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Allen (1913 Ohio Automobile)
The Allen was an American automobile, built at Fostoria, Ohio between 1913 and 1921. The company used 3.1-litre side-valve Sommers four-cylinder engines, and acquired that company in 1915. The 1920 Allen 43 was a handsome craft, featuring bevel-sided touring coachwork and a high-shouldered radiator. Unfortunately, sales of this vehicle were not enough to avert the company's bankruptcy, which followed in 1921. Willys Willys (pronounced , "Willis" ) was a brand name used by Willys–Overland Motors, an American automobile company, founded by John North Willys. It was best known for its design and production of World War II era and later military jeeps (MBs ... acquired what little was left. Overall, 20,00 vehicles were sold. Confusingly, another American company also offered a car called the Allen, also in 1913, though the Ohio model was somewhat more successful. References Brass Era vehicles Defunct motor vehicle manufacturers of the United States Motor vehic ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
1916 Allen Touring Car
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