“Stutz was an Indiana-based motorcar company founded in 1911 by Harry Stutz. Its first model, the brawny Bearcat, made its debut boldly entering and completing the first Indy 500 ever held. Although it finished 11th in this great endurance test, the fact that it did finish and did so near the top 10 made quite an impression and earned the new car the slogan "the car that made good in a day." Bonhams explains.
"This year marks the 100th anniversary of both the Indianapolis 500 and of the car that was "born" at America's most famous motor race."
Highlights of the auction block include a 1920 Stutz Bearcat formerly owned by casino magnate William Harrah, a 1921 Stutz Model K "Bulldog," a 1923 Stutz "Special Six" Roadster, and a 1929 Stutz Blackhawk Roadster.
Additionally, the Short Collection includes many other rare American "brass era" car, such as a 1905 Locomobile Type E, a 1907 Tourist Model K, a 1911 Mitchell Model T, a 1912 Lambert Model 66, and a 1915 Chalmers Model 6-48. Examples of more commonly known but nonetheless important American brands such as Pierce-Arrow, Cadillac, Lincoln, Buick, Studebaker and Oldsmobile, will also be featured.
"The Shorts have spent a lifetime preserving the history of this remarkable American brand," stated Evan Ide, a specialist in Bonhams' Motoring Department. "The quality and reputation of their collection is second to none, not to mention the astounding assortment of rare, genuine engines, parts and accessories."
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