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c.1929 STUTZ VERTICAL EIGHT SERIES BB BLACK HAWK SPEEDSTER
Engine No. 31809 HC
Green with black fenders and tan leather interior
Engine: eight cylinder, in-line, overhead camshaft, 4,900cc, 298ci; Gearbox: four speed manual; Suspension: semi-elliptic all round; Brakes: four wheel hydraulic. Left hand drive.
With a name derived from the Stutz-built land speed record car that the exceptionally talented driver Frank Lockhart drove to 198.29mph at Daytona Beach, the Black Hawk signaled a return to exciting sporting offerings by the Indianapolis firm. The late 1920s were glory years for Stutz and the BB Series cars formed much of that success - with no fewer than twenty-five different body styles, orders poured in to the factory. Set on a wheelbase of 131 inches, the Black Hawk Speedster was significantly shorter and lighter than the sedans and the single overhead camshaft engine was good for almost 125bhp.
This example has been part of a prominent collection in its present ownership since 1987. The body is a Type 12C two-passenger Black Hawk Speedster which is probably a 1928 body type applied to the 131 inch wheelbase speedsters of 1927 and '28. Apparently there were a number of left over 12C bodies fitted to 1929 cars, either at the factory or later in the 1940's. The engine number denotes it to be the high compression unit and this is mated to the Stutz four speed transmission with the patented 'Noback' parking device. Research indicates that some of the running gear is a combination of 1929 or 1930 parts and it is thought that the car may have had an engine change earlier in its life.
The paintwork is all in presentable order with a few minor bubbles and blisters; the interior trim is in equally presentable order. Stylish 11inch Twilight headlights have been fitted which, while not necessarily original to the car, are period and look attractive. The Stutz was used regularly at shows and displays, although it has not been out for about two years. It works well, starts and stops, although in fairness may need some fettling before any major road run is undertaken. The hydraulic brakes have been overhauled and the exhaust system replaced. Overall the car can certainly be described as good looking and is, in our opinion, a good value example of this prestigious marque.
Engine No. 31809 HC
Green with black fenders and tan leather interior
Engine: eight cylinder, in-line, overhead camshaft, 4,900cc, 298ci; Gearbox: four speed manual; Suspension: semi-elliptic all round; Brakes: four wheel hydraulic. Left hand drive.
With a name derived from the Stutz-built land speed record car that the exceptionally talented driver Frank Lockhart drove to 198.29mph at Daytona Beach, the Black Hawk signaled a return to exciting sporting offerings by the Indianapolis firm. The late 1920s were glory years for Stutz and the BB Series cars formed much of that success - with no fewer than twenty-five different body styles, orders poured in to the factory. Set on a wheelbase of 131 inches, the Black Hawk Speedster was significantly shorter and lighter than the sedans and the single overhead camshaft engine was good for almost 125bhp.
This example has been part of a prominent collection in its present ownership since 1987. The body is a Type 12C two-passenger Black Hawk Speedster which is probably a 1928 body type applied to the 131 inch wheelbase speedsters of 1927 and '28. Apparently there were a number of left over 12C bodies fitted to 1929 cars, either at the factory or later in the 1940's. The engine number denotes it to be the high compression unit and this is mated to the Stutz four speed transmission with the patented 'Noback' parking device. Research indicates that some of the running gear is a combination of 1929 or 1930 parts and it is thought that the car may have had an engine change earlier in its life.
The paintwork is all in presentable order with a few minor bubbles and blisters; the interior trim is in equally presentable order. Stylish 11inch Twilight headlights have been fitted which, while not necessarily original to the car, are period and look attractive. The Stutz was used regularly at shows and displays, although it has not been out for about two years. It works well, starts and stops, although in fairness may need some fettling before any major road run is undertaken. The hydraulic brakes have been overhauled and the exhaust system replaced. Overall the car can certainly be described as good looking and is, in our opinion, a good value example of this prestigious marque.