GASOLINE CARS COSTING LESS THAN $1,000
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"Auto-Buggy," Model 3, 4 H.P. "Success" Automobile Mfg. Co., St. Louis, Mo.
PRICE: $250
BODY: Piano box
SEATS: 2 persons
WEIGHT: 500 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 62 inches
TREAD: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 40 × 1 in.
TIRES, REAR: 44 × 1 in.
STEERING: Sprocket and chain
BRAKES: On transmission
SPRINGS: Platform type
FRAME: Wood and angle steel
BORE: 3¼ in.; STROKE: 3 in.
CYLINDERS: 1 vertical at side of body
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: At side of cylinder
MOTOR SUSPENSION: From angle bars projecting at side of body
COOLING: Air and fan
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Dry cells
CARBURETER: Spray, mixing valve
LUBRICATION: Splash and grease cups
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CLUTCH: Band
CHANGE GEAR: Planetary type
SPEEDS: 2 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Foot pedals
DRIVE: Side chain
Albany Run-a-bout, Model 2, 4–6 H. P. Albany Automobile Co., Albany, Ind.
PRICE: $300; with top
BODY: Piano box
SEATS: 2 persons
WEIGHT: 500 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 62 inches
TREAD: 52 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 30 × 1¼ in., solid
TIRES, REAR: 32 × 1¼ in., solid
STEERING: Hand lever or tiller
BRAKES: Foot brake on transmission
SPRINGS: Full elliptic
FRAME: Angle steel
BORE: 4½ in.; STROKE: 4 in.
CYLINDERS: 1, vertical, in front
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: 3 port, side valves
MOTOR SUSPENSION: From side members of frame
COOLING: Water; pump
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Dry battery
CARBURETER: Universal; automatic mixture regulation
LUBRICATION: Sight feed pressure
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
TRANSMISSION: Friction
CHANGE SPEEDS: Slide of friction disk
SPEEDS: 2 to 10 miles and reverse
CHANGE-SPEED CONTROL: Side lever
DRIVE: Center chain on differential sprocket
Albany Run-a-bout, Model 3, 8–10 H.P. Albany Automobile Co., Albany, Ind.
PRICE: $350
BODY: Piano box
SEATS: 2 persons
WEIGHT: 550 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 62 inches
TREAD: 52 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 30 × 1¼ in., solid
TIRES, REAR: 32 × 1¼ in., solid
STEERING: Hand lever or tiller
BRAKES: Foot brake on transmission
SPRINGS: Full elliptic
FRAME: Angle steel
BORE: 4 in.; STROKE: 4¼ in.
CYLINDERS: 2, in front
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: 3 port
MOTOR SUSPENSION: Side members of frame
COOLING: Water; pump
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Dry battery
CARBURETER: Automatic
LUBRICATION: Sight feed pressure
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CHANGE GEAR: Friction type
SPEEDS: 2 to 20 miles and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Sidelever
DRIVE: Center chain
Cosmopolitan, Model B, 5 H.P. D. W. Haydock Automobile Mfg. Co., St. Louis, Mo., U.S.A.
PRICE: $350
BODY: Piano, 60 inches long 28 inches wide
SEATS: 2 to 3 persons
WEIGHT: 500 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 60 inches
TRACK: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: Steel or solid rubber
TIRES, REAR: Steel or solid rubber
STEERING: Wheel, inclined post
BRAKE: On center of transmission disc
SPRINGS: Concord, longitudinal 60 inches long
BORE: 4½ in.; STROKE: 4 in.
CYLINDERS: 1 vertical in front
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: Inlet and exhaust in head
MOTOR SUSPENSION: From front members of frame
COOLING: Air
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Dry battery
CARBURETER: Float-feed
LUBRICATION: Splash
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CLUTCH: Friction discs
SPEEDS: Any number forward up to 25 miles an hour; one reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Side lever
DRIVE: Double side chains on rear wheels
The "Autocycle" Runabout, 6 H.P. Vandegrift Automobile Co., Philadelphia, Pa.
PRICE: $400
BODY: Single seat, undivided
SEATS: 2 persons
WEIGHT: 400 pounds
TIRES, FRONT AND REAR: 28 × 2½ inches
TIRES, SIDE: 24 × 2 inches
STEERING: Wheel
SPRINGS: Double ¼ elliptic, rear
FRAME: Steel channels
BORE: 3¼ in.; STROKE: 3 in.
CYLINDERS: Two
MOTOR SUSPENSION: Under body
COOLING: Air
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Dry cells
CARBURETER: Float-feed
LUBRICATION: Sight feed
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CHANGE SPEED: Friction type
SPEEDS: Up to 45 m.p.h.
DRIVE: Belt
Waltham-Orient, Model B R., 4 H.P. Waltham Mfg. Co., Waltham, Mass.
PRICE: $400
BODY: Runabout
SEATS: 2 persons
WEIGHT: 600 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 80 inches
TREAD: 42 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 26 × 2½ in.
TIRES, REAR: 26 × 2½ in.
STEERING: Tiller
BRAKES: On rear hubs
SPRINGS: Elliptical front and rear
FRAME: Wood
BORE: 3¼ in.; STROKE: 4¼ in.
CYLINDERS: One in back
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: Automatic inlet; mechanical exhaust
MOTOR SUSPENSION: Rear on side members of frame
COOLING: Air
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Dry battery
CARBURETER: Orient
LUBRICATION: Oil pump
MOTOR-CONTROL: Throttle and spark
CLUTCH: Friction
CHANGE GEAR: Friction
SPEEDS: 5 forward, 2 reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Side lever
DRIVE: Friction drive
NOTE: Furnished with 2 cylinder motor for $50 extra.
Waltham-Orient, Model B R., 4 H.P. Waltham Mfg. Co., Waltham, Mass.
PRICE: $425
BODY: Runabout with top
SEATS: 2 persons
WEIGHT: 625 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 80 inches
TREAD: 42 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 26 × 2½ inches
TIRES, REAR: 26 × 2½ inches
STEERING: Tiller
BRAKES: On rear hubs
SPRINGS: Full elliptic front and rear
FRAME: Wood
BORE: 3¼ in.; STROKE: 4¼ in.
CYLINDERS: One in rear
MOTOR SUSPENSION: From side members of frame
COOLING: Air
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Dry batteries
CARBURETER: Orient
LUBRICATION: Oil pump
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CLUTCH: Friction
CHANGE GEAR: Friction
SPEEDS: 5 forward, 2 reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Side lever
DRIVE: Friction
Note: Furnished with 2 cylinder motor for $50 extra.
Hawley, 16 H.P. The Hawley Automobile Co., Ltd., Constantine, Mich.
Maker's illustration not ready—will be published later and of a size suitable for insertion in this space.
PRICE: $450
BODY: Runabout
SEATS: 2 persons
WEIGHT: 1,050 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 84 inches
TREAD: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 28 × 3 inches
TIRES, REAR: 28 × 3 inches
STEERING: Wheel
SPRINGS: Half elliptical
FRAME: Angle iron
BORE: 4¾ in.; STROKE: 4 in.
CYLINDERS: Two, vertical
MOTOR: Two cycle
COOLING: Water, tubular radiator
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLIES: Batteries
TRANSMISSION: Friction disc
DRIVE: Single chain
Postal, Model 2, 12½ H.P. Postal Auto & Engine Co., Bedford, Ind.
PRICE: $450
BODY: Piano box 28 × 70 inches
SEATS: 2 persons
WEIGHT: 900 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 70 inches
TREAD: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 1⅛ inch solid rubber
TIRES, REAR: 1⅛ inch solid rubber
STEERING: Lever
BRAKES: One to transmission emergency to countershaft
SPRINGS: Side springs
FRAME: Angle steel
BORE: 4¼ in.; STROKE: 4 in.
CYLINDERS: 2 opposed
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: Inlet and exhaust in side ports
MOTOR SUSPENSION: Bolted to angle frame
COOLING: Air
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Vibrator, 2 sets batteries, 12 dry cells
CARBURETER: Kingston
LUBRICATION: Automatic system
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CHANGE GEAR: Planetary type
SPEEDS: 2 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Side lever
DRIVE: Steel cable
Waltham-Orient, Model E R., 4 H.P. Waltham Mfg. Co., Waltham, Mass.
PRICE: $475
BODY: Runabout
SEATS: 2 persons
WEIGHT: 650 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 73 inches
TREAD: 42 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 26 × 2½ in.
TIRES, REAR: 26 × 2½ in.
STEERING: Wheel
BRAKES: 2 on rear hubs
SPRINGS: Elliptical front and rear
FRAME: Wood
BORE: 3¼ in.; STROKE: 4¼ in.
CYLINDERS: One in back
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: Automatic inlet; mechanical exhaust
MOTOR SUSPENSION: Rear on side members of frame
COOLING: Air
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Dry battery
CARBURETER: Orient
LUBRICATION: Oil pump
MOTOR-CONTROL: Throttle and spark
CLUTCH: Friction
SPEEDS: 5 forward and 2 reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Side lever
DRIVE: Friction drive
Note: Furnished with 2 cylinder motor for $50 extra.
Federal, Model B, 12 H. P. Federal Automobile Co., Chicago, Ill.
PRICE: $475
BODY: Piano box runabout
SEATS: 2 persons
WEIGHT: 650 pounds
TIRES, FRONT: 36 × 1½ inches
TIRES, REAR: 36 × 1½ inches
STEERING: Wheel
SPRINGS: Full elliptics
CYLINDERS: Double opposed, 2 cycle
MOTOR SUSPENSION: In rear, horizontal under body
COOLING: Air
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Batteries
MOTOR-CONTROL: From steering wheel
CLUTCH: Disc
SPEEDS: Up to 50 m.p.h.
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Wheel on steering column
DRIVE: Shaft
The Postal, Model 1, 12 1–2 H.P. Postal Auto & Engine Co., Bedford, Ind.
PRICE: $475
BODY: Piano box
SEATS: 2 persons
WEIGHT: 900 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 70 inches
TREAD: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 1½ in. solid rubber
TIRES, REAR: 1½ in. solid rubber
STEERING: Lever
BRAKES: On transmission and emergency on countershaft
SPRINGS: Side springs
FRAME: Angle steel
BORE: 4¼ in.; STROKE: 4 in.
CYLINDERS: 2, opposed
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: Inlet and exhaust in side ports
MOTOR SUSPENSION: Bolted to angle frame
COOLING: Air by fan in flywheel and flanges on cylinders
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Vibrator and 2 sets batteries, 12 dry cells
CARBURETER: Kingston
LUBRICATION: Automatic system
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CHANGE GEAR: Planetary type
SPEEDS: 2 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Side lever
DRIVE: Steel cable
Waltham-Orient, Model ET, 4 H.P. Waltham Mfg. Co., Waltham, Mass.
PRICE: $525
BODY: Enclosed tonneau
SEATS: 4 persons
WEIGHT: 750 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 77 inches
TREAD: 42 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 26 × 2½ in.
TIRES, REAR: 26 × 2½ in.
STEERING: Wheel
BRAKES: Double, acting on rear hubs
SPRINGS: Elliptical
FRAME: Wood
BORE: 3¼ in.; STROKE: 4¼ in.
CYLINDERS: Single
MOTOR SUSPENSION: In rear
COOLING: Air
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Dry batteries
CARBURETER: Orient
LUBRICATION: Oil pump
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CLUTCH: Friction
SPEEDS: 5 forward, 2 reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Side lever
DRIVE: Friction
NOTE: Furnished with 2-cylinder motor for $50 extra.
The Jewell, Model C, 8 H.P. Forest City Motor Car Co., Massillon, Ohio
PRICE: $550
BODY: Stanhope
SEATS: 2 persons
WEIGHT: 900 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 60 inches
TREAD: 46 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 28 × 2½ inches
TIRES, REAR: 28 × 2½ inches
STEERING: Tiller
BRAKES: On transmission and rear wheels
SPRINGS: 3, full elliptic
FRAME: Rolled steel
BORE: 4½ in.; STROKE: 4 in.
CYLINDER: One
MOTOR SUSPENSION: Horizontal from frame
COOLING: Water
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Dry cells
CARBURETER: Automatic
LUBRICATION: Automatic
MOTOR-CONTROL: Hand lever
CLUTCH: Multiple disc
CHANGE GEAR: Planetary type
SPEEDS: 2 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Hand lever
DRIVE: Chain
Stanley Runabout, Model A, 20 H.P. Stanley Automobile & Mfg. Co., Mooreland, Ind.
Maker's illustration not ready—will be published later and of a size suitable for insertion in this space.
PRICE: $575
BODY: With detachable tonneau
SEATS: 5 passengers
WEIGHT: 1,000 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 87 inches
TREAD: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 30 × 3 inches
TIRES, REAR: 30 × 3 inches
STEERING: Worm and sector
BRAKES: On transmission and differential
SPRINGS: Full elliptic
FRAME: Angle steel
BORE: 5¼ inches
STROKE: 5½ inches
CYLINDERS: Double opposed
MOTOR SUSPENSION: From side rails
COOLING: Water
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Storage battery
CARBURETER: Automatic
LUBRICATION: Force feed
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CLUTCH: Steel disc, leather face
CHANGE GEAR: Planetary type
SPEEDS: 2 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Side lever
DRIVE: Chain on shaft
Reliable Dayton Runabout. Reliable Dayton Motor Car & Mfg. Co., Chicago, Ill.
PRICE: $600
BODY: Piano box
SEATS: 2 persons
WEIGHT: 650 pounds
TIRES, FRONT: 40 × 1⅛ inches
TIRES, REAR: 44 × 1⅛ inches
STEERING: Lever
BRAKES: Foot brakes on differential
SPRINGS: Long side
FRAME: Steel
BORE: 3½ inches
STROKE: 3½ inches
CYLINDERS: 2 side by side; two cycle
MOTOR SUSPENSION: From frame under body
COOLING: Water
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Dry batteries
CARBURETER: Automatic
LUBRICATION: Automatic sight feed
MOTOR-CONTROL: Throttle
CLUTCH: Cone, leather-faced
CHANGE GEAR: Planetary type
SPEEDS: 2 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Side lever and foot pedal
DRIVE: Chains to rear wheels
Ford, Model N, 15 H.P. Ford Motor Company, Detroit, Mich.
PRICE: $600
BODY: Runabout, semi-individual seats, torpedo back
SEATS: 2 persons
WEIGHT: 1,000 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 84 inches
TREAD: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 28 × 2½ inches
TIRES, REAR: 28 × 2½ inches
STEERING: Ford reduction-gear system; irreversible
BRAKES: 2 sets; band on transmission shaft; internal expanding in rear hubs
SPRINGS: Semi-elliptic cross-springs in front; full elliptic rear
FRAME: Pressed steel
BORE: 3¾ in.; STROKE: 3½ in.
CYLINDERS: 4 vertical in pairs
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: All on left side of motor
MOTOR SUSPENSION: Three-point to front and side frame members
COOLING: Water; cellular radiator
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Batteries
CARBURETER: Automatic
LUBRICATION: Force feed
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CLUTCH: Multiple disc
CHANGE GEAR: Spur, planetary
SPEEDS: 2 forward, one reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: High and low speeds with hand lever, reverse with foot lever
DRIVE: Shaft
"Farmers Auto," Model A, 14 H.P. International Harvester Co., Chicago, Ill.
PRICE: $600
BODY: Wooden body with carrying space in rear
SEATS: 2 persons
CAPACITY: 800 pounds
WEIGHT: 1,600 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 84 inches
TREAD: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 1⅝ × 40 in. (side wire)
TIRES, REAR: 1⅝ × 44 in. (side wire)
STEERING: Wheel
BRAKES: On rear wheels
SPRINGS: All full elliptic
FRAME: Angle sub-frame
BORE: 5 in.; STROKE: 5 in.
CYLINDERS: 2 cylinders opposed
VALVES: Mechanically operated
MOTOR SUSPENSION: Parallel bars of sub-frame
COOLING: Air, double fan
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: 2 sets dry batteries
CARBURETER: Float-feed
LUBRICATION: Mechanical oiler
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CLUTCH: External band
CHANGE GEAR: Positive clutch
SPEEDS: 2 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: One lever
DRIVE: Chain to countershaft and both rear wheels
"Farmers Auto," Model B, 14 H.P. International Harvester Co., Chicago, Ill.
PRICE: $600
BODY: Wooden double seats; rear seat removable
SEATS: 4 persons
WEIGHT: 1,650 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 84 inches
TREAD: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 40 × 1⅝ inches
TIRES, REAR: 44 × 1⅝ inches
STEERING: Wheel
BRAKES: On rear wheels
SPRINGS: All full elliptic
FRAME: Angle steel
BORE: 5 in.; STROKE: 5 in.
CYLINDERS: 2 opposed
VALVES: Mechanically operated
MOTOR SUSPENSION: From sub-frame
COOLING: Air
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: 2 sets dry batteries
CARBURETER: Float-feed
LUBRICATION: Mechanical oiler
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CLUTCH: External band
CHANGE GEAR: Positive clutch
SPEEDS: 2 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Lever
DRIVE: Chain to countershaft and both rear wheels
"Buggyabout," Model B, 12 H.P. Hatfield Motor Vehicle Co., Cortland, N. Y.
PRICE: $600
BODY: Special piano box
SEATS: 2 persons
WEIGHT: 750 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 74 inches
TREAD: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 38 × 1¼ in. cushion
TIRES, REAR: 42 × 1¼ in. cushion
STEERING: Wheel; special patented sprocket chain device
BRAKES: 2 band, and emergency by reversing across friction disc
SPRINGS: Full elliptic
FRAME: Sills of piano box, strengthened by irons
BORE: 4⅛ in.; STROKE: 4 in.
CYLINDERS: 2 opposed, 4 cycle
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: Automatic, cam-operated exhaust
MOTOR SUSPENSION: From sills of body, on angle irons
COOLING: Air-cooled, two fans
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Dry cells
CARBURETER: With automatic mixture regulation
LUBRICATION: Gravity feed
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
SPEEDS: 10 forward, 5 reverse
DRIVE: Friction, and double chain to rear wheels
Federal, Model C, 12–15 H.P. Federal Automobile Co., Chicago, Ill.
PRICE: $600
BODY: Piano box runabout
SEATS: 2 persons
WEIGHT: 800 pounds
TIRES, FRONT: 36 × 1½ inches
TIRES, REAR: 36 × 1½ inches
STEERING: Wheel
SPRINGS: Full elliptical
CYLINDERS: 2 horizontal
MOTOR: 2 cycle
MOTOR SUSPENSION: In rear, under body
COOLING: Air
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Batteries
MOTOR-CONTROL: From steering wheel
CLUTCH: Friction disc
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Wheel on steering column
DRIVE: Shaft
Monarch, Model A, 12–14 H.P. Monarch Motor Car Co., Chicago, Ill.
PRICE: $600
BODY: Piano box
SEATS: 2 persons
WEIGHT: 950 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 76 inches
TREAD: 54 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 28 × 3 inches
TIRES, REAR: 28 × 3 inches
STEERING: Worm and sector
BRAKES: On transmission and rear hubs
SPRINGS: Monarch patent
FRAME: Angle iron
BORE: 4½ in.; STROKE: 4 in.
CYLINDERS: Two horizontal
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: Mechanical
MOTOR SUSPENSION: On lower springs
COOLING: Air by pressure blower
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Storage cells
CARBURETER: Monarch
LUBRICATION: Grease cups
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle mounted at wheel
CHANGE GEAR: Planetary type
SPEEDS: Two forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Side lever
DRIVE: Shaft
The Jewell, Model D, 8 H.P. The Forest City Motor Car Co., Massillon, Ohio
PRICE: $600
BODY: Piano box
SEATS: 2 persons
WEIGHT: 950 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 70 inches
TREAD: 50 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 28 × 3 inches
TIRES, REAR: 28 × 3 inches
STEERING: Wheel irreversible
BRAKES: 2 on wheel and transmission
SPRINGS: 3, full elliptical, 3-point suspension
FRAME: Rolled steel
BORE: 4½ in.; STROKE: 4 in.
CYLINDER: One
MOTOR SUSPENSION: Horizontal
COOLING: Water
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Dry cells
CARBURETER: Jewell
LUBRICATION: Multiple oilers
MOTOR-CONTROL: On steering post
CLUTCH: Multiple disc
CHANGE GEAR: Planetary
SPEEDS: 2 forward and one reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Hand lever
DRIVE: Chain
Reo Runabout, Model B, 8 H.P. Reo Motor Car Co., Lansing, Mich.
PRICE: $650
BODY: Runabout
SEATS: 2 persons
WEIGHT: 1,000 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 78 inches
TREAD: 55 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 28 × 3 inches
TIRES, REAR: 28 × 3 inches
STEERING: Worm and segment
BRAKES: Double-acting hub
SPRINGS: ¾ elliptic, front; full elliptic, rear
FRAME: Angle steel
BORE: 4¾ in.; STROKE: 6 in.
CYLINDER: Single, horizontal
MOTOR SUSPENSION: From main frame
COOLING: Water; tubular radiator
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Dry cells
CARBURETER: Float-feed
LUBRICATION: Sight feed
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CLUTCH: Multiple disc
CHANGE GEAR: Planetary type
SPEEDS: 2 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Side lever
DRIVE: Single chain
Holsman, Model 3, 10 H.P. Holsman Auto Co., Chicago, Ill.
PRICE: $650 (without top)
BODY: Runabout
SEATS: 2 persons
WEIGHT: 845 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 65 inches
TREAD: 56 to 62 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 44 × 1⅛ inches
TIRES, REAR: 48 × 1⅛ inches
STEERING: Lever
BRAKES: On wheel rims
SPRINGS: Side bar
FRAME: Steel
BORE: 4 inches
STROKE: 4 inches
CYLINDERS: Double horizontal opposed
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: Inlets, automatic; exhausts, mechanical
MOTOR SUSPENSION: Under body
COOLING: Air
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Batteries
CARBURETER: Float-feed
LUBRICATION: Force feed
MOTOR-CONTROL: Throttle
SPEEDS: 2 forward and reverse
DRIVE: Steel cable
Oldsmobile, Model "B" Runabout, 7 H.P. Olds Motor Works, Lansing, Mich.
PRICE: $650
BODY: Wood, runabout
SEATS: 2 persons
WEIGHT: 1,100 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 66 inches
TREAD: 55 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 28 × 3 inches
TIRES, REAR: 28 × 3 inches
STEERING: Tiller
BRAKES: 2 sets, on transmission and rear hubs, operated by pedal
FRAME: Angle steel
BORE: 5 in.; STROKE: 6 in.
CYLINDERS: One
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: Both on same side
MOTOR SUSPENSION: Crank case on main frame
COOLING: Water
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Dry cells
CARBURETER: Oldsmobile special
LUBRICATION: Splash
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CLUTCH: Disc
CHANGE GEAR: Planetary type
SPEEDS: 2 forward, 1 reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Side lever
DRIVE: Single chain
Northern, Model A, Runabout, 7 H.P. Northern Motor Car Co., Detroit, Mich.
PRICE: $650
BODY: Runabout
SEATS: 2 persons
WEIGHT: 1,000 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 70 inches
TREAD: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 28 × 3 inches
TIRES, REAR: 28 × 3 inches
STEERING: Lever
BRAKES: On transmission and differential
SPRINGS: Long side
FRAME: Angle steel
BORE: 4¾ in.; STROKE: 6 in.
CYLINDERS: 1, horizontal
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: Inlet and exhaust in side ports
MOTOR SUSPENSION: From end members of frame
COOLING: Water; tubular radiator
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Dry battery
CARBURETER: Northern automatic
LUBRICATION: Gravity sight feed
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CLUTCH: Leather-faced disc
CHANGE GEAR: Planetary type
SPEEDS: 2 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Side lever
DRIVE: Chain
Gale Runabout, Model C–7, 8–10 H.P. Western Tool Works, Galesburg, Ill.
PRICE: $650
BODY: Runabout, undivided seat
SEATS: 2 persons
WEIGHT: 1,100 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 73 inches
TREAD: 54½ inches
TIRES, FRONT: 28 × 3 inches
TIRES, REAR: 28 × 3 inches
STEERING: Worm gear
BRAKES: On rest hubs and transmission
SPRINGS: Full elliptic
FRAME: Angle steel
BORE: 5 in.; STROKE: 6 in.
CYLINDERS: Single, horizontal
VALVES: Mechanically operated
MOTOR SUSPENSION: From frame
COOLING: Water; horizontal tube radiator
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Dry cells
CARBURETER: Float-feed type
LUBRICATION: Gravity feed oiler
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CLUTCH: Cone; metal-to-metal
CHANGE GEAR: Planetary type
SPEEDS: 2 forward; 1 reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Side lever
DRIVE: Single chain
Aurora, Model "A," 14–16 H.P. Aurora Motor Works, North Aurora, Ill.
PRICE: $650
BODY: Runabout body
SEATS: 2 passengers
WEIGHT: 1,000 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 80 inches
TREAD: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 34 × 2 inches
TIRES, REAR: 34 × 2 inches
STEERING: Wheel steer; pinion gear
BRAKES: Rear hub band brakes and transmission brakes
SPRINGS: Half elliptical, front; full elliptical, rear
FRAME: Angle steel
BORE: 4½ in.; STROKE: 4 in.
CYLINDERS: Double opposed horizontal, under hood
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: Inlet and exhaust on opposite sides of motor
MOTOR SUSPENSION: 3 point suspension
COOLING: Water; triangular tube special radiator; thermo-siphon
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Dry batteries
CARBURETER: Holly
LUBRICATION: Automatic force feed
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle on steering column
CLUTCH: Cone
CHANGE GEAR: Planetary transmission
SPEEDS: 2 forward and 1 reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Side lever
DRIVE: Shaft driven
Reo, Model B, 8 H.P. Reo Motor Car Co., Lansing, Michigan.
PRICE: $675
BODY; Runabout; special; rear seat
SEATS: 2–4 passengers
WEIGHT: 1,050 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 78 inches
TREAD: 55 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 28 × 3 inches
TIRES, REAR: 28 × 3 inches
STEERING: Worm and segment
BRAKES: Double-acting hub
SPRINGS: ¾ elliptic front; full elliptic rear
FRAME: Angle steel
BORE: 4¾ in.; STROKE: 6 in.
CYLINDERS: Single horizontal
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: Mechanically operated
MOTOR SUSPENSION: From main frame
COOLING: Tubular radiator
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Dry cells
CARBURETER: Float-feed type
LUBRICATION: Sight feed lubricator
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CLUTCH: Multiple disc
CHANGE GEAR: Planetary
SPEEDS: 2 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Side lever
DRIVE: Single chain
Holsman Runabout, Model 9, 10 H.P. Holsman Automobile Co., Chicago, Ill.
PRICE: $700
BODY: Runabout
SEATS: 2 persons
WEIGHT: 800 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 76 inches
TREAD: 56 to 62 Inches
TIRES, FRONT: 44 × 1¼ in.
TIRES, REAR: 48 × 1⅛ in.
STEERING: Lever
BRAKES: Wheel rims
SPRINGS: Full elliptic
FRAME: Steel
BORE: 4 in.; STROKE: 4 in.
CYLINDERS: 2 horizontal, opposed
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: Inlets, automatic, exhausts, mechanical
MOTOR SUSPENSION: Under body
COOLING: Air
IGNITION: Double jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Batteries
CARBURETER: Float-feed
LUBRICATION: Automatic force feed
MOTOR-CONTROL: Throttle
SPEEDS: 2 forward and reverse
DRIVE: Steel cable
Hawley Touring Car, 16 H.P. The Hawley Automobile Co., Ltd., Constantine, Mich.
Maker's illustration not ready—will be published later and of a size suitable for insertion in this space.
PRICE: $700
BODY: Side entrance detachable tonneau
SEATS: 4 persons
WEIGHT: 1,350 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 96 inches
TREAD: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 30 × 3½ inches
TIRES, REAR: 30 × 3½ inches
STEERING: Wheel
SPRINGS: Half elliptical
FRAME: Angle iron
BORE: 4¾ in.; STROKE: 4 in.
CYLINDERS: Two, vertical
MOTOR: Two cycle
COOLING: Water, tubular radiator
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Batteries
TRANSMISSION: Friction disc
SPEED: 35 m.p.h.
DRIVE: Single chain
Holsman, Model 10, 10 H.P. Holsman Automobile Co., Chicago, Ill.
PRICE: $750
BODY: Runabout
SEATS: 2 persons
WEIGHT: 800 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 76 inches
TREAD: 56 to 62 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 44 × 1⅛ in.
TIRES, REAR: 48 × 1⅛ in.
STEERING: Lever
BRAKES: On wheel rims
SPRINGS: Full elliptic
FRAME: Steel
BORE: 4 in.; STROKE: 4 in.
CYLINDERS: 2 horizontal, opposed
VALVE ARRANGEMENTS: Inlets, automatic, exhausts mechanical
MOTOR SUSPENSION: Under body
COOLING: Air
IGNITION: Double jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Batteries
CARBURETER: Float Feed
LUBRICATION: Automatic force feed
MOTOR-CONTROL: Throttle
SPEEDS: 2 forward and reverse
DRIVE: Steel cable
Cameron Runabout, 16 H.P. Cameron Car Co., Brockton, Mass.
PRICE: $750
BODY: Runabout
SEATS: 2 persons
WEIGHT: 1,000 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 86 inches
TREAD: 54 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 28 × 2½ inches
TIRES, REAR: 28 × 2½ inches
STEERING: Gear and segment
BRAKES: On rear hubs
SPRINGS: ¾ elliptic front, full elliptic rear
FRAME: Oak and steel
BORE 3⅝ in.; STROKE: 3½ in.
CYLINDERS: 4 vertical in front
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: In heads
MOTOR SUSPENSION: Sub-frame
COOLING: Air
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Dry cells
CARBURETER: With automatic mixture regulation
LUBRICATION: Splash system
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CLUTCH: Cone
CHANGE GEAR: Cameron system direct on all speeds
SPEEDS: 3 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Side lever
DRIVE: Shaft
"Buggyabout," Model C, 14 H.P. Hatfield Motor Vehicle Co., Cortland, N. Y.
PRICE: $750
BODY: Piano box convertible to commercial wagon
SEATS: 4 persons
WEIGHT: 900 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 101 inches
TREAD: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 38 × 1½ inches
TIRES, REAR: 42 × 1½ inches
STEERING: Chain and sprocket (patented)
BRAKES: 2 on differential sprockets, 2 emergency
SPRINGS: Full elliptical
FRAME: Wood sill, reinforced by angle iron
BORE: 4½ in.; STROKE: 4 in.
CYLINDERS: 2 opposed
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: Automatic intake; mechanical exhaust
MOTOR SUSPENSION: From sills
COOLING: Air
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Dry cells
CARBURETER: Schebler
LUBRICATION: Gravity feed
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CLUTCH: None
SPEEDS: 3 to 25 miles
DRIVE: Friction drive (patented)
Monarch, Model B, 12–14 H.P. Monarch Motor Car Co., Chicago, Ill.
PRICE: $750
BODY: Stanhope wood panel
SEATS: 2 persons
WEIGHT: 950 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 76 inches
TREAD: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 28 × 3 inches
TIRES, REAR: 28 × 3 inches
STEERING: Worm and sector
BRAKES: On transmission and rear hubs
SPRINGS: Monarch patent suspension
FRAME: Angle iron
BORE: 4½ in.; STROKE: 4 in.
CYLINDERS: 2 horizontal
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: Mechanical
MOTOR SUSPENSION: On lower springs
COOLING: Air pressure from encased fly wheel
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Storage battery
CARBURETER: Monarch
LUBRICATION: Grease cups
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CHANGE GEAR: Planetary type
SPEEDS: 2 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Side lever
DRIVE: Shaft
Holsman Surrey, Model 11, 10 H.P. Holsman Automobile Co., Chicago, Ill.
PRICE: $800 (without top)
BODY: Surrey type
SEATS: 4 persons
WEIGHT: 1,055 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 76 inches
TREAD: 56 to 62 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 44 × 1⅛ inches
TIRES, REAR: 48 × 1⅛ inches
STEERING: Lever
BRAKES: On wheel rims
SPRINGS: Full elliptic
FRAME: Steel
BORE: 4 inches
STROKE: 4 inches
CYLINDERS: Double opposed
MOTOR SUSPENSION: Horizontal under body
COOLING: Air
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Batteries
CARBURETER: Float-feed
LUBRICATION: Force feed
MOTOR-CONTROL: Throttle
SPEEDS: 2 forward and reverse
DRIVE: Steel cable
Cadillac, Model K Runabout, 10 H.P. Cadillac Motor Car Co., Detroit, Mich.
PRICE: $800
BODY: Runabout
SEATS: 2 persons
WHEEL-BASE: 74 inches
TREAD: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 28 × 3 inches
TIRES, REAR: 28 × 3 inches
STEERING: Rack and pinion
BRAKES: On differential
SPRINGS: Semi-elliptical
FRAME: Pressed steel
BORE: 5 inches
STROKE: 5 inches
CYLINDERS: One under body
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: In combustion chamber
MOTOR SUSPENSION: On cross members
COOLING: Water
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Dry cells
CARBURETER: Special Cadillac type
LUBRICATION: Mechanical force feed
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CLUTCH: Friction disc
CHANGE GEAR: Planetary
SPEEDS: 2 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Side lever
DRIVE: Single chain
The Marvel Roadster, 12–14 H.P. Marvel Motor Car Co., Detroit, Mich.
PRICE: $800
BODY: Runabout, individual seats
SEATS: 2 persons
WEIGHT: 1,300 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 84 inches
TREAD: 55 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 30 × 3 inches
TIRES, REAR: 30 × 3 inches
STEERING: Irreversible worm
BRAKES: External hub on rear axle
SPRINGS: Full elliptic
FRAME: Angle steel
CYLINDERS: 2 opposed under hood
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: On upper side
MOTOR SUSPENSION: Horizontal from frame
COOLING: Water; thermo-siphon
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Dry cells
CARBURETER: Float-feed type
LUBRICATION: Automatic
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CLUTCH: Cone, leather face
CHANGE GEAR: Planetary type
SPEEDS: 2 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Side lever
DRIVE: Shaft
Maxwell, Model RS. 14 H.P. Maxwell-Briscoe Motor Co., Tarrytown, N.Y.
PRICE: $825
BODY: Individual divided seat, turtle rear deck
SEATS: 2 persons
WEIGHT: 1,000 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 72 inches
TREAD: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 28 x 3 inches
TIRES, REAR: 28 x 3 inches
STEERING: Rack and pinion
BRAKES: External on rear hubs
SPRINGS: Semi-elliptic
FRAME: Pressed steel
BORE: 4½ in.; STROKE: 4 in.
CYLINDERS: Double opposed
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: On sides
MOTOR SUSPENSION: 3 point
COOLING: Water, thermo-siphon system, honeycomb radiator
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Dry cells
CARBURETER: Float-feed
LUBRICATION: Force feed
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CLUTCH: Multiple disc
CHANGE GEAR: Planetary type
SPEEDS: 2 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Progressive system
DRIVE: Shaft
Maxwell, Model RL, 14 H.P. Maxwell-Briscoe Motor Co., Tarrytown, N.Y.
PRICE: $825
BODY: Single; metal body
SEATS: 2 persons
WEIGHT: 1,000 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 72 inches
TREAD: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 28 × 3 inches
TIRES, REAR: 28 × 3 inches
STEERING: Rack and pinion
BRAKES: External on rear hubs
SPRINGS: Semi-elliptic
FRAME: Pressed steel
BORE: 4½ in.; STROKE: 4 in.
CYLINDERS: Double opposed
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: On sides
MOTOR SUSPENSION: 3 point
COOLING: Water, thermo-siphon system, honeycomb radiator
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Dry cells
CARBURETER: Float-feed
LUBRICATION: Force feed
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CLUTCH: Multiple disc
CHANGE GEAR: Planetary type
SPEEDS: 2 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Progressive system; side lever
DRIVE: Shaft
Monarch, Model C, 12–14 H.P. Monarch Motor Car Co., Chicago, Ill.
PRICE: $850
BODY: Queen Victoria
SEATS: 2 persons
WEIGHT: 1,000 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 78 inches
TREAD: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 28 × 3 inches
TIRES, REAR: 28 × 3 inches
STEERING: Worm and sector
BRAKES: On transmission and rear hubs
SPRINGS: Monarch patent suspension
FRAME: Angle iron
BORE: 4½ in.; STROKE: 4 in.
CYLINDERS: 2 horizontal
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: Mechanical
MOTOR SUSPENSION: On lower springs
COOLING: Air pressure from encased fly wheel
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Storage battery
CARBURETER: Monarch
LUBRICATION: Grease cups
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CHANGE GEAR: Planetary transmission
SPEEDS: 2 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Side lever
DRIVE: Shaft
Monarch, Model E, 12–14 H.P. Monarch Motor Car Co., Chicago, Ill.
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PRICE: $900
BODY: Wood
SEATS: 2 individual
WEIGHT: 1,000 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 88 inches
TREAD: 54 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 3 inches
TIRES, REAR: 3 inches
STEERING: Worm and sector
BRAKES: On transmission and rear hubs
SPRINGS: Semi-elliptic
FRAME: Armored wood
BORE: 4½ in.; STROKE: 4 in.
CYLINDERS: Two
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: Mechanical
MOTOR SUSPENSION: Under hood
COOLING: Air
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Storage cells
CARBURETER: Schebler
LUBRICATION: Grease cups
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CHANGE GEAR: Planetary transmission
SPEEDS: 2 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Hand lever
DRIVE: Shaft
Rambler, Model 27, 14–16 H.P. Thos. B. Jeffery & Co., Kenosha, Wisconsin.
PRICE: $950
BODY: Runabout, torpedo back
SEATS: 2 persons
WEIGHT: 1,500 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 90 inches
TREAD: 56½ inches
TIRES, FRONT: 30 × 3½ inches
TIRES, REAR: 30 × 3½ inches
STEERING: Screw and nut
BRAKES: On transmission and rear hub
SPRINGS: Semi-elliptic front, full elliptic rear
FRAME: Pressed steel throughout
BORE: 4½ in.; STROKE: 5 in.
CYLINDERS: Double opposed
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: In side extension of combustion chamber
MOTOR SUSPENSION: 3 point, from 2 cross members and right side of frame
COOLING: Water, flat tube radiator, thermo-siphon system
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Dry or storage battery
CARBURETER: Float-feed, automatic air control
LUBRICATION: Sight feed oiler; pressure feed
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CLUTCH: Multiple disc
CHANGE GEAR: Planetary
SPEEDS: 2 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Side lever for forward speeds, pedal for reverse
DRIVE: Single chain
Cadillac, Model M, 10 H.P. Cadillac Motor Car Co., Detroit, Mich.
PRICE: $950
BODY: Victoria type. Side entrance tonneau
SEATS: 4 persons
WHEEL-BASE: 76 inches
TREAD: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 30 × 3½ inches
TIRES, REAR: 30 × 3½ inches
STEERING: Rack and pinion
BRAKES: On differential
SPRINGS: Semi-elliptical
FRAME: Pressed steel
BORE: 5 inches
STROKE: 5 inches
CYLINDERS: One under body
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: In combustion chamber
MOTOR SUSPENSION: On cross members
COOLING: Water
IGNITION: Jump snark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Dry Cells
CARBURETER: Special Cadillac type
LUBRICATION: Force feed
MOTOR-CONTROL: Throttle and spark
CLUTCH: Flat disc
CHANGE GEAR: Planetary
SPEEDS: Two forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Side lever
DRIVE: Chain
Cadillac, Model M, 10 H.P. Cadillac Motor Car Co., Detroit, Mich.
PRICE: $950
BODY: Side entrance tonneau
SEATS: 4 persons
WHEEL-BASE: 76 inches
TREAD: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 30 × 3½ inches
TIRES, REAR: 30 × 3½ inches
STEERING: Rack and pinion
BRAKES: On differential
SPRINGS: Semi-elliptical
FRAME: Pressed steel
BORE: 5 inches
STROKE: 5 inches
CYLINDERS: One under body
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: In combustion chamber
MOTOR SUSPENSION: On cross members
COOLING: Water
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Dry cells
CARBURETER: Special Cadillac type
LUBRICATION: Mechanical force feed
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CLUTCH: Friction disc
CHANGE GEAR: Planetary
SPEEDS: 2 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Side lever
DRIVE: Single chain
Luverne Surrey, 20 H.P. Luverne Automobile Co., Luverne, Minn.
PRICE: $950
BODY: Side entrance, one or two seats
SEATS: Two or four persons
WEIGHT: 1,600 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 78 inches
TREAD: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 34 × 2 inches solid
TIRES, REAR: 34 × 2 inches solid
STEERING: Worm and sector
BRAKES: On differential
SPRINGS: Semi-elliptic
FRAME: Angle steel
BORE: 5 in.; STROKE: 5 in.
CYLINDERS: Two, opposed, under body
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: In head, mechanically operated
MOTOR SUSPENSION: Channel cross members
COOLING: Water through gear pump, and coil radiator
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Dry batteries
CARBURETER: Schebler automatic
LUBRICATION: Force feed oiler
MOTOR-CONTROL: Throttle and spark on steering wheel
CLUTCH: Tapered metal
CHANGE GEAR: Planetary type
SPEEDS: Two speeds forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Foot pedals and hand lever
DRIVE: Single chain
Leader Runabout, Model B, 16 H.P. Columbia Electric Co., Knightstown, Ind.
PRICE: $975
BODY: Divided front seat; deck
SEATS: 2 persons
WEIGHT: 1,200 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 84 inches
TREAD: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 30 × 3½ inches
TIRES, REAR: 30 × 3½ inches
STEERING: Worm and sector
BRAKES: On double band on rear axle
SPRINGS: Full elliptic
FRAME: Angle steel
BORE: 4⅝ in.; STROKE: 4½ in.
CYLINDERS: Two
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: Mechanical
MOTOR SUSPENSION: Center sub-frame
COOLING: Water; flat tube radiator
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Dry cells
CARBURETER: Schebler
LUBRICATION: Pressure, 6 feed oiler
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CLUTCH: Cone disc
CHANGE GEAR: Planetary type
SPEEDS: Two forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Side lever, low and high, reverse on pedal
DRIVE: Center chain