The Panhard & Levassor Type A M2A, equipped with the Phénix engine, is a valuable witness to the history of the automobile. It embodies the technical innovation of the late 19th century and the partnership between Daimler and Levassor.

The Phénix engine was developed to replace the Daimler V2 engine, which was considered too heavy and underperforming. It was introduced in 1896 and powered several iconic models of the era.

This automobile competed in races such as "Paris–Marseille–Paris" as early as 1896.

• DAIMLER "PHENIX" Engine No. 723 Type A M2A
• Two-cylinder Phénix-Daimler petrol engine, 1643 cm³, 8 HP, 6 CV, 750 rpm
• Slow, associated with the onomatopoeia "teuf, teuf, teuf"
• 4-speed gearbox with a reverse lever
• 5 seats
• Rear passenger seats perpendicular to the direction of travel
• Ignition by burner
• Chain transmission, wheels with rubber tires
• “Cow-tail” steering
• Shoe brakes
• Top speed: 25 km/h