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Oldsmobile 1954-1955
Oldsmobile 1954-1955
According to the brochure, the 1954 models were a year ahead of their time. Numerous improvements, orignally programmed for the 1955 models, were incorporated in the '54 cars. These seem mostly to be design features (lower and longer bodywork) and a stronger chassis. The Rocket V8 now produces 177 hp.
Kaiser-Frazer
Kaiser-Frazer
The Kaiser-Frazer corporation was named after Joseph Frazer and Henry J. Kaiser. The Frazer was the up-market car to compete with Oldsmobile, et. Al. and the Kaiser was intended for the lower end of the market - that is until the partnership fell apart and Frazer left the company. With his departure, 1951 was the last year for the Frazer and in 1952 the Manhattan model name was added to the Kaiser line-up (information supplied by Randy Knox).
Kaiser Rotterdam
Kaiser Rotterdam
Certain models were manufactured under licence in Rotterdam. De Nederlandsche Kaiser-Frazer Fabrieken N.V. was located at Sluisjesdijk in Rotterdam.
