1936 Pierce-Arrow 8 Convertible For Sale in Rogers, Minnesota, 2146377566 Tweet

This 1936 Pierce-Arrow Deluxe 8 Convertible Sedan is an absolutely stunning, professionally restored CCCA Full Classic that is ready to be shown or enjoyed on a nice summer day! Founded in Buffalo, NY in 1865, Pierce-Arrows predecessor Heintz, Pierce and Munschauer produced birdcages, ice boxes, and a variety of other household goods. By the end of the 19th Century, the company was renamed the George N. Pierce Company and manufactured bicycles. In 1900, the company unsuccessfully attempted to build its first automobile, a steam-powered car, but the following year shifted its automobile building efforts into a gasoline-powered car. In 1909, the company changed its name again finally landing on Pierce-Arrow. Pierce-Arrows most iconic attribute arrived in 1913 when Herbert M. Dawley patented the iconic headlight design where Pierce-Arrow headlights would be incorporated into the front fenders, something that would become commonplace by 1940 but was unheard of in the early 20th Century, and a feature that was exclusively available on Pierce-Arrows automobiles. As the years progressed, Pierce-Arrow earned a reputation of being among the most preeminent luxury automotive manufacturers, with peers including Cadillac, Packard, and a few others. Yet, by the 1920s Pierce-Arrow began experiencing turbulent times as a company leading to a merger with Studebaker. While Pierce-Arrow sales grew under the merger, the momentum ground to a halt with the onset of the Great Depression. By 1933, Studebaker was placed into receivership and Pierce-Arrow was sold off to a group of local Buffalo investors only to find itself in its own receivership a year later. Of course, it is not a huge surprise that as the United States economy plunged to record lows that demand for luxury automobiles totally cratered. The effects of the companys bankruptcy had a significant adverse effect on its ability to produce and sell cars but in May of 1935 Pierce-Arrow was no longer in bankruptcy. In 1936, Pierce-Arrow leaned into its highly regarded reputation for producing high-end premier automobiles. The 1936 models are regarded as some of Pierce-Arrows finest cars both mechanically and aesthetically, but folks were simply not spending money on ostentatious, luxury cars despite the companys advertising efforts to convince them to. Additionally, unlike its contemporaries like Cadillac, Packard, and Lincoln, Pierce refused to release a more moderately priced model to drum up sales. However, just 2 years later, Pierce-Arrow was officially out of business by March 1938 after years of falling sales due to its inability to sell enough cars during the Depression years. In 1936, a mere 787 automobiles which makes this particular example quite a rare piece for anybodys collection. Moreover, due to its impeccable design and high level of distinction, this 36 Pierce-Arrow Convertible Sedan has been deemed a Full Classic by the Classic Car Club of America which makes it eligible for CCCA events as well as on CCCA CARavans. Under the hood on this 36 Pierce-Arrow is a 385 cubic inch Inline 8 cylinder engine fed by a Stromberg single 2 barrel carburetor that together were said to have created 150 horsepower when new. This Pierce-Arrows Inline 8 engine is mated to a 3 speed manual transmission that is shifted via a floor mounted shifter. Exhaust exits the 150hp powerplant generating a terrific sound out of a single tailpipe. Riding on a set of wide whitewall tires mounted on color-matched painted wire wheels and accented with chrome Pierce-Arrow hubcaps, this Deluxe 8 Convertible has a gorgeous stance whether parked on the show field or whether cruising down the road in a CCCA CARavan. Dual covered side-mounted spare tires further add to the outstanding elegant appearance of this Pre-War Full Classic. The chrome and brightwork around the exterior of this 1936 Pierce-Arrow Deluxe 8 is in wonderful shape as well and is sure to garner lots of attention.