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Other Makes : Franklin 11B 1927 Franklin 11B Sport Touring - RARE

$42,500

Wardsboro, Vermont

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1927 Franklin 11B Sport Touring Air Cooled Franklin motor cars were produced in Syracuse by The H. H. Franklin Manufacturing Company from 1902 to 1934. Franklins used more aluminum in their vehicles than any other domestic maker. The engine block, transmission, and rear end were made from cast aluminum. Single cylinders were cast iron and bolted to the block. A three ply ash frame carried the drive train along with an aluminum body over an ash framework. Franklins from 1904 until 1927 utilized a service brake on the transmission which slowed the drive shaft when applied. There was also a hand brake that activated rear wheel brakes. The Series 11 Franklin was the first Franklin model to be styled by an outside designer. Previously, Franklin motor cars were styled by factory engineers. Franklins were long known for their progressive engineering, scientific light weight, responsive handling, and dependability, but had not previously been known for their design. In 1923, due to changing public tastes and slumping sales, as well as at the insistence of Los Angeles dealer Ralph Hamlin, the company retained the services of J. Frank de Causse. de Causse had long worked in automotive design, and for many years had styled for Locomobile. He was given carte blanche by H. H. Franklin to style a car that would sell. The Series 11 cars were the first low profile sleek Franklins. The styling represented a radical change from previous designs. Gone was the tilting "Wilkinson Hood", replaced by a false radiator front and traditional center-hinged hood. Several new body styles emerged including the "tandem sport", and the "boat tail sport runabout". These sleek low profile cars were as distinctive as the earlier designs, yet well advanced and strikingly beautiful. Earlier designs had been based on Wilkinson's proven "Form Follows Function" axiom. With the "roaring twenties" in full bloom the public now demanded style and de Causse delivered. The Series 11 Franklin was the first air cooled Franklin to utilize a false radiator shutter front. The cars had similar engines to earlier models however copper fins were used on the cylinders in place of steel, providing upgraded cooling, higher compression, and more power, up from 25 to 32 horsepower. These lightweight cars sat on a 119" wheelbase and used modern balloon tires. This Series is recognized as a Full Classic™ by the Classic Car Club of America. This car was restored in the 1980s and has been used only lightly since then. It shows some age since restoration but presents well and has benefited from some recent cosmetic and mechanical work. The car starts easily and runs well. Two recent 11B Franklin sales demonstrate proven value: $49,500 at RM Hershey October 2013 lot #155$44,000 at Mecum Kissimmee January 2014 lot #F185 These Franklins are attractive, reliable and fun to drive classics that represent one of the best values in an open touring car.

Other Makes : Marmon 34B 1923 Marmon 34B Speedster... One of Six

$87,500

Wardsboro, Vermont

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1923 Marmon 34B 2-Passenger Speedster - One of Six Known!**Power, style and rarity for half the price of Packard or Caddy!** Trades Considered - What Have You? Excellent older restoration from long-time Vermont family ownership. This unique and exceptional Marmon Speedster was acquired by the Goyette family during the 1970s from the Brookline, MA Larz Andersen Museum and used for touring and local events in the northeast. Upon Mr. Goyette's passing approximately five years ago, son Mark Goyette thoroughly serviced the vehicle whereupon it was sold to the current Vermont owner (Mark operates Goyette Restorations, a highly regarded restoration shop in Bennington, VT). Set in an impressive soft pale yellow with nicely contrasting black fenders and splash aprons and red wire wheels, and new black leather seats and black grain top. Vehicle has the usual nicks and blemishes yet presents extremely well with good finish to the paint and plating. Runs strong with excellent brakes and smooth gear change. Cruises comfortably at 55-65 MPH. Over six-feet? No problem even with the top up! Long hood, cozy cabin and rear mount spare establishes an imposing appearance. A comfortable and powerful touring car ideal for any concours or tour, and potentially eligible for the CCCA's contemplated extension of manufacturing years and models before to 1925. According to the Marmon Club, this example is one of only six accounted for. How often does a big displacement two-passenger speedster with a race-bred history in this price range come to market?! Marmon History is Rich in Performance and InnovationThe 19th century Indianapolis-based wagon maker Nordyke Marmon followed many of its peers by making a giant leap into the horseless carriage business shortly after the turn of the century. The company had the good fortune to be led by the Stanford-educated engineering genius, Howard Marmon. From the beginning of their auto production in 1905, until the end at the depths of the Great Depression in 1933, Marmon was known for expensive sporting cars of advanced engineering and design. Most famously was the Marmon Wasp, driven by Ray Harroun who won the inaugural 1911 Indy 500 pioneering the use of rear view mirrors and eliminating the need for a riding spotter/mechanic. The 1917 Marmon model 34 was the company's most successful commercial effort, and enjoyed a production run of 10 years, a testament to how advanced a car it was during the time of its introduction. It was well accepted by the affluent and demanding customers of the day. The Model 34 makes extensive use of aluminum, the bodywork was integrated to the chassis design to be stress-bearing and the engine was an advanced overhead valve inline six of 340 cubic inches. The Marmon 34 weighed just 3,295 lbs and could travel at 80 MPH.Marmon's Model 34 set a high standard for long distance performance and held the Trans-continental speed record, which proved to be a popular marketing tool. Another marketing effort was Marmon's attempt to win a U.S. Army contract to furnish the Model 34 for use in Europe during WWI, which took place in Marfa, TX. A number of Model 34s were shipped to Fort D.A. Russell where they were tested in the rugged Big Bend terrain. They were then driven to Washington, DC and remarkably burned no oil and experienced no serious breakdowns. A model 34 was driven coast-to-coast to beat Erwin "Cannonball" Baker's record. Marmon's swan song was its fabulous V16, built from 1931-33 which was arguably the most sophisticated multi-cylinder engine of the era.

Motorcycles for sale in Wardsboro, Vermont

Other Makes : Franklin 11B 1927 Franklin 11B Sport Touring - RARE

Other Makes : Marmon 34B 1923 Marmon 34B Speedster... One of Six

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