Beschreibung
Thu, 20th Oct 2022 13:00
Imperial War Museum, Duxford
1914 Ford Model T Tourer
No Reserve
Lot details
Registration No: BN 1661
Chassis No: 80801
MOT: Exempt
- Entered from a private collection
- Desirable 'Brass Era' example
- Used for a variety of tours and events
With the introduction of a moving assembly line in 1913, Henry Ford famously turned his Model T into the world's first mass made car. A year later, Model Ts represented 56% of all automobile manufacturers in the USA at 308, 162 units. However, it was not just the sheer volume of Model Ts rolling off the production line that motorised America, it was the inherent quality of the design. Launched in 1908, the T's chassis and mechanical components were made from exceptionally durable, high-grade vanadium steel. The Ford also featured a compact 2890cc, side-valve, four-cylinder engine that pioneered the use of a detachable cylinder head. Developing 23hp at a leisurely 1, 600rpm and 80lbft of torque, it was mounted in unit with the clutch and two-speed epicyclic gearbox assembly. Top speed was limited to around 45mph depending upon bodywork, whiles brakes operated on both the transmission and the rear wheels. With a 100" wheelbase, 10" ground clearance and transverse leaf-sprung suspension, the T was perfectly adapted to unmade roads.
A well-known car, ‘BN 1661’ has been enjoyed on numerous events throughout the UK and Europe with its most recent outing being the Model T Ford Register of Great Britain’s Irish Tour of Wexford & Cork from July 6th – 12th 2022. Suitably uprated, the four-seater boasts a modern starter motor, alternator, improved brakes and a Warford gearbox (the latter enhancing its cruising capabilities). Riding on solid wheels and said to be ‘ready to go’, it is offered for sale with a V5C Registration Document showing six former keepers. Ford transitioned from brass to painted radiator cars with the former being particularly prized by enthusiasts and collectors.
