Vehicle Description
1932 Oldsmobile L32 Sedan
Ransom E. Olds began producing automobiles in 1897. Oldsmobile was
the first company to use the assembly line, but Ford Motor Company
later added the conveyor belt. General Motors acquired Oldsmobile
in 1908 and Mr. Olds later pursued another of his inventions, the
power lawn mower. The Ideal Power Lawn Mower began production in
1914 and was eventually sold to the Indian Motorcycle Company in
1945.
Available now from our consignment halls, a former member of a
prestigious private barn find collection, a 4 door version of the
touring sedan. She shows fairly nicely with slight rust on some
seams and a few dents and dings. The interior is pure 1930's with
mohair and overstuffed seating. The engine is unrestored but is all
there. Overall fair condition awaiting some TLC.
NO TITLE-SOLD ON A BILL OF SALE ONLY
Exterior
A dark blue respray that has been put on several years ago, bathes
the metal on this 4 door car. Body panels show fairly straight with
consistent gaps. The rounded exterior fenders have a few dents, and
show extensive pitting from previous surface rust damage. Up front
is a shield styled chrome surrounded radiator cover and grille in
black. Flanking on either side are big round headlights holding on
to each fender with a dual curved bar in chrome. On the bottom is a
bumper stretching across the front and the condition of all this
chrome is fair with dimpling, dulling,and pitting. As we move
towards the passenger compartment, a single pane of windshield
glass picks up where the hood ornament and cowl centerline leaves
off. Doors are in decent condition with no pitting or rust and
these utilize a central B pillar for their latches. Rounded fenders
are sharing the edges of a running board on both sides. Some rust
is noted where these running boards meet the rear fenders. On the
back is a trunk rack in black which hovers just above the rear
bumper. Taillights on metal stalks hang off of each rear fender on
the edge. 17-inch wood spoked wheels and 2 spare tires are seen
when moving around this car. It appears the typical canvas insert
panel for the top has been replaced by sheet metal as one can
witness the weld line encircling the panel on the roof.
Interior
Uncovered door panels reveal the wood plank and metal construction
of the era. Interesting to see how simply it was assembled and to
visualize the inner workings. A saddle covered vinyl front bench
sits in front of the dash, which replaces an original mohair front
bench. In back is an original mohair bench which has long since
rotted away and just a bit of the cloth is left with mostly
stuffing and springs. If you look closely you can still see some of
the luxury once surrounded by the pillar lighting corded pulls and
massive leg room for the rear passengers. Rear doors give us a hint
of the door panels which were covered in mohair. Wood lath covers
the headliner which is the underside of the previously stated metal
panel.
Drivetrain
Under the large hood we see the factory specified 240ci inline 8
cylinder engine. This has plenty of surface rust and a 2-barrel
carburetor on top. A 3 speed manual transmission is on back and
turns the 4.56 geared rear axle.
Undercarriage
A coating of surface rust is seen on the frame and floor pans as
well as suspension and rockers. There are a few small areas of
invasive rust and former repairs to said rust, however, the car
remains structurally sound. The running boards have been
undercoated. Leaf springs and drum brakes are all around.
Definitely a barn find which will need the capable hands of a
restorer and some extra TLC. Its all there though, (save for the
rear seat), and one definitely has the beginnings of a classic in
this Oldsmobile L32.
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.
