How can I trace the 1928 Chevy Tourer history. Engine number R435951B18

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Cheers, Dean

There may still be the vehicle identification plate attached to the right hand side of the seat, normally starts with 22AB. …… then a serial number. Australian assembled 1928’s were a chassis and mechanicals sourced from Tarrytown NY USA..

On the rh timber sill, there may be Holden’s Body builders aluminium body plates with body number and style of body, and also another aluminium plate for paint colours.