Boothbay Railway Auto Museum

Name: Boothbay Railway Auto Museum
Address: 586 WISCASSET Road, Boothbay, ME, 04537, US
Telephone: +12076334733

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10/09/2026

Good afternoon auto enthusiasts! Today’s Friday Feature is the 1940 Chevrolet Master 85 Two-Door Town Sedan.

For 1940, Chevrolet introduced updated styling across its passenger-car lineup, including the Master 85, Master Deluxe, and top-of-the-line Special Deluxe.

The 1940 models featured a one-piece, rear-hinged “alligator” hood, sealed-beam headlights mounted atop the front fenders, and exposed running boards for the final model year. The Master 85 came standard with a three-speed manual transmission featuring a steering-column-mounted shifter, commonly known as “three-on-the-tree.”

Power came from a 216.5-cubic-inch overhead-valve inline six-cylinder engine producing approximately 85 horsepower. The original base price is listed as $725.

09/25/2026

Good afternoon auto enthusiasts! Today’s Friday Feature is the 1938 Packard Super Eight Club Sedan.

This 1938 Packard is a member of Packard’s 16th Series and is a Super Eight, which was positioned above Packard’s more affordable models and represented the company’s continued commitment to large, powerful luxury automobiles during the late 1930s.

Power comes from Packard’s 320-cubic-inch L-head inline eight-cylinder engine, which produces 130 horsepower at 3,200 rpm. The engine is equipped with a Stromberg carburetor and is paired with a three-speed synchromesh manual transmission. The 1604 series rides on a substantial 134-inch wheelbase, contributing to the car’s spacious proportions and smooth highway ride. It is also equipped with four-wheel hydraulic drum brakes and independent front suspension, features that reflected Packard’s emphasis on both performance and refinement.

09/18/2026

Good afternoon auto enthusiasts! Today’s Friday Feature is the 1929 Ford Model A Standard Phaeton.

The phaeton was an open automobile body style inspired by the light, open horse-drawn carriages popular during the 18th and 19th centuries. Typically lacking fixed side windows, phaetons featured a folding top and removable side curtains for protection from the weather.

The 1929 Ford Model A Standard Phaeton was a four-door, five-passenger automobile powered by a 201-cubic-inch, four-cylinder L-head engine producing 40 horsepower. It featured water cooling, splash-and-gravity lubrication, a 103.5-inch wheelbase, steel-spoke wheels with balloon tires, and a 10-gallon fuel tank. The car weighed approximately 2,150 pounds.

09/11/2026

Good morning auto enthusiasts! Today’s Friday Feature is the 1911 Ford Model T C-Cab Delivery.

Ford introduced the Model T C-Cab Delivery in October 1911, making it an early example of Ford’s efforts to adapt the Model T chassis for commercial use. The vehicle featured an enclosed delivery body with a distinctive roof and cab arrangement, which gave the body style its “C-Cab” designation. Designed primarily for carrying goods rather than passengers, the C-Cab was well suited to the growing demand for dependable commercial transportation.

This 1911 vehicle also predates Ford’s famous moving assembly line. Although Ford had already developed standardized parts, specialized machinery, and increasingly efficient factory production methods, Model Ts were still assembled using stationary methods, with teams of workers performing successive operations on the vehicle. Ford began experimenting with moving assembly-line techniques at its Highland Park plant in 1913, and the system was expanded into full chassis production during 1914.

08/28/2026

Good afternoon auto enthusiasts! Today’s Friday Feature is the 1931 Peerless Deluxe Master 8 Cabriolet.

Peerless was an American luxury automobile manufacturer based in Cleveland, Ohio. Founded in 1900, the company became known for its high-quality cars and helped popularize features such as drum brakes and enclosed-body designs. As the Great Depression reduced demand for luxury vehicles, Peerless ended automobile production in 1931.

Built near the end of Peerless production, this ultra-rare cabriolet features a straight-eight engine, wire wheels, a folding roof, and mechanical brakes. Its elegant design reflects the luxury and craftsmanship Peerless was known for during its final years.

08/21/2026

Good afternoon auto enthusiasts! Today’s Friday Feature is the 1967 Pontiac GTO.

1967 marked the final year of the first-generation Pontiac GTO. The 1967 model featured a new 400-cubic-inch V8 producing 335 horsepower in standard form, with optional high-output versions producing up to 360 horsepower. Safety upgrades included a dual-circuit brake system, energy-absorbing steering column, and optional front disc brakes.

Buyers could choose from three or four-speed manual transmissions or a three-speed Turbo-Hydramatic automatic. The GTO was available as a hardtop, convertible, or sports coupe.

08/07/2026

Good morning auto enthusiasts! Today’s Friday Feature is the 1923 Ford Model T Depot Hack.

Depot hacks were designed to transport passengers and their luggage between railroad depots, hotels, and nearby destinations, making them an important link in the era of rail travel. Unlike standard Ford body styles, depot hack bodies were typically built by independent coachbuilders and mounted on Ford Model T chassis.

This 1923 Ford Model T Depot Hack has provided rides for visitors here at the Boothbay Railway Village Museum, allowing guests to experience a unique piece of early automotive and transportation history.

07/31/2026

Good afternoon auto enthusiasts! Today’s Friday Feature is the 1902 Rambler Model C.

Manufactured in Kenosha, Wisconsin, the
Rambler Model C was introduced in February 1902 as one of the earliest American mass-produced automobiles. It was powered by a 6-horsepower, single-cylinder L-head engine. The car featured a lightweight wooden body and weighed approximately 1,100 pounds.

The Model C played a significant role in the success of the Thomas B. Jeffery Company. During 1902, the company produced approximately 1,500 Rambler automobiles, making it the second-largest automobile manufacturer in the United States that year, surpassed only by the Oldsmobile Curved Dash. This achievement established Rambler as one of the pioneers of early automotive mass production.

07/17/2026

Good afternoon auto enthusiasts! Today’s Friday Feature is the 1925 Ford Model T Touring.

By 1925, nearly one out of every two cars on American roads was a Ford Model T. This 1925 Ford Model T Touring had a base price of just $290, making it one of the most affordable automobiles of its time.

Buyers could add a factory-installed electric starter for $65, replacing the traditional hand crank, and demountable rims for an additional $20 to simplify tire changes.

Standard equipment included three oil lamps—one at the rear and one on each side. Optional features included a windshield wiper, electric headlamps, folding top, horn, spare tire carrier, bumpers, and a speedometer.

06/26/2026

Good afternoon auto enthusiasts! Today’s Friday Feature is the 1950 Willys-Overland Jeepster Phaeton.

It is a Second Series VJ-3 model, available with either a four-cylinder or six-cylinder engine paired with a column-shifted three-speed manual transmission. Distinctive features included flat front fenders, chrome bumpers, a 104-inch wheelbase, and removable side curtains instead of roll-up windows. While these side curtains reflected the Jeepster's utility-inspired design, they proved less practical than the roll-up windows offered by competing convertibles, contributing to slower sales. Optional accessories included a deluxe steering wheel, locking glove compartment, cigar lighter, and Continental spare tire kit. Fewer than 20,000 Jeepsters were produced between 1948 and 1950, and the model was discontinued in 1951.

Address

586 WISCASSET Road
Boothbay, ME
04537

Telephone

+12076334733

Website

https://railwayvillage.org/explore/antique-automobile-museum/

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