1932 Plymouth PB Roadster

[Leif in Calif]

I generally don't post auction cars but a PB Roadster is pretty special. Most 4 cyl Plymouths are sort of "Sub Model A" in value, but the '32 is greatly revised and equivalent to a Model B with better brakes. Of course it doesn't have Ford's wonderful clubs and parts.  Many more pics in the ad....

https://www.hemmings.com/auction/1932-plymouth-other-hennessey-ok-413799?utm_medium=email&utm_source=EDaily&utm_campaign=

For what was marketed as an entry-level, four-cylinder car, the Plymouth line punched above its weight aesthetically in 1932 with a chromed radiator shell, dual chromed trumpet horns, and on many models, dual sidemount spare tires. All those attributes are present on this 1932 Plymouth PB Convertible, one of 690 similar cars built that year. Appearing to be an older restoration, this PB is reported to have an interior that is in “excellent” condition, reportedly retains its original engine, and is described as an example that “runs and drives great.” The seller states that the Plymouth is “free of rust.”

 

[StillOutThere]

These cars have twice the frame strength of a Model A Ford !  (Maybe more but I can't prove it)   I did own one briefly.

[SparkEE]

It’s a convertible coupe (ref.  https://www.ply33.com/Models/PB/).  

[42319DB34]

Appears to be a convertible coupe IE windows with regulators with fixed w/s

Roadster would have side curtains and folding w/s 

[suchan]

Nice little runner.

Not keen on chocolate brown, but at least the body color isn't yellow, and the wheels aren't orange.

[plymouthcranbrook]

Sold

[Twisted Shifter]

SOLD

$20,475

Inclusive of buyer's fees

SOLD DATE

Tuesday, Mar 14th, 3:00pm

[auburnseeker]

Definitely seems cheap enough even in those colors.  I bet the roadster even in those colors would have brought a bit more.  Just much sportier styling and in the end it all comes down to style. 

[thehandleman]

1 minute ago, auburnseeker said:

Definitely seems cheap enough even in those colors.  I bet the roadster even in those colors would have brought a bit more.  Just much sportier styling and in the end it all comes down to style. 

Rare Car!  My PB Roadster with its small windshield, I agree brings more to the table. Just by the style and sport looks.

[Jeff Perkins / Mn]

My friend’s PB roadster…..it is for sale.

[thehandleman]

Nice what's he looking to get for it? and location

[Jeff Perkins / Mn]

PM me for contact info. Car is in southern MN.

Edited March 15, 2023 by Jeff Perkins / Mn (see edit history)

[Hudsy Wudsy]

The carburetor appears to have an elaborate intake box. Can one of you enlighten me to it's design purpose?

 

[thehandleman]

That is the Burgess Shark Air Breather option my 32 PB has that, it draws more air in higher then down behind the engine, at least that's why my dad always said.

[Hudsy Wudsy]

2 hours ago, thehandleman said:

That is the Burgess Shark Air Breather option my 32 PB has that, it draws more air in higher then down behind the engine, at least that's why my dad always said.

Interesting! I suppose the air was cleaner up there.

[thehandleman]

Might be, maybe cooler and cooler air means a little better performance

[dpcdfan]

My dad restored this car in the late 70s early 80's Still looks great! That was a smokin' deal, wish i'd have seen it before the auction ended. Note the California plates my dad put on the car back in the day.