Asking Price: $28,000 Questions

1908 Maxwell LC

Planetary Transmission - Numbers Matching - Same family for over 75 years!

Lot # 3755
Location Palmetto, FL 34221
Seller Dealer
Planetary
Black
Black
C-5896
Asking Price: $28,000 Questions

1908 Maxwell Model LC 2 Passenger Runabout

Overview

  • Age: 116 years old
  • History: Previously in the same family for over 75 years, stored in dry storage for the past 30+ years.
  • Restoration: Underwent an upgrade restoration over 45 years ago; now in need of another upgrade restoration.
  • Condition: Incredibly complete and very authentic original car.

Mechanical Details

  • Engine: Turns freely and has compression.
  • Transmission: Planetary transmission.
  • Requirements: Needs coils rebuilt or replaced, a new battery, and minor engine wiring.

Identification

  • Motor: Original matching number motor to car ID plate and title (#5896).
  • Title: Clear Florida title in consignor’s name.

Interior and Exterior

  • Top and Upholstery: Original (well-worn) top and rear flap, and original seat upholstery with diamond tufted leather (well-worn); both available for patterns.
  • Tires: Current tires are very old and dry-rotted. However, a matching set of 4 used 28 x 3 Firestone non-skid tires in good condition is included.
  • Gas Tank: Original 116-year-old gas tank in very good condition, leak-tested, cleaned last year, ready to use, and installed back in the car.
  • Wheels: Original wheels have good solid wood; an extra wheel is included with the car.

Original Equipment and Optional Accessories (1908)

  • Windshield: Brass framed folding windshield and brass support rods with very good glass, top bow set with fittings (with original fabric still fastened).
  • Headlamps: Carbide gas Rushmore original brand brass headlamps.
  • Gas Generator: Carbide gas generator.
  • Horn: Brass triple twist bulb horn, cable, and bulb.
  • Tool Box: Large tool box on rear deck.
  • Ignition: Atwater-Kent coil box with ignition switch.
  • Engine Oiler: Dash mounted engine oiler.
  • Lighting: Kerosene sidelights and tail lamp.

Documentation

  • Sales Catalogue: Copies of the original 32-page illustrated sales catalogue.
  • Parts/Accessory Catalogue: Copies of the original 54-page illustrated parts/accessory catalogue.
  • Instruction Book: Copies of the original 35-page operating instruction book.

 

1908 Maxwell LC

 

1908 Maxwell LC

 

1908 Maxwell LC

1908 Maxwell LC

Instant Shipping Quote
ASAP Transport Solutions

Get this vehicle shipped to your driveway. Enter your destination zip code below:

Finance this Vehicle
Collector Car Lending Solutions

Financing is available for all auction vehicles!

More Info
Sell with ACC

- Set your own reserve
- Go Live in DAYS
- Keep 100% of the Sale Price

Please Login or Create an Account to make an offer.
>
1