1904 Oldsmobile French Front Touring Runabout

1904 Oldsmobile French Front Touring Runabout

This attractive Oldsmobile differs from the cars the company was famous for in its early years.  The Curved Dash Olds’ signature look in this era, but this Model N has what is termed a “French Front” – a more traditional look styled after cars from France.  Available only in 1904 and 1905, the Touring Runabout was powered by a 7 hp, single-cylinder engine of 1.9 litres.  It was more upscale than the Curved Dash, featuring an Oldsmobile first: a steering wheel!

1904 Oldsmobile French Front Touring Runabout