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1925 Locomobile Model 48 Sportif
Bonhams • US • 6 Oct 2014
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1925 Locomobile Model 48 Sportif
US • 6 Oct 2014
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AI Listing Summary
This 1925 Locomobile Model 48 Sportif is a rare, largely original survivor, boasting J. Frank de Causse's elegant 'Sportif' tourer design. Having been carefully maintained and recently serviced, including a rebuilt radiator and fuel system, it presents a usable classic ideal for collectors appreciating its quality and performance.
Condition
7
This 1925 Locomobile Model 48 Sportif is presented as a largely original example that has been sympathetically preserved. It benefits from continuous improvements made to the model, particularly the braking and electrical systems. While it has received cosmetic and mechanical maintenance, it does not appear to have undergone a full restoration, suggesting some wear consistent with its age.
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Manual
LHD
United States
19139
1925
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1925 Locomobile Model 48 Sportif
Bonhams • US • 6 Oct 2014
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Description
525ci Side-Valve Inline 6-Cylinder
Engine Single Carburetor 103hp 4-Speed Manual Transmission Front Semi-Elliptic Leaf Springs, Three Quarter Elliptic Rear Springs with Floating Rear Axle 4-Wheel Drum Brakes *Formerly in the Richard C.
Paine, Jr.
Collection *One of the most exclusive and expensive cars of its day *Highly advanced technical specification *Recently sorted and serviced *Largely original example of one of America's finest motorcars The Locomobile Model 48 Sportif Locomobile, like most other manufacturers, stumbled in the early Twenties, hit by both the post-WWI recession and the glut of military trucks which came on the market after the war, decimating sales of its Riker truck line.
It fell into the hands of Hare's Motors and when that grandiose house of cards collapsed, it was acquired by Billy Durant, determined to create a competitor to General Motors which had been wrested from his control by the banks.
The victim of inspired mismanagement and manipulation, Locomo...
Price Analysis vs Other Model 48s
£29,364
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£89,376
Median Price (Since 2020)
£128,253
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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