The 1904 Ford Model A, Model AC, Model B and Model C Automobiles

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The Ford Motor Co.
Detroit, MI
1904

The Ford Model AC and Model C replaced the Ford Model A in late 1904. The Model C was equipped with a 10 horsepower engine. The Ford Model AC was essentially a 1903 Model A with the new 10 horsepower engine.

In addition to the new Model AC and C The Ford Motor Co. introduced a Model B with a 4 cylinder engine.

The Ford Motor Co. assigned letters of the alphabet for all models beginning in 1903. Thus the first model by The Ford Motor Co. became the Model A and the new improved models assigned Model AC, B and C. Total 1904 Ford production was 1,695 units.

1903 / 1904 Ford Model A

Model A production continued from 1903 to September 30, 1904. It had a 2 cylinder engine rated at 8 horsepower and a two speed transmission with chain drive. It's wheelbase was 72 inches. It was capable of carrying two passenger, plus two more with its detachable rear entrance tonneau.

1904 Ford Model AC

The Model AC was essentially a Model A with the new Model C 10 horsepower engine. In addition the Model AC had a 78 inch wheelbase, 6 inches long than the Model A. Price in 1904 $850.00 for the Runabout and $950.00 with Tonneau.

In October of 1904 The Ford Motor Co. introduced the four cylinder Model B (shown below). It was a drastic shift in direction for Henry Ford. It was a four passenger touring type automobile powered by a 318 cubic inch 4 cylinder engine that was rated at 24 horsepower. Transmission was a two speed with one reverse and shaft drive.

Additional features of the 1904 Ford Model B included - 92 inch wheelbase, 55 inch tread, 32 x 3 1/2 inch wheels and tires, leather interior, painted dark green body yellow running gear, Holley Carburetor, 2 oil lamps, horn and tools. Price in 1904 - $2,000.00

1904 Model B and Model C

Introduced in September, 1904 the Model C Ford combines all the good features of the popular two cylinder car of 1903 and 1904, known as Model A. The Model C was a medium priced, roomy, light car, a simple car and one with ample power. The most important changes were the 10 horsepower two cylinder water cooled engine and increased wheel base to 78 inches. Price in 1904 - $850.00 for the Runabout and $950.00 with Tonneau. The Ford Model B, C and F Automobiles followed in 1905.