1935 Plymouth Model PJ Standard Sedan

All 1935 Plymouths were identified as PJ, trim and mechanical options determined if it was PJ (Deluxe), PJX (Export), PJ Westchester (Wood Bodied Sedan), or PJE (Economy).

In 1935, America was deeply entrenched in the 'Great Depression,' and Chrysler was determined to capture the fleet vehicle market with a new body design and a very efficient drive train. It was designed to reduce oil consumption, increase fuel economy, and provide a comfortable and highly reliable driving experience, done by reducing the compression, installing a 1' bore single barrel carburetor on a centralized manifold, adding 17' wheels and a final drive of 3.7:1. They starved the engine and used a tall final drive gear to achieve the economy they wanted.

This particular car achieved 24.5 MPG, which is about 6 MPG more than regular PJ models. The 'E' model was sold only as a coupe body until February 1935, when it was determined it was popular with route salesmen and taxi companies, so it was offered in all body styles.

The 1935 PJE was built in such limited quantity that Chrysler did not keep separate production records so it is impossible to tell how many were built or which model. This particular model was built in March of 1935 as a business six, flat-back sedan and is restored to its original condition.

Presently, there are only seven registered PJE Plymouths: six coupes – five in North America, one in South America and this four-door sedan (from Michigan).