Guest Kutchie Posted March 10, 2013 Share Posted March 10, 2013 The car is a 1929 Franklin 13a model 137, 7 passenger limousine. The Franklin is an air cooled engine; a straight 8. Our research indicated that there are 6 in existence; ours, one in northern CA, 2 in New York, one in a museum in Denmark and one in a museum in New Zealand. We have all the newsletters and magazines published by the H.H. Franklin Club going back 25+ years or so that have plans and contacts in them. We have extra parts, lots of duplicates, blocks, 2 sets of different types of wheel rims. We have almost all the parts. There is one part of the linkage that is missing, but blue prints can be ordered for it from the club archives and it can be machined. The engine was running fine when we bought it, but has not been started in years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Braverman Posted March 10, 2013 Share Posted March 10, 2013 Wow, a straight 8 Franklin. That IS rare. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
odat Posted March 11, 2013 Share Posted March 11, 2013 I think that might be a misprint. I only see 6 inlets on the manuifold and 6 jugs. But I may be wrong! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Kutchie Posted March 12, 2013 Share Posted March 12, 2013 The car is a 1929 Franklin 13a model 137, 7 passenger limousine. The Franklin is an air cooled engine; a straight 8. Our research indicated that there are 6 in existence; ours, one in northern CA, 2 in New York, one in a museum in Denmark and one in a museum in New Zealand. We have all the newsletters and magazines published by the H.H. Franklin Club going back 25+ years or so that have plans and contacts in them. We have extra parts, lots of duplicates, blocks, 2 sets of different types of wheel rims. We have almost all the parts. There is one part of the linkage that is missing, but blue prints can be ordered for it from the club archives and it can be machined. The engine was running fine when we bought it, but has not been started in years.[ATTACH=CONFIG]182025[/ATTACH][ATTACH=CONFIG]182026[/ATTACH]I apologize, the car must have a six-cylinder engine because that's all they made, as far as I can tell. I am selling this car for my neighbors and they gave me the wrong information. Thanks for bringing it to my attention. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikewest Posted August 4, 2013 Share Posted August 4, 2013 How much is your friend asking for the car? Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ericmac Posted August 13, 2013 Share Posted August 13, 2013 I think your census of surviving cars is off a bit. I do not see my cars listed among the survivors. I have two 137 7 passengers (like your car) and live in Michigan. I know of several others you have not mentioned. My guess is there must be about 30-50 of them that have survived. Mike, maybe you have a better estimate?Eric Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikewest Posted August 14, 2013 Share Posted August 14, 2013 Eric , I said nothing about how many are left... I asked how many dollars he wants for it period. $1000.00 $10,000.00 $20,000.00 .He must know what dollar about he will not accept . If he adds $$$$ to that number ,that is how much he is asking. Thank you Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ericmac Posted August 15, 2013 Share Posted August 15, 2013 Mike, I should have been more specific. I was stating to the seller that I felt his census of surviving cars was off but it appeared I was replying to you. Sorry for the confusion. However, my additional comment was directed to you though, as I know you have a pretty good handle on the Franklin world and may have been able to comment on the number of surviving cars. I too would be curious how much the seller wants for the car. I know how much I paid for one in similar condition about 8 years ago but that probably means very little today. So, Kutchie, how much are you asking? Thanks guys,Eric Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Franklin-Madman Posted August 15, 2013 Share Posted August 15, 2013 (edited) I think your census of surviving cars is off a bit. I do not see my cars listed among the survivors. I have two 137 7 passengers (like your car) and live in Michigan. I know of several others you have not mentioned. My guess is there must be about 30-50 of them that have survived. Mike, maybe you have a better estimate?EricPLEASE. PLEASE..PLEASE! Let the HHFC Registrar know about your cars that are not listed as well as any other such cars that you know about. The registrar is not omniscient and relies upon owners' input to keep the registry up to date.The Email and postal addresses are in the registry along with a form to mail in if possible. The Email address is also in the ACN but has an obvious typo.I am reluctant to post those addresses in an open forum but if you send me a PM, I will respond with the form and addresses.Thanks, Edited August 15, 2013 by Franklin-Madman (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikewest Posted August 15, 2013 Share Posted August 15, 2013 The long wheel base car is more scarce that the 5 pass model . If the buyer is looking for a great car to fix and enjoy , this would make a good one. 1929 parts are plentiful and they are a great driver. I would say this is a $5000.00 car tops in this condition. Doug Hull has some 29s for sale for a bit more in better condition. Just my opinion without seeing the car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ericmac Posted August 15, 2013 Share Posted August 15, 2013 I would agree. That is what I paid for the better of the two of my cars, both 137 7-passengers, and I probably over-paid for it. Recently there was a '29 137 7-passenger that was restored, albeit with the wrong wheels on it, that sold for about $16,000. No way could someone buy the car here for any more than $5000 and restore it for another $11,000 without it being a real labor of love. On the other hand, if you do fall in love with these cars, as I certainly have, it would be a good car to start with.E- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Bill Miller Posted September 8, 2013 Share Posted September 8, 2013 So what ever happened with this car? I hate it when folks abandon a posting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Dadsbestcar Posted April 7, 2014 Share Posted April 7, 2014 I own a 1925 Franklin Model 11 MS 4 door sedan in Central Ohio. I know that is not the year you are discussing. Do I need to get it registered with the Franklin Automobile Club? thanksScott Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Povertycove Posted April 7, 2014 Share Posted April 7, 2014 You really should join the HHFranklin club, and register your car. There are wonderful activities, and a lot of helpful information you can get from the club and its members.The series 11 cars are really good. Classic Franklins, and easy to drive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest AlCapone Posted August 19, 2014 Share Posted August 19, 2014 Do we know a price yet ? Wayne Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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