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The LaSalle automobile, created in 1927, holds a special place in history as it is considered to be the first American car to have been styled from concept to reality. They were smaller and lighter than the Cadillac and built on a similar chassis. There were eleven standard body styles to select from, all built by Fisher and four custom Fleetwood models. They offered Cadillac-level quality at nearly $1,000 savings.
For 1930, Fleetwood offered six bodies, of which the most expensive was the $3,995 five-passenger All-Weather Phaeton (convertible sedan). This example was ordered through the Cincinnati Cadillac dealer and delivered to its first owner, J.M. Wright, on January 28th, 1930. Dean Buchanan, a longtime owner of the vehicle, discovered it in a classified ad in the Detroit News in the mid-1970s. Stored in a shed for many years, it had been owned by a railroad worker who lacked the means to restore it.
Mr. Buchanan began a nearly 15-year restoration beginning in the mid-1980s. Upon completion, it was awarded first place at the 2002 Bay Harbor Concours, followed by a first at Meadow Brook. It completed the summer with a First in Class at the Cadillac LaSalle Club national meet in Dearborn.
The Series 340 is powered by a 340 cubic-inch L-head V8 engine offering 90 horsepower and mated to a three-speed manual transmission. It is painted with correct Bay Tree panels and Bonaventure Green fenders and body moldings. The interior features tan upholstery and a tan canvas top.
In 2012, the car was offered for sale at the Amelia Island sale presented by RM Auctions. It was estimated to sell for $90,000 - $120,000. As bidding came to a close, the car had been sold for $66,000 inclusive of the buyer's premium.By Daniel Vaughan | Apr 2012
For 1930, Fleetwood offered six bodies, of which the most expensive was the $3,995 five-passenger All-Weather Phaeton (convertible sedan). This example was ordered through the Cincinnati Cadillac dealer and delivered to its first owner, J.M. Wright, on January 28th, 1930. Dean Buchanan, a longtime owner of the vehicle, discovered it in a classified ad in the Detroit News in the mid-1970s. Stored in a shed for many years, it had been owned by a railroad worker who lacked the means to restore it.
Mr. Buchanan began a nearly 15-year restoration beginning in the mid-1980s. Upon completion, it was awarded first place at the 2002 Bay Harbor Concours, followed by a first at Meadow Brook. It completed the summer with a First in Class at the Cadillac LaSalle Club national meet in Dearborn.
The Series 340 is powered by a 340 cubic-inch L-head V8 engine offering 90 horsepower and mated to a three-speed manual transmission. It is painted with correct Bay Tree panels and Bonaventure Green fenders and body moldings. The interior features tan upholstery and a tan canvas top.
In 2012, the car was offered for sale at the Amelia Island sale presented by RM Auctions. It was estimated to sell for $90,000 - $120,000. As bidding came to a close, the car had been sold for $66,000 inclusive of the buyer's premium.By Daniel Vaughan | Apr 2012
2024 Worldwide Auctioneers : Enthusiast Auction
Sale Price :
USD $95,200
2012 RM Auctions at Amelia Island, Fla
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $90,000-USD $120,000
Sale Price :
USD $66,000
1930 LaSalle Model 340 Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the LaSalle Model 340
(Data based on Model Year 1930 sales)
1930 LaSalle Series 345 All-Weather Phaeton Chassis#: 610649 Sold for USD$95,200 2024 Worldwide Auctioneers : Enthusiast Auction | |
1930 LaSalle Series 340 Convertible Coupe by Fisher Sold for USD$44,000 2023 RM Sothebys : Hershey | |
1930 Lasalle 340 Sedan Sold for USD$18,500 2018 Carlisle Auction : Fall Carlisle | |
1930 LaSalle 340 Sedan Sold for USD$17,750 2018 GAA : Jerry & June Smith Collection | |
1930 LaSalle Convertible Coupe Sold for USD$71,000 2018 Leake Auction : Oklahoma City | |
1930 LaSalle V-8 Fleetshire Phaeton by Fleetwood Chassis#: 8721020 Sold for USD$64,400 2018 RM Sothebys : Scottsdale, Az. | |
1930 LaSalle 340 Phaeton Chassis#: 605803 Sold for USD$66,000 2017 Carlisle Auctions : Fall Carlisle | |
1930 La Salle Four-Passenger Phaeton Chassis#: 605083 Sold for USD$60,500 2017 The Auburn Auction : Worldwide Auctioneers | |
1930 LaSalle 340 Five-Passenger Fleetshire Phaeton by Fleetwood Sold for USD$82,500 2015 RM Sotheby's Hershey Auction | |
1930 LaSalle 340 Seven-Passenger Fleetlands Touring by Fleetwood Sold for USD$82,500 2015 RM Sotheby's Hershey Auction | |
1930 LaSalle All-Weather Phaeton Chassis#: 610649 Sold for USD$66,000 2012 RM Auctions at Amelia Island, Fla | |
1930 LASALLE 340 SEDAN Chassis#: 612174 Sold for USD$37,400 2011 Barrett-Jackson - Scottsdale 2011 | |
1930 LaSalle Model 340 Town Sedan Sold for USD$49,500 2007 Vintage Motor Car Auction at Meadow Brook Hall | |
1930 LaSalle 5 Passenger Sedan Chassis#: 612308 Sold for USD$11,825 2004 Vintage Motor Cars and Boats at the Houston Classic | |
1930 LA SALLE PHAETON Sold for USD$51,750 2004 Bonhams - MOTORCARS BROOKLINE | |
1930 LASALLE 340 FLEETWOOD PHAETON Sold for USD$47,300 2001 Barrett-Jackson - Scottsdale 2001 |
LaSalle Model 340s That Failed To Sell At Auction
1930 LaSalle Model 340's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
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1930 Lasalle 340 Sedan | 2018 Carlisle Auction : Spring | ||||
1930 La Salle 340 Roadster | 607852 | 2017 Artcurial : Retromobile | $180,000 | $260,000 | |
1930 La Salle Series 340 Seven-Passenger Sedan | 614857 | 2011 H & H Pavilion Gardens | |||
1930 LaSalle Five Passenger Phaeton | 8721020 | 2006 RM Auctions at Meadow Brook | $55,000 | $90,000 | $120,000 |
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1930 LaSalle Model 340
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