Holden exhibit at 1961 Industries Fair

17 August 1961 to 2 September 1961

Holden exhibit at 1961 Industries Fair

17 August 1961 to 2 September 1961

A view of the six Holden vehicles exhibited by Blackwell Motors at the 1961 Industries Fair at Canterbury Court. Other exhibits visible include Singer sewing machines and New Zealand Army.

Contributors note: "Christchurch 1961. Photos of a Holden car show, at Blackwell Motors. People viewing the cars on display, including new 1961 Holden car models."

Creator: Peter Basire

Contributor: Barbara Newcombe

Source: Entry in the 2025 Christchurch City Libraries Photo Hunt.

Reference ID: CCL-PH25-BaNe-0023

Uploaded by: CCL Photo Hunt

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