1908 Baker Electric Model M Roadster

This 1908 Baker Electric Queen Victoria Roadster was originally owned by the White House in Washington, DC, as part of their motorcar livery. President William Howard Taft was the first president to use automobiles. He purchased White Steamers, Baker Electrics, and Pierce-Arrows throughout his two terms as president. This car was used from 1908 until 1918 and then sold to a member of his household staff. The car was stored from 1922 until 1955, when it was purchased by an antique car collector from the Midwest. It was displayed in his private museum for many years and was purchased by the current owners near the close of 2007. It made its concours debut at the 2008 Concours d'Elegance.