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In 1865 the company bearing his name was founded by George N. Pierce in Buffalo, NY. The company's first automobile, the Pierce Motorette, was produced in 1901 for the Pan-American Exposition. A new modern factory was completed in 1906 and the name changed to the Pierce-Arrow Motor Car Company.
Like many of his contemporaries in the early years, George N Pierce built bicycles. That was after an earlier stint making wire bird cages. Although the bicycle business was profitable, Pierce recognized that profits would increase directly with the number of wheels employed. Early efforts included six steam vehicles, under license from Overman. The steamers ran poorly and were quickly abandoned. In 1901, Pierce entered the internal combustion business.
Known for its uncompromising quality, reliability, and powerful motors, Pierce was one of America's finest motor cars. Pierce pioneered many innovations, one of which was integrating the headlights into the fenders.
LeBaron worked with Pierce in the design of several different body styles in the early 1930s. The 1933 Club Sedan was a LeBaron body design and was the beginning of the 'sport sedan,' to be owner-driven vs. chauffeur driven.
This Model 836 Club Sedan was built for the 1933 Chicago World's Fair. It features a full leather interior, Stewart Warner mechanical power brakes, Startix automatic starting, and an automatic choke. It was restored by its current owner and completed in 2006. Chalk notifications under the body reinforcement plate indicate that the car was produced for a major automobile show and with no trunk rack.
There was evident the car left the factory with an all-leather interior. Removal of the door plate established the original color to be satin silver. The darker color is Chateau Gray with Eulan Gray striping. This was the first year Pierce used tinted glass.
It is the first car to have hydraulic valve lifters, full-flow oil filtration, and oil temperature control. It also sports ball-bearing spring shackles and a five-foot-long muffler, ensuring near-silent operation. The owner restored the car, completing it in January 2006.
Like many of his contemporaries in the early years, George N Pierce built bicycles. That was after an earlier stint making wire bird cages. Although the bicycle business was profitable, Pierce recognized that profits would increase directly with the number of wheels employed. Early efforts included six steam vehicles, under license from Overman. The steamers ran poorly and were quickly abandoned. In 1901, Pierce entered the internal combustion business.
Known for its uncompromising quality, reliability, and powerful motors, Pierce was one of America's finest motor cars. Pierce pioneered many innovations, one of which was integrating the headlights into the fenders.
LeBaron worked with Pierce in the design of several different body styles in the early 1930s. The 1933 Club Sedan was a LeBaron body design and was the beginning of the 'sport sedan,' to be owner-driven vs. chauffeur driven.
This Model 836 Club Sedan was built for the 1933 Chicago World's Fair. It features a full leather interior, Stewart Warner mechanical power brakes, Startix automatic starting, and an automatic choke. It was restored by its current owner and completed in 2006. Chalk notifications under the body reinforcement plate indicate that the car was produced for a major automobile show and with no trunk rack.
There was evident the car left the factory with an all-leather interior. Removal of the door plate established the original color to be satin silver. The darker color is Chateau Gray with Eulan Gray striping. This was the first year Pierce used tinted glass.
It is the first car to have hydraulic valve lifters, full-flow oil filtration, and oil temperature control. It also sports ball-bearing spring shackles and a five-foot-long muffler, ensuring near-silent operation. The owner restored the car, completing it in January 2006.
2014 Motor City Auction by RM Auctions
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $100,000-USD $120,000
Sale Price :
USD $121,000
1933 Pierce-Arrow Model 836 Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Pierce-Arrow Model 836
(Data based on Model Year 1933 sales)
1933 Pierce-Arrow 836 Club Brougham Chassis#: 1070061 Sold for USD$110,000 2023 Mecum : Indy | |
1933 Pierce-Arrow 836 Club Brougham Chassis#: 1070482 Sold for USD$57,750 2022 RM Sothebys : The Hershey Auction | |
1933 Pierce-Arrow Eight Limousine Chassis#: 1550247 Sold for USD$49,500 2022 RM Sothebys : The Hershey Auction | |
1933 Pierce-Arrow Model 836 Sport Coupe Sold for USD$200,750 2018 Mecum : Indianapolis | |
1933 Pierce-Arrow Club Sedan Sold for USD$31,900 2018 Russo & Steele : Scottsdale | |
1933 Pierce Arrow Eight Limousine Chassis#: 1550247 Sold for USD$61,600 2016 RM Sotheby's : Hershey | |
1933 Pierce-Arrow 836 Sedan Sold for USD$57,200 2016 Auctions America : Auburn Fall | |
1933 Pierce-Arrow Model 836 Sedan Sold for USD$52,800 2016 Auctions America : Auburn Spring | |
1933 Pierce-Arrow Model 836 Club Sedan Sold for USD$108,900 2015 Auctions America - Fort Lauderdale | |
1933 Pierce-Arrow Model 836 Club Brougham Sold for USD$33,550 2014 Auctions America - Auburn Fall | |
1933 Pierce-Arrow Model 836 Club Sedan Chassis#: 1070153 Sold for USD$121,000 2014 Motor City Auction by RM Auctions | |
1933 Pierce-Arrow Eight Limousine Chassis#: 1550247 Sold for USD$60,500 2013 RM Auction - Hershey | |
1933 Pierce-Arrow 5-Passenger Sedan Chassis#: 1070470 Sold for USD$34,100 2011 RM Auctions - Hershey | |
1933 Pierce-Arrow Series 836 Limousine Chassis#: 1550247 Sold for USD$68,445 2010 FAIRFIELD COUNTY CONCOURS D'ELEGANCE, EXCEPTIONAL COLLECTORS' MOTORCARS AND AUTOMOBILIA | |
1933 Pierce-Arrow Series 836 Limousine Chassis#: 1550247 Sold for USD$76,050 2008 Bonhams - Vintage New England | |
1933 PIERCE-ARROW 836 4 DOOR SEDAN Sold for USD$45,100 2004 Barrett-Jackson - Scottsdale 2004 |
Pierce-Arrow Model 836s That Failed To Sell At Auction
1933 Pierce-Arrow Model 836's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1933 Pierce-Arrow Series 836 Club Sedan | 2012 Leake Auctions Tulsa | $130,000 | |||
1933 Pierce-Arrow Formal Limousine | 1550247 | 2010 RM Auctions Vintage Motor Cars of Meadow Brook | $50,000 | $75,000 | $100,000 |
1933 Pierce Arrow 836 | 2008 Bonhams & Butterfields Sale of Exceptional Motorcars and Automobilia | $90,000 | $125,000 |
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1933 Pierce-Arrow Model 836
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