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1929 Lincoln L Rollston All Weather Non-Collapsible Brougham
Mike Anderson, Elkhart, Indiana
The Model L was the first motorcar built by Lincoln, in 1920 two years prior to Lincoln’s acquisition by Ford. This Lincoln (frame 02-25-29) represents the final iteration of the Model L with a 60-degree V8 engine, updraft carburetor, and opulent appointments–a luxury alternative to offerings by Rolls-Royce, Packard, and Cadillac. Rollston was one of several coachbuilders employed to dress the Model L, and this Lincoln bears several Rollston trademarks, such as the unique door handles. Purchased new by a cranberry farmer in Cranbury, New jersey, the car was acquired by the current owner, fully dismantled, and partially restored in 1974. Over the past four ecades, it has been fully restored to its original configuration and majesty.
C2-02
1930 Packard 745-C Deluxe Eight LeBaron All Weather Cabriolet
Richard & Laura Azzolino, San Francisco, California
Packard led the US market in coachbuilt automobiles, outselling all the other car companies combined. The popular 745 was built on the longest Packard wheelbase of 145 inches and was powered by the 385-cubic-inch, inline 8-cylinder, 106-hp engine. This 745-C (chassis 18 1555), boasts an aluminum body with a shorter 740 hood, allowing for an extra five inches of space in the passenger compartment to add luxurious accommodations. Research suggests only two cabriolets were built, and this is believed to be the only one without a rear-quarter window, ensuring the privacy of passengers. This 95-year-old grand dame of the Classic Era retains its original upholstery and is fully operational.
C2-03
1931 Ruxton Edward G. Budd Sedan
Rich & Karen Atwell, Fredericksburg, Texas
The Ruxton was conceived in 1929 in an overcrowded market and sadly ceased production after barely a year. However, the marque’s demise favors this car for its rarity, as one of just 18 existing Ruxtons out of 96 originally built. William Muller of Edward G Budd Manufacturing Company in Philadelphia, initiated the creation of a front-wheel-drive prototype with a passenger compartment 10 inches lower than its rear-wheel-drive competitors. The innovative design was powered by the 269-cubic-inch Continental 18-S engine. Note particularly the vibrant horizontally striped color scheme that was used on the Ruxton sedans. This rare example (chassis 10C104) has the complete interior material sourced from Ruxton’s original supplier in 1931 for it’s restoration.
C2-04
1934 Packard 1107 Twelve Coupe
Donald Ghareeb, Vestavia Hills, Alabama
Packard built 960 V 12s in 1934, and around 25 of the 11th Series V 12s were coupes. The 1934 Coupe was based on Raymond Dietrich’s Coupe Roadster design, with the addition of a stylized fixed roof that had a convertible-like line. This example (chassis 902337) was built on the 142-inch wheelbase and is one of fewer than 10 in existence today. Originally delivered to Worcester, Massachusetts, on July 18, 1934-, this Packard is featured in Edward J. Blend’s The Magnificent Packard Twelve of Nineteen Thirty-Four.
It would later become part of a private museum alongside Old Route 66 in Oklahoma. The car has been more recently restored and the Concours marks its first appearance since completion.
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1934 Packard 1108 Twelve Seven-Passenger Sedan
Gary & Amy Mard1eUi, Vista, California
In 1934 Packard offered three chassis for the 11th Series V12, including this 1108 with a 147-inch wheelbase–the longest wheelbase offered by Packard during the Classic Era. This was the last year to feature the upright grille, big chrome headlamps, and thin windshield pillars, and the first year the dashboard was built to accommodate a factory radio. This car (chassis 734210) is one of just 20 seven passenger sedans crafted by inhouse Packard coachbuilders with adjustable front scats and no chauffeur divider.
Although advertised to achieve 85 mph, these cars can cruise at 100 mph, and they sold new for a significant $5,750.
C2-06
1937 Cord 812 Armchair Beverly
Rick Zeiger & Ron Verschoor, Beverly Hills, California
The Cord, designed by Gordon Buehrig as a “Baby Duesenberg,” was a styling revelation. A 1951 Museum of Modern An exhihition catalogue said that the Cord suggests the “driving power or a fast fighter plane” with a “solemn expression or Streamlining.” The Cord 812 Armchair Beverly is a variant of the Duesenberg Model J Beverly, featuring armchair seating for four passengers. At a higher price but lower occupancy than the standard
sedan, its popularity was limited, and only 13 of the 1937 Armchair Beverlys were produced. This example (chassis 1176 S) features Buehrig’s original fastback design without external exhaust pipes.
C2-07
1937 Lincoln K LeBaron Coupe
James Farley, Birmingham, Michigan
Ford Motor Company acquired Lincoln in 1922 and Edsel Ford, Henry’s son, was charged with rebranding the flagging Lincoln marque. He employed the extensive use of custom coachwork to establish Lincoln as a true luxury vehicle. The result in 1931 was the Lincoln K Ubiquitous to all late Lincoln K automobiles was the 414-cubic-inch V12 engine producing 150 horsepower. This LeBaron Coupe (chassis K7972) is one of 24 built in 1937, the first year of integrated headlamps, and is believed to be one of six remaining. The car presents in its original color and interior combination.
C1 American Classic Open
