Vehicle Description
The White Motor Company, established in Cleveland, Ohio at the dawn
of the 20th century, was an illustrious pioneer in the world of
automobiles. It all began with Rollin White, the founder and
visionary, who concocted a unique steam car concept that utilized
an in-house boiler design. Rollin White embarked on his automotive
journey within the confines of his father's White Sewing Machine
Company, a humble corner that would soon spark a revolution. The
White legacy was further enriched by the dynamic contributions of
the White brothers, Walter and Windsor. By 1901, their production
output soared to a remarkable 193 units. A significant turning
point arrived in 1905 when a White steamer set a world record speed
of 73.75 miles per hour at the Morris Park Track, catapulting the
company into the national spotlight. Quality was the hallmark of
White's early reputation, as exemplified by the exclusive presence
of a White automobile at President Theodore Roosevelt's
inauguration. President William Taft then embraced White's
excellence by incorporating a White steam car into the original
White House automobile fleet in 1909. The subsequent two years
marked a dramatic shift in focus, as the year 1910 saw the
introduction of White's inaugural gasoline-powered car. The era of
steam, however, bid its farewell in 1911, with the last steam car
emerging from the factory gates. White's product lineup eventually
expanded to encompass both four- and six-cylinder internal
combustion engines. In 1918, passenger car production was
officially concluded, and the company pivoted towards commercial
ventures, a decision that secured the enduring legacy of the
original White automobiles, cherished by early American automotive
enthusiasts for their unmatched quality. The 1913 White Model Forty
Seven-Passenger Touring offered here is one example of these rarely
seen Brass Era automobiles. A meticulous and comprehensive
restoration was carried out in the early 1980s, meticulously
documented through photographs in its history file. These snapshots
capture the Model Forty in its original, pre-restoration state and
the subsequent disassembly process down to the bare chassis.
Remarkably complete but in dire need of restoration, this
painstaking process covered all aspects of the vehicle and returned
this Brass Era collectible to the wonderful condition witnessed
today. A closer look under the hood reveals telltale stampings that
attest to the engine's assembly using components sourced from
various White four-cylinders produced in adjacent model years. A
distinctive stamp on the crankcase, "G.E.C. 97," is indicative of
this engine segment originating from a 1915 model. Recent times
have seen this Model Forty under the guardianship of a renowned
collector of early American automobiles. In 2014, an invoice
attests to the car's dedicated care, including a meticulous
wet-sanding and polishing process to preserve its striking
appearance. The sale package includes a binder brimming with pre-
and mid-restoration photographs, as well as copies of period White
literature. As one of the finest automobiles from the Brass Era,
White's commitment to quality and elevated factory prices ensured
limited production and the survival of only a few cherished early
examples. This White Model Forty Seven-Passenger Touring is indeed
a very rare and desirable early American car, a perfect candidate
for Brass Era touring, museum exhibition, or simply continued
enjoyment on the open road. Offers welcome and trades considered
For additional details please view this listing directly on our
website
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