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1902 Oldsmobile Model R 'Curved Dash' 4½HP Runabout London to Brighton run eligible runabout that was previously part of the Ward Brothers' collection

United Kingdom • 9 Oct 2024

Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This 1902 Curved Dash Oldsmobile, chassis 6966, was reportedly delivered new to a New York City resident, later imported to the UK. The Veteran Car Club dated and DVLA registered vehicle has been recently fettled, fitted with a new carburettor and fuel tank, and is ready for events like the London to Brighton Run, offered with relevant documentation.

Condition

6

The car is described as having a pleasing patina and running 'very well indeed', indicating it's been well-maintained for its age. While repainted some years ago, it shows wear consistent with its history, suggesting a condition between 'Very Good' and 'Good'. Recent fettling and upgrades also contribute positively.

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Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

6966

Odometer:

[Odometer Reading]

Reg Number:

BS 8718

RHD/LHD:

[RHD/LHD]

Named after its distinctively shaped footboard, the 'Curved Dash' Oldsmobile was introduced in 1901.

Featuring a water pump, trembler coil ignition and overhead valves, its advanced rear-mounted single-cylinder engine was allied to two-speed planetary transmission.

Displacing some 1.6 litres (later 1.9 litres), the eager powerplant was reputed to develop 4½ horsepower at 500rpm and to emit one chug per telegraph pole.

Designed to negotiate unmade roads, the Oldsmobile's sturdy yet lightweight chassis featured so-called 'Concorde' leaf springs and tiller steering.

While the two brakes provided acted on the transmission and differential respectively.

Over 11,000 of the three Curved Dash models ('R', '6C' and 'B') were completed before production ceased in 1907, making it the first volume produced American automobile.

Reputedly supplied new to a New York City resident in 1902, chassis 6966 remained Stateside until being imported to the UK by renowned Veteran car collectors Daniel an...