American LaFrance was a U.S. manufacturer of fire prevention and recovery apparatus, which included fire trucks like this cab-over from 1963. The company’s roots date to 1873 and the final remnants of the firm disappeared in 2014. We don’t… more»
American LaFrance
Apr 15, 2020 • For Sale • 24 Comments
$2,500 1935 American LaFrance V12 Ladder Truck!
There are plenty of adults today that imagined themselves at some point during their childhood riding around in a shiny red firetruck. This 1935 American LaFrance Ladder Truck isn’t shiny, but it is red, and it is a barn… more»
Feb 4, 2020 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Fire Truck Museum Sell-Off!
A collector of antique fire engines and related equipment has posted his stash on craigslist, announcing that it’s time to thin the herd. The listing reflects years of collecting, as it extends beyond the typical vintage fire truck apparatus… more»
Dec 30, 2019 • For Sale • 27 Comments
Epic History! 1918 American LaFrance
How many 101-year old vehicles for sale do you know of that come with their entire history including a picture of it at the factory! That’s the case for this 1918 American LaFrance Type 12/75 fire engine which is… more»
Oct 21, 2018 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Unrestored 1957 American LaFrance Fire Truck
The American LaFrance 800 Series was a fire-fighting appliance that was only in production from 1956 until 1958. It was an update of the 700 Series and was built and sold as a pumper only. This 1957 ALF 800… more»
Oct 12, 2018 • Uncategorized • 18 Comments
Fire Fighting History: 1949 American LaFrance Pumper
Diverse is certainly a word that best describes the offerings that we see here at Barn Finds. This 1949 American LaFrance Pumper is no exception. You will find it listed for sale here on eBay. It is located in… more»
May 3, 2018 • Uncategorized • 17 Comments
Early Muscle! 1914 American LaFrance Speedster
“Engine: Huge 6 Cyl.” Not a description we see every day. This 1914 American LaFrance Speedster likely began life as a fire engine or other work vehicle. A Duesenberg it is not, but if you fancy yourself perched atop… more»
Jan 25, 2018 • Uncategorized • 13 Comments
Runs And Drives: 1920 American LaFrance Fire Truck
American LaFrance began building fire apparatus in the 1830s and continued until their demise in 2014. This truck listed on eBay in Yakama, Washington appears to be a Type 75, produced from 1915 to 1927 and one of the most popular models… more»
Nov 15, 2017 • Uncategorized • 16 Comments
Out Of Fire: 1923 American LaFrance Type 32
Based on the tanks under the seat and the lack of pumping equipment, this appears to be a chemical hose wagon. Early fire trucks like this one used the pressure from a combination of chemicals, usually sulphuric acid and bicarbonate… more»
Apr 18, 2017 • For Sale • 27 Comments
Buy Or Else: American LaFrance Firetruck
Fire trucks don’t normally ring my bells but I hate to see a good rig put out to pasture before it’s ready. The seller of this American LaFrance says he needs it gone by the 22nd – otherwise, it’s… more»
