The 1924 Dodge Brothers Coupe was renowned for its exceptional craftsmanship and quality. Equipped with a reliable inline-four-cylinder engine, it offered decent horsepower for its time. The interior boasted luxurious appointments, providing passengers with a comfortable and peaceful ride. It exemplified automotive innovation, showcasing the company’s evolving engineering and design expertise. However, locating original examples, such as the one featured in this video, has become incredibly rare.

Classic Car Rescue stumbled upon this hidden gem, the Dodge coupe, which had been stored in a barn for over eight decades. The last time it was driven was in 1940, during Franklin Delano Roosevelt’s tenure as president, and just a year before the eruption of the Second World War. Despite being almost a century old, the car still remains remarkably intact. All four wheels move freely, facilitating its easy removal from the barn. The body and interior are in good condition and would be presentable with a thorough cleaning.

However, reviving this classic vehicle will require more effort. The electrical system has become fragile over time, and finding necessary components like points or a condenser at a local auto parts store will prove challenging. Similarly, the spark plugs, larger than their modern counterparts, may not be readily available. On a positive note, most primary components of the Dodge’s engine are similar to those found in contemporary automobiles, making troubleshooting relatively straightforward.

In essence, an internal combustion engine necessitates air, fuel, and an ignition source to function. With these elements and a little perseverance, even long-dormant vehicles like the Dodge in question or the 1916 Federal Motors truck featured last week can be brought back to life. Gradually, the Dodge roars to life, its engine chugging along, gathering the courage to move under its own power, finally embarking on the road once more.

A century has passed since the Dodge Brothers coupe rolled off the assembly line at the factory near Hamtramck, Michigan. Over the years, Dodge, as well as the city of Detroit and communities like Hamtramck, have undergone significant transformations. Nevertheless, the automaker continues to produce vehicles, including the Dodge Charger and Challenger. These cars still operate on the same principle as the Dodge Brothers coupe from a hundred years ago.