1930's Collector Cars including Prices

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Auburn changes and models for each year
1930 --- three chassis offered 6-85, 8-95, and 125
1932 ----- Auburn cars are reduced up to $400 dollars to try and sell cars
1933 ----- Updated styling and use of All Steel Construction
1935 ----- Abe Jenkins sets 70 records in a speedster including one burst of speed at 160 MPH
1936 ----- This is the final year for full production of Auburn cars with a total of 1180 cars made












Buick changes and models for each year
1930 ----- Major restyle of all models with new series 40, 50 and 60 replacing older models and new adjustable drivers seats installed in all new Buicks
1932 ----- Dual taillights are introduced on most models
1933 ----- New styling includes fuller skirted fenders and more sweeping body curves
1935 ----- An Automatic choke is added on all models
1937 ----- Buicks receive handsome restyling
1938 ----- Rear Coil Suspension is added
1939 ----- Rear Turn signals become standard equipment and pushbutton radios introduced








Cadillac changes and models for each year
1930 ----- Cadillac is the first to introduce a V16 engine the first in the industry
1932 ----- Cadillac suffers from deep depression with less sales across its range
1933 ----- All Models get Hydraulic Brakes as standard
1938 ----- Revolutionary Sixty Special Debuts to critical acclaim










Chevrolet changes and models for each year
1930 ----- Chevrolet introduces the dashboard mounted fuel gauge
1931 ----- All cars now fitted with Wire Wheels as standard and all prices are lowered in depressed market
1933 ----- Longer lower styling is introduced on Eagle Series and Automatic Electric Starter is introduced
1935 ----- Prices for all models range from $465 to $695
1936 ----- The Improved blue flame engine now produces 85 BHP and all windows use safety glass as standard










1930 --- Chryslers first Eight Cylinder car ( CD8 )makes it debut
1933 ----- The Chrysler Royal Eight Series CT replaces the the CP Eight with new styling a shorter wheelbase and smaller engine
1934 ----- Four Airflow Models are launched Americas most advanced production car on 4 different wheelbases with the new streamlined look and design
1936 ----- Following the launch of the Airstream models some minor facelifts are done
1937 ----- All models are redesigned with more rounded curves and all cars now fitted with wind shield defroster vents










Dodge changes and models for each year
1930 ---- a new 114 inch wheel base Series DC introduced as the first 8 cylinder model
1931 ----- A new DC Eight replaces the existing model with bigger engine and longer wheelbase
1932 ----- The New Dodge Ram Ornament appears for the first time
1933 ----- The Dodge DP Six replaces the the DL Six with new styling and new chassis
1935 ----- The new DU Value Six is introduced with revised styling and 116 inch wheelbase
1936 ----- All dodges have windshield defroster vents
1938 ----- Rumble Seat coupes and Convertible sedans are dropped








Ford changes and models for each year
1930 ----- The Model A is given a new grille hood and cowl and the first use of Stainless steel brightwork on Radiator shell
1931 ----- Despite Recession Ford opens new plants in Dagenham in England and Cologne in Germany
1932 ----- The new model B series is introduced and the new V8 powered Model 18 is shown for the first time
1933 ----- All Fords are completely redesigned on a longer chassis and Ford V8 Engine now is 75 HP
1934 ----- Enamel paint replaces hand-buffed lacquer on all fords
1935 ----- Ford restyles the Model 48 with longer wider bodies and a narrower grille and 16 inch wheels
1936 ----- New steel disc wheels replace wire wheels for smoother ride
1937 ----- A Ford V8 wins the Monte Carlo Rally
1937 ------ Addition of 60 HP mini-V-8 engines for some '37 models...limited production + standard 85HP V-8. Short-lived. Information provided by BB
1939 ----- All Fords adopt Hydraulic Brakes






Hudson changes and models for each year
1931 ----- Hudson Cars become the first American cars fitted electric start system
1932 ----- Hudson cars are given a facelift and larger more powerful engines
1933 ----- Freewheeling is made standard on all Models
1936 ----- Complete redesign with longer wheelbase and carry over engines
1937 ----- New models are Bigger and more powerful than earlier models with wider and longer bodies
1939 ----- Steering column gearshifts option offered








Lincoln changes and models for each year
1931 ----- New Model K series introduced with longer chassis and more powerful engine
1932 ----- Lincoln introduces the V12 Engine in some of its models
1934 ----- All Lincoln Models powered by V12 Engine and prices drop by $100 due to standardized use of engine
1935 ----- All models redesigned with rounder styling and more comfortable ride and oil filter fitted on standard on all models
1936 ----- New Zephyr Line introduced as a medium priced car
1938 ----- Zephys's receive first major restyling since introduction and wheelbase is stretched to 125 inches








Nash changes and models for each year
1930 ----- The new Twin Ignition Eight is first Eight Cylinder Engine introduced by Nash
1931 ----- Nash introduces the new Series 870
1932 ----- Unlike many Car Manufacturers despite the recession and falling sales Nash do make a profit
1935 ----- Nash Complete Redesign includes Aeroform styling and overdrive and hydraulic brakes as standard
1936 ----- A double Bed conversion is offered for sleeping in the car
1939 ----- hand brake added adjustable front seat and new soundproofing






Packard changes and models for each year
1931 ----- The Speedster line of cars is dropped
1933 ----- new Two-Barrel down draft carburetor introduced and ups the engines to 120 HP and 135 HP , power brakes standard on all models
1934 ----- Option for Factory installed car radio is offered on all models for $79.95
1937 ----- The Six is introduced with prices starting at $795











Plymouth changes and models for each year
1930 ----- Model U prices are cut by $65.00 to compete with lower priced market
1932 ----- The Roadsters end production
1933 ----- Plymouth introduces the Model PJ as the only Model line with Standard, Business and Deluxe models






Pontiac changes and models for each year
1933 ----- Prices are reduced drastically to compete in depressed market
1937 ----- A Woody Station Wagon joins the Lineup of models
1938 ----- Column mounted gearshift is offered as an option
1939 ----- Sunroof option offered








Studebaker changes and models for each year
1930 ----- Studebaker Buys Pierce Arrow
1932 ----- Slanted windshields are introduced
1934 ----- New body styles with swoopy fenders and model line is reduced to 28 different models
1935 ----- Hydraulic brakes and independent front suspension
1936 ----- Continued streamlining of cars with new grille and split windshield
1937 ----- One piece alligator hinged hood is introduced and sleek new grille
1939 ----- New Champion line introduced at $600 dollars to compete with Chevy Ford and Plymouth














Willys changes and models for each year
1930 ----- The Whippetts are sold for the last year
1931 ----- Prices cut on all Willys cars to try and gain market share and calls its new 1931 models Silver Streaks
1932 ----- The Willys Overland Name is bought back
1933 ----- Willys introduce the Model 77 as the second cheapest car in America
1934 ----- Willys now only makes one model car the 77
1935 ----- The 77 receives a major facelift with smoother lines
1936 ----- Prices are reduced to $395 for the Coupe and $415 for the four door sedan
1937 ----- The 77 is replaced by the Model 37
1938 ----- Model 37 is changed to Model 38
1939 ----- Prices range from $590 to $689
1930's Cars Information
Some of the type of advertising for cars available in the 1930's
Buick Cars with luxurious cars from $1200 to $2000 based in Michigan
Pontiac New Series BIG SIX available in 7 distinctive body styles from $745
Plymouth Six starting from $445
Studebaker Truck starting from $625
Hudson Straight 8 from $695
Arvin Car Radio from $44.95
Studebaker starting from from $665.00
De Soto, $695.00
Pontiac Eight, $730.00




More Makes and Models from the 1930's
Austin 7 Swallow

Austin 7 Ruby

Austin 10 Cambridge

Austin Big 7 Convertible

Austin Eight Two-Door Saloon

Buick Victoria

Buick 8 Special Coupe

Chevrolet Drop Head Coupe

Chevrolet Sloper

Chevrolet Master 85/6

Dodge 4-Door Sedan

Ford Model A

Ford Model T

Hillman Minx

Mercedes 320

MG L2 Magna

MG PB

MG TA Roadster

Morris Cowley

Morris Minor

Morris Eight Two-door Coupe

Morris 8 Series E

Morris 10/4 Series II

Riley 15/6

Riley Brooklands

Studebaker Model 54

Vauxhall 14/6

WOLSELEY 14