MochetVelo Posted May 27, 2016 Share Posted May 27, 2016 On eBay now, a "1911 Special Roadster". I'm wondering about this car. For one thing, I've never seen a fan in a Metz 22. This fan is rather odd, also, as it has 8 blades. I also noted that the cowl lamps are stamped "Metz". Notice anything else? Phil Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wayne sheldon Posted May 28, 2016 Share Posted May 28, 2016 A few thoughts. I am not what I consider an expert on Metz, but do think I know a little about them. First, I think it is the standard roadster offering for 1911/'12/'13. The top, windshield and mother-in-law seat (or rumble seat) were optional on the standard roadster. The special roadster was offered in 1913 with less of a cowling, lowered seat, and larger round gasoline tank mounted on the rear deck. The Special Roadster's standard color was red and black. In 1914, there was a model called the Speedster by Metz, similar to the 1913 Special roadster, but with a different gasoline tank. Its original color was very similar to this car's orange. I have part of an original radiator from one. The Speedster also came standard with wire wheels (30X3 all around) I am not certain, however I believe that the 1911 had several minor differences from the later (and this) model 22s. I don't know just when the changes were made, but I understand that the shift lever and rear brakes were different. I can't tell for sure from the photos in the eBad listing, but I think those are the more common model 22 brakes. I would guess (GUESS mind you) that the car is likely a 1912 for those reasons, but do not know for certain. Regardless of that (and the color), I think it looks like a nice car, and I really wish I was in a position to bid on it. And no, I do not have any connection to the seller and never seen this car in person before. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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