The mid-1920s marked the end of the steam car era in the US, and by that time, companies like Stanley Motor Carriace Co. had been making such vehicles for the better part of a quarter of a century – they had become quite advanced for what they were.
Now, one of the later cars, a 750 model has popped up for sale at $120,000 on Hemmings. The example promises to be in “mint condition and excellent running order,” having been restored in the last few years by the family of its owner from 1973, Bob Noble. He was third one since new, so whoever picks it up now will be number four.
If you don’t know much about these old steamers, you might find reading up on them quite interesting. There are even a few video drives to be found online – one of the keenest restorers and collectors of steam cars is Jay Leno, and his channel has an entire playlist of relevant videos; one has been added below, though it’s of a 1922 Stanley, not an even more modern 1924 model.
By Andrei Nedelea
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