1932 Auburn 12-160A Speedster

This example of Art Deco styling was produced by Auburn while E.L. Cord was at the helm. Known as the 'Playboy Special,' the Auburn 12 featured the panache of a speedster coupled with the performance of the Lycoming V12 engine - all at a reasonable price. While some cars of the period focused on the luxury of comfort and amenities, this car offered the luxury of speed. Auburn's Speedster garnered 12-speed records, including the fastest speed recorded by any stock American car at over 100 mph for one mile and an average of 89 mph for 500 miles - underlining its pace and its stamina. The Auburn 12 Speedster is highly sought after today and remains one of the most outstanding examples of classic 1930s styling and engineering.

The 391 cubic-inch Lycoming V-12 engine produced 160 horsepower and there is a three-speed manual transmission with electric overdrive. Amenities include the Bijur chassis lubrication system, adjustable shocks (from the dash), and a single Pilot Ray light. This example was given a full restoration in 2023.

This example has been in the stewardship of its current owners for over two decades.