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During its short lifespan (1903-1914) the Pope Hartford Company produced some of the most exciting, high-quality vehicles of the period. Known for their advanced design and top performance, today these cars are among the most prized and highly sought-after by 'Brass-era' collectors. The Model 'A' was Pope Hartford's first public offering and was an instant success. Only 8 examples remain today in private hands. This is certainly one of the premier 'Brighton-era' vehicles extant.
This car came from the estate of E. R. Bourne, a well-known west coast collector who specialized in Pope Hartfords, and was a well-respected authority on the marque. The car was his personal tour vehicle and was well known for many years as a participant on numerous HCCA tours. It had been in storage since his death in the early 1990s and has just recently been 're-discovered.' The car is quite authentic, although some modifications were made for increased tour reliability and performance. The ignition system is of later design, and an auxiliary flywheel brake was installed. The car retinas its original wood body, frame, suspension, axles, steering, motor, and transmission. The wood fenders are not the originals, but were re-made in the original style. The muffler is also not authentic.
After 15 years in storage, with little more than fresh fuel and a battery, the motor started and ran. The car has been given a fresh repaint in authentic Pope Hartford colors including all hand-applied pin-striping. A new set of correct 30 x 3-1/2' tires along with brass stem tubes, flaps and brass valve stem covers have been installed. A period-correct custom-made wicker basket now adorns the rear of the roadster deck, a beautiful pair of brass sidelamps are mounted on the dash and new wool carpet mats cover the floor and rear deck compartment floor. While the car has not been driven extensively for the last 15 years, its reputation as a proven tour performer speaks well for its potential tour capabilities.
This car came from the estate of E. R. Bourne, a well-known west coast collector who specialized in Pope Hartfords, and was a well-respected authority on the marque. The car was his personal tour vehicle and was well known for many years as a participant on numerous HCCA tours. It had been in storage since his death in the early 1990s and has just recently been 're-discovered.' The car is quite authentic, although some modifications were made for increased tour reliability and performance. The ignition system is of later design, and an auxiliary flywheel brake was installed. The car retinas its original wood body, frame, suspension, axles, steering, motor, and transmission. The wood fenders are not the originals, but were re-made in the original style. The muffler is also not authentic.
After 15 years in storage, with little more than fresh fuel and a battery, the motor started and ran. The car has been given a fresh repaint in authentic Pope Hartford colors including all hand-applied pin-striping. A new set of correct 30 x 3-1/2' tires along with brass stem tubes, flaps and brass valve stem covers have been installed. A period-correct custom-made wicker basket now adorns the rear of the roadster deck, a beautiful pair of brass sidelamps are mounted on the dash and new wool carpet mats cover the floor and rear deck compartment floor. While the car has not been driven extensively for the last 15 years, its reputation as a proven tour performer speaks well for its potential tour capabilities.
2011 RM Auctions - Hershey
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $70,000-USD $90,000
Sale Price :
USD $52,250
2006 RM Auctions at Amelia Island
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $75,000-USD $95,000
Sale Price :
USD $88,000
Recent Sales of the Pope-Hartford Model A
(Data based on Model Year 1903 sales)
1903 Pope-Hartford Model A Runabout Chassis#: 364 Sold for USD$52,250 2011 RM Auctions - Hershey | |
1903 Pope Hartford Model A Chassis#: 364 Sold for USD$88,000 2006 RM Auctions at Amelia Island |
Pope-Hartford Model As That Failed To Sell At Auction
1903 Pope-Hartford Model A's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
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