1927 Dodge Brothers Series 128 Extremely Clean and Original Exceptional Body and Paint Retains every original mechanical part Original leather seat L-Head 212 44hp 4 cylinder engine Underbody extremely clean Motoexotica is pleased to offer our latest addition, a 1927 Dodge Brothers Series 128 Coupe. Commonly referred to as the fast four this was the last of 4 cylinder Dodge Brothers vehicles before Chryslers purchase in 1928. The Dodge Brothers originally built chassis and engines for Henry Fords new Ford Motor Company, their partnership ended with a winning law suit against Ford. Set out to make a more upscale competitor to the famous Model T, the Dodge brothers made standard many innovations other companies wouldnt adopt until many models later. For instance, they used an all-steel body, 12-volt electric system and a 3-speed sliding gear transmission. With Dodges higher build quality, their cars soon earned a reputation of superior durability and took second in sales in 1916. The Series 128 MotoeXotica has to offer is one of the finest preserved fast four in the country. This car is in better factory original condition then most cars on the road today. The exterior has been repainted with single-stage blue over black almost 30 years-ago and is in superb condition with no obvious chips or scratches, and shows extremely well. Fitted with the optional rear bumper; both front and rear are in excellent condition. Also the original fuel gauge on the rear fuel tank is still in place and functioning, along with the optional single rear tail light too. True to Dodges advanced standard equipment both front headlights, running off the 12-volt system, are original and still have the functioning dimmer switch. The previous owner replaced the vinyl top and side-steps with the original material; in fact Mr. Landoll is the owner of a company that still makes OEM style side-steps and running boards. Taking a step inside the originality continues, the original black leather bench seat is in good condition with no tears. All of the original gauges work; including the amp meter, oil pressure, and speedometer. Both original doors and glass function perfectly, demonstrating the Dodge Brothers quality even after all the years. Mechanically this Series 128 is as sound as when it was originally purchased. All four wooden wheels are in great condition with absolutely no signs of rot. True to the Series 128 the 14 mechanical rear-only brakes are still in good operating condition. Since the early Ford engines were really Dodge Brothers engines, clearly Ford used them because of their quality and durability. Developing 44hp this L-head design 4 cylinder runs very well, with most of the original engine accessories still in place and functioning well including the correct North East generator, ignition, and electric system. Fuel is delivered by the original Stewart dual-barrel carburetor and vacuum fuel system. The only non-original addition is an electric fuel-pump that assists the original fuel system, but both pump and switch are hidden out of sight. Pre-war American cars in this condition are almost unheard of; this car could be driven daily or used as a show car. This is truly a very special Dodge Brothers Series 128 fast four. What are you waiting for? Pre-war cars are very uncommon in this good of condition. Dont miss your chance. GET OUT AND DRIVE! Vehicle is sold as is and mileage exempt on clean clear title. Last titled under the Landoll Estate of Missouri WE BUY CARS!