Klasse B - offene Fahrzeuge 2005

1930-1939: Open Cars “Flamboyances et extravagances”

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16. Duesenberg J, 1931
8 Zylinder, 2465 cm³

Karosseriehersteller: Convertible Sedan, Franay
Teilnehmer: James Glickenhaus (USA)

The Duesenberg J with Franay bodywork on an extended chassis was exhibited to great acclaim at the 1931 Paris Motor Show. The Paris outlet of E.Z. Sadovic subsequently managed to sell 14 Duesenbergs between October and January. The first owner of this model was Queen Marie of Yugoslavia, who was evidently impressed by its safe handling. The car was then purchased by a Peruvian Duesenberg collector, who left the vehicle in Paris, however. It has been in the United States since the 1940s and has been brought back to Europe for the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este by its current owner, James Glickenhaus of New York.

18. Bentley 8 Litre, 1931
6 Zylinder, 8000 cm³

Karosseriehersteller: Boat-Tail Tourer, Barker
Teilnehmer: Etienne Veen (CH)

The car was built on an 8-litre short chassis by Barker in July 1931 for the motor show and delivered to Sir P. Malcolm Stewart the same year. It is one of six surviving models based on the 8- litre short chassis.

20. Mercedes-Benz 500 K, 1936
8 Zylinder, 5019 cm³

Karosseriehersteller: Cabriolet A, Mercedes-Benz
Teilnehmer: Norberto Ferreti (I)

Like the 540 K, this Type 500 K Mercedes-Benz features a supercharger and recorded a total production run of 354. The body was manufactured at the Mercedes-Benz plant in Sindelfingen. This car was sold through the Mercedes-Benz dealer network in England.

22. SS Jaguar 100, 1937
6 Zylinder, 3485 cm³

Karosseriehersteller: Roadster, SS Cars Ltd.
Teilnehmer: Peter Kraus (D)

In the 1930s Sir William Lyons, the founder of the marque, switched from SS Cars Ltd. to Jaguar, whose brand name survives to this day. German entertainer Peter Kraus had this sports car completely restored under his own direction, and even contributed to the work himself. This is the first time since its restoration that the car is on public display again.

24. Cord 812, 1937
8 Zylinder, 4617 cm³

Karosseriehersteller: Sportsman Supercharged, Cord
Teilnehmer: Giulio Caimi (I)

The striking design of the Cord 812 goes back to famous stylist Gordon Buehring. Of a total of 194 examples built, 64 were equipped with a supercharger that allowed for a top speed of 180 km/h.

26. Bentley 4 1/4 Litre, 1937
6 Zylinder, 4250 cm³

Karosseriehersteller: Roadster, Vanden Plas
Teilnehmer: Barry G. Hon (USA)

This 4 1/4 Litre Bentley is one of just two built by Vanden Plas. It is particularly light, which makes for excellent handling characteristics. Its elegant contours lend this open roadster a very special exterior.

28. Bugatti Type 57, 1937
8 Zylinder, 3257 cm³

Karosseriehersteller: Cabriolet, Graber
Teilnehmer: Jack Bram Ruben (NL)

The highly successful Bugatti Type 57 was available with chassis providing varying engine output. Swiss coachbuilder Hermann Graber, whose reputation extended beyond his home country, created special bodies for numerous Type 57 Bugatti models. This car was restored by its longstanding previous owner in the United States and now goes on show in Europe again after a long absence.

30. Peugeot 402 Darl’Mat, 1938
4 Zylinder, 2000 cm³

Karosseriehersteller: Cabriolet, Pourtout
Teilnehmer: Philippe Boulay (F)

The well-known Paris Peugeot dealer Darl’Mat commissioned the stylist Paulin, who was also responsible for the Peugeot Eclipse Cabriolet, with designing a sports version based on the 402. In 1937, three Peugeot 402 Darl’Mat models successfully entered the Le Mans 24 Hour Race. In all, just 105 units of this model were built: 53 roadsters, 20 coupés and 32 cabriolets.

32. BMW 328, 1938
6 Zylinder, 2000 cm³

Karosseriehersteller: Roadster, BMW
Teilnehmer: Franco Cavalieri (I)

In June 1936, motorcycle champion Ernst Henne had the honour of presenting this new model. The car was not just a milestone for the BMW brand but also a very important and successful vehicle in the history of motor racing. A total of 462 examples were built. Today some 150 remain in the hands of collectors or museums.

34. Alfa Romeo 6C 2300B, 1938
6 Zylinder, 2300 cm³

Karosseriehersteller: Cabriolet, Ramseier Worblaufen
Teilnehmer: Koni Lutziger (CH)

This Alfa Romeo was specially built for the 1938 Geneva Motor Show by Carrosserie Worblaufen, Fritz Ramseier. Its aluminium body and leather interior have never been restored to date and are in their original condition. The car’s first owner had to pay more than CHF 12,000 to have the body built (without chassis).

36. Maybach DS 8 Zeppelin, 1938
12 Zylinder, 7000 cm³

Karosseriehersteller: Cabriolet, Spohn
Teilnehmer: Friedhelm Loh (D)

Coachbuilders Spohn of Ravensburg on Lake Constance produced numerous cars on chassis built by the Maybach company in Friedrichshafen. This two-seater cabriolet is striking for its elegant lines and balanced proportions.

38. Bugatti Type 57C, 1939
8 Zylinder, 3257 cm³

Karosseriehersteller: Cabriolet, Gangloff
Teilnehmer: Frans Van Haren (NL)

The supercharged Bugatti Type 57 received its body from Gangloff by special request of its first owner, who was inspired by a design by Figoni & Falaschi. This elegant cabriolet is once again on show in Europe after a long absence.

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