The Chrysler Airflow of the mid-1930s was the first truly aerodynamic streamlined American car. “It bores through the air,” Chrysler advertised—and they could prove it, because the Airflow had been extensively tested in the wind tunnel. But it was more than its form that made the Airflow historically significant. Its steel, semi-unitized body was years ahead of the competition. Chrysler demonstrated the Airflow’s structural strength by pushing one off a 110-ft high cliff, then driving the car away. Introduced in 1934, the Chrysler Airflow was offered until 1937. The first year, with its curved “waterfall” grille, was the purest expression of the design; the 1935 through ’37 models had a more vertical grille, designed give them a more conventional appearance. Today, the ’34 is especially prized for its resemblance to the famed streamline train, the Burlington Zephyr. Both the Airflow and the Zephyr were art moderne sensations at the 1934 Chicago World’s Fair. All Chrysler Airflows were closed models and their interiors were also unlike anything else on the road. Inspired by aircraft of the time, the Airflow’s seats featured exposed chromed tubular frames. The cloth upholstery had leather accents and piping. Most Airflows were 4-door sedans, although there was a coupe model and each year a very few long-wheelbase limousines were produced as well. During the design’s four-year production run, about 55,000 Airflows were built. A powerful Chrysler L-head straight-eight, backed by a three-speed manual transmission with overdrive, powered all Airflow models. The offered Airflow is a 1934 Model CU sedan. It is stated to be in good condition overall and is mostly original, although some restoration work has been done. The odometer shows 83,291 miles. The engine has been rebuilt and runs well. The Airflow has been conserved in a museum for the past seven years. Shocking and controversial when it was introduced, the Chrysler Airflow is today appreciated and celebrated as a predecessor of modern aerodynamic cars. It was, it turns out, truly a car ahead of its time. One thing hasn’t changed, though…if you enjoy a spirited conversation, driving up in a 1934 Chrysler Airflow is, was, and always will be, a great way to start one. Without reserve
The Chrysler Airflow of the mid-1930s was the first truly aerodynamic streamlined American car. “It bores through the air,” Chrysler advertised—and they could prove it, because the Airflow had been extensively tested in the wind tunnel. But it was more than its form that made the Airflow historically significant. Its steel, semi-unitized body was years ahead of the competition. Chrysler demonstrated the Airflow’s structural strength by pushing one off a 110-ft high cliff, then driving the car away. Introduced in 1934, the Chrysler Airflow was offered until 1937. The first year, with its curved “waterfall” grille, was the purest expression of the design; the 1935 through ’37 models had a more vertical grille, designed give them a more conventional appearance. Today, the ’34 is especially prized for its resemblance to the famed streamline train, the Burlington Zephyr. Both the Airflow and the Zephyr were art moderne sensations at the 1934 Chicago World’s Fair. All Chrysler Airflows were closed models and their interiors were also unlike anything else on the road. Inspired by aircraft of the time, the Airflow’s seats featured exposed chromed tubular frames. The cloth upholstery had leather accents and piping. Most Airflows were 4-door sedans, although there was a coupe model and each year a very few long-wheelbase limousines were produced as well. During the design’s four-year production run, about 55,000 Airflows were built. A powerful Chrysler L-head straight-eight, backed by a three-speed manual transmission with overdrive, powered all Airflow models. The offered Airflow is a 1934 Model CU sedan. It is stated to be in good condition overall and is mostly original, although some restoration work has been done. The odometer shows 83,291 miles. The engine has been rebuilt and runs well. The Airflow has been conserved in a museum for the past seven years. Shocking and controversial when it was introduced, the Chrysler Airflow is today appreciated and celebrated as a predecessor of modern aerodynamic cars. It was, it turns out, truly a car ahead of its time. One thing hasn’t changed, though…if you enjoy a spirited conversation, driving up in a 1934 Chrysler Airflow is, was, and always will be, a great way to start one. Without reserve
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