From a family of major collectors from Brescia

- Model derived from the prestigious Lancia Beta and Gamma

- High quality restoration, documented by a file of pictures

- Interesting history

- No reserve

Manufactured in the United States, this car was in the state of Georgia when it was purchased by the great connoisseur and finder of pre-war cars, Tony Paalman, for his AutoMuseum Deventer in Holland. It was from him that the current owner, a major Italian collector from Brescia, acquired it before having it restored in two shades of blue, his favorite colours.! We have an important file of pictures of the different steps of the body and mechanical work done.

This lesser-known brand whose initials stand for the names of its creators (Herbert Sternbergh, Robert Graham and Fred Van Tine) began its existence under the name Acme Motor Car Company and produced cars in Pennsylvania based on the Lancia Beta (then Gamma) of that period. They therefore shared the qualities of the Italian model, featuring its 3.1 then 3.5-litre 4-cylinder engine, a four-speed transmission, a shaft drive and a relatively low chassis. Vanderbilt Cup.

Surviving examples of this model could be counted with fingers from one hand. This automobile is therefore a rare opportunity to own an exotic model that benefits from the craftsmanship and brilliant performance of the Lancia models of the 1910s.

Photos © Mattia Bortoluzzi