2-Cylinder Double-Acting Steam Engine Approximately 25bhp Chain-Driven Rear Differential 4-Wheel Leaf Spring Suspension 2-Wheel Mechanical Brakes *Restored to rare K Semi-Racer specification *A fine example of a sporting Stanley steamer *Fitted with a later Model 740 motor and a new boiler *A standout on Brass-era tours *Presented in original color scheme THE STANLEY MODEL K At the turn of the 20th century, steam cars looked like the most promising technology for the new-fangled horseless carriage industry.

Clean, virtually silent, and relatively easy to operate once they warmed up, all it took was a little patience, and access to a water supply.

Until the evolution of the gasoline engine and electric starting made steam obsolete, even with the invention of the flash boiler - which almost eliminated slow startups - a broad range of steam car manufacturers vied for the public's dollars and attention.

Certainly the best known, if not the most common steamers, came from the Massachuset...