Lot 673
Willys, John N (1873-1935) Pioneering automobile manufacturer; U.S. ambassador to Poland from 1930-1932. A fine association of these two important early automobile industry pioneers. Typed letter signed on engraved "The Willys-Overland Company" letterhead, 10½ x 7¼ in., Toledo, Ohio, 22 Nov. 1926. To Harold C. Wills, Henry Ford's early partner in the automotive business (Ford bought Wills out), concerning production of a new six-cylinder automobile. In part: "…No doubt you have heard rumors of a new company to market a six-cylinder Knight car. It is the intention, however, to have the assembly done in Detroit, which will only require a building suitable for assembly purposes. On that account we would not be interested in any extension along the line you mention…." There are a couple of rust marks at top, else fine. Willys began his career as a bicycle manufacturer, then moved to four-wheeled-vehicles, manufacturing Willys and Overland automobiles at a plant in Toledo, Ohio.
Estimated Value $300 - 500.
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