Equipment
RHD. Rushmore acetylene headlights, Prest o Lite tank, Dietz kerosene sidelights and taillight, Jones speedometer, Ever Ready 8 day clock, monocle windshield, Boa Constrictor horn, Fletcher carburetor. Converted from a Runabout by David Uihlein in the late 40s. Good old paint, some dull brass. original seat seams torn. Its not pristine, but it would be a shame not to use it as is. David Uihlein collection.l
Market commentary
This is the definition of a sports car: light, lithe, powerful and quick. That it came from America in the the teens, and was later built in this configuration by David Uihlein only adds to its appeal. Raceabouts built by Mercer are the ultimate goal of collectors of early American performance cars. This isnt, but its close and its provenance gives it great character. The buyer got a great car that will hold its head high at any event or show for a reasonable price a half million dollars below that of a Raceabout that left Trenton in that configuration.