The engine is an inline8 of 385cid that pumps out 140 horsepower of exceptional refinement. In 1932 faceliftte piercearrow haar model 8 met onder andere een v12motor. The piercearrow company built the reputation based on style, quality, and impressive performance. The triple tail light that had been used since the mid1920s was replaced by tail lights formed into the rear fenders, similar to the trademark pierce arrow headlights. For 1934, pierce arrow brought out a new line of automobiles. At the 1933 new york automobile show, pierce arrow wowed the crowds with the groundbreaking silver arrow show car. Its powered courtesy of a naturally aspirated engine of 7. This silver arrow coupe was a star among some of the worlds finest and most significant classic cars on the planet and the 1934 pierce arrow silver arrow coupe was certainly recognized and was awarded a significant best in class and awarded 100 points at the finest concours in the world, a. Car is registered with piercearrow society and titled by engine number as serial tag has been lost. Back when a car was art, this brand meant you were getting the best of the best and werent afraid to show off. Classics on autotrader has listings for new and used 1934 piercearrow twelve classics for sale near you. Robert greene and brucker family collections an awardwinner all over the united states for two decades. The car caused an absolute sensation, with a futuristic design, spare wheels hidden behind the front wheels, a widedegree angle v12 and a top speed of 115 mph 185 kmh. Collection of academy of art university automobile museum, san francisco.
Unfortunately the effect on pierce arrow sales the silver arrow s creators had hoped for did not last very long. Hd wallpaper for backgrounds piercearrow silver arrow coupe 840a 1934,738. Piercearrows topoftheline car in the 1920s was the dualvalve six series 33. The eightcylinder 840a, and the twelvecylinder 1240a and 1248a. This stunning 1934 pierce arrow 1245 silver arrow is one of just 1,740 cars produced in total by the company that year. Both sides of the hood open revealing the v12 engine. Mini coupe and roadster collaboration models my dream car, dream cars, mini driver. Derro collection the very first silver arrow produced the 1933 new york and boston auto show car formerly of the f. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Beginning in the early 1990s, this vehicle received a decadelong, concoursquality restoration. Dramatic styling inspired by the legendary silver arrow show car, and mighty 175horsepower v12 engine. Without them it is very likely that the company would have collapsed even before the stock market did in 1929. May 21, 2018 motoexotica classic cars is proud to present this 1934 pierce arrow club sedan restomod. Car piercearrow silver arrow twelve coupe 1934 for sale.
Hendry had visited us here in seattle to see my 1934 cadillac v16s. Piercearrow was een amerikaans automerk van 1901 tot 1938. Uk youngsters as young as 10 can take driver training. The piercearrow motor car company was an american motor vehicle manufacturer based in buffalo, new york, which was active from 1901 to 1938. He quickly introduced an eightcylinder engine along with multiple new bodies. This stunning 1934 pierce arrow 804a club salon sedan is one of only 654 ever built and was the most sought after package, offering.
Find new and used 1934 pierce arrow twelve classics for sale by classic car dealers and private sellers near you. For 1934, piercearrow brought out a new line of automobiles. The pick of the day is a 1934 piercearrow 840a silver arrow coupe advertised on. This silver arrow coupe was a star among some of the worlds finest and most significant classic cars on the planet and the 1934 pierce arrow silver arrow coupe was certainly recognized and was awarded a significant best in class and awarded 100 points at the finest concours in the world, a well deserved accreditation. So pierce arrow announced the silver arrow in 1933, a car that had a huge impact on automotive design, even if the company only lasted a few more years. A superbly restored example of the ultimate production pierce arrow. A wealthy buyer was ripe with choice, with the market being led by duesenberg, with others such as cadillac, packard, piercearrow and cord following closely behind. One of three known survivors of five originally built. As pierce emerged from its partnership with studebaker, it introduced three new models to the buying public. Legendary driver ab jenkins highlighted the piercearrows capabilities by.
The name was synonymous with class and distinction. However, very little hard information remains about the details of their development in the eventful months of the summer and fall of 1928. I t is easy to argue that the most important series of cars ever developed by piercearrow were its 8cylinder models. Out of buffalo, new york, pierce arrow was a brand that was best known for its expensive luxury cars. The old company would then be consolidated with pas motor into a new pierce arrow motor car co. Piercearrow twelve silver arrow is a car that has a 2 door coupe body style with a front mounted engine supplying power to the rear wheels. He gave us a signed copy of his recent book, just published, cadillac, standard of the world. Although best known for its expensive luxury cars, pierce arrow also manufactured commercial trucks, fire trucks, camp trailers, motorcycles, and bicycles. Hd wallpaper for backgrounds piercearrow silver arrow coupe 840a 1934,216.
Unfortunately the effect on piercearrow sales the silver arrows creators had hoped for did not last very long. The triple tail light that had been used since the mid1920s was replaced by tail lights formed into the rear fenders, similar to the trademark piercearrow headlights. Of all the piercearrow models made, the silver arrow. The pierce arrow is a great car to drive, but as a passenger with a driver you will. Piercearrow silver arrow brought to you by at eugene oregon. The car features an lhead v12 engine 462 cubic inch diameters cid with an estimated 175 hp. The 1934 piercearrow model 840a eight silver arrow coupe finished in two tone. See more ideas about antique cars, classic cars and vintage cars. At present she is sporting a seagrave engine but original engine is present as well as another 1934 pierce engine and transmission. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search.
Although best known for its expensive luxury cars, piercearrow also manufactured commercial trucks, fire trucks, camp trailers, motorcycles, and bicycles. Browse photos, see all vehicle details and contact the seller. Wright, five of which were built in a record three months, citation needed and introduced at the 1933 new york auto show. The pierce silver arrow was a concept car designed by phillip o. The twelve silver arrow forms part of piercearrows 1245 model range. Perhaps the most amusing anomaly in the history of the american automobile industry can be seen in the fact that pierce arrow, one of the most prestigious brands of cars that have ever roamed the american highways, has grown from a company for the production of cells for the birds. Over the thirty year period, the company managed to manufacture 1938 units.
Although best known for its expensive luxury cars, pierce arrow also manufactured commercial trucks, fire trucks, boats, camp trailers, motorcycles, and bicycles. The great arrow s of the early teens showed the world what the company was capable of producing. This unit features side valve valve gear, an 80 degree v 12. Auctions 1933 piercearrow v12 1242 7passenger sedan. Built for two years, these mass market silver arrows used a more conventional body design and were powered by a. The fourdoor sedan introduced streamlining to the market and showed the way ahead for modern car design. By the time the decision was made to build the silver arrows, only three months remained before the new york auto show, posing an almost impossible deadline. Perhaps the most amusing anomaly in the history of the american automobile industry can be seen in the fact that piercearrow, one of the most prestigious brands of cars that have ever roamed the american highways, has grown from a company for the production of cells for the birds. Kouri from kruse international 1933 pierce arrow silver arrow, 14k image from black hawk collection 1932 pierce arrow, 6k image of convertible sedan from dupont registry. Piercearrow was a manufacturer of luxury cars located in buffalo new york. The great arrows of the early teens showed the world what the company was capable of producing. Pierce arrow classic cars for sale car and classic. In 1908 the firm became the pierce arrow motor car company and focused its attention on production of luxury cars and pioneering technological developments, including servo. New, used and oem automotive parts large inventory great prices.
Condition looks excellent, and the seller claims that its original piercearrow twin. Due to a slumping demand in the luxurycar market, piercearrow made thier last model in 1938. In response, the company tried to generate excitement with the radical new silver arrow of 1933, which was designed by phil wright at the direction of roy faulkner, pierce arrow s new sales manager. This 1955 seagrave 530bh chassis h6326 fire apparatus is described as a former montana pumper thats now offered for the first time, presumably since original municipal purchase. Five production models were built, but they resembled a more typical piercearrow and lacked many of. Motoexotica classic cars is proud to present this 1934 piercearrow club sedan restomod. The 1934 pierce arrow model 840 a eight silver arrow coupe was born. Apr 25, 20 still, the forwardthinking 1933 piercearrow silver arrows accomplished their mission of renewing interest in the brand, and piercearrow followed up with a lowercost production model, also called the silver arrow, in 1934. In 1931, chief engineer karl wise proudly unveiled his entries into the hotly contested multicylinder race a pair of v12 engines of 398 and 429 cubic inches. Condition looks excellent, and the seller claims that its original piercearrow twinplug v12 starts on the button and runs like a watch. This powerplant features overhead valve valve gear, an 80 degree v 12 cylinder layout, and 2 valves per cylinder. Pumping out an impressive 175 horsepower, it was one of a scant few engines that could match cadillacs v16 for outright power.
Lot 5031 1934 pierce arrow silver arrow barrettjackson. The depression hit the luxury brands particularly hard, after 19321933 sales of the very top brands became soft as wealthy buyers opted for. The 1934 models had more rounded bodies with less chrome. The piercearrow silver arrow is a 4 door saloonbodied car designed by phil wright with a front mounted engine supplying power to the rear wheels. Although pierce arrow was in good financial health at the onset of 1930, thanks to the merger with studebaker, a new eight and record production, sales declined quickly.
Again with limited productions and an adjusted price from the 33 model, the silver arrow was a booming success for pierce arrow. Very rare 1934 pierce arrow art deco gauge dash panel rat rod scta trog flathead. Pierce arrow s 462 cubicinch v12 is an oftunderappreciated gem of the classic era. Images of piercearrow silver arrow coupe 840a 1934,216. The pierce arrow motor car company was an american motor vehicle manufacturer based in buffalo, new york, which was active from 1901 to 1938. To see ads from the may, 2020 issue, you must be a subscriber to hemmings motor news. Despite the stunning design, the production silver arrow did little to slow pierce arrow s precipitous slide toward bankruptcy, as sales lagged, and the company folded for good in 1938. Pierce founded a successful bicycle company that evolved into a producer of automobiles. At the 1933 new york automobile show, piercearrow wowed the crowds with the groundbreaking silver arrow show car. Gr auto gallery is excited to present this 1928 pierce arrow model 81 for purchase. Missing one marker lens, a door handle, gas cap, and.
Powered by a 414 cubic inch 6cylinder, 24valve engine, the series 33 replaced the righthand drive 38, 48, and 66 horsepower models of earlier years. Piercearrow society feature article series 33 dualvalve 6. The pierce arrow silver arrow is a 4 door saloonbodied car designed by phil wright with a front mounted engine supplying power to the rear wheels. Today there are only eleven known examples of the 1934 pierce arrow silver arrow coupe. The names barrettjackson, and all associated graphics, logos, page headers, button icons, scripts, and service names are trademarks, registered trademarks or trade dress of the barrettjackson auction company, llc or its affiliates. Twoowner pierce arrow coupe powered by a v12 engine. Kouri from kruse international 1933 piercearrow silver arrow, 14k image from black hawk collection 1932 piercearrow, 6k image of convertible sedan from dupont registry. Link your active subscription or subscribe for instant access. The power is produced by a naturally aspirated engine of 7. Nov 12, 20 lot 5031 1934 pierce arrow silver arrow barrettjackson. Keep reading to learn about these depressionera cars. Piercearrow was the old money brand in the teens, twenties and thirties.
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