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A refined and reliable touring car from Flint’s golden age—offering upscale style and solid performance in a post-WWI America

The 1919 Dort Model 11 is a lesser-known but well-regarded automobile from the early days of American motoring. Built by the Dort Motor Car Company of Flint, Michigan, it stood out for its quality construction and upscale design, offering an alternative to mass-market cars like the Ford Model T.  The Model 11 was introduced by the Dort Motor Car Company in 1917 and produced through 1919. Production numbers for early 20th-century carmakers like Dort aren’t always precisely documented, but historical automotive sources estimate that approximately 9,000 to 12,000 units of the Dort Model 11 were built during its production run.  Estimated survivors: Around 20 to 30 vehicles, total with likely 10 to 15 in Restored/Operable Condition.  Motor Inn / Zink Motor Company sold Dort automobiles from 1915-1919.  This Model 11 is an example of a Dort Motor Car that would have been sold from our current 1918 Ford designed facility.

Overview

  • The Model 11 was a touring car, designed to compete with mid-level vehicles of the day
  • It had seating for 5 passengers and an open-top body style with a folding soft top
  • Built with an emphasis on comfort and refinement, often featuring full upholstery and stylish body lines

Features

  • Engine: 4-cylinder Lycoming engine (about 30–35 hp)
  • Transmission: 3-speed manual, floor-shifted
  • Drive: Rear-wheel drive
  • Top Speed: ~45–50 mph
  • Chassis: Sturdy ladder frame, longer than a Model T’s
  • Brakes: Mechanical brakes on rear wheels
  • Suspension: Semi-elliptic leaf springs
  • Wheels: Wooden artillery wheels with demountable rims

Design Details

  • Body typically finished in deep, elegant colors, not just black (unlike Ford at the time)
  • More refined trim and paint than entry-level cars
  • Cowl lights, nickel or brass trim, and a more car-like appearance compared to the boxy Model T
  • Often came with a windshield, rearview mirror, speedometer, and other “luxury” touches of the era