1912::McLaughlin Buick Roadster de Luxe in British Columbia

High-end automobiles for sale in British Columbia.

"1912::Advertisement for the McLaughlin Dealership on Broad Street in Victoria, British Columbia"

Clip: Victoria Daily Times (1912)

Victoria, British Columbia

McLaughlin was one of Canada's first automobile manufacturing companies. They produced some of North America's first and finest vehicles, striving to create reliable machines with the best price and appearance. In 1908, they became famous on the West Coast after a McLaughlin Buick was driven 1,400 miles to claim the honour of being the first motorized vehicle to enter Quesnel and Lillooet in the northern reaches of British Columbia.

"When better cars are made, McLaughlin Buick will build them." - McLaughlin Motor Company, 1908

"1912::Used Roadster de Luxe For Sale in Victoria, British Columbia"

Clip: Victoria Daily Times (1912)

Victoria, British Columbia

The McLaughlin Buicks of 1912 were two or five-passenger Roadsters that could handle steep hills. Muddy, sandy or rough roads held no terrors for them. They were strong, hardy and rugged but neat with handsome body lines. They held up under the most demanding usage while offering their riders safety, luxury and silence.

"1912::McLaughlin Motors New Premises on 1219 Georgia Street in Vancouver, British Columbia"

Photo: Vancouver Archives (AM1535)

In 1912, thirteen years after the first horseless carriage had rolled down its city streets, the booming city of Vancouver welcomed the McLaughlin Carriage Company as they opened Canada's most impressive showroom on Georgia Street. It employed 20 men full-time and was open 24 hours a day. It had all parts for all of its car models on hand and carried a full line of repair supplies for its customers. It also became known as the swankiest automobile showroom in Canada, with 18-foot ceilings and a private powder room for the ladies.