As the motoring choice of several U.S. Presidents and elite society, Pierce-Arrow remains one of America's most legendary automobile manufacturers. Throughout the 1920s, the marque continued at the pinnacle of the American fine car market, along with Peerless and Packard, representing one of the legendary "Three Ps."

The controversial merger of 1928 with Studebaker, driven by Pierce-Arrow's acute need for cash to fund the development of new models, provided the resources for a new and highly acclaimed eight-cylinder engine in 1929, finally breaking the marque’s long-standing reliance on six-cylinder power. However, as the infamous stock market crash and Great Depression loomed, Pierce-Arrow resolutely continued to focus on its luxury-car roots and its upscale, discerning clientele more than ever, and to the end in 1937, the marque never compromised its impeccable and enviable reputation for quality and durability.

This handsomely restored and well-maintained 1931 Pierce-Arrow Model 42 Touring Phaeton is well-known to Pierce-Arrow collectors and enthusiasts, including single-family ownership and care from 2000 to 2022. According to the Pierce-Arrow Society, the vehicle's previous caretakers include Hillis C. "Duke" Davenport, Owen Stevens, and G. Lageaux of Quebec, Canada. The vehicle's restoration was completed in 2013 by the late Pierce-Arrow expert Al Morkunas at The Motorcar Co. in Staunton, Virginia, whose credits include the restoration and maintenance of the ex-Woodrow Wilson Pierce-Arrow for his Presidential Library Museum collection.

Riding a generous 142-inch wheelbase chassis and powered by a (details), this 1931 Pierce-Arrow Model 42 Touring Phaeton features elegant Teal Green paint over Taupe leather upholstery with a matching soft top. Numerous period accessories include a rear folding windscreen, twin driving lights, Pierce-Arrow's signature "Archer" radiator mascot, dual trumpet horns, dual side-mounted spare tires, mounting side-view mirrors, plus wind wings and a folding rear luggage rack.

Rightly recognized as a Full Classic® automobile by the Classic Car Club of America (CCCA), this lovely 1931 Fierce-Arrow Model 42 Touring Phaeton offers its next owner a wide array of opportunities to exhibit it in shows, concours, and marque gatherings, plus touring events, where its power and prestige will draw admirers. Add in its handsome open Pierce-Arrow factory coachwork, strong provenance, and very well-preserved marque expert restoration, this 1931 Pierce-Arrow Model 42 Touring Phaeton marks a wonderful opportunity to acquire an excellent example of one of America's late, great luxury makes. Contact us today and experience this powerful prewar luxury tourer in person, obtain full details, and add it to your collection in time for choice Autumn events before the snow flies!