1911
K-R-I-T
ROADSTER
Description
1911 K-R-I-T ROADSTER
Year/Model: 1941 Mercury Eight 2-Door Sedan
Engine: Smooth-Running 239cid Flathead V8 with Dual Exhaust
Transmission: Column-Shifted 3-Speed Manual
Mileage: 46,970 Documented Miles
Exterior Finish: High-Tier Paint in Correct Mayfair Maroon
Aesthetics: Full Fender Skirts, Bumper Guards, & BFGoodrich Silvertown Wide Whites
Cabin Upgrades: Beautiful Restored Upholstery with Added Safety Seat Belts
Trunk Space: Meticulously Cleaned with a Matching Full-Size Spare
Full Description
1911 K-R-I-T Roadster – An Museum-Grade, Ultra-Rare Dawn of Motoring Treasure
Price: $34,900.00
Own an incredibly rare piece of pure automotive archaeology. Now available at Premier Auto Sales, this 1911 K-R-I-T Roadster stands as an ultra-rare, meticulously restored survivor from the foundational dawn of American brass-era motoring. Built by the short-lived K-R-I-T Motor Car Company of Detroit (1909–1915)—famous for its distinctive, historical swastika logo which at the time symbolized good luck, passion, and flight—finding a running, pristine century-old roadster today is a near impossibility. For the serious historical collector, museum curator, or brass-era enthusiast, this vehicle is an absolute crown jewel asset.
Fully Rebuilt Brass-Era Mechanicals
At 115 years old, this mechanical time capsule is fully sorted and operational. It features a beautifully rebuilt 4-cylinder engine paired with a highly desirable, period-correct 3-speed slider manual transmission. Sitting on a nimble 96-inch wheelbase chassis, the entire vehicle has undergone meticulous mechanical restoration, including a completely rebuilt rear end and a fresh set of brand-new correct tires. This roadster doesn’t just sit as a static display; it cranks, runs, and serves as a living, breathing demonstration of early 20th-century American engineering.
Breathtaking Hand-Polished Brass Brightwork
Draped in an authentic, rich period-correct Green paint scheme, the striking silhouette of this vintage racer style roadster is defined by its gleaming, meticulously polished genuine brass hardware:
The Crown Jewel Front End: Features a flawless, iconic brass radiator shell that serves as the visual centerpiece of the vehicle.
Elite Period Lighting: Flanked by pristine, museum-grade brass headlamps manufactured by the highly collectible Castle Lamp Co.
Authentic Details: Anchored by its original, ultra-rare factory brass hubcaps proudly displaying the historic K-R-I-T emblem.
An Unparalleled Investment-Grade Collection Asset
Vehicles from the dawn of the automotive revolution are rapidly migrating into permanent museum collections and elite, multi-generational private estates. Offered at $34,900.00, this beautifully restored K-R-I-T Roadster represents an entry into a highly exclusive tier of automotive history. It is a certified conversation piece that will dominate attention at any premium classic concourse event, historical parade, or private gallery opening.