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Pierce Arrow began manufacturing automobiles in Buffalo, New York in 1901. Prior to building automobiles, the parent company, Heintz, Pierce and Munson, was engaged in the manufacturing of bird cages, ice-boxes, bicycles, and other household goods.

The first Pierce-Arrow automobile was a single cylinder vehicle that developed three horsepower and a top speed of twenty miles per hour. In 1904 Pierce-Arrow built its first four cylinder car called the Great Arrow and in 1907 introduced its first six-cylinder model. By 1911, Pierce Arrow was building only six-cylinder models ranging from 36 to 66 horsepower.

This 1911 Model 48 touring car was Pierce-Arrow's best selling model and features a cast-aluminum body that is held together by rivets. The fenders are stamped aluminum. The six-cylinder engine produces 48 horsepower and is mounted on a 134.5-inch chassis. It was one of seven body styles produced on the Model 48 chassis and sold for $5,000 new.

The Pierce-Arrow Model 48 continued the company's reputation for luxury and innovation. On December 12, 1912 the company applied for a patent that concerned headlights mounted on the crown of the fenders to allow for improved lighting. The grant was granted on February 24th of 1914 and was first seen of a Model 48-B2. The car also included electric side lights integrated into the cowl.

The average price for a seven passenger Tourer would set the buyer back nearly $5000. The cars were powered by a six-cylinder, 525 cubic-inch engine which was capable of producing 48 horsepower. The car was controlled by a four-speed sliding gear transmission and had rear wheel brakes. The suspension was comprised of a semi-floating rear axle with semi-elliptic leaf springs.

Two extra folding seats came standard on the Model 48. An electric generator and starter, electric Klaxon horn, gas gauge, autometer, speedometer, rear footrest, rail blanket, electric lights, dual side-mounted spares, and a full set of tools were also standard.

1911 Pierce Arrow Model 48
Year	1911
Make	Pierce Arrow
Model	Model 48
Body Style	Touring
Engine Location	Front
Drive Type	Rear Wheel
Body / Chassis	Cast-aluminum body panels
Price	$5,000.00
Combined MPG	0.00

Engine
Engine Configuration	I
Cylinders	6
Aspiration/Induction	Normal
Displacement	525.00 CU IN. \| 8604.8 cc. \| 8.6 L.
Horsepower	48.00 HP (35.3 KW)
HP / Liter	5.6 BHP / Liter
Fuel Type	Gasoline - Petrol

Standard Transmission
Gears	4
Transmission	Selective Sliding

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