Automan was constructed in the year 2065 by Prof. Miller Sterling, out of nearly indestructible "meteorite manganese", which was bullet-proof, as well as fire-proof. His abilities included---Super-strength,speed,stamina,agility, & intelligence; Internal functions (Laser-beam eyes, film recorder, electro-magnet, and a built-in parachute)!!! After his graduation from Robot Tech, Automan became a robot-for-hire, as well as a bodyguard for a pretty actress. He was sometimes accompanied by Prof. Sterling and his lovely daughter, Stella.
Automan didn't re-surface until "DC Comics Presents"#33 (1978). In this adventure, Automan met Star Hawkins, Intergalactic Detective, and his female robot assistant, Ilda (who both originated back in "Strange Adventures"#114-Mar. 1960). Automan fell in love with Ilda, whom he married (so-to-speak), as she became his "life-partner". Hawkins also pursued Stella Sterling, during that time.
Automan made a brief cameo appearance, as part of a display, in a 30th Century museum (during the time of the Legion of Super-Heroes) in "Legionnaires"#68-Feb. 1999.
Automan will always hold a special place in my comic-collecting memories. "Tales of the Unexpected"#97 (pictured above) was my very 1st comic book, as a kid!!! NOTE: I would love find a TPB, which contains reprints of his 3 "Tales of the Unexpected" adventures!
