Review written on 6/1947.
Philadelphia Motors is in a unique position with the Independence. The Sedan segment rules the 7572 market. While the Kalliope is the worst vehicle in the segment. Where does the Independence fit between these two extremes? Should consumer celebrate Philadelphia Motors's new Sedan? Or is this just another underachieving vehicle in the Sedan segment?

On my first track run in the Philadelphia Motors Independence suffered 2 cracked rips and a ruptured spleen. Not from wrecking it, but from the sheer raw power of this Sedan. The Independence's 118 hp @ 3417RPMs 4976 cc V4 engine drives you into the seats while you accelerate with an impressive 20.575s 0 to 60 mph time and a top speed of 93 mph. The Independence is able to keep this speed all the way up to the the top speed of 93 mph. With 146 lb-ft of torque we were able to drag 22 lbs on our test trailer. So it can move your spare junk! There is not much to say about the Philadelphia Motors Independence when it comes to handling. As a Sedan it's below average. As an everyday driver it'll do its job. In summation the Independence is mundane. After my hospital visit, I came to the conclusion that this is the best Sedan I've ever tested on the track. Buy IT NOW!!!

While certainly does not have the best features or materials. The Philadelphia Motors Independence does provide the bare necessities required in a vehicle of this type. No more and no less. As well as it should. If you wanted to spend that extra bit you would of bought the better vehicle. Was Philadelphia Motors wise in this respect? Maybe, but we do think they should of offered at least a little more bang for the buck so to speak.

Inside the Philadelphia Motors Independence it feels like they could add an extra row of seats. There is enough room to even lay down, which is amazing! The 37 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.

The workmanship put into the Philadelphia Motors Independence is unparalleled in this market. From its hand finished panelling to ultrahigh quality materials the Independence is truly a work of art that should last a life time. It seems Philadelphia Motors has perfected the perfect.

The Philadelphia Motors Independence is not a particularly reliable car. In fact, it is quite downright bad. We suffered a catastrophic brake failure in just a couple of days testing a new car. While this might be a fluke, we wouldn't bet on it from the complaints we've heard.

The Philadelphia Motors Independence gets 15.5 mpg. So get friendly with your local fuel station attendant. You'll be seeing him often.

With some focus on safety, Philadelphia Motors Independence has been able to outshine most in its class. It almost makes you believe the marketing hype that Philadelphia Motors does actually believe in the safety and security of your family.

All in all, the Philadelphia Motors Independence is a good choice among its peers. It checks just enough boxes in our Sedan tests for us to give it our recommendation. There are a few other Sedan that are better than the Independence. But for some buyers, the Independence is still a good choice.