In 1931, Lincoln pulled out all the stops when they introduced the K-Series as the new flagship of the company's fleet. Wheelbases were long, body lines were smooth and sculpted, and, as if that weren't enough, a powerful V-12 engine made the K-Series a favorite of the elite. Offered until 1940, the finest of all the models would be offered in its last four model years, 1937 to 1940, which many will agree is the apex of all Lincoln styling. Offering more than 15 different body styles and a host of coach builders to choose from during the nine-year model run, customization was a major selling point for the Model K and would be the main reason just 15 of these 1937 Lincoln Model K V-12 Convertible Roadsters by LeBaron would be built. Even more scarce today, few survive, and this particular example is believed to be the only one with factory-mounted side spare wheels.

This rare and coveted 1937 Lincoln Model K's known history starts in 1952 when it would make a cameo appearance in the