1950 Muntz Jet Convertible in Merlot Red Paint & Engine Sound on My Car Story with Lou Costabile

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On "My Car Story" we're in the West Suburbs of Chicago on 6-5-17.
We're looking at a 1950 Muntz Jet Convertible (removable hardtop) in Merlot Red (to look like the original color Tahitian Red) Paint.
The car's Owner is Dave Hans. Dave’s had this car since 1969. He found the car in a junkyard and purchased it for $60.00. His plan was to use the car as a parts car for another Muntz Jet. Dave discovered he had the # 2 car produced, which of the first 28 cars built, all were built in California and made out of aluminum. The cars built after the first 28, were built in Chicago and were built out of steel.
This restoration is stellar, and the car looks like it just came off the showroom floor.
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[@swabby429]

The styling is far and away ahead of its time. Simply gorgeous.

[@loucostabile]

Hi J Johnson, Thanks for viewing and sharing your thoughts on this car :-) Lou

[@mikejames-drummerreginacan1386]

I shared this video with Jim Muntz, son of Earl Muntz. He enjoyed seeing this. Earl was a pioneer in cars, TV's and car audio. My first job in 1974 was at MUNTZ STEREO, a Canadian retailer of Muntz 8 track car stereos........Earl was legend. Thanks Lou.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Mike, Happy to read Earl Muntz enjoyed this video. Thank you for sharing it with him. You're welcome, Lou

[@yurinator6284]

Such an amazing vehicle. Wonderful craftsmanship. Clean engine, runs like a dream and having only bought it for $60! Madman Muntz was an innovator in a lot of fields. Created the predecessor to the 8 track, created an affordable black and white television receiver, was a pioneer in advertising, and actually managed to make his used car sale lots the 7th Most popular tourist attractions in Southern California. American ingenuity at it’s finest.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Yuri Nator, Happy to read you appreciate this "amazing vehicle" :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing and I believe you're going to see many more cars on this Channel you'll enjoy. Hope you Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@TheGman2421]

Beautiful car! So far ahead for 1950’s. This is a work of art.

[@loucostabile]

Hi TheGman2421, Happy to read you appreciate the looks of this car :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing and I believe you're going to see many more cars on this Channel you'll enjoy. Hope you Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@andrer.boucher1137]

My, my,my, Lou. What an incredible restoration. Dave has to be the proudest dude on the block .. A stunning ride and the unique engine and sound makes you smile. I had never seen one until today. You made my day. High five brother.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Andre R. Boucher, I'm so glad you were able to see this car :-) I was excited to video this car with Dave, because it's so rare and unique, and to find one in this condition is really difficult. High five right back at you, Lou

[@iamrichrocker]

Lou..speechless...cannot find the words to describe the appeal..beauty...refined build of this car....think this nice gentleman got a great return on his 60$...thx for this video...wow

[@loucostabile]

Hi imarichrocker, "speechless & wow" High praise :-) You're welcome, Lou

[@stwhite5135]

You've outdone yourself, Lou. I couldn't believe it when he popped the hood. That exhaust would make any real car guy grin from ear to ear just the way he did.

[@loucostabile]

Hi St White, Well said, and yes, I was smiling ear to ear :-) Lou

[@AndrewGraham07]

Muntz is car manufacturer I'd never heard of until stumbling across this video. Extraordinary attention to detail on what has so obviously been a real labor of love begs the question, "how do you make a small fortune out of restoring an old car ?" The answer : start with a large one. Lovely exhaust note, not at all what I expected. This restoration is a real credit to the extremely knowledgeable owner.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Andrew Graham, Thank you for a delightful comment again. Stay tuned....Dave has a few more :-) Lou

[@chuckhaugan4970]

I wasn't expecting that true six pack!!!! His poor mechanic. How does this car only have 130 comments and 259 likes? Who are these two who disliked? What is wrong with them? Sorry, but a that car is art, even by today's standards! Thanks Lou. I've only seen this car in old rags, when I was a kid. Very cool car and owner.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Chuck, Happy to read you appreciate the rarity of this car :-) Glad you and I enjoy this car, Lou

[@lmoore5264]

What a beautiful car that I never knew existed. The owner seems like a super nice person. Thanks Lou for sharing this piece of history.

[@loucostabile]

Hi L Moore, Glad you enjoy the looks of this one :-) You're welcome, Lou

[@eddiea3782]

Oh my gosh. This is an absolutely beautiful car. And it sounds awesome!

[@loucostabile]

HI Eddie A, Happy to read you appreciate the looks and sound of this car :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing and I believe you're going to see many more cars on this Channel you'll enjoy. Hope you Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@kennethconnors7532]

Muntz is a legend always a great video Lou , worth watching with your personal touch

[@loucostabile]

HI Kenneth Connors, Glad to share this wonderful car with you, and I do appreciate the kind words. Thank you, Lou

[@zachwheeler9846]

Beautiful Muntz, very nice example. You definitely couldn't get something like that today for $60 even in rough shape. Love the design of Muntz's, the squatty wide low profile body and the bug eye headlights, what's not to love. Great video Lou!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Zach, Happy to read "Beautiful Muntz" :-) My pleasure sharing this car with you, Lou

[@wickedfirefly13]

I love this car! It's everything it should be!!!!! The owner has taken such great care, easy to see he loves it!! The Tahitian Red/Merlot is amazingly beautiful! I have a new favorite! She really purrs too, very nice! Thank you, very enjoyable!

[@loucostabile]

Hi WickedFireFly13, We have a Winner! Thank you for viewing and sharing. You're welcome, and it's my pleasure, Lou

[@AlMeans]

Purrs. That's the word I was looking for!

[@gregdeluca8404]

wickedfirefly13 has5g

[@mrdanforth3744]

A little back story on this car... They mention that it was the work of Frank Kurtis, legendary builder of Indianapolis race cars. His shop was in Glendale California. He made race cars for all kinds of customers, and would build a custom sports car too if you asked. In 1941 he bought a wrecked Buick and rebuilt it into a low, sleek sports car that looked very much like this car, and drove it to the last prewar Indy 500 in May 1941. After the war he made duplicates in series production like this car, one of 28. Earl "Madman" Muntz made his fame as a salesman of radios and used cars during the war in California. When the Kaiser and Frazer cars came out in 1946 he became the California distributor. When he spotted the Kurtis sports cars, he made a deal with Kurtis to buy the rights. This is when production was moved to Evanston, the car was lengthened 11 inches to get a bigger back seat and body was changed from aluminum to steel. Production continued for a while but then the major manufacturers brought out cars like the Nash Healey. Chevrolet Corvette, Ford Thunderbird, Buick Skylark and Packard Caribbean. The very expensive, hand built Muntz cars could not compete on price and fell by the way side. Still, a very fine and beautiful car that goes down in history as the first production sports car in America.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Mr Danforth 374, Thank you for viewing, sharing your knowledge, and adding to the story. Hope you see many more cars on the Channel you'll enjoy, Lou

[@willsco76]

Lou. Nice job finding a real odd ball car. Great paint and interior. The engine surprised me.

[@loucostabile]

Hi William Scott, This one was a bonus to the car I was planning to video, so it surprised me too :-) Stay tuned...Lou

[@martentrudeau6948]

That is amazing, I commend Dave for his 1950 Muntz. It's a beautiful and a hot rod.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Marten Trudeau, I agree, this car is amazing :-) Glad you enjoy this one too, Lou

[@welchshahan714]

Lou, Keep showing these cars. I like your comments, you don't put down people who don't know that much about these cars, unlike some of the other websiites I've visited

[@loucostabile]

Hi welch shahan, Thank you for the encouraging words. Glad you're along for the ride :-) Lou

[@budgetaudiophilelife-long5461]

🙋‍♂️THANKS LOU,AND DAVE …just watching today…a BEAUTIFUL 🤩 “for all intensive purposes “😁 CAR AND STORY 😎💚💚💚

[@loucostabile]

Hi Budget Audiophile Life-long, Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this car :-) Lou

[@robgrear1142]

The button story was incredible. A real beauty. Never saw a Munoz before and I can see why they were so special. $60…and tens of thousands later…a real gem.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Rob, Happy to share this gem with you. Here is another one you might enjoy, Lou kzbin.info/www/bejne/e5u7kKyKm7WMoMk

[@scottbrady7499]

all that power, an an aluminium bodied vehicle. truly a "jet." not too dissimilar in profile from the hudson hornets of the time, sleeker and lower with stylish wraparound bumpers. simply magnificent to behold. and a place to keep a fifth of some booze!

[@loucostabile]

Glad you enjoy all the details of this one Scott Brady :-)

[@Luar5511]

I got to meet Dave today, very nice gentleman. He actually drove his Muntz to a local eatery where I was quickly drawn to it. His car is even more beautiful in person. Dave was very gracious answering all my questions and pointed me to this video to find out more about his Muntz. Fantastic car! Should be in a museum.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Luar Noremlas, Glad you met Dave and enjoy this amazing car. Here is another for you, and Stay tuned in the coming weeks, and there well be another one too :-) Enjoy, Lou kzbin.info/www/bejne/h6CVg5WNmMaerck

[@bobmarker6812]

What a neat and RARE car!! It's spitting nails at idle, like it might have a mild cam. Sounds great!

[@loucostabile]

Hi bob marker, Happy to read you appreciate the rarity of this car :-) Hope you see many more cars you enjoy on this Channel, Lou

[@dancingtrout6719]

Lou the Only Car You Havent Gotten too Do a Review On is the Moon Buggy..! there is one at a space museum im sure.. Lou you do the impossible ::making people Smile ..Thanks Always

[@loucostabile]

Hi Dancing Trout, Hmmm, Moon Buggy....ride in the moon.... I LIKE IT! :-) Lou

[@dancingtrout6719]

@@loucostabile smiles.. about the moon buggy there is a moon buggy ,they left it on the moon when they last went there ,, it was too heavy too bring home.. they have another some where on earth .. thanks always...

[@CarlosOliveira-cj3iz]

I saw a few of them for the first time, during my five years stay in America...going to many car events... A very special car! Very nice vídeo.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Carlos Oliveira, Happy to read this car / video brings back memories of your ones you remember :-) Hope you see many more cars on this KZbin Channel you'll enjoy, Lou

[@CarlosOliveira-cj3iz]

Lou Costabile , Thank you! Was really nice to find your videos. Great work! Here is 3 in the morning...so no more videos for now. But there are plenty of them that look very interesting, and they will bring back good memories.

[@djanimations9547]

Fantastic car! There used to be one in Summit NJ. Also a Chrysler Turbine car.

[@loucostabile]

Hi DJ Animations, Happy to read you enjoy this car :-) Here is a turbine for you to enjoy, Lou kzbin.info/www/bejne/kIuukpigeNp4Z7M

[@djanimations9547]

@@loucostabile Hi Lou!- My Dad's friend had the Muntz Jet in Summit in the 50's. Lincoln engine.He said that so many people asked what it was that they put a sign in the back window explaining what the car was. Thanks for the link!

[@Beun007]

Now, that's a really darn cool ride! Pefect!! WOW!!!

[@loucostabile]

Happy to receive a "WOW!!!" from you.

[@MrTrack412]

Yes, if for someone who knows little about engines, the one in this car is something to see. Thank you to Dave Hans and Lou Constabile!!!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Jed Clampett, Glad you enjoy the engine on this one :-) Me too. You're welcome, Lou

[@MSAUSA70]

Lou....Aloha! - Greetings! - Not only is your site Entertaining, but, it's also Educational to me...I never even knew of such a car called the Muntz Jet before today. Mahalo! --- M.S.A.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Mark Alexander, Happy to read you're enjoying the Channel and learning something too. I'm learning from all the Care Takers all the time. Glad you're along for the ride, Lou

[@gene978]

Hey Lou, I know I haven’t commented in a while. But do know I am up on your video’s and Liking all of them. I am on my way to work and don’t have time to comment like I would like to. I came across this Beautiful Muntz this afternoon and WOW! You are one lucky dude Lou! You should be like Dennis from “My Classic Car TV and twists all the owners arms to drive these beauties. :)

[@loucostabile]

Hey gene978, Business before pleasure, I completely understand. Glad you enjoy this one, and yes it would be fun to drive some of them too, Lou

[@MrEastern021]

once again you have amzed me! I have never heard of this car until now. Beautiful !

[@loucostabile]

Hi MrEastern021, Glad you enjoy the looks of this one :-) Stay tuned, David Hans has another amazing one on Tuesday :-) We'll both enjoy that one too, Lou

[@ripstill]

Wow ❤

[@loucostabile]

Happy to receive a "Wow" from you :-)

[@motorbikermiles1835]

Hi Lou, one of the best sounding road cars I've heard on tick over. That man is a genius.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Motorbiker Miles, I agree on the sound and the man. Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

[@randytim512]

This was a new one to me. I have never heard of the Munz. Great car. Thanks!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Randy Tompkins , Happy to read you enjoy learning about this car :-) You're welcome, Lou

[@donneesf]

I loved his response to the question about "what's the reaction..." at @9 minutes. Gorgeous automobile.

[@loucostabile]

Hi donneesf, Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you see many more cars on this KZbin Channel you enjoy. Please subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@TheRocketbob22]

Great car, great stoty by Mr Danforth below. Close to the best car exhaust ever, goose bump roar. Dave Hans is awesome.

[@loucostabile]

Hi TheRocketbob22, Happy to read you enjoy this one :-) I like this one too, Lou

[@tippey2011]

What a outstanding car Lou! Never ever heard of a Muntz! What a great example of a piece of machinery! So very interesting Lou!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Steve Flad, Glad you enjoyed this one and I agree with you, an "outstanding" car :-) Lou

[@popcultureaddict733]

I love this car! I would have liked to have met Mr. Muntz when he was alive. I have just recently learned about him and he was as amazing as this car is.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Pop Culture Addict, High praise for this car :-) Hope you see many more cars on this KZbin Channel you'll enjoy, Lou

[@ollehaggman70]

Lovely car.

[@loucostabile]

Agreed :-)

[@sacooper802]

wow Lou, you found a diamond in the rough with this one,one of my new favorites

[@loucostabile]

Hi soupercooper, We have a Winner! "One of my new favorites :-) Thank you for the wonderful comment, Lou

[@racer67]

In the rough??? This is a diamond period point blank!

[@kennethconnors7532]

you are doing a service to everyone watching these videos, amazing and rare cars always interesting

[@loucostabile]

Hi Kenneth Connors, Thank you for your kind words. It's appreciated, Lou

[@derrickrees8895]

Lovely survivor , makes you smile to see something like this !

[@loucostabile]

Hi Derrick Rees, Well said, Lou

[@hishamelfiki8111]

l really like the car. However this is my first time to see one. Thanks LOU for showing this very important and interesting video I like it very much. Thanks LOU and please enjoy your day.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Hisham Elfiki, You're right, a car rarely seen. I hope you enjoy your day too. You're welcome, Lou

[@larryhawkins3294]

I feel very uninformed Lou. I've never heard of Kuntz before...Thanks for this colorful and educational video of this special vehicle.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Larry, I'm learning from the Care Takers all the time. I find that as the fun part, and I hope you do too, Lou

[@racer67]

I love your videos you know how to film a car and all its details in all its glory!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Racer 67, Happy to read you appreciate the videos :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing and I believe you're going to see many more cars on this Channel you'll enjoy. Hope you Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@causwayspeedway]

Class act!! If I ever saw this my jaw would drop to!!

[@loucostabile]

Hi DWH BOI, Glad you like this one :-) Thank you for the great comment. Hope you see many more cars on the Channel you'll enjoy, Lou

[@charlesjenkins1225]

Dave is proof that nowadays you can't buy taste. If i saw this car i would freak out, I am 46, and i learned about Muntz from my Dad.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Charles Jenkins, You have a great Dad :-) Hope you and your Dad see many more cars on the Channel you'll both enjoy, Lou

[@gershonmayer9611]

"I wanna give 'em away but my wife won't let me. She's CRAZY"!

[@loucostabile]

Hi Gershon, Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you see many more cars on this KZbin Channel you enjoy. Please subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this KZbin Channel, Lou

[@BigHosMan]

OMFG! Amazing!!!!!

[@loucostabile]

Hi O.G. BigHosMan, We have a Winner! :-) Lou

[@leohobbleohobb3781]

great car

[@loucostabile]

Well said.

[@leohobbleohobb3781]

people that take care of spesial cars /old cars .have a passion for it and work etiks.It is a servise for the public to see great design in car history.a real labor of love.this car made my eyes go wet.he he.the shape is unik with curves that make it a little mean looking with nice curves.like the rear bumper shape with the shape of the rear body.It looks veteran but modern at the same time to in my opinion.my hat of to you

[@loucostabile]

Glad you like this one :-) Thank you for sharing this wonderful comment, Lou

[@dancingtrout6719]

IF you had 6 of these i would make one into a 6 second Car

[@loucostabile]

Nice !

[@paulkirkland1535]

Lou:it should be noted that in the early 50's the Caddy V8 engine was the "go too" engine for performance. This all changed in '55 with the legendary Chev V8 engine. In fact, the Chev V8 was actually based upon the Caddy V8. Designer Ed Cole modified the Chevy V8 to be lighter and more agile and thus operate at higher RPM for even more power. You can not discount the Caddy V8 of that era because even though it's heavier and has less RPM, it's a torquey gem and can be turned for a lot more power as is the case in this Muntz jet. I've actually worked on a few of these early Caddy V8's Certainly a nice car there.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Paul Kirkland, Thank you for viewing, sharing your knowledge, and adding to the story, Lou

[@TucsonHippy]

Robin Williams drove a Muntz Jet in the movie Toys

[@loucostabile]

Thank you for sharing that piece of trivia.

[@1hugeturdsundae]

Awesome sound!

[@loucostabile]

Happy to read you enjoy the sound of this car :-)

[@garbage854]

Sweet ride :)

[@loucostabile]

Agreed :-)

[@garbage854]

:)

[@williamreimund9001]

Beautiful car!!

[@loucostabile]

Hi William Reimund, Glad you like the looks of this one :-) Hope you see many more cars on the Channel you'll enjoy, Lou

[@Flam73]

this car is Just amazing 😍😍😍😍😍😍

[@loucostabile]

Hi Oliver BRUNET, Glad you think this one is "amazing" :-) Lou

[@tripjet999]

Earl "Madman" Muntz. We had one of their tape decks.

[@loucostabile]

Nice! Thank you for sharing, Lou

[@beatlebrad5339]

I just love this car . I have see several of these . And just think that they are great !!! . So crazy for the time but looks loos sort of like a Buick . I know that was a stretch lol . I think it is so funny that the Gentleman who built this car . Had such a ego the he put his face on the steering weal lol . Just great thank you and God bless :} !!!!

[@loucostabile]

HI Beatle Brad, Glad you "love it" :-) Blessings received. You're welcome, and God bless you too, Lou

[@beatlebrad5339]

Well thank you :}. !!! take care . ..... See you on the next video lol .

[@AlMeans]

Lou! This is bad ass!!! I've never heard of a Muntz Jet and am very impressed with the showing of this one. I regret that you didn't remove the top or at least answer a question or two; does the hard top somehow fit in the trunk or do you have to leave it at home, how difficult is the hard top to remove, is it a one man job, stuff like that. I loved the sound of it running and was knocked back on my ass with the engine! Damn. Too cool and thanks for sharing! p.s. to the guy that 'downvoted'; why?

[@loucostabile]

Hi Al Means, Let me answer some of those questions. 1) The hard top is one piece and stays at home. 2) Really need two people to remove it properly because it's so large. "thanks for sharing!" You're welcome, Lou

[@CreatorCade]

Wow.

[@loucostabile]

HI Josh Cade, Glad to receive a "Wow" from you :-) Lou

[@baronvontourettes]

I laughed so hard when you popped the hood. That's a properly hot rodded Caddy engine. I bet that thing screams on the highway.

[@loucostabile]

Hi Baron VonTourettes, Glad you like this engine compartment :-) This car is so well done :-) Lou

[@gphilipc2031]

Dignified looking car. Like a Rolls or Bentley.

[@loucostabile]

Hi G Philip C, Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you see many more cars on the Channel you'll enjoy, Lou

[@BrokebackBob]

Lou, I'm sending my bills for supplemental oxygen to you sir! What can I say? SUPERCALIFRAGILISTICEXPIALIDOCIOUS!

[@loucostabile]

Hi BobEckert56, We have a Winner! Thank you for the wonderful comment. Lou

[@Ptm6569]

wow never seen one of these but for 60 $ I think he got a good deal

[@loucostabile]

Hi Paul T McNulty, Glad to video and share one you've never seen :-) That's pretty cool, thank you for sharing, Lou

[@carllavell8673]

👍🔥😎🔥👍

[@loucostabile]

:-)

[@johndunbar7504]

Was this car equipped with General Motors `Hydramatic drive' ?

[@loucostabile]

Hmmm, Not sure, and hoping a Viewer can share knowledge on your question.

[@trevoncowen9198]

do u have any turbine car reviews

[@loucostabile]

Hi Trevon Cowen, Here is the only one, enjoy, Lou kzbin.info/www/bejne/oZbElaKOqamJmrs

[@choward5430]

Thank you Lou. Great car! Great sound! Great story!!

[@loucostabile]

You're welcome C Howard :-)