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1938 PANHARD DYNAMIC

Art-Deco with Sleeve Valve Engine

Production Years

1936-1939

Country

France

Number Produced

2581

Engineer

Louis Bionier and Charles Yale Knight

Introduced at the Paris Motor Show in October 1936, the Panhard et Levassor Dynamic is a remarkable embodiment of modern automotive engineering. This exceptional car showcases an advanced electrically welded steel unibody in Art Deco style, enriched with intricate matching details in cast aluminum and metal stampings, both inside and out. Its fully independent front torsion bar suspension, featuring engine-mounted wishbones and four hydraulic shock absorbers, contributes to its outstanding performance.

The Panhard Dynamic boasts powerful double-circuit brakes with Panhard drums and shoes, each spanning 340 degrees per wheel, ensuring exceptional stopping power and safety. It holds the distinction of being the final production automobile with the Knight sleeve valve engine, powered by a 2,861 c.c. inline 6-cylinder Sleeve Valve engine. The transmission system, a 4-speed manual with a free-wheel feature, enhances the overall driving experience of this exceptional vehicle.

Our Panhard is a very modern car with an advanced unibody in Art Deco style and extensive matching details. The torque rod suspension with four hydraulic shock absorbers and fully independent front suspension ensures a smooth and controlled ride. The double-circuit brake system with Panhard drums and shoes (each shoe spanning 340 degrees per wheel) provides reliable braking performance.

The Panhard Dynamic is not only a technical marvel but also a visual masterpiece. The intricate Art Deco design elements and the advanced engineering features make it a standout vehicle of its time. As the last production automobile with the Knight sleeve valve engine, the Panhard Dynamic represents the end of an era in automotive engineering while showcasing the innovative spirit of Panhard et Levassor.

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1938 PANHARD DYNAMIC
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