Ah, the magnificent 1912 Oakland Roadster, a true gem from the golden era of automobiles!
This beautiful two-seater convertible car, featured an open-top design with seating for two passengers. It was known for its stylish appearance and performance during that era. The roadster body style was popular in the early 20th century, offering a sporty and exhilarating driving experience.
Underneath its stylish exterior, the Oakland Roadster boasted a lightweight body that allowed it to effortlessly glide along the streets. Its powerful engine, paired with a manual transmission, delivered an exhilarating driving experience that would leave any car enthusiast craving for more.
The exact specifications of the 1912 Oakland Roadster may vary, as car models from that time period often had different options and variations. However, it generally featured a lightweight body, a powerful engine, and a manual transmission.
It’s worth noting that Oakland Motor Car Company was later absorbed by General Motors, and the Oakland brand was eventually phased out in the 1930s, with the introduction of the Pontiac brand as its replacement.
By one estimate there are fewer than 10 of these cars still in existence and one of them is owned by West Jordan resident, David Midthun. The car has been in the Midthun family four generations and David has no plans of selling it.
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