Biggest Car in the World (1931)

When the so-called ‘biggest car in the world’ was unveiled in 1931 it caused quite the stir. Studebaker, one of the USA’s leading car manufacturers at the time, was behind this mammoth motor.

At an impressive 40-feet-long, and 14-feet-tall, it weighed in at 5.5 tons. Constructed by a team of 60 men over three months, the purpose of this scale model was to promote one of Studebaker’s latest ‘President Roadster’ vehicles.

Although as its makers never put in an engine, there was no chance of this beast going anywhere.

After 5 years wear and tear as a tourist attraction, workers set the giant car alight. Luckily they saved some parts before reducing it to ash, and two of its giant hubcaps are still on display at the Studebaker National Museum today.

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