1902 Studebaker Runabout

Studebaker formally began production in earnest in 1902, and the company chose battery-powered electric vehicles because they were clean, easily recharged, and worked well in urban centers without need of refueling depots, (gas stations).  Studebaker Electrics were available in a variety of body styles, many of which mimicked the bodies that it had long produced for its lucrative passenger carriage line.  These included Stanhope, Victoria, and Surrey.

For consignment, some early automobile history with a 1902 Studebaker Runabout replica, and to prove yet again that "everything old is new again", this recreation is electric....ZAP!  This car was produced in earnest and sold mainly in urban centers where gas pumps were few and far between.  Though limited miles at one time could be driven, it was more efficient and easier to maintain as an electric car, and in cities trips were generally within a few miles.  Our fine example is a museum quality reproduction, painstakingly assembled by our consignor who does an in-depth study of each original car and then produces a reproduction.

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Exterior
Our example, reminiscent of horse drawn carriages, has a wagon-like body finished in highly lacquered mahogany wood and the Studebaker badge has made its appearance on the front of the carriage.  Simple chocolate leather curved fenders with some brass accenting shield road debris from getting up into the passenger compartment.  A mix of black painted steel and brass make up the carriage lights on a stalk on either side, and a brass gear shift lever and tiller of sorts is next to the buggy seat.  In front, a straight chocolate brown leather covered dash has brass accent buttons.  30-inch white rubber tires are wrapping metal spoked wheels in black paint and gold pinstriping.  On the back, the squared off trunk panel has brass inserts and other painted Studebaker badge down below. 

Interior
Keeping things very basic, the steering mechanism is performed by moving a lever, (tiller), which in turn moves the front wheels side to side.  This long black L shaped lever has a brass tip.  The dash is simple and supported by brass brackets and tufted buggy seat in chocolate brown leather and some fine metal structure making up the 2 seater seat.  A modern rubber floor covers everything neatly, and there is a brass backed Curtis digital electric battery level indicator on the floor.  A brake pedal is noted along with a brass shifter.

Drivetrain
Chain driven and power comes directly through the electric motor which is within the trunk of the car.  A Lesson Electric 1hp 24v DC motor provides the power.

A very nice simple reproduction of Studebaker's early electric cars.  This exacting reproduction does work and shows as nearly perfect.....Electric is the wave of the future!

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Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special interest automobile showroom, featuring over 850 vehicles for sale with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. Also, a 400 vehicle barn find collection is on display.  This vehicle is located in our showroom in Morgantown, Pennsylvania, conveniently located just 1-hour west of Philadelphia on the I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. The website is www.classicautomall.com and our phone number is (888) 227-0914. Please contact us anytime for more information or to come see the vehicle in person.