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1930 Lincoln Model L Sport Phaeton

  • Chassis Number: 60817
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There were minor changes for the Lincoln Model L in 1930, as the company was devoting its resources to the Lincoln Model K, which was set to appear in 1931. In many ways, the Model L was unchanged from the prior year. Noticeable changes were a painted bumper which now matched the body color. The drop-tops were given natural canvas tops and spare wheel covers gave the vehicle a modern appearance.

For 1930, Lincoln produced 4356 cars with twenty models to choose from.

Under the bonnet was a 384.8 cubic-inch L-head V8 engine that had three main bearings and Stromberg carburetors. it was capable of producing 90 horsepower. There was a three-speed sliding gear transmission and four-wheel mechanical drum brakes. All Lincolns, in 1930, were given four-wheel brakes. Top speed was achieved at 80 mph with fuel consumption of 12 miles per gallon.

This 1930 Lincoln Model L Sport Phaeton was offered for sale at the 2007 RM Auctions held in Amelia Island, Florida where it was estimated to sell between $100,000 - $125,000. This model, known as a Model 176A, has four doors and seating for four. Only 53 of these Sport Phaetons were built in 1930 and sold for around $5,000, a considerable cost at the time.

This car is finished in gray and black with a tan top. A restoration was undertaken in 1990 and constructed to original, like new conditions. The Lincoln was judged 99 points and given a CCCA Senior award. It won Best in Class at the Lincoln Owners Club Annual National Meet.

A mechanical restoration was commissioned in 2005 and took part in the CCCA Grand Experience at Hickory Corners, MI a year later. It completed the 90 mile tour and was awarded a Class Award.

At the auction, the estimated value was accurate and the vehicle was sold for $118,800.

By Daniel Vaughan | Mar 2007

2007 Vintage Motor Cars at Amelia Island

Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $100,000-USD $125,000 
Sale Price :
USD $118,800

2005 Vintage Motor Cars at Meadow Brook Hall

Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $90,000-USD $120,000 
Sale Price :
USD $104,500

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
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1930 Lincoln Model L Sport Touring
Chassis#: 64529
Sold for USD$71,500
  2024 RM Sothebys : Hershey
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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
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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
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1930 LINCOLN MODEL L CONVERTIBLE ROADSTER
Chassis#: 64754
Sold for USD$61,600
  2017 Bonhams : The Amelia Island Auction
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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
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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.
VehicleChassisEventHigh BidEst. LowEst. High
1930 Lincoln Model L-179 Coupe 2019 RM Auctions : Auburn Fall   
1930 Lincoln Model L-179 Coupe624542019 Auburn Spring : RM Auctions $30,000$35,000
1930 Lincoln L Series Sport Phaeton602572018 Mecum : Monterey$75,000$100,000$120,000
1930 Lincoln Model L Convertible Roadster by LeBaron642772016 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 Phaeton656742012 Worldwide The Auburn Auction $110,000$130,000
1930 Lincoln Model L Convertible Phaeton638422012 RM Auctions St. Johns, Michigan$100,000$140,000$170,000
1930 Lincoln Lebaron Convertible Toby Keith642772011 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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