Step back in time with this tribute to automotive legend - the Stutz "The Car That Made Good In A Day." This premium cotton tee celebrates the remarkable Indianapolis-based manufacturer that earned instant fame through racing excellence and luxury craftsmanship.
Stutz burst onto the automotive scene in 1911 when company founder Harry Stutz entered a hastily-built prototype in the inaugural Indianapolis 500. Remarkably, the car finished 11th out of 40 entries, leading to the famous slogan "The Car That Made Good In A Day." This incredible debut launched Stutz into the spotlight as a premium performance brand. Throughout the 1910s and 1920s, Stutz became synonymous with luxury, speed, and American craftsmanship, attracting wealthy buyers who wanted both prestige and performance. The company's racing success continued with numerous victories at Indianapolis and other major racing venues.
Despite their racing pedigree and luxury reputation, several factors contributed to Stutz's decline. The Great Depression devastated the luxury car market, and Stutz's high prices made their vehicles unattainable for most buyers during economic hardship. Management disputes and financial struggles plagued the company throughout the 1930s. Unlike mass-market manufacturers, Stutz never achieved the production volumes needed to remain profitable. The company's focus on hand-built luxury cars, while prestigious, couldn't sustain them in a changing marketplace. Production ended in 1935, though the brand was briefly revived decades later with limited success.
Product Details
- Fabric: 5.3 oz, 100% preshrunk heavy cotton (Gildan 5000)
- Fit: Classic unisex cut for comfortable everyday wear
- Sizes: Small through 5XL to fit every automotive enthusiast
- Colors: Available in multiple popular color options
- Design: Distressed vintage logo on front chest, blank back
- Printing: Latest direct-to-garment technology for lasting durability
- Details: Tear-away label for maximum comfort
This isn't just a t-shirt - it's a conversation starter about one of automotive history's most legendary racing and luxury brands. Perfect for car shows, casual wear, or gifting to the automotive history buff in your life.
Celebrate the marque that proved greatness could happen in a single day.