1925 Hupmobile Eight Touring Car

Inline 8 Cylinder Power

The Hupp Motor Car Company was founded by Robert and Louis Hupp in 1908. The company would remain in operation until 1940 producing a wide variety of cars. Early cars we based on a more entry level market such as the Ford Model T but in the mid 1920's they elected to take a shot at a higher price bracket with the introduction of the 8 cylinder engine. For the 1925 model year Hupmobiles could be purchased with either their tried and tested 4 cylinder engine or the upscale inline, L head 8 cylinder engine. Producing 60 hp, they were a powerful motor which performed well, but there was a substantial price difference with the 8 cylinder coming in at $1,975, which was $700 more than the equivalent car with a 4 cylinder engine.

Presented here is a nicely restored example of the 1925 Hupmobile Eight E Series touring car. Finished in a wonderful shade of Orange with a brown interior, this 8 Cylinder Hupmobile has a great eye catching look right down to the yellow wooden spoke wheels wrapped in wide white wall tires. The details of the car become more apparent the closer you look at the car from the etched glass "wind wings" to the period correct "Oooh-Gaaaa" horn. Since benefitting from a full restoration, this Hupmobile has been collector owned and maintained while seeing some sporadic use. As such it does show some signs of patina on what is clearly a quality car. The L Head inline 8 cylinder engine starts easily and settles into a smooth idle while making use of its correct Stromberg carburetor and Water-Kent Dual-Spark ignition system. This makes the car not only an authentic example of the brand but also a car which can be used for simple driving pleasure, while undoubtedly garnering the question, "what is a Hupmobile?" Despite these cars being mass produced in their day they are not often seen today, making a tastefully restored example which is ready to go that much more of a unique find.