Highlights

Well-regarded brass Era Edwardian Allen tourer
Believed to be one of only two examples in the UK
Fewer than 15 Allen motor cars are thought to survive worldwide
Presented in what appears to be very original condition
Imported to the UK in 2022 and correctly registered with a current V5C

The Appeal

From 1913, Ohio’s Allen Motors offered one of the last cars of the glorious Brass Era. More powerful, more comfortable, and with a conventional sliding-gear three-speed transmission than the Model T, the firm’s cars had a loyal following when new. Sales were ultimately stymied by the cut-price Ford and the 1920s Depression, meaning that today any Allen is exceptionally rare.

This 1917 tourer is believed to be one of only 15 left worldwide, of which we are told just two remain in the UK. As an alternative to the Tin Lizzie, it’s therefore much rarer and, perhaps, more interesting too. It is finished in black with black buttoned leather and reported to be very original. It has been UK-registered since 2022.

Power comes from the big 3,600cc Sommers four-cylinder engine, which we are told runs and drives, and benefits from a recently fitted new cone clutch which is working correctly. Eligible for a wide variety of veteran and vintage events across numerous clubs, this is a rare opportunity to acquire an intriguing and highly uncommon piece of American automotive heritage.

Key Information

Mileage: not known
Country of registration: United Kingdom (imported in 2022)
Technical inspection status: exempt
Technical specs: 3,600cc Sommers four-cylinder petrol engine, three-speed manual gearbox, left-hand drive
Paperwork: current UK V5C

The Detail

Runs, drives, starts and stops as expected, we are told
Black paintwork said to be original and therefore showing some age
Black folding vinyl roof in good working order
Wood-rimmed wheels with vintage tyres
Buttoned black leather tourer interior with timber veneer dashboard and vintage gauges
New cone clutch recently fitted and reported to be working correctly
Eligible for events with a variety of veteran and vintage car clubs

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