H. Kleyer’s automobile manufacturing company, “Adler Werke von Heinrich Kleyer A.G.,” was founded as early as 1900, and its name embodied a symbol of German might — the eagle (German: “adler”).
In the first half of the 1930s, the factory began producing cars with a design that was very advanced for its time, featuring a platform-type chassis (without a frame), front-wheel drive, and independent suspension on all wheels.
This model was first unveiled to the global public in May 1936 and was available in both 4-door sedan and elegant convertible body styles. Between 1936 and 1940, 14,473 such cars were produced.
The car on display is one of the last pre-war mid-range models, featuring an elegant convertible body built by the “Karmann” coachbuilder. It was restored from a state of disrepair.
