From 1910 to 1937, residents of Van Wert had the opportunity to purchase prestigious Auburn automobiles at two prominent dealerships: the Bonnewitz Dealership and the Pennell Auburn Company, which was located at 212 South Market Street in Van Wert, Ohio. The Pennell Auburn Company was owned and operated by Roy Dean Pennell, who sold Auburns and offered luxury vehicles like Cords and Duesenbergs. Remarkably, Roy began his career at just 21 years old as a distributor, selling these high-end cars to other dealerships.
Join us for an exciting presentation on these iconic Van Wert dealerships and the young men who helped shape the town’s automotive legacy.
Guest Speaker: Dave Kirchenbauer, nephew of Roy Dean Pennell, published author, and resident of Van Wert, Ohio.
We extend our gratitude to the Van Wert County Historical Society for their efforts in preserving and sharing local history.
This event is included with museum admission.
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