Gordon (1903–1904) Explained
Gordon, Gordon Cycle & Motor Company Ltd was a British manufacturer of bicycles and motor cars in 1903 and 1904. It was established on the Seven Sisters Road, north London.
History
Gordon Cycle & Motor Company was established on the Seven Sisters Road, north London in 1903 and production ended in 1904.[1] [2] [3]
Motorcars
The Gordon Miniature was a voiturette with a 6 hp single cylinder engine, two speed transmission and chain drive to the rear axle. It weighed under 488 pounds and was priced at 125 guineas (£131.25).[1] [2] [3]
In 1904 the car was enhanced with a 3 speed gearbox.[1]
See also
Other sources
- Harald Linz, Halwart Schrader: Die Internationale Automobil-Enzyklopädie. United Soft Media Verlag, München 2008, .
- George Nick Georgano (Chefredakteur): The Beaulieu Encyclopedia of the Automobile. Volume 2: G–O. Fitzroy Dearborn Publishers, Chicago 2001, . (englisch)
- David Culshaw, Peter Horrobin: The Complete Catalogue of British Cars 1895–1975. Veloce Publishing PLC, Dorchester 1997, . (englisch)
Notes and References
- The Complete Encyclopedia of Motorcars, 1885 to the Present. Edited by G.N. Georgano. Published by George Rainbird Ltd, 1973.
- Linz, Schrader: Die Internationale Automobil-Enzyklopädie.
- Georgano: The Beaulieu Encyclopedia of the Automobile.