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1931 Pierce-Arrow Model 41 Navigation
In 1931, Pierce-Arrow was in its third year of 'marriage' with Studebaker, and the companies were progressing well together. The company's ultimate, top-of-the-line luxury sedan was the Pierce-Arrow LeBaron sports sedan, call a club sedan in Pierce-Arrow's lexicon, offered at $5,375, the price of a decent home at the time. LeBaron was originally formed by Ray Dietrich of Dietrich Inc Coachbuilders. With Dietrich's design influence, V-windsheilds, recessed dashboard, and long hood, this body is the forerunner of the 1932 to 1934 V-windsheild custom Dietrich on the 147-inch wheelbase. The trend in luxury cars of the early 1930s was the series custom model, a small number of 10 to 25 or so of a single bold individually trimmed.
This car, a Model 41 with an aluminum body, is one of only 5 Sport Sedans built by LeBaron on Pierce-Arrow's 147-inch wheelbase. The storied history of Pierce Arrow began with the founding in 1865 in Buffalo, NY of Heinz, Pierce and Munschauer. It was a manufacturing company that crafted an eclectic mix of products from ice boxes and gilded birdcages to bathtubs and bicycles.
In 1872 George Pierce bought out his partners and changed the name to George N. Pierce Company. His first car was built in 1901 and in 1903 Pierce introduced the Arrow, a bigger car. This led to the great Arrow with cast aluminum body panels on a 93-inch wheelbase and helped build Pierce's sterling reputation by winning the first five prestigious Glidden Tours.
Beginning in 1909, Pierce-Arrow became known as the car of Presidents when William H. Taft became the first President to use an automobile for official occasions. This practice continued until the last Pierces were ordered in 1935.
In its day, the name Pierce-Arrow was renowned as one of the most recognized and respected marques in the industry. Pierce-Arrows could be found wherever the rich and powerful gathered to work or play. In addition to transport for U.S. Presidents, Pierce-Arrow sold cars to the royal families of Japan, Persia (modern-day Iran), Saudi Arabia, Greece, and Belgium. Scores of congressmen, ambassadors, governors, businessmen, and entertainers chose Pierce-Arrows for their transportation as well.
This car, a Model 41 with an aluminum body, is one of only 5 Sport Sedans built by LeBaron on Pierce-Arrow's 147-inch wheelbase. The storied history of Pierce Arrow began with the founding in 1865 in Buffalo, NY of Heinz, Pierce and Munschauer. It was a manufacturing company that crafted an eclectic mix of products from ice boxes and gilded birdcages to bathtubs and bicycles.
In 1872 George Pierce bought out his partners and changed the name to George N. Pierce Company. His first car was built in 1901 and in 1903 Pierce introduced the Arrow, a bigger car. This led to the great Arrow with cast aluminum body panels on a 93-inch wheelbase and helped build Pierce's sterling reputation by winning the first five prestigious Glidden Tours.
Beginning in 1909, Pierce-Arrow became known as the car of Presidents when William H. Taft became the first President to use an automobile for official occasions. This practice continued until the last Pierces were ordered in 1935.
In its day, the name Pierce-Arrow was renowned as one of the most recognized and respected marques in the industry. Pierce-Arrows could be found wherever the rich and powerful gathered to work or play. In addition to transport for U.S. Presidents, Pierce-Arrow sold cars to the royal families of Japan, Persia (modern-day Iran), Saudi Arabia, Greece, and Belgium. Scores of congressmen, ambassadors, governors, businessmen, and entertainers chose Pierce-Arrows for their transportation as well.
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1931 Pierce-Arrow Model 41 Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Pierce-Arrow Model 41
(Data based on Model Year 1931 sales)
1931 Pierce-Arrow Model 41 Convertible Victoria by LeBaron Chassis#: 3050235 Sold for USD$418,000 2022 RM Sothebys : The Hershey Auction | ![]() ![]() |
1931 Pierce-Arrow Model 41 Convertible Sedan by LeBaron Chassis#: 3050251 Sold for USD$154,000 2017 RM Sotheby's : Arizona Auction | ![]() ![]() |
1931 Pierce-Arrow Model 41 Convertible Victoria by LeBaron Chassis#: 3050235 Sold for USD$456,500 2016 RM Sotheby's : Hershey | ![]() ![]() |
1931 PIERCE-ARROW MODEL 41 SEVEN PASSENGER TOURING Chassis#: 3050171 Sold for USD$137,500 2014 Barrett-Jackson's 43RD Annual Scottsdale Auction | |
1931 Pierce-Arrow Model 41 Convertible Victoria Chassis#: 3050235 Sold for USD$385,000 2012 RM Auctions - Monterey | ![]() ![]() |
1931 PIERCE-ARROW MODEL 41 LEBARON SPORT SEDAN Chassis#: 325761 Sold for USD$132,000 2012 Barrett-Jackson at Scottsdale, Arizona | |
1931 Pierce-Arrow Model 41 Lebaron Convertible Sedan Chassis#: 3050251 Sold for USD$137,500 2011 Worldwide Auctions - The Classics at the Trump Taj Mahal | ![]() ![]() |
1931 Pierce-Arrow Model 41 7-Passenger All Weather Tourer Chassis#: 3050219 Sold for USD$173,250 2010 RM Auctions - Vintage Motor Cars of Hershey | ![]() |
1931 PIERCE ARROW MODEL 41 7 PASSENGER Sold for USD$79,000 2002 Kruse Auction - Tulsa, OK |
Pierce-Arrow Model 41s That Failed To Sell At Auction
1931 Pierce-Arrow Model 41's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
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1931 Pierce-Arrow Model 41 Convertible Victoria by LeBaron | 3050235 | 2020 RM Sothebys : Shift/Monterey | $375,000 | $450,000 | |
1931 PIERCE ARROW 7-PASSENGER SEDAN (LHD) | 2014 Shannons Sydney Winter Classic | ||||
1931 Pierce-Arrow Convertible Sedan by LeBaron | 3050251 | 2011 RM Auctions at Monterey | $145,000 | $225,000 | $275,000 |
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