1924 Willys-Knight Model 64 Touring

Description

The 1924 Willys-Knight Model 64 Touring car was an open-air product of the Willys-Overland Company during the peak of its success in the mid-1920s. This vehicle featured the innovative Knight sleeve-valve engine — a quiet, durable alternative to traditional poppet-valve designs — making it unique among American automobiles. The Model 64 was powered by a 186 cubic-inch four-cylinder engine, producing around 42 horsepower, and was the last Willys-Knight to use this engine type.

With elegant styling, a 112-inch wheelbase, and mechanical drum brakes, the Model 64 offered a refined driving experience and was available in five models, from roadster to seven-passenger sedan. The Touring body style emphasized comfort and spaciousness, appealing to middle-class buyers seeking luxury at a reasonable price. Approximately 50,000 Willys-Knights were produced annually during this era, solidifying the brand’s reputation for quality and innovation.

This 1924 Willys-Knight Model 64 Touring was restored by a previous owner approximately 10 years ago, and has been driven less than 4,000 miles since. It has been refinished in Knight Blue paint with a black folding top and black vinyl upholstery.

Factory Equipment 

• Knight 186 cu-in sleeve-valve, inline-four engine rated at approximately 42 hp 

• Three-speed manual transmission 

• 12-spoke wooden wheels 

• Stewart 75-mph “tape measure” speedometer 

• Heater 

 Modifications 

• Restored approximately 10 years ago 

• Refinished in period-correct Knight Blue paint 

• Black folding top 

• Black vinyl upholstery 

• Black rear storage trunk  

 Known Imperfections 

• Wheel paint aged, would benefit from refinishing 

• Scratches where the hood opens 

• Radiator leaks a bit at the hose 

• Dent in driver door rocker

Ownership History 

• The seller of this 1924 Willys-Knight Model 64 Touring purchased it in July 2025; it is now offered with a clean Washington title in the seller's name.

 Included Items 

• Some maintenance/service items in trunk, including: 

  • Original headlight glass and bulbs 

  • Period correct tools 

  • Original hand crank 

  • New tire tubes