In production for nearly two decades starting in 1931, the Lincoln Model K was one of the most exclusive vehicles produced in the United States during the Thirties, competing with offerings from Cadillac, Chrysler, Packard, Pierce-Arrow, and Deusenberg.

With this elegant and long-running model, Lincoln debuted a V-12 engine that would become a mainstay for the marque.

Offering more than 15 different body styles over many model years, customization was a key attribute of the Model K, with bodywork coming from such noted coachbuilders as Brunn, Judkins, LeBaron, and Willoughby.

For 1937, no less than 17 variants were offered, with several—including this seven-passenger Touring phaeton—produced in extremely small numbers.

The Lincoln Model K Touring with coachwork by Willoughby offered here is believed to be one of seven produced for 1937 and one of only three known surviving examples.

According to a previous owner, Sam Kingston, this seven-passenger touring was built for Russell Lef...