1936 Lincoln Model K Series 300 Convertible Roadster

The Lincoln Model K was one of the most exclusive, luxury vehicles of its time, produced by the Lincoln Motor Company from 1931-1940. It competed with the Cadillac V-12 and V-16, the Packard Twin Six, the Chrysler Imperial, the Duesenberg Model J, and the Pierce-Arrow Model 53. All were sought-after by the rich and famous and seen in the toniest of locales such as Hollywood. The Lincoln, like others, was produced in several body configurations as well as a bare chassis. Power is from a 6.8-liter Lincoln L-head V-12 engine through a 3-speed manual transmission. In 1936, coachbuilder LeBaron, Inc. was a subsidiary of Briggs Manufacturing, operating in Detroit.

This Lincoln, the 14th of 20 LeBaron bodied convertibles, was purchased new by Hollywood dancer Sally Rand. Several decades later, the roadster was still in Los Angeles and still completely intact, including leather interior and top, but in need of much loving care. Hilyard Barr purchased it there in 1972 and eventually sent it to the Murray Motor Car Company to be restored. It has since received several awards and accolades at the CCCA Grand Classic and the AACA Western Regional meet.