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1931 LINCOLN MODEL K DUAL COWL PHAETON
Chassis No. K 68214
Engine No. 68214
Grey with blue fenders and trim and blue leather upholstery
Engine: V-8, side valve, 384ci, 120bhp at 2,900rpm; Gearbox: three speed manual with free wheeling device; Suspension: semi-elliptic leaf springs front and rear; Brakes: four wheel drums. 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., but little was done to alter Leland's original design for quite a while thereafter. Entering the thirties, Lincoln had only the outdated Model L chassis that had been created ten years previously.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 significantly 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.
It is believed that Mr. Brown purchased this Lincoln Dual Cowl in the mid 1960s, though no further information regarding its previous ownership history is known. During Mr. Brown's ownership, the Lincoln was featured in the movie Franklin and Ellanor. While the Lincoln has not been run in many years, it appears to have benefitted from a thorough older restoration that has since mellowed nicely with time and use. Upon recent inspection, we noted some paint flaking on the rear cowl and minor corrosion in the engine compartment. Overall, the paint, upholstery and chrome are very presentable. The dual cowl body style is regarded by most collectors as the most desireable coachwork fitted to the K model chassis. The example offered here comes with an optional trunk, ideal for the extended outing or Classic Car Club CARavans. It is recognized as a Full Classic by the Classic Car Club of America.
Chassis No. K 68214
Engine No. 68214
Grey with blue fenders and trim and blue leather upholstery
Engine: V-8, side valve, 384ci, 120bhp at 2,900rpm; Gearbox: three speed manual with free wheeling device; Suspension: semi-elliptic leaf springs front and rear; Brakes: four wheel drums. 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., but little was done to alter Leland's original design for quite a while thereafter. Entering the thirties, Lincoln had only the outdated Model L chassis that 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 significantly 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.
It is believed that Mr. Brown purchased this Lincoln Dual Cowl in the mid 1960s, though no further information regarding its previous ownership history is known. During Mr. Brown's ownership, the Lincoln was featured in the movie Franklin and Ellanor. While the Lincoln has not been run in many years, it appears to have benefitted from a thorough older restoration that has since mellowed nicely with time and use. Upon recent inspection, we noted some paint flaking on the rear cowl and minor corrosion in the engine compartment. Overall, the paint, upholstery and chrome are very presentable. The dual cowl body style is regarded by most collectors as the most desireable coachwork fitted to the K model chassis. The example offered here comes with an optional trunk, ideal for the extended outing or Classic Car Club CARavans. It is recognized as a Full Classic by the Classic Car Club of America.