1907 Selden Motor Buggy

THF88311 / 1907 Selden Motor Buggy
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Artifact Overview

George Selden conceived -- but didn't build -- a gasoline-powered vehicle in 1877 and received a patent in 1895. The Association of Licensed Automobile Manufacturers enforced Selden's patent, but Henry Ford fought ALAM in court. Ford ultimately won, freeing the auto industry from paying royalties and making himself a folk hero. This car was completed for Selden in 1907 as evidence for the court.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Automobile

Date Made

1907

Creator Notes

Made by George B. Selden in Rochester, New York.

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

63.22.1

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Stevens Institute of Technology.

Material

Wood (Plant material)
Metal
Steel (Alloy)
Brass (Alloy)

Color

Black (Color)
Red

Dimensions

Height: 65 in
Width: 58 in
Length: 82 in
Wheelbase: 48 in

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