Ford Model N Roadster 1906, Estados Unidos
Exterior : Vermelho e Preto
Interior : Madeira e Preto
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The Ford Model N is
an automobile produced
by Ford Motor Company; it was introduced in 1906
as a successor to the Models Aand C as
the company's inexpensive, entry-level line. It was built at the Ford Piquette Avenue Plant.
The Model N diverged from its predecessors in that it was a
front-engine car with a four-cylinder engine. The 15 hp straight-four
drove the rear wheels via a long shaft. This was also the first American car to
use vanadium steel. The car had a wheelbase of 84 in
(2,100 mm).
A successful model, 7000 cars were made before production ended
in 1908. At US$500, the car was viewed as highly affordable at the time;
by contrast, the high-volume Oldsmobile Runabout went for $650, Western's Gale Model A was
$500,[6] the Brush Runabout $485, the Black $375, and the Success for $250. Maroon
was the only factory color for the Model N.
The Model R was a higher trim
level of the Model
N with a larger body, wheels covered by full fenders, running boards, and oil lamps. Model R was $650, $150
above the $500 base Model N. The Model R was a 1907 model year offering, and
2500 were sold. Color was primarily dark green, with leather seats,
brass fixtures, and a fuel tank holding 8 US gal (6.7 imp gal;
30 l). Other differences from the Model N included 30-inch tires, a
rounded trunk, and a McCord mechanical oiler, rather than the Model N-style
exhaust pressure oiler.
Two Model S styles were produced, a runabout and a roadster. The
S runabout first appeared in late 1907 model year, and was similar to the Model
R, selling for $50 less than the R, at $700. Both models were sold for a short
time before the R was discontinued for model/fiscal year 1908. The S roadster,
like the R, had fenders attached to running boards, and a mechanical oiler.
Differences from the R included Model N-style 28-inch tires and the pointed
trunk.
The Model S Roadster
was based on the same chassis as models N, R, and S runabout before it. Making
its appearance during Ford fiscal/model year 1908, the S Roadster had an
enclosed cowl, full fenders and fender aprons, and a third "rumble"
seat. Like R and S runabouts, the SR used a McCord pressure oiler. Like Model
R, the S Roadster was equipped with 30-inch tires. The S Roadster and Model K
Roadster were the last models produced during the summer of 1908 as Ford
retooled and prepared for the advent of the Model T. The S Roadster sold for
$750. Extras such as a convertible top, gas lamps, and umbrella holders were
available. 3750 S Roadsters were sold between 1908 and 1909.
