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The Locomobile, produced in Bridgeport, CT, was advertised as the Uncommon Car because it was produced in small numbers, not exceeding 4 cars per day. The fact that only 1,000 Locomobile closed cars were produced in 10 years illustrates the idea of quality instead of quanity.
The vehicle is powered by an in-line, six-cylinder, 425.5 cu. in. engine producing 43.8 hp. The car rests on a 132-inch wheelbase with an aluminum body and weighs approximately 5,500 lbs. The Locomobile was the first vehicle produced with an all-metal top which incorporated the sun visor as part of the roof.
The interior boasts jump seats, intercom system, his/her vanities, imported fabrics and trim, robe rail, coat hooks, silk shades and interior lamps by Tiffany.
The example recently completed a 3-year, frame-off restoration, and is being shown for the first time.

The name '48' was used by the Locomobile Company to signify their six-cylinder engines that were originally rated at 48 horsepower. The first Model 48 was introduced in 1911 and remained in production until 1924. At this point, horsepower had skyrocketed to just over 100. When it was first introduced it was a marvel both aesthetically and mechanically. By the mid-1920s it had begun to show its age. Sales reflected and as a result the company was forced to increase their price.

During the mid-1910s, the Company experimented with custom coachwork to appeal to their wealthy clients. The vehicles were built to customer specifications and created to satisfy their needs and desires. The use of accessories by Tiffany Studios was not uncommon for the Locomobile Company at this time.

1915 Locomobile Model 48
Year	1915
Make	Locomobile
Model	Model 48
Body Style	7-Passenger Touring
Engine Location	Front
Drive Type	Rear Wheel
Body / Chassis	Aluminium
Production Years for Series	1911 - 1928
Weight	5500 lbs \| 2494.8 kg
Combined MPG	0.00

Engine
Engine Configuration	I
Cylinders	6
Aspiration/Induction	Normal
Displacement	425.50 CU IN. \| 6973.9 cc. \| 7 L.
Horsepower	43.80 HP (32.2 KW)
HP to Weight Ratio	125.6 LB / HP (Vehicles with similar ratio)
HP / Liter	6.3 BHP / Liter
Fuel Type	Gasoline - Petrol
	Vehicles with similar horsepower and weight

Standard Transmission
Gears	4
Transmission	Manual

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