Vehicle Description
1931 Stutz Series MA "SV16" Cabriolet Coupe
Designer: Charles Greuter
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Estimate: $140,000 - $180,000 ����Without Reserve
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Chassis Number: MA271344
Engine: 322 cid OHC In-line 8-cylinder engine
2-barrel Carburetor/113 bhp
3-Speed Manual Transmission
Power Assisted Four Wheel Hydraulic Drum Brakes
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Odometer: 31,270 miles
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Full Classic Status From the AACA
Mechanically Sound, Cosmetically Attractive
Rumble Seat Cabriolet Coachwork
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The Model: Only a handful of the M-series Stutz cars were produced
for 1931, and this is believed to be one of less than five
Cabriolets that still exist. From the same marque who produced the
Blackhawk and Bearcat early day sports car, the SV16 had come from
quite a lineage of performance vehicles. The SV-16 which had been
developed by Charles Greuter, a Swiss native who had been with
Stutz for a number years, it features the Bijur lubrication system,
nine main bearings, overhead cam unit and dual spark plugs for each
cylinder. While officially rated at 113HP by the factory, many feel
that number was dialed down a bit so as to make the Stutz star
engine, the DV32, appear to have a much higher power advantage.
These powerful engines were still capable of powering these mighty
machines of up to 90 miles an hour, and for swift-sure stopping
power, hydraulic brakes were standard equipment. It is kind of sad
to think that some of the finest machines produced by Stutz, as
well as a number of other American classics, were created during
one of America's darkest economic times.
The Car: This incredible machine appears to have been treated to a
fairly in-depth restoration several decades ago, but today, stands
as a testament to how America's industrial growth was founded upon
firm and exacting standards. The SV16 shared the same basic chassis
and bodywork as did the more powerful models, and it is said that
the series M engine cars were superior in handling, performance,
and reliability. Finished in a please Dove Gray the body features
red highlights as well as wire wheels and the center of the grill
display this same dramatic hue. Seats and door panels are finished
in a matching gray leather material while the folding top is done
in black. The brightwork shines brightly, including the trademarked
mascot, the Sun God Ra from Egyptian mythology. These cars are big,
riding on a 137.5" wheelbase, so there is plenty of room for
passengers up front, a couple of friends in the rumble seat and
still have room for a set of golf clubs and a picnic basket. A
recent tune-up insured this is a turn-key ready to go open-top car
that would be welcomed on a Classic Car Club of America tour, as it
is recognized as a �Full Classic" by this prestigious organization
where it was once judged as a National First Prize winner. With
dual side-mount spare tires, full instrumentation and fabulous
looks, this could be the key to a new and exciting chapter in your
collector-car story.
