1910 Stevens-Duryea Model XXX Runabout
- Engine
- 318 CID L-head inline four-cylinder, 24 hp
- Colour
- Red
A 1910 Stevens-Duryea Model XXX Runabout, one of only three correct surviving examples of this rare sporting variant built on a shortened chassis alongside the Model X luxury tourer. Previously part of the collections of Connecticut enthusiast David Reed and William G. Lassiter Jr., it was restored to exacting standards by a marque specialist after Reed acquired it in the 1980s. The car subsequently spent over 25 years in the William Alley Collection and has been a regular concours exhibit in the northeastern United States.
Ownership
- 2025-10-03Auction saleEstimate US$130,000 – US$160,000
- Date unknownAcquisition unknownDavid Reedpartial documentation
Connecticut-based collector who acquired the car in the 1980s; found the chassis to be largely original and correct. Owned another XXX example for reference and commissioned a marque specialist to carry out a thorough restoration.
- Date unknownAcquisition unknownWilliam G. Lassiter Jr.partial documentation
Car held a prominent place in this collector's assembled collection following its time with Reed.
- Date unknownAcquisition unknownWilliam Alleypartial documentation
Retained the vehicle for over 25 years; during this period the car was regularly exhibited at concours events in the northeastern United States.
Competition
- —Concours show events, northeastern United States
Car was a recurring and well-regarded exhibit at high-level concours gatherings in the northeast during its time with the Alley collection.
Maintenance & restoration
- —RestorationMarque specialist (unnamed)
Following acquisition in the 1980s, the car was comprehensively restored by a recognised marque specialist to a high standard of correctness, using the owner's second XXX-series car as a reference example.
Restoration documentation, receipts, and photographs are included with the car.
- —Engine rebuild
The engine was freshly rebuilt and fitted with a modern electric starter to facilitate easier cold starting.
Part of recent preparation work costing over $20,000, aimed at readying the car for top-tier concours showing and reliable touring.
- —Service
Extensive detailing and preparation work carried out at a cost exceeding $20,000, bringing the car to a standard suitable for premier concours events and extended touring use.
Work is supported by a substantial file of receipts and photographic records.
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