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Philadelphia-based Derham Coachbuilding Company was in operation until 1974. In 1928, the firm designed a four-passenger convertible phaeton on a Hispano-Suiza chassis for Countess Holstein. The car was displayed at Derham's showroom while two other examples were built by Derham's craftsmen for Chrysler and Packard chassis.
1930 was the final year of Model L production. Lincoln added the Derham design to its custom-body catalogue for 1930, and only 20 examples were built, with just three known to survive. The Derham convertible phaeton was a true open phaeton and a rakish sedan with crisp lines flowing into a sloping rear deck. The top could be fitted over the tops of the front and rear windows.
This particular example was carefully detailed by John Maitland, who purchased the Lincoln in March of 1952 for $200 from the Estate of Daniel Cook, who was given the car by his elder aunts, who had reportedly acquired the car directly off the floor of the New York Auto Show when new. When Mr. Maitland, purchased the vehicle it was in good original condition with approximately 50,000 miles. Mr. Maitland replaced the muffler, tailpipe, and running boards. The car was repainted and was given a new convertible top and spare tire covers.
After transferring to Detroit in 1956, Mr. Maitland sold the Lincoln. In 1958 it was acquired by Lima, Ohio's Norman Delaney, who had the engine overhauled, installed new rear-end seals, and retained the car through 1969. The following year it entered the Tom Lester Collection where it was refinished in Light Tan with Coffee accents and Orange wheels.
The L-head V8 engine displaces 384.8 cubic inches, produces 90 horsepower, and is mated to a three-speed manual transmission.
In 2012, the car was offered for sale at the St. Johns sale presented by RM Auctions. It was estimated to sell for $140,000 - $170,000. As bidding came to a close, the car had been sold for the sum of $100,000 inclusive of buyer's premium.By Daniel Vaughan | Oct 2012
1930 was the final year of Model L production. Lincoln added the Derham design to its custom-body catalogue for 1930, and only 20 examples were built, with just three known to survive. The Derham convertible phaeton was a true open phaeton and a rakish sedan with crisp lines flowing into a sloping rear deck. The top could be fitted over the tops of the front and rear windows.
This particular example was carefully detailed by John Maitland, who purchased the Lincoln in March of 1952 for $200 from the Estate of Daniel Cook, who was given the car by his elder aunts, who had reportedly acquired the car directly off the floor of the New York Auto Show when new. When Mr. Maitland, purchased the vehicle it was in good original condition with approximately 50,000 miles. Mr. Maitland replaced the muffler, tailpipe, and running boards. The car was repainted and was given a new convertible top and spare tire covers.
After transferring to Detroit in 1956, Mr. Maitland sold the Lincoln. In 1958 it was acquired by Lima, Ohio's Norman Delaney, who had the engine overhauled, installed new rear-end seals, and retained the car through 1969. The following year it entered the Tom Lester Collection where it was refinished in Light Tan with Coffee accents and Orange wheels.
The L-head V8 engine displaces 384.8 cubic inches, produces 90 horsepower, and is mated to a three-speed manual transmission.
In 2012, the car was offered for sale at the St. Johns sale presented by RM Auctions. It was estimated to sell for $140,000 - $170,000. As bidding came to a close, the car had been sold for the sum of $100,000 inclusive of buyer's premium.By Daniel Vaughan | Oct 2012
2012 RM Auctions - St. Johns, Michigan
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $140,000-USD $170,000
High Bid (Lot was not sold)
USD $100,000
1930 Lincoln Model L Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Lincoln Model L
(Data based on Model Year 1930 sales)
1930 Lincoln Model L Sport Touring Chassis#: 62708 Sold for USD$33,000 2024 RM Sothebys : Hershey | |
1930 Lincoln Model L Sport Touring Chassis#: 64529 Sold for USD$71,500 2024 RM Sothebys : Hershey | |
1930 Lincoln Model L Restomod Sold for USD$52,080 2023 Worldwide Auctioneers : The Auburn Auction | |
1930 Lincoln Model L Convertible Phaeton Sold for USD$81,200 2023 Worldwide Auctioneers : The Auburn Auction | |
1930 LINCOLN MODEL L SPORT ROADSTER Chassis#: 63093 Sold for USD$246,400 2023 Gooding & Company : Estate of Mark Smith Auction | |
1930 Lincoln Model L Seven-Passenger Sedan Chassis#: 64236 Sold for USD$35,200 2022 RM Sothebys : The Hershey Auction | |
1930 Lincoln Racer Sold for USD$38,500 2022 Mecum : Dallas | |
1930 Lincoln Sedan Sold for USD$15,400 2021 Mecum : Chicago | |
1930 LINCOLN L 2-DOOR CONVERTIBLE Chassis#: 65052 Sold for USD$42,900 2021 Barrett-Jackson : Houston | |
1930 Lincoln Model L 7-Passenger Touring Sold for USD$49,500 2020 Mecum Auctions : Kissimmee | |
1930 Lincoln Model L-179 Coupe Sold for USD$10,450 2019 RM Auctions : Auburn Fall | |
1930 Lincoln Model L Town Sedan Chassis#: 62692 Sold for USD$55,000 2018 RM Sothebys : Hershey | |
1930 Lincoln MODEL L TYPE 179 VICTORIA COUPE Chassis#: 65380 Sold for USD$79,923 2018 Bonhams : Den Hartogh Sale | |
1930 Lincoln MODEL L SEVEN PASSENGER TOURING Chassis#: 65514 Sold for USD$93,243 2018 Bonhams : Den Hartogh Sale | |
1930 Lincoln Model L Convertible Roadster Coachwork by LeBaron Chassis#: 64277 Sold for USD$66,000 2017 Bonhams : Quail Lodge | |
1930 LINCOLN MODEL L CONVERTIBLE ROADSTER Chassis#: 64754 Sold for USD$61,600 2017 Bonhams : The Amelia Island Auction | |
1930 Lincoln Model L Five-Passenger Sport Phaeton Chassis#: 64272 Sold for USD$61,600 2017 RM Sotheby's : Arizona Auction | |
1930 LINCOLN Model L 7-Passenger Touring Chassis#: K63515 Sold for USD$72,600 2016 Bonhams : Preserving the Automobile | |
1930 LINCOLN MODEL L CONVERTIBLE ROADSTER Chassis#: 64754 Sold for USD$66,000 2016 Bonhams : Quail Lodge | |
1930 Lincoln Sport Phaeton Sold for USD$57,200 2013 Auctions America - California |
Lincoln Model Ls That Failed To Sell At Auction
1930 Lincoln Model L's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
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1930 Lincoln Model L-179 Coupe | 2019 RM Auctions : Auburn Fall | ||||
1930 Lincoln Model L-179 Coupe | 62454 | 2019 Auburn Spring : RM Auctions | $30,000 | $35,000 | |
1930 Lincoln L Series Sport Phaeton | 60257 | 2018 Mecum : Monterey | $75,000 | $100,000 | $120,000 |
1930 Lincoln Model L Convertible Roadster by LeBaron | 64277 | 2016 RM Sotheby's : Motor City | $80,000 | $100,000 | |
1930 Lincoln Model L Sport Phaeton | 2014 Mecum Kissimmee | $87,000 | |||
1930 Lincoln Model L Sport Phaeton | 2014 Mecum Kissimmee | $70,000 | |||
1930 Lincoln Model L Dual Cowl Phaeton | 65674 | 2012 Worldwide The Auburn Auction | $110,000 | $130,000 | |
1930 Lincoln Model L Convertible Phaeton | 63842 | 2012 RM Auctions St. Johns, Michigan | $100,000 | $140,000 | $170,000 |
1930 Lincoln Lebaron Convertible Toby Keith | 64277 | 2011 Russo and Steele Monterey Auction | |||
1930 Lincoln Model L Sport Phaeton | 2011 Leake Car Auctions Oklahoma City, Ok | $55,000 | |||
1930 Lincoln Model L | 2009 Automobiles of Arizona | $75,000 | $90,000 | $120,000 |
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