Review written on 6/1929.
Several months ago I thought to my self. "Philadelphia Motors should really make a Sedan that is better than the Independence." Someone at Philadelphia Motors must of been reading my mind because I got my hands on the latest Descartes and gave it a test spin. I hope it's not as bad as the Ceramic but the real question is: "How far behind does it lag to the Independence?"

On first glance the Philadelphia Motors Descartes seems to have everything you'd want in a daily driver on the track. It is not overly powerful, but it packs enough punch to get up and go. While you won't win any races, you won't hold up any traffic. The Sedan's 22 hp @ 1694RPMs 1442 cc I4 engine does well enough under load to keep you satisfied. The Descartes is able to top out at 44 mph and accelerates at Not Applicable. Hooked up to our test trailer, the 56 lb-ft of torque were able to tow 956 lbs. Ultimately the Philadelphia Motors Descartes is your average Sedan on the track. On the track you can tell that the Philadelphia Motors Descartes is above average when it comes to handling and driveability. Most Sedan would not be able to keep up with the Descartes on twisty and windy roads. It can almost put a smile on your face.

While the Philadelphia Motors Descartes won't win any awards, It won't turn heads, and it certainly doesn't have a wow factor. The Descartes 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 Descartes it feels like they could add an extra row of seats. There is enough room to even lay down, which is amazing! The 34 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 Philadelphia Motors Descartes has just enough labor of love in it to make it better than most other vehicles. Even though it came off an assembly line you can tell that the employees at Philadelphia Motors love their job. This is reflected in the quality of material and workmanship used to finish the product.

Dog is said to be man's best friend. But that saying isn't true anymore. I propose the Philadelphia Motors Descartes is truly man's best friend. Not once in our long term testing did it need repair. This vehicle was built to last a life time. It is truly a wonder of the world. Centuries from now people will still probably be driving this thing, that's how rock solid it is.

The folks over at Philadelphia Motors did a good job when it came to fuel economy. The Descartes gets a 18.6 mpg city and which is nothing to scoff at. While it may not be best in class, it is well above average.

While talking with engineers at Philadelphia Motors we found out that the Descartes was designed to be nuclear bomb proof. While we don't really know if that is bluster, we do sort believe them. Specially when it ran through the concrete brick during crash testing without leaving a dent on the hood.

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