1931 Special Order Codes

[Steve Braverman]

I recently received the build card for my PA sedan from Chrysler. It was a special order car, and has a special order number of 1396. The paint code is hand-written on the card and is 1396-40. The car has original paint, and is tan and brown, which I believe are not standard colors for a PA sedan. Also, the entire chassis and running gear are also painted brown to match the fenders and trim. This car has been in my family since 1957 and has 39,000 original miles on it.

Does anyone know what these codes mean? Chrysler doesn't.

Also, under model it says, "Sedan 6 Wire 2 F.W. Cloth." Does cloth refer to the upholstery or maybe the tire covers?

This car has been idle in my barn since 1996. I am in the process of getting back on the road for some touring next summer. I hope to show it at the AACA 75th Anniversary meet in Louisville in June. I just joined the Plymouth Club, and hope to attend a 4-cylinder meet in the future.