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Frank Kurtis introduced the Kurtis Sport in 1949. Earl 'Madman' Muntz acquired the Kurtis Sport in 1950 and changed the car's name to the Muntz Jet. Muntz extended the wheelbase and added a back seat. Between 1951 and 1954, less than 400 examples were produced.
This example has a Hydra-Matic transmission, fender skirts, dual spotlights, wide whitewall tires, and a Cadillac 365 CI engine with twin carburetors. It is listed in the Muntz Registry as 52M-505-3 and was purchased new by 1950s actress/movie star Gloria DeHaven. It was delivered new to her in New York City at the Plaza Hotel. In the mid-2000s, the car was refinished to original Indian Ceramic with a White interior.By Daniel Vaughan | Oct 2012
This example has a Hydra-Matic transmission, fender skirts, dual spotlights, wide whitewall tires, and a Cadillac 365 CI engine with twin carburetors. It is listed in the Muntz Registry as 52M-505-3 and was purchased new by 1950s actress/movie star Gloria DeHaven. It was delivered new to her in New York City at the Plaza Hotel. In the mid-2000s, the car was refinished to original Indian Ceramic with a White interior.By Daniel Vaughan | Oct 2012
2012 Mecum - Monterey, CA
Sale Price :
USD $75,000
2010 RM Auctions - Automobiles of Amelia Island
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $75,000-USD $100,000
Sale Price :
USD $66,000
2007 Vintage Motor Cars in Arizona
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $55,000-USD $65,000
Sale Price :
USD $68,750
1953 Muntz Road Jet Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Muntz Road Jet
(Data based on Model Year 1953 sales)
| 1953 Muntz Jet Sold for USD$81,200 2023 Worldwide Auctioneers : The Auburn Auction | |
| 1953 Muntz Roadster Chassis#: 53M602 Sold for USD$205,000 2016 Gooding & Company : The Amelia Island Auction |   |
| 1953 Muntz Jet Purchased New by 50s Actress Gloria DeHaven Chassis#: DR141664CAL Sold for USD$75,000 2012 Mecum - Monterey, CA |   |
| 1953 Muntz Jet Convertible Chassis#: DR141664CAL Sold for USD$66,000 2010 RM Auctions - Automobiles of Amelia Island | |
| 1953 Muntz Jet Chassis#: DR141664CAL Sold for USD$68,750 2007 Vintage Motor Cars in Arizona | |
| 1953 Muntz Jet Sold for USD$60,500 2006 Monterey Sports & Classic Car Auction | |
| 1953 MUNTZ JET CONVERTIBLE Sold for USD$46,200 2004 Barrett-Jackson - Scottsdale 2004 |
Muntz Road Jets That Failed To Sell At Auction
1953 Muntz Road Jet's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
| Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1953 Muntz Jet Convertible | 2020 Mecum Auctions : Kissimmee | $97,500 | $100,000 | $150,000 | |
| 1953 Muntz Jet Convertible | 2014 Auctions America : California | $85,000 | |||
| 1953 Muntz Road Jet | 2006 Gooding & Company Pebble Beach Auction | $70,000 | $110,000 | ||
| 1953 Muntz Jet Convertible | 2006 The Florida Collector Car Auction | $70,000 | |||
| 1953 Muntz Jet Convertible | 512 | 2005 Vintage Motor Cars at Amelia Island | $65,000 | $75,000 | $100,000 |
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