One of just six known survivors of this endearing and innovative Brass Era runabout. Well-suited for Horseless Carriage Club events.
This delightful Autocar Type X runabout is one of approximately six known surviving examples of the 713 Autocars constructed in 1906. It is an honest and attractive car, restored in a cheerful apple green and straw-yellow livery. The body is constructed mainly of wood, including the graceful steam-bent fenders. The hood is steel, and the paintwork is in good condition overall with consistent finish quality all around. Era-appropriate brass fittings include a pair of “Neverout” cowl lamps, with a single “Stay-Lit” tail light and various bits of hardware that collectively show a slight patina to the finish and appear well-maintained. It rides on wood-spoke wheels finished in contrasting straw yellow, which is repeated on the body’s coach stripes.
Driver and passenger sit atop a leather button-tufted bench, with weather protection provided by a black vinyl buggy top. The unique steering wheel features clever twist-controls for spark and throttle; an unusual alternative to the traditional hub-mounted levers, and an interesting glimpse of the type of creative thinking that fueled the automotive industry at the time………………………
