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Hello, I am selling this Jaeger 6V instrument cluster from 1937-1939 for Matford, Renault Viva, Hotchkiss... I found it fairly by chance in my parents' loft. I know nothing about these, but according to the internet, the 57-litre fuel gauge would be typical of a pre-war Matford, such as the V8-72, F82, F92 and the 13 CV / 21 CV models from 1937 to 1939. However, this instrument format may also fit various other models (again, according to the internet), such as Hotchkiss or Renault (Viva, Nerva...). I have left it in its original state as I am afraid of doing something foolish by dismantling it to clean it. I have, however, tested it (it runs on 6V). The ammeter works. The speedometer needle works, as do the odometers (both the total and the trip). The fuel gauge works. The screen lighting works with two original bulbs. The original oil pressure bulb works (the water temperature bulb is missing). I should point out that what works does indeed work, but that does not mean it is accurate; I have no means of quantifying this. On the other hand, it is impossible to get the clock working, which is electric. I did not dare to dismantle it. As for the general condition, the front is very clean, with a very fresh, unpitted surround chrome. There is a very small scratch, about one centimetre long and almost invisible, on the glass. The dials and paintwork are in good condition but have some dirt on them (which should come off easily, but as the paint is reputed to be fragile (according to the internet), I have left it as it is). The speedometer needle has small pits here and there, but they are superficial. Some of the figures on the odometer drums have yellowed slightly. The rear is a little dirty, with localised traces of light corrosion, particularly on the dial bulb holders and the back of the clock. Some old connections are still in place, but the wires are no longer serviceable (braided sleeving is dry and missing in places). Here is what I can tell you, trying to be as precise as possible, but again, I am not an expert. Please don't hesitate to ask me questions if needed; I will try to answer them as best I can and within my abilities.
