1931 | Pierce-Arrow Modell 43
1931 Pierce-Arrow Model 43 Phaeton
£58,000
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1931 | Pierce-Arrow Modell 43
1931 Pierce-Arrow Model 43 Phaeton
£58,000
1931 | Pierce-Arrow Modell 43
1931 Pierce-Arrow Model 43 Phaeton
£58,000
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Description
Description
1931 Pierce-Arrow Model 43 Phaeton | Rare Factory Right-Hand Drive | Straight-Eight | Exceptional Pre-War Luxury
Few motor cars command the presence and prestige of a Pierce-Arrow. Built in Buffalo, New York, Pierce-Arrow stood alongside Packard and Peerless as one of America's finest luxury motor manufacturers, producing beautifully engineered automobiles for industrialists, dignitaries and heads of state.
We are delighted to offer this impressive 1931 Pierce-Arrow Model 43 Phaeton, an exceptionally attractive factory right-hand-drive example that combines outstanding road presence with fascinating provenance and remarkable originality.
Finished in deep burgundy with contrasting black wings, this magnificent open touring car presents beautifully throughout. From its imposing upright radiator and long bonnet to its twin side-mounted spare wheels, sweeping running boards and external rear luggage trunk, it captures everything that makes a pre-war American luxury motor car so special.
Identification & Provenance
This car has been carefully researched and verified, with the following confirmed details:
- Year: 1931
- Model: 43
- Body Style: Phaeton (Open Touring)
- Engine: Pierce-Arrow Straight Eight
- **Serial Number:**1501340
- **Engine Number:**225986
- Steering: Factory Right-Hand Drive
The original Pierce-Arrow manufacturer's identification plate remains fitted to the firewall, together with the matching serial number. The engine number has also been physically verified.
The car is known to have spent part of its life in South Africa before later arriving in the United Kingdom, adding an interesting chapter to its history without detracting from its authenticity.
Engineering Excellence
Power comes from Pierce-Arrow's renowned 366 cubic inch (6.0-litre) L-head straight-eight engine, producing approximately 125 horsepower. These engines were celebrated not for outright speed, but for their exceptional smoothness, abundant torque and effortless cruising ability.
Factory specification includes:
- 366 cu in (6.0 litre) Straight Eight engine
- Approximately 125 bhp
- 3-speed manual gearbox
- Rear-wheel drive
- Four-wheel mechanical braking system
- 137-inch wheelbase
- Factory right-hand drive
Even by today's standards, the engineering quality is immediately apparent. Everything about the car was designed to deliver refined, effortless motoring over long distances.
A Rare Right-Hand-Drive Example
One of the most desirable features of this Pierce-Arrow is its genuine factory right-hand-drive configuration.
Only a relatively small proportion of Pierce-Arrows were produced in right-hand drive for export markets, making surviving examples particularly appealing to collectors in the UK and other right-hand-drive countries. It is both easier to enjoy on British roads and significantly less common than its left-hand-drive counterparts.
Presentation
This Pierce-Arrow presents exceptionally well throughout.
The burgundy paintwork has an excellent depth of finish, beautifully complemented by the contrasting black wings and bright chrome detailing. The wire wheels and wide whitewall tyres complete the period appearance perfectly.
Inside, the cabin remains wonderfully elegant, featuring the distinctive engine-turned dashboard, original-style instrumentation and spacious leather seating. The folding black hood is in very good condition and complements the car beautifully.
To the rear, the car benefits from both a luggage rack and a large period-style external luggage trunk, providing practicality while enhancing its authentic touring character.
One interesting feature is the car's bar-mounted headlamp arrangement, differing from the more familiar integrated fender-mounted lamps associated with many Pierce-Arrows. This long-established configuration forms part of the car's individual history and adds to its unique character.
Investment Potential
Interest in quality pre-war luxury motor cars continues to grow, particularly genuine open-bodied examples from prestigious marques.
With its verified identity, factory right-hand-drive configuration, impressive presentation and distinctive history, this Model 43 represents a rare opportunity to acquire one of America's finest pre-war automobiles.
Whether destined for touring, concours events, museum display or an established private collection, this is a motor car that attracts admiration wherever it appears.
Finding another genuine right-hand-drive Pierce-Arrow Model 43 Phaeton in this condition would be exceptionally difficult.
Vehicle Summary
- 1931 Pierce-Arrow Model 43 Phaeton
- Factory Right-Hand Drive
- 366 cu in (6.0L) Straight Eight engine
- Approx. 125 bhp
- 3-speed manual gearbox
- Serial Number: 1501340
- Engine Number: 225986
- Deep burgundy coachwork with black wings
- Four-door open touring body
- Folding black hood
- Twin side-mounted spare wheels
- Wire wheels with wide whitewall tyres
- External luggage trunk and rear luggage rack
- Beautiful engine-turned dashboard
- Very tidy, well-presented example throughout
- Known international history
- UK registered
- Viewing by appointment
- National and international delivery available
Available exclusively from Man Cave Cars & Classics.
Condition & Registration
Condition & Registration
- Condition category
- Restored
- Historical license plate
- Registered
- Ready to drive
- Accident free
Self assessments
Engine (Seller assessment)
★★★★☆
Paintwork (Seller assessment)
★★★☆☆
Interior (Seller assessment)
★★★☆☆
Technique (Seller assessment)
★★★★☆
Inspection Report
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Inspection Report
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Technical Details
Technical Details
Vehicle data
- Make
- Pierce-Arrow
- Model series
- Model 43
- Model name
- Modell 43
- First registration date
- 04/1931
- Year of manufacture
- 1931
- Mileage (read)
- 66,904 mi
- Chassis number
- 1501340
- Engine number
- 225986
- Gearbox number
- Not provided
- Matching numbers
- Yes
- Number of owners
- 5
Technical details
- Body style
- Coupe
- Power (kW/hp)
- 92/125
- Cubic capacity (cm³)
- 5998
- Cylinders
- 8
- Doors
- Not provided
- Steering
- Right (RHD)
- Gearbox
- Manual
- Gears
- 3
- Transmission
- Rear
- Front brakes
- Drum
- Rear brakes
- Drum
- Fuel type
- Petrol
Individual Configuration
Individual Configuration
- Exterior color
- Others
- Manufacturer color name
- Burgundy
- Folding roof
- Yes
- Interior color
- Others
- Interior material
- Imitation leather
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