What a wonderful video! My great, great uncle was Lewis Strang. You obviously know his history. It is so wonderful to have a live picture and video of the type of car he actually drove. Bravo to you!
I had to refresh my memory and do a little looking into your great uncle Lewis… What a story! Thank you so much for your comment and pointing me in that direction. I plan on checking with Alan soon to see what kind of research is possible on his particular car, as it might relate… Have a great day!
I feel compelled to add one or two thoughts to this story. Mr Vanderbilt, having seen the French GP in 1906 ordered ( it is believed) 10 smaller versions of the racing cars to race in the USA. Today, they are known as the Vanderbilt Renaults and there are five survivors. I was fortunate enough to buy one of these cars in the UK, it had been over here since before the 2nd WW. It had the same engine as the car here depicted here but I do know that it was a standard large engine Renault used in large Limousines at the time ( I have seen a very original one , then in the UK)The 1906 GP cars had 12986cc engines, almost twice that of the Vanderbilt cars. The two main differences between the Mr Travis car and the Vanderbilt cars is the rake of the steering column and the different rear suspension. The VCC lists the car as a roadster and the Vanderbilt car as a racer. There are a number of other differences not worth bothering with here. His car, nice though it is, is not a Vanderbilt car. Renault did make especially good cars. I drove mine for thousands of miles, raced it, hill climbed it and toured with it. I drove it flat out and achieved 82mph. The late Phil Hill drove it from John o Groats to Lands end ( over a thousand miles) without the slightest problem. I have written this in the interests of history and record, not in any way to denigrate the Travis car or the owner's experience of it.
What a wonderful car and great presentation! Alan is so knowledgeable and a really good story teller. I hope you have him on again soon with more of his collection. Thank you!
@@BarryTsGarage Thank you Barry. I cant wait. I love your videos. You have a wonderful conversational style and you let your guests and their cars shine. I am an illustrator and book designer working on a project about older cars right now and your videos have been a great source of information for me. THANK YOU!
@@BarryTsGarage Thank you for your interest! The project is progressing well and I am on track for handing it off to the printer this summer. I would love your feedback and I would be happy to send you some pages to view before publication if there is a private way to send them to you. Otherwise I will let you know when it's printed. Thank you!
That was fantastic,,, the best thing on CZcams in recent memory,, thank you so much for posting this! I do have a question though,, the oil drippers weren't dripping as it sat there but when he started it they were,, what is it that drives or activates the oil dripping system?
That is a great question, and I should’ve thought to ask that! I’ll try to remember to ask Alan next time I see him and I will post back with the answer. If I am to guess right now there must be some kind of a driveline connected pump or something? You have me curious too!
@@BarryTsGarage There may be a simple on off switch-valve to activate the system and we just didn't get it on camera but if you get a definitive answer please let me know..
@@2packs4sure OK I spoke with Alan and have your answer… The engine actually pressurizes or vacuums the oil separately by circuit based on natural vacuum and pressures from the engine as it’s running. This way it creates more oil movement by increase in RPM Not what I expected.
@@2packs4sure OK I spoke with Alan and have your answer… The engine actually pressurizes or vacuums the oil separately by circuit based on natural vacuum and pressures from the engine as it’s running. This way it creates more oil movement by increase in RPM Not what I expected.
Where do I start? The longer I watched, the more interesting it got! The oiling system, the 4 spd shifter like a bike, the horn, etc. An amazing car, and an amazing story. Kept my attention for the full video. Neat info on the headlights as well. I like the idea that if I drive, my wife should be in charge of any tire changing! Lol! Thanks for the great interview and video! Thank you to the owner as well for his time and stories!
Mark, I got to tell you it was a lot of fun and, thankfully, I think Alan is willing to have me back for another vehicle! Thanks for all your support, my friend!
@@BarryTsGarage Anytime Barry. I look forward to another video with him. He is very good at explaining and making it interesting! You are a great team!
Absolutely mind-blowing. The oldest car I’ve had the privilege of driving was a superbly restored 1924 Model T Ford Doctors Coupe. However this 1907 Renault would be from another world. Many thanks for the superb presentation!
@@grantzippel1666 thank you for your kind words, Grant! Many thanks to Alan Travis, because he was willing to share the car and his explanation of things is superb…
How were these cars originally purchased, what means of monetary system was used? Was it Silver, and Gold? If so what was the original price of something like this?
It’s pretty hard to learn the answer - the original race car was just built to win, which is maybe not that much different than racing programs today that don’t hold back… Then the commissioning of the 10 follow-up vehicles of which this is One, I’m not aware of any invoicing or pricing really being available since they weren’t offered or marketed to the public… Thanks for your comment!
Study the 1906 French Grand Prix, that is what we were speaking of and the 1907 Renault IA we were driving is based off the 1906 Renault AK entry that year… do a little bit of searching. It’s pretty easy to find.
You obviously know nothing about what you are saying. My great, great uncle was Lewis Strang. He RACED this car in France and the USA at the Vanderbilt cup races. Look it all up in the racing hall of fame. Best of luck to you.
What a wonderful video!
My great, great uncle was Lewis Strang. You obviously know his history. It is so wonderful to have a live picture and video of the type of car he actually drove.
Bravo to you!
I had to refresh my memory and do a little looking into your great uncle Lewis… What a story! Thank you so much for your comment and pointing me in that direction. I plan on checking with Alan soon to see what kind of research is possible on his particular car, as it might relate… Have a great day!
Magnifique ! Vive #Renault !!!!
Wonderful!
I feel compelled to add one or two thoughts to this story. Mr Vanderbilt, having seen the French GP in 1906 ordered ( it is believed) 10 smaller versions of the racing cars to race in the USA. Today, they are known as the Vanderbilt Renaults and there are five survivors. I was fortunate enough to buy one of these cars in the UK, it had been over here since before the 2nd WW. It had the same engine as the car here depicted here but I do know that it was a standard large engine Renault used in large Limousines at the time ( I have seen a very original one , then in the UK)The 1906 GP cars had 12986cc engines, almost twice that of the Vanderbilt cars. The two main differences between the Mr Travis car and the Vanderbilt cars is the rake of the steering column and the different rear suspension. The VCC lists the car as a roadster and the Vanderbilt car as a racer. There are a number of other differences not worth bothering with here. His car, nice though it is, is not a Vanderbilt car. Renault did make especially good cars. I drove mine for thousands of miles, raced it, hill climbed it and toured with it. I drove it flat out and achieved 82mph. The late Phil Hill drove it from John o Groats to Lands end ( over a thousand miles) without the slightest problem.
I have written this in the interests of history and record, not in any way to denigrate the Travis car or the owner's experience of it.
I wonder how these cars were purchased then? Was it Silver, and Gold? If so how much did something like this cost?
wow !!! top !
Many thanks!!
What a wonderful car and great presentation! Alan is so knowledgeable and a really good story teller. I hope you have him on again soon with more of his collection. Thank you!
Thank you, Michael. I agree, Alan is great and I’m hoping to do another one before too long!
@@BarryTsGarage Thank you Barry. I cant wait. I love your videos. You have a wonderful conversational style and you let your guests and their cars shine. I am an illustrator and book designer working on a project about older cars right now and your videos have been a great source of information for me. THANK YOU!
Great to hear that, Michael, and thank you for your kind words. You’ll have to let me know when your projects finished I’m curious about it!
@@BarryTsGarage Thank you for your interest! The project is progressing well and I am on track for handing it off to the printer this summer. I would love your feedback and I would be happy to send you some pages to view before publication if there is a private way to send them to you. Otherwise I will let you know when it's printed. Thank you!
@@michaelmullen8373 you can email me barrytsgarage@gmail
What an advanced car for the time. It must have been well built for it to do what it still does. And the owner is the proper person to own this car.
I agree!
That was fantastic,,, the best thing on CZcams in recent memory,, thank you so much for posting this!
I do have a question though,, the oil drippers weren't dripping as it sat there but when he started it they were,, what is it that drives or activates the oil dripping system?
That is a great question, and I should’ve thought to ask that! I’ll try to remember to ask Alan next time I see him and I will post back with the answer. If I am to guess right now there must be some kind of a driveline connected pump or something? You have me curious too!
@@BarryTsGarage There may be a simple on off switch-valve to activate the system and we just didn't get it on camera but if you get a definitive answer please let me know..
@@2packs4sure OK I spoke with Alan and have your answer… The engine actually pressurizes or vacuums the oil separately by circuit based on natural vacuum and pressures from the engine as it’s running. This way it creates more oil movement by increase in RPM Not what I expected.
@@2packs4sure OK I spoke with Alan and have your answer… The engine actually pressurizes or vacuums the oil separately by circuit based on natural vacuum and pressures from the engine as it’s running. This way it creates more oil movement by increase in RPM Not what I expected.
@@BarryTsGarage Thank you sir !
500ci 4 cyl shocks me every time. that's some big thumpers
I agree! Boom boom boom
37.00 Does not sound very happy at this rpm, Sounds a lot better at 37.50. Wonderfull car.
Agreed!! Thanks
Where do I start? The longer I watched, the more interesting it got! The oiling system, the 4 spd shifter like a bike, the horn, etc. An amazing car, and an amazing story. Kept my attention for the full video. Neat info on the headlights as well. I like the idea that if I drive, my wife should be in charge of any tire changing! Lol! Thanks for the great interview and video! Thank you to the owner as well for his time and stories!
Mark, I got to tell you it was a lot of fun and, thankfully, I think Alan is willing to have me back for another vehicle! Thanks for all your support, my friend!
@@BarryTsGarage Anytime Barry. I look forward to another video with him. He is very good at explaining and making it interesting! You are a great team!
Absolutely mind-blowing. The oldest car I’ve had the privilege of driving was a superbly restored 1924 Model T Ford Doctors Coupe. However this 1907 Renault would be from another world.
Many thanks for the superb presentation!
@@grantzippel1666 thank you for your kind words, Grant! Many thanks to Alan Travis, because he was willing to share the car and his explanation of things is superb…
❤🍻😎👍👋
How were these cars originally purchased, what means of monetary system was used? Was it Silver, and Gold? If so what was the original price of something like this?
It’s pretty hard to learn the answer - the original race car was just built to win, which is maybe not that much different than racing programs today that don’t hold back… Then the commissioning of the 10 follow-up vehicles of which this is One, I’m not aware of any invoicing or pricing really being available since they weren’t offered or marketed to the public… Thanks for your comment!
It would have been nice to hear that "train horn".
I agree. I may have to push him to make that happen. Thanks!
It be nice to see lock picking lawyer examine the ignition lock.
Haha!
I guess up until 1907, Renault was never told that the French Government had given a gift in 1889 to The United States in the form of a statue.
😂
seriously you need to tell all these lies?? that´s not a racing period car. Please study
Study the 1906 French Grand Prix, that is what we were speaking of and the 1907 Renault IA we were driving is based off the 1906 Renault AK entry that year… do a little bit of searching. It’s pretty easy to find.
You obviously know nothing about what you are saying.
My great, great uncle was Lewis Strang. He RACED this car in France and the USA at the Vanderbilt cup races. Look it all up in the racing hall of fame.
Best of luck to you.
@@bcassbass please check how were the real Renualt racer cars of the period. Nothing more to say here
@@BarryTsGarage this car is a normal Renault without its body. Please came to Europe and visit museums