Zeus – Franklin Roadster (1916) – Built on a 1927 Diamond T Chassis that was custom ordered 13ft 9” wheelbase
Year: 1916 / 1927
Mileage: 10000 miles
Price: 143000 EUR

Zeus , This is a beautifully engineered machine which stands comparison with any Edwardian mega monster aero engine car which are all the rage for the Goodwood Festival and the recently introduced Brooklands Race event, prestigious global inter-Continental rallies and USA endurance rallies/races which Zeus has already taken part.Built by Don Luttmers and Paul SpringerBuilt on a 1927 Diamond T Chassis that was custom ordered 13ft 9” wheelbaseThe amazing engine is built by Hall and Scott who were famous for building aircraft engines in the first world war such as the liberty aircraft engine and vehicle engines for the luxury car maker Duesenburg, 

This engine is a 1928 straight inline 6 cylinder, 14.5 litre 900 ci with hemispherical heads that was acquired from a museum in California along with the dashboard instruments

The original engine spec was 275 bhp and 850 foot pounds of torque

This is one of only 12 known engines4 gear Clark transmission with 100% overdrive built in built by Brown and LipeThe original axle only lasted a few miles so was rebuilt using a drag race axle components.

Original Lockheed hydraulic brakes connected external to the drumsThe amazing bodywork consists of a 1916 Franklin and 1918 Studebaker and parts of a boat tail 1947 HudsonCustom made wheels

Absolutely beautiful early Gray and Davis headlampsCloth covered Wireing by Bart OuchidaClassic leather upholstery by Wild West upholstery Jim AndersonCoach Striping by Mitch KimThis car weighs around 7000 pounds !

Zeus completed in the “ Great Race “ in 2017 and covered around 2500 miles with 4 stage winsZeus has won many car shows in AmericaNOVA clearWhat an amazing piece of engineering

THIS CAR IS LOCATED IN THE UK/ENGLAND and sold on behalf of the UK seller/owner. Initial communication organised by us with direct contact to the owner/seller once serious interest is confirmed. We can assist with the transport. The small print in large – always happy to answer any questions you may have. All offers are, unless otherwise agreed upon in writing, non-binding and subject to confirmation and to prior sale. All information given is based on the best knowledge and the seller’s information. The advertised €-price depends on the daily £-rate and therefore can vary, contract directly between buyer & the seller in £-Stirling at his conditions.