The Duesenberg Model J was the vision of Errett Lobban Cord, who aspired to create the greatest American vehicle ever produced. It had all the amenities available, lots of power, and carried the prestigious Duesenberg name. It was a favorite of the rich and famous.

The Duesenberg Model J was tailor-made for the custom body industry. Top coachbuilders of the time were tasked with sculpting a body on the 142.5- or 153.5-inch chassis. The cost of a rolling chassis was about $8,500 — well above the cost of most automobiles at the time.

Under the long and graceful hood was a 420-cubic inch double-overhead camshaft engine that was capable of producing over 260 horsepower. The power was sent to the rear wheels through a three-speed manual gearbox.

A revolutionary maintenance system automatically provided lubrication to various parts of the chassis. Dashboard lights lit up to inform the driver to perform preventive maintenance on the battery and to change the oil.

Throughout the production lifespan of the Model J, which lasted until 1937, only 481 examples were produced. Part of the reason was the price tag and the economical turmoil the country was facing due to war and the Great Depression.

With their limited production and various custom bodies, the 1934 Dutch Duesenberg Model J Rollston Sport Sedans fetch top dollar in today's market. It is not uncommon to see a Model J sell at auction for more than $1 million.

• Wheelbase, inches: 142.5
• Weight, lbs: 5,291
• Base price: $8,500
• Current Value: $1,000,000 - $1,400,000

• Displacement: 6.876 liter / 419.6 cu in
• Fuel system: Schebler Carburettor
• Engine: Lycoming Straight-8
• Compression ratio: 5.25:1
• Horsepower @ rpm: 265 hp @ 4200 rpm
• Suspension: Semi-elliptic leaf springs
• Torque @ rpm: 380 @ 2000 rpm
• Transmission: 3 manual selective - floor mount lever

• Top Speed, mph: 116 mph
• 0-60 mph, sec: 13 seconds