1932 Plymouth PB Sport Roadster

The Plymouth PB Model for 1932 was the last of the 4 cylinder Plymouths until the compact Plymouth Horizon came onto the market. The 1932 PB Four, with its 196ci, 65hp engine was Plymouth's Zenith 4 cylinder car. It is undoubtedly the most collectable of the 4 cylinder Plymouths today. There is an interesting story concerning the 1932 PB Model Plymouth. It is said that Walter P. Chrysler was so proud and so convinced of the superiority of this competitive entry in the low price field that he climbed into the driver's seat of a Plymouth and set off for Ford headquarters in Dearborn, Michigan. Henry and Edsel Ford politely went along when Mr. Chrysler took them for a demonstration ride, then surprised them when he presented them with the keys to the car and took a taxi home.

For consignment, an older restoration of the very popular and hard to find 1932 Plymouth PB Sport Roadster. With only 2,163 examples built, finding one in any condition, let alone in fully working and driving condition would normally be a chore. But as we always say, you never know what's going to come through the door next, and the day has arrived for a PB Sport Roadster to grace our Hallowed Halls.

Exterior
Looking closely at this sport roadster you will notice all straight steel just the way it should be with no evidence of rust repair. It is bathed in an older respray of Mocha brown and framed on either side with dark brown curved fenders and running boards we note paint cracking and chipping throughout the body but no invasive rust or corrosion. A classy vertical ribbed chrome corralled grille is flanked by chrome bezel headlights that grow from each fender. Fold down running lights are seen next to the headlights and these have a chromed horn below each side. A simple single bumper stretches across below and atop the grille corral is the 1931/32 specific Flying Mermaid radiator cap. The long louvered side cowled hood covers the engine bay and the undulating fenders have a pair of spare wheels and tires mounted to them with obligatory mirrors atop. Dark brown faux delineation trim follows the body beltline and wraps around the passenger compartment giving an air of class seen on much more expensive cars of the era. A tight tan canvas top is on, very clean with its glass rear window and redone wooden frame. A huge amount of cargo space hides under the sloping trunk lid and for extra cargo storage a fold down rack is attached just above the shiny chrome rear bumper. Twin taillights in bullet style chrome bezels perched on black metal stalks give a perfect framing for the tail end of the car. Orange wire spoke wheels in 18" format adorn the 4 corners and both front fenders. They are wrapped in wide white wall Lester Tire Company rubber.

Interior
Swinging open the suicide style hinged doors we are met with an overstuffed couch like bench seat covered in taupe leather with vertical tuck and roll stitching. This upholstery exhibits only normal wear that can be obtained by years of care and light usage. The door panels display in the same taupe color and present with U shaped stitching and piping to give some flair and design to the panel. These panels present with minimal wear and just a slight bit of folding and indentations. A full metal jacket dash in dark brown is showing with some paint cracking and crazing but is still presentable. A beautiful chrome bezeled cluster with a machine turned backing sits centrally in the dash and contains all the necessary gauges to monitor engine vitals. Just above this panel are chrome knobs for the choke and throttle along with a center knob for free wheeling mode. The original 3-spoke black bakelite steering wheel fronts the dash and presents with minor crazing of the finish. A somewhat soiled black mat covers the floors and has the long gearshift and parking brake levels growing from it.

Drivetrain
A lift of either side of the center hinged cowl hood reveals a lightly patina riddled and surface rusted 196ci L-headed 4-cylinder engine, the last of the Plymouth 4's for quite a few decades. This is fed by a rebuilt 1-barrel carburetor and has a 3-speed manual transmission attached to the back of it. Bringing up the rear end is the rear axle weighing in with a 4.33 ratio.

Undercarriage
A strong black steel frame sets the backdrop for the wood floor pans and suspension components. No invasive rust or wood rot is noted, just patina, spatterings of road dirt and some surface rust on the usual suspects. The undersides of the running boards, running board supports and body hangers all remain solid and rust free also. Drum brakes are noted on all 4 corners with a new master cylinder and wheel cylinders at each corner and leaf spring suspension is fore and aft. A single piped exhaust system snakes its way through the X-frame and has a new muffler and tail pipe attached. All looking good and ready to go.

Drive-Ability
It started with ease and on the test track ran beautifully. Good solid bias free braking, smooth shifting and nice power. The interior is very comfortable and tasteful while providing much comfort. All functions and gauges were working 100% and I felt as if I was off to my local speakeasy for a Cape Codder or 3.

An older restoration now showing its age but by no means ready to be tossed to the wayside. A nice color combination, tons of chrome trimmings, and a posh comfortable interior make for a great car to show and enjoy without the fear of a stone chip. Very few built and not oft seen, this 1932 Plymouth Sport Roadster is a shining example among the doldrum of other cars of the era!

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This vehicle is located in our showroom in Morgantown, Pennsylvania, conveniently located just 1-hour west of Philadelphia on the I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. The website is www.classicautomall.com and our phone number is (888) 227-0914. Please contact us anytime for more information or to come see the vehicle in person.