1942 Harley-Davidson WLC (black and white, classic)

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Updated 26 September 2026

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Make: Harley-Davidson
Model: WLC
Year: 1942
Decade: 1940s
Colour: Black and white
Types: Classic American Motorcycle / Scooter

This catalogue entry records a 1942 Harley-Davidson WLC in black and white, a motorcycle, from the 1940s.

The 1942 Harley-Davidson WLC in black and white is filed under Classic, American and Motorcycle / Scooter, within the 1940s picture cars.

1940s on screen

Photographs of the intended place and period are more useful than a single familiar image when choosing the mix of traffic for a street sequence. The quieter edges of a town can suit a restrained period scene, provided modern road furniture does not creep into the longer view behind the car. A departure from a home or workplace offers room for ordinary routines, with bags, clothing and greetings giving the vehicle a reason to be present.

Possible roles in a production

Pillion scenes require a specific plan for the performers and shot, with passenger use checked rather than assumed from the motorcycle or scooter label. Any riding sequence needs the rider and safety arrangements agreed separately, with the location and camera action considered before movement is confirmed. A US-referenced photoshoot benefits from agreed location details, rather than asking one American vehicle to supply every cue to the setting on its own.

About this listing

Here, a 1942 Harley-Davidson WLC in black and white is catalogued as Classic, American and Motorcycle / Scooter. 1 entry make up the current Harley-Davidson WLC selection. All dated entries in this model group are from 1942. Browse 37 cars from the 1940s for the period, or 3 Harley-Davidson vehicles for other vehicles by this make.

Questions about this car

Can I hire this 1942 Harley-Davidson WLC in black and white for filming?

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Is the photo of this exact car?

The Harley-Davidson WLC shown should be used as a visual reference only, with the actual car and its listed colour checked and confirmed in the options we provide.

What if this Harley-Davidson WLC isn't available?

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Can it be driven on camera?

For the Harley-Davidson WLC, an on-camera driving request is considered against the shot, owner and insurance; how it travels and who drives are confirmed with the brief.

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