1932 Plymouth Town Car

edited by David Barth, 26 August 2009.
Courtesy The Automobile Driving Museum in Los Angeles, California, USA.
Photos were taken in January 2009.

This is a 1932 Plymouth Town Car.

In 1932 Plymouth produced twelve models. The car had patented Floating Power to reduce engine vibration. The company held a writing contest. The person who wrote the best 50-word description of Plymount Floating Power Ride would win $50,000. The contest closed July 31, 1933. Entry blanks were available at any DeSoto, Dodge, or Chrysler dealer.

This car was custom-ordered by the Roosevelt family. Wanting to be less conspicuous during the depression years, the Plymouth was chosen instead of a Packard or Cadillac. This Plymouth was used by Eleanor Roosevelt at the Warm Springs summer home.

Body Style: Custom Body by Brewster (one of one)
Factory Price: N/A
Production: 1
Weight: 2,975 lbs.
Engine: 4 cylinder
Horsepower: 65 at 3,400 rpm
Displacement: 196.1 cubic inches
Wheelbase: 112 inches
Transmission: 3 speed
Brakes: 4-wheel, hydraulic