Eric Minoff
Vice President, Head of Department - US
LOT 515
1912 Ford Model T Torpedo Roadster Project Engine no. 99889
Sold for US$12,320 inc. premiumLot to be sold without reserve
Lot 515
1912 Ford Model T Torpedo Roadster Project
1912 Ford Model T Torpedo Roadster Project
Engine no. 99889
Engine no. 99889
177ci Flathead Inline 4-Cylinder Engine
Single Carburetor
Approx. 22hp at 1,600 rpm
2-Speed Planetary Manual Transmission
Transverse Leaf Springs and Solid Axles Front and Rear
Rear-Wheel Drum Brakes
*A starter Model T
*Much work already completed
*Desirable sporting bodystyle
THE MOTORCAR OFFERED
For those who haven't experienced a great "Brass T", they are about as much fun as you can have on four wheels. Ford really got it right with the early Ford Ts and, when properly set up, they perform remarkably well. In fact, most brass car tourers have a story about a pesky Model T driver keeping up with the likes of a Silver Ghost or Pierce-Arrow.
The Torpedo could be seen as Ford's first performance car, the standard T stripped down and with a little racer-type body. The hood was lengthened two inches, and the steering column was lowered. The result was a nimble and quick T with a look like no other. Any brass T is great fun for touring but the Torpedo is the ultimate.
The 'T' here provides that opportunity for any prospective collector or indeed an existing collector wanting to swerve into the world of the Model T Ford.
Should you need inspiration of how this car could be completed, you need look no further than lots 504 or 535 in today's auction, which display two potential directions for this project, stock factory or performance special. Sold as viewed, inspection of the car suggests that a lot of work has already been completed, much of the paintwork, the engine bay appears detailed and at first glance suggests that it may have been restored, certainly on the cosmetic side it presents very nicely. The radiator and most of the brass fittings are highly polished also.
Winter is coming... well sort of, this is the North East afterall! With the wide availability of parts and support for these cars this is a great entrée to Model T ownership.
Single Carburetor
Approx. 22hp at 1,600 rpm
2-Speed Planetary Manual Transmission
Transverse Leaf Springs and Solid Axles Front and Rear
Rear-Wheel Drum Brakes
*A starter Model T
*Much work already completed
*Desirable sporting bodystyle
THE MOTORCAR OFFERED
For those who haven't experienced a great "Brass T", they are about as much fun as you can have on four wheels. Ford really got it right with the early Ford Ts and, when properly set up, they perform remarkably well. In fact, most brass car tourers have a story about a pesky Model T driver keeping up with the likes of a Silver Ghost or Pierce-Arrow.
The Torpedo could be seen as Ford's first performance car, the standard T stripped down and with a little racer-type body. The hood was lengthened two inches, and the steering column was lowered. The result was a nimble and quick T with a look like no other. Any brass T is great fun for touring but the Torpedo is the ultimate.
The 'T' here provides that opportunity for any prospective collector or indeed an existing collector wanting to swerve into the world of the Model T Ford.
Should you need inspiration of how this car could be completed, you need look no further than lots 504 or 535 in today's auction, which display two potential directions for this project, stock factory or performance special. Sold as viewed, inspection of the car suggests that a lot of work has already been completed, much of the paintwork, the engine bay appears detailed and at first glance suggests that it may have been restored, certainly on the cosmetic side it presents very nicely. The radiator and most of the brass fittings are highly polished also.
Winter is coming... well sort of, this is the North East afterall! With the wide availability of parts and support for these cars this is a great entrée to Model T ownership.
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