Marr (automobile)

The Marr Autocar was an automobile built in Elgin, Illinois by the Marr Auto-Car Company from 1903-1904. The Marr was a two-seater runabout with a single-cylinder 1.7L engine, that was mounted under the seat. The vehicle had a tilt steering wheel and an overhead valve engine. Unfortunately the plant burnt to the ground in August 1904 with 14 cars inside. Only one Marr Auto-Car exists today. The car was designed by early automobile pioneer Walter L. Marr who went on to be the first Chief Engineer for Buick from 1904-1918. Automotive historians credit him and his advanced designs with the early success of Buick which was the foundation for General Motors.

Further reading

"Walter L. Marr - Buick's Amazing Engineer" by Beverly Rae Kimes & James H. Cox.

References

• Georgano, G.N. (1968). The Complete Encyclopedia of Motorcars, 1885 to Present.