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 |  |  | Roadster Coachwork: Babcock Chassis Num: 733369 |
| Sold for $35,200 at 2007 RM Auctions. | |||
This vehicle was on display at the 1923 New York Auto Show and in modern times, is the only remaining example with a Babcock body. It is in unrestored and original condition. It is in excellent mechanical and operating condition, and well maintained throughout the years. The body is covered in red fabric and matched with black fenders and hood, and no running boards. This vehicle has a motometer, drum headlamps, cowl lights, locking steering wheel, Budd/Michelin steel disc wheels with Firestone Non-Skid tires, rear mounted spare, and a rumble seat.
This one-off was brought to the Vintage Motor Cars sale at Hershey, PA presented by RM Auctions. It was estimated to sell for $40,000 - $60,000 and was offered without reserve. The lot was sold for a high bid of $35,200.
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