Classic Supercar: The 1934 Voisin C15 Saloit Roadster

Last time, I featured one of the earliest if not the earliest “supercar” which was launched way back in the 1930’s. This time, I’m going to follow it up with another classic supercar from the same era which is called the 1934 Voisin C15 Saloit Roadster. This car would have been the preferred car for 30’s Hollywood and I’m not surprised since the Voisin had top-of-the-line technology during that period. The Voisin as it is much popularly known is a French car that has been on the road for more than 70 years. There isn’t much known about its history although it has been said that its humble beginnings started in a place called Etablissement Saliot in a suburb which can be found in LeVallios.

 A guy named Delacluse created a distinct and unique chassis that had a massive hood giving the car an imposing look that was unknown during those times. The car is definitely a throwback roadster that wouldn’t only make your grandpa salivate but everyone else 70 or more years later. In short, the Voisin was designed to stand the test of time which it ultimately achieved over the years. On the other hand, the car has its mystery that until now lots of people is still talking about. First and foremost, the chassis didn’t have a number and its type is until now being argued upon. Although claims have circulated that Delacluse received the chassis from someone and he just modified it.

 Today, the Voisin can be customized and restructured to have its interior look like any other modern car out there. If I’m not mistaken, I saw one not too long ago that had enhanced fenders, a revised cowl, massive headlights, and who would’ve thought, an ostrich skin interior that can’t get any classier. Overall, the Voisin has been the earliest symbol of class and power rolled into one. Although compared to modern supercars, its performance would be negligible, its look still remains to be a classic that cannot be taken for granted.