In 1930 Pierce distributed their lineup with the Models A, B, and C. The Model A was the flagship model with the larger 384.8 engine that produced 132 bhp.
In Detail
| type | Series Production Car |
| built at | USA |
| predeccesor | 1929 Pierce-Arrow Model 143 |
| engine | Inline-8 |
| position | Front, Longitudinal |
| fuel feed | Stromberg UU-2 |
| displacement | 6306 cc / 384.8 in³ |
| power | 98.4 kw / 132 bhp |
| specific output | 20.93 bhp per litre |
| top speed | ~136.76 kph / 85 mph |
Auction Sales History
1930 Pierce-Arrow Model A Convertible – sold for $135,000. For a brief time in early automotive history the beautiful and powerful Pierce Arrow was the ultimate American luxury car, a status symbol almost without peer. The 1930 Model A bore the trademark fender-mounted headlights and kneeling “Archer” mascot, while its 365 CI inline-8 engine generated an impressive 132 horsepower. A past winner of the prestigious AACA Senior National First Prize, the Red 2-seat convertible offered here features a rumble seat, golf bag storage, chromed wire wheels, dual side-mount spare tires with mirrors, chrome Landau irons and a rear-mounted travel trunk. Auction Source: 2011 Monterey Daytime Auction by Mecum
