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PL 13
Beautiful and old with some wear and unclean areas possible.
From a time long ago.....
This is a factory made brass plate that has never been finalized or incorporated into production.
Truly one of a kind.
The Thomas Flyer was a legendary American automobile manufactured by the E.R. Thomas Motor Company in Buffalo, New York, from 1903 to 1919. Famous for its massive engines and brass-era elegance, the car cemented its place in history by winning the grueling 1908 New York-to-Paris \'round-the-world endurance race.The E.R.
Thomas Motor Company produced several variations of the Flyer, with the 1907 Model 35—the specific vehicle that won the famous race—featuring a massive 571 cubic-inch (around 60 horsepower) four-cylinder engine. This powerhouse was priced at roughly $4,500 in 1907, an astronomical sum at a time when the average annual wage was about $600.The winning 1907 Thomas Flyer is currently preserved and on display for the public at the National Automobile Museum in Reno, Nevada.
Solid brass template from the manufacturer. Ultra rare and 100+ years old collectible from a factory that made cars in the late 1800s and 1900s.
From the time when cars were first created.
Wear and imperfections may be present. Please see pictures for additional detail.
Sold as is.
Ruler and stands not included.
Enjoy!