1916 Simplex Enclosed Drive Formal Limousine
1916 SIMPLEX
CUSTOM MADE HISTORIC PRESERVATION VEHICLE
The new owner of this Simplex will enjoy the distinct privilege of showing and explaining the astonishing details of the technically advanced features of this opulent limited production motor car with its body custom made to its original owners specifications.
FOR PURPOSE OF COMPARISON: Another different outstanding and very famous 1916 Simplex is currently owned by JAY LENO. It is a Holbrook custom bodied skiff designed with a nautical theme, Bill Harrah previously owned it. His Simplex skiff can be seen here.
The vehicle being offered for sale is very different in appearance from Jay Leno’s. It has an elegant custom-made enclosed body with a unique German nickel silver radiator. However, both vehicles have an identical chassis with 25” 120MM center lock Rudge-Whitworth wire wheels, 110 hp. 563.7 cu. in. 6 cylinder engines which will propel each car up to 65 mph, 4 speed transmissions, all Bosch electrical components including magneto, coil, generator and starter.
Original owners of 1916 Simplex automobiles include:
The J.D. Rockerfeller family, owned two.
The Vanderbuilt family owned one.
The Kimball Family (manufacturers of high quality pianos) owned one.
Other wealthy industrialists and influential families who could afford supreme quality luxury grade automobiles chose Simplex.
IT CONTAINS AN ABUNDANCE OF VERY IMPORTANT ILLUSTRATIONS AND INFORMATION
ONE OF A KIND CLASSICALLY STYLED
ENCLOSED DRIVE FORMAL LIMOUSINE WITH BODY BY BREWSTER
IT IS NOT AN “ASSEMBLED CAR”!
Frame, rear axle, front axle, drive shaft, clutch, transmission, engine, muffler, steering box, water pump and even the intricate trouble light mounted on the fire wall were all made by Simplex! Two notable exceptions are the huge solid brass vacuum operated Newcomb carburetor and the Kellogg four-cylinder air compressor for pumping the tires.
HAS AN AMAZING CUSTOM-MADE GERMAN NICKEL SILVER RADIATOR
Ordered by the original owner and was modeled after an early Napier automobile
UNPARALLELED ORIGINALITY
Has original upholstery and body paint including original owner’s monogram. Every part and assembly on this car is as made or supplied by the manufacturer when new, there have been no alterations or substitutions.
COMPLETE HISTORY AND PROVENANCE
Documented history of ownership from when new to present owner
HAS HAD A COMPLETE COMPREHENSIVE MECHANICAL RESTORATION
The body was left in place to maintain authenticity; our blog illustrates every step of the work!
READY TO SHOW AND TOUR
Runs strong and cool with all new safety glass, it is a joy to drive!
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