1903 Catalog, "The Ford- The Car of Satisfaction"

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Artifact Overview

Ford Motor Company advertised its automobile as "The Car of Satisfaction" in this 1903 sales catalog. Henry Ford wanted to create a light, low-priced vehicle when he established the company. The automobile would be uncomplicated, able to traverse American roads, and affordable. Ford, however, was not satisfied and continued to improve and innovate.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Trade catalog

Date Made

1903

Subject Date

1903

Creator Notes

Made for the Ford Motor Company, Detroit, Michigan

Location

By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center

Object ID

53.20.5

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Paper (Fiber product)

Color

Multicolored

Dimensions

Height: 5.313 in
Width: 6.875 in