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1905 Tribelhorn Electric Brougham

The A. Tribelhorn & Co. AG was located in Feldbach, Switzerland, on the north shore of the Lake of Zurich. They manufactured commercial electric vehicles beginning around 1902 and remained in business until 1918. Their first vehicle was an open two-seater with front-wheel drive and called the 'light doctor's car.' The car was popular in Switzerland and Germany. Heavier double-phaetons, landaulets, and limousines wore bodies by Geissberger of Zurich.

Though expensive, the cars managed to earn a loyal following. In 1918, the company was sold to Elektrische Fahrzeuge AG of Altstetten in Zürich. A three-wheel two-seater was introduced and was widely used by the Swiss Post Office.

by Dan Vaughan

Brougham
Chassis number: 1560

This Tribelhorn electric car was once the property of the Cedar Crossing Collection of James Cousens. It wears an older restoration. It has a wooden body that is painted red with yellow accents and brass trim. There is a horn and two lamps. The fenders are made of wood, and the batteries and electric components can be found under the seats. There is tiller steering with an ammeter and voltage gauge in the driving compartment.

In 2011, the car was offered for sale at the Hershey Auction presented by RM Auctions. The car was estimated to sell for $70,000 - $90,000. As bidding came to a close, the car was sold for $35,000, inclusive of the buyer's premium.

by Dan Vaughan