Testing car love is not necessary with Thijs. He comes from a family of car enthusiasts; his in-laws sell air-cooled Volkswagens and his better half, Willemien, cherishes a 500 Fiat 1974 R. They can even organize a vintage ride with only family members! But this story is about the DAF 44 station wagon.
He has a lot of appreciation for the DAF 44 station wagon, especially because of the ingenious piece of craftsmanship in construction details such as the variomatic. But also look at the simple lines of the body: very nicely balanced, tribute to the Michelotti design!
This was an important event in the Dutch car world. After all, it was a Dutch product, designed and developed by Van Doorne's technical expertise. In the world of classic cars, the DAF is finally getting the appreciation it deserves. After the production of the A-type, the DAF 44 was in fact an extension of the DAF passenger car range.
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Interest in DAF seems to be increasing, especially among the younger generation. Thijs is almost forty and is part of the generation that has to pass on history. It is also striking that more and more DAFs are returning from France.
What we still know about the history of the DAF 44 station wagon
Thijs: “I have a photo of the French registration certificate (carte grise) which shows that Madame Madeleine Tardieu was given the DAF 44 station wagon in her name on May 27, 1991. This document also states that a technical inspection was carried out in March 1995.
The car still serves as a great family car for fun weekend getaways. We also try to infect the youngest generation with the old-timer virus, so that the history is cherished for a long time to come. Scavenger hunts are always fun. I also saw that there are only about ten DAF 44 station wagons on license plates. Now that's exclusivity!
For the MOT of the DAF 44 station wagon it meant: new tyres, type 55 disc brakes and a new exhaust. Small adjustments for an otherwise perfect car.”
The DAF 44 station wagon is a French car
The interior of the DAF 44 station wagon is no longer in optimal condition, but it is still neat. The driver's seat has suffered from the fierce southern French sun and is torn. The seats and back seat are surprisingly comfortable. On the outside you can see, especially if you stand close to it and make sure it is a real used French DAF: small dents, scratches, parking damage. And that's good too, that way you can see the life of the car! The car is almost 50 years old, used and lived with!
In the world of classic cars, DAF continues to conquer hearts. That is why with the following texts we briefly represent untamed love.
Exhaust is almost on the floor.
Were nice carts, at the time a member of the club and had several, 44, 55, 66, and the Volvo 66 and 343.
How is it possible that the Day has an old license plate?
Frank, YE is currently the letter combination for imported vintage cars