Judge, 1931-06-27 · page 3 of 37
Judge — June 27, 1931 — page 3: what you’re looking at
What you’re looking at
# Analysis This page is **not a cartoon or satire**—it's a straightforward automobile advertisement for the Auburn Business Coupe. The image shows a sleek 1930s-era car with an inset photograph above depicting what appears to be a business scene with well-dressed men. The ad targets professional businessmen and fleet buyers, emphasizing practical features: a large rear luggage compartment (10,000+ cubic inches), an efficient Straight Eight 98 H.P. motor, and a 127-inch wheelbase. The tagline promises "advantages obtainable in no other car." The $995 price point (factory) reflects the vehicle's positioning as an upscale, practical business vehicle during the Depression era. This is pure commercial advertising, not satirical content.
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QRRRE = This Business Coupe is especially designed for the profes- sional and business man. It is ideal for fleet users. The rear y y L S4 luggage compartment has a capacity of more than 10,000 cubic inches. Buyers of this type of car want the most for their money; they demand ‘the greatest efficiency, dura- bility and comfort. This Auburn Business Coupe offers advantages. obtainable in no other car. Straight Eight 98 H. P. motor; 127° wheelbase; automatic chassis lubrication; - X-type cross member in twist-proof frame; Silent-Constant mesh transmission; a 42” door; and many other features that make its value outstanding. Custom models in- clude L. G. S. Free Wheeling. Ask your Auburn dealer, or write us. °995 to. b. factory.*Rumble seat additional. >» ANIBNIRN POWERED BY LYCOMING The car illustrated above is the Business Man's Coupe, Silent-Constant Mesh in Standard Models. All Custom Models include Free Wheeling Custom models 8.98A: S-passenger, 2-<door Brougham $1145: Business Man's Coupe $1195; Convertible Cabriolet $1245; 4<door Full Sedan $1195; Convertible Phaeton Sedan $1345. All Custom Model include Free Wheelle Standard me dels Lad S-pawenger 2loor Brougham $945; 4~Joor Full Sedan $995; Convertible Cabriolet $1045; Con verti in Sedan $1145; Bus Cou 3 all prices f. 0. b. factory. Equipment other than standard, at t ‘extra cost. AUBURN AUTOMOBILE CONPANTS AUBURN, INDIANA. Phicss subject to change without notice. 1 comicbooks.com