 1904 Pope-Toledo Two-Seat RacerAs an early adopter of the innovative French 'Panhard system' layout, the Pope-Toledo featured a front-mounted engine propelling the rear wheels. This groundbreaking design was complemented by its utilization of four-cylinder engines and a double chain drive, showcasing its pioneering spirit. The Pope-Toledo consistently demonstrated impressive power.  1915 Simplex Crane Model 5 TourerDuring the early years of automobile history, there were several car manufacturers around the world that marketed cars under the name “Simplex”, however, the American design was undoubtedly one of the most important and significant. The American “Simplex”, designed by Edward Franquist and initially marketed under the initials “S&M Simplex”, was inspired by the contemporary Mercedes, and was put into production in 1904 by the “Smith & Mabley Manufacturing Co.” of New York, the Mercedes importer in the United States.  1911 Cole 30 Model L RoadsterThe Cole Motor Car Company was an early automobile maker based in Indianapolis, Indiana. Cole automobiles were built from 1908 until 1925. They were quality-built luxury cars. The make is a pioneer of the V8 engine. Joseph J. Cole (1869–1925) made his first attempt to build a car in 1903 at Rockford, Illinois. Together with his son, he owned a shop where they sold wheels, automobiles, motor bikes, and even lawn mowers, and also performed mechanical repairs. Together they worked on a 4-cylinder touring car that was planned to be sold as the Rockford. The project went nowhere, and instead they opened a Rambler automobile dealership. |
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