Equipment
Disc wheels, blackwall tires, single rear spare, rumble seat, opening windshield, wind wings, Westinghouse spring shackle dampers, running board courtesy light, golf club bag on left running board.
Condition
#3 Good
Runs and drives well. Flaws not noticeable to passersby. Most common condition.
Drain plunger shift boot. Sound but dull and clipped old paint. Good upholstery. Dull nickel trim. Orderly but aged and oil misted engine compartment. Cam covers painted machinery gray. Sound and definitely usable as is but also a long time since its last trip to the shop for any kind of restoration.
Market commentary
Wills' V8 engine is a subtle masterpiece and the story of Child Harald Wills and his part in the design of the Ford Model T, and eventual manufacture of the meticulously designed Wills Ste. Claire is fascinating. Built to uncompromising standards and only rarely seen in the market so the opportunity to acquire one is not to be overlooked. The bidders at Bonhams Amelia rose to the occasion and bought a sound, if aged, example for a reasonable price that will return many rewards during ownership and hardly reflects the quality and refinement of the car.