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1911 Ford Model T Tourer

  • Chassis Number: 39815
  • Engine Number: 39815
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The 1911 Model T was restyled by Ford and given a new radiator, fenders, and wheels. The body panels were now constructed of steel over a wood framework, as opposed to earlier all-wood construction. Previous years had offered the Model T in red, grey or green. For 1911, dark blue was selected as a standard color. This particular example dates back to February of 1911 and is one of the last with an open-valve engine.

The Ford Model T, marketed as 'The Universal Car', were sold throughout the world and assembled in many countries. A few made their way to the Soviet Russia, but this was a rare occurrence as Ford didn't officially establish a presence in the USSR until 1929. This particular example made an official visit to that country in 1976.

In the nation's bicentennial year, the United States Information Agency (USIA) was charged with mounting an exhibition in Moscow to showcase U.S. technological innovations. The USIA, founded during the Eisenhower administration, was the government department devoted to 'public diplomacy.' Other examples of technology included a cash register, a camera, and airplanes. The agency specifically requested the Ford Model T, as it was considered the most significant factor in putting America on wheels.

The USIA contacted the Model T Ford Club of America, whose president recommended Clyde Ensor Sr., renowned Kentucky collector and restorer of Model Ts. Mr. Ensor offered this 1911 Touring model, which was then sent by ship to Helsinki and on to Moscow by rail. The car was on display for a month and seen by nearly 300,000 visitors.

Mr. Ensor had acquired this car in 1970, from H.D. Green, of Rising Sun, Indiana. He immediately commenced a full restoration, which was completed in 1973, and the car was rewarded with an AACA National First Prize at its show debut. Since that time, it has resided in the Ensor family, where it has been well-maintained for more than 40 years later.

2014 Motor City Auction by RM Auctions

Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $30,000-USD $40,000 
Sale Price :
USD $35,750

1911 Ford Model T Auction Sales

Recent Sales of the Ford Model T

(Data based on Model Year 1911 sales)
1911 Ford Model T Runabout
Chassis#: 61639
Sold for USD$26,880
  2025 RM Sothebys : The Arizona Auction
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1911 Ford Model T 3-Passenger Roadster
Sold for USD$29,120
  2024 Bonhams : Gilded Age
 
1911 Ford Model T 'Frontenac' Roadster
Chassis#: 68304
Sold for USD$49,280
  2023 Bonhams : Two Generations Collection
 
1911 Ford Model T Speedster
Sold for USD$17,920
  2022 Broad Arrow Auctions : The Passion for the Drive
 
1911 FORD MODEL T SPEEDSTER
Sold for USD$21,280
  2021 Bonhams : Amelia Island Auction
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1911 Ford Model T Touring Street Rod
Sold for USD$44,000
  2019 Mecum : Las Vegas
 
1911 FORD MODEL T RUNABOUT
Sold for USD$10,450
  2019 Worldwide Auctioneers : The Auburn Auction
 
1911 Ford Phaeton
Chassis#: T54997
Sold for USD$49,500
  2019 Mecum : Monterey
 
1911 Ford Model T Speedster
Sold for USD$14,652
  2018 Bonhams : Den Hartogh Sale
 
1911 Ford Model T Torpedo Speedster
Chassis#: 50170
Sold for USD$26,400
  2017 Gooding & Co. : Scottsdale, AZ
 
1911 FORD MODEL T CONVERTIBLE
Chassis#: AZ344635
Sold for USD$18,150
  2014 Barrett-Jackson, Las Vegas
 
1911 Ford Model T Torpedo Runabout
Sold for USD$27,500
  2014 Auctions America - Auburn Fall
 
1911 Ford Model T Speedster
Sold for USD$23,100
  2014 Auctions America : California
 
1911 Ford Model T Five-Passenger Touring
Chassis#: 39815
Sold for USD$35,750
  2014 Motor City Auction by RM Auctions
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1911 Ford Model T Torpedo Runabout
Chassis#: 47119
Sold for USD$33,000
  2014 Motor City Auction by RM Auctions
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1911 Ford Model T Open Runabout
Sold for USD$33,000
  2014 Auctions America - Auburn Spring
 
1911 FORD MODEL T TORPEDO ROADSTER
Sold for USD$34,100
  2014 THE AUCTION OF THE ESTATE OF DR RALPH W.E. COX JR.
 
1911 Ford Model T Open Runabout
Sold for USD$49,500
  2013 RM Auction - Hershey
 
1911 Ford Model T Runabout
Chassis#: 76488
Sold for USD$38,500
  2013 RM Auction - Hershey
 
1911 Ford Model T Open Runabout
Chassis#: 61639
Sold for USD$50,600
  2012 Gooding and Company - The Scottsdale Auction
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Ford Model Ts That Failed To Sell At Auction

1911 Ford Model T's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
VehicleChassisEventHigh BidEst. LowEst. High
1911 Ford Model T Torpedo Roadster 2023 Bonhams : Two Generations Collection   
1911 Ford Model T Open Runabout616302022 RM Sothebys : Sand Lots $25,000$35,000
1911 Ford Model T 2015 Anglia Auction $21,000$22,500
1911 Ford Tourabout456942014 Mecum : Anaheim$13,000  
1911 Ford Turnabout456942013 Mecum Auction Anaheim 2013$28,000  
1911 Ford Model T Open Runabout643542009 Greenwich Concours d'Elegance, Collectors' Motorcars and Automobilia $38,000$50,000
1911 Ford Model T Open Runabout 2007 Bonhams Collectors' Motorcars and Automobilia featuring The Frank Cooke Collection Part II $45,000$55,000
1911 FORD UNKNOWN TOURING 2001 Kruse Auction Ft. Lauderdale, FL$5,500  

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