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

The video showcases the American La France, a vintage car restored by Terry Cleef over 15 years. Initially a heap of scrap metal, the car was meticulously renovated into a roadworthy vehicle. Starting the car involves a complex process unlike modern vehicles. The dashboard features various instruments, and driving it offers a unique experience akin to riding a motorbike or flying a plane. Despite its age, the car is a regular sight on roads, and Terry has no immediate plans to sell it.

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

• A fully functional vehicle

• A heap of scrap metal

• A brand new car

• A partially restored car

What is one of the unique features of starting the American La France car?

• Turning a modern key

• Using a remote control

• Priming the cylinders with fuel

• Pressing a button

Which component of the car is operated by foot?

• The speedometer

• The ignition switch

• The oil pressure gauge

• The horn

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

• They flash their lights and wave

• They ignore it

• They honk their horns

• They speed past it

What does Terry Cleef compare driving the American La France to?

• Driving a modern car

• Riding a bicycle

• Sailing a boat

• Riding a motorbike or flying a plane