1912 Ford Model T Tourer

The Model T Ford was introduced in October of 1908 and remained in production for the next 19 years. In total, more than 15 million examples were produced thanks, in part, to the low cost and mass-production methods of the assembly line.

This example is powered by a 176 cubic-inch side-valve four-cylinder engine that produces 22 horsepower and mated to a two-speed planetary transmission. There is a foot-operated transmission brake and hand-operated rear wheel mechanical drum brakes. It has a Touring bodystyle that, for 1912, had become more affordable than in prior years. It features removable 'fore' doors in the front, black upholstery, black leatherette top, authentic all-gray tires, and correct Ford-script brass headlamps, side lamps, and tail lamps. It has been recently treated to a restoration to concours quality and was offered for sale at the 2008 Automobiles of Amelia auction by RM Auctions. This car was estimated to sell for $60,000 - $80,000 with the final sale figures being slightly less, at $51,700 including buyer's premium.

By Daniel Vaughan | Oct 2010