Chassis No. H46290

Body No. 36H720112

The Lincoln-Zephyr, introduced in 1936, evolved from John Tjaarda's innovative rear-engined Sterkenburg concept studies of the late 1920s to a production version by Ford. While the engine was shifted to the front for manufacturing feasibility, the advanced bridge-truss integral frame persisted, showcasing a balance between performance, handling, and engineering innovation. To uphold the Lincoln legacy, a V12 engine based on the Ford V8 was developed, offering a smooth and powerful driving experience, positioning the Lincoln-Zephyr as a luxury contender in its time. Bridging the gap between the Ford V8 De Luxe and the Lincoln Model K, it competed against rivals like the Chrysler Airflow, LaSalle, and the Packard One-Twenty, delivering a unique blend of style, performance, and comfort expected by Lincoln owners.

Assembled on 29 October 1937, this magnificent Lincoln-Zephyr Coupe underwent a comprehensive restoration reportedly exceeding $150,000 in 2007 by noted marque specialist Kevin Westmoreland of Performance Restoration in Cleveland, Georgia. Westmoreland's exceptional quality of work is evidenced by its subsequent accolades, including Best of Show and the prestigious Peter Gregory Award for Best in Class at the Lincoln-Zephyr Owners Club Nationals in Indiana, complemented by both AACA Junior and Senior honors in 2007. Following its restoration, the car entered the renowned Dingman Collection-an exceptional assortment of over 50 vehicles belonging to Michael Dingman, a former Ford Motor Company Director for over 21 years, who was particularly exacting in the high caliber of the restorations in his collection.

The car then passed to the Academy of Art University Collection in 2012, where its impeccable show field record continued with a Third in Class (D-3, Lincoln-Zephyr & Continental) at the 2013 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance. Since then, the restoration has maintained a superb overall presentation. Finished in deep black with immaculate beige Bedford cord upholstery, the car retains its distinctive Art Deco-inspired central instrumentation, grey-finished dashboard, simulated woodgrain window frames, and Ford Safety Glass throughout. Grey-brown carpeting and tan headlining complete the factory-correct cabin. The restoration's attention to detail extends to the proper Firestone Deluxe Champion whitewall tires in 7.00-16 specification, as well as an optional Colombia rear axle. Please note that a recent inspection by a Broad Arrow Auction Specialist has revealed a crack in the engine block that will require attention before a return to the road.

This rare Coupe, one of approximately 2,600 manufactured in 1938, stands as a masterfully restored example of Lincoln's streamlined masterpiece. It is offered with a spare, tool kit, and jack.