The world’s oldest running car to be auctioned in August

Posted on July 3, 2007
Filed Under Cars |

De Dion-BoutonAccording to this CNN article, the world’s oldest and still running automobile will be auctioned off this coming August. The four-wheeled, steam powered De Dion-Bouton et Trepardoux can reach a maximum speed of 38 miles per hour and it is powered by coal, wood and bits of paper; you have to wait 30 minutes before driving because this is how long it takes for the engine to generate enough steam to drive. The De Dion-Bouton was built in France the year 1884. The car had rear-wheel drive and front-wheel steering not to mention that it is also a race car and winner.

The auction will be held August 19th in Pebble Beach, California, and the De Dion-Bouton is expected to fetch a price between 1.5-2.0 million dollars. Only wealthy car aficionados need apply.

I wonder if you can impress the girls driving this baby in downtown LA!

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