1913 National Series V Toy Tonneau

The National Car Company of Indianapolis was renowned for building high-quality automobiles that appealed to both touring and sports car drivers. This reputation was helped by the fact that Joe Dawson had driven a National to victory in the 1912 Indianapolis 500 against powerful opposition. The Series V model had a chassis that had been in production for two years, but for 1913 several body styles were offered, including a sporty Speedster, a semi-racing Indy-based roadster, a five-passenger touring car, and this Toy Tonneau model. The Toy Tonneau describes a touring car with a smaller-than-normal rear compartment, suitable for just two small passengers.