intimeold Posted March 18 Share Posted March 18 (edited) We have a Potter trunk that the original owner's family said it was on his 1937 Chevrolet coupe. But , thanks to this forum; now we know it was a 1932 accessory. The Green Potter decal is still inside. 38 inches wide, 12 inches deep, sorry I don't have the height here tonight. Question is: What other applications would this trunk be compatible with? I believe it is too wide for a Model A Ford. Is there a book or listing for these trunks? intimeold Edited April 13 by intimeold (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Dobbin Posted March 18 Share Posted March 18 Potter Trunks were aftermarket accessories for many models of cars in the 1930's. Ford Dealers sold many of them that were made to fit to the back of the body contours. Search for authorized accessories for the 37 Chevrolets, to find out if it's correct for your car. Many were made as non-specific vehicle accessory items. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
13Caddy2 Posted March 19 Share Posted March 19 I've got one on a 32 Studebaker St. Regis---Tom 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
13Caddy2 Posted March 19 Share Posted March 19 any interest in a Potter decal ??I ve reproduced some-- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crusty Trucker Posted March 21 Share Posted March 21 I have seen luxury cars of the latter '30's equipped with accessory trunks, but never a Chevy, Ford, or Plymouth. Were they available for the low priced cars as factory or dealer options, or exclusively after market/DIY installations? In my opinion, they really spoiled the overall design of the car. Might as well attach a U-Haul. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Mellor NJ Posted March 21 Share Posted March 21 A 37 Chevy coupe already has a trunk built in. It seems like putting that trunk on is like wearing a belt and suspenders 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben Bruce aka First Born Posted March 21 Share Posted March 21 26 minutes ago, Dave Mellor NJ said: A 37 Chevy coupe already has a trunk built in. It seems like putting that trunk on is like wearing a belt and suspenders I resemble that remark!😁 Some folks just need more "trunk". If we, Mom, Dad and seven at the time, went on a trip, the trunk was FULL. Looking back, I am sure they wished for extra sometimes. Mullins trailers, anyone? Ben 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crusty Trucker Posted March 21 Share Posted March 21 The 1937 Chevy factory accessory list is too long to copy here, but shows no external trunk was available. If the past owner of this trunk claims it was from a '37 Chevy, it was probably installed as an after-sale add-on on a body style that did not have an opening trunk lid, such as the more rare "slant back" sedans or rumble seat coupes/convertibles. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TAKerry Posted March 21 Share Posted March 21 I would have no problem adding the trunk when travelling for the extra room (heck, how many times have you seen a new suburban with a pack on the roof rack? Like really, is there not enough room inside?). But just to tool around town its a bit of overkill and not particularly attractive or generally pleasing to the overall lines of most cars. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Mellor NJ Posted March 22 Share Posted March 22 On 3/21/2024 at 12:10 AM, Ben Bruce aka First Born said: I resemble that remark!😁 Some folks just need more "trunk". If we, Mom, Dad and seven at the time, went on a trip, the trunk was FULL. Looking back, I am sure they wished for extra sometimes. Mullins trailers, anyone? Ben You got 9 people in a coupe? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Mellor NJ Posted March 22 Share Posted March 22 It would be very difficult to add a trunk to this. If you did you would lose access to the car's trunk. The handle is at the bottom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Wells Posted March 22 Share Posted March 22 (edited) Look at this. A stock '37 flat back sedan with luggage rack and dual factory side mounts! It is also right hand drive. https://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/threads/1937-chevy-rhd-4-door-master-deluxe-no-trunk-dual-side-mount-spares.1310226/ P.S. A couple more '37's with side mounts: (don't know if they have luggage racks) Edited March 22 by Dave Wells (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben Bruce aka First Born Posted March 22 Share Posted March 22 5 hours ago, Dave Mellor NJ said: You got 9 people in a coupe? 😄. No, no. That WOULD have been something. I was inspired by the picture Crusty Trucker posted. We were crowed, though. The last such, I was 15 and Carl, the 7th was an infant. Smaller ones on somebody's lap! Ben Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Dobbin Posted March 22 Share Posted March 22 On 3/20/2024 at 10:06 PM, Crusty Trucker said: I have seen luxury cars of the latter '30's equipped with accessory trunks, but never a Chevy, Ford, or Plymouth. Were they available for the low priced cars as factory or dealer options, or exclusively after market/DIY installations? In my opinion, they really spoiled the overall design of the car. Might as well attach a U-Haul. A 1933-1934 Ford authorized accessory was the Potter Trunk, made to fit the Tudor, Fordor and the Victoria body styles Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larry Schramm Posted March 22 Share Posted March 22 Better 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PFitz Posted March 22 Share Posted March 22 (edited) The right car, in the right era, with twin bumper bars and a Potter trunk with matching twin trim beads. Paul Edited March 22 by PFitz (see edit history) 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsancle Posted March 22 Share Posted March 22 On 3/21/2024 at 8:01 AM, TAKerry said: I would have no problem adding the trunk when travelling for the extra room (heck, how many times have you seen a new suburban with a pack on the roof rack? Like really, is there not enough room inside?). But just to tool around town its a bit of overkill and not particularly attractive or generally pleasing to the overall lines of most cars. They destroy the lines of the car. If you are taking the car on a tour then cool, otherwise no. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
E-116-YH Posted April 13 Share Posted April 13 On 3/18/2024 at 3:05 PM, intimeold said: We have a Potter trunk that the original owner said it was on his 1937 Chevrolet coupe. The Green Potter decal is still inside. 38 inches wide, 12 inches deep, sorry I don't have the height here tonight. Question is: What other applications would this trunk be compatible with? I believe it is too wide for a Model A Ford. Is there a book or listing for these trunks? intimeold Hello Intimeold, What you have there is a factory accessory trunk for a 1932 Chevrolet. You are missing all the proper hardware for the trunk and the rack assembly. It was used on the four door, the two door and the phaeton body styles only. At one time the latches and the decal was reproduced. I hope this helps. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
intimeold Posted April 13 Author Share Posted April 13 9 hours ago, E-116-YH said: Hello Intimeold, What you have there is a factory accessory trunk for a 1932 Chevrolet. You are missing all the proper hardware for the trunk and the rack assembly. It was used on the four door, the two door and the phaeton body styles only. At one time the latches and the decal was reproduced. I hope this helps. WOW, Thank You We have had that trunk for years and never had a definite account of what it fit. Your pictures really help. intimeold Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott Bonesteel Posted April 14 Share Posted April 14 On 3/20/2024 at 7:06 PM, Crusty Trucker said: I have seen luxury cars of the latter '30's equipped with accessory trunks, but never a Chevy, Ford, or Plymouth. Were they available for the low priced cars as factory or dealer options, or exclusively after market/DIY installations? In my opinion, they really spoiled the overall design of the car. Might as well attach a U-Haul. Plymouth in 34 offered both an add on trunk and a trunk rack, even with dual sidemounts. My 34 PE came originally equipped with dual sidemounts and a trunk rack. One of these days I will paint the trunk I have for the rack and use it for long trips. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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