History of Bantam
The first American Austins (sometimes
called Austin Bantams or bantams) were produced in 1930 in Butler
Pennsylvania. Although a royalty fee was paid to English Austin
the American version was different; and had a more stylish body
and the engine was a mirror image.
Despite a good start and lots of publicity, 1929 was not an
auspicious year to start a car company and they failed after a few
years. The factory and tooling was bought by Roy Evans. The car
was redesigned and the engine changed enough so that royalties
were not required to be paid. This car is called the American
Bantam. |
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