The Driver Training Car (1961)


John Van Eaton and Hans Olson
John Van Eaton and Hans Olson

John Van Eaton and Hans Olson shake hands in front of the Methodist Church on Mashell Ave. in September 1961. The plaque on the car reads: The Driver Training Car, Provided as a Public Service by Van Eaton Chevrolet, Inc.

Did anyone out there learn to drive in this car? If so, please speak up!

Photo courtesy of the Baublits family and the image was taken by Joe Larin. 

John Van Eaton & Hans Olson in front of Methodist Church
John Van Eaton & Hans Olson in front of Methodist Church

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