1937 LINCOLN MODEL K PANEL BROUGHAM

This 145? wheelbase Model K wears the most exclusive and expensive body available in 1937 the Panel Brougham by Willoughby Coachbuilders of Utica NY. The Panel Brougham features dramatic razor-edge styling that was very distinctive for the time. Lincoln produced a total of 977 Model Ks in 1937. Of that 977 only four were built of this particular model. This car was once a part of the illustrious Roy Warshawsky?s collection the founder of J.C. Whitney who was famous for his fondness for Lincoln automobiles. Rick Kriss performed the restoration and the car scored a Best in Class at the 1988 Pebble Beach Concours d?Elegance. In the years since a series of well-known collectors have meticulously maintained it. After leaving the Warshawsky collection it was owned briefly by Dr. J. Murphy who then sold it to General William Lyons. This Lincoln was a fixture in General Lyons? collection for many years and it remains in good condition today. Features include Senior Trippe lights a Greyhound mascot dual side-mounted spares and chrome wire wheels. This car is unique in that it features the hand-painted cane work on the body sides which was an original option according to the factory catalog. The interior is correctly restored with a leather driver?s compartment and a gray broadcloth rear compartment. It?s powered by a 414ci V12 engine that sends power through a 3-speed manual transmission. Luxurious appointments include roller blinds folding opera seats footrests woodwork and a Jaeger 8-day clock. This Lincoln K is ready to be enjoyed on the road or to show.

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