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1912 Locomobile 6-48 Model M Sportsman Torpedo Touring

  • Chassis Number: 5273
  • Engine Number: 5257
This vehicle is a 1912 Locomobile 6-48 Model M Sportsman Torpedo Touring car and was treated to an extensive restoration which began in 1997. It took two years for the professional restoration to be completed. Locomobiles offered their vehicles in a choice of colors. This example is finished in burnt orange with deep maroon fenders and chassis. The interior is finished in maroon leather and has a black cloth roof.

Factory options include a Jones speedometer and clock, and an Amp meter with white faces and brass bezels. There is a Klaxon horn, optional shock absorbers, an electric start mechanism, and dual taillights.

Between 1911 and 1912, it is believed that only 11 examples of the Locomobile 6-48 models have survived.

This car was offered for sale at the Vintage Motor Cars sale at Hershey, PA presented by RM Auctions. It was estimated to sell for $400,000 - $600,000. It was offered without reserve and sold for a high bid of $660,000 including buyer's premium.

By Daniel Vaughan | May 2019

2019 RM Sothebys : Hershey

Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $400,000-USD $600,000 
Sale Price :
USD $247,500

2007 Vintage Motor Cars at Hershey

Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $400,000-USD $600,000 
Sale Price :
USD $660,000

Recent Sales of the Locomobile 6-48 Model M

(Data based on Model Year 1912 sales)
1912 Locomobile Model 48 'M' Five-Passenger Torpedo
Chassis#: 5273
Sold for USD$247,500
  2019 RM Sothebys : Hershey
1912 Locomobile 6-48 Model M image  1912 Locomobile 6-48 Model M image  
1912 Locomobile Model 'M' Series I 48HP Roadster
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  2019 Bonhams : Amelia Island
1912 Locomobile 6-48 Model M image  1912 Locomobile 6-48 Model M image  
1912 Locomobile 6-48 Model M
Sold for USD$660,000
  2007 Vintage Motor Cars at Hershey
1912 Locomobile 6-48 Model M image  1912 Locomobile 6-48 Model M image  

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