- Powerful 340 cu. in. OHV inline six-cylinder
- Nicely restored to a very high standard
- Classic Car Club of America (CCCA) Full Classic
- A beautiful sporting Marmon
For 1925 Marmon offered buyers over ten different body styles to
choose from. The 2/4-passenger rumble-seat roadster, with its
handsome styling and light, open coachwork, as well as its
exceptional handling and performance, was the sportsman's choice.
The same rings true today, as the rare and desirable Model D-74 is
one of a select few six-cylinder Marmon automobiles recognized by
the Classic Car Club of America (CCCA) as a Full Classic.
This 1925 D-74 is a fantastic example of Marmon's stylish and
sporty roadster. The first thing one notices about this example is
its impressive scale. With a 136-inch-wheelbase chassis and massive
twenty-inch artillery wheels, the D-74 is substantial, yet
beautifully proportioned. Little is known of this car's early
history, yet it was the subject of a very high-quality restoration
that has gently mellowed with age. Presented in a handsome color
scheme of two-tone green with orange highlights, the paintwork is
beautifully finished. Plating and brightwork are similarly
exquisite. Likewise, the aluminum coachwork is in excellent order,
exhibiting precise fits throughout the automobile. Particularly in
profile, the Marmon has a clean, handsome look, care of twin
rear-mounted spare wheels and minimal adornment. Accessories
include a Moto-Meter, dual cowl lamps, and beveled-glass wind
wings. The car rides on blackwall Silvertown tires on wooden
artillery wheels, giving it a purposeful stance.
The natural-finish leather is supple and in superb condition, with
light creasing and character from occasional use. The complementary
brown Haartz canvas topping material ties the interior and exterior
together nicely. Two top boots are included, one in leather to
match the upholstery and one in canvas to complement the spare tire
covers. The fat wood-rimmed steering wheel has a beautiful finish,
and the interior fittings have high-quality plating. Switches,
instruments, and controls all appear in good order.
Under the hood is the powerful and advanced 340 cubic-inch OHV
inline six-cylinder. Detailing is up to the same excellent
standards, with high-quality paintwork on the engine and
accessories. Period-appropriate wiring and plumbing maintain the
show-quality looks.
With its high-quality restoration, this magnificent example is
ready for the tour season while being equally at home on the show
field. With the D-74's acceptance in the CCCA, it is eligible for
numerous club events around the country, and it is, thanks to that
powerful engine, a most capable tour car.To view this car and
others currently consigned to this auction, please visit the RM
website at
rmsothebys.com/en/auctions/hf19.
