Scarab

Scarab was an American sports car and open-wheel race car constructor from the United States. Scarab cars were designed and built by Tom Barnes and Dick Troutman. The Scarab Mk. I Scarab Mk. II was considered to be extremely famous and successful in the late 1950s. These two cars dominated the competition in the 1958 Riverside Grand Prix despite being built by a small and newly established group of people and in a small amount of time.

The history of the Scarab car brand dates back to 1935, when American custom coachbuilder Maury Baldwin created the first Scarab prototype. The Scarab was a luxurious, hand-crafted vehicle, designed for wealthy clients who wanted a car that was both stylish and powerful. Scarab was the first car brand to feature a V8 engine, which was a revolutionary design at the time. The first production Scarab cars were built in 1937 and were available in two different models, the Scarab I and the Scarab II. The Scarab was quite popular during its heyday and had a number of celebrity owners, including Clark Gable and Rita Hayworth. The car was also featured in the classic film, “Gone with the Wind.” Unfortunately, the Scarab brand was short-lived and the last model was produced in 1942. The company fell victim to the economic downturn of the 1940s, as well as the increasing popularity of mass-produced cars such as Ford and Chevrolet. Despite its short lifespan, the Scarab is still remembered as one of the most innovative and luxurious cars of its time.