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STUTZ BLACKHAWK, 1973 1st registration: 01/01/1973 Type : VP Body : CI Serial number: 2K57T3A245482 Fiscal power : 46 CV Energy : ES Displayed mileage : 78 813 kms (not guaranteed) Founded in 1911 in the United States, the Stutz Motor Company laid the foundations for a company that would become synonymous with luxury and performance. The latter, combined with great reliability, enabled "Stutz" cars to shine in major competitions such as the 24 Hours of Le Mans, the Indianapolis 500 and the Pikes Peap International Hill Climb. Production ceased in 1935, a victim of the Great Depression, In 1968, a New York financier, James O'Donnel, resurrected the brand by creating the company "Stutz Motor Car of America Inc." and entrusted the design of a first car to Virgil Exner, a former designer who had worked for Dodge, Plymouth and Chrysler. The prototype was presented in January 1970 at the Waldorf Astoria hotel in Manhattan, and made a strong impression. Produced from 1971 to 1987 in just 617 examples, the Stutz Blackhawk was, in 1973, the most expensive car in the world, with a price tag of $43,000. By comparison, the Cadillac Eldorado luxury version was priced at $8,000! Stutz Blackhawks were "hand-assembled" in Turin, Italy, on a Pontiac Grand Prix chassis, and powered by a 7.5-liter, 431 hp General Motors V8, supporting a weight of 2.3 tons! Famous owners include Elvis Presley, Paul McCartney, Al Pacino, Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Junior, Dean Martin, Jerry Lewis, Isaac Hayes and Elton John. Tradition has it that our example, whose steering wheel is monogrammed "EJ", belongs to the English star. We estimate that only five examples are in circulation in France. Technical data TH 400 three-speed automatic gearbox, power steering, two-tone metallic paintwork, air conditioning, grey leather upholstery in fine condition, precious wood interior, 15-inch spoked wheels, with chromed running boards to protect the side-pipe exhaust. - Engine: powerful 7.5-liter V8, delivering some 425 hp. - Transmission: 3-speed automatic for smooth, comfortable driving. - Dimensions offering an imposing presence on the road: Length: 5.84 m. Width: 2.03 m. Height: 1.32 m. - Performance: capable of a top speed of 209 km/h (130 mph) with acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in around 8 seconds. The engine has been successfully restarted, but as the car has been parked in the dry for several years, it will need a complete overhaul, including a check of all safety features. The paintwork has a few defects, but is of a very good appearance. Structural elements show little visible corrosion. Pitted chrome. Clean upholstery. French registration, in collection. With technical inspection.

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STUTZ BLACKHAWK, 1973 1st registration: 01/01/1973 Type : VP Body : CI Serial number: 2K57T3A245482 Fiscal power : 46 CV Energy : ES Displayed mileage : 78 813 kms (not guaranteed) Founded in 1911 in the United States, the Stutz Motor Company laid the foundations for a company that would become synonymous with luxury and performance. The latter, combined with great reliability, enabled "Stutz" cars to shine in major competitions such as the 24 Hours of Le Mans, the Indianapolis 500 and the Pikes Peap International Hill Climb. Production ceased in 1935, a victim of the Great Depression, In 1968, a New York financier, James O'Donnel, resurrected the brand by creating the company "Stutz Motor Car of America Inc." and entrusted the design of a first car to Virgil Exner, a former designer who had worked for Dodge, Plymouth and Chrysler. The prototype was presented in January 1970 at the Waldorf Astoria hotel in Manhattan, and made a strong impression. Produced from 1971 to 1987 in just 617 examples, the Stutz Blackhawk was, in 1973, the most expensive car in the world, with a price tag of $43,000. By comparison, the Cadillac Eldorado luxury version was priced at $8,000! Stutz Blackhawks were "hand-assembled" in Turin, Italy, on a Pontiac Grand Prix chassis, and powered by a 7.5-liter, 431 hp General Motors V8, supporting a weight of 2.3 tons! Famous owners include Elvis Presley, Paul McCartney, Al Pacino, Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Junior, Dean Martin, Jerry Lewis, Isaac Hayes and Elton John. Tradition has it that our example, whose steering wheel is monogrammed "EJ", belongs to the English star. We estimate that only five examples are in circulation in France. Technical data TH 400 three-speed automatic gearbox, power steering, two-tone metallic paintwork, air conditioning, grey leather upholstery in fine condition, precious wood interior, 15-inch spoked wheels, with chromed running boards to protect the side-pipe exhaust. - Engine: powerful 7.5-liter V8, delivering some 425 hp. - Transmission: 3-speed automatic for smooth, comfortable driving. - Dimensions offering an imposing presence on the road: Length: 5.84 m. Width: 2.03 m. Height: 1.32 m. - Performance: capable of a top speed of 209 km/h (130 mph) with acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in around 8 seconds. The engine has been successfully restarted, but as the car has been parked in the dry for several years, it will need a complete overhaul, including a check of all safety features. The paintwork has a few defects, but is of a very good appearance. Structural elements show little visible corrosion. Pitted chrome. Clean upholstery. French registration, in collection. With technical inspection.

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