1904 Carter Electric Motorette

Lot # M22-315

Sold
Sale Price:
$3,000
Engine Size
Electric
Body Style
Other
Vin
SH6335
Stock
M22-315
Sold
Sale Price:
$3,000
Engine Size
Electric
Body Style
Other
Vin
SH6335
Stock
M22-315

Very Uncommon Car

Vehicle Highlights

  • 1904 Carter Electric Motorette
  • Single Speed Electric Motor
  • All Original Upholstery, Including Top
  • Purchased New in London, England in 1904
  • Imported to the U.S. and was Driven until 1942
  • 20-Mile Range at Speeds from 15 to 18 MPH
  • 6-12 Volt Battery Operated, 3-Wheel Chassis
  • Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Tiller Steering with Single Headlight
  • Electric Taxi Cabs were Introduced to the Streets of London in 1897 by Walter C. Bersey
  • Later that Same Year, Samuels Electric Carriage and Wagon Company Began Running 12 Cabs in New York City
  • A Very Uncommon Car such as this One is Bound to Generate Great Interest
  • Well-Preserved by its Previous Owners
  • This Car Represents a Significant Point in the Evolution of the Electric Vehicle Craze
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