£124.6k (Est: £166.8k - £250.2k)
1916 Simplex-Crane Model 5 Double Phaéton
Artcurial • France • 7 Feb 2025
Market Position:
Upper Mid-Market
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£124,564 (Est: £166,830 - £250,245)
1916 Simplex-Crane Model 5 Double Phaéton
France • 7 Feb 2025
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This is a rare 1915 Simplex-Crane Model 5, one of only 472 produced, boasting a powerful 9.25-liter 6-cylinder engine. It features a sporty double-phaeton body, a high-quality restoration, and recent mechanical work, including an engine rebuild. The car won "Best of Show" at a prestigious event in 2023 and is ready for the road or concours events.
Condition
8
The car has undergone a high-quality restoration and has had recent mechanical work. It received a "Best of Show" award in 2023, indicating excellent condition. The description notes smooth functioning and ease of starting, with a potential top speed of over 120 km/h.
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Manual
RHD
France
2344
1916
Auction
£124.6k (Est: £166.8k - £250.2k)
1916 Simplex-Crane Model 5 Double Phaéton
Artcurial • France • 7 Feb 2025
Market Position:
Upper Mid-Market
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Description
French titleChassis No 2344
Engine No 2321- Exceptional refinement of the brand - 6-cylinder, 9.25L and 110 hp! - Quality restoration, many recent works - No reserve It was in 1909 that Henry M.
Crane, an engineer renowned for his mechanical achievements (particularly for racing boats), founded the Crane Motor Company.
His creations were intended for the wealthiest individuals (Roosevelt, Rockefeller, Vanderbilt, etc.): The Model 3 was known as the most expensive model in the United States. It was fitted with an amazing 6-cylinder inline engine designed by Henry Crane.
At the end of 1914, the brand was acquired by Simplex in order to benefit from Crane’s technical innovations; the Simplex-Crane Model 5 was launched in 1915, powered by an improved version of the 9.25-litre Crane 6-cylinder engine developing 110 hp! With its 4-speed gearbox, hydraulic shock absorbers, dual ignition, lighting and electric start as well as many other refinements, the Model 5 was produced in only 472 ...
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£77,595
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£124,564
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£613,370
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