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£290,940 (Est: £279,960 - £354,616)

1929 Auburn 120 Eight “Boattail” Speedster

United States • 7 Mar 2026 • Lot 210

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AI Listing Summary

This is a rare "Big Eight" Speedster, one of only eight believed to survive, with a fully documented restoration. Its provenance includes ownership by legendary boxer Johnny Risko, making it an ideal acquisition for collectors interested in ACD Club, AACA, and CCCA events.

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Condition 

9

The car has undergone a "highly detailed and factory-correct restoration" and has won multiple awards, including ACD Club First Senior and AACA Senior Grand National First Place Award, indicating it's in near-perfect condition with only minor signs of use.

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Transmission:

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Odometer:

1,976 miles

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RHD/LHD:

LHD

Desirable “Big Eight” Speedster, featuring the 120-horsepower 298.6 cu-in eight-cylinder engine.

One of approximately 55 \"Big Eight” Speedsters built, of which just eight examples are thought to survive.

Purchased new and driven for a quarter-century by legendary boxer Johnny Risko.

Highly detailed and factory-correct restoration completed by the Auburn Cord Duesenberg Company.

ACD Club First Senior awarded in 2021 and AACA Senior Grand National First Place Award achieved in 2025.

Ideal for future ACD Club, AACA, and CCCA events.

Points of note

£19,500

Lowest Price (Since 2020)

£102,258

Median Price (Since 2020)

£290,940

Highest Price (Since 2020)

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