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The production of the Chrysler Plymouths began in 1928 which was the same point in history that Ford introduced their Model A. Even with stiff competition, the Plymouth marque was able to establish Chrysler as one of the top three automakers in the United States by the late 1920s. Their cars were sturdy and dependable and soon to become a style leader. Based in Detroit, Plymouth introduced their first model assigned a model year classification by the Chrysler Corporation in 1932, and it was the 1932 Plymouth PB. This was the same year Plymouth introduced one-piece front fenders, free-standing chrome headlamps, and a better version of their four-cylinder engine.
The Plymouth PBs of 1932 were offered as a four-door sedan, business coupe, two-door sedan, rumble seat coupe, sports roadster, business roadster, phaeton, convertible coupe, convertible sedan, seven-passenger sedan, and as a plain chassis. A total of 159 examples of the rolling chassis were created. Only 259 examples of the Phaeton were created; 690 Convertible Sedans, 4853 of the Convertible Coupe, and 3,225 of the Business Roadster. The most popular body style was the Four Door Sedan which saw 38,066 units created. 11,126 examples of the Business Coupe were created and 13,031 of the Two Door Sedan. Total production for the year was 121,468 units which meant they displaced Buick to become the third among US automobile producers for 1932.
This 1932 Plymouth PB Convertible was offered for sale at the Vintage Motor Cars sale at Hershey, PA, presented by RM Auctions. It was estimated to sell for $30,000 - $40,000 and offered without reserve. It sold for just under the estimated value at $29,700, including the buyer's premium.
It is powered by a four-cylinder engine that displaces 196 cubic-inches and produces 65 horsepower. There is a three-speed manual transmission and four-wheel hydraulic drum brakes. The 112-inch wheelbase is held in place by semi-elliptic leaf springs and a floating rear axle.
It is in good condition and is the recipient of an older restoration. All of its chrome and bright-work are still in good condition; the four-cylinder engine is well-detailed and correctly painted. It is painted cream with dark green beltline and matching fenders. It has a tan convertible top, tan vinyl coverings, painted black wire wheels with whitewall tires, and rear-mounted spare and rumble seat.
It is a car that is in good condition and one of the few PB Convertible's from 1932 still in existence. The big news for 1932 from Plymouth were its upgraded frame to the rigid 'X' construction. Oil filters became standard equipment and the brake drums were now fitted with centrifuse. This assembly consisted of steel drums with a fused cast iron friction surface.
Even though the Great Depression was in full swing, the PB models weathered this difficult point in history with great success. The Plymouth marque came into existence on June 11th of 1928 and would remain in business until June 28th of 2001. Ironically, the first and last cars produced would be fitted with four-cylinder engines and both were intended for the lower-priced segment of the automotive market.By Daniel Vaughan | Dec 2007
The Plymouth PBs of 1932 were offered as a four-door sedan, business coupe, two-door sedan, rumble seat coupe, sports roadster, business roadster, phaeton, convertible coupe, convertible sedan, seven-passenger sedan, and as a plain chassis. A total of 159 examples of the rolling chassis were created. Only 259 examples of the Phaeton were created; 690 Convertible Sedans, 4853 of the Convertible Coupe, and 3,225 of the Business Roadster. The most popular body style was the Four Door Sedan which saw 38,066 units created. 11,126 examples of the Business Coupe were created and 13,031 of the Two Door Sedan. Total production for the year was 121,468 units which meant they displaced Buick to become the third among US automobile producers for 1932.
This 1932 Plymouth PB Convertible was offered for sale at the Vintage Motor Cars sale at Hershey, PA, presented by RM Auctions. It was estimated to sell for $30,000 - $40,000 and offered without reserve. It sold for just under the estimated value at $29,700, including the buyer's premium.
It is powered by a four-cylinder engine that displaces 196 cubic-inches and produces 65 horsepower. There is a three-speed manual transmission and four-wheel hydraulic drum brakes. The 112-inch wheelbase is held in place by semi-elliptic leaf springs and a floating rear axle.
It is in good condition and is the recipient of an older restoration. All of its chrome and bright-work are still in good condition; the four-cylinder engine is well-detailed and correctly painted. It is painted cream with dark green beltline and matching fenders. It has a tan convertible top, tan vinyl coverings, painted black wire wheels with whitewall tires, and rear-mounted spare and rumble seat.
It is a car that is in good condition and one of the few PB Convertible's from 1932 still in existence. The big news for 1932 from Plymouth were its upgraded frame to the rigid 'X' construction. Oil filters became standard equipment and the brake drums were now fitted with centrifuse. This assembly consisted of steel drums with a fused cast iron friction surface.
Even though the Great Depression was in full swing, the PB models weathered this difficult point in history with great success. The Plymouth marque came into existence on June 11th of 1928 and would remain in business until June 28th of 2001. Ironically, the first and last cars produced would be fitted with four-cylinder engines and both were intended for the lower-priced segment of the automotive market.By Daniel Vaughan | Dec 2007
2007 Vintage Motor Cars at Hershey
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $30,000-USD $40,000
Sale Price :
USD $29,700
1932 Plymouth Series PB Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Plymouth Series PB
(Data based on Model Year 1932 sales)
1932 Plymouth PB Sports Roadster by Kercheval Chassis#: 1744385 Sold for USD$37,400 2023 RM Sothebys : Hershey | |
1932 Plymouth 3-Window Coupe Chassis#: PB57787 Sold for USD$34,000 2021 GAA : November 2021 | |
1932 Plymouth Roadster Sold for USD$22,000 2021 Mecum : Indy 2021 | |
1932 Plymouth Coupe Sold for USD$28,600 2021 Mecum : Kissimmee | |
1932 Plymouth PB Convertible Coupe Sold for USD$28,600 2015 Auctions America - Auburn Spring | |
1932 PLYMOUTH 2 DOOR COUPE Chassis#: PA81604 Sold for USD$38,500 2015 Barrett-Jackson - Scottsdale | |
1932 PLYMOUTH 2 DOOR COUPE Chassis#: PA81604 Sold for USD$19,800 2013 Barrett-Jackson Palm Beach | |
1932 Plymouth Roadster Sold for USD$40,000 2013 Mecum Auctions - Kissimmee, FL Auction | |
1932 Plymouth PB 4-Door Sedan Dallas Sold for USD$17,000 2012 Mecum - Dallas, TX | |
1932 Plymouth PB Rumble Seat Coupe Sold for USD$18,000 2011 Mecum - Kansas City, MO | |
1932 Plymouth 3 Window Coupe Sold for USD$46,000 2010 Mecum - Kansas City, MO | |
1932 Plymouth PB Rumble Seat Convertible Sold for USD$30,800 2010 RM Auctions - Collector Cars of Fort Lauderdale | |
1932 PLYMOUTH PB COUPE Sold for USD$47,300 2010 Barrett-Jackson - Scottsdale 2010 | |
1932 Plymouth Series PB Sold for USD$29,700 2007 Vintage Motor Cars at Hershey | |
1932 Plymouth PB Convertible Coupe Sold for USD$27,000 2007 The Florida Collector Car Auction | |
1932 Plymouth PB Convertible Coupe Chassis#: PB41731583 Sold for USD$38,500 2005 Vintage Motor Cars at Amelia Island | |
1932 Plymouth Model PB Convertible Coupe Chassis#: 1712953 Sold for USD$28,050 2004 The Monterey Sports and Classic Car Auction | |
1932 Plymouth Model PB Sport Roadster Sold for USD$44,550 2003 JEM Museum Collection | |
1932 PLYMOUTH PB ROADSTER Sold for USD$19,500 2001 Kruse Auction - Ft. Lauderdale, FL |
Plymouth Series PBs That Failed To Sell At Auction
1932 Plymouth Series PB's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
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1932 Plymouth PB Convertible Coupe | NCS93646 | 2020 RM Sothebys : Auburn Fall Auction | $30,000 | $36,000 | |
1932 Plymouth PB Roadster | PB47360 | 2015 Dragone Auction Fall | $35,000 | $45,000 | |
1932 Plymouth Coupe | 2014 Mecum : Indianapolis | $30,000 | |||
1932 Plymouth PB Convertible Coupe | 2013 Leake Auction Dallas, Texas | $21,500 |
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