1933 Lincoln Model KB Dual Cowl Phaeton by Dietrich
- Engine
- 6.8L L-head V12, single dual-throat carburetor, ~220 bhp at 3,800 rpm
A 1933 Lincoln Model KB Dual Cowl Phaeton with coachwork by Dietrich, chassis number KB 2408, and one of only nine examples constructed to this body style. Originally priced at $4,200, the car carries a documented ownership history tracing back to prominent Lincoln collector Roy Warshawsky of J.C. Whitney fame, who restored many rare Lincoln examples. Powered by a 414-cubic-inch L-Head V-12, the KB is a Classic Car Club of America Full Classic, noted for its light steering and power-assisted brakes.
Ownership
- 2021-10-01Auction saleEstimate US$200,000 – US$250,000
- Date unknownAcquisition unknownRoy Warshawskypartial documentation
Prominent Lincoln enthusiast associated with J.C. Whitney parts supply; known for owning and restoring rare Lincoln examples.
- Date unknownAcquisition unknownCollector from New Hope, Pennsylvaniapartial documentation
Intermediate owner from whom the current consignor acquired the vehicle.
- Date unknownPrivate saleCurrent vendorpartial documentation
Purchased from the Pennsylvania collector; car has been well maintained during this period of ownership.
Competition
No competition history extracted from the catalogue.
Maintenance & restoration
- —Restoration
The car underwent restoration work during one or more prior ownerships, leaving it in a well-presented condition; the scope and details of this work are not specified beyond a general characterisation of quality.
Described as having been well restored in former tenures; no specific dates, workshops, or restoration scope are provided.
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