Other Makes American Bantam Speedster (1939)
for sale
Price: US $21,500.00
Price: US $21,500.00
Very rare 1939 American Bantam Speedster. Only
323 of these 4-seat convertibles left the Butler, PA plant during the short
production run in 1939 and 1940. Of those, there are fewer than 20 still
registered with the various Bantam clubs making them among the rarest of
existing Bantams (or any other American production car of the era)!
Powered by a 45 cubic inch side valve 4-cylinder
engine making about 20 horsepower, Bantams are the original American economy
car. A true micro-car at nine feet long overall, 75 inch wheelbase, and
weighing about 1200 pounds.
This car is very complete including the
convertible top and side curtains with bows. It sports a rust-free older body
and interior restoration. The engine was completely professionally rebuilt in
the summer and fall of 2015 including valves, valve guides, keepers, and
springs, rebuilt cam and lifters, honed cylinders, rebuilt starter, generator
and carburetor, new battery, coil, condenser, and has only been driven on test
runs since.
Research old movies and you'll see this was the
inspiration for Donald Duck's car. You'll also find Buster Keaton, Our Gang, Mickey Rooney, Judy Garland, and Mickey and Minnie Mouse riding around in Bantams,
Take it to any car show and watch the people
ignore the Ferraris, Porches, Packards, and everything else to admire this
incredibly compelling little car.
An amazing piece of American automobile history
at an affordable price!
NO RESERVE!!
update: 2016-04-03
Used |
“Very rare 1939 American Bantam Speedster. Only 323 of these 4-seat convertibles left the Butler, PA plant during the short production run in 1939 and 1940. Of those, there are fewer than 20 still registered with the various Bantam clubs making them among the rarest of existing Bantams (or any other American production car of the era)!” |
VIN (Vehicle Identification Number): | 65276 | Year: | 1939 |
Number of Cylinders: | 4 | Make: | Other Makes |
Transmission: | Manual | Model: | American Bantam Speedster |
Body Type: | Convertible | Engine: | 45 CI Side Valve, 20 hp |
Warranty: | Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty | Drive Type: | RWD |
Vehicle Title: | Clear | Mileage: | 27,500 |
Options: | Convertible | Exterior Color: | Red |
Fuel Type: | Gasoline | Interior Color: | Black |
For Sale By: | Private Seller |