As automotive technology advanced in the early 1930s, manufacturers focused on combining comfort with improved engineering, leading to notable models like the 1932 Buick Series 90 Coupe Roadster. This prestigious vehicle stood at the top of Buick’s lineup during a…
As economic hardship gripped the United States, one automaker continued producing some of the most luxurious vehicles ever created, introducing the 1931 Cadillac V-12 Five-Passenger Sedan. This prestigious automobile demonstrated Cadillac’s ability to create exceptional vehicles even during challenging economic…
The automotive landscape of 1930s America saw the emergence of a remarkable vehicle that combined style, power, and innovation. This car was the 1935 Auburn Eight Supercharged Speedster, also known as Model 851. Gordon Buehrig, a noted designer of the…
One of the most intriguing American automobiles of the early 1930s was the Stutz DV-32 Monte Carlo. This luxurious sport sedan combined high performance with elegant styling, making it a standout among its peers. The engine was the heart of…
A remarkable example of early 1930s automotive luxury emerged in the form of the 1931 LaSalle 345A Seven-Passenger Touring. This vehicle represented a high point in General Motors’ “junior marque” lineup, offering prestigious Fleetwood coachwork typically reserved for top-tier Cadillac…
In 1936, the French automotive industry introduced a notable addition to its luxury car lineup – the Delage D6-70 Cabriolet Mylord. This vehicle, a product of the recent merger between Delage and Delahaye, combined elements from both manufacturers to create…
The 1936 Bugatti Type 57 Atalante stands as a remarkable example of automotive engineering and design from the mid-1930s. This model is part of the celebrated Type 57 series, which was introduced by Bugatti in 1934. Its graceful curves and…
A marvel of automotive engineering, the 1933 Maybach DS-8 Zeppelin stands as a shining example of the pre-war era’s most opulent and technologically advanced vehicles. This rare and mighty twelve-cylinder Maybach is a convertible of colossal proportions, yet it maintains…
Standing as a significant milestone in automotive history, the 1933 Ford Model 40 represented a blend of performance, affordability, and style that was revolutionary for its time. This model was part of Ford’s broader strategy to democratize advanced automotive technology,…
A masterpiece of automotive design, the 1939 Lincoln Zephyr three-window coupe epitomizes the streamlined elegance of the late 1930s. Designed by E.T. “Bob” Gregorie, this is arguably one of the most attractive body styles in the Zephyr lineup. Just 2,500…
As the first American front-wheel-drive car to enter mass production, the1931 Cord L-29 was a groundbreaking vehicle that combined cutting-edge technology with breathtaking style. The brainchild of E.L. Cord, a visionary industrialist and the driving force behind the Auburn Automobile…
Conceived by the Duesenberg brothers, Fred and August, the Model J was an automobile designed to compete with the most opulent and high-performance vehicles of its time. The ‘Disappearing Top’ version, crafted by the esteemed Walter M. Murphy Company of…