Imperial War Museum | Duxford, Cambridgeshire Viewing: Tues 8th April from 12pm Auction: Wed 9th April from 9am Location: IWM Duxford Airfield, Cambridge CB22 4QR1924 Ford Model T Tourer Estimate £10, 000 - £12, 000 Registration No: SV 5640 Chassis No: 8122822 MOT: Exempt Rucksteel 2-speed rear axel & Rocky mountain brakes Imported to the UK in 1991 Fitted with the desirable demountable rim wheels High torque starter motor & 12v conversion With the introduction of a moving assembly line in 1913, Henry Ford famously turned his Model T into the world's first mass made car. A year later, Model Ts represented 56% of all automobile manufacture in the USA at 308, 162 units. However, it was not just the sheer volume of Model Ts rolling off the production line that motorised America, it was the inherent quality of the design. Launched in 1908, the T's chassis and mechanical components were made from exceptionally durable, high-grade vanadium steel. Top speed was limited to around 45mph depending upon bodywork, whiles brakes operated on both the transmission and the rear wheels. With a 100" wheelbase, 10" ground clearance and transverse leaf-sprung suspension, the T was perfectly adapted to unmade roads. More information to follow. ** Bidding will take place live at the venue, online via our H&H website, by telephone and commission - T&Cs apply** Parking and entry into the auction is free for auction attendees with a catalogue, available at the door. Catalogues can be purchased for £20 (admits 2 people).