1939 LaSalle Carved Panel Hearse

About

  • One of two 1939 LaSalle Carved Panel Hearses known to exist
  • Coachwork done by Eureka and assembled on a LaSalle Commercial Chassis
  • “Carved Panel Hearse” was the most expensive car made available in 1939
  • Wood carvings were done by hand by Mr. Sanford Stewart whose grandson is now 79yrs old
  • Originally black, the car was delivered to a funeral home in St. Louis, Missouri
  • Re-painted in the ’70’s, the carvings were clear coated to show the magnificent Walnut
  • Purchased in 2001 from the 2nd owner, Tom hopes to preserve the artistry illustrated by the craftsmen of a bygone era.
1939 LaSalle Carved Panel Hearse
Engine

V8 Flathead, 322 cu. in.

Weight

5,940 lbs

Horsepower

125 hp

Wheelbase

156"

Factory Price

$3,150

Donor

Tom Hoczyk, Fort Wayne, IN

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Tue ‒ Thu: 09am ‒ 07pm
Fri ‒ Mon: 09am ‒ 05pm

Adults: $25
Children & Students free

673 12 Constitution Lane Massillon
781-562-9355, 781-727-6090