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 |  |  | Victoria Chassis Num: 1918 Engine Num: 120S60 |
| Sold for $77,000 at 2008 Gooding & Company. | |||
In 1915, the Baker Company merged with Rauch & Lang, a rival Cleveland-based electric-car manufacturer. The result of this merger was the Baker, Rauch & Lang Company.
This 1910 Baker Model V Electric Victoria has a General Electric four-pole series wound Electric Motor with two-braking systems. There are six-forward speeds and three reverse speeds. One of the braking systems works the rear hub and the other is on the motor. The Victoria was one of many bodystyles offered by Baker in 1910 and it offered seating for two and a folding top for protection against the elements.
This was the last car to enter the Carl J. Schmitt Collection - a vast collection of many significant brass era cars that featured gasoline, steam and electric power. This Model V Victoria has been apart of several significant collections, including the Blackhawk, Lorin Tryon, and Robert J. Gottlieb.
A modern plug-in charger has been added to this car for ease of use. This Model V is equipped with tiller steering and shaft drive.
In 2008, this Baker Electric was offered for sale at the Gooding & Company Auction held in Pebble Beach, California. It was estimated to sell for $30,000 - $50,000 and offered without reserve. The lot was sold for $77,000, including buyer's premium.
By Daniel Vaughan | Mar 2009
The invention of the electric starter meant that gasoline powered vehicles would ultimately become the fuel type of choice. Before this, the electric vehicles were popular because of their ease of use, lack of fumes, and quiet operation. The Baker automobiles, created by Walter C. Baker, was one of the more popular of the electric vehicles. Walter was a graduate of the Case School of Applied Science, now know as Case Western Reserve University, became owner of his own company in 1898 when he formed the American Ball Bearing Company. With the assistance of Rollin and Fred White, Baker established the Baker Motor Vehicle Company in 1899. His vehicles were revolutionary, introducing many industry 'firsts' such as the first shaft-driven autos, first use of steel ball bearings in his chassis, and the first rear-axle bevel gears.
The Runabout and Stanhope had proven to be popular automobiles so Baker expanded his offerings by introducing the Newport and a Physician's Chapelette. Production of the Newport lasted for two years and hailed by the Company as a 'light carriage which is bound to win great popularity at summer resorts. It is very simple and easy to manipulate. Being absolutely free of lubricants, the finest gowns may be worn by its occupants.' This campaign amplified the companies position as offering vehicles that were suitable for women to operate.
The invention of the electric starter increased the popularity of the gasoline powered vehicles and meant the demise of the electric vehicle. In 1915 Baker merged with Rauch & Lang, another Cleveland based electric auto producer. Together they switched to producing industrial vehicles and trucks. After time the company evolved into the Baker Materials Handling Company. In 1989 the comapny went out of business.
By Daniel Vaughan | Mar 2009
The Runabout and Stanhope had proven to be popular automobiles so Baker expanded his offerings by introducing the Newport and a Physician's Chapelette. Production of the Newport lasted for two years and hailed by the Company as a 'light carriage which is bound to win great popularity at summer resorts. It is very simple and easy to manipulate. Being absolutely free of lubricants, the finest gowns may be worn by its occupants.' This campaign amplified the companies position as offering vehicles that were suitable for women to operate.
The invention of the electric starter increased the popularity of the gasoline powered vehicles and meant the demise of the electric vehicle. In 1915 Baker merged with Rauch & Lang, another Cleveland based electric auto producer. Together they switched to producing industrial vehicles and trucks. After time the company evolved into the Baker Materials Handling Company. In 1989 the comapny went out of business.
By Daniel Vaughan | Mar 2009
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