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1930 Duesenberg Model J Limousine by Willoughby
United States • 6 Aug 2026
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AI Listing Summary
This 1930 Duesenberg Model J Limousine by Willoughby is a rare and historically significant vehicle, previously owned by notable figures and awarded Best of Show in 2021. The car features a powerful Lycoming engine and luxurious custom coachwork, though some minor mechanical and cosmetic issues are noted, including inoperable gauges and exhaust corrosion.
Condition
7
The car has undergone refurbishment and competition achievements in the past, including a mechanical refresh in 2018 and a Best of Show award in 2021. However, there are some noted issues: the right-side cigarette lighter does not work, the altimeter and fuel level gauges are inoperable, and a top-end noise is audible in the engine bay. Corrosion is also visible on the exhaust system. These factors indicate a 'Very Good' condition, requiring minor reconditioning.
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Transmission:
Manual
Chassis No:
2483
Odometer:
13,000 miles
Reg Number:
[Reg Number]
RHD/LHD:
LHD
Lycoming 420ci DOHC Inline-Eight Four Valves Per Cylinder Stromberg Downdraft Carburetor Three-Speed Manual Transmission Willoughby Limousine Coachwork Silver & Dark Blue Paint Black Leather Roof Covering Blue & Gray Cloth Rear Compartment Trim Black Leather Chauffeur's Compartment Trim 18" Chrome Wire Wheels Servo-Assisted Hydraulic Drum Brakes Luggage Rack w/ Dark Blue Trunk
This 1930 Duesenberg Model J is one of approximately 481 examples across all variants of the Model J platform built between 1928 and 1937 and is said to have been delivered new with six-window Willoughby limousine coachwork.
The bodywork of chassis 2483 was subsequently modified early in the car’s life with a blind-quarter roofline and a raked windshield, followed soon after by skirted fenders.
By the mid-1930s, the car was in the care of its first known owner, and magazines co-publisher and Chicagoan David A.
Smart, before appearing in the inventory of Duesenberg’s New York branch.
It was then sold to a...
Points of note
£326
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£999,240
Median Price (Since 2020)
£2,943,570
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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