Ford Model N

Infobox Automobile


name = Ford Model N
manufacturer = Ford Motor Company
production = 1906–1908
13,250 produced
predecessor = Ford Model F
successor = Ford Model T
class = Entry-level car
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body_style = 2-row phaeton
engine = Straight-4
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wheelbase = 84 in (2134 mm)
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aka = Ford Model R
Ford Model S
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designer = Henry FordThe Ford Model N was an inexpensive automobile produced by the Ford Motor Company. It was introduced in 1906 as a successor to the Models A, C and F as the company's inexpensive entry-level line.

The Model N diverged from its predecessors in that it was a front-engine car with a 4-cylinder engine. The 15 hp straight-4 drove the rear wheels "via" a long shaft. The car had a wheelbase size of 84 in (2134 mm).

A successful model, 7000 cars were made until production ended in 1908. At $500 the car was viewed as highly affordable at the time; by contrast, the high-volume Oldsmobile Runabout went for US$650, [Clymer, Floyd. "Treasury of Early American Automobiles, 1877-1925" (New York: Bonanza Books, 1950), p.32.] Western's Gale Model A was US$500, [Clymer, p.51.] the Brush Runabout US$485, [Clymer, p.104.] the Black went for as low as $375, [Clymer, p.61.] and the Success hit the amazingly low US$250. [Clymer, p.32.]

Model R

The Model R was an higher trim level of the Model N with a larger body and wheels covered by full cycle fenders. An oil lamp was also added, and $150 separated the Model R from the $600 base Model N. The Model R was only produced in 1907, from April through October, and 2500 were sold.

Model S

The Model S was another adaptation of Model N. Ford's last right-hand-steering model, [Clymer, p.120.] it featured a more modern cowl, with hood and fenders that flowed into full running boards. Another notable difference was the optional extra third "mother-in-law" seat behind the front bench. The basic model sold for $700. Extras such as a convertible top, gas lamps, as well as umbrella holders were available. 3750 cars were sold between 1907 and 1909.

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References

* Clymer, Floyd. "Treasury of Early American Automobiles, 1877-1925". New York: Bonanza Books, 1950.
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