Pierce-Arrow is a renowned luxury car from the 1920s, and it comes as no surprise that it was owned by Charlie Chaplin, famously known as the King of Comedy.
During that era, Pierce-Arrow was the preferred choice among Hollywood stars, business magnates, and even royalty. In 1921, President William Howard Taft placed an order for 2 Pierce-Arrows to be used during national holidays, making them the first official vehicles of the White House. The illustrious history of Pierce-Arrow reached a significant milestone in 1929 with a groundbreaking sales figure of 10,000 cars.
Pierce-Arrow was the preferred choice for many notable individuals worldwide.
The 1929 Pierce-Arrow epitomizes the cars of the early 20th century with its distinct round headlights, long hood, and extended wheelbase. Chaplin acquired this car during the initial years of the Great Depression for an estimated cost of $8,000.
An iconic car from the early 20th century characterized by its distinct round headlights, long hood, and extended wheelbase.
Chaplin’s Pierce-Arrow was a Dual Cowl Phaeton Model 143, subsequently sold to the legendary racer Andy Granatelli before finding its place in the Automotive Road of Dreams museum in Cam County, California. The car’s odometer indicated a mileage of 2,617 miles (4,212 km); however, it remains uncertain if this reflects the actual distance traveled.
Chaplin’s Pierce-Arrow was a Dual Cowl Phaeton Model 143.
Charlie Chaplin dedicated himself to amusing fans through some of the most comedic and unforgettable films of all time. He became an irreplaceable icon of the silent film era. By 1920, Chaplin was renowned as one of the world’s most celebrated artists, earning an annual income exceeding $600,000.
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The King of Comedy – The Owner of a Luxury Car
Pierce-Arrow was one of the most luxurious cars of the 1920s, and it comes as no surprise that its owner was none other than Charlie Chaplin, the King of Comedy.
