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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.
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 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 | |
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 | |
1911 Ford Model T Torpedo Runabout Chassis#: 47119 Sold for USD$33,000 2014 Motor City Auction by RM Auctions | |
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 Runabout Chassis#: 76488 Sold for USD$38,500 2013 RM Auction - Hershey | |
1911 Ford Model T Open Runabout Sold for USD$49,500 2013 RM Auction - Hershey | |
1911 Ford Model T Open Runabout Chassis#: 61639 Sold for USD$50,600 2012 Gooding and Company - The Scottsdale Auction | |
1911 Ford Model T Open Runabout Sold for USD$29,677 2011 Bonhams - Beaulieu Autojumble, Collectors' Motor Cars |
Ford Model Ts That Failed To Sell At Auction
1911 Ford Model T's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
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1911 Ford Model T Torpedo Roadster | 2023 Bonhams : Two Generations Collection | ||||
1911 Ford Model T Open Runabout | 61630 | 2022 RM Sothebys : Sand Lots | $25,000 | $35,000 | |
1911 Ford Model T | 2015 Anglia Auction | $21,000 | $22,500 | ||
1911 Ford Tourabout | 45694 | 2014 Mecum : Anaheim | $13,000 | ||
1911 Ford Turnabout | 45694 | 2013 Mecum Auction Anaheim 2013 | $28,000 | ||
1911 Ford Model T Open Runabout | 64354 | 2009 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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