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April 23, 2008 The Waynedale News Staff 0 min read

Fredus (Pete) Nelson Peters III was seen cruisin' around Peters Body Shop with his grandson, Fredus Nelson Peters V. — Fredus (Pete) Nelson Peters III was seen cruisin’ around Peters Body Shop with his grandson, Fredus Nelson Peters V.

Pete said the 1922 Ford he was driving sold new for $414. He mentioned that his first car was a ’22 Ford that he purchased used, for $5.00. It took him 3 years to get it running. The car can be started with a crank or off the battery. It has a duel electronic system encompassing both a battery and a magneto system. Entry is from the passenger side only.

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