The 1902 Panhard et Levassor Type A2 stands as a pivotal milestone in automotive history, representing the era when the automobile began to move away from the “horseless carriage” design toward a more modern architecture.
As one of the premier French manufacturers of the early 20th century, Panhard et Levassor utilized the revolutionary Système Panhard, which placed the engine at the front of the vehicle and used a rear-wheel-drive configuration, a layout that would become the industry standard for decades. The Type A2 was typically powered by a Centaure two-cylinder engine, producing around 5 to 7 horsepower, which was sufficient to propel the elegant wooden-spoke-wheeled vehicle at modest speeds.
Often featuring a “Tonneau” body style with rear-entry seating, the A2 was not only a feat of engineering but also a symbol of luxury and status during the dawn of the motoring age. Below is a collection of amazing photos of the 1902 Panhard et Levassor Type A2.
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