£84,031
1935 Auburn 851 Phaeton
Bring A Trailer • US • 3 Jul 2026
Market Position:
Mid-Market
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£84,031
1935 Auburn 851 Phaeton
US • 3 Jul 2026
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1935 Auburn 851 Phaeton has undergone a significant refurbishment with a repaint, interior re-trim, and mechanical overhauls, making it a compelling classic.
It features desirable options like a dual-ratio rear axle and automatic starting system, presented with ACD Club certification.
Condition
8
The car underwent a refurbishment including a repaint, interior re-trim, and overhauls of the engine, transmission, and rear axle. While components were rebuilt or replaced, the listing mentions 'total mileage is unknown' and the odometer shows only 1,465 miles since refurbishment, suggesting it's not pristine but is in excellent, well-maintained condition after recent work.
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1,465 miles
L84154
LHD
United States
Manual
38-001
1935
Auction
£84,031
1935 Auburn 851 Phaeton
Bring A Trailer • US • 3 Jul 2026
Market Position:
Mid-Market
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Description
TMU 280ci Lycoming Straight-Eight Three-Speed Manual Transmission Dual-Ratio Rear Axle Black Paint w/ Red Accents Red Leather Upholstery Beige Convertible Top Red-Painted Wire Wheels Four-Wheel Hydraulic Brakes Startix Automatic Starting System ACD Club Certification This 1935 Auburn 851 phaeton is said to have spent its life in the Pacific Northwest, where it was purchased in 1979 by a collector who retained it for 25 years until his passing.
The car was then purchased by its current owner, who commissioned a refurbishment that is said to have included a repaint in black with red accents, a re-trim of the interior in red leather, and overhauls of the 280ci Lycoming straight-eight, three-speed manual transmission, and Columbia dual-ratio rear axle.
Additional features include four-wheel hydraulic drum brakes, red-painted 16” wire wheels, dual side-mount spares, a Startix automatic starting system, a beige convertible top, and a rotary-dial radio.
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Price Analysis vs Other 851s
£42,963
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£114,436
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£996,950
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