Even those who were put to no little inconvenience with their horses seldom showed the resentment which might have been expected under the circumstances.
On the contrary, they seemed to recognize the right of the strange car to the joint use of the highway, and to blame their horses for not behaving better.

Verily, forbearance is an American virtue.
The machine itself stood the journey well, all things considered.
It lacked power and was too light for such a severe and prolonged test; but, when taken apart to be restored to perfect condition, it was astonishing how few parts showed wear.

The bearings had to be adjusted and one or two new ones put in.

A number of little things were done, but the mechanic spent only forty hours' time all told in making the machine quite as good as new.

A coat of paint and varnish removed all outward signs of rough usage.
However, one must not infer that automobiling is an inexpensive way of touring, but measured by the pleasure derived, the expense is as nothing; at the same time look out for the man who says "My machine has not cost me a cent for repairs in six months." It is singular how reticent owners of automobiles are concerning the shortcomings and eccentricities of their machines; they seem leagued together to deceive one another and the public.