Review written on 5/1954.
Philadelphia Motors just released a new Town Car called the Zenith. We've been waiting to see this vehicle in person. And now that we have, we can make our opinions known. Is it truly better than the class leader? The everyone else. Or is even the lowly W better than it? Read to find out more!

I was giddy when I heard we were testing Philadelphia Motors Zenith. On the track this thing is fast. How fast? Notice there are no pictures on this page? That fast! This is one of the fastest Town Car I've ever been in. As impressive as that sounds, the 129 hp @ 3738RPMs 4288 cc Flat6 engine is even more impressive. Peddle to the metal, this baby will do 88 mph easily. And in a straight line we hit a 23.359s 0 to 60 mph! If that wasn't enough with the 146 lb-ft of torque will melt the tires off the rims. When hooked to a trailer, this baby will haul an amazing 22 lbs! On the track testing the Philadelphia Motors Zenith did have some slight issues. Of course it was not designed to be a track car. But as a Town Car it should have better handling than it does. In most cases in the real world this shouldn't be any problem. But it is still sub-par at best. Mommy can I keep it? Please?!

The strongest selling point of the Philadelphia Motors Zenith is its exceptional sense of luxury. Break out the Grey Poupon because the Zenith is filled with niceties. The seats are so nice I never wanted to leave. In fact I'm writing this while sitting in the Zenith.

The Philadelphia Motors Zenith is one of the most spacious vehicles in its class. With 49 cu-ft of cargo and passenger room you should never have any issues with transportation. Even if you have to move an elephant...

While not exactly handmade, Philadelphia Motors did put a bit of extra work into the Zenith and it shows. Panels actually fit and are made to last. The finish doesn't fade in the sun, and all the bolts have washers. It begs the question why buy a lower quality car every 5 years, and not buy the Philadelphia Motors Zenith which should last a few generations?

The Philadelphia Motors Zenith is not exactly dependable. It won't last a million miles, but it will get you down the road. Do expect a few issues over the lifetime of the vehicle. But most are fixable.

The Philadelphia Motors Zenith's fuel economy is impressive, but not in a good way. The Zenith's 16.0 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.

While being safe is important, Philadelphia Motors did not believe it was a priority in the Zenith. The vehicle does provide enough safety features to be consider average for its class. It does not add anything more than that however.

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