Farmack Motor Car Company was an American automobile manufacturer based in Chicago, Illinois, that operated briefly from 1915 to 1916. The company was founded by Albert J. Farmer, who had extensive experience in the automotive industry, having previously worked as a superintendent for the Smith & Mabley and Rainier companies, as well as with engine manufacturers Northway.
In 1914, Farmer designed an innovative four-cylinder engine featuring a single overhead camshaft, which he incorporated into the Farmack car the following year. The production of the vehicle was supported by a group of investors from Chicago, including M.M. McIntyre, whose name contributed to the brand's title. The Farmack offered a range of models, including tourers, roadsters, and cabriolets, priced reasonably between $855 and $1,155.
However, after just over a year of operation, the company underwent a rebranding due to an influx of new capital. In 1916, the Farmack name was changed to Drexel, marking the end of the Farmack Motor Car Company's brief existence in the automotive market.
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