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Replacing the Model 35 of 1907, Thomas launched their 1908 model with both six and four cylinder engines.

Powering the 1908 model were large-bore engines that were similar to the units first revealed by E.R. Thomas in 1905. A cross-flow, T-head design with indivudual cylinder castings was similar to the Mercedes and Panhard of the period. The 1908 model used a new dual-chain drive line system. Some cars used the Atwater Kent Manufacturing Company ignition system.

Chassis & Sales

1908 Thomas Flyer Model F 4-60 Tourer - sold for $51,480 The Aston Martin Heritage Trust through Piers Loxton-Edwards have kindly provided copies of the early factory records for this car which confirm it to have been fitted with the Standard Touring bodywork that it still wears today and this was finished in black and trimmed in green upholstery. Their ownership records state it to have been sold to G.E. Layte & Co. Ltd. and then through Masons Garage on London's Maddox Street, W1. A new owner, Mrs... more
Gallery: 2010 Greenwich Collectors' Motorcars and Automobilia Auction by Bonhams

1908 Thomas Flyer Model F 4-60hp Tourer - sold for $733,000 The present custodians of the Thomas have always maintained that old cars are to be used rather than looked at, and for this reason the car received a generous amount of attention to ensure that it would provide the ultimate road tour car. In the mid-1990s during an engine rebuild, this necessitated casting of one replacement cylinder jug, and as a concession to advancing years and 2000s driving conditions a modern clutch was fitted. The patte... more
Gallery: Bonhams 2010 Exceptional Motorcars and Automobilia

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