1935 Duesenberg Model SJ 1
|

1935 Duesenberg Model SJ ‘Sweep Panel’

cropped luca1.pngByLuca

The 1935 Duesenberg Model SJ ‘Sweep Panel’ Dual-Cowl Phaeton by LaGrande is a highly coveted American classic car, renowned for its luxury, performance, and rarity.

Built during the Great Depression, the Duesenberg SJ represented the pinnacle of automotive engineering and opulence in its era.

1935 Duesenberg Model SJ 2

The Model SJ is the supercharged version of the Model J, which was first introduced by Duesenberg in 1928. The SJ’s supercharged 420 cubic inch (6.9 liters) straight-eight engine was capable of producing a staggering 320 horsepower, which was an extraordinary figure for the time.

1935 Duesenberg Model SJ 3

This power enabled the SJ to reach speeds of up to 140 miles per hour, a feat that very few cars of that period could achieve. It took only 20 seconds to accelerate up to 100 mph, which was extraordinary during that time.

1935 Duesenberg Model SJ 4

The ‘Sweep Panel’ Dual-Cowl Phaeton body style by LaGrande (a name used by Duesenberg’s in-house bodyworks) is particularly rare and sought after.

The term “sweep panel” refers to the signature body line that sweeps down the side of the car. The dual-cowl design includes a second windshield for the rear passengers, which can be raised for protection when the car is in motion.

1935 Duesenberg Model SJ 5

This specific body style was designed by Gordon Buehrig, who is considered one of the greatest American automotive designers. The LaGrande body provided elegance and luxury that matched the car’s impressive mechanical credentials. It featured a long wheelbase, giving it a grand and imposing presence.

1935 Duesenberg Model SJ 6

The craftsmanship and attention to detail in the construction of the vehicle were second to none, with luxurious materials used throughout the interior and a build quality that was unmatched by other automakers.

1935 Duesenberg Model SJ 7

Only a limited number of the Model SJ Duesenbergs were built, and even fewer were outfitted with the ‘Sweep Panel’ Dual-Cowl Phaeton body by LaGrande, making them extremely rare.

1935 Duesenberg Model SJ 10
1935 Duesenberg Model SJ 12
1935 Duesenberg Model SJ 11
1935 Duesenberg Model SJ 8
1935 Duesenberg Model SJ 9

The rare model on this page was sold at auction for a staggering 3 million dollars, highlighting its desirability among classic car collectors.

Credit: RM Sotheby’s

cropped luca1.png

As the founder of Car Classico, Luca's passion for classic cars began on the outskirts of Naples, Italy as a young boy in the 1970s, when he vividly remembers seeing stylish Alfa Romeos and sleek Lancias driving through his neighborhood.

After his family immigrated to the United States in the 1980s, Luca fell in love with the array of classic vehicles he encountered, from shapely Cadillacs to muscular Corvettes. Though he’s not a car collector or restorer himself, Luca has cultivated a lifelong appreciation in the classic car world and is fortunate enough to own a ’57 Chevy Bel Air.

Now living in North Carolina, Luca would be one of the few that would prefer to watch a Barrett-Jackson auction on the History channel instead of a Duke vs North Carolina college basketball game. He’s a regular at local classic car meet-ups and has the Charlotte AutoFair circled on his calendar.

His dream car is to one day own a C2 Corvette with its amazing split window although that better come sooner than later with prices continuing to climb.

Similar Posts

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *