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1917 American LaFrance Torpedo Speedster Conversion

United States • 3 Mar 2025

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AI Listing Summary

This is a 1917 American LaFrance Torpedo Speedster Conversion. It features a large 14.5L inline-six engine, a custom four-seat touring body, and a unique chain-drive rear axle. Recent work includes a repaint and interior refresh, though some mechanical issues and tire wear are noted.

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Condition 

6

The car has been modified and restored. The description mentions a repaint, re-upholstery, and some mechanical work. However, there's also mention of coolant leakage and dry rotting tires, pushing the rating down a bit.

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Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

1551

Odometer:

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Reg Number:

[Reg Number]

RHD/LHD:

RHD

TMU 14.5-liter T-Head Inline-Six Dual-Plug Magneto & Coil Ignition Three-Speed Manual Transmission Chain-Drive Rear Axle Custom Four-Seat Touring Body Black Paint Green Leather Upholstery Body-Color Wire Wheels Rear Drum Brakes
This 1917 American LaFrance is said to have departed the factory on June 16, 1917, for delivery to the fire department of Dunn, North Carolina.

The vehicle was later imported to the UK, where it underwent a refurbishment in Hampshire by Richard Skinner of Tudor Wheels and his father that included shortening and lightening of the chassis and the fabrication of four-seat touring coachwork.

In the 2010s the car was imported to the US, where it received a repaint in its current shade of black.

Power is provided by a 14.5L T-head inline-six that features a single updraft carburetor and dual-spark ignition fed by a magneto and a coil.

The rear wheels are driven via a remote-mounted three-speed manual gearbox and a chain-drive rear axle.

The car also features rear...

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£44,891

Lowest Price (Since 2020)

£47,758

Median Price (Since 2020)

£50,625

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