Gordon (1903–1904)

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For other motor manufacturers sharing the same name, see Gordon (1912-1916) (Gordon Armstrong - East Riding Engineering); Gordon (1954-1958) (Vernon Industries, Cheshire)

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.

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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]

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References

  1. 1 2 3 The Complete Encyclopedia of Motorcars, 1885 to the Present. Edited by G.N. Georgano. Published by George Rainbird Ltd, 1973.
  2. 1 2 Linz, Schrader: Die Internationale Automobil-Enzyklopädie.
  3. 1 2 Georgano: The Beaulieu Encyclopedia of the Automobile.

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