1933 Pierce-Arrow Model 1242 Twelve Convertible Coupe

3100006roadUnited States

Engine: 7.6L (462 cu. in.) V12, 80-degree bank angle, 175 bhp
Colour: Deep Pewter grey with blue belt moldings and underbody

A 1933 Pierce-Arrow Model 1242 Convertible Coupe, powered by the 462-cubic-inch V-12 producing 175 bhp, is one of only three known survivors from a series of 118 units built that year. Restored in California in the early 1990s by restorer Jack Dietz, the car earned an AACA National First award in 1995. Finished in Deep Pewter grey with blue accents and a red leather interior, it is recognised as a CCCA Full Classic.

Ownership

—Auction sale
Sold US$290,000
RM Sotheby's catalogue lot →
→ 1999
William Lassiter
partial documentation
Commissioned a full restoration by Jack Dietz in California during the early 1990s; the car earned an AACA National First award while in his ownership in 1995.
1999 →Private sale
Terry Johnson
partial documentation
Canadian collector who purchased the car from Lassiter and has maintained the Dietz restoration in conserved condition.

Competition

1995AACA National
AACA National First Award
National First Award (medallion no. 19B0630)
Awarded during William Lassiter's ownership following the California restoration by Jack Dietz.

Maintenance & restoration

—Restoration
Jack Dietz
Comprehensive restoration carried out in California during the early 1990s, resulting in the current Deep Pewter grey finish with blue belt-line trim, red leather interior and rumble seat, and matching carpets.
Commissioned by then-owner William Lassiter; the quality of the work was sufficient to earn an AACA National First award in 1995.
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Service
Careful conservation of the existing restoration work combined with a recent full detailing; the car was confirmed to run and drive well.
Carried out during Terry Johnson's ownership, prior to consignment.

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