Car Lincoln Model L Tonneau-Cowl Sport Phaeton by Locke 1929 for sale

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1929 Lincoln Model L Sport Phaeton

A masterpiece of American automotive history!

The 1929 Lincoln Model L Sport Phaeton tells the fascinating story of the Lincoln Motor Company and the vision of its founder, Henry Martyn Leland. Originally established to produce aircraft engines for World War I, Leland introduced the first Lincoln automobiles in 1920, quickly earning a reputation for precision and luxury. After financial difficulties, Henry Ford acquired Lincoln in 1922 and elevated it to the prestige label of his company. Under Edsel Ford’s leadership, Lincoln entered a new creative era, making the Model L—and particularly the 1929 Sport Phaeton—an icon of luxury.

This rare Lincoln Model L Sport Phaeton, featuring Locke’s elegant “dual-cowl” design, is one of only 58 examples of Style 163B built in 1929. Equipped with a powerful V8 engine, a three-speed transmission, and a luxurious interior, the Phaeton includes an additional windshield for rear passengers, offering an unparalleled driving experience.

Vehicle history:

From 1929 to the early 1950s, the vehicle’s first ownership is unknown.
In the early 1950s, it came into the possession of Henry Austin Clark and later his wife, Waleta H. Clark, in Glen Cove, New York.
On October 5, 1996, it was sold at a Sotheby’s auction in New York City and subsequently traded through RM Classic Cars Inc. in Ontario, Canada.
Between October 1996 and April 1997, the Lincoln was restored by Fawcet Motor Carriage in Whitby, Ontario.
In April 1997, then-owner Gerhard Schweitzer imported the car to Germany, where it remained until 2014.
Since 2014, it has been under the care of the current owner.

The vehicle holds a FIVA Identity Card, confirming the originality and history of this rare automobile. The card documents its provenance and verifies the matching chassis and engine numbers, further underlining its authenticity and collector value. The restoration, carried out in the early 2000s, is accompanied by detailed photographic documentation showcasing both the extensive process and the vehicle’s condition at the time—a testimony to the high quality and care invested in the work.

The car is in good overall condition and has been regularly driven in classic rallies and on weekends in recent years. It has always been maintained and is technically sound.

For further information, viewing appointments, or a test drive, please feel free to contact us.

Vehicle location: Siegen

1929 Lincoln Model L Sport Phaeton

1929 Lincoln Model L Sport Phaeton

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