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1932 Auburn 12-161 Convertible Coupé

France • 23 Jan 2010

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This 1932 Auburn 12-161 Convertible Coupé is a beautifully restored example of American automotive prestige. Boasting a powerful Lycoming V12 engine, a stylish convertible body, and luxurious interior, this Auburn is presented in excellent condition and is ready for concours d'élégance events.

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Condition 

9

The car is described as being in a perfectly restored and operating condition. The description mentions that it is in a "nearly new" condition, with specific details about the quality of the paint, interior, and mechanics. Its exceptional condition makes it worthy of a place in any of the great concours d'élégance, at the Villa d'Este or Pebble-Beach.

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Erret Lobban Cord quitta l'école à l'age de quinze ans et se fit engager comme vendeur de voitures.

Il se fit remarquer comme le meilleur vendeur de la société qui l'employait, connaissant chaque voiture qu'il vendait dans les moindres détails.

A l'occasion de son second emploi dans un garage de Los Angeles, il se fait remarquer en modifiant des moteurs et créant de nouvelles carrosseries, notamment sur des châssis de Ford T.

Il devient ensuite distributeur automobile à Milwaukee et son ambition étant sans limites, il cherche dès 1924 à acheter une marque automobile.

A l'époque, la firme Auburn Automobile Company est au bord de la banqueroute.

Les investisseurs bancaires de Chicago qui contrôlent la marque proposent à E.L.

Cord la direction de l'entreprise.

Ce dernier réclame et obtient le contrôle total de l'entreprise, ainsi que 20% des profits et l'option de racheter la marque dès qu'elle retrouverait l'équilibre.

Vu l'état de l'entreprise, les banquiers sont contraint d'acc...

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£110,105

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£110,105

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£110,105

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