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1916 Crane-Simplex Model 5 Brewster Berline

  • Coachwork by Brewster
  • Chassis Number: 2445
This 1916 Simplex-Crane Model 5 Berline with chassis number 2445 is powered by a six-cylinder 564 cubic-inch engine and mated to a four-speed gearbox. The Brewster coachwork body sits atop a 143.5-inch wheelbase and was constructed from the finest materials available at the time. The odometer reads just 22,000 miles since new and the livery is Brewster Green with complementary original upholstery in the passenger compartment. Located just in front of the windshield are dual spotlights and a bulb horn. The carburetor is original; as is the Kellogg air pump and complete set of tools. It has factory-fitted luggage and the original trunk.

It has earned awards at both the Amelia Island and Greenwich Concours. The Brewster Custom Coachwork makes this vehicle unique and the company's low production figures make this a very exclusive automobile. It was offered for sale at the 2006 Gooding & Company Auction held in Pebble Beach where it was estimated to sell between $150,000-$200,000. Considering the rarity of these vehicles, the social elite who have owned them, and the excellent coachwork and engineering that went into creating these vehicles, it is a wonder that they do not fetch more at auction. This car was offered with a reserve that was not met; the car was left unsold.

By Daniel Vaughan | Oct 2007

2006 The Otis Chandler Collection Auction

Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $150,000-USD $225,000 
Sale Price :
USD $308,000

1916 Crane-Simplex Model 5 Auction Sales

Recent Sales of the Crane-Simplex Model 5

(Data based on Model Year 1916 sales)
1916 Simplex Crane Model 5 46hp Limousine
Chassis#: 2196
Sold for USD$123,200
  2018 Bonhams : Collectors Motorcars and Automobilia Auction
 
1916 SIMPLEX CRANE MODEL 5 'BOAT TAIL' ROADSTER
Sold for USD$198,000
  2016 Bonhams : The Amelia Island Auction
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1916 Simplex Crane Model 5
Sold for USD$176,000
  2007 Gooding & Company
1916 Crane-Simplex Model 5 image  
1916 Simplex Crane Model 5
Sold for USD$198,000
  2007 Gooding & Company
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1916 Crane-Simplex Model 5 Dual Cowl
Chassis#: 2445
Sold for USD$308,000
  2006 The Otis Chandler Collection Auction
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Crane-Simplex Model 5s That Failed To Sell At Auction

1916 Crane-Simplex Model 5's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
VehicleChassisEventHigh BidEst. LowEst. High
1916 SIMPLEX CRANE MODEL 5 46HP LIMOUSINE21962020 Bonhams : Simeone Foundation Automotive Museum $60,000$80,000
1916 Crane-Simplex Model 5 Seven-Passenger Touring21782011 Bonhams Quail Lodge Sale $150,000$200,000
1916 Simplex Crane Model 5 7-Passenger Touring Car21782009 Pebble Beach Auction : Gooding & Company $160,000$225,000
1916 Crane-Simplex Torpedo Runabout22312006 RM Auctions at Meadow Brook$160,000$220,000$260,000

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1916 Crane-Simplex Model 5

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