1902 Ford Runabout
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Between 1899 and 1902, Henry Ford failed with two car-making firms: the Detroit Automobile Company and the Henry Ford Company. This little runabout was the prototype vehicle for his third attempt and was impressive enough to attract new investors. Ford Motor Company, established on June 16, 1903, sold more than 670 Model A cars based on Henry Ford's prototype.
Between 1899 and 1902, Henry Ford failed with two car-making firms: the Detroit Automobile Company and the Henry Ford Company. This little runabout was the prototype vehicle for his third attempt and was impressive enough to attract new investors. Ford Motor Company, established on June 16, 1903, sold more than 670 Model A cars based on Henry Ford's prototype.
Artifact
Automobile
Date Made
1902
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
35.397.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Steel (Alloy)
Metal
Wood (Plant material)
Leather
Color
Black (Color)
Green
Dimensions
Height: 87 in
Width: 64 in
Length: 105 in
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