The merits of the Mercer Raceabouts of the 1910s and 1920s are such that enthusiasts have been seeking them out almost since the moment they were built. As a result, a number of the Sporting and Runabout models were converted to Raceabouts early in their lives – including this very car.

According to the Herb Royston list, this 1920 Series 5 had been converted by 1951, while under the ownership of Dr. Paul W. Morgan. It was later in the care of Mrs. William Hoffman of West Islip, New York – who proved to be a tough negotiator when William Harrah sought to acquire the car. A report on file from the Harrah collection archives notes that this Raceabout was restored in 1953 under prior ownership with guidance from some of the noted experts of the day, including Joe Murchio, Vince Galloni, and Ralph Buckley.

Following Harrah’s passing, the car was sold in the second dispersal auction to famed collector Al Ferrara, and resided for many years in a stable that included the Clark Gable Duesenberg SSJ. Staying within Ohio until 2022, it was acquired by Stan Lucas to sit alongside his ex-Richard C. Paine example as a well-patinated car.

Offering the looks and performance of a Raceabout – at a more affordable level – this handsome red “Raceabout” conversion commands attention.