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£19,997
1908 Franklin Model G Touring
United States • 29 Apr 2023
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AI Listing Summary
This 1908 Franklin Model G Touring car features a 143.1 ci, inline 4-cylinder air-cooled engine (likely a later 1909/10 replacement). It has been refurbished aesthetically with fresh paint and interior, but requires mechanical work. It was previously owned by collectors in California.
Condition
6
The car is described as complete and honest, having been refurbished in a basic manner for aesthetic presentation rather than technical restoration. The paintwork and interior trim are relatively fresh, but mechanical refreshing is needed. This suggests a condition where the car is presentable but requires mechanical attention, placing it in the 'Good' to 'Above Average' range.
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Transmission:
Manual
Chassis No:
5052G
Odometer:
[Odometer Reading]
Reg Number:
[Reg Number]
RHD/LHD:
RHD
143.1 ci, Pushrod Overhead Valve Inline 4-Cylinder Air-cooled Engine (likely 1909/10) Single Carburetor Approximately 22hp 3-Speed Manual Transmission Fully Elliptic Leaf Suspension 2-Wheel Rear Drum and Transmission Brake *Early 'barrel nose' Franklin touring car *A way to experience Franklin's alterative approach to the automobile *Formerly in long term California ownerships THE FRANKLIN MODEL G For the early part of the Franklin story please refer to Lot 512 .
After its debut with a transversely mounted four-cylinder in 1902, 1905 would prove to be a transitional year as the Franklin's engine moved up front under the barrel-shaped hood with a front-mounted fan to supply cooling air to the finned individual cylinders.
Wilkinson was a fervent believer in the virtues of light weight and simplicity, a belief reflected in his decision to reject the added components and complexity of water cooling.
He kept experimenting and adding features as soon as they demonstrated their practicalit...
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£10,547
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£26,026
Median Price (Since 2020)
£64,978
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