Jun 4
I just learned that there was a coach builder in Mexico from 1950-1955, DM Nacional. Interesting looking roadster here. Anyone know any details on these? What was the chassis and drivetrain?
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· Jun 5
That is pretty cool. According to coachbuild.com that is built on a 1949 Ford chassis.
· Jun 5
That wouldn’t be too bad at all with a flathead in it. I like the styling. I see a lot of different European influences in it. Would be an interesting choice next to a Nash Healey or a Kaiser Darrin.
· Jun 5
Here is a complete article on them.
This article appears in the January, 1952 issue of Auto Sport Review and features 4 of their cars. In total, DM Nacional built 6 cars over 5 years near Mexico City, Mexico.
https://www.undiscoveredclassics.com/sport-customs-foreign/dm-nacional/dm-nacional-south-of-the-border-jan-1952-auto-sport-review/
· Jun 5
I wonder if any survive. All I find are period photos or obviously colorized or AI altered photos.
· Jun 5
Good question. They remind of 1950s specials of which there were many but not a high survival rate.
· Jun 5
Reminds me of the Glasspar Roadster kit of the early 50s.
· Jun 5
It sure looks like there are no doors on that car. That must have been fun to get in and out of.
· Jun 5
I don't see any lines. Getting in is easier than getting out.