Duesenberg (1919-1937)

Born in Germany, Frederick & August Duesenberg moved to the USA in 1884.  Showing great mechanical skills, the brothers were involved in the motor industry from an early age.  Cars bearing their name held the unofficial Land Speed Record in 1920 and won the Indianapolis 500 in 1924, before their first road-going car appeared in 1928.  Their cars were the ultimate in engineering build quality and for the many coach-built bodies that were added, which reflected in the great cost of buying a Duesenberg.  The 1930’s Depression saw the end of this marque which closed in 1937.

1920 Duesenberg. This 2-engined car held the unofficial Land Speed Record of 156mph, driven by Tommy Milton. Model by Bizarre
1921 Duesenberg. Winner of the French Grand Prix driven by Jimmy Murphy. Model by Franklin Mint
1929 Duesenberg J. Model by Franklin Mint. Photos show Frederick and August Duesenberg.
1930 Duesenberg J Tourster Derham. Model by NEO
1930 Duesenberg J Town Car. Model by Matchbox
1931 Duesenberg J. Model by Dugu
1931 Duesenberg J. Model by Solido
1931 Duesenberg J. Model by Solido
1933 Duesenberg J 365-2385 "The Queen of Diamonds". Model by GLM
1933 Duesenberg SJ SWB LaGrand Dual Cowl Phaeton. Model by Matrix (Louwman Collection)
1933 Duesenberg SJ Speedster. Model by Rio
1933 Duesenberg SSJ. Model by IXO
1934 Duesenberg SJ Torpedo Phaeton. Model by Rio
1934 Duesenberg SJ Torpedo Phaeton. Model by Rio
1935 Duesenberg J Spider. Model by Del Prado
1935 Duesenberg SJ Special "Mormon Meteor". Model by Western
1935 Duesenberg SJ Gurney Nutting Speedster. Model by True Scale Miniatures
1937 Duesenberg SJ Town Car (Rollson). Model by Esval