Review written on 5/1958.
It is not everyday one gets to drive a new automobile. Typically you find your self stuck with the same vehicle for at least five years before you purchase another one. And with the rate of depreciation and the amount of time we spend in traffic, this makes finding the right vehicle all the more important. Philadelphia Motors believes their Independence Sport may be the best Sedan to enter the market. How does it compare other Sedan such as the Republique and Edinburgh? We'll find out in this month's Vehicle Review!

The first stop for the Philadelphia Motors Independence Sport was the track. I won't lie. I was scared. This Sedan is built for performance. Philadelphia Motors cut no corners when designing this vehicle for speed. The vomit stains on the carpet prove that the 184 hp @ 4560RPMs 4976 cc V4 engine roars this rocket to a top speed of 109 mph in an impressive 13.670s 0 to 60 mph. If that wasn't enough with the 170 lb-ft of torque will melt the tires off the rims. When hooked to a trailer, this baby will haul an amazing 2945 lbs! I'm guilty wanting to steal this one for my self. On the track you can tell that the Philadelphia Motors Independence Sport is above average when it comes to handling and driveability. Most Sedan would not be able to keep up with the Independence Sport on twisty and windy roads. It can almost put a smile on your face.

While the Philadelphia Motors Independence Sport won't win any awards, It won't turn heads, and it certainly doesn't have a wow factor. The Independence Sport does have a very well design interior. It may not be top end, but it is more than enough for long trips and everyday drivers. It makes you feel good about life. Without feeling pompous.

Inside the Philadelphia Motors Independence Sport it feels like they could add an extra row of seats. There is enough room to even lay down, which is amazing! The 43 cu-ft of cargo and passenger space ensures that you always have plenty of room to do whatever it is you need to do. And that makes us happy.

Philadelphia Motors has really put some effort into the production of the Independence Sport. And it shows in the construction quality of the machine. Panel gaps are non-noticeable. Nothing shakes or rattles when driving down the road. It's a well-built vehicle.

If there was one vehicle I believe would be able to hit 1,000,000 miles easily it would be the Philadelphia Motors Independence Sport. This vehicle was designed for dependability in mind.

The Philadelphia Motors Independence Sport's fuel economy is impressive, but not in a good way. The Independence Sport's 12.7 mpg is one of the worst in class. This might not be troublesome when you look at the numbers, but it will be when you actually have to pay for it.

In some sense the Philadelphia Motors Independence Sport reminds us of an over protective parent. One that wraps you in damage proof forcefield that prevents all interaction with the outside world. While the Independence Sport isn't that safe. It is still quite comforting to know that nothing can hurt you.

Some may be able to point to other Sedan and say this is better. This is prettier. This is the best Sedan. But they would be wrong. Because beauty is in the eye of the beholder. Behold the Philadelphia Motors Independence Sport it may not be everything for everyone. But it is certainly something for someone.