I have the complete tv-series on dvd. Filmed on-location all across America, circa 1960-64. One of my all-time favorites. Great scripts, tons of great guest-stars. Incredible americana.
I purchased the set about 5-6 years ago. Still pop one in every once in a while. Also picked up the complete DVD sets of 77 Sunset Strip, The Hawaiian Eye, (Oh Connie!!!!), Sea Hunt, M Squad and Surf Side 6 along the way. Great stuff!!
I remember when they filmed in Memphis. It was a big deal all across the Delta. We all couldn’t wait for the episode to air. And when it did the opening scene was the Corvette driving across the Mississippi River Bridge. We were so proud to see something on TV that we recognized. You have to realize that it didn’t take a lot to get us poor Delta people excited.
As for the real Rt 66. If you’ve never driven it and ever get a chance to do so, do it. There are a few of the original parts of the road remaining. But get off I-40 and take the business routes through the towns. The old motels with “Air Conditioned Inside” signs really bring back memories. And there are still a lot of old signs. It’s a step back in time.