The Gilmore Museum is offering classes on "how to drive a Model T" (I'd do it!)

Learn to Drive the "Everyman's Car"

- Old School!

This course will teach the skills required to drive any of the 15,000,000 Ford Model Ts built between 1908 and 1927 including:

Use of spark and throttle control levers

Coordination of hand and foot controls

Proper shifting techniques

Stopping the vehicle

Correct use of the Neutral / Brake lever

Reversing the vehicle

And of course, touring the Gilmore Car Museum collection

After your successful Road Test in an Authentic Model T you will be presented with a certificate of completion.

Two classes will be offered on:

Sunday July 31, 2011

Morning Class – 9:30am – 12:00pm

Afternoon Class – 1:00pm– 3:30pm

Class size is limited to the first 10 pre-paid students so make your reservations today.

Cost is $95 per student, $75 for Museum members (annual membership is $35)and must be pre-paid.

NOTE: Participants must be at least 16 years of age with a valid driver's license at time of class.

Email Events@GilmoreCarMuseum.org or phone 269-671-5089 for set up your class.

http://www.gilmorecarmuseum.org/html/event_details.php?event_id=26

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