Cars of Krugersdorp: 1926 Chevrolet
How much do you really know about the golden oldies driving around on the streets of Krugersdorp?
This week’s golden oldie featuring in the Cars of Krugersdorp is a 1926 Chevrolet bakkie, which belongs to Peet Wessels.
Peet bought this car 18 months ago. It was in a very poor condition, but he has fully restored it. This is only one of 17 vehicles Peet owns, all of which are in mint condition.
Some interesting facts:
• This car was converted to a bakkie during World War II in order to qualify for a petrol permit – normal cars did not qualify.
• 1926 was the first year that Chevrolet fitted steel wheels; prior to this they used wooden-spoke wheels.
• The car has a 2,8 litre, four-cylinder engine with a three-speed gearbox.
• The car only has brakes on its rear wheels.
• The car only reaches a top speed of 69 km/h.
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