This special car is called the Stout Scarab, created by an engineer named William Bushnell Stout. The engineer wanted to create a car that could last for more than 100 years and be used for various purposes. When the car was completed in 1939, it had a price tag of $5,000 (equivalent to nearly $100,000 today).
The Stout Scarab model was produced during World War II. Photo: Carbuzz
Many people wanted to use it during World War II, but because of its high price, it was difficult to achieve. Therefore, only 9 Stout Scarab cars were manufactured in the world.
In World War II, it was used to organize a meeting between General Eisenhower (United States) and General Charles de Gaulle (France) – of the Allied group.
Stout Scarab integrated tons of modern technology, for the first time in the world (in 1939) such as fiberglass body, air suspension system, and electric door locks.
Currently, the car has been restored to its original state for display and serving tourists. Photo: Carbuzz
In the 1950s, it belonged to the owner of a circus and was used to transport circus animals for performing. Afterwards, it was sold to a French designer, and this man placed it in a museum. Then for the current owner, the original model of this car was restored in 2001.
The car will be on display from September 6th to 8th at Hampton Court Palace, Molesey (England). The Stout Scarab will be placed alongside other prestigious cars such as Aston Martin or other valuable cars in the 100-year history collection of Bentley or the long-standing series of Ferrari cars.
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