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Before and during the war, the Duesenberg brothers had made a name for themselves racing their own racecars and selling engines to other manufacturers. For the most part, they hadn’t successfully sold their own road car until the Model A. It is often overlooked by collectors despite being a 'sensation when produced'.

When released the Model A featured a new SOHC inline-8, but that wasn’t enough of a bonus to sell the required amount of cars. Poor sales were blamed the on the weak dealership network and the inability to get the car to market on time.

In total a couple hundred Model As were made, despite the $1 500 000 raised in the sale of stocks. Most of the cars received custom coachwork and some featured lavish appointments with grand styling. After 1922, Duesenberg offered a range of standard bodies, including the necessary seven passenger coupe.

Despite the Model A being a flop commercially, in the period of 1923 to 1929 Duesenberg scored many racing successes, including three Indianapolis wins. 1924 was a particularly notable win, as the Duesenberg was the first to use a supercharger, and it won. Duesenberg later offered a supercharger for the Model A, but only a six or seven were so equipped.

Chassis & Sales

1924 Duesenberg Model A Speedster - sold for $258,500 While the coachbuilder is unknown, with its elemental speedster bodywork, steeply raked windscreen and striking color combination, this 1924 Model A is a wonderful example. Today, it is offered directly from a large private collection, and formerly, it was part of the collection of the late Jerry J. Moore. With a restoration dating some 30 years, this Model A displays extensive cracking to the lacquer paint finish and age-appropriate patina to... more
Gallery: 2010 Vintage Cars of Meadow Book by RM Auctions

1925 Duesenberg Model A Millspaugh & Irish Touring 988 - sold for $253,000 One of only 35 Model A Duesenbergs known to survive, it received a comprehensive mechanical restoration by its current owner between 2004 and 2007. A detailed list of the specific work that was performed is available for inspection upon request. The car also benefited from a total repaint, new upholstery and top, and all the nickel trip was re-plated and given a protective clear coat. The Duesenberg sports a handsome combination of a maroon ex... more
Gallery: 2010 Gooding & Company Pebble Beach Auction

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