Chrysler-Dodge-De Soto Distributors (Australia) Pty Ltd was formed in 1935, as a consortium of 18 independent importers to achieve a stronger operation than individual importers in each state.
The body-building firm TJ Richards had been building car bodies since 1913 and created the ute because import tariffs prevented cars being imported fully built-up.
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The company was taken over by the Chrysler Corporation in 1951.
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http://www.curbsideclassic.com/automotive-histories/automotive-history-the-valiant-in-australia-part-1/ (thanks Gary!)
The steering is on the right...I wonder if it's not an Aussie ute.
ReplyDeleteSure is nice looking.
I missed that! Of course you're right
DeleteThe license plate is a 'club permit' or historic type. Apparently there are significant restriction on how you can use a vehicle on those plates.
ReplyDeleteMeant to add that one is from the state of Victoria.
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