Simplo
The Simplo was an American high wheeler automobile manufactured from 1908 until 1909 by the Cook Motor Vehicle Company in St. Louis, Missouri.[1]
 1908 Simplo Model C runabaout | |
| Industry | Automotive |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1908 |
| Defunct | 1909 |
| Fate | converted to automobile dealership |
| Headquarters | St. Louis, Missouri, |
| Products | High wheeler |
Production output | unknown (1908-1909) |
| Brands | Simplo |
1909 Simplo Model L from article in Cycle and Automobile Trade Journal
History
Cook Motor Vehicle Company of St. Louis advertised the Simplo as The biggest automobile value in America. Several variations were offered; air or water-cooled 2-cylinder engines and both solid or pneumatic tires. The Simplo featured a friction transmission, double chain drive and right-hand wheel steering on the runabout, priced at $600, equivalent to $11,540 in 2022.[1][2][3]
In 1909, roadster and surrey models were added, but after a year of trying, the Cook Motor Vehicle Company decided to become a multi-marque automobile dealership.[1]
References
- Kimes, Beverly Rae; Clark Jr., Henry Austin (1996). Standard Catalog of American Cars 1805-1942 (3rd ed.). Krause Publications. ISBN 978-0-87341-428-9.
- Cycle and Automobile Trade Journal. Chilton Company. 1908.
- Spokesman of the Carriage and Associate Trades. Spokesman Publishing Company. 1908.
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