1937 Peugeot 302 DS Darl'mat Sport

Make

Peugeot

Model

302 DS Darl'mat Sport

Year

1937

Listed price

$895,000

Location

Emeryville, CA

Transmission

4-speed manual

Mileage

16,717 miles

The Peugeot Darl'mat Sport is a true icon of pre-war French automotive design and engineering, born from a collaboration between Peugeot and their Parisian dealer, Émile Darl'mat. Darl'mat, a passionate racer and visionary, sought to create a sporting variant of Peugeot's production models that could compete with the likes of Bugatti and Alfa Romeo. Utilizing the chassis and mechanicals of the Peugeot 302 and later the 402, he commissioned designer Georges Paulin and coachbuilder Pourtout to craft exquisite, lightweight aerodynamic bodies. The result was a series of stunning roadsters, coupes, and cabriolets, renowned for their Art Deco styling and surprising performance. Among these, the Darl'mat Sport gained particular fame for its successes at the 24 Hours of Le Mans, where a factory-supported team of three cars competed in 1937, securing a class victory and an impressive 7th, 8th, and 10th overall finish, cementing its place in motorsport history. This particular 1937 Peugeot 302 DS Darl'mat Sport is an exceptional example, boasting an unparalleled provenance from a prominent private collection. It is believed to be one of the original factory team cars that competed at Le Mans in 1937, potentially the very car that achieved the class win and 7th overall. Power comes from its period-correct 1991cc inline 4-cylinder engine, paired with a 4-speed manual transmission, offering an authentic driving experience. Showing 16,717 miles, this vehicle represents a remarkable piece of automotive history, presented in exquisite condition befitting its status as a premier Art Deco classic. This is an extraordinary opportunity to acquire a piece of French motorsport heritage with a truly distinguished racing pedigree.