The 99-year-old Car: Engineer Spends 15 Years Restoring His Dream Car

The 99-year-old Car: Engineer Spends 15 Years Restoring His Dream Car

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The video showcases the renovation of an American La France car by retired engineer Terry Cleef. Over 15 years, Terry transformed a heap of scrap metal into a roadworthy vehicle. The video details the complex starting process of the vintage car, its dashboard controls, and the unique driving experience it offers. Despite its age, the car is a regular sight on roads, drawing attention from modern drivers. Terry shares his future plans, indicating he is not ready to part with his beloved car yet.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the initial condition of the American La France car when Terry Cleef first saw it?

A brand new car

A partially restored car

A heap of scrap metal

A fully functional vehicle

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the first steps required to start the vintage American La France car?

Using a remote control

Priming the cylinders with fuel

Pressing a button

Turning the key

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which feature of the American La France car allows you to see the valves in action?

The transparent engine cover

The digital dashboard

The rearview mirror

The exposed valve design

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do modern car drivers typically react when they see the American La France on the road?

They ignore it

They speed past it

They flash their lights and wave

They honk their horns

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are Terry Cleef's future plans regarding his American La France car?

He is ready to retire and sell it

He plans to sell it soon

He wants to keep it for now

He plans to donate it to a museum