Unveiling the Legacy of Veritas: A Journey through German Precision

Hidden GEMS - In the quaint village of Hausen am Andelsbach, near Sigmaringen, Baden-Württemberg, emerged a post-World War II sports and race car marvel—Veritas. Founded by the trio of visionaries: Ernst Loof, Georg Meier, and Lorenz Dietrich, the company's inception marked a turning point in automotive history.

The 1964 Veritas RS II Coupé crafted as a one-off prototype, and based on 1953 Veritas RS Roadster. (Picture from: HistoricAutomotivePromotion)

Veritas initially garnered attention by refurbishing and enhancing pre-war BMW 328 cars. Under the skilled hands of its founders, these transformed vehicles, known as BMW-Veritas cars, made their debut in 1947. Karl Kling, the proud owner of the first car, clinched victory at Hockenheim, securing the 1947 German 2-litre champion title.

The 1964 Veritas RS II Coupé  received a facelift with a new tubular frame and an exquisitely designed body. (Picture from: HistoricAutomotivePromotion)

As the momentum grew, the company faced a shift in nomenclature due to objections from BMW. The cars dropped the "BMW" tag, becoming simply known as Veritas. Among the notable creations was the 1950 BMW-Veritas SP90 Convertibles by Spohn, a unique masterpiece featuring dramatic tail fins and elongated hoods, setting it apart from its Veritas counterparts.

The 1964 Veritas RS II Coupé is a two-door, two-seat marvel boasts a rear-wheel-drive configuration, with the engine elegantly placed at the front. (Picture from: HistoricAutomotivePromotion)

Unfortunately, Veritas met its demise with the official bankruptcy filing of Ernst Loof in 1953. The still existing Veritas vehicles and chassis were bought by the washing machine producer and former financial sponsor H.Bonn and the racing car driver Willi Sturzebecher.

The 1964 Veritas RS II Coupé is a two-door, two-seat marvel boasts a rear-wheel-drive configuration, with the engine elegantly placed at the front. (Picture from: Team-BHP)

Sturzebecher was aware of Veritas' financial ruin, yet the racing cars themselves outperformed the competition. This was evidenced by their successful performances in races over several years, including Sturzebecher's tenure driving his Meteor, until he ultimately retired from racing.

The 1964 Veritas RS II Coupé is a two-door, two-seat marvel boasts a rear-wheel-drive configuration, with the engine elegantly placed at the front. (Picture from: Team-BHP)

One standout gem in the Veritas collection is the Veritas RS II Coupé, was built commissioned by a wealthy American customer at the Master school in Kaiserslautern back in 1964. This two-door, two-seat marvel boasts a rear-wheel-drive configuration, with the engine elegantly placed at the front. Its inline six-cylinder OHV engine, with a volume of 1,998 cm3, boasts a 66.4 mm bore and a stroke of 96 mm. 

The 1964 Veritas RS II Coupé powered by an inline six-cylinder OHV engine, fueled by three carburetors, and coupled with a four-speed transmission system. (Picture from: HistoricAutomotivePromotion)

Fueled by three carburetors and coupled with a four-speed transmission system, the RS II Coupé roars to life. The engine, capable of delivering 88 kW (120 hp) at 5,000 rpm, propels the car to a maximum speed of 175 kph.

The 1964 Veritas RS II Coupé features a wheelbase of 2,400 mm and a weight of 1,000 kg.. (Picture from: HistoricAutomotivePromotion)

A testament to Veritas's commitment to excellence, the RS II Coupé features a wheelbase of 2,400 mm and a weight of 1,000 kg. Originally crafted as a one-off prototype in 1964, whispers in automotive circles suggest that only three of these marvels were ever built. The chassis, a reincarnation of the Veritas RS Roadster of 1953, received a facelift with a new tubular frame and an exquisitely designed body. The engine, sourced from the pre-war BMW 328, underwent meticulous adjustments by the Heinkel.

Veritas, with its rich history and commitment to pushing automotive boundaries, stands as a testament to the spirit of innovation that defines German engineering. The Veritas RS II Coupé, a harmonious blend of power and elegance, encapsulates the essence of a bygone era, where each car was a masterpiece, a testament to the craftsmanship that continues to inspire generations of car enthusiasts worldwide. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | HISTORIC AUTOMOTIVE PROMOTION | TEAM-BHP ]

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