1932 Stutz DV-32 Super Bearcat (by Weymann)
Introduced in the early 1930s, the Stutz DV-32 Super Bearcat represented the final evolution of a storied American sports car lineage. This rare model featured a shortened 116-inch chassis with bodywork built by Weymann American Body Company of Indianapolis. The design drew inspiration from the Mercedes-Benz SSK, creating a muscular profile that emphasized performance.
The Super Bearcat was equipped with the advanced Vertical Eight engine in DV-32 configuration, which offered two valves per cylinder for increased power. Only about 20 examples were produced, with bodies available in traditional aluminum or Weymann’s signature lightweight fabric paneling—a technology originally developed for racing.
Today, just two fabric-bodied Super Bearcats are known to exist. The car’s shortened wheelbase and powerful engine made it extraordinarily capable for its time, providing a driving experience that effectively balanced luxury with sporting character.
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