Vehicle Description
1932 Plymouth PB Sport Roadster
The Plymouth PB Model for 1932 was the last of the 4 cylinder
Plymouths until the compact Plymouth Horizon came onto the market.
The 1932 PB Four, with its 196ci, 65hp engine was Plymouth's Zenith
4 cylinder car. It is undoubtedly the most collectable of the 4
cylinder Plymouths today. There is an interesting story concerning
the 1932 PB Model Plymouth. It is said that Walter P. Chrysler was
so proud and so convinced of the superiority of this competitive
entry in the low price field that he climbed into the driver's seat
of a Plymouth and set off for Ford headquarters in Dearborn,
Michigan. Henry and Edsel Ford politely went along when Mr.
Chrysler took them for a demonstration ride, then surprised them
when he presented them with the keys to the car and took a taxi
home.
For consignment, an older restoration of the very popular and hard
to find 1932 Plymouth PB Sport Roadster. With only 2,163 examples
built, finding one in any condition, let alone in fully working and
driving condition would normally be a chore. But as we always say,
you never know what's going to come through the door next, and the
day has arrived for a PB Sport Roadster to grace our Hallowed
Halls.
Exterior
Looking closely at this sport roadster you will notice all straight
steel just the way it should be with no evidence of rust repair. It
is bathed in an older respray of Mocha brown and framed on either
side with dark brown curved fenders and running boards we note
paint cracking and chipping throughout the body but no invasive
rust or corrosion. A classy vertical ribbed chrome corralled grille
is flanked by chrome bezel headlights that grow from each fender.
Fold down running lights are seen next to the headlights and these
have a chromed horn below each side. A simple single bumper
stretches across below and atop the grille corral is the 1931/32
specific Flying Mermaid radiator cap. The long louvered side cowled
hood covers the engine bay and the undulating fenders have a pair
of spare wheels and tires mounted to them with obligatory mirrors
atop. Dark brown faux delineation trim follows the body beltline
and wraps around the passenger compartment giving an air of class
seen on much more expensive cars of the era. A tight tan canvas top
is on, very clean with its glass rear window and redone wooden
frame. A huge amount of cargo space hides under the sloping trunk
lid and for extra cargo storage a fold down rack is attached just
above the shiny chrome rear bumper. Twin taillights in bullet style
chrome bezels perched on black metal stalks give a perfect framing
for the tail end of the car. Orange wire spoke wheels in 18" format
adorn the 4 corners and both front fenders. They are wrapped in
wide white wall Lester Tire Company rubber.
Interior
Swinging open the suicide style hinged doors we are met with an
overstuffed couch like bench seat covered in taupe leather with
vertical tuck and roll stitching. This upholstery exhibits only
normal wear that can be obtained by years of care and light usage.
The door panels display in the same taupe color and present with U
shaped stitching and piping to give some flair and design to the
panel. These panels present with minimal wear and just a slight bit
of folding and indentations. A full metal jacket dash in dark brown
is showing with some paint cracking and crazing but is still
presentable. A beautiful chrome bezeled cluster with a machine
turned backing sits centrally in the dash and contains all the
necessary gauges to monitor engine vitals. Just above this panel
are chrome knobs for the choke and throttle along with a center
knob for free wheeling mode. The original 3-spoke black bakelite
steering wheel fronts the dash and presents with minor crazing of
the finish. A somewhat soiled black mat covers the floors and has
the long gearshift and parking brake levels growing from it.
Drivetrain
A lift of either side of the center hinged cowl hood reveals a
lightly patina riddled and surface rusted 196ci L-headed 4-cylinder
engine, the last of the Plymouth 4's for quite a few decades. This
is fed by a rebuilt 1-barrel carburetor and has a 3-speed manual
transmission attached to the back of it. Bringing up the rear end
is the rear axle weighing in with a 4.33 ratio.
Undercarriage
A strong black steel frame sets the backdrop for the wood floor
pans and suspension components. No invasive rust or wood rot is
noted, just patina, spatterings of road dirt and some surface rust
on the usual suspects. The undersides of the running boards,
running board supports and body hangers all remain solid and rust
free also. Drum brakes are noted on all 4 corners with a new master
cylinder and wheel cylinders at each corner and leaf spring
suspension is fore and aft. A single piped exhaust system snakes
its way through the X-frame and has a new muffler and tail pipe
attached. All looking good and ready to go.
Drive-Ability
It started with ease and on the test track ran beautifully. Good
solid bias free braking, smooth shifting and nice power. The
interior is very comfortable and tasteful while providing much
comfort. All functions and gauges were working 100% and I felt as
if I was off to my local speakeasy for a Cape Codder or 3.
An older restoration now showing its age but by no means ready to
be tossed to the wayside. A nice color combination, tons of chrome
trimmings, and a posh comfortable interior make for a great car to
show and enjoy without the fear of a stone chip. Very few built and
not oft seen, this 1932 Plymouth Sport Roadster is a shining
example among the doldrum of other cars of the era!
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special
interest automobile showroom, featuring over 650 vehicles for sale
with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. Also, a 400 vehicle
barn find collection is on display.
This vehicle is located in our showroom in Morgantown,
Pennsylvania, conveniently located just 1-hour west of Philadelphia
on the I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. The website is
www.classicautomall.com and our phone number is (888) 227-0914.
Please contact us anytime for more information or to come see the
vehicle in person.
