Model 331. 414-cid, 150-hp V-12 engine, two-barrel carburetor, three-speed manual transmission, solid front axle with semi-elliptic leaf springs, full-floating rear axle with semi-elliptic leaf springs, and four-wheel mechanical drum brakes. Wheelbase: 145-inches

By 1935, the luxury car market had all but disappeared in America. As a result, most of the great manufacturers were dead or dying; Lincoln would be one of the few remaining survivors, mostly due to the considerable resources of the Ford Motor Company, and Edsel Ford’s strong interest in the line.

In 1936, all Lincolns, excluding the new Zephyr, were grouped under the Model K and Series 300. Still powered by the V-12 engine, the car was very similar to the previous year’s model, yet carefully refined. Changes included a windshield with a 27-degree rake, more prominent horizontal bars within the grille and rounder, more streamlined fenders. The headlights were also lowered, and pressed steel disc-type wheels replaced the previous wire wheels.

The 1936 Lincoln Model K Brougham offered here is the final example of 20 Model 331 Broughams originally produced in 1936. Featuring stately and distinctive custom coachwork by Brunn & Co., the car was originally built to order for a principal of the Philip Morris Co. The car, priced at $6,700 when new, weighed 5,571 pounds. Its custom coachwork combines an open chauffeur’s compartment with black leather upholstery and a closed passenger compartment with seating for up to five passengers, with folding auxiliary seats, folding footrests and a concealed intercom.

Today, the rare Lincoln is presented in overall good condition, displaying a very attractive red body and fenders, a black padded top and very good brightwork. Other features include dual side-mounted spare tires with hard covers and sideview mirrors, a luggage rack, and body-colored steel “artillery” wheels with bright hubcaps, trim rings and wide whitewall tires. While both the chauffeur’s compartment and the passenger compartment display some imperfections, they remain elegant, attractive, and mostly original. In addition, this example is equipped with a working original radio. The V-12 engine was completely rebuilt in 1998, and it remains well detailed and period correct in appearance.

Reported by the owner to be in excellent running order, this CCCA Full Classic 1936 Lincoln Brougham offers handsome custom coachwork and true rarity. A striking example of the grand formal limousines of the classic era, it will continue to transport its new owner with dignity and style.