Details
1931 LINCOLN MODEL K DUAL COWL PHAETON
Serial No. K68216
Tan with black fenders and brown leather upholstery.
Engine: V8, side valve, 384ci, 120bhp at 2,900rpm; Gearbox: three speed manual with free wheeling device; Suspension: semi-elliptic leaf springs front and rear. Left hand drive.
Lincoln was founded by the "Master of Precision", Henry Martyn Leland. When the company hit financial trouble in 1922, Leland sold out to the Ford Motor Company. Little was done to alter the original design thereafter. Entering the thirties, Lincoln had only the outdated Model L chassis which had been created ten years previously. In 1930, dramatic styling improvements were made to update the look, but the engine was still the proven and reliable 385ci V8.
In 1931, Lincoln announced the Model K. The compression ratio was raised to 4.95:1, boosting the horsepower from 90 to 120. The Stromberg DD3 dual downdraft carburetor led the gas mixture into the vastly improved manifold which dramatically increased the acceleration power. A new radiator provided a greater cooling surface and the new free-wheeling transmission increased the first and second gear ratios.
The 1931 Model K hood was far longer than the Model L's and the radiator and grille were slightly peaked. The headlights were larger and more spherical, situated on an arched bar with a free standing Lincoln emblem in the center. Two chromed trumpet horns were added just under the lights. The new Lincolns definitely gave an improved ride, greater stability and more power. Lincolns of this period are widely regarded for their quality and understated elegance.
Seymour Rosenblatt purchased this dual cowl phaeton, thought to be the most desirable of the classic body syles, in September 1974 from Mr. Frank E. Ray of Farmington, Connecticut. Mr. Ray owned the vehicle for a number of years and used it on several Glidden Tours. When it was purchased it was in fair condition, and Mr. Rosenblatt undertook a a three year restoration, the work was carried out by Dave Polson and Mike Ross. Some years later the car was refurbished again during the 1980s. All the brightwork is in first class order. The paintwork generally appears in an excellent condition, although there is one minor blemish in a rear fender which may polish out. There are two small indentations in the near side front fender. The leather upholstery is in good condition and was probably replaced about twenty years ago. It comes with an original owners manual.
While Mr. Rosenblatt showed the car locally it is not described as being in Pebble Beach show winning condition but would make a good AACA and CCCA show and tour car. Last year Christie's achieved $110,000 for an identical car from the collection of the late Philip Wichard.
Serial No. K68216
Tan with black fenders and brown leather upholstery.
Engine: V8, side valve, 384ci, 120bhp at 2,900rpm; Gearbox: three speed manual with free wheeling device; Suspension: semi-elliptic leaf springs front and rear. Left hand drive.
Lincoln was founded by the "Master of Precision", Henry Martyn Leland. When the company hit financial trouble in 1922, Leland sold out to the Ford Motor Company. Little was done to alter the original design thereafter. Entering the thirties, Lincoln had only the outdated Model L chassis which had been created ten years previously. In 1930, dramatic styling improvements were made to update the look, but the engine was still the proven and reliable 385ci V8.
In 1931, Lincoln announced the Model K. The compression ratio was raised to 4.95:1, boosting the horsepower from 90 to 120. The Stromberg DD3 dual downdraft carburetor led the gas mixture into the vastly improved manifold which dramatically increased the acceleration power. A new radiator provided a greater cooling surface and the new free-wheeling transmission increased the first and second gear ratios.
The 1931 Model K hood was far longer than the Model L's and the radiator and grille were slightly peaked. The headlights were larger and more spherical, situated on an arched bar with a free standing Lincoln emblem in the center. Two chromed trumpet horns were added just under the lights. The new Lincolns definitely gave an improved ride, greater stability and more power. Lincolns of this period are widely regarded for their quality and understated elegance.
Seymour Rosenblatt purchased this dual cowl phaeton, thought to be the most desirable of the classic body syles, in September 1974 from Mr. Frank E. Ray of Farmington, Connecticut. Mr. Ray owned the vehicle for a number of years and used it on several Glidden Tours. When it was purchased it was in fair condition, and Mr. Rosenblatt undertook a a three year restoration, the work was carried out by Dave Polson and Mike Ross. Some years later the car was refurbished again during the 1980s. All the brightwork is in first class order. The paintwork generally appears in an excellent condition, although there is one minor blemish in a rear fender which may polish out. There are two small indentations in the near side front fender. The leather upholstery is in good condition and was probably replaced about twenty years ago. It comes with an original owners manual.
While Mr. Rosenblatt showed the car locally it is not described as being in Pebble Beach show winning condition but would make a good AACA and CCCA show and tour car. Last year Christie's achieved $110,000 for an identical car from the collection of the late Philip Wichard.