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1912 SPEEDWELL 12-J 50HP SPEED CAR Chassis no. 3003 Engine no. L2501
United States • 15 Aug 2014
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This 1912 Speedwell Speed Car, the sole survivor of its kind, boasts a rich history, having been part of collections of James Melton, Winthrop Rockefeller, and William Harrah. Fully restored in 1999, it features a 442ci engine, is well-documented, and presents in magnificent condition, making it an excellent brass-era sports car for tours and driving events.
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The car underwent a full restoration completed in 1999 by a respected Brass-era specialist, Allan Schmidt. It presents in magnificent condition today, indicating meticulous attention to detail and high-quality workmanship. The car has been part of several noted collections, further attesting to its well-maintained and prized status.
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442ci T-Head Inline 4-Cylinder Engine Single Carburetor 50bhp 3-Speed Manual Transmission 4-Wheel Leaf Spring Suspension Mechanical Rear Drum Brakes – Separate Hand and Pedal Operated Shoes *Original coachwork and the sole surviving Speedwell Speed Car *Formerly part of the collections of James Melton, Winthrop Rockefeller, Dr.
Samuel Scher and William "Bill" Harrah *Documented history and provenance with a series of highly respected collectors *Excellent brass-era sports car for tours and driving events *Finely and sympathetically restored THE SPEEDWELL The Speedwell of Dayton, Ohio was the product of Pierce D.
Schneck, a Dayton native who employed the engineering talents of Gilbert J.
Loomis to design a sporty and reliable automobile.
Initially flirting with assembled cars powered by Ruentenberg motors, by 1909 a Speedwell-built four-cylinder engine would be introduced and that powerplant would cement the brand's reputation.
Known for quality construction and sound engineering, ...
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