£674.3k
1914 Simplex 50HP "Speedcar"
Bonhams • US • 7 Mar 2019
Market Position:
Mid-Market
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£674,331
1914 Simplex 50HP "Speedcar"
US • 7 Mar 2019
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1914 Simplex 50HP "Speedcar" is a notable example of early American luxury and performance. It features a robust 597ci T-head inline 4-cylinder engine, a 4-speed manual transmission, and a custom speed car body built to a Holbrook design, with a known history since 1943 and owned by prominent collectors.
Condition
7
The car is described as having a well-preserved, quality restoration. The paint and interior are in good condition, and the car is reported to be exceptionally powerful and nimble. However, the restoration is not original, so it cannot be rated as pristine.
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Manual
LHD
United States
A25059
1914
Auction
£674.3k
1914 Simplex 50HP "Speedcar"
Bonhams • US • 7 Mar 2019
Market Position:
Mid-Market
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Description
Price Analysis vs Other 50hps
£433,232
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£2,188,955
Median Price (Since 2020)
£4,028,854
Highest Price (Since 2020)
World Record
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Mid-Market
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Average Price
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Rare Sale
This vehicle comes to market rarely. In auction records we've only seen 8 sold before
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Auction House Headquarters
Bonhams
101 New Bond Street, London, Greater London, W1S 1SR, England
Operating from London, Bonhams is a physical auction house handling classic, historic competition, and collector cars. They conduct live auctions globally, offering vehicle consignment, appraisal, and valuation services.
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