Single cylinder, 106 by 120 mm, 3-Speed manual Front semi-elliptic leaf springs, rear semi-elliptic leaf springs with transverse leaf spring 2-Wheel rear external contracting band Right hand drive *Rare example of singular model *Recipient of comprehensive restoration *Offered from an esteemed private collection De Dion Bouton The foundation of the automobile was laid by Comte Andre De Dion.

Starting out in partnership with George Bouton and Charles Trépardoux they first built steam-powered small boats, then turned their attention to road vehicles.

De Dion soon became convinced of the potential for internal combustion engines to surpass steam in power, weight and portability.

Trépardoux did not share his conviction and his name disappears from the company in 1894.

It was at this point that Establissements De Dion-Bouton S.A.

turned its attention solely to internal combustion engines, initially creating a 137cc single cylinder engine which, through one simple innovation, made the s...