Not the frequently found ’34 Ford or the periodically discovered ’34 Chevrolet but a seldomly seen 1934 Plymouth “Six” four-door sedan. Barn domiciled for 50 years, this Plymouth is being offered up for new motoring possibilities and is now seeking a new caretaker. Located in Tomball, Texas, this Plymouth is available here on Facebook Marketplace for $8,000.
Plymouth offered two different series in 1934 the DeLuxe and the Six, such as our example. Body styles abounded with two and four-door sedans, coupes with or without rumble seats, and convertibles. Though one model was referred to as a “DeLuxe” and the other as a “Six”‘, both used the same six-cylinder engine. In 1934, Plymouth placed third is sales with 321K units behind number two Chevrolet with 551K and number one Ford at 564K
Finding a car from this era that is not a Ford or Chevrolet is always a treat! And finding one in such original condition is not an everyday event. This listing for this Plymouth is slim but we are told that its 77 HP, 201 CI, six-cylinder, in-line engine does run and start – unfortunately, there are no images of the motor included with the listing. The seller adds that this Plymouth needs some brake work so stopping may not be its forte. Gear changes are accomplished via the standard three-speed manual transmission.
The finish on this 85K mile sedan is faded and checked, with some surface rust, mostly affecting the fenders and roof, but the body shows to be straight and possessing integrity. Nevertheless, a full inspection, topside, underside, and inside would be warranted. Spare parts include both bumpers, the windshield molding, and a grille. New glass will be needed for both the windshield and the passenger front side window – the rest of the glass appears to still be clear.
There are no images of the interior so that’s a matter that will require further inquiry but the seller suggests, “Must see to believe“. So, what about the price? I was able to find more ’34 Plymouths for sale than I anticipated. Most are two-door coupes, and generally, restomods with prices spanning a range from the mid $20K to the mid $60K range depending on body style, condition, and level of modification. It has been said that cars of this era are losing demand as the likely owners and buyers are starting to age out – no idea if this is the actual trend but I have been told this, and read it, in several different places. That begs the question, what to next? This car appears to be so complete that a restoration back to its original status would be an appropriate choice. More than likely, I imagine, a hot rod or a restomod redo is in this Plymouth’s future; what do you suggest?
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