Long a manufacturer of six-cylinder cars, Pierce-Arrow’s 1928 merger with Studebaker allowed for development of an eight-cylinder engine, which had become nearly de rigueur for prestige automobiles.

The result was an L-head design 100 pounds lighter than the big T-head six-cylinder it replaced, with 25% more power.

This became the single powerplant choice, albeit in several displacements, until the introduction of a V-12 in 1932.

By then the corporate marriage was in trouble, and bankruptcy followed in 1937.

This Model B125 Roadster bears all the iconic hallmarks of the marque: wing-mounted headlamps, triple-barrel taillamps, and archer radiator mascot.

The ‘autumn colour’ paint scheme is reminiscent of that era when automakers were emerging from solid hues of black, blue, and grey.

Dual side-mount spares allow for a rear-mounted trunk, while the dickie seat accommodates a further two passengers.

The car is generally well presented and has benefitted from a full restoration, wit...