In the early 20th century, Americans in the market for a luxury automobile turned to the “Three Ps”: Peerless, Packard, and of course Pierce-Arrow. By 1904, founder George M. Pierce had turned to gasoline-powered cars and launched his four-cylinder Great Arrow, which gained fame by winning the inaugural Glidden Tour. This model served as the foundation for Pierce production until 1907, when a new six-cylinder engine was introduced.

In 1910, Pierce-Arrow offered three distinct models using the six-cylinder engine: the 36, 48, and 66. The Model 48 served as the mid-sized model and the five-passenger touring example offered here is one of few surviving examples of this most desirable, sporting body style. Its curvaceous cast-aluminum body is finished in Brewster Green with black fenders, and the interior follows suit with matching green floorboards and black-tufted leather.

Joining the esteemed collection of Matt and Barbara Browning in 1979, the car remained in their care until its acquisition by Stan Lucas in 2000. It presents well today, wearing an older restoration, and is fitted with a multitude of original components, including its horns and gauge cluster. At some point, it was upgraded with front-wheel drum brakes.

Renowned for their quality, Pierce-Arrows are a must-have for any enthusiast of early American automobiles.