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ON THE COVER (Feb. 2024)

April 6th, 2024 · Comments Off on ON THE COVER (Feb. 2024)

The original Model T Roadster pictured above featured a detachable roof and is on permanent display in the Dupont Street building where they were manufactured in 1915.
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HISTORY: Dupont building was a purpose-built car factory (Feb. 2024)

April 5th, 2024 · Comments Off on HISTORY: Dupont building was a purpose-built car factory (Feb. 2024)

Examining the old and new: Toronto’s first Model T assembly plant

Pictured above at left: a 1915 Ford Model Roadster model; middle: 672 Dupont at Christie where these models were assembled; and at right: a 1915 Ford Model T Coupe. Both cars are on permanent display at 672 Dupont and it’s free to visit!  Read more

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