1934 DeSoto Airflow Coupe

From 1934 through 1936, the Airflow was built by the Chrysler Corporation for sale through its DeSoto Division. The design was radical and aerodynamic. It had a 115-inch wheelbase which was smaller than its stablemate, the Chrysler Airflow of a similar design.

The Airflow was a dramatic departure from traditional styling practices. From the front bumper back, the design represented the first major attempt to smooth away the wind-catching objects and channels found on other cars of the era. The smooth exterior design meant a quieter passenger compartment, along with other benefits. It featured wider front seats and deeper back seats with more passenger legroom.

The car had a unibody construction, allowing the passengers to ride within the car's frame, not on top as they did with other American makes. It had a stiffer body and better weight distribution through the engine placement over the front wheels, in contrast to the common practice of placing the center of the engine's gravity just behind the front wheels.

The Airflow received positive reviews from the press for their handling and acceleration.