1940 Buick Limited Series 80

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Limited Convertible Phaeton Chassis Num: 13597850   Sold for $55,000 at 2011 RM Auctions. This Buick Limited Phaeton is a special vehicle as it was mildly modified when new by Los Angeles coachbuilding firm Bohman & Schwartz. The original side windows were removed and the gaps were filled, plus wind wings were added. It is believed that the original owner was Hollywood actress Shirley Temple. Subsequent owners include Lorin Tyron, co-founder of the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, and Tom Barrett. It is believed that the car was restored during the 1970s and subsequently repainted. In 2001, it was honored with Most Distinguished Open Car at the Greenwich Concours d'Elegance in Connecticut. In 2011, this vehicle was offered for sale at the Hershey Auction presented by RM Auctions. It was estimated to sell for $60,000 - $80,000 and offered without reserve. As bidding came to a close, the vehicle had been sold for the sum of $55,000 including buyer's premium. By Daniel Vaughan | Dec 2011

Auction Sales Information
Auction	RM Auctions - Hershey
Estimated Value:	$60,000-$80,000
Sale Price	$55,000

Event	Group
RM Auctions - Hershey	1933-1949