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The Ford Model T, introduced in October of 1908, would remain in production for 19 years. During that time, only minor updates were made. Total production reached 15 million examples. In January of 1911, Ford restyled the Model T, giving it new fenders, wheels, body and a slightly updated brass radiator. A few months later, Ford added a new engine and new front and rear axles. The rear axle was now cast-iron while the front incorporated spindles with separate steering arms. The lighting was now all brass lamps, including the gas headlamps with kerosene oil side and tail lamps.
The Ford bodies had a wooden framework with steel panels. Beginning in 1911, Ford added two new body styles to the lineup, a Torpedo Runabout and an Open Runabout. These two models were different from the existing body styles by their curved fenders, longer hood and lower seating positions and steering column. The Torpedo had two doors while the Open Runabout did not. The gas tank could be found mounted on the rear deck behind the driver and passenger.
This 1911 Ford Model T Torpedo Runabout is painted in red and black. This car was used by one of the prior owners in many tours. To make it more accommodating, it is well equipped with various modern amenities making it more suitable for modern highway driving. The current owner, upon acquisition, embarked on a full frame-off restoration which was completed in 2008. It retains all the modern equipment including the rare OHV Rajo BB cylinder head, dual original Winfield carburetors, 'A' crankshaft, mild cam, Jahns pistons, rings and custom headers. Other features not original to this car include GM clutch discs, a stainless water pump, a 12-volt alternator with gauge, an electric starter with key starting, and a dual-cover eight-wire distributor ignition system. It has a 3:1 Ruckstell axle, Buffalo wheels with locks and new tires, an Airmore exhaust whistle and Rocky Mountain outside brakes.
Brass work includes the running board-mounted gas lamp generator, radiator, horn, lamps, windshield frames and engine compartment.
In 2009, this Torpedo Runabout was offered for sale at the Automobiles of Amelia Island Auction presented by RM Auctions. It was estimated to sell for $35,000 - $55,000, and offered without reserve. It was sold for a high bid of $$33,000, including buyer's premium.By Daniel Vaughan | Mar 2009
The Ford bodies had a wooden framework with steel panels. Beginning in 1911, Ford added two new body styles to the lineup, a Torpedo Runabout and an Open Runabout. These two models were different from the existing body styles by their curved fenders, longer hood and lower seating positions and steering column. The Torpedo had two doors while the Open Runabout did not. The gas tank could be found mounted on the rear deck behind the driver and passenger.
This 1911 Ford Model T Torpedo Runabout is painted in red and black. This car was used by one of the prior owners in many tours. To make it more accommodating, it is well equipped with various modern amenities making it more suitable for modern highway driving. The current owner, upon acquisition, embarked on a full frame-off restoration which was completed in 2008. It retains all the modern equipment including the rare OHV Rajo BB cylinder head, dual original Winfield carburetors, 'A' crankshaft, mild cam, Jahns pistons, rings and custom headers. Other features not original to this car include GM clutch discs, a stainless water pump, a 12-volt alternator with gauge, an electric starter with key starting, and a dual-cover eight-wire distributor ignition system. It has a 3:1 Ruckstell axle, Buffalo wheels with locks and new tires, an Airmore exhaust whistle and Rocky Mountain outside brakes.
Brass work includes the running board-mounted gas lamp generator, radiator, horn, lamps, windshield frames and engine compartment.
In 2009, this Torpedo Runabout was offered for sale at the Automobiles of Amelia Island Auction presented by RM Auctions. It was estimated to sell for $35,000 - $55,000, and offered without reserve. It was sold for a high bid of $$33,000, including buyer's premium.By Daniel Vaughan | Mar 2009
2009 Automobiles of Amelia Island
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $35,000-USD $55,000
Sale Price :
USD $33,000
1911 Ford Model T Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Ford Model T
(Data based on Model Year 1911 sales)
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 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 | |
1911 Ford Model T Open Runabout Sold for USD$29,677 2011 Bonhams - Beaulieu Autojumble, Collectors' Motor Cars | |
1911 Ford Model T Runabout Sold for USD$93,500 2011 The Scottsdale Auction - Gooding & Company |
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 3-Passenger Roadster | 2024 Bonhams : Gilded Age | $35,000 | $45,000 | ||
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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