The Stutz Motor Car Company built its reputation on speed and innovation at the Indianapolis track. From 1912 to 1924, the iconic Stutz Bearcat showcased that racing heritage on the road.

In 1926, Stutz entered the high end luxury market. The company introduced a new lineup with an improved 8 cylinder engine, a low slung chassis, and refined engineering designed for custom coachbuilt bodies.

Luxury competitors pushed forward with powerful V8, V12, and V16 engines. Stutz chose a different path. Engineers redesigned the straight eight with twin overhead camshafts and four valve cylinder heads to increase performance.

This innovation led to the legendary 1932 Stutz DV32, powered by the advanced DV 32 engine. It produced 156 horsepower and stood as a bold statement of engineering over excess, proving Stutz could compete through innovation rather than size.