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The oldest car in Government Service?

A bit interesting...

https://www.foxnews.com/auto/new-york-citys-chrysler-imperial-parade-car-americas-heroes-70-years

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That's really cool.

Reminded me of the restoration of FDR's vehicle that was on Chasing Classic Cars a few years ago.

https://www.hemmings.com/stories/2017/03/31/fdrs-packard-removed-from-museum-for-preservation-parade-duty
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That is cool.

I hope they keep it stock, and don't convert it to electric.
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Come on man, it's a hemi
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Thats really cool. Love that it's been maintained and always ready to go. I wonder where the LA car is?
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That is a gorgeous car!!!

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