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1929 Gardner Series 120 Roadster

  • Chassis Number: GT18913
This 1929 Gardner Series 120 Roadster is a sporty open car that features an auxiliary 'rumble seat' in its deck. Optional equipment included wire wheels, with side mounts for the dual spares, and a rear trunk rack with an accessory trunk. The Lycoming GR L-head straight-eight displaces 225.7 cubic inches and produces 76 horsepower. There are Lockheed four-wheel internal expanding hydraulic brakes, and Lovejoy shock absorbers in the front, and were offered as optional equipment in the rear. A 4.45:1 rear axle ratio was specified for the relatively lightweight Roadster, while 1929 Gardner closed models had a 4.9:1 gear set.

In 2011, the car was offered for sale at the Quail Lodge presented by Bonhams auction. It was estimated to sell for $60,000 - $80,000. Bidding failed to satisfy the vehicle's reserve and it would leave the auction unsold.

By Daniel Vaughan | Nov 2011

2013 RM Auction - Hershey

Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $40,000-USD $60,000 
Sale Price :
USD $49,500

2011 Bonhams - Quail Lodge Sale

Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $60,000-USD $80,000 
Lot was not sold

Recent Sales of the Gardner Series 120

(Data based on Model Year 1929 sales)
1929 Gardner Model 120 Roadster
Chassis#: GT18913
Sold for USD$49,500
  2013 RM Auction - Hershey
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Gardner Series 120s That Failed To Sell At Auction

1929 Gardner Series 120's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
VehicleChassisEventHigh BidEst. LowEst. High
1929 Gardner Series 120 Eight-in-Line RoadsterGT189132011 Bonhams Quail Lodge Sale $60,000$80,000

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