Vehicle Description
1931 Plymouth Model PA Sedan
Chrysler launched the low-priced Plymouth brand in 1928 to compete
with Ford and Chevrolet. Plymouth gained traction in the thirties
using a combination of strong value coupled with clever promotion.
The PA introduced "Floating Power," a balanced engine mounting
system that isolated engine vibration to provide "the smoothness of
an Eight with the economy of a Four". This move turned out to be a
lifesaver for the Chrysler Corporation and many believed that the
company could not have weathered the Great Depression without a
lower-end model. Being new to the low-end market, Chrysler relied
on innovative engineering and technological advancement to make his
Plymouth's more marketable than the competition. Not surprisingly,
their plan worked well and the new and totally redesigned PA Model
Plymouth outperformed the expectations of both consumers and
dealers alike.
For consignment from 1931 a Plymouth Model PA sedan. This car is an
earlier full on restoration, and in good condition. Not often seen,
this brand started in 1928 saved Chrysler from the depression and
this was the economy model!
NO TITLE-SOLD ON A BILL OF SALE ONLY
Exterior
A simply curved chrome bumper leads the way and frames the bottom
of this beautiful automobile. Just behind is a chrome encased
radiator surround with a metal mesh pattern grille which is near
perfect. A single large round headlight, also encased inchrome,
hangs off of either side of the radiator via a chromed bar attached
to either fender inside. A long cowled hood covers the engine bay
and is painted in maroon and shows some chipping of the paint.
Flanking on either side is a curved fender which makes a slow dive
to a common running board and eventually connects to the rear
fender. This is painted black and within either fender in front is
a metal encased spare tire with a side view mirror on top. The
passenger compartment is accessed with 4 doors with a common
central pillar. Large glass is noted on this compartment allowing a
panoramic view from any seat position. The roof is painted in
accenting black and doors as well as window frames in maroon. Paint
on these surfaces is also chipping and shows some cracking. On the
back, an oval window and a curved bottom of the roofline gives the
car a late roaring 20's look. Way out back is a black trunk with
brass corner protectors. The bottom of the car shows another very
nice curved bumper in neat perfect condition. 19-inch black painted
wire wheels are wrapped in ultra wide white wall tires. The car
exudes success and is all luxury in its presentation.
Interior
A swing of the wood framed doors reveals plenty of broadcloth
covering, shiny handles and a storage pouch. These doors are in a
tan/mauve color way and are nearly perfect with their deep sill
wood window framing. Slipping inside a full front and rear bench is
installed and is also in very good condition. These benches are
covered in a light corduroy tan tuck and roll and the bolsters are
smooth and delightfully comfortable. The rear bench has some
curvaceous arm rests within the car side panes in back. A chromed
foot rest folds down for rear passenger comfort and plenty of room.
Gold carpeting in nearly perfect condition covers the floors.
Upfront the dash is a faux painted woodgrain and has a centrally
located spun pattern metal panel to house the instruments.
Unfortunately, one of them has gone missing. The headliner is off
white mohair and has stitched panels and is fairly tight and highly
padded.
Drivetrain
A restored 196ci L-head 4 cylinder engine shows in its cast metal
glory and is in very nice condition. It has a 1-barrel carburetor
and on the back is a 3 speed manual transmission. The rear axle is
a 4.33 ratio variety. All nicely redone and showing a little
rusting where the water hoses attach to this engine.
Undercarriage
Down below the floor pans and other stamped surfaces have a thick
coating of rustproofing. The frame shows some surface rusting, but
remains solid. Leaf springs are all 4 corners, and drum brakes are
all around. A single exhaust is making its way from front to rear
and is in good condition.
Drive-Ability
While the engine does turn over by hand, no attempt was made to
start it.
An earlier restoration leaves this car with some paint faults on
the exterior and a good looking interior. Not perfect but still
holding its own it can be driven and enjoyed after some tinkering,
or put it back to make it perfect. Either way you are dealing with
some good bones to start with.
NO TITLE-SOLD ON A BILL OF SALE ONLY
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special
interest automobile showroom, featuring over 850 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.
