- 1 of just 20 LeBaron Convertible Roadsters built
- The New York Auto Salon display car
- Owned by one family for 50 years
- 100-point restoration; Multi national award winner
- 2022 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance Class award winner
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Custom Coachwork by LeBaron
1936 Lincoln Model K 330 Convertible Roadster
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 the last few r model years, 1936 to 1940, which many will agree is the apex of all Lincoln styling.
Offering more than 15 different body styles and a host of coachbuilders to choose from during the nine-year model run, customization was a major selling point for the Model K and the main reason just 20 of these 1936 Lincoln Model K 330 Convertible Roadsters would be built. The 14th produced and even more scarce today, few of these examples are known to survive, and this LeBaron-bodied example is arguably the finest of them all.
Known history for this affluent Model K starts when it was used as the New York Auto Salon display car and then was shipped on January 31st, 1936, and purchased new by popular risque fan dancer Sally Rand. Known around the Hollywood scene, Miss Rand and this Convertible Roadster fit in perfectly. In 1972, known collector Hilyard Barr would acquire this Model K in Los Angeles in its original, rust-free, unrestored condition, and it would remain with him for 50 years. All there, but in need of a complete restoration, Mr. Barr would task the Murray Motor Car Company to complete a 100-point restoration. Every minute detail was addressed, resulting in a stunning outcome. Documenting the restoration are photos of the car before and during the process. Ensuring it was ready to be driven on the show field, or touring duties if needed, the impressive 6.8-liter L-head V-12 engine and three-speed manual transmission were both fully addressed.
This stunning Model K went on a winning spree starting in 2021 when it earned its CCCA National Senior Award (#3052) and its AACA National First Prize (#37103), as well as an AACA National Special Award. In 2022, this example scored 100 points and a class award, 100 Years of Lincoln Class, at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance. The following year at the 2023 Arizona Concours it earned 100 points and a First in Class. Most recently, in April of this year, this Model K scored another 100 points and garnered Second in Class to the Best of Show winner, The William Lyon Family's 1934 Packard Twelve Speedster by LeBaron, at the La Jolla Concours d'Elegance. This Lincoln also picked up its CCCA Premier badge that previous month. Accompanying the sale of this mighty V-12 are factory records and a copy of its original build sheet, provided by The Henry Ford archives, as well as photos of this example on the lush greens of the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance.
The 1936 Lincoln Model K V-12 Coupe by LeBaron was and still is a symbol of luxury and sophistication, catering to a wealthy clientele who sought exclusivity and elegance in their automobiles. As 1 of just 20 originally built, this proven award winning and elegant Model K V-12 Convertible Roadster by LeBaron presents its next owner with the rare opportunity to acquire a custom coach-built Full Classic® that will continue to grant access to important concours and events around the world.
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