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£28,200
1909 FRANKLIN MODEL G RUNABOUT
Christies • United States • 4 Jul 2002
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1909 Franklin Model G Runabout, Chassis No. 7553G, features a black and red exterior with a red leather interior. It boasts an air-cooled, four-cylinder engine and is believed to have been part of the Harrah Collection until 1985, adding to its provenance.

Condition
6
The car is described as an older restoration that has mellowed slightly, and is in presentable overall condition. The black canvas top has a slight tear. It has been kept in storage for some time, but is reported to be in running order prior to the sale.
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Transmission:
Manual
Chassis No:
7553G
Odometer:
[Odometer Reading]
Reg Number:
[Reg Number]
RHD/LHD:
RHD
1909 FRANKLIN MODEL G RUNABOUT
Chassis No.
7553G
Black and red with red leather interior
Engine: air-cooled, four cylinders in line, sidevalve, 2300cc, 18hp; Gearbox: manual three-speed, shaft-drive to rear axle; Suspension: full elliptic leaf springs front and rear.
Right hand drive.
From its inception in 1902, the Franklin automobile's success was based on innovation and quality, notably in its unique adherence to air cooled engines throughout its history and its use of technically advanced light alloys in the construction of cylinder heads, blocks and pistons.
Other distinctive characteristics were its timber chassis frame and the supple ride imparted by full elliptic road springs.
The Model G of 1909 had the smallest displacement engine in the Franklin range, but there was power enough to handle quite elaborate bodies and, with light confections such as this Runabout to carry, its performance was sparkling.
The example on offer here is believed to have been part of the p...
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