Click here for the Short Film: The Remarkable Journey of the Last Two 1937 Miller-Gulf Race Cars
In this short film, Steve Truchan, a renowned car restorer from Gary, Indiana, delves into the captivating story of the only two remaining 1937 Miller-Gulf race cars. These rare cars, restored by Truchan, are now heading to auction. Designed by legendary engineer Harry Miller, they feature innovative engineering, including a four-cylinder engine
1937 Miller-Gulf No. 001
• One of two Miller racing cars commissioned by Indianapolis champion, Ira Vail
• Recognized as the most original survivor by Miller enthusiasts and experts
• Exceptionally original example of Harry Miller’s creative genius
• A tour de force of Harry Miller’s advanced engineering and construction
• One of the last major racing-car projects completed by Harry Miller
• An unprecedented opportunity to acquire the only two historic 1937 Miller-Gulf Race Cars in existence
The integrity of this one-of-two Miller-Gulf race cars is simply exceptional. Development and construction of it and its sister car are extremely well-documented in Mark L. Dees' authoritative book, "The Miller Dynasty," including extensive period photographs of the car's iterations. The car is also documented in numerous other books by respected Miller experts and well-known for its amazing authenticity and legitimacy among members of today's tightly knit community of Miller collectors, enthusiasts, and historians. One of the most attractive and technically sophisticated open-wheel racing cars of the pre-war era, this one-of-two 1937 Miller-Gulf race cars is extremely significant and simply irreplaceable as one of the last to emanate from the fertile mind and gifted hands of Harry Miller and his team. Miller-Gulf No. 001 holds its place amongst the very best and most important cars of its era and represents an unmatched part of racing history in America.
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1937 Miller-Gulf No. 002
• One of two Miller racing cars commissioned by Indianapolis champion, Ira Vail
• Unique and singular tubular cooling system and side-mounted gas tanks
• Exhibited at the 2021 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance and 2023 Amelia Concours
• A tour de force of Harry Miller’s advanced engineering and construction
• One of the last major racing-car projects completed by Harry Miller
• An unprecedented opportunity to acquire the only two historic 1937 Miller-Gulf Race Cars in existence
One of the most attractive and technically sophisticated open-wheel racing cars of the pre-war era, this one-of-two 1937 Miller-Gulf race car is extremely significant and simply irreplaceable as one of the last to emanate from the fertile mind and gifted hands of Harry Miller and his team. As with Miller-Gulf No. 001, Miller-Gulf No. 002 holds its place amongst the very best and most important cars of its era and represents an unmatched part of racing history in America. This an unprecedented opportunity for both cars to be offered back-to-back - the only pair in existence.
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