The Amco was an American
automobile
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manufactured primarily for the export market, designed by D.M. Eller and built by American Motors, Inc. of
New York City
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from 1917 to 1922.
Between 1919 and 1920 the company produced cars that had
left- or right-hand steering optional. The cars were marketed in a single color: beige. Each carried a radiator specially designed for tropical climates. Amcos were powered by Golden, Belknap & Swartz (GB&S) 35 hp
inline-four engine
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The majority of automotive four-cylinder engines use a straight-four layout ( ...
, and they had a
wheelbase
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of .
References
External links
Entry at american-automobiles.com
Vintage vehicles
Defunct motor vehicle manufacturers of the United States
Motor vehicle manufacturers based in New York (state)
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