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This Kurtis-Kraft 500S was built in the Kurtis-Kraft shop in Glendale, California, and delivered to its first owner with a DeSoto engine in 1953. Shortly after being sold, it was struck from behind and in May 1954, was returned to the factory where the damaged tail and deck lid were removed in order to repair the fuel tank. The engine was also removed and replaced by a Chrysler Hemi, motor number C53-8-I5990. To make room for the larger displacement powerplant, new motor mounts were fashions, as were suitable exhaust and headers. The radiator, transmission adapter, and steering system were modified to cope with the jump in horsepower, and the 500S received a Hunt Vertex magneto, and a new flywheel and clutch. It was then repainted and Halibrand kidney-bean sports car wheels were installed, in place of the steel wheels.
This roadster was purchased by its present owner on June 26th, 1976 from Eric Cameron, who was then liquidating his friend's Los Angeles estate. The car was kept in static storage for another three decades. In 2005, a restoration began, utilizing all the original alloy bodywork, chassis, and suspension components.
Upon completion, the car was campaigned in UK vintage races, participating in everything from VSCC events to several appearances at the prestigious Goodwood Revival.
In 2011, the car was offered for sale at the Gooding & Company auction where it was estimated to sell for $275,000-$350,000. As bidding came to a close, the car had been sold for $203,500 inclusive of the buyer's premium.By Daniel Vaughan | Nov 2011
This roadster was purchased by its present owner on June 26th, 1976 from Eric Cameron, who was then liquidating his friend's Los Angeles estate. The car was kept in static storage for another three decades. In 2005, a restoration began, utilizing all the original alloy bodywork, chassis, and suspension components.
Upon completion, the car was campaigned in UK vintage races, participating in everything from VSCC events to several appearances at the prestigious Goodwood Revival.
In 2011, the car was offered for sale at the Gooding & Company auction where it was estimated to sell for $275,000-$350,000. As bidding came to a close, the car had been sold for $203,500 inclusive of the buyer's premium.By Daniel Vaughan | Nov 2011
2011 Gooding and Company - Pebble Beach Auctions
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $275,000-USD $350,000
Sale Price :
USD $203,500
1953 Kurtis Kraft 500S Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Kurtis Kraft 500S
(Data based on Model Year 1953 sales)
1953 Kurtis K2 500S Roadster Continuation Chassis#: KK500S 029 Sold for USD$89,600 2018 RM Sothebys : Amelia Island | |
1953 Kurtis-Kraft 500S Chassis#: 500S-022 Sold for USD$203,500 2011 Gooding and Company - Pebble Beach Auctions | |
1953 Kurtis 500S Roadster Continuation Chassis#: 029 Sold for USD$104,500 2011 RM Auctions at Monterey | |
1953 Kurtis Kraft 500S Sold for USD$104,500 2007 Monterey Sports and Classic Car Auction | |
1953 Kurtis 500S Roadster Chassis#: C51853 Sold for USD$148,500 2004 Gooding & Company Pebble Beach Auction |
Kurtis Kraft 500Ss That Failed To Sell At Auction
1953 Kurtis Kraft 500S's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
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1953 Kurtis 500S Roadster | 2011 Mecum Auctions Monterey, CA The Daytime Auction | $120,000 |
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