Known among collectors as the Maharaja’s Duesy, the car is the final of 36 SJs built by coachbuilder Gurney Nutting, and was originally commissioned by India's Maharaja Yeshwant Rao Holkar of Indore, who was 28 years old at the time., the Maharaja embraced modernism, and this extended to growing a collection of cars that included Bentleys, Rolls-Royces, a Delage, a Bugatti, and this Duesenberg.
Being an SJ, his Duesenberg features a supercharged version of the company's 420 straight-8, good for about 320 hp. Paired to a 3-speed manual transmission, the engine is able to power the car to 104 mph in second gear. Top speed is estimated at around 136 mph. The car is also unique thanks to having a wicker steering wheel.The car has traded hands a number of times over the years. According to the organizers of the Concorso, it returned to the U.S.
In addition to winning a trophy, the organizers of the Concorso also presented the owner with a unique A. Lange und Söhne 1815 Chronograph finished in white gold.typically attract multi-million dollar bids at auction.
Entertainment Entertainment Latest News, Entertainment Entertainment Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Source: Chicago_Reader - 🏆 447. / 53 Read more »
Source: DigitalTrends - 🏆 95. / 65 Read more »
Source: DigitalTrends - 🏆 95. / 65 Read more »