[1] The earliest Patersons were typical of motor buggies at the time, featuring a two-cylinder air-cooled engine, planetary transmission, double chain drive and solid rubber tires.

In 1910, the Paterson matured into a more refined automobile, with four-cylinder 30HP engines, shaft drive, and selective transmission.

[1] As with Cole in Indianapolis, Patersons enjoyed a high degree of owner loyalty.

In July 1923, the two sold the company to Dallas Winslow, who was the Dodge dealer in Flint.

The Paterson Building has been owned by the Collison Family for over 25 years and has been restored inside and out.