Trevethan (automobile)

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The single cylinder 1902 Trevethan

The Trevethan was an Australian automobile built in Toowoomba, Queensland by the Thomas and Walter Trevethan carriage building company. The vehicle had chain-drive and solid rubber tyres. [1]

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References

  1. Davis, Pedr & Tony, “Aussie Cars”, Marque Publishing, Sydney, Australia, 1987 ISBN   0-947079-01-7