Collection: THE GREAT GATSBY

n both the original 1974 adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald's "The Great Gatsby" and the 2013 adaptation, Gatsby is depicted driving a distinctive yellow 1929 Duesenberg Model J. The Duesenberg Model J was an extravagant luxury car of its time, known for its elegant design and powerful engine.

The choice of the Duesenberg Model J for the character of Jay Gatsby reflects his opulent lifestyle and his desire to display his wealth and success. The car is a symbol of the excess and extravagance of the Roaring Twenties, a period of great wealth and lavish parties that is central to the novel's themes.

The car plays a significant role in both film adaptations, particularly in the famous scene where Gatsby takes Nick Carraway for a ride in the Duesenberg, showcasing the car's speed and luxury. In the story, the car serves as a reflection of Gatsby's character and his pursuit of the American Dream, as well as a symbol of the era's extravagance.

We have a wonderful version of the Duesenberg in 1/18. That do not stay in stock long! Take one home today!