Vehicle Description
Holsman of Chicago, Illinois was the first adopter of the
"highwheeler" concept, which some motoring pioneers believed
offered superior handling of primitive roads and wagon tracks.
While popular for a fleeting moment, the highwheeler soon fell out
of favor as pneumatic tires and suspension technology developed
exponentially. The purest expression of the Horseless Carriage,
this charming 1907 Holsman Model 4 Runabout features a simple
wagon-like "piano" body, with a 7-horsepower horizontally-opposed
two-cylinder engine mounted below the car, driving the enormous
rear wheels via fabric-covered belts. This rare surviving example
is presented in lovely condition with a light patina and many
pleasing period details. A fascinating piece of early motoring
history, representing the golden age of experimentation in the
automobile's fledgling years. This vehicle recently arrived and a
full description is coming soon. Please contact Hyman Ltd for more
details. Offers welcome and trades considered For additional
details please view this listing directly on our website
https://hymanltd.com/vehicles/7309-1907-holsman-model-4-runabout/
