Highlights
- Beautifully detailed Maxwell with many original features
- Mechanically sound example that runs and drives well
- Rare and robust four-seat tourer in good condition
The Appeal
Maxwell may be a motoring footnote today, but in the early 1910s, the firm founded with J P Morgan finance was selling 20,000 cars a year and nipping at the heels of Ford and Buick. Sales were propelled by a series of PR stunts designed to emphasise the marque’s durability, in particular its 4cyl 4.6-litre engine.
This Special Tourer is a reminder of what might have been had debt, mismanagement and competition not intervened. It was built in 1912 and is finished in dark green with a black leather interior. Throughout there are an array of original details, most notably the brass Maxwell-branded fittings. It arrived here in 2013 and has had just two UK keepers.
The vendor tells us that it is mechanically sound and that it runs and drives well. It is theoretically eligible for a wide range of historic motoring events. Or just enjoy a distinctive and interesting alternative to the more common vintage marques.
History and Paperwork
- First registered in 1912
- First UK registered November 2013
- Two UK keepers since arrival
- VIN number 1597130
- Dry stored and covered during current ownership
The Condition
- Attractive and well-kept bodywork with dark green paintwork
- Paintwork shows some patination as can be seen in photos
- Lacquer is cracking in places
- Slight dent to the near-side front wing
- Smart brass fittings appear to be original
- Large folding black fabric roof in good working condition
- Sits on dark green wooden wheels with cream tyres
- Underside as shown in photos
- Black buttoned leather four-seat, four-door cabin layout
- Vendor states that the cabin is original but this is not confirmed
The Mechanics
- 4.6-litre 4cyl engine capacity
- Three-speed manual transmission
- Runs and drives well according to the vendor
- Magneto and coil currently removed
- Odometer is inoperative we are told
- The vendor states the vehicle is mechanically sound
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