1935 Pierce-Arrow 1245 Twelve Coupe

This Pierce-Arrow is the sole surviving Model 1245 coupe. It has streamlined styling, a long hood, a rear deck, vee'd radiator shell and a curved roofline. It was owned for five decades by Harry Hurst of Santa Rosa, California, and later Washington State. It was eventually acquired from the Hurst family by Dave Murray of Gig Harbor, Washington, in whose ownership much of the present restoration work was undertaken. The engine was rebuilt and the body was partially repainted, along with a great deal of other mechanic work. In 2009, the car was driven on a trip of the West Coast to the Pierce-Arrow Society's National Meet in Temecula, California, in 2009. The car was then purchased by Jerry Ball of Texas and remained in his care until entering the care of its current owner several years ago.

The car is finished in black with red striping, has tan cord upholstery, red wire wheels with chrome disc covers, and white whitewall tires. Accessories include dual side-mounted spares, a rear-mounted trunk rack, an accessory AM radio with a header-mounted speaker, chrome dual horns, parking lights, and an archer radiator mascot. There is a rear window that rolls down to allow conversation with the rumble seat passengers. There are also large vent windows in the doors.

By Daniel Vaughan | Nov 2019