The DFW Car & Toy Museum has recently expanded its collection with the addition of a rare Benz Patent-Motorwagen replica, Serial No. 044, allowing visitors to experience the vehicle that heralded the start of the automotive era. This meticulously crafted replica by John Bentley and Sons Engineering faithfully reproduces the 1885 original by Carl Benz, complete with a 954cc single-cylinder engine, leather belt-driven transmission, and tiller-style steering.
Brian Sturgeon, the museum manager, highlights the replica's significance as a 'time machine,' providing a direct link to the dawn of automotive innovation. This exhibit reinforces the museum's dedication to safeguarding automotive heritage, complementing its vast array of over 200 rare vehicles and 3,000 collectibles.
Located in Fort Worth, TX, the DFW Car & Toy Museum remains a popular destination with free admission and a wide range of exhibits, including the Bugatti Veyron and the Scooby Doo Mystery Machine. The introduction of the Benz Patent-Motorwagen replica not only diversifies the museum's displays but also serves as an educational resource, showcasing the progression of automotive technology from its earliest stages.
