GASOLINE CARS COSTING FROM $3,500 TO $3,999
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B. L. M. Model "Pirate," 24 H.P. B. L. M. Motor Car & Equip. Co., Brooklyn, N.Y.
PRICE: $3,500 (complete)
BODY: Runabout
SEATS: 2, individual
WEIGHT: 1,350 pounds (complete)
WHEEL-BASE: 98 inches
TREAD: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 32 × 3½ inches
TIRES, REAR: 32 × 3½ inches
STEERING: Worm and sector
BRAKES: Band on transmission. Int. expanding on rear wheels
SPRINGS: Semi-elliptical front and rear
FRAME: Channel section
BORE: 100 mm.
STROKE: 130 mm.
CYLINDERS: Four, in pairs
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: Inlet on one side; exhaust on other
MOTOR SUSPENSION: Four arms from main frame
COOLING: Water; Livingstone radiator
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Eisemen high-tension magneto
CARBURETER: Xenia automatic, with Mercury dash pot
LUBRICATION: Gear pump
MOTOR-CONTROL: Foot throttle and hand throttle on wheel
CLUTCH: Cone with cork inserts
CHANGE GEAR: Sliding type
SPEEDS: Three forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Progressive
DRIVE: Shaft
Cleveland Speed Car, 30–35 H.P. Cleveland Motor Car Co., Cleveland, O.
PRICE: $3,750
BODY: Special roadster
SEATS: 3 persons
WEIGHT: 2,200 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 104 inches
TREAD: 54 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 34 × 4 inches
TIRES, REAR: 34 × 4 inches
STEERING: Screw and nut
BRAKES: On transmission and rear hubs
SPRINGS: Semi-elliptical
FRAME: Pressed steel channel
BORE: 4½ in.; STROKE: 5¼ in.
CYLINDERS: 4, vertical in front
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: On opposite sides
MOTOR SUSPENSION: Channel sub-frame
COOLING: Water; cellular radiator
IGNITION: Low-tension make-and-break
CURRENT SUPPLY: Simms-Bosch magneto
CARBURETER: Rotary balanced valve; automatic mixture regulator
LUBRICATION: Force feed mechanical oiler
MOTOR-CONTROL: Hand spark and throttle
CLUTCH: Cork inserted leather-faced cone
CHANGE GEAR: Sliding type
SPEEDS: 3 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Side lever; progressive type
DRIVE: Shaft
Note.—The price of this car has been raised to $3,750 since going to press.
Berkshire, Model D, 35–40 H.P. Berkshire Automobile Co., Pittsfield, Mass.
PRICE: $3,500
BODY: Side entrance tonneau
SEATS: 5–7 persons
WEIGHT: 3,000 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 118 inches
TREAD: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 36 × 3½ inches
TIRES, REAR: 36 × 4½ inches
STEERING: Worm and sector
BRAKES: On transmission and rear hubs
SPRINGS: Semi-elliptical
FRAME: Pressed channel steel
BORE: 411/16 in.; STROKE: 5 in.
CYLINDERS: 4 vertical, separate
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: On opposite sides
MOTOR SUSPENSION: From sub frame
COOLING: Water; honeycomb radiator
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Magneto and batteries
CARBURETER: Automatic mixture regulation
LUBRICATION: Under pressure
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CLUTCH: Multiple disc
CHANGE GEAR: Sliding type
SPEEDS: 3 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Selective system
DRIVE: Side chains
Stoddard-Dayton, Model F, 30–35 H.P. Dayton Motor Car Co., Dayton, Ohio.
PRICE: $3,500
BODY: Regular enclosed Limousine type
SEATS: 7 persons
WEIGHT: 2,900 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 105 inches
TREAD: 56½ inches
TIRES, FRONT: 34 × 4 inches
TIRES, REAR: 34 × 4 inches
STEERING: Worm and nut
BRAKES: Expanding, transmission and rear wheel hubs
SPRINGS: Semi-elliptic
FRAME: Pressed steel
BORE: 4⅞ in.; STROKE: 5 in.
CYLINDERS: 4 vertical, cast in pairs
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: Opposite sides
MOTOR SUSPENSION: Sub-frame
COOLING: Water, tubular radiator
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Storage batteries
CARBURETER: Automatic
LUBRICATION: Positive mechanical pressure feed
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CLUTCH: Leather-faced cone
CHANGE GEAR: Sliding type
SPEEDS: 3 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Single lever, selective
DRIVE: Shaft
Wayne, Model R, 50 H.P. Wayne Automobile Co., Detroit, Mich.
PRICE: $3,500
BODY: Side entrance tonneau
SEATS: 7 persons
WEIGHT: 2,800 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 117 inches
TREAD: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 34 × 4½ inches
TIRES, REAR: 34 × 4½ inches
STEERING: Worm and nut
BRAKES: Internal and external on rear hubs
SPRINGS: Semi-elliptic
FRAME: Pressed steel
BORE: 5½ in.; STROKE: 5 in.
CYLINDERS: 4 vertical, in pairs
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: Same side
MOTOR SUSPENSION: Main frame
COOLING: Water; cellular radiator
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Magneto
CARBURETER: Automatic
LUBRICATION: Force feed
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CLUTCH: Leather-faced cone
CHANGE GEAR: Sliding type
SPEEDS: 3 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Selective system
DRIVE: Shaft
Frontenac Runabout, Model D, 40–45 H.P. Abendroth and Root M'f'g. Co., Newburgh, N. Y.
PRICE: $3,500
BODY: Runabout
SEATS: 3 persons
WEIGHT: 2,500 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 123 inches
TREAD: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 36 × 3½ in.
TIRES, REAR: 36 × 4½ in.
STEERING: Bevel gear and shaft connecting to worm and nut
BRAKES: External and internal on rear wheels
SPRINGS: Semi-elliptical
FRAME: Pressed steel
BORE: 4¾ in.; STROKE: 5 in.
CYLINDERS: 4 vertical, in pairs
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: On one side
MOTOR SUSPENSION: Sub-frame
COOLING: Water; fin tube radiator
IGNITION: Jump spark (double)
CURRENT SUPPLY: Magneto and battery
CARBURETER: Automatic float-feed
LUBRICATION: Splash
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CHANGE GEAR: Sliding type
SPEEDS: 3 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Selective system
DRIVE: Shaft
Frontenac, Model C, 40 H.P. Abendroth & Root Mfg. Co., Newburgh, N. Y.
PRICE: $3,500
BODY: Side entrance tonneau
SEATS: 5 to 7 persons
WEIGHT: 2,800 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 123 inches
TREAD: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 34 × 4 inches
TIRES, REAR: 34 × 4½ inches
STEERING: Bevel gear connecting to worm and nut
BRAKES: Internal and external on rear wheels
BORE: 4¾ in.; STROKE: 5 in.
SPRINGS: Semi-elliptical
FRAME: Pressed steel
CYLINDERS: 4, vertical in pairs
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: On same side
MOTOR SUSPENSION: From sub-frame
COOLING: Water, fin tube radiator
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Storage battery and magneto
CARBURETER: Automatic
LUBRICATION: Splash
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CHANGE GEAR: Sliding type
SPEEDS: 3 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Selective system
DRIVE: Shaft
National, Model H, 50 H.P. National Motor Vehicle Co., Indianapolis, Ind.
PRICE: $3,500
BODY: Cast aluminum; side entrance tonneau
SEATS: 7 persons
WEIGHT: 2,650 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 112 inches
TREAD: 54 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 34 × 4½ inches
TIRES, REAR: 34 × 4½ inches
STEERING: Double screw and nut
BRAKES: Double system: Hub brakes; internal expanding
SPRINGS: Semi-elliptic
FRAME: Pressed channel steel
BORE: 4⅞ in.; STROKE: 5 in.
CYLINDERS: 4 vertical, in front
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: Opposite sides
MOTOR SUSPENSION: Sub-frame
COOLING: Water; vertical tube radiator
IGNITION: Jump spark (double)
CURRENT SUPPLY: Magneto and battery
CARBURETER: Schebler
LUBRICATION: Mechanical force feed, gear-driven
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle with automatic governor
CLUTCH: Self-contained; leather-faced
CHANGE GEAR: 3 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Side lever selective system
DRIVE: Shaft
Triumph, Model B, 45 H.P. Triumph Motor Car Co., Chicago, Ill.
PRICE: $3,500
BODY: Side entrance tonneau
SEATS: 5 persons
WEIGHT: 2,500 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 113½ inches
TREAD: 54 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 36 × 3½ in.
TIRES, REAR: 36 × 4 in.
STEERING: Worm and sector
BRAKES: On rear hubs
SPRINGS: Semi-elliptic
FRAME: Cold-pressed channel steel
BORE: 5 in.; STROKE: 5½ in.
CYLINDERS: 4 vertical, in pairs
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: On same side
MOTOR SUSPENSION: From side members of sub-frame
COOLING: Water; tubular radiator
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Magneto and storage battery
CARBURETER: Whirling spray, float-feed
LUBRICATION: Mechanical force feed oiler, gear-driven
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CLUTCH: Multiple disc
CHANGE GEAR: Sliding type; annular ball bearings
SPEEDS: 3 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Side lever; selective system
DRIVE: Shaft
NOTE: Motor, self starting
Marmon, Model F, 35 H.P. Nordyke & Marmon Co., Indianapolis, Ind.
PRICE: $3,500
BODY: Cast aluminum, side entrance
SEATS: 5 persons
WEIGHT: 2,800 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 104 inches
TREAD: 56½ inches
TIRES, FRONT: 34 × 4 inches
TIRES, REAR: 34 × 4½ inches
STEERING: Worm and nut
BRAKES: Two internal expanding in each rear wheel
SPRINGS: Full elliptic
FRAME: Pressed channel steel
BORE: 5 in.; STROKE: 4½ in.
CYLINDERS: 4 in pairs, 90° angle
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: In head
MOTOR SUSPENSION: On sub-frame, 3 point
COOLING: Air
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Storage and dry cells
CARBURETER: Automatic
LUBRICATION: Force feed, automatic
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle foot accelerator
CLUTCH: Disc
CHANGE GEAR: Sliding type annular ball bearings
SPEEDS: 3 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Side lever selective system
DRIVE: Shaft
Winton Runabout, Model M, 40 H.P. The Winton Motor Carriage Co., Cleveland, O.
PRICE: $3,500
BODY: Runabout with rear seat for passengers or baggage
SEATS: 2 or 4 persons
WHEEL-BASE: 112 inches
TREAD: 56½ inches
TIRES, FRONT: 34 × 4½ inches
TIRES, REAR: 34 × 4½ inches
STEERING: Screw and nut
BRAKES: Four on rear hubs
SPRINGS: Winton twin
FRAME: Pressed channel steel
BORE: 5 inches
STROKE: 5 inches
CYLINDERS: 4, vertical in front
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: On same side
MOTOR SUSPENSION: From drop frame members
COOLING: Water; tubular radiator
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Storage and dry cells
CARBURETER: Automatic compensating
LUBRICATION: "Shooting" valveless mechanical oiler
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CLUTCH: Multiple disc
CHANGE GEAR: Sliding type; annular ball bearings
SPEEDS: 4 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Side lever; selective system
DRIVE: Shaft
Winton, Model M, 40 H.P. The Winton Motor Carriage Co., Cleveland, O.
PRICE: $3,500
BODY: Side entrance tonneau
SEATS: 7 persons
WHEEL-BASE: 112 inches
TREAD: 56½ inches
TIRES, FRONT: 34 × 4½ inches
TIRES, REAR: 34 × 4½ inches
STEERING: Screw and nut
BRAKES: 4, on rear hubs
SPRINGS: Winton Twin
FRAME: Pressed channel steel
BORE: 5 in.; STROKE: 5 in.
CYLINDERS: 4 vertical, in front
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: All on one side
MOTOR SUSPENSION: drop frame members
COOLING: Water; centrifugal pump; tubular radiator
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Storage and dry cells
CARBURETER: Automatically compensating
LUBRICATION: "Shooting" valveless mechanical oiler
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CLUTCH: Multiple disc (ball bearings)
CHANGE GEAR: Sliding, on annular ball bearings
SPEEDS: 4 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Side levers, selective system
DRIVE: Shaft
Autocar, Type XII Limousine, 24 H.P. The Autocar Company, Ardmore, Pa.
PRICE: $3,500
BODY: Includes touring body and also Limousine body
SEATS: 5 persons
WEIGHT: 2,975 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 100 inches
TREAD: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 32 × 4 inches
TIRES, REAR: 32 × 4½ inches
STEERING: Wheel; bevel gear and sector
BRAKES: External and internal on drums on rear hub
SPRINGS: Semi-elliptical front and rear
FRAME: Wood; pressed steel channel reinforced
BORE: 4 in.; STROKE: 4½ in.
CYLINDERS: 4 vertical under hood
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: Inlet and exhaust; both mechanically operated
MOTOR SUSPENSION: Sub-frame
COOLING: Water
CURRENT SUPPLY: Storage battery
CARBURETER: With automatic mixture regulation
IGNITION: Jump spark
LUBRICATION: Mechanical force feed oiler
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CLUTCH: Autocar, patented, metal-to-metal type; fly wheel floating disc clutch
CHANGE GEAR: Sliding type, roller bearings
SPEEDS: 3 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Side lever
DRIVE: Shaft; bevel gear
Pope-Toledo, Model XIII, 35–40 H.P. Pope Motor Car Co., Toledo, Ohio
PRICE: $3,500
BODY: Side entrance tonneau
SEATS: 5 or 7 persons
WEIGHT: 2,450 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 104 inches
TREAD: 54 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 34 × 4 in.
TIRES, REAR: 34 × 4 in.
STEERING: Worm and segment
BRAKES: On rear wheels
SPRINGS: Semi-elliptic
FRAME: Channel steel
BORE: 4¾ in.; STROKE: 5¼ in.
CYLINDERS: 4 individual
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: In cylinder heads
MOTOR SUSPENSION: On sub-frame
COOLING: Water; planetic radiator
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Batteries
CARBURETER: Automatic
LUBRICATION: Mechanical
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CLUTCH: External cone
CHANGE GEAR: Sliding type
SPEEDS: 3 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Side lever
DRIVE: Double chain
Stevens-Duryea, Model U, "Little 6," 30–35 H.P. Stevens-Duryea Co., Chicopee Falls, Mass.
PRICE: $3,500
BODY: Side entrance tonneau
SEATS: 5 persons
WEIGHT: 2,300 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 114 inches
TREAD: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 34 × 4 inches
TIRES, REAR: 34 × 4 inches
STEERING: Worm and sector
BRAKES: External and internal on rear hubs
SPRINGS: Semi-elliptical all around
FRAME: Pressed steel channel
BORE: 3⅞ in.; STROKE: 4¾ in.
CYLINDERS: 6 vertical in front, cast separately
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: Side ports; both on same side
MOTOR SUSPENSION: 3 point support from main frame
COOLING: Water, cellular radiator
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Storage battery and dry cells
CARBURETER: Automatic
LUBRICATION: Mechanical force feed oiler
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CLUTCH: Multiple disc
CHANGE GEAR: Sliding type
SPEEDS: 3 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Side lever, progressive system
DRIVE: Bevel gear
Northern, Model L, Touring Car, 50 H.P. Northern Motor Car Co., Detroit, Mich.
PRICE: $3,500
BODY: Side entrance tonneau
SEATS: 7 persons
WEIGHT: 3,300 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 120 inches
TREAD: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 34 × 4½ inches
TIRES, REAR: 34 × 4½ inches
STEERING: Adjustable worm and sector
BRAKES: Air and foot on hubs
SPRINGS: Front, semi-elliptical; rear, 3 point platform
FRAME: Angle steel
BORE: 5 in.; STROKE: 5½ in.
CYLINDERS: 4, vertical in front
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: Inlet and exhaust direct in head
MOTOR SUSPENSION: From side members of frame
COOLING: Water; flat tube radiator
CURRENT SUPPLY: Storage battery
CARBURETER: Northern automatic
IGNITION: Jump spark
LUBRICATION: Float-feed; automatic
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CLUTCH: Northern AIR
CHANGE GEAR: Sliding type on rear axle
SPEEDS: 3 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Lever under steering wheel
DRIVE: Shaft
Corbin, Model H, Limousine, 24 H.P. Corbin Motor Vehicle Corp., New Britain, Conn.
PRICE: $3,500
BODY: Limousine
SEATS: 5 persons
WEIGHT: 2,500 lbs.
WHEEL-BASE: 108 inches
TREAD: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 32 × 3½ inches
TIRES, REAR: 32 × 4 inches
STEERING: Worm and sector
BRAKES: 4, on rear wheels
SPRINGS: Semi-elliptical
FRAME: Pressed steel
BORE: 4¼ in.; STROKE: 4¼ in.
CYLINDERS: 4 vertical, under hood
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: Both in heads
MOTOR SUSPENSION: Steel pan
COOLING: Air
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Storage battery
CARBURETER: Gravity feed
LUBRICATION: Direct sight feed
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CLUTCH: Cone, leather-faced
CHANGE GEAR: Sliding type
SPEEDS: 3 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Selective system
DRIVE: Shaft
Haynes, Model T, 50 H.P. Haynes Auto Co., Kokomo, Ind.
PRICE: $3,500
BODY: Side entrance tonneau
SEATS: 7 persons
WEIGHT: 2,950 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 108 inches
TREAD: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 34 × 4½ in.
TIRES, REAR: 34 × 4½ in.
STEERING: Worm and sector
BRAKES: Internal and external on rear wheels
SPRINGS: Semi-elliptic
FRAME: Pressed steel reinforced by wood
BORE: 5¼ in.; STROKE: 6 in.
CYLINDERS: 4 vertical
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: On opposite sides
MOTOR SUSPENSION: Side members of frame
COOLING: Water; cellular radiator
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Magneto and storage battery
CARBURETER: With automatic mixture regulator
LUBRICATION: Mechanical force feed; oiler gear-driven
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CLUTCH: External steel band on bronze drum
CHANGE GEAR: Sliding type
SPEEDS: 3 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Selective system
DRIVE: Shaft
Haynes, Model V, Runabout, 50 H.P. Haynes Auto Co., Kokomo, Ind.
PRICE: $3,500
BODY: Runabout
SEATS: 2 persons
WEIGHT: 2,250 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 106 inches
TREAD: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 32 × 4 in.
TIRES, REAR: 32 × 4 in.
STEERING: Worm and sector
BRAKES: Internal and external on rear wheel drums
SPRINGS: Semi-elliptic front, full elliptic rear
FRAME: Pressed channel steel, reinforced with wood
BORE: 5¼ in.; STROKE: 6 in.
CYLINDERS: 4 vertical
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: On opposite sides
MOTOR SUSPENSION: Side members of frame
COOLING: Water; cellular radiator
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Magneto and storage battery
CARBURETER: With automatic mixture regulator
LUBRICATION: Force feed
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CLUTCH: External steel band on bronze drum
CHANGE GEAR: Sliding type
SPEEDS: 3 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Selective system
DRIVE: Shaft
Silent Knight, 30–40 H.P. Knight & Kilbourne, Chicago, Ill.
PRICE: $3,500
BODY: Side entrance tonneau
SEATS: 5 persons
WEIGHT: 2,600 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 112 inches
TREAD: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 34 × 4½ inches
TIRES, REAR: 34 × 4½ inches
BRAKES: Internal expanding in rear wheel drums and on transmission shaft
SPRINGS: Semi-elliptic
FRAME: Pressed steel
BORE: 4½ in.; STROKE: 5½ in.
CYLINDERS: 4, cast in pairs
MOTOR SUSPENSION: From cross bars connecting to frame
COOLING: Water
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Storage battery
LUBRICATION: Special spray nozzle type
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CLUTCH: Leather-faced cone
CHANGE GEAR: Sliding type
SPEEDS: 3 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Side lever
DRIVE: Shaft
Diamond T, Model B, 40 H.P. Diamond T Motor Car Co., Chicago, Ill.
PRICE: $3,500
BODY: Side entrance tonneau
SEATS: 7 persons
WEIGHT: 2,900 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 124 inches
TREAD: 56½ inches
TIRES, FRONT: 36 × 4½ inches
TIRES, REAR: 36 × 4½ inches
STEERING: Worm and sector
BRAKES: Internal and external on rear hubs
SPRINGS: Semi-elliptical
FRAME: Pressed steel
BORE: 4¾ in.; STROKE: 5 in.
CYLINDERS: 4 vertical in front
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: Intake and exhaust on same side
MOTOR SUSPENSION: Sub-frame
COOLING: Seamless, square tube, cellular radiator
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Magneto and storage battery
CARBURETER: Automatic
LUBRICATION: Mechanical force feed oiler, belt driven
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CLUTCH: Cone, leather-faced with springs
CHANGE GEAR: Sliding type annular ball bearings
SPEEDS: 3 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Side lever; progressive system
DRIVE: Shaft
Sturtevant Flying Roadster, 30–40 H.P. Sturtevant Mill Co., Boston, Mass.
PRICE: $3,500
BODY: Runabout; seats 2 and folding back seat
WEIGHT: 2,000 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 98¾ inches
TREAD: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 32 × 4 inches
TIRES, REAR: 32 × 4 inches
STEERING: Worm and sector
BRAKES: Automatic on transmission and rear internal hubs
SPRINGS: Semi-elliptical
FRAME: Pressed channel steel
BORE: 4½ in.; STROKE: 5 in.
CYLINDERS: 4 vertical, in front
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: Inlet and exhaust in heads
MOTOR SUSPENSION: From side members of frame
COOLING: Water, tubular and cell radiator
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Storage battery and dry cells
CARBURETER: Double, automatic float-feed
LUBRICATION: Automatic force feed
MOTOR-CONTROL: Automatic spark and throttle
CLUTCH: Automatic and manual multiple disc
CHANGE GEAR: Automatic and manual
SPEEDS: All speeds
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Foot, button or throttle lever on steering post
DRIVE: Cardan shaft and gears
Gaeth, Type XII, 35 H.P. Gaeth Auto Works, Cleveland, Ohio
PRICE: $3,500
BODY: Tulip
SEATS: 7 persons
WEIGHT: 2,600 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 112 inches
TREAD: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 34 × 4 inches
TIRES, REAR: 34 × 4½ inches
STEERING: Rack, nut and pinion
BRAKES: External and internal on rear hubs; separate drums
SPRINGS: Semi-elliptic
FRAME: Pressed channel steel
BORE: 4¾ in.; STROKE: 5 in.
CYLINDERS: 4, vertical in front
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: Mechanical on opposite sides
MOTOR SUSPENSION: On main frame
COOLING: Thermo-siphon; honeycomb radiator
IGNITION: Low-tension
CURRENT SUPPLY: Magneto
CARBURETER: Automatic
LUBRICATION: Mechanical force feed, ratchet driven
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CLUTCH: External contracting band
CHANGE GEAR: Sliding train
SPEEDS: 3 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Side lever
DRIVE: Shaft and bevel gear
Moon, Model C, 30–35 H.P. Moon Motor Car Co., St. Louis, Mo.
PRICE: $3,500
BODY: Side entrance tonneau
SEATS: 5 persons
WEIGHT: About 2,500 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 110 inches
TREAD: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 34 × 4 inches
TIRES, REAR: 34 × 4 inches
STEERING: Worm and gear
BRAKES: On rear wheels
SPRINGS: Semi-elliptic
FRAME: Pressed steel
BORE: 4½ inches
STROKE: 5 inches
CYLINDERS: 4, vertical in front
COOLING: Water; honeycomb radiator
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Storage battery
CARBURETER: Automatic
LUBRICATION: Force feed
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CLUTCH: Multiple disc
CHANGE GEAR: Sliding type
SPEEDS: 4 forward and 1 reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Selective system
DRIVE: Shaft
Glide, Model H, 50–60 H.P. Bartholomew Co., Peoria, Ill.
PRICE: $3,500
BODY: Double side entrance
SEATS: 7 persons
WHEEL-BASE: 132 inches
TREAD: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 36 × 4½ in.
TIRES, REAR: 36 × 4½ in.
STEERING: Worm and segment
SPRINGS: Semi-elliptic
CYLINDERS: 6
COOLING: Water
IGNITION: Jump spark
CARBURETER: Choice
LUBRICATION: Mechanical oiler
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CHANGE GEAR: Sliding type
SPEEDS: 3 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Selective system
DRIVE: Shaft
Cadillac, Model H, 30 H.P. Cadillac Motor Car Co., Detroit, Mich.
PRICE: $3,600
BODY: Limousine
SEATS: 7 persons
WHEEL-BASE: 102 inches
TREAD: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 34 × 4½ inches
TIRES, REAR: 34 × 4½ inches
STEERING: Worm and nut
BRAKES: On rear hubs
SPRINGS: Semi-elliptical front, three-quarter elliptical rear
FRAME: Pressed channel steel
BORE: 4⅜ inches
STROKE: 5 inches
CYLINDERS: Four vertical in front
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: In combustion chambers
MOTOR SUSPENSION: Side members
COOLING: Water
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Storage batteries
LUBRICATION: Automatic splash
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and automatic throttle governor
CLUTCH: Double flat disc
CHANGE GEAR: Planetary
SPEEDS: 3 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Side lever
DRIVE: Shaft, bevel gear
Model, Style 15, 45 H.P. Model Automobile Co., Peru, Indiana
Maker's illustration not ready—will be published later and of a size suitable for insertion in this space.
PRICE: $3,600
BODY: Side entrance tonneau
SEATS: 5 to 7 persons
WEIGHT: 2,600 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 118 inches
TREAD: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 36 × 4 inches
TIRES, REAR: 36 × 4½ inches
STEERING: Worm and segment
BRAKES: On shaft and rear hubs
SPRINGS: Semi-elliptical, 40 in. front, 54 in. rear
FRAME: Pressed steel
BORE: 5 in.; STROKE: 5½ in.
CYLINDERS: 4 vertical, in front
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: Inlet in side, exhaust in head
MOTOR SUSPENSION: Sub-frame
COOLING: Brass geared pump and cellular radiator
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Dry battery and storage battery
CARBURETER: With automatic mixture regulation
LUBRICATION: Mechanical force feed oiler
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CLUTCH: Multiple disc
CHANGE GEAR: Sliding type, annular ball bearings
SPEEDS: 3 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Side lever
DRIVE: Shaft drive
Studebaker, Model G, 30–35 H.P. Studebaker Automobile Co., South Bend, Ind.
PRICE: $3,700 open
BODY: Side entrance tonneau
SEATS: 5 persons
WEIGHT: 2,400 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 104 inches
TREAD: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 34 × 4 inches
TIRES, REAR: 34 × 4 inches
STEERING: Wheel and irreversible
BRAKES: On rear hubs and transmission shaft
SPRINGS: Semi-elliptic
FRAME: Pressed steel
BORE: 4⅛ inches
STROKE: 5¼ inches
CYLINDERS: 4 vertical in front
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: Intake right-hand side. Exhaust left-hand side
MOTOR SUSPENSION: Hung from sub-frame
COOLING: Water, cellular radiator and fan
IGNITION: Make-and-break
CURRENT SUPPLY: Low-tension magneto
CARBURETER: Float-feed
LUBRICATION: Mechanical force feed oiler; sights located on dash
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CLUTCH: Friction cone type
CHANGE GEAR: Sliding type, plain bearing
SPEEDS: 3 forward and 1 reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Side lever, selective system
DRIVE: Shaft with bevel gear
Glide, Model G, Limousine, 40 H.P. Bartholomew Co., Peoria, Ill.
Maker's illustration not ready—will be published later and of a size suitable for insertion in this space.
PRICE: $3,700
BODY: Limousine
SEATS: 6 persons
WEIGHT: 2,500 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 120 inches
TREAD: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 34 × 4 in.
TIRES, REAR: 34 × 4 in.
STEERING: Worm and segment
BRAKES: Special construction
SPRINGS: Semi-elliptic
FRAME: Pressed steel
BORE: 4½ in.; STROKE: 5 in.
CYLINDERS: 4 vertical, singly
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: On same side
MOTOR SUSPENSION: Sub-frame
COOLING: Water
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Storage battery
CARBURETER: Choice
LUBRICATION: Mechanical force feed
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CLUTCH: Multiple disc
CHANGE GEAR: Sliding type
SPEEDS: 3 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Selective system
DRIVE: Shaft
Gearless, 75 H.P. Gearless Transmission Co., Rochester, N. Y.
PRICE: $3,750
BODY: Side entrance tonneau
SEATS: 7 persons
WEIGHT: 3,000 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 128 inches
TREAD: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 36 × 4 inches
TIRES, REAR: 36 × 4½ inches
STEERING: Worm and nut
BRAKES: On transmission and 2 on each rear hub
SPRINGS: Semi-elliptical
FRAME: Pressed steel
BORE: 413/16 in.; STROKE: 5⅝ in.
CYLINDERS: 6 vertical in front
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: Inlet and exhaust in side ports
MOTOR SUSPENSION: From sub-frame
COOLING: Water
IGNITION: Jump spark, 2 sets of plugs
CURRENT SUPPLY: Storage battery and magneto
CARBURETER: Float-feed
LUBRICATION: Pump driven by gears
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CLUTCH: Expanding ring
CHANGE GEAR: Gearless 1907 model, direct drive
SPEEDS: 2 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Foot pedal for forward speeds; side lever for back up
DRIVE: Shaft
Bay State Forty, 40 H.P. Bay State Auto Co., Boston, Mass.
PRICE: $3,750
BODY: Side entrance tonneau
SEATS: 7 persons
WEIGHT: 2,800 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 122 inches
TREAD: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 34 × 4 inches
TIRES, REAR: 34 × 4½ inches
STEERING: Worm and sector
BRAKES: Two on rear hubs
SPRINGS: Semi-elliptical, front and rear
FRAME: Pressed channel steel
BORE: 4¾ in.; STROKE: 5 in.
CYLINDERS: 4 vertical in front
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: Inlet and exhaust on one side
MOTOR SUSPENSION: Motor suspended on 3-point suspension
COOLING: Water, cellular radiator
IGNITION: Triple; two distributors and one magneto
CURRENT SUPPLY: Magneto and storage batteries
CARBURETER: Double throttle
LUBRICATION: Force feed oiler, gear-driven
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CLUTCH: Multiple disc with cork inserts
CHANGE GEAR: Sliding type annular ball bearings
SPEEDS: 3 speeds and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Side lever: progressive type
DRIVE: Shaft
Compound, Model H, 6 Cyl., 40 H.P. E. H. V. Company, Middletown, Conn.
PRICE: $3,750
BODY: Side entrance tonneau
SEATS: 7 persons
WEIGHT: 2,500 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 115 inches
TREAD: 56½ inches
TIRES, FRONT: 34 × 4 in.
TIRES, REAR: 34 × 4 in.
STEERING: Lock wheel type
BRAKES: On driving shaft and internal on rear hubs
SPRINGS: Rear, full elliptic; front, semi-elliptic
FRAME: Pressed channel steel
BORE: 4½ in.; STROKE: 4 in.
CYLINDERS: 4 high pressure and 2 low pressure
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: On same side of motor
MOTOR SUSPENSION: Sub-frame
COOLING: Water
IGNITION: Double jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Magneto and storage battery
CARBURETER: Schebler
LUBRICATION: Mechanical oiler
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CLUTCH: Multiple disc
CHANGE GEAR: Sliding type
SPEEDS: 4 forward, 1 reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Side lever
DRIVE: Double chain
Oldsmobile, Model A Limousine, 35–40 H.P. Olds Motor Works, Lansing, Mich.
PRICE: $3,800
BODY: Limousine
SEATS: 5 persons
WHEEL-BASE: 106½ inches
TREAD: 55 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 34 × 3½ inches
TIRES, REAR: 34 × 4 inches
STEERING: Worm and nut
BRAKES: On transmission and rear hubs
FRAME: Pressed steel
BORE: 4½ in.; STROKE: 4½ in.
CYLINDERS: 4 vertical
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: On one side
MOTOR SUSPENSION: From sub-frame
COOLING: Water; cellular radiator
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Dry cells
CARBURETER: Automatic
LUBRICATION: Splash system
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CLUTCH: Cone type
CHANGE GEAR: Sliding type
SPEEDS: 3 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Side lever
DRIVE: Bevel gear
"Locomobile," Model "E," Limousine, 20 H.P. The Locomobile Co. of America, Bridgeport, Conn.
PRICE: $3,800
BODY: Limousine
SEATS: 6 persons
WEIGHT: 2,500 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 106 inches
TREAD: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 32 × 4 inches
TIRES, REAR: 32 × 4½ inches
STEERING: Adjustable worm gears
BRAKES: 3, metal-to-metal
SPRINGS: Semi-elliptic
FRAME: Pressed steel
BORE: 3¾ in.; STROKE: 4½ in.
CYLINDERS: 4, cast in pairs
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: Opposite sides
MOTOR SUSPENSION: Main frame
COOLING: Water; cellular radiator
IGNITION: Make-and-break
CURRENT SUPPLY: Magneto
CARBURETER: Locomobile automatic
LUBRICATION: Mechanical
MOTOR-CONTROL: Governor
CLUTCH: Special cone
CHANGE GEAR: Sliding type
SPEEDS: 3 forward, one reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Progressive system
DRIVE: Double side chains
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