1926 Flint Touring

1926 Flint Touring The Flint was yet another car from the empire of William Crapo Durant, almost by default. It was to have been the Chrysler Six. It was being developed at the former Willys Corp. plant in Elizabeth, New Jersey, which had been rented by Chrysler for his engineering team of Zeder, Breer and Skelton, when the property was acquired by Durant. Under prior arrangements, the prototype became the property of Durant. With minor changes, development work continued. The prototype became the Flint which was introduced at the Hotel Commodore in New York in January 1923. Ironically, the new Chrysler would be introduced there one year later. The Durant was both well-designed and well-engineered; becoming a cornerstone of Durant’s model lineup. It occupied a position between the Durant Six and the Locomobile in Durant’s hierarchy. For more than four years Durants were offered to the buying public; all powered by a Continental six-cylinder L-head engine of varying specification. A full lineup of open and closed cars was offered ranging in price from $960 to $2,750. Peak sales were in 1924; total Flint production was nearly 37,000 cars from 1923 to 1927. We hope this compelling example of a low mileage thoroughly Well-cared for vehicle will find a new caretaker who will undoubtedly cherish and use as intended. Vehicle has been displayed in several museums for the past 60 years. Fuel was properly drained. Engine cranks over well. Many extra parts are included with sale. Highlights • Continental inline six-cylinder engine • Rex accessory sliding glass side curtains are installed • Original side curtains are still in the door pockets • Original interior upholstery and California Top • Four-wheel hydraulic brakes Features • Painted wood spoke artillery wheels • Rear-mounted spare tire • Winged moto meter • Drum headlights with nickel trim • Cowl lamps • Solid body • Splash apron toe guards • Split windscreen • Extra parts included • 7,874 miles