E. Paul du Pont's resources allowed him to hire top-quality automotive and management talent.
The company's first product, the Model A, was introduced at the 1919 International Salon at the Commodore Hotel in New York City (an event for the wealthy by invitation only, along with the finest manufacturers and coach builders).
Du Pont added an aluminum cover over the distributor, spark plugs and wiring for water and dust protection.
There were 12 factory body styles to choose from, manufactured for Du Pont by Merrimac, Derham, and Waterhouse.
A 1930 Du Pont Model G Merrimac Town Car won the Best of Show award in the 1958 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance.