Review written on 5/1954.
The press around the Philadelphia Motors Valley Forge may look more appealing than the Washington. But is it really a better Station Wagon? As long as it's not as bad as the D6302, Philadelphia Motors should be happy with their results. We luckily have a test model to figure out where this vehicle stands in the market. And if it lives up to what the advertisements are saying about it.

The first stop for the Philadelphia Motors Valley Forge was the track. I won't lie. I was scared. This Station Wagon is built for performance. Philadelphia Motors cut no corners when designing this vehicle for speed. The vomit stains on the carpet prove that the 155 hp @ 4082RPMs 4976 cc V4 engine roars this rocket to a top speed of 98 mph in an impressive 19.549s 0 to 60 mph. If this doesn't drop your jaw, the 160 lb-ft of torque will spin the earth in the opposite direction, the baby can tow 22 lbs which is amazing! I'm guilty wanting to steal this one for my self. When it comes to driveability, we wished that all the roads in the world were straight. Sadly they're not, it is unfortunate that the Philadelphia Motors Valley Forge could not handle like its Station Wagon peers. In no way can I recommend this vehicle for anyone who drives on the road. It is an accident waiting to happen.

Interior build, materials, and features are average for the segment. The Philadelphia Motors Valley Forge's cabin isn't going to amaze. But compared to most other vehicles of this type, it's not going to let you down. It has most of the standard features, and comfort, while lacking in some areas, is decent.

The Philadelphia Motors Valley Forge is one of the most spacious vehicles in its class. With 50 cu-ft of cargo and passenger room you should never have any issues with transportation. Even if you have to move an elephant...

Build quality of the Valley Forge is about what you would expect from Philadelphia Motors. We only noticed a few minor flaws in paneling gaps. There was also one or two vibration sounds in the interior. None of these flaws would be a deal breaker

The Philadelphia Motors Valley Forge did very well on our dependability tests. We did not have any major issues in long term testing. The minor issues we did have were easy to resolve and not very costly. We believe that the Philadelphia Motors Valley Forge is dependable enough for even the most unknowledgeable owner. It proper care and maintenance, even if done by a shop, the Philadelphia Motors Valley Forge should last a very long time.

At this point in testing we would normally take the Philadelphia Motors Valley Forge out on the roads. However our test driver barely made it out of the parking lot before running out of fuel. The Valley Forge's ghastly 15.3 mpg means you'll need to take a few jerry cans, scratch that, a few barrels of fuel just to make it to the grocery store.

In some sense the Philadelphia Motors Valley Forge 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 Valley Forge isn't that safe. It is still quite comforting to know that nothing can hurt you.

When it comes to Station Wagon there should be only one vehicle to think of. Have you thought of it? Did you read this article? It's the Philadelphia Motors Valley Forge the best Station Wagon I have ever driven! And the best one you've ever read about!