Baker Electric Model V, one of the first electric vehicles to be auctioned off

Dec 19, 2025

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One of first ever electric cars – made 113 years ago – set to sell for £375,000 Story from Jam Press (First Electric Car) Pictured: Power comes from a 60-volt battery feeding a General Electric high-speed motor, controlled by an advanced five-speed rotary controller. One of first ever electric cars – made 113 years ago – set to sell for £375,000 One of the first ever electric cars is set to sell for £375,000. The restored Baker Electric Model V, built in 1912, is heading to auction. It’s widely regarded as one of the finest early electric cars ever produced. The car being offered is a Model V four-passenger Special Extension Coupe, one of the last and most desirable enclosed Baker designs. It features elegant, lightweight aluminium b Copyright: xJamxPress CourtesyxofxRMxSotheby s
One of first ever electric cars – made 113 years ago – set to sell for £375,000 Story from Jam Press (First Electric Car) Pictured: Power comes from a 60-volt battery feeding a General Electric high-speed motor, controlled by an advanced five-speed rotary controller. One of first ever electric cars – made 113 years ago – set to sell for £375,000 One of the first ever electric cars is set to sell for £375,000. The restored Baker Electric Model V, built in 1912, is heading to auction. It’s widely regarded as one of the finest early electric cars ever produced. The car being offered is a Model V four-passenger Special Extension Coupe, one of the last and most desirable enclosed Baker designs. It features elegant, lightweight aluminium b Copyright: xJamxPress CourtesyxofxRMxSotheby s
One of first ever electric cars – made 113 years ago – set to sell for £375,000 Story from Jam Press (First Electric Car) Pictured: Power comes from a 60-volt battery feeding a General Electric high-speed motor, controlled by an advanced five-speed rotary controller. One of first ever electric cars – made 113 years ago – set to sell for £375,000 One of the first ever electric cars is set to sell for £375,000. The restored Baker Electric Model V, built in 1912, is heading to auction. It’s widely regarded as one of the finest early electric cars ever produced. The car being offered is a Model V four-passenger Special Extension Coupe, one of the last and most desirable enclosed Baker designs. It features elegant, lightweight aluminium b Copyright: xJamxPress CourtesyxofxRMxSotheby s
One of first ever electric cars – made 113 years ago – set to sell for £375,000 Story from Jam Press (First Electric Car) Pictured: The restored Baker Electric Model V, built in 1912. One of first ever electric cars – made 113 years ago – set to sell for £375,000 One of the first ever electric cars is set to sell for £375,000. The restored Baker Electric Model V, built in 1912, is heading to auction. It’s widely regarded as one of the finest early electric cars ever produced. The car being offered is a Model V four-passenger Special Extension Coupe, one of the last and most desirable enclosed Baker designs. It features elegant, lightweight aluminium bodywork, a style discontinued shortly after, as reported by Luxury Auto News. Power Copyright: xJamxPress CourtesyxofxRMxSotheby s
One of first ever electric cars – made 113 years ago – set to sell for £375,000 Story from Jam Press (First Electric Car) Pictured: The restored Baker Electric Model V, built in 1912. One of first ever electric cars – made 113 years ago – set to sell for £375,000 One of the first ever electric cars is set to sell for £375,000. The restored Baker Electric Model V, built in 1912, is heading to auction. It’s widely regarded as one of the finest early electric cars ever produced. The car being offered is a Model V four-passenger Special Extension Coupe, one of the last and most desirable enclosed Baker designs. It features elegant, lightweight aluminium bodywork, a style discontinued shortly after, as reported by Luxury Auto News. Power Copyright: xJamxPress CourtesyxofxRMxSotheby s
One of first ever electric cars – made 113 years ago – set to sell for £375,000 Story from Jam Press (First Electric Car) Pictured: The restored Baker Electric Model V, built in 1912. One of first ever electric cars – made 113 years ago – set to sell for £375,000 One of the first ever electric cars is set to sell for £375,000. The restored Baker Electric Model V, built in 1912, is heading to auction. It’s widely regarded as one of the finest early electric cars ever produced. The car being offered is a Model V four-passenger Special Extension Coupe, one of the last and most desirable enclosed Baker designs. It features elegant, lightweight aluminium bodywork, a style discontinued shortly after, as reported by Luxury Auto News. Power Copyright: xJamxPress CourtesyxofxRMxSotheby s
One of first ever electric cars – made 113 years ago – set to sell for £375,000 Story from Jam Press (First Electric Car) Pictured: The restored Baker Electric Model V, built in 1912. One of first ever electric cars – made 113 years ago – set to sell for £375,000 One of the first ever electric cars is set to sell for £375,000. The restored Baker Electric Model V, built in 1912, is heading to auction. It’s widely regarded as one of the finest early electric cars ever produced. The car being offered is a Model V four-passenger Special Extension Coupe, one of the last and most desirable enclosed Baker designs. It features elegant, lightweight aluminium bodywork, a style discontinued shortly after, as reported by Luxury Auto News. Power Copyright: xJamxPress CourtesyxofxRMxSotheby s
One of first ever electric cars – made 113 years ago – set to sell for £375,000 Story from Jam Press (First Electric Car) Pictured: The restored Baker Electric Model V, built in 1912. One of first ever electric cars – made 113 years ago – set to sell for £375,000 One of the first ever electric cars is set to sell for £375,000. The restored Baker Electric Model V, built in 1912, is heading to auction. It’s widely regarded as one of the finest early electric cars ever produced. The car being offered is a Model V four-passenger Special Extension Coupe, one of the last and most desirable enclosed Baker designs. It features elegant, lightweight aluminium bodywork, a style discontinued shortly after, as reported by Luxury Auto News. Power Copyright: xJamxPress CourtesyxofxRMxSotheby s
One of first ever electric cars – made 113 years ago – set to sell for £375,000 Story from Jam Press (First Electric Car) Pictured: The restored Baker Electric Model V, built in 1912. One of first ever electric cars – made 113 years ago – set to sell for £375,000 One of the first ever electric cars is set to sell for £375,000. The restored Baker Electric Model V, built in 1912, is heading to auction. It’s widely regarded as one of the finest early electric cars ever produced. The car being offered is a Model V four-passenger Special Extension Coupe, one of the last and most desirable enclosed Baker designs. It features elegant, lightweight aluminium bodywork, a style discontinued shortly after, as reported by Luxury Auto News. Power Copyright: xJamxPress CourtesyxofxRMxSotheby s
One of first ever electric cars – made 113 years ago – set to sell for £375,000 Story from Jam Press (First Electric Car) Pictured: The restored Baker Electric Model V, built in 1912. One of first ever electric cars – made 113 years ago – set to sell for £375,000 One of the first ever electric cars is set to sell for £375,000. The restored Baker Electric Model V, built in 1912, is heading to auction. It’s widely regarded as one of the finest early electric cars ever produced. The car being offered is a Model V four-passenger Special Extension Coupe, one of the last and most desirable enclosed Baker designs. It features elegant, lightweight aluminium bodywork, a style discontinued shortly after, as reported by Luxury Auto News. Power Copyright: xJamxPress CourtesyxofxRMxSotheby s
One of first ever electric cars – made 113 years ago – set to sell for £375,000 Story from Jam Press (First Electric Car) Pictured: The restored Baker Electric Model V, built in 1912. One of first ever electric cars – made 113 years ago – set to sell for £375,000 One of the first ever electric cars is set to sell for £375,000. The restored Baker Electric Model V, built in 1912, is heading to auction. It’s widely regarded as one of the finest early electric cars ever produced. The car being offered is a Model V four-passenger Special Extension Coupe, one of the last and most desirable enclosed Baker designs. It features elegant, lightweight aluminium bodywork, a style discontinued shortly after, as reported by Luxury Auto News. Power Copyright: xJamxPress CourtesyxofxRMxSotheby s
One of first ever electric cars – made 113 years ago – set to sell for £375,000 Story from Jam Press (First Electric Car) Pictured: Inside the restored Baker Electric Model V, built in 1912. One of first ever electric cars – made 113 years ago – set to sell for £375,000 One of the first ever electric cars is set to sell for £375,000. The restored Baker Electric Model V, built in 1912, is heading to auction. It’s widely regarded as one of the finest early electric cars ever produced. The car being offered is a Model V four-passenger Special Extension Coupe, one of the last and most desirable enclosed Baker designs. It features elegant, lightweight aluminium bodywork, a style discontinued shortly after, as reported by Luxury Auto News. Copyright: xJamxPress CourtesyxofxRMxSotheby s
One of first ever electric cars – made 113 years ago – set to sell for £375,000 Story from Jam Press (First Electric Car) Pictured: Inside the restored Baker Electric Model V, built in 1912. One of first ever electric cars – made 113 years ago – set to sell for £375,000 One of the first ever electric cars is set to sell for £375,000. The restored Baker Electric Model V, built in 1912, is heading to auction. It’s widely regarded as one of the finest early electric cars ever produced. The car being offered is a Model V four-passenger Special Extension Coupe, one of the last and most desirable enclosed Baker designs. It features elegant, lightweight aluminium bodywork, a style discontinued shortly after, as reported by Luxury Auto News. Copyright: xJamxPress CourtesyxofxRMxSotheby s
One of first ever electric cars – made 113 years ago – set to sell for £375,000 Story from Jam Press (First Electric Car) Pictured: Inside the restored Baker Electric Model V, built in 1912. One of first ever electric cars – made 113 years ago – set to sell for £375,000 One of the first ever electric cars is set to sell for £375,000. The restored Baker Electric Model V, built in 1912, is heading to auction. It’s widely regarded as one of the finest early electric cars ever produced. The car being offered is a Model V four-passenger Special Extension Coupe, one of the last and most desirable enclosed Baker designs. It features elegant, lightweight aluminium bodywork, a style discontinued shortly after, as reported by Luxury Auto News. Copyright: xJamxPress CourtesyxofxRMxSotheby s
One of first ever electric cars – made 113 years ago – set to sell for £375,000 Story from Jam Press (First Electric Car) Pictured: Inside the restored Baker Electric Model V, built in 1912. One of first ever electric cars – made 113 years ago – set to sell for £375,000 One of the first ever electric cars is set to sell for £375,000. The restored Baker Electric Model V, built in 1912, is heading to auction. It’s widely regarded as one of the finest early electric cars ever produced. The car being offered is a Model V four-passenger Special Extension Coupe, one of the last and most desirable enclosed Baker designs. It features elegant, lightweight aluminium bodywork, a style discontinued shortly after, as reported by Luxury Auto News. Copyright: xJamxPress CourtesyxofxRMxSotheby s
One of first ever electric cars – made 113 years ago – set to sell for £375,000 Story from Jam Press (First Electric Car) Pictured: Inside the restored Baker Electric Model V, built in 1912. One of first ever electric cars – made 113 years ago – set to sell for £375,000 One of the first ever electric cars is set to sell for £375,000. The restored Baker Electric Model V, built in 1912, is heading to auction. It’s widely regarded as one of the finest early electric cars ever produced. The car being offered is a Model V four-passenger Special Extension Coupe, one of the last and most desirable enclosed Baker designs. It features elegant, lightweight aluminium bodywork, a style discontinued shortly after, as reported by Luxury Auto News. Copyright: xJamxPress CourtesyxofxRMxSotheby s
One of first ever electric cars – made 113 years ago – set to sell for £375,000 Story from Jam Press (First Electric Car) Pictured: Inside the restored Baker Electric Model V, built in 1912. One of first ever electric cars – made 113 years ago – set to sell for £375,000 One of the first ever electric cars is set to sell for £375,000. The restored Baker Electric Model V, built in 1912, is heading to auction. It’s widely regarded as one of the finest early electric cars ever produced. The car being offered is a Model V four-passenger Special Extension Coupe, one of the last and most desirable enclosed Baker designs. It features elegant, lightweight aluminium bodywork, a style discontinued shortly after, as reported by Luxury Auto News. Copyright: xJamxPress CourtesyxofxRMxSotheby s
One of first ever electric cars – made 113 years ago – set to sell for £375,000 Story from Jam Press (First Electric Car) Pictured: Inside the restored Baker Electric Model V, built in 1912. One of first ever electric cars – made 113 years ago – set to sell for £375,000 One of the first ever electric cars is set to sell for £375,000. The restored Baker Electric Model V, built in 1912, is heading to auction. It’s widely regarded as one of the finest early electric cars ever produced. The car being offered is a Model V four-passenger Special Extension Coupe, one of the last and most desirable enclosed Baker designs. It features elegant, lightweight aluminium bodywork, a style discontinued shortly after, as reported by Luxury Auto News. Copyright: xJamxPress CourtesyxofxRMxSotheby s
One of first ever electric cars – made 113 years ago – set to sell for £375,000 Story from Jam Press (First Electric Car) Pictured: Inside the restored Baker Electric Model V, built in 1912. One of first ever electric cars – made 113 years ago – set to sell for £375,000 One of the first ever electric cars is set to sell for £375,000. The restored Baker Electric Model V, built in 1912, is heading to auction. It’s widely regarded as one of the finest early electric cars ever produced. The car being offered is a Model V four-passenger Special Extension Coupe, one of the last and most desirable enclosed Baker designs. It features elegant, lightweight aluminium bodywork, a style discontinued shortly after, as reported by Luxury Auto News. Copyright: xJamxPress CourtesyxofxRMxSotheby s
One of first ever electric cars – made 113 years ago – set to sell for £375,000 Story from Jam Press (First Electric Car) Pictured: Inside the restored Baker Electric Model V, built in 1912. One of first ever electric cars – made 113 years ago – set to sell for £375,000 One of the first ever electric cars is set to sell for £375,000. The restored Baker Electric Model V, built in 1912, is heading to auction. It’s widely regarded as one of the finest early electric cars ever produced. The car being offered is a Model V four-passenger Special Extension Coupe, one of the last and most desirable enclosed Baker designs. It features elegant, lightweight aluminium bodywork, a style discontinued shortly after, as reported by Luxury Auto News. Copyright: xJamxPress CourtesyxofxRMxSotheby s
One of first ever electric cars – made 113 years ago – set to sell for £375,000 Story from Jam Press (First Electric Car) Pictured: The restored Baker Electric Model V, built in 1912. One of first ever electric cars – made 113 years ago – set to sell for £375,000 One of the first ever electric cars is set to sell for £375,000. The restored Baker Electric Model V, built in 1912, is heading to auction. It’s widely regarded as one of the finest early electric cars ever produced. The car being offered is a Model V four-passenger Special Extension Coupe, one of the last and most desirable enclosed Baker designs. It features elegant, lightweight aluminium bodywork, a style discontinued shortly after, as reported by Luxury Auto News. Power Copyright: xJamxPress CourtesyxofxRMxSotheby s
One of first ever electric cars – made 113 years ago – set to sell for £375,000 Story from Jam Press (First Electric Car) Pictured: The restored Baker Electric Model V, built in 1912. One of first ever electric cars – made 113 years ago – set to sell for £375,000 One of the first ever electric cars is set to sell for £375,000. The restored Baker Electric Model V, built in 1912, is heading to auction. It’s widely regarded as one of the finest early electric cars ever produced. The car being offered is a Model V four-passenger Special Extension Coupe, one of the last and most desirable enclosed Baker designs. It features elegant, lightweight aluminium bodywork, a style discontinued shortly after, as reported by Luxury Auto News. Power Copyright: xJamxPress CourtesyxofxRMxSotheby s
One of first ever electric cars – made 113 years ago – set to sell for £375,000 Story from Jam Press (First Electric Car) Pictured: The restored Baker Electric Model V, built in 1912. One of first ever electric cars – made 113 years ago – set to sell for £375,000 One of the first ever electric cars is set to sell for £375,000. The restored Baker Electric Model V, built in 1912, is heading to auction. It’s widely regarded as one of the finest early electric cars ever produced. The car being offered is a Model V four-passenger Special Extension Coupe, one of the last and most desirable enclosed Baker designs. It features elegant, lightweight aluminium bodywork, a style discontinued shortly after, as reported by Luxury Auto News. Power Copyright: xJamxPress CourtesyxofxRMxSotheby s
One of first ever electric cars – made 113 years ago – set to sell for £375,000 Story from Jam Press (First Electric Car) Pictured: The restored Baker Electric Model V, built in 1912. One of first ever electric cars – made 113 years ago – set to sell for £375,000 One of the first ever electric cars is set to sell for £375,000. The restored Baker Electric Model V, built in 1912, is heading to auction. It’s widely regarded as one of the finest early electric cars ever produced. The car being offered is a Model V four-passenger Special Extension Coupe, one of the last and most desirable enclosed Baker designs. It features elegant, lightweight aluminium bodywork, a style discontinued shortly after, as reported by Luxury Auto News. Power Copyright: xJamxPress CourtesyxofxRMxSotheby s
One of first ever electric cars – made 113 years ago – set to sell for £375,000 Story from Jam Press (First Electric Car) Pictured: The restored Baker Electric Model V, built in 1912. One of first ever electric cars – made 113 years ago – set to sell for £375,000 One of the first ever electric cars is set to sell for £375,000. The restored Baker Electric Model V, built in 1912, is heading to auction. It’s widely regarded as one of the finest early electric cars ever produced. The car being offered is a Model V four-passenger Special Extension Coupe, one of the last and most desirable enclosed Baker designs. It features elegant, lightweight aluminium bodywork, a style discontinued shortly after, as reported by Luxury Auto News. Power Copyright: xJamxPress CourtesyxofxRMxSotheby s
One of first ever electric cars – made 113 years ago – set to sell for £375,000 Story from Jam Press (First Electric Car) Pictured: The restored Baker Electric Model V, built in 1912. One of first ever electric cars – made 113 years ago – set to sell for £375,000 One of the first ever electric cars is set to sell for £375,000. The restored Baker Electric Model V, built in 1912, is heading to auction. It’s widely regarded as one of the finest early electric cars ever produced. The car being offered is a Model V four-passenger Special Extension Coupe, one of the last and most desirable enclosed Baker designs. It features elegant, lightweight aluminium bodywork, a style discontinued shortly after, as reported by Luxury Auto News. Power Copyright: xJamxPress CourtesyxofxRMxSotheby s
One of first ever electric cars – made 113 years ago – set to sell for £375,000 Story from Jam Press (First Electric Car) Pictured: The restored Baker Electric Model V, built in 1912. One of first ever electric cars – made 113 years ago – set to sell for £375,000 One of the first ever electric cars is set to sell for £375,000. The restored Baker Electric Model V, built in 1912, is heading to auction. It’s widely regarded as one of the finest early electric cars ever produced. The car being offered is a Model V four-passenger Special Extension Coupe, one of the last and most desirable enclosed Baker designs. It features elegant, lightweight aluminium bodywork, a style discontinued shortly after, as reported by Luxury Auto News. Power Copyright: xJamxPress CourtesyxofxRMxSotheby s
One of first ever electric cars – made 113 years ago – set to sell for £375,000 Story from Jam Press (First Electric Car) Pictured: The restored Baker Electric Model V, built in 1912. One of first ever electric cars – made 113 years ago – set to sell for £375,000 One of the first ever electric cars is set to sell for £375,000. The restored Baker Electric Model V, built in 1912, is heading to auction. It’s widely regarded as one of the finest early electric cars ever produced. The car being offered is a Model V four-passenger Special Extension Coupe, one of the last and most desirable enclosed Baker designs. It features elegant, lightweight aluminium bodywork, a style discontinued shortly after, as reported by Luxury Auto News. Power Copyright: xJamxPress CourtesyxofxRMxSotheby s
One of first ever electric cars – made 113 years ago – set to sell for £375,000 Story from Jam Press (First Electric Car) Pictured: The restored Baker Electric Model V, built in 1912. One of first ever electric cars – made 113 years ago – set to sell for £375,000 One of the first ever electric cars is set to sell for £375,000. The restored Baker Electric Model V, built in 1912, is heading to auction. It’s widely regarded as one of the finest early electric cars ever produced. The car being offered is a Model V four-passenger Special Extension Coupe, one of the last and most desirable enclosed Baker designs. It features elegant, lightweight aluminium bodywork, a style discontinued shortly after, as reported by Luxury Auto News. Power Copyright: xJamxPress CourtesyxofxRMxSotheby s
One of first ever electric cars – made 113 years ago – set to sell for £375,000 Story from Jam Press (First Electric Car) Pictured: Inside the restored Baker Electric Model V, built in 1912. One of first ever electric cars – made 113 years ago – set to sell for £375,000 One of the first ever electric cars is set to sell for £375,000. The restored Baker Electric Model V, built in 1912, is heading to auction. It’s widely regarded as one of the finest early electric cars ever produced. The car being offered is a Model V four-passenger Special Extension Coupe, one of the last and most desirable enclosed Baker designs. It features elegant, lightweight aluminium bodywork, a style discontinued shortly after, as reported by Luxury Auto News. Copyright: xJamxPress CourtesyxofxRMxSotheby s
One of first ever electric cars – made 113 years ago – set to sell for £375,000 Story from Jam Press (First Electric Car) Pictured: The restored Baker Electric Model V, built in 1912. One of first ever electric cars – made 113 years ago – set to sell for £375,000 One of the first ever electric cars is set to sell for £375,000. The restored Baker Electric Model V, built in 1912, is heading to auction. It’s widely regarded as one of the finest early electric cars ever produced. The car being offered is a Model V four-passenger Special Extension Coupe, one of the last and most desirable enclosed Baker designs. It features elegant, lightweight aluminium bodywork, a style discontinued shortly after, as reported by Luxury Auto News. Power Copyright: xJamxPress CourtesyxofxRMxSotheby s
One of first ever electric cars – made 113 years ago – set to sell for £375,000 Story from Jam Press (First Electric Car) Pictured: The restored Baker Electric Model V, built in 1912. One of first ever electric cars – made 113 years ago – set to sell for £375,000 One of the first ever electric cars is set to sell for £375,000. The restored Baker Electric Model V, built in 1912, is heading to auction. It’s widely regarded as one of the finest early electric cars ever produced. The car being offered is a Model V four-passenger Special Extension Coupe, one of the last and most desirable enclosed Baker designs. It features elegant, lightweight aluminium bodywork, a style discontinued shortly after, as reported by Luxury Auto News. Power Copyright: xJamxPress CourtesyxofxRMxSotheby s

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