oklahoman's digital products (digital replica, archives, iPad and smartphone apps), and access to historical NewsOK content is free.
