Duesenberg Jn 1935

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Duesenberg Model J
1930 Duesenberg J Murphy Disappearing Top Torpedo Convertible Coupe - fvl (4609844035).jpg
1930 Duesenberg J Murphy Torpedo Convertible
Overview
Manufacturer Duesenberg
Also called
  • Duesenberg J
  • Duesenberg SJ (supercharged)
  • Duesenberg SSJ (short-wheelbase supercharged)
Production 1928–1937
Assembly Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
Designer Gordon Buehrig
Body and chassis
Class Full-size luxury car
Body style Coachbuilt to owner's preference
Layout Front mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive
Powertrain
Engine 7 L (420 cu in) DOHC straight-8, optional supercharger
Transmission 3-speed manual
Dimensions
Wheelbase
  • 3,619.5 mm (142.5 in) (standard)
  • 3,898.9 mm (153.5 in) (optional long)
  • 3,175.0 mm (125 in) ("SSJ" short wheelbase)
Chronology
Predecessor Duesenberg Model A

There is another version of the model J known as the Duesenberg JN (a name never used by the company either).

All JNs were sold with Rollston coachwork and only 10 were produced in 1935. In an attempt to give a more modern look to an ageing design, the JN was equipped with smaller 17-inch-diameter wheels (versus 19 inches), skirted fenders, bullet-shaped taillights, and bodies set on the frame rails for a lower look. The battery box and tool box were redesigned slightly so that the doors could close over the frame. Supercharged JNs gained the logical SJN designation.