Description: 2 Vintage GMC Tool Checks, Ternstedt 45448 / Delco Remy 755023, from 2 of GMs largest divisions. Ternstedt fabricated GM's hardware, hood ornaments, trim. Delco Remy handled GM's electrical components. The Ternstedt division of GM handled manufacturing for all of the automobile body hardware including trim, badging, hood ornaments, power seats and power windows. In 1954 GM celebrated the production landmark of making 50 Million Cars. GM made a Gold Alloy Medallion acknowledging the Ternstedt contribution to the 50 Million Car achievement, images attached. Historical information only, '50 million car Medallion' is Not Included with the offered Tool Checks. Ternstedt fabricated some of the most iconic Hood Ornaments and Auto Trim in US history including: Cadillac, Pontiac, Buick, Oldsmobile, Chevrolet. The Remy brothers, Frank and Perry, started their business to improve gasoline automobile ignition systems in 1896. Their business thrived and they sold it for a reported $1 million in 1911 having gained a reputation for quality, bulletproof products. In 1919 General Motors acquired the Remy business and added the 'Delco' name to the brand. Delco Remy electric components were used in all of the GM brands, Buick, Cheverolet, Cadillac, ect. as well as many other vehicles. When the US entered World War II in December 1941 Delco Remy shifted most of its production to equipment for the military. They made Starter Motors, Alternators, Lighting, Controls, ect. for Armored Vehicles, Tanks, Aircraft, and Ships. Delco Remy also expanded their product line to meet the needs of a nation at war, making Aircraft Castings, Marine Engine Pistons, 20 mm Amo Casings, Machined Aircraft Parts, Electric Generators.
Price: 12.97 USD
Location: San Diego, California
End Time: 2025-01-17T22:52:28.000Z
Shipping Cost: 0 USD
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Year: 1950
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
