Lot 98

c. 1903 Oldsmobile Model R 'Curved Dash' Runabout

SOLD $42,560

Estimate

$40,000 - $50,000| Without Reserve

Engine

17387

Car Highlights

Charming Example of Oldsmobile’s Iconic “Curved Dash”

Eligible for the Annual London to Brighton Veteran Car Run

America’s Best-Selling Automobile from 1902 to 1905

Technical Specs

95.4 CID L-Head Single-Cylinder Engine

5 HP at 600 RPM

2-Speed Manual Planetary Transmission with Single-Chain Drive

Saleroom Addendum

Please note that new information has come to light regarding the history of this vehicle. According to correspondence on file, it was discovered in well-worn but predominantly complete order by its previous owner, Mike Simpson of Hood, California. In March 1968, he acquired it from Foulks Motor Company, a longtime Oldsmobile dealer in Sacramento, California, per the Bill of Sale on file. Mr. Simpson was responsible for its restoration, which included the fitting of a new body built by Vic Groah. Nearing completion in 2004, he sold the car to Stan Lucas, who fitted the fenders but never had a seat made. Additionally, the vehicle appears to have characteristics consistent with a 1903 Model R. The correspondence and Bill of Sale are available for review in the vehicle's history file or by contacting a specialist. Please also note that a new title has recently been processed and should be available shortly following the auction. Please note that this vehicle will be titled by its engine number.

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