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CAPRICORNIA HISTORICAL MOTOR CLUB Inc A collection of photos taken during 20th Anniversary Rally September 1999 |
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1930 Chevrolet Roadster Entry number 1 Norelle Shuker Chevrolet introduced the 1930 Chevrolet Roadster model with the goal of enfusing it amidst the contemporary American culture to ensure its longevity and public appeal. They were more or less successful in reaching that goal , mainly because of the car's impressive reliability features and durability.The car's road worthiness and durability is as impressive today as it was back when the cars were new. The wide spread appeal of this vintage car can be easily derived from the features that it boasted of, such as: * Flexible six-cylinder engines * Synchromesh transmission * Four-wheel mechanical brakes * Free-wheeling * A counter-balanced crankshaft to dampen vibration * A downdraft carburetor for better engine * Frame braced with five cross-members to increase chassis strength * Attractive feature styling The Roadster's approximate technical specifications in |
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clude: Base weight: 2,410 lbs. Body: Steel panels over steel frame Frame: Pressed steel frame with five cross-members Wheelbase: 109 inches Length: 164 inches Width: 66 ½ inches Height: 70 inches The Roadster also saw the introduction of the Chevrolet "Owner's Service Policy," something we now know as a warranty. A free inspection and adjustment was available at 500 miles, with regular free inspections every 1,000 miles. |