BMW Zentrum
Take a tour of the BMW Zentrum facility. BMW Manufacturing is the global producer of competence for BMW X models and produces the X3, X3 M, X5, X5 M, and X7 Sports Activity Vehicles and X4, X4 M, X6, and X6 M Sports Activity Coupes.
The Malcolm Pray Achievement Center is located in Bedford, NY, and houses a collection of antique and collectible automobiles spanning over 100 years of automotive history.
While the visits to the museum and educational activities are free, the Pray Family Foundation can offer a partial subsidy for transportation costs on a case, by case, basis.
16 Bedford-Banksville Rd
Bedford, NY 10506
P: 914-234-2579
Email: malcolmprayachievementcenter@gmail.com
Free
Plan: 1hr
Monday – Friday 9 am – 5 pm or By Appointment
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Take a tour of the BMW Zentrum facility. BMW Manufacturing is the global producer of competence for BMW X models and produces the X3, X3 M, X5, X5 M, and X7 Sports Activity Vehicles and X4, X4 M, X6, and X6 M Sports Activity Coupes.
The Seaba Station was built in 1921 and is on the national historical list. Now the Seaba Station Motorcycle Museum has more than just motorcycles on display. There is enough for everyone to enjoy. 336992 East, OK-66Warwick, OK 74881P:...
The Kernersville Auto Museum consists of a variety of American, English, French, and German Classic Cars for public viewing and enjoyment.
The Jeep Willys was a mass-produced small four-wheel-drive car that was first built in 1941 by Willys-Overland Motors
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The Route 66 Hall of Fame Museum features thousands of artifacts and memorabilia related to Route 66 – The Mother Road.
The Museum boasts:
110 W Howard St
Pontiac, IL 61764
P: 815-844-4566
Email: ivinsulation@yahoo.com
Free
Plan: 1hr
Open 7 Days a Week!
(Holiday exceptions: Easter Sunday, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day.)
Winter Hours (start November 1st)
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Summer Hours
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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Take a tour of the BMW Zentrum facility. BMW Manufacturing is the global producer of competence for BMW X models and produces the X3, X3 M, X5, X5 M, and X7 Sports Activity Vehicles and X4, X4 M, X6, and X6 M Sports Activity Coupes.
The Seaba Station was built in 1921 and is on the national historical list. Now the Seaba Station Motorcycle Museum has more than just motorcycles on display. There is enough for everyone to enjoy. 336992 East, OK-66Warwick, OK 74881P:...
The Kernersville Auto Museum consists of a variety of American, English, French, and German Classic Cars for public viewing and enjoyment.
The Jeep Willys was a mass-produced small four-wheel-drive car that was first built in 1941 by Willys-Overland Motors
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The Jeep Willys was a mass-produced small four-wheel-drive car that was first built in 1941 by Willys-Overland Motors. The design of the Jeep Willys has been credited to Karl Probst, who was an engineer at Willys-Overland.
The Jeep Willys was used extensively by the United States military during World War II and the Korean War. After the war, the Jeep Willys became popular with civilians as a utility vehicle.
If you’re lucky enough to own a 1942 Willys Jeep, you can be proud to know that you’re driving a piece of history.
From July 1940, the U.S Army was looking for a versatile vehicle that could be 4WD and carry at least 3 people. Additionally, it would rather have an 80’’ wheelbase, and be able to go 50mph on roads with a minimum weight of 1,300lbs.
At that time, there were three companies that joined the competition: Willys-Overland Motors, Ford Motor Company, and Bantam Car Company. However, the unexpected small Bantam Car Company is the one that met the requirements. And, the U.S government worried that this company would not provide enough vehicles as requested. As a result, they contacted Ford and Willys for support on Jeep production.
Willys-Overland produced the MA (Model “A”) and Ford made the Jeep GP. By July 1941, the U.S government troops loved the “Go-Devil” engine of Willys, so they chose it as a standard model. Ford Motor and Bantam Car Company cooperated in producing Willys MB (the Model “B”) with concluding all the best features.
However, the “Jeep” was not called by these three manufacturers. There are some hypotheses about this name. Some say it is a spoonerism of the word GP; while some say that it was inspired by a character from a cartoon called Popeye.
During World War II, approximately 363,000 were built by Willys and another 280,000 by Ford. The Jeep became the primary light 4-wheel-drive vehicle of the United States Army and Allies during World War II, as well as the postwar period.
Did you know that thanks to Jeep’s height advantage, Jeeps are a great choice for winter driving because they have superior visibility? They also come equipped with all sorts of safety features that will keep you safe on the roads during this time!
Moreover, the Willys Jeep was an instant success, with its rugged 4×4 capabilities and compact size making it perfect for off-road use. The Jeep quickly became essential to the Allied war effort, with over 360,000 being built during World War II. The Jeep Willys is also known as the first military off-roader.
The Jeep’s versatility meant it was used in a variety of roles, from carrying troops to towing artillery. It even saw action as an ambulance and a command car. The Jeep’s wartime service is a testament to its strength and durability, making it a true icon of the 20th century.
The first bid accepted by the Army was for a vehicle with four-wheel drive, a crew of three onboard, and specifications that it has: no more than 75 inches long chassis (or less), 47 inch wide tracks plus 1,200 pounds maximum load capacity. The engine should also provide 85 ft-lbs/115 Nm torque without exceeding 1,350 lbs weight which makes the 1942 Jeep Willy the perfect military truck!
Below are some outstanding specifications of 1942 Jeep Willys MB
Miles Through Time Automotive Museum
Image via Trent Cherry
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Take a tour of the BMW Zentrum facility. BMW Manufacturing is the global producer of competence for BMW X models and produces the X3, X3 M, X5, X5 M, and X7 Sports Activity Vehicles and X4, X4 M, X6, and X6 M Sports Activity Coupes.
The Seaba Station was built in 1921 and is on the national historical list. Now the Seaba Station Motorcycle Museum has more than just motorcycles on display. There is enough for everyone to enjoy. 336992 East, OK-66Warwick, OK 74881P:...
The Kernersville Auto Museum consists of a variety of American, English, French, and German Classic Cars for public viewing and enjoyment.
The Jeep Willys was a mass-produced small four-wheel-drive car that was first built in 1941 by Willys-Overland Motors
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The Kernersville Auto Museum is a brand new car museum that will eventually display around 50 vehicles at any given time.
The Kernersville Auto Museum consists of a variety of American, English, French, and German Classic Cars for public viewing and enjoyment. The Museum is a newly constructed 11,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art Climate-Controlled & secure facility.
204 Holly Tree Dr
Kernersville, NC 27284
P: 336-414-4072
Email: jtaylor28@triad.rr.com
By Donation
Plan: 1hr
Friday & Saturday 10 am – 4 pm
Sunday 2 am – 5 pm
Image via Jim Taylor
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Take a tour of the BMW Zentrum facility. BMW Manufacturing is the global producer of competence for BMW X models and produces the X3, X3 M, X5, X5 M, and X7 Sports Activity Vehicles and X4, X4 M, X6, and X6 M Sports Activity Coupes.
The Seaba Station was built in 1921 and is on the national historical list. Now the Seaba Station Motorcycle Museum has more than just motorcycles on display. There is enough for everyone to enjoy. 336992 East, OK-66Warwick, OK 74881P:...
The Kernersville Auto Museum consists of a variety of American, English, French, and German Classic Cars for public viewing and enjoyment.
The Jeep Willys was a mass-produced small four-wheel-drive car that was first built in 1941 by Willys-Overland Motors
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Sign up to get updates about automotive museums right to your mailbox. Don't miss a thing. It's FREE.
The Seaba Station was built in 1921 and is on the national historical list. Now the Seaba Station Motorcycle Museum has more than just motorcycles on display. There is enough for everyone to enjoy.
336992 East, OK-66
Warwick, OK 74881
P: 405-258-9141
Email: jerry@seabastation.com
Admission: Free (donations accepted)
Plan: 1hr
Open: Thursday – Tuesday 10am – 5pm
Image via https://www.facebook.com/Seaba-Station-Motorcycle-Musuem-112341722156731/
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Take a tour of the BMW Zentrum facility. BMW Manufacturing is the global producer of competence for BMW X models and produces the X3, X3 M, X5, X5 M, and X7 Sports Activity Vehicles and X4, X4 M, X6, and X6 M Sports Activity Coupes.
The Seaba Station was built in 1921 and is on the national historical list. Now the Seaba Station Motorcycle Museum has more than just motorcycles on display. There is enough for everyone to enjoy. 336992 East, OK-66Warwick, OK 74881P:...
The Kernersville Auto Museum consists of a variety of American, English, French, and German Classic Cars for public viewing and enjoyment.
The Jeep Willys was a mass-produced small four-wheel-drive car that was first built in 1941 by Willys-Overland Motors
automotive museum guide
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