 Stein Tranvik writes: "Norway has become the new world head quarter for the Piccolo cars that were made by Ruppe & Sohn in Apolda, Thuringen, Germany. And why, you may ask... Because so many have survived in Norway. There are 6 Piccolo cars, a large percentage of all surviving cars. And right now, 3 of these cars are being restored / serviced in the middle of Norway. Close to the city of Levanger, in his great work shop, almost situated on an island, mr. Kjell Ivar Haltvik has become the greatest expert on these small Piccolo cars. There are at the moment the mentioned three Piccolos in his work shop. A green 1908 car is in for a light recommissioning, after being exhibited for some 30+ years. The close up is showing the engine of that car. The blue one dated 1910 is in for a total restoration and will be finished within a few months. It was first attempted restored in the 1960's, but most of that work had to be redone. Finally there is the 1907 car, before restoration and a recent photo of the same, lacking body. On that car mr. Haltvik has done wonders, and made a lot of missing parts, like the ignition system. Also he made a new rod and numerous other parts. The engine ran for the first time in 90 years a week ago! Well done. It will probably hit the road next summer. Greetings from Norway - the No. 1 Piccolo country in the world." (text & photos Stein Tranvik) |
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Piccolo restorations in Norway
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