#Muntz Jet Convertible

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Custom 1953 Muntz Jet Convertible

This 1953 Muntz Jet convertible underwent a three-year custom build under previous ownership, and it was purchased by the seller in 2021. The car is powered by a fuel-injected 5.7-liter LT1 V8 engine paired with a four-speed automatic transmission and a Ford 9″ rear end, and it is finished in Apple Pearl with a white Carson-style removable top over gray snakeskin-style Naugahyde upholstery. Features include custom bodywork, an Art Morrison frame, power-assisted steering, four-wheel disc brakes, airbag suspension, Painless Performance wiring, and more modified and fabricated details. This custom-built Muntz is now offered with a copy of Rodder’s Journal magazine featuring a story on the build and a clean California title in the name of the seller’s business.

Custom 1953 Muntz Jet Convertible

The steel, aluminum, and fiberglass body is mounted on an Art Morrison ladder frame that was boxed and finished in semi-gloss black, and the floor was raised 3″. The exterior was repainted in a Sherwin Williams two-stage Apple Pearl mixed by the late Stan Betz. Features include a chopped Duvall-style windshield, 1950 Chevrolet headlights, dual Appleton spotlights, 1951 Ford Victoria side windows, and a white removable Carson-style top fabricated to match the height of the chopped windshield. Additional equipment includes color-matched rear fender skirts and chrome bumpers. Wear from fitting the top is noted on the rear deck.

Custom 1953 Muntz Jet Convertible

Steel wheels sourced from a 1976 Dodge measure 15″ and are mounted with Cadillac Sombrero-style covers and whitewall tires. A matching spare fitted with a BFGoodrich Silvertown tire is mounted within a rear-mounted Continental-style chrome carrier. A Mustang II front end accommodates power rack-and-pinion steering , and the car rides on an electronically-adjustable Air Ride Technologies airbag suspension system along with 2” lowered front spindles, Strange Engineering tube shocks, a rear Panhard bar, and front and rear sway bars. The seller reports that the front control arm bushings were recently replaced.

Custom 1953 Muntz Jet Convertible

Custom 1953 Muntz Jet Convertible

Braking is handled by GM G-body-sourced calipers matched with Ford Granada discs up front and Ford SVO-specification calipers and discs at the rear.

Custom 1953 Muntz Jet Convertible

The cabin was customized by Jim’s Auto Trim of San Diego, California, and features Glide bucket seats and a rear bench trimmed in gray snakeskin-style Naugahyde upholstery, along with matching treatments for the dash trim, headliner, and door panels. Additional equipment includes a 1952 Lincoln steering wheel mounted to a shortened Lincoln steering column, gray cut-pile carpet, and a Pioneer stereo housed within a custom center cubby.

The engine-turned “Hollywood” instrument cluster houses Stewart Warner gauges consisting of an 8k-rpm tachometer, a 160-mph speedometer, and auxiliary readings for fuel level, battery charge, oil pressure, and water temperature. The five-digit odometer displays 25k miles, though total chassis mileage is unknown. A Lokar pedal assembly was fitted during the build.

Custom 1953 Muntz Jet Convertible

The Corvette-sourced 5.7-liter LT1 V8 features a polished fuel intake manifold along with billet aluminum valve covers, and additional features include an Opti-Spark distributor, a Griffin aluminum radiator, and a wiring loom sourced from Painless Performance Wiring. A set of long-tube headers are connected to a 2.5″ exhaust system equipped with dual Dynaflow mufflers. The seller reports that the oil was recently changed.

Custom 1953 Muntz Jet Convertible

Power is routed to the rear wheels via a four-speed 4L60E automatic transmission and a Ford 9″ rear end with with 3.55:1 gears and Strange Engineering 31-spline axles. Additional photos of the underside, drivetrain, and suspension components are presented in the gallery below.

Custom 1953 Muntz Jet Convertible

The car was featured in issue #36 of Rodders Journal magazine

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Muntz Jet, 1952. Earl “Madman” Muntz made cars at first in California and then  Illinois in the early 50s. The Jet had a removable hardtop and was powered by a Lincoln V8 (early cars used a Cadillac V8). The Jet was hand made and though it was priced higher than a Cadillac a loss was made on every car sold. Production ceased in 1954 after about 400 were made, of which around 50 survive.

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Muntz Jet convertible

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1954 Muntz Jet Convertible

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1953 Muntz Jet Convertible

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1950 Muntz Jet Hardtop Convertible

CONCOURS d’ELEGANCE OF AMERICA At the Inn at St. John’s – Plymouth, Michigan July 28, 2019

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Little past the Deco Age but worth noting:1950 Muntz Jet Convertible - Cadillac powered

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Muntz Jet convertible... 1952

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Muntz Jet Convertible 1952 - source 40s & 50s American Cars.

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The Muntz Jet is a two-door hardtop convertible built by the Muntz Car Company in the United States between approximately 1949 and 1954. It is sometimes credited as the first personal luxury car. Developed from the Kurtis Sport Car (KSC) that was designed by Frank Kurtis, it was produced and marketed by Earl "Madman" Muntz. The car was powered by one of two V8 engines, either a 160 hp Cadillac engine or a 160 hp (Lincoln engine (as this car has), and it was equipped with either a General Motors Hydramatic automatic transmission or a three-speed Borg-Warner manual transmission. The Jet was streamlined, featured numerous luxury appointments, and was equipped with safety features that were not standard on most cars of its day, including a padded dashboard and seat belts. See more on this car on my YouTube channel- In the Garage with Steve Natale 👀 #inthegaragewithstevenatale #muntzjet #sacramentoautorama #sacramentoautorama2022 #classiccars #vintagecars #vintagecarsdaily https://www.instagram.com/p/CeRheWCPfjo/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Savage New Canaan | Traditional Amusing Car

A funny car is actually a drag racing auto which has actually the engine put in front together with a carbon fiber body placed over the framework. It has an appearance that resembles cars made with the engine beneath the hood. Nowadays, timeless amusing cars which were created in years past by Ford, Toyota, Chevrolet or Dodge are normally used in the National Stock Car Association.

    Every one of these carbon-fiber bodies featured a natural component in aerodynamics. A car can be taken into consideration to become a funny automobile just when it meets certain conditions. One of the most essential policy associates with the engine which can just be a V8 displacing no greater than 500 cubic inches. Additionally, the engine can have only two shutoffs per cylinder.

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  The engine block is made from billet while the consumption shutoffs are made from titanium as well as have 2.40 inch. Normally, those amusing automobiles are equipped with ballistic coverings that cover particular parts from the engine. The gas system of this sort of cars is the key to create more power. For example, throughout a solitary run an auto can shed about 15 US gallons of fuel. The blend that represents the gas contains 85-90% nitro-methane and 10-15% methanol.

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  Some other guideline that the traditional funny vehicle producer needs to keep in mind might be the distance in the vehicle's body down that needs to have a worth of 3 inches. The wheelbase has likewise a conventional worth that ranges in between 100 and 125 inches. These automobiles usually attain 6G acceleration from the standing start. Clearly there's additionally numerous security guidelines included. One of the most important policy is the presence of the twin parachutes that use security as well as assist the vehicle slow down after it's crossed the final thought line.

    The extremely initial car of this kind was constructed in the '60s as well as was called so considering that the rear wheels were progressed concerning the chassis. That was created to improve weight transfer under velocity and to improve the grip about the rear tires.

    Nowadays, the timeless funny automobiles are part of the Dana Point Concours elegance. Only at that occasion you can admire the celebration of Prudhomme that consists of impressive Plymouths. One of these simple is a 1970 Plymouth Barracuda, a traditional amusing auto that was entirely restored in 2008. The repair featured the preliminary body, rolling chassis and also the original 446 cubic inch engine. In addition, it included an authentic front, an original 671 blower and also rear wheels.

    One more vehicle may be the fully restored 1967 Dodge D-700 possessed by Prudhomme. The lorry had the structure and also the initial spare 1966 426 cubic inch supply Hemi engine restored. Prudhomme additionally owns a white 1972 Hot Tires Plymouth Cuda amusing automobile, a 1974 Military Chevrolet Vega funny automobile as well as the 1978 Military Plymouth Arrow funny auto.

    Various other fascinating vehicles that you can find on display at the Dana Point Concours d'Elegance truly are a 1932 Ford Phaeton Hotrod, a 1957 Cadillac Eldorado Brougham, a 1958 Ferrari 250 Tour de France or a 1980 Kawasaki K2. And also, certainly, you cannot miss the amazing 1952 Muntz Jet Convertible as well as likewise the crazy 1957 Fiat "Eden Rock".

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1953 Muntz Jet Roadster (1 of 4) in blue with white convertible roof

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A Visual Tour of the Car Museum That’s Also a Winery

While looking for interesting car spots to hit near our home base in Southern California, I stumbled on a unique museum that had never crossed my radar: the Deer Park Winery and Auto Museum in Escondido. Yes, that’s right: It’s a winery, too, and it also houses a collection of vintage American household items in addition to the cars on site. I had to go, and so I pointed myself south on the 15.

If you’re looking for a place with cool cars minus the huge crowd—often annoyingly viewing the art or cars or whatever through their smartphones rather than savoring the experience—this is your place. Nestled in the wine-producing region of San Diego County, the Deer Park property is located near Old Highway 395 on Champagne Boulevard. It’s the brainchild of real-estate magnate Robert Knapp, who accumulated a collection of vintage cars, Americana, and antiques of such a size that he decided to open a museum in 1979. The majority of the cars at Deer Park are convertibles, and they’re spread across three separate buildings. (For more on the history of this hidden gem, check out this informative video.)

Prior to the trip, I read several unflattering reviews on Google, TripAdvisor, and Yelp, primarily involving the quality of the wine and the upkeep of the grounds. I figured at worst I’d sample “terrible” wine and browse cars covered in dust—it would take more than online bleatings to deter me from making the drive down from Los Angeles.

When I arrived in Escondido, I needed some coffee and happened upon Blue Mug Coffee & Tea, where I ordered a delicious iced triple white mocha. By the time I arrived at Deer Park, it had started to pour and the plethora of vacant parking spaces signaled an absence of other visitors. I paid the $10 admission fee and headed in, where I immediately locked eyes on a vibrant white 1954 Kaiser Darrin with a gorgeous maroon interior. Intended to compete with European sports cars of the 1950s, fewer than 450 examples of the fiberglass-bodied, sliding-door Kaiser were ever built, including a few hardtops.

I walked to a second building housing antique radios, typewriters, kitchen appliances, televisions, and more—very fascinating stuff, but not what I was there to see, exactly. Another building was packed with an immense collection of items that served as testament to American progress in the 20th century; two rare cars in this exhibit included a 1952 Muntz Jet and a 1949 Crosley Hotshot, the latter being the first sports car sold in America after World War II. As for the Muntz, as many as 130 of the roughly 200 built are believed to have survived.

It was past the Crosley that I found myself amid a huge stable of American classic cars—the main automotive area. Buick, Chevrolet, Lincoln, Cadillac, and Ford were all accounted for, and I had the entire warehouse to myself. I lingered for a long time before walking upstairs, where I had been told there was an entire room devoted to Barbie. The room was indeed there, and it proved that Barbie prefers convertibles and that neon signs will always rule.

Afterward, I hit a Vietnamese restaurant called Pho Truc Xanh for lunch and reflected on Deer Park. Frankly, yes, the museum needs a major renovation and the cars themselves need serious detailing—and in some cases a full restoration. But that’s not to say it’s in shambles, and the facility’s collection of automobiles and Americana is a testament to the strength of car culture and American ingenuity. Given the proper care and attention (and plenty of money, of course), there’s no reason Deer Park Winery & Auto Museum couldn’t be mentioned in the same breath as the Petersen Automotive Museum. As for the wine, no comment—I didn’t have any.

Deer Park Winery & Auto Museum 29013 Champagne Blvd Escondido, CA 92026 (760) 749-1666 deerparkwine.com

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A Visual Tour of the Car Museum That’s Also a Winery

While looking for interesting car spots to hit near our home base in Southern California, I stumbled on a unique museum that had never crossed my radar: the Deer Park Winery and Auto Museum in Escondido. Yes, that’s right: It’s a winery, too, and it also houses a collection of vintage American household items in addition to the cars on site. I had to go, and so I pointed myself south on the 15.

If you’re looking for a place with cool cars minus the huge crowd—often annoyingly viewing the art or cars or whatever through their smartphones rather than savoring the experience—this is your place. Nestled in the wine-producing region of San Diego County, the Deer Park property is located near Old Highway 395 on Champagne Boulevard. It’s the brainchild of real-estate magnate Robert Knapp, who accumulated a collection of vintage cars, Americana, and antiques of such a size that he decided to open a museum in 1979. The majority of the cars at Deer Park are convertibles, and they’re spread across three separate buildings. (For more on the history of this hidden gem, check out this informative video.)

Prior to the trip, I read several unflattering reviews on Google, TripAdvisor, and Yelp, primarily involving the quality of the wine and the upkeep of the grounds. I figured at worst I’d sample “terrible” wine and browse cars covered in dust—it would take more than online bleatings to deter me from making the drive down from Los Angeles.

When I arrived in Escondido, I needed some coffee and happened upon Blue Mug Coffee & Tea, where I ordered a delicious iced triple white mocha. By the time I arrived at Deer Park, it had started to pour and the plethora of vacant parking spaces signaled an absence of other visitors. I paid the $10 admission fee and headed in, where I immediately locked eyes on a vibrant white 1954 Kaiser Darrin with a gorgeous maroon interior. Intended to compete with European sports cars of the 1950s, fewer than 450 examples of the fiberglass-bodied, sliding-door Kaiser were ever built, including a few hardtops.

I walked to a second building housing antique radios, typewriters, kitchen appliances, televisions, and more—very fascinating stuff, but not what I was there to see, exactly. Another building was packed with an immense collection of items that served as testament to American progress in the 20th century; two rare cars in this exhibit included a 1952 Muntz Jet and a 1949 Crosley Hotshot, the latter being the first sports car sold in America after World War II. As for the Muntz, as many as 130 of the roughly 200 built are believed to have survived.

It was past the Crosley that I found myself amid a huge stable of American classic cars—the main automotive area. Buick, Chevrolet, Lincoln, Cadillac, and Ford were all accounted for, and I had the entire warehouse to myself. I lingered for a long time before walking upstairs, where I had been told there was an entire room devoted to Barbie. The room was indeed there, and it proved that Barbie prefers convertibles and that neon signs will always rule.

Afterward, I hit a Vietnamese restaurant called Pho Truc Xanh for lunch and reflected on Deer Park. Frankly, yes, the museum needs a major renovation and the cars themselves need serious detailing—and in some cases a full restoration. But that’s not to say it’s in shambles, and the facility’s collection of automobiles and Americana is a testament to the strength of car culture and American ingenuity. Given the proper care and attention (and plenty of money, of course), there’s no reason Deer Park Winery & Auto Museum couldn’t be mentioned in the same breath as the Petersen Automotive Museum. As for the wine, no comment—I didn’t have any.

Deer Park Winery & Auto Museum 29013 Champagne Blvd Escondido, CA 92026 (760) 749-1666 deerparkwine.com

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A Visual Tour of the Car Museum That’s Also a Winery

While looking for interesting car spots to hit near our home base in Southern California, I stumbled on a unique museum that had never crossed my radar: the Deer Park Winery and Auto Museum in Escondido. Yes, that’s right: It’s a winery, too, and it also houses a collection of vintage American household items in addition to the cars on site. I had to go, and so I pointed myself south on the 15.

If you’re looking for a place with cool cars minus the huge crowd—often annoyingly viewing the art or cars or whatever through their smartphones rather than savoring the experience—this is your place. Nestled in the wine-producing region of San Diego County, the Deer Park property is located near Old Highway 395 on Champagne Boulevard. It’s the brainchild of real-estate magnate Robert Knapp, who accumulated a collection of vintage cars, Americana, and antiques of such a size that he decided to open a museum in 1979. The majority of the cars at Deer Park are convertibles, and they’re spread across three separate buildings. (For more on the history of this hidden gem, check out this informative video.)

Prior to the trip, I read several unflattering reviews on Google, TripAdvisor, and Yelp, primarily involving the quality of the wine and the upkeep of the grounds. I figured at worst I’d sample “terrible” wine and browse cars covered in dust—it would take more than online bleatings to deter me from making the drive down from Los Angeles.

When I arrived in Escondido, I needed some coffee and happened upon Blue Mug Coffee & Tea, where I ordered a delicious iced triple white mocha. By the time I arrived at Deer Park, it had started to pour and the plethora of vacant parking spaces signaled an absence of other visitors. I paid the $10 admission fee and headed in, where I immediately locked eyes on a vibrant white 1954 Kaiser Darrin with a gorgeous maroon interior. Intended to compete with European sports cars of the 1950s, fewer than 450 examples of the fiberglass-bodied, sliding-door Kaiser were ever built, including a few hardtops.

I walked to a second building housing antique radios, typewriters, kitchen appliances, televisions, and more—very fascinating stuff, but not what I was there to see, exactly. Another building was packed with an immense collection of items that served as testament to American progress in the 20th century; two rare cars in this exhibit included a 1952 Muntz Jet and a 1949 Crosley Hotshot, the latter being the first sports car sold in America after World War II. As for the Muntz, as many as 130 of the roughly 200 built are believed to have survived.

It was past the Crosley that I found myself amid a huge stable of American classic cars—the main automotive area. Buick, Chevrolet, Lincoln, Cadillac, and Ford were all accounted for, and I had the entire warehouse to myself. I lingered for a long time before walking upstairs, where I had been told there was an entire room devoted to Barbie. The room was indeed there, and it proved that Barbie prefers convertibles and that neon signs will always rule.

Afterward, I hit a Vietnamese restaurant called Pho Truc Xanh for lunch and reflected on Deer Park. Frankly, yes, the museum needs a major renovation and the cars themselves need serious detailing—and in some cases a full restoration. But that’s not to say it’s in shambles, and the facility’s collection of automobiles and Americana is a testament to the strength of car culture and American ingenuity. Given the proper care and attention (and plenty of money, of course), there’s no reason Deer Park Winery & Auto Museum couldn’t be mentioned in the same breath as the Petersen Automotive Museum. As for the wine, no comment—I didn’t have any.

Deer Park Winery & Auto Museum 29013 Champagne Blvd Escondido, CA 92026 (760) 749-1666 deerparkwine.com

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1953 Muntz Jet. Developed by Earl “Madman” Muntz, an electronics and used car salesman. This American Luxury Convertible pioneered the use of seat belts and a padded dashboard as safety features. It was powered by a 160 HP Lincoln V8. Estimated top speed was well over 100 mph! Today’s value for this car is $130,000+ #MuntzJet #Muntz #ClassicCar #AntiqueCar #LuxuryCar #VintageCar #AmericanCar