Duesenberg Model J
Sold prices, market value and cars for sale
As of October 26, 2026, Shifty has recorded 9 public sales of the Duesenberg Model J. The records run from January 2008 to August 2026. 1 sold in the past 12 months. The Shifty Estimate for the Phaeton is $825,000.
Versions
About the Duesenberg Model J
- Built
- 1928 to 1937
- Versions
- 1
- Body styles
- Convertible
- Engine
- DOHC I8, 6.9L
- Power
- 265 hp
- 0 to 60
- 12.5 s
- Top speed
- 119 mph
The Duesenberg Model J was built from 1928 to 1937.
The Phaeton, the most traded version: The Model J Phaeton represents Duesenberg at its most glamorous—open-air luxury for America's elite during the Depression era. With only 150 Phaetons built from 1928-1937, these convertibles showcase the marque's legendary 6.9-liter DOHC straight-eight producing 265 horsepower—more than most cars would achieve for decades. The Phaeton body style, with its elegant folding top and flowing lines, became the preferred choice for Hollywood stars and industrial titans who wanted to be seen in their Duesenbergs. Each example featured bespoke coachwork from masters like Murphy, LeBaron, or Derham, making every car unique. The combination of 119 mph capability and unmatched craftsmanship created rolling sculpture that defined American luxury. Today, Model J Phaetons command seven-figure prices at auction, with concours-quality examples representing the pinnacle of pre-war American automotive artistry. Their extreme rarity and Hollywood provenance make them blue-chip investments.
The market
Recent sales
Common questions
How much does a Duesenberg Model J cost?
Half of the 9 most recent sales landed between $880,000 and $2,975,000. The Shifty Estimate is $825,000.
What is a Duesenberg Model J worth today?
The Shifty Estimate for the Phaeton is $825,000. It describes a well-kept example.
How many Duesenberg Model Js have sold?
Shifty has recorded 9 public sales since January 2008. 1 came in the past 12 months. The most recent sold for $825,000 on Aug 14, 2026.
Where do Duesenberg Model Js sell?
Of the last 9 sales with a known venue, 3 were at RM Sotheby's. The rest: Barrett-Jackson (2), Bonhams (2), Gooding & Company (1) and Mecum Auctions (1).
Where do Shifty's Duesenberg Model J prices come from?
Every figure here comes from recorded public sales and live listings of the Duesenberg Model J. Each sale is filed by version and year. Shifty leaves out cars without a clean title, mismatched cars and implausible prices. The Shifty Estimate weights the most recent sales most heavily. These figures were read on October 26, 2026.
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