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Sears, Roebuck and Co. offered buyers a convenient way of purchasing a vehicle at the turn of the century - just by opening a catalog and placing an order. The Sears Motor Buggy was available for purchase by mail order and ranged in price from $325 to $475 depending on which model was selected. All of the models were powered by a mid-mounted engine that displaced 50 cubic inches and offered around 10 horsepower. The drive was to the rear wheels via two chains and a variable speed friction-drive mechanism. Braking was by friction-pad brakes and there were four-wheel elliptic-spring suspensions. Perhaps the most distinguishable feature about these motor buggies was the large, 38-inch wheels that were fitted with hard rubber tires. This height offered excellent ground clearance over muddy rural roads. The company's slogan for their vehicles was 'Lowest in Original Cost - Lowest in Upkeep Cost,' and 'so safe that a child could run it.'
Unfortunately for Sears, the company lost money on every order that was placed. Between 1908 and 1912 there were a mere 3,500 examples produced.
This particular example is chassis number 3041 and is an original buggy that is finished in black with green trim and is fitted with a top and fenders.
In 2009, this Model H Motor Buggy was offered for sale at the Gooding & Company auction in Scottsdale, Arizona. It was estimated to sell for $10,000 - $12,000 and was offered without reserve. As bidding had come to a close, the lot had been sold for $17,600 including the buyer's premium.By Daniel Vaughan | Apr 2009
Unfortunately for Sears, the company lost money on every order that was placed. Between 1908 and 1912 there were a mere 3,500 examples produced.
This particular example is chassis number 3041 and is an original buggy that is finished in black with green trim and is fitted with a top and fenders.
In 2009, this Model H Motor Buggy was offered for sale at the Gooding & Company auction in Scottsdale, Arizona. It was estimated to sell for $10,000 - $12,000 and was offered without reserve. As bidding had come to a close, the lot had been sold for $17,600 including the buyer's premium.By Daniel Vaughan | Apr 2009
2009 The Scottsdale Auction : Gooding & Company
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $10,000-USD $12,000
Sale Price :
USD $17,600
Recent Sales of the Sears Model H
(Data based on Model Year 1909 sales)
1909 Sears Model H Motor Buggy Chassis#: 3399 Sold for USD$24,750 2015 RM Sotheby's Hershey Auction | |
1909 Sears Model H Motor Buggy Sold for USD$17,600 2009 The Scottsdale Auction : Gooding & Company |
Sears Model Hs That Failed To Sell At Auction
1909 Sears Model H's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
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