Lincoln introduced the K-series for the 1931 model year, and it was the first entirely new model to come from Lincoln since Ford Motor Company’s takeover in 1922. The stylish new K-Series clearly showed Edsel Ford’s influence in its deeply curved fenders and elegant proportions. While the 384.8 cubic-inch V8 carried over from the L-series, it featured numerous improvements and was highly regarded as a superb engine. With the new K-Series, Lincoln finally had a car that could compete with the best Cadillac and Packard had to offer.

The K-series expanded in 1932 to include an optional 448 cubic-inch V12 engine that produced an impressive 150 horsepower. It represented Lincoln’s entry into the so-called multi-cylinder race, spurred on by Cadillac’s revolutionary V12/V16 engines of 1930 and the resurgence of the Packard Twin-Six in 1932. Lincoln’s V12 was a masterpiece of engineering. The seven-main-bearing beast utilized separate cylinder blocks, alloy crankcase, and fork and blade connecting rods. Beautifully designed and overbuilt, the powerful and highly refined V12 lived up to the exacting standards set years before by the company founder, Henry M. Leland. For the ’32 model year, Lincoln designated the existing V8 models KA and V12 models KB, with the latter featuring the 145” wheelbase chassis.

For 1933, Lincoln replaced the KA’s long-running V8 with a new, smaller V12 of 381 cubic inches. But the flagship remained the sublime KB with its big twelve-cylinder engine, 145-inch double-drop chassis, and no fewer than twenty-four body options with updated styling and a gorgeous new grille. In addition to the factory-built bodies, prestigious coachbuilders Judson, Brunn, LeBaron, Murphy, and Dietrich provided suitably beautiful and high-quality coachwork for the KB chassis. Due to its overbuilt nature, the KB V12 was an expensive car to produce, and soon Ford’s accountants came knocking with its death warrant. Indeed, 1933 proved to be the final year for the KB with the big 448 cubic-inch twelve, marking the end of a brief but glorious era for the Lincoln Motor Company.

Presented here in a stunning two-tone burgundy livery is one of a handful of known survivors of Lincoln’s extravagant twelve-cylinder flagship. This 1933 KB wears one of the most desirable and elegant bodies offered on the chassis – Brunn’s fabulous 2-door, 5-passenger Convertible Victoria. This remarkable motorcar was once the pride of the famous Roy Warshawsky collection. Mr. Warshawsky was the founder of J.C. Whitney, and he maintained an extensive collection of significant automobiles, with a heavy emphasis on Lincolns of the Classic Era. This car, chassis number KB2432, was one of his favorites, and it remained in his collection until his death. Ohio-based collector Richard Scott then acquired it. While the Lincoln wore a beautiful restoration, the time spent idle in the Warshawsky collection meant it required a comprehensive mechanical overhaul, so Mr. Scott could enjoy the car to the fullest. Once sorted, the KB proved to be a most spectacular tour car, successfully completing a 1,000-mile CARavan Tour in the Pacific North West, while also earning 100-points in CCCA concours competition. KB2432 changed hands a couple of times since, along the way, receiving further sorting, freshening, and restoration work as needed. In the hands of the most recent owner, the car was awarded the Lincoln Trophy at the 2017 Pebble Beach Concours D’Elegance, with appearances at other select prestigious concours events.

Today, it presents in superb condition and is worthy of continued concours or touring duty, with the gorgeous two-tone burgundy paint scheme and black canvas top in impeccable order. The flowing skirted fenders, raked V-shape radiator grille, and Brunn’s close-coupled body with integrated trunk and low roofline exude Classic Era elegance. Further accentuating the sporting looks are chrome wire wheels shod with black wall Firestones, dual side-mount spare wheels, and the iconic sprinting Greyhound mascot. The paint, brightwork, and details are outstanding.

Inside, striking mauve-colored leather adorns the seats and door cards. Deep burgundy carpets provide a beautiful complement to the rest of the cabin. Impeccably finished woodwork tops the door panels, and woodgrain-effect features on the dash and superb restored instruments sit in a central cluster with beautiful art-deco detailing. This car also features a rare Philco radio with column-mounted controls. The black canvas top is superb, finished with a matching boot, and including a custom-fitted clear plastic cover for concours use.

The magnificent presentation continues under the hood, with the mighty 448 cubic inch V12 wearing its bare alloy, black porcelain, and chrome with impressive effect. As expected, the engine is true to factory specifications and meticulously detailed, while also showing light signs of use that hint at the car’s potential as a real performer on tours and driving events.

As one of just three known survivors to feature this gorgeous Brunn coachwork, KB2432 is sure to be a welcome entry into virtually any prestigious event. Lincolns of 1933 are regarded as some of the finest cars of the era, and this example is no doubt one of the best KBs available. It represents the pinnacle for Lincoln in the pre-war period, when the marque proudly stood shoulder to shoulder with Packard and Cadillac in the hotly-contested battle for luxury car supremacy.

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