Sunday, September 25, 2011

Oldest operating car 1884 La Marquise


The La Marquise automobile, built in 1884 by De Dion, Bouton & Trépardoux, will grace the auction block in Hershey, Pennsylvania, on October 6, 2011. This automobile is considered the oldest road-going original car in the world.
The steam-powered Victorian machine was consigned by RM Auctions for its annual Hershey auction. It is estimated to be worth a whopping $2 million to $2.5 million.
The oldest running car in the world! Named "La Marquise" after the Count de Dion's mother, this 127-year-old automobile had single-family ownership for 81 years and currently has only four owners. La Marquise was even a participant in the first automobile race in 1887. To be offered in Hershey on Friday, October 7, 2011, this historically significant motor car is undoubtedly an opportunity to be noticed by serious collectors. For more information, please visit rmauctions.com.

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