To Be OFFERED AT AUCTION WITHOUT RESERVEEstimate:
$45,000 - $60,000
- The first Stutz equipped with the company's own T-head
engine
- Rare and extremely sporting close-coupled bodywork
- Largely original aside from older repaint
- Classic Car Club of America (CCCA) Full Classic
Introduced during 1917, the Series S was the first Stutz to be
equipped with an engine of the company's own manufacture, a
monobloc T-head unit with dual camshafts operating sixteen valves
by pushrods. It was distinguished by the use of the finest
materials throughout, including a cylinder block of close-grain
gray iron, a heat-treated nickel steel crankshaft and camshafts,
and an aluminum alloy crankcase. Most importantly, it was a robust
performer, offering 80 brake horsepower from its 360.8 cubic
inches. Unsurprisingly, this fine engine would be utilized by all
Stutz models until the introduction of a detachable cylinder head
version in 1922.
The Series S was offered in four body styles, including the dashing
Close-Coupled Touring, with bodywork that tapered gently aft of the
front seat to create an especially cozy rear compartment.
Reminiscent of the "four-passenger roadsters" offered by other
marques of the era, including Marmon and Pierce-Arrow, it is,
obviously, a favorite of Dennis Mitosinka - recognized by the
presence of two Stutzes of this style in his collection!
This particular car was acquired by Mr. Mitosinka in 2017 from Gary
Kuck of Lincoln, Nebraska, its owner since 2005. A well-preserved
older cosmetic restoration in need of detailing, it appears to
retain many original finishes to the engine compartment, which
shows regular use over the years but is quite authentic-appearing,
including the wooden firewall. The body was refinished decades ago
to the standards of the day but is charming overall, while the
leather upholstery is the original, with the patina and wear
appropriate to over a century of use. At some point in its life,
the fenders were replaced with a set which are believed to be from
a vintage Buick. Accessories include Houk wire wheels with
accompanying tool, klaxon horn, and Stutz-badged Moto-Meter; Bausch
& Lomb lenses are still present in the headlamps. At the time of
cataloguing the car had recorded 21,602 miles on its Warner
speedometer.
This is a fine Stutz of well-preserved quality and abundant
character.
To view this car and others currently consigned to this auction,
please visit the RM website at
rmsothebys.com/en/auctions/mt20.
