The Duesenberg Model J is an American luxury automobile produced from 1928 to 1937, powered by a large straight eight engine and built on a bespoke chassis to which outside coachbuilders fitted custom bodywork for wealthy clients. It was among the most powerful and expensive cars sold in the United States during its era and remains closely associated with the phrase it's a doozy.
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SignificanceIntroduced in 1928, the year before the stock market crash that triggered the Great Depression, the Model J was built to rival the most powerful and luxurious cars sold anywhere in the world. 1 Manufacturer or Builder Connections
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1. Wikipedia: Duesenberg Model J
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The Duesenberg Model J is a luxury automobile made by Duesenberg that debuted in 1928.
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