The model N was Henry Ford's successful model preceding the famous T. The crank is carried in an upright position, and the water pump is in the front of the radiator. The 149 cubic inch 4 cylinder engine produced b/w 15-18 horse power. This model was introduced in 1906 , the model N got sold for only 500$. These were the first Ford's model to be constructed of tough but light weight vanadium steel and it was also the company's first attempt to employ methods of mass production.
This example was the 'first Ford in Missisipi' owend by Dr. jack Shelby J.E Melvin, the grandson of dr. Shelby, acquired the car and gave it the restoration. Mr. Clyde Ensor, Sr. purchased the car from Mr. Melvin in 1965 and remained in his collection untill comming to auction in 2010.
In 2010 the car was offered for sale at the Vintage Moter cars of Hershy Auction presented by RM Auctions. The car was estimated to sell for 40,000$-60,000$ and offered without reserve. As biding came to a close, the car had been sold for the sum of 27,000$ including buyer's premium.
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