Category: 1940s
1949 International KB-5 Truck in Manor, Texas
This has a flathead (sidevalve) Green Diamond 233 cu. in. six cylinder engine. And 4 speed “crash” (non-synchromesh) transmission. Reputation as reliable, low-cost workhorses.
Early 40s Chevrolet Custom Pickup with 505 HP at Lonestar Round Up
This recent Corvette small block LS7 engine has 427 cu. in. and is hand-built by the General Motors Performance Build Center. This car was driven to the show from New Orleans.
1949 Talbot-Lago T26C Grand Prix
One of my favorite cars at the vintage races at COTA last year. 4.5 liter straight six.
