Chrysler South Africa
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Chrysler’s first presence in South Africa came with imported Maxwells in 1910. That continued with Chryslers when the company changed.
The first Plymouths showed up in 1928 — pricier than Ford, because they were imported (until 1941), while competitors were locally assembled; but the Plymouth’s durability made it popular. South Africa had few paved roads, and the intense heat would knock out cars with less well engineered cooling and oiling systems.
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MoreChrysler’s first presence in South Africa came with imported Maxwells in 1910. That continued with Chryslers when the company changed.
The first Plymouths showed up in 1928 — pricier than Ford, because they were imported (until 1941), while competitors were locally assembled; but the Plymouth’s durability made it popular. South Africa had few paved roads, and the intense heat would knock out cars with less well engineered cooling and oiling systems.
Early cars made in South Africa by American companies had few changes, according to Alan Schikkerling; the main difference was the steering wheel and pedals, which had to be moved for right hand drive.
Subject ID: 87265
Subject ID: 87265
