Sold | 1927 Lincoln Model L L-152 5-Passenger Sedan

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£20,804 (Est: £22,650 - £30,200)

1927 Lincoln Model L L-152 5-Passenger Sedan

United States • 13 Jun 2026 • Lot 33

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This 1927 Lincoln Model L L-152 5-Passenger Sedan, designed by Dietrich, is a rare survivor in largely original and unrestored condition. It boasts a fascinating ownership history with LaVere Redfield, a Reno millionaire, and is presented as a quality example of a 1927 luxury car, making it a unique find for collectors.

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The car is described as 'largely original and unrestored' and a 'rare survivor that has been preserved for decades without ever being restored'. This indicates excellent original condition with minimal wear and tear expected for a vehicle of its age that has not undergone restoration. It is presented as a quality example of a luxury car.

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357.8ci 60° L-Head V-8 Single Stromberg Updraft Carburetor 90bhp at 2,800rpm Three-Speed Manual Transmission Live Axles with Semi-Elliptical Leaf Springs Four-Wheel Mechanical Drum Brakes * Largely original and unrestored * Coachwork designed by Raymond Dietrich * Quality design, materials and manufacture * Fascinating LaVere Redfield ownership legend THE LINCOLN MODEL L The acquisition made no business sense: Lincolns were stodgy, expensive and did not sell well.

But the 60° V-8 engine that Henry Leland created for his luxury Lincoln motor cars in 1920 appealed to Henry Ford enough to consummate an acquisition.

Possibly born from a desire to give Henry's only son, Edsel, something to do so that he would not be at Ford pushing sleek, custom built coachwork for cars costing an entry level $500.

Edsel Ford brought a sense of style, design and luxury to its bodies that Leland had overlooked.

Coachwork was supplied by the cream of the coachbuilding crop like Judkins, Locke, Willoughby,...