MY FIRST CAR-'52 CHEVROLET

In 1957 while in graduate school at Washington State University, I purchased my very first car.
It was a 1952 Chevrolet Deluxe Coupe.
Its color was two tone with the body being white and the hard top black.
This 5-year old car
was purchased with monies saved from my WSU scholarship.
In 1958, I departed Washington State and headed home to Baton Rouge, LA
That meant driving my '52 Chevrolet 2700 miles: Pullman, WA to Baton Rouge, LA
It took 3 days of driving the coupe at about 900 miles per day
I did not stop at any hotels on the way, just pulled over to road side for a nap
The first stop was in Eastern Utah. The second stop was in Amarillo, TX
I retained ownership of the car until I joined the US Military to fulfil a military obligation based on my ROTC commission as a 2nd Lieutenant
The car was sold while stationed at Camp Irwin, CA and replaced with a new Pontiac Bonneville. That car color was maroon
Comments (6)
Tech Driven Transit
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Mobility Innovation & Insights
The 1952 Chevrolet is a timeless classic, known for its sleek design, sturdy build, and reliable performance. With its vintage charm and smooth ride, it remains a favorite among car enthusiasts and collectors alike.
Tech Driven Transit
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Mobility Innovation & Insights
The 1952 Chevrolet is a classic and reliable car
TogopoolSmartCommute...
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Sharing Rides, Saving Earth.
The '52 Chevrolet is a really good car
Wincer Song
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APSense Founder
It looks realy nice.I saw it in the Car Museum two yrs ago.
Bill Harrison
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Colonel's Choice
I retained ownership of my '52 chevy until just before being shipped to Germany in 1961 on a military assignmenment.
Bill Harrison
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Colonel's Choice
Loved that '52 Chevrolet.