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This Stanley Steamer Model R 20 Roadster (Chassis # 5003) is a relic of the bygone era of steam power. It sports a 20-horsepower two-cylinder, 4' bore 'wet' engine (actual output up to 60 bhp), full elliptical springs, and a wheelbase of 112 inches. The car is a wonderfully restored example of steam-powered early transportation, sharing the road with horses and buggies.
This car is one of only eight factory-produced Model R Stanley's known to survive. It has double buckets and a 'mother-in-law' seat in the rear. In the 1970s, the car was restored by Tom Marshall. It is believed that during that time, a larger condensing boiler and motor were fitted to the car. Ownership later passed from Mr. Marshall to Brent Campbell and, more recently, Edwin 'Ted' Jameson. In 2005, the car was purchased by the present owner.
In 2010, this Model R 20 Horsepower Roadster was offered for sale at the Gooding & Company Auction held in Scottsdale, Arizona. The lot was estimated to sell for $125,000 - $175,000 and offered without reserve. As bidding came to a close, the lot was sold for $104,500, including the buyer's reserve.
This car is one of only eight factory-produced Model R Stanley's known to survive. It has double buckets and a 'mother-in-law' seat in the rear. In the 1970s, the car was restored by Tom Marshall. It is believed that during that time, a larger condensing boiler and motor were fitted to the car. Ownership later passed from Mr. Marshall to Brent Campbell and, more recently, Edwin 'Ted' Jameson. In 2005, the car was purchased by the present owner.
In 2010, this Model R 20 Horsepower Roadster was offered for sale at the Gooding & Company Auction held in Scottsdale, Arizona. The lot was estimated to sell for $125,000 - $175,000 and offered without reserve. As bidding came to a close, the lot was sold for $104,500, including the buyer's reserve.
2010 Gooding and Company - Scottsdale Auction
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $125,000-USD $175,000
Sale Price :
USD $104,500
Recent Sales of the Stanley Steamer Model R
(Data based on Model Year 1909 sales)
1909 Stanley Model R Roadster Chassis#: 4896 Sold for USD$121,000 2012 RM Auctions - Hershey, PA | |
1909 Stanley Model R 20 HP Roadster Sold for USD$104,500 2010 Gooding and Company - Scottsdale Auction |
Stanley Steamer Model Rs That Failed To Sell At Auction
1909 Stanley Steamer Model R's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
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1909 Stanley Steamer Model R
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