Martin Aerodynamic- 1928

The Martin, despite vigorous promotion, never went beyond three prototypes. Before you is a one-of-a-kind aerodynamic vehicle built by Martin Aircraft Company of Garden City, New York. Martin’s concept was to create a four-seater streamlined car along Paul Jaray’s principles. Notice the pontoon-shaped underbody, fully covered rear wheels, and a deep-sloping front with the body tapering toward the rear. It is powered by a 4 cylinder, water cooled rear engine and has airplane-type suspension–which means no springs. The aluminum body has one door that opens into the back seat. The Martin was presented at the 1932 National Automobile Show in New York but the Great Depression was detrimental to the Martin. 

Specifications:
Manufacturer: Martin Aeroplane Factory
Country of Origin: USA
Drivetrain Configuration: Rear engine, rear wheel drive
Engine: Water-cooled, 4 cylinder Continental Red Seal
Transmission: 3 speed manual
Top Speed: 107 mph
Years of Production: 1928
Number Produced: 1
Original Cost: $17,000