1909 Ford Model T

Touring. THE LEGENDARY #220. Convertible

4 cylinder.

Manual

220

Clear

Gasoline

1909 Ford Model T Touring. THE LEGENDARY #220. 2-lever, 2-pedal. Spectacular! 1909 Ford Model T – The Legendary #220.   This is one of the earliest surviving Ford Model T’s in the world today. Built in December, 1908 (prior to Ford’s introduction of the assembly line) at Ford’s Piquette Avenue factory in Detroit, the early history of #220 is today unknown.   As we are told, by 1951, Ed Hausgen of St. Louis had acquired the car through his uncle from a dealership in Illinois. By that time the rear portion of the original Touring body had been transformed into a Runabout, with a gas tank and toolbox at the rear.   In 1966, Hausgen sold #220 to collector Ben Snider of Riverside, California. Ben located a correct 1909 rear body and seat for the car and it was restored to show condition by Al Vivian, a former employee of Bill Harrah. It was a meticulous, frame-off restoration of every component.   On April 7, 1970, Ben Snider sold #220 to Bill Harrah and it became part of the famous Harrah’s Automobile Collection in Reno/Sparks, Nevada. It remained part of the collection until Harrah’s passing in 1984. Then #220 was sold by Harrah’s to Kim Dobbins of California who refreshed areas of the restoration and mechanicals, driving it on occasion. In a recent conversation with Mr. Dobbins he reports that the car runs and operates well. The odometer currently shows 6 miles.   In 2006, Fred Lau of Portland, Oregon acquired this legendary car from Kim Dobbins. Since that time it has been displayed on blocks in the Lau climate-controlled garage/showroom. With the recent unexpected passing of Fred Lau it is now being offered for sale.   The condition is exceptional and truly “like new” (If one can consider a 107 year-old car to be “new.”) The paint is flawless and the interior, top and brass are stunning. Please see the current photos and note the condition, including the undercarriage. It is museum-quality throughout.   It is hard to over-emphasize the rarity and significance of this Ford. It is, of course, one of a handful of early “two-lever, two-pedal” Model T’s that survive today. It is also considered one of the few that still consists of most of its original 1908 components.   If you are looking for a showpiece that would be the feature of any museum or private collection, this is certainly it.  A reserve has been placed on this car in keeping with its condition and rarity. Please bid accordingly. WE WILL HAPPILY SELL TO BIDDERS, WORLDWIDE. Thanks for looking and GOOD LUCK!  We gladly sell to buyers WORLDWIDE. Winning bidder please contact us within 24 hours of auction close. A deposit of $2000 is due via PayPal at that time. Vehicle deposits are non-refundable, per PayPal and eBay policy. Balance due in certified U.S. funds via bank wire transfer within 7 days of auction close. We do not accept overseas bank drafts or cashier's checks. Vehicle has a clear title and is being sold by the owner, with our assistance. Please call David at 503-309-7729 between 9am and 9pm Pacific Time with any questions. Thank you. Shipping is the responsibility of the buyer and not included in the auction price. Vehicle must be picked up within 14 days of payment, unless other arrangements have been made. Note that vehicle will be shipping from the Portland, Oregon area (Northwest coast of the U.S. between Seattle and San Francisco) with easy access to interstate highways (I-5: north-south, and I-84 east). We will gladly assist your carrier with loading. Please ask all questions before bidding. Your personal inspection is invited before the close of the auction. Only you know if the vehicle is right for you. All descriptions are based upon information provided by the seller and our own personal inspection of the vehicle. Obviously, with any collector vehicle there are internal areas that cannot be inspected, but the description is based upon the seller's representations and our observation of the vehicle. For that reason, the vehicle in this listing is being sold "as-is" with no warranties of any kind expressed or implied. Mileage listed is that showing on the odometer and unless otherwise noted, cannot be verified due to the age of the vehicle. Mileage of vehicles over 10 years old is considered "exempt" by the State of Oregon Department of Motor Vehicles. By participating in this auction, the bidder agrees to these terms. Charvet Classic Cars assists sellers (all of whom are my personal friends) to find new appreciative homes for their special vehicles. I personally inspect each vehicle. I take the photographs and videos personally. It allows me to represent the vehicle accurately and answer any questions you may have about it. I have been an eBay seller with 100% positive feedback since 1998, and involved with classic cars for many years. I like these cars as much as you do! If you e-mail or call with questions, you will receive my personal attention and knowledge to help you make an informed decision. State of Oregon Dealer #DA4114. Licensed. Bonded. Insured. Thank you - David Charvet You may e-mail by asking a question through the eBay site, or call David Charvet at 503-309-7729 between 9am and 9pm Pacific Time.