1915 Locomobile 48 HP Tourer

524ci T-head Inline 6-Cylinder Engine
Single Updraft Carburetor
48bhp
4-Speed Manual Transmission
Front Semi-Elliptic Leaf Springs, Rear Elliptic Leaf Springs
Rear-Wheel Drum Brakes

*Powerful 6 cylinder engine
*One of the finest American chassis
*Ex-Harold Coker
*HCCA, CCA, and AACA eligible
*Participant in multiple Glidden Tours

THE LOCOMOBILE "48" M6

The Locomobile Model 'M,' later rechristened the Model 48 for its taxable horsepower rating, was among the longest-lived American luxury automobiles and one of the few whose production spanned both the Brass and Classic Eras; it was introduced in 1911 and produced, with relatively few engineering changes, until the end of the company in 1929. Its massive T-head six-cylinder engine was distinguished by the use of numerous innovative special metals, for lightness and durability. It was favored by America's wealthiest and most important families.

THE MOTORCAR OFFERED

This particular M6 Touring car is believed to have been built in June or July of 1915 in the first year of the M6 production. The car was found by Harold Coker in Illinois. At the time, it had been stored in a warehouse for many years. It was in very original condition and Harold conducted a very sympathetic restoration on the car. This included some paint work, and at this time, it is believed the upholstery had also been redone.

It was used on a Glidden Tour in the 1970s and then saw little use in the 1980s and 1990s. It remained in the Coker collection until 2010 when it was acquired by the consigner. It was put through an extensive service at this time. This included the installation of a new clutch and a vintage twin ignition system. In 2013 it participated in the Glidden tour in Tennessee and performed flawlessly.

In 2016 the car was traded to an enthusiast in Maine. It would remain in the northeast for 3 years, and then acquired back by the consigner in 2019. Since that time, Covid event cancellations meant the car has seen very little use.

The Model 48 Locomobile is arguably one of the best American built chassis of the period and was a direct competitor to the Rolls Royce Silver Ghost. The engine is a whopping 524 cubic inches and provides the car ample torque. Additionally, the 4 speed transmission makes them a joy to drive. Featuring a 143 inch wheelbase and 37x5 tires, one can not help but be impressed with the car's immense presence.

Today, this particular Locomobile 48 presents well. At some point in its life the radiator was replaced by a 1917 model radiator. The car has never been fully restored, and the older tan repaint is showing some age. Recently, the ring and pinion in the differential were replaced.

Endlessly usable, this Model 48 is eligible for a variety of events in the HCCA, CCCA, AACA and VMCCCA. It's powerful engine would make it easy to keep up with modern traffic, and it also had ample space for luggage. It would be a great way to start enjoying the wonderful brass car touring hobby.