The sinking of the Titanic is one of the most famous maritime disasters in history. But did you know that there was a car on board?
The Renault Type CB Coupe de Ville
This 1912 Renault Type CB Coupe de Ville was owned by William Carter, a wealthy American businessman who was traveling with his family on the ship
The Car's Fate
The car was being shipped to the United States in a crate, and it was placed in the forward cargo. When the Titanic struck an iceberg and sank, the car was lost along with the ship
The Car's Value
The car is still considered to be one of the most valuable artifacts from the Titanic, and it is estimated to be worth millions of dollars
The Car in Popular Culture
In 1997, a replica of the Renault Type CB Coupe de Ville was created for the film Titanic. The replica was used in several scenes of the film, including the famous scene where Jack and Rose make love in the car
A Reminder of the Titanic
The Renault Type CB Coupe de Ville is a reminder of the lost luxury and opulence of the Titanic. It is also a reminder of the tragedy of the sinking, and the lives that were lost
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