IMPORTED GASOLINE PLEASURE CARS COSTING FROM $5,000 TO $6,499.
Clement-Bayard, 24 H.P. Sidney B. Bowman Auto Co., New York
- PRICE: $5,000
- BODY: New "convex" touring type
- SEATS: 5 regularly
- WHEEL-BASE: 115 inches
- TREAD: 56 inches
- TIRES, FRONT: 870 × 90 mm.
- TIRES, REAR: 875 × 105 mm.
- STEERING: Nut and screw type
- BRAKES: Internal expanding
- SPRINGS: Semi-elliptical, front; platform type, rear
- FRAME: Pressed steel
- CYLINDERS: 4, cast separate
- VALVE ARRANGEMENT: Opposite sides
- MOTOR SUSPENSION: Supplementary frame
- COOLING: Water; honeycomb radiator
- IGNITION: Double jump spark
- CURRENT SUPPLY: Magneto and battery
- CARBURETER: Clement compensating air control
- LUBRICATION: Pressure feed
- MOTOR-CONTROL: By throttle
- CLUTCH: Clement disc type
- CHANGE GEAR: Sliding type
- SPEEDS: 4 forward and 1 reverse
- CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: By side lever
- DRIVE: Shaft
Bianchi, 20–30 H.P. Percy Owen, Inc., New York
- PRICE: $5,000 (chassis)
- BODY: To order
- SEATS: 2 to 7 persons
- WEIGHT: 1,800 pounds (chassis)
- WHEEL-BASE: 120 inches
- TREAD: 55 inches
- TIRES, FRONT: 875 × 105 mm.
- TIRES, REAR: 875 × 105 mm.
- STEERING: Worm and gear
- BRAKES: On transmission, countershaft and rear hubs
- SPRINGS: Semi-elliptic
- FRAME: Pressed steel
- BORE: 110 mm.; STROKE: 130 mm.
- CYLINDERS: 4 vertical, in pairs
- VALVE ARRANGEMENT: Opposite sides
- MOTOR SUSPENSION: From main frame
- COOLING: Water; honeycomb radiator
- IGNITION: Make-and-break
- CURRENT SUPPLY: Simms-Bosch magneto
- CARBURETER: Automatic
- LUBRICATION: Force feed
- MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
- CLUTCH: Multiple disc
- CHANGE GEAR: Sliding type
- SPEEDS: 4 forward and reverse
- CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Selective system
- DRIVE: Side chains
Isotta Fraschini, 22 H.P. Smith & Mabley, Inc., New York
- PRICE: $5,000
- BODY: Optional
- SEATS: 2 to 5 persons
- WEIGHT: 1,760 pounds (chassis)
- WHEEL-BASE: 118 inches
- TREAD: 55 inches
- TIRES, FRONT: 870 × 90 mm.
- TIRES, REAR: 880 × 120 mm.
- STEERING: Worm and gear
- BRAKES: On differential and rear wheels
- SPRINGS: Semi-elliptic
- FRAME: Pressed steel
- BORE: 105 mm.; STROKE: 130 mm.
- CYLINDERS: 4, cast in pairs
- VALVE ARRANGEMENT: Opposite sides
- MOTOR SUSPENSION: From main frame
- COOLING: Water; honeycomb radiator
- IGNITION: Jump spark
- CARBURETER: Automatic
- CURRENT SUPPLY: Simms-Bosch magneto
- LUBRICATION: Pressure feed
- MOTOR-CONTROL: Foot accelerator, spark and throttle
- CLUTCH: Multiple disc
- CHANGE GEAR: Sliding type
- SPEEDS: 4 forward and reverse
- CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Selective system
- DRIVE: Side chains
Brasier, 15–20 H.P. E. B. Gallaher, New York
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- PRICE: $3,300 (chassis)
- BODY: To order
- SEATS: 5 persons
- WEIGHT: 1,750 pounds (chassis)
- WHEEL-BASE: 106 inches
- TREAD: 52½ inches
- TIRES, FRONT: 815 × 105 mm.
- TIRES, REAR: 815 × 105 mm.
- BRAKES: On driving shaft and rear wheels
- SPRINGS: Semi-elliptic, front; ¾ elliptic, rear
- FRAME: Pressed steel
- BORE: 75 mm.; STROKE: 120 mm.
- CYLINDERS: 4 in pairs
- VALVE ARRANGEMENT: On right side
- MOTOR SUSPENSION: Tubular sub-frame
- COOLING: Water; tubular fin radiator
- IGNITION: Make-and-break, low-tension
- CURRENT SUPPLY: Magneto
- CARBURETER: Brasier, automatic diaphragm
- LUBRICATION: Mechanical
- MOTOR-CONTROL: Throttle only on steering wheel, foot accelerator
- CLUTCH: Cone, leather-faced
- CHANGE GEAR: Sliding type
- SPEEDS: 4 forward and reverse
- CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Progressive system
- DRIVE: Shaft
Delaunay-Belleville, 20 H.P. Palais de L'Automobile, 1778 Broadway, New York
- PRICE: (Chassis), $5,100
- BODY: Side entrance, body as desired
- SEATS: 6 persons
- WEIGHT: 2,000 pounds
- WHEEL-BASE: 116 inches
- TREAD: 54 inches in front, 55 inches rear
- TIRES, FRONT: 34 × 4 inches
- TIRES, REAR: 34 × 4 inches
- STEERING: With double-threaded screw
- BRAKES: Expansion brakes
- SPRINGS: 37 inches in front and 35 inches, rear
- FRAME: Pressed steel
- BORE: 3¾ in.; STROKE: 5 in.
- CYLINDERS: 4 vertical
- VALVE ARRANGEMENT: Inlets in heads, exhausts in side ports
- MOTOR SUSPENSION: On frame
- COOLING: Water; gear-driven centrifugal pump and fan
- IGNITION: Make-and-break
- CURRENT SUPPLY: Magneto
- CARBURETER: With automatic mixture regulation
- LUBRICATION: Under pressure by means of oscillating pump
- MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
- CLUTCH: Friction cone type
- CHANGE GEAR: Sliding type
- SPEEDS: 4 forward and a reverse
- CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Side lever
- DRIVE: Side chain
Delaunay-Belleville, 20-H.P. Palais de'L Automobile, 1778 Broadway, New York
- PRICE: (chassis), $5,100
- BODY: To order
- SEATS: 6 persons
- WEIGHT: 2,000 pounds
- WHEEL-BASE: 119 inches
- TREAD: 54 in. front, 55 in. rear
- TIRES, FRONT: 34 × 4 inches
- TIRES, REAR: 34 × 4 inches
- STEERING: With double-threaded screw
- BRAKES: Expansion brakes
- SPRINGS: 37 inches front and 35 inches rear
- FRAME: Pressed steel
- BORE: 3¾ in.; STROKE: 5 in.
- CYLINDERS: 4 vertical
- VALVE ARRANGEMENT: Inlets in heads, exhausts in side ports
- MOTOR SUSPENSION: On frame
- COOLING: Gear-driven centrifugal pump and fan
- IGNITION: Make-and-break
- CURRENT SUPPLY: Magneto
- CARBURETER: With automatic mixture regulation
- LUBRICATION: Under pressure by means of oscillating pump
- MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
- CLUTCH: Friction cone type
- CHANGE GEAR: Sliding type
- SPEEDS: 4 forward and a reverse
- CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Side lever
- DRIVE: Cardan shaft
Rochet-Schneider, 16–20 H.P. Auto Import Co., New York
- PRICE: $5,200 (chassis)
- BODY: Optional
- SEATS: 2 to 7 persons
- WHEEL-BASE: 114 inches
- TREAD: 57 inches
- TIRES, FRONT: 810 × 90 mm.
- TIRES, REAR: 810 × 90 mm.
- STEERING: Worm and gear
- BRAKES: 3; band, enclosed
- SPRINGS: Semi-elliptic, front; platform, rear
- FRAME: Steel
- BORE: 100 mm. STROKE: 120 mm.
- CYLINDERS: 4, in pairs
- VALVE ARRANGEMENT: Opposite sides
- MOTOR SUSPENSION: Sub-frame
- COOLING: Water
- IGNITION: Jump spark
- CURRENT SUPPLY: High-tension magneto
- CARBURETER: Automatic
- LUBRICATION: Geared pump
- MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and gas on wheel and foot accelerator
- CLUTCH: Leather cone
- CHANGE GEAR: Sliding type
- SPEEDS: 3 and reverse
- CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Lever; selective system
- DRIVE: Shaft
Darracq, 20–32 H.P. Darracq Motor Car Co., New York
- PRICE: $5,250
- BODY: With runabout body
- WEIGHT: 2,950 pounds
- WHEEL-BASE: 120 inches
- TREAD: 53 inches
- TIRES, FRONT: 880 × 120 mm.
- TIRES, REAR: 880 × 120 mm.
- STEERING: Worm and segment
- BRAKES: On driving shaft and rear wheels
- SPRINGS: Semi-elliptic
- FRAME: Pressed steel
- BORE: 112 mm.
- STROKE: 120 mm.
- CYLINDERS: 4, vertical in pairs
- VALVE ARRANGEMENT: Same side
- MOTOR SUSPENSION: Sub-frame
- COOLING: Water; gilled tube radiator
- IGNITION: Double system
- CURRENT SUPPLY: Accumulator and magneto
- CARBURETER: Float-feed, spray nozzle
- LUBRICATION: Force feed
- MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
- CLUTCH: Leather friction type
- CHANGE GEAR: Sliding type
- SPEEDS: 3 forward and reverse
- CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Handle under steering wheel
- DRIVE: Shaft
Aster, 30–35 H.P. Aster & Co., New York
- PRICE: $5,500 (chassis)
- BODY: Optional
- SEATS: 4 to 7 persons
- WEIGHT: 2,250 pounds (chassis)
- WHEEL-BASE: 117 inches
- TREAD: 56 inches
- TIRES, FRONT: 910 × 90 mm.
- TIRES, REAR: 920 × 120 mm.
- STEERING: Worm and segment
- BRAKES: On transmission and rear hubs
- SPRINGS: Semi-elliptic
- FRAME: Pressed steel
- BORE: 4⅛ in.; STROKE: 5½ in.
- CYLINDERS: 4, cast singly
- VALVE ARRANGEMENT: On opposite sides
- MOTOR SUSPENSION: From sub-frame
- COOLING: Water; tubular radiator
- IGNITION: Jump spark and make-and-break
- CURRENT SUPPLY: Magneto and batteries
- CARBURETER: Float-feed type
- LUBRICATION: Mechanical force feed
- MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
- CLUTCH: Cone, leather-faced
- CHANGE GEAR: Sliding type
- SPEEDS: 4 forward and reverse
- CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Progressive system
- DRIVE: Shaft
Renault, Model 5, 20–30 H.P. Renault Freres Selling Branch, New York
- PRICE: $5,500 (chassis)
- BODY: Optional
- SEATS: 5 to 7 persons
- WEIGHT: 2,375 pounds
- WHEEL-BASE: 120 inches
- TREAD: 56 inches
- TIRES, FRONT: 875 × 105 mm.
- TIRES, REAR: 880 × 120 mm.
- STEERING: Irreversible
- BRAKES: Transmission and rear hubs
- SPRINGS: Semi-elliptic
- FRAME: Pressed steel
- BORE: 100 mm.; STROKE: 140 mm.
- CYLINDERS: 4 vertical, in pairs
- VALVE ARRANGEMENT: On same side
- MOTOR SUSPENSION: Main frame
- COOLING: Water; thermo-siphon system
- IGNITION: Jump spark
- CURRENT SUPPLY: Magneto
- CARBURETER: Automatic
- LUBRICATION: Force feed
- MOTOR-CONTROL: Throttle
- CLUTCH: Cone
- CHANGE GEAR: Sliding type
- SPEEDS: 4 forward and reverse
- CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Progressive system
- DRIVE: Shaft
French Mors, Model 4, 28–36 H.P. Cryder & Co., New York
- PRICE: $5,500 (chassis)
- BODY: To order
- SEATS: 7 persons
- WEIGHT: 1,920 pounds
- WHEEL-BASE: 114 inches
- TREAD: 56 inches
- TIRES, FRONT: 880 × 120 mm.
- TIRES, REAR: 880 × 120 mm.
- STEERING: Irreversible
- BRAKES: On differential shaft and rear wheels
- SPRINGS: 3 spring suspension
- FRAME: Pressed steel
- CYLINDERS: 4 vertical
- VALVE ARRANGEMENT: Same side
- MOTOR SUSPENSION: Main frame
- COOLING: Water; flanged radiator
- IGNITION: Make-and-break
- CURRENT SUPPLY: Mors magneto
- CARBURETER: Automatic
- LUBRICATION: Force feed
- MOTOR-CONTROL: Throttle pedal and lever
- CLUTCH: Metallic
- CHANGE GEAR: Sliding type
- SPEEDS: 4 forward and reverse
- CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Progressive system
- DRIVE: Chains
C. G. V., 20–25 H.P. Charron, Girardot & Voigt, New York
- PRICE: $5,500 (complete)
- BODY: Landaulette or coupe
- SEATS: 4 persons
- TIRES, FRONT: 920 × 120 mm.
- TIRES, REAR: 920 × 120 mm.
- STEERING: Worm and nut
- BRAKES: On transmission and rear wheels
- SPRINGS: Semi-elliptic
- FRAME: Wood and steel
- CYLINDERS: 4 vertical, individual
- VALVE ARRANGEMENT: On same side
- MOTOR SUSPENSION: Under body
- COOLING: Water; cellular radiator
- IGNITION: Jump spark
- CURRENT SUPPLY: Magneto
- CARBURETER: Automatic
- LUBRICATION: Force feed
- MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
- CLUTCH: Leather cone
- CHANGE GEAR: Sliding type
- SPEEDS: 3 forward and reverse
- CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Progressive system
- DRIVE: Chain
Fiat, 20 H.P. Chassis. The Hol-Tan Co., New York
- PRICE: $5,500 (chassis)
- BODY: Optional
- SEATS: 2 to 7 persons
- WEIGHT: 2,500 lbs. (chassis)
- WHEEL-BASE: 111, 123 and 131 inches
- TREAD: 54 inches
- TIRES, FRONT: 910 × 90 mm.
- TIRES, REAR: 920 × 120 mm.
- STEERING: Worm and sector
- BRAKES: On differential and rear wheels
- SPRINGS: Semi-elliptic
- FRAME: Pressed steel
- BORE: 120 mm.; STROKE: 135 mm.
- CYLINDERS: 4, cast in pairs
- VALVE ARRANGEMENT: On opposite sides
- MOTOR SUSPENSION: Bolted to frame
- COOLING: Water; honeycomb radiator
- IGNITION: Make-and-break
- CURRENT SUPPLY: Low-tension magneto
- CARBURETER: Automatic
- LUBRICATION: Mechanical
- MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
- CLUTCH: Multiple disc
- CHANGE GEAR: Sliding type
- SPEEDS: 4 forward and reverse
- CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Selective system
- DRIVE: Double side chain
Darracq, 20–32 H.P. Darracq Motor Car Co., New York
- PRICE: $5,750 with runabout body
- BODY: To order
- SEATS: 5 to 7 persons
- WEIGHT: 2,950 lbs.
- WHEEL-BASE: 120 inches
- TREAD: 53 inches
- TIRES, FRONT: 880 × 120 mm.
- TIRES, REAR: 880 × 120 mm.
- STEERING: Worm and segment
- BRAKES: On transmission shaft and rear wheels
- SPRINGS: Semi-elliptic
- FRAME: Pressed steel
- BORE: 112 mm.; STROKE: 120 mm.
- CYLINDERS: 4, cast in pairs
- VALVE ARRANGEMENT: On same side
- MOTOR SUSPENSION: Sub-frame
- COOLING: Water; gilled tube radiator
- IGNITION: High and low-tension
- CARBURETER: Float-feed
- CURRENT SUPPLY: Magneto and accumulator
- LUBRICATION: Force feed
- MOTOR-CONTROL: Throttle
- CLUTCH: Cone
- CHANGE GEAR: Sliding type
- SPEEDS: 4 forward and reverse
- CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Selective system
- DRIVE: Shaft
Hotchkiss, Model J. J., 20–30 H.P. Archer & Co., New York
- PRICE: $5,750, with Standard runabout body
- BODY: Optional
- SEATS: 2 to 5 persons
- WEIGHT: 2,340 pounds
- WHEEL-BASE: 118 inches
- TREAD: 56 inches
- TIRES, FRONT: 875 × 105 mm.
- TIRES, REAR: 880 × 120 mm.
- STEERING: Worm and sector
- BRAKES: On transmission and rear wheels
- SPRINGS: Semi-elliptical
- FRAME: Pressed nickel steel
- BORE: 115 mm.; STROKE: 120 mm.
- CYLINDERS: 4, in pairs
- VALVE ARRANGEMENT: Mechanical
- COOLING: Water; gear-driven pump; special honeycomb radiator
- IGNITION: Jump spark
- CARBURETER: Hotchkiss
- CURRENT SUPPLY: Eisemann magneto
- LUBRICATION: Gear-driven pump
- MOTOR-CONTROL: Throttle
- CLUTCH: Cone, with universal joint
- CHANGE GEAR: Sliding type
- SPEEDS: 4 and reverse
- CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Selective type
- DRIVE: Direct
Itala, 22 H.P. Chassis. Itala Import Co., New York
- PRICE: $6,000 (chassis)
- WEIGHT: 2,200 pounds
- WHEEL-BASE: 116 inches
- TREAD: 56 inches
- TIRES, FRONT: 870 × 90 mm.
- TIRES, REAR: 880 × 120 mm.
- STEERING: Worm and sector
- BRAKES: On transmission and rear hubs
- SPRINGS: Semi-elliptic
- FRAME: Pressed steel
- BORE: 4½ in.; STROKE: 5⅛ in.
- CYLINDERS: 4 vertical (pairs)
- VALVE ARRANGEMENT: On opposite sides
- MOTOR SUSPENSION: Main frame
- COOLING: Water; cellular radiator
- IGNITION: Make-and-break
- CURRENT SUPPLY: Simms-Bosch magneto
- CARBURETER: Automatic
- LUBRICATION: Dredger oiler
- MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
- CLUTCH: Multiple disc
- CHANGE GEAR: Sliding type
- SPEEDS: 4 forward and reverse
- CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Selective system
- DRIVE: Shaft
Delaunay-Belleville 28–32 H.P. Palais de L'Automobile, 1778 Broadway, New York
- PRICE: $6,000 (touring)
- DEMI-LIMOUSINE: $6,500 complete with top
- BODY: Side entrance tonneau
- SEATS: 7 persons
- WEIGHT: 3,700 pounds
- WHEEL-BASE: 120 inches
- TREAD: 56 inches
- TIRES, FRONT: 34 × 5 inches
- TIRES, REAR: 34 × 5 inches
- STEERING: Worm and sector
- BRAKES: Three. Band on differential; expanding and contracting on rear wheels
- SPRINGS: Semi-elliptical front; platform rear
- FRAME: Pressed channel steel
- BORE: 5 in.; STROKE: 6 in.
- CYLINDERS: Four vertical in front
- VALVE ARRANGEMENT: Inlets and exhausts in side ports
- MOTOR SUSPENSION: From side members of frame
- COOLING: Water
- IGNITION: Two systems; make-and-break. Jump spark
- CURRENT SUPPLY: Magneto, make-and-break. Batteries, jump spark
- CARBURETER: Special automatic
- LUBRICATION: Mechanical force feed oiler
- MOTOR-CONTROL: Hand throttle and foot pedal
- CLUTCH: Leather-faced cone
- CHANGE GEAR: Sliding type
- SPEEDS: Four forward and reverse
- CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Side lever
- DRIVE: Double side chains
Panhard & Levassor, Model K. L., 24 H.P. Panhard & Levassor, New York
- PRICE: $6,000 (chassis)
- BODY: Grand Limousine
- SEATS: 7 persons
- WHEEL-BASE: 124 inches
- TREAD: 56 inches
- TIRES, FRONT: 36 × 4½ inches
- TIRES, REAR: 36 × 4½ inches
- STEERING: Worm and sector
- BRAKES: Differential and emergency
- SPRINGS: Front, semi-elliptical; rear, platform
- FRAME: Armored wood
- BORE: 110 mm.; STROKE: 140 mm.
- CYLINDERS: 4 vertical in front
- VALVE ARRANGEMENT: Inlets in heads; exhausts in side ports
- MOTOR SUSPENSION: From side members of frame
- COOLING: Water; cellular radiator
- IGNITION: Jump spark
- CURRENT SUPPLY: Magneto and storage battery
- CARBURETER: Krebs
- LUBRICATION: Mechanical force feed oiler, gear-driven
- MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
- CLUTCH: Steel
- CHANGE GEAR: Sliding, annular ball bearings
- SPEEDS: 4 forward and reverse
- CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Speed lever and brake lever
- DRIVE: Side chains
Mercedes Simplex, 20–24 H.P. Mercedes Import Co., New York
- PRICE: $6,200
- BODY: Built for coupés
- WEIGHT: 2,500 pounds
- WHEEL-BASE: 135 inches
- TREAD: 56 inches
- TIRES, FRONT: 910 × 90 mm.
- TIRES, REAR: 920 × 120 mm.
- STEERING: Worm and sector
- BRAKES: On transmission and rear hubs
- SPRINGS: Semi-elliptic
- FRAME: Pressed steel
- CYLINDERS: 4, cast in pairs
- VALVE ARRANGEMENT: On opposite sides
- MOTOR SUSPENSION: From hangers from main frame
- COOLING: Water; honeycomb radiator
- IGNITION: Make-and-break
- CURRENT SUPPLY: Simms-Bosch magneto
- LUBRICATION: Force feed
- MOTOR-CONTROL: Throttle and governor
- CLUTCH: Coil spring
- CHANGE GEAR: Sliding type
- SPEEDS: 4 forward and reverse
- CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Selective system
- DRIVE: Side chains
English Daimler, Type B, 30 H.P. English Daimler Co., New York
- PRICE: $6,300 (chassis)
- BODY: Side entrance tonneau
- SEATS: 5 persons
- WEIGHT: 2,240 pounds
- WHEEL-BASE: 114 inches
- TREAD: 56 inches
- TIRES, FRONT: 920 × 120 mm.
- TIRES, REAR: 920 × 120 mm.
- STEERING: Wheel
- BRAKES: 4 external
- SPRINGS: Semi-elliptic
- FRAME: Steel
- BORE: 130 mm.; STROKE: 150 mm.
- CYLINDERS: 4 vertical in pairs
- VALVE ARRANGEMENT: Mechanical; opposite sides
- MOTOR SUSPENSION: 3 point
- COOLING: Water; gilled tube radiator
- IGNITION: Jump spark
- CURRENT SUPPLY: Magneto
- CARBURETER: Daimler
- LUBRICATION: Gravity feed
- CLUTCH: Cone
- CHANGE GEAR: Sliding
- SPEEDS: 4
- CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Selective
- DRIVE: Double chain