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As 1924 began, a Model T Touring was the most popular body style of the most popular car in the world; built just at the peak of production and at the valley of prices.
In 1924...
Specifications Engine: 177ci (2.9L) 4 cylinder L-head; 4:1 comp.; 20hp @1600rpm; 83 ft-lbs@900rpm Speed: 30-35 mph cruise; 40-45 mph maximum Color: Black (only color available in 1924) Weight: 1650 lbs (1500 lbs w/o starter and demountable rims) Fuel Capacity: 10 gallons. Gasoline was 40 octane and $0.21/gal in 1924 (about $2.65/gal in 2008) MPG: 13-21 mpg Transmission: "Three speed" planetary (2 forward; 1 reverse) Ignition: Magneto- or battery-powered coils, one per cylinder Dimensions: 11ft 2-1/2in long; 7ft high (top up); 99in wheelbase; 56in track Price: Base Price: $290 (about $3,730 in 2008) Options:
$65 - electric starter (includes generator and ammeter)
$20 - demountable rims (includes spare rim w/o tire) Total
Price: $375 + freight and fuel
Interesting
Model T Facts Over
15,000,000 were assembled between September 27, 1908 and May 26,
1927. Engines
continued to be built until August 4, 1941. Popularized
having the driver on the left side of the car. The
first "world car" (built in multiple countries at the same
time). "Any
color as long as it is black" is not really true, but were
black-only from 1914-1925. First
large-scale moving assembly line (inspired by a slaughterhouse
visit). Mass
production allowed prices to drop from $850 in 1908 to $290 in 1924. Introduced
an 8hr workday @ $5/hr wage (double the prevailing rate). Better
quality than many other more expensive cars (vanadium steel). First
mass-produced en-bloc engine casting with removable cylinder head. Electric
starter/lights/generator first offered in 1919. A
stock 1924 Model T Touring does not have a: gas
pedal, gas gauge, temperature gauge, speedometer,
odometer, oil dipstick, oil pump, water pump, fuel pump,
mirrors, windshield wiper, windows, spare tire, four-wheel
brakes, brake light, turn signals, bumpers, or
driver's door.
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