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This Duesenberg Model J wears Town Car coachwork built by J. Gerald Kirchhoff at a cost of $25,000. The car was built for Countess Anna Ingraham, heiress to the American clock and watch fortune.
The Countess gave Kirchhoff free rein on building this automobile. The interior features hand-embroidered silk brocade upholstery, cabinetry of inlaid Birdseye maple, and brass hardware plated in 24-karat gold. The exterior was finished in a bright metallic aqua. The design included a large trunk and rooftop luggage rack to hold vast quantities of luggage for planned European travels. A tank for portable water was installed and solid disc wheels were fitted at all four corners, for rough terrain
After building the body, Kirchhoff accepted her invitation to become her chauffeur. Together, they crossed the Atlantic by ocean liner and enjoyed a tour of Europe. The car and occupants returned stateside near the onset of World War II.
After the Countess passed in 1944, the Duesenberg was put into storage. In 1962, it was sold to the Powers Museum. Several years later, it came into the care of Anthony Pascucci. In 1982, ownership passed to Bernard Wajer of Maryland, who commissioned its restoration by Al Pruett & Sons of Glen Rocks, Pennsylvania. After the work was completed, it was shown at numerous Classic Car Club of America (CCCA) meets, as well as several times in Antique Automobile Club of America (AACA) and Auburn Cord Duesenberg (ACD) Club events, winning numerous awards.
The car remained with Mr. Pascucci for 17 years. In 1999, it was purchased by Thomas Derro and remained in his collection for 18 years.
The car retains its original trim hardware. Enough of the original upholstery survived to enable patterns for its recreation, in Italy. It has a fully original and matching numbers drivetrain and the body remains in its original confirmation, aside from skirted fenders added later in the 1930s. The disc wheels have been replaced by wire wheels.
The debate is ongoing on whether this was the most expensive Duesenberg ever built.By Daniel Vaughan | Dec 2017
The Countess gave Kirchhoff free rein on building this automobile. The interior features hand-embroidered silk brocade upholstery, cabinetry of inlaid Birdseye maple, and brass hardware plated in 24-karat gold. The exterior was finished in a bright metallic aqua. The design included a large trunk and rooftop luggage rack to hold vast quantities of luggage for planned European travels. A tank for portable water was installed and solid disc wheels were fitted at all four corners, for rough terrain
After building the body, Kirchhoff accepted her invitation to become her chauffeur. Together, they crossed the Atlantic by ocean liner and enjoyed a tour of Europe. The car and occupants returned stateside near the onset of World War II.
After the Countess passed in 1944, the Duesenberg was put into storage. In 1962, it was sold to the Powers Museum. Several years later, it came into the care of Anthony Pascucci. In 1982, ownership passed to Bernard Wajer of Maryland, who commissioned its restoration by Al Pruett & Sons of Glen Rocks, Pennsylvania. After the work was completed, it was shown at numerous Classic Car Club of America (CCCA) meets, as well as several times in Antique Automobile Club of America (AACA) and Auburn Cord Duesenberg (ACD) Club events, winning numerous awards.
The car remained with Mr. Pascucci for 17 years. In 1999, it was purchased by Thomas Derro and remained in his collection for 18 years.
The car retains its original trim hardware. Enough of the original upholstery survived to enable patterns for its recreation, in Italy. It has a fully original and matching numbers drivetrain and the body remains in its original confirmation, aside from skirted fenders added later in the 1930s. The disc wheels have been replaced by wire wheels.
The debate is ongoing on whether this was the most expensive Duesenberg ever built.By Daniel Vaughan | Dec 2017
2017 RM Sothebys : Hershey
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $750,000-USD $1,000,000
Sale Price :
USD $594,000
1932 Duesenberg Model J Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Duesenberg Model J
(Data based on Model Year 1932 sales)
1932 Duesenberg Model J 'Sweep Panel' Dual-Cowl Phaeton Chassis#: 2841 Sold for USD$1,127,000 2023 Bonhams : Quail | |
1932 Duesenberg Model J Tourster Chassis#: J490X Sold for USD$665,000 2021 Worldwide Auctioneers : The 14th Annual Auburn Auction | |
1932 Duesenberg Model J Stationary Victoria by Rollston Chassis#: 2505 Sold for USD$1,325,000 2020 RM Sothebys : Amelia Island Auction | |
1932 Duesenberg Model J Tourster Sold for USD$522,500 2020 Mecum Auctions : Kissimmee | |
1932 Duesenberg Model J Rollston Torpedo Berline Chassis#: 2574 Sold for USD$880,000 2019 Mecum : Phoenix Auction | |
1932 Duesenberg Model J Town Car by Kirchhoff Chassis#: 2514 Sold for USD$594,000 2017 RM Sothebys : Hershey | |
1932 Duesenberg Model J Phaeton Chassis#: J4632480 Sold for USD$600,000 2016 Mecum : Monterey | |
1932 Duesenberg Model J Chassis#: J4632480 Sold for USD$720,000 2015 Mecum : Monterey | |
1932 Duesenberg Model J Phaeton Chassis#: 2480 Sold for USD$500,000 2015 Mecum : Houston | |
1932 Duesenberg Model J LWB Custom Speedster Sold for USD$297,000 2012 Worldwide Auctions - The Houston Classic Auction | |
1932 Duesenberg Model J Dual Cowl Phaeton Chassis#: 2206 Sold for USD$1,540,000 2011 Gooding and Company - Pebble Beach Auctions | |
1932 DUESENBERG MODEL J DUAL-COWL PHAETON Sold for USD$375,000 2011 Auctions America - Spring Auburn | |
1932 DUESENBERG MODEL J FIVE-PASSENGER SEDAN Sold for USD$404,250 2011 Auctions America - Spring Auburn | |
1932 DUESENBERG MODEL J DUAL COWL PHAETON Sold for USD$440,000 2011 Auctions America - Fort Lauderdale | |
1932 Duesenberg Model J Torpedo Berline Chassis#: J546 Sold for USD$726,000 2010 RM Auctions - Vintage Motor Cars of Meadow Brook | |
1932 Duesenberg Model J Tourster Chassis#: J356 Sold for USD$550,000 2010 RM Auctions - Automobiles of Arizona | |
1932 Duesenberg Model J Torpedo Phaeton Chassis#: 2276 Sold for USD$500,500 2004 Vintage Motor Cars at Meadow Brook Hall | |
1932 DUESENBERG J LEBARON DUAL COWL PHAETON Chassis#: 2206 Sold for USD$830,000 2001 Kruse Auction - Auburn, IN |
Duesenberg Model Js That Failed To Sell At Auction
1932 Duesenberg Model J's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1932 Duesenberg Model J Victoria Coupe by Judkins | 2375 | 2019 RM Sothebys : Monterey | $1,400,000 | $1,800,000 | |
1932 Duesenberg Model J Tourster | 2571 | 2015 Bonhams : Greenwich Concours | $625,000 | $875,000 | |
1932 DUESENBERG SUPERCHARGED MODEL J BOATTAIL SPEEDSTER | 2011 Auctions America Auburn Fall Auction | $450,000 | $600,000 | $750,000 | |
1932 Duesenberg Model J Custom Speedster | 2522 | 2011 Bonhams Quail Lodge Sale | $400,000 | $600,000 |
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