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21/02/2022 3:07 pm Â
An older racing car model in 1/43 by the Italian  firm of Brumm, this is a 1906 LOCOMOBILE. Here are specifications from the Henry Ford Museum:
Specifications
Make & Model:Â 1906 Locomobile "Old 16" (road racing)
Maker:Â Locomobile, Bridgeport, Connecticut
Engine:Â Locomobile inline-4, F-head valves, 990 cubic inches
Transmission:Â 3-speed manual
Height:Â 62 inches
Width:Â 64 inches
Wheelbase:Â 110 inches
Overall length:Â 163 inches
Weight:Â 2204 pounds
Horsepower:Â 120 at 1000 revolutions per minute
Pounds per horsepower:Â 18.4
Competition History:Â Won the 1906 Elimination Race for American cars to qualify for the Vanderbilt Cup. Set the fastest lap during the 1906 Vanderbilt race. Won the 1908 Vanderbilt race and set the fastest lap.
The only major problem I have with this model is the color. The original, it seems, was more gray than blue. But it's a nice old model. It compares well with these pictures of the original I found on the net.
If you want to know more, there is a fine site by the Locomobile Society at
https://www.locomobilesociety.com/history.cfm
Warning! The Locomobile Society site has both scope and some great pictures.Â
You may spend more time there than you expected. Enjoy!  David H 
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21/02/2022 7:53 pm Â
I used to have this one but disposed of it because of several inaccuracies. A lot of the early Brumms shared the same chassis - the base part on the Brumm can be found on Alfas, Renaults, etc. Artist Peter Helck owned the car for years, keeping it in running but marvelously unrestored condition. This would be a nice one for someone to make accurately.
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26/02/2022 11:21 pm Â
Hi David,
You keep coming up with cars dear to my heart like the "Old 16" Locomobile. Thought you might enjoy seeing mine.
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There she is in all her glory in my office.
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And the Brumm model in her display spot
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Closeups. Way back when I detailed this model I thought I saw a block of wood strapped to the tool box.
Now that I've looked at a bunch of pics Online, thanks to you David, I wonder at what I saw? 🤣Â
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I know you like little people, so just for grins here is the adjacent display compartment with more "Oldies" - and little people.
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Models = Miracles in miniature = Holding History in ones hand
Cheers and Happy Collecting,
Steve
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Topic starter
27/02/2022 8:35 am Â
Great displays, Steve, and I really like your little people. As for that block of wood, 'tis a mystery. Â
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27/02/2022 10:12 am Â
@stewil In your last photo I have three of the four. Who made the Vauxhall?
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27/02/2022 11:11 pm Â
The model is by Milestone Miniatures, 1903 Vauxhall 2 seat tourer, grn, purch 9/22/06 from Milestone Min. direct.
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Purchased to have an example of a push-pull steering system
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Unable to locate a mfg. mark underneath but did note the cool drive belt
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Harv,
Just noted your @mg-harv handle. Does that mean you have an affinity for the MG marque?
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Models = Miracles in miniature = Holding History in ones hand
Cheers and Happy Collecting,
Steve
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Harv Goranson and Harv Goranson reacted
28/02/2022 12:52 pm Â
@stewil Thanks for the info, and especially the chassis pics - very nice. Yes, I have two MGs, a TD and this Arnolt coupe.
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