Auburn

8-88

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To be OFFERED AT AUCTION at Worldwide Auctioneers' The Auburn Auction, August 28-28.  

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To be OFFERED AT AUCTION at Worldwide Auctioneers' The Auburn Auction, August 28-28.  When Errett Lobban Cord joined Auburn as general manager in 1924, the company was in the doldrums, making more cars than it could sell and heading for bankruptcy. From the moment Cord arrived; however, the company's fortunes improved markedly. After some Cord-inspired re-styling, Auburn sales picked up and the stage was set for the creation of a new automotive empire. In 1925, Cord arranged for Lycoming straight-eight engines to be installed in the existing six-cylinder chassis and instigated a re-styling program that saw the new-for-'25 Auburns featuring two-tone color schemes and a novel belt-line that swept up over the bonnet. Sales doubled for three consecutive years and, in 1926, Cord became president of the Auburn Automobile Company. The 1932 Auburn featured a 100 HP, 268.6-cubic-inch L-head inline eight-cylinder engine with single two-barrel Schebler carburetor and Startix system, three-speed manual transmission with Dual Ratio two-speed rear axle, solid front and live rear axles with semi-elliptic leaf springs, and four-wheel Steeldraulic drum brakes.    The eight-cylinder Auburns were soon challenging Stutz for the accolade of 'America's fastest'. Al Leamy drove an 8-115 Speedster at 108.46 mph over the measured mile at Daytona in 1928 and went on to take the 24-hour record at Atlantic City Speedway. Not only were they outstanding performers, but the eight-cylinder Auburns also represented exceptional value for the money. At $1,395, the top-of-the-range '31 Speedster was less than half the price of the equivalent Stutz. 'More car for the money than the public has ever seen,' enthused Business Week magazine.    At the height of the Classic Era, few automobiles provided such affordable elegance as the Auburn. Particularly desirable are the 1932 and 1933 models, which combined the classic, subtle elegance of Alan Leamy's design with the new 'Dual Ratio' rear axle. This feature offered the driver a choice of high or low ratio in any of the three forward gears, which were selectable by adjusting a lever while driving below 40 mph. It functioned by operating a vacuum-actuated clutch that locked or released a planetary gear set that was housed in the rear differential, creating the two possible output ratios and, in essence, a very rudimentary six-speed transmission. Eight-cylinder Auburns with Dual Ratio rears are among the most pleasurable driving cars of their time and today, they represent an outstanding performance bargain, just as they did when new.    This stylish 1932 Auburn is well-known to Auburn-Cord-Duesenberg members as the 'Edden Victoria'. The one-off design was created by Edden Body LLC. It was purchased new as a 'shell' according to ACD historians and shipped to Edden Body Works of Indianapolis, Indiana.  The first owner took delivery from Edden in early 1933. The body was lowered and given a 'custom look' from new by Edden Body Works. While early ownership history remains unknown, Ed Stoudt of Lancaster, Pennsylvania purchased this Auburn in the mid-1970s from a long-term owner. Coined the 'Edden Victoria', it would be sold alongside his other antique and classic cars during his estate sale in 2021. Under Stoudt's ownership, the Edden Victoria was treated to a restoration performed by the noted restoration specialists at Horsepower Enterprises of Lancaster, Pennsylvania. As a result, this matching-numbers Auburn is an exceptionally well-sorted and well-mannered car. Its current enthusiastic owners have participated in numerous tours and hill climbs. The restoration remains highly attractive, riding on classic wooden artillery wheels, with a beautiful body finish and an elegant leather interior that is comfortable and inviting.    Eight-cylinder Auburns are renowned for their superb performance and almost-modern drivability, which is why so many Auburn Cord Duesenberg Club members love to drive them. This car is ideal for ACD Club, CCCA, and of course AACA events, or for continued touring with confidence by its next caretaker.

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To be OFFERED AT AUCTION at Worldwide Auctioneers' The Auburn Auction, August 28-28. From the Gene Davenport Estate Often referred to as the Art Deco era, the 1920s and '30s produced some of the most visually striking automobiles ever built; true works of rolling art. However, these elegant creations frequently lacked the creature comforts expected in today's vehicles. Seeking to close the gap between style and modern convenience, Michael Akins of Speedster Motorcars in Indianapolis began designing his own interpretations of the iconic 1935 and 1936 Auburn Boattail Speedsters. His goal was to combine the timeless beauty of those original designs with the comfort and performance features of contemporary automobiles.    A lifelong passion, at a young age Akins worked under David Samuels at Antique Autos of America, which later became Southeastern Replicas and at the time was the largest distributor for California custom coach replica boattail speedsters in the country. Honing his skills throughout the '70s, '80s, and into the '90s, Akins decided to open his own shop in the 2000s, one that not only built these stunning speedster bodies, but one that infused them with modern-day creature comforts and everyday drivability components. Today, Speedster Motorcars builds are regarded as the most sought-after modern Auburn Speedsters.     Titled as a 2005, this 1936 Auburn Boattail Speedster Replica was ordered new by the late Gene Davenport, a lifelong car enthusiast, Auburn Cord Duesenberg Museum board member, and ACD Club member. Used at various events and shows, Gene was a familiar face at the annual ACD Club Reunion in Auburn, Indiana over Labor Day weekend in this Boattail Speedster. The smooth, sculpted, lightweight fiberglass body is finished in a sharp black over a rich cognac leather interior that was completed by Interiors by Shannon. Built on a tubular steel chassis with a 126-inch wheelbase, it offers a smooth ride thanks to its coil spring suspension and 72-spoke Dayton wire wheels wrapped in wide whitewall tires. Its drivability and everyday usability are furthered thanks to its plethora of touring comforts, which includes power rack and pinion steering, power four-wheel disc brakes, air-conditioning, a power bench seat, windshield wipers, Stewart-Warner gauges, a disappearing folding black convertible top, and a modern AM/FM stereo system.     Under the long hood that boasts the flowing simulated supercharged pipes, the modern-day touches only get better, as this Speedster features a Vortec 5.3-liter V-8 engine that produces 295 horsepower, more than enough to reach modern-day speeds. Backed by a 4L60E automatic transmission that is displayed to look like a manual floor-mounted shifter, this Auburn can be enjoyed and driven by just about anyone who wishes to get behind the wheel.     Sculpted by one of the best in the business to mirror the globally admired and desired Auburn Boattail Speedsters from the Art Deco era, this example retains the best of both worlds and awaits to be enjoyed by just its second owner from new and further used at events, shows, and future ACD Club gatherings.

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8-98

To be OFFERED AT AUCTION at Worldwide Auctioneers' The Auburn Auction, August 28-28.  The 1931 Auburn 8-98A Cabriolet emerged during a golden era of American automotive design, when manufacturers like Auburn, Cord, and Duesenberg, under the vision of E.L. Cord, sought to combine luxury, performance, and advanced engineering at a price that defied the Depression-era odds. Auburn had made a name for itself by offering stylish, high-quality vehicles at a value, and by 1931, the company was refining its lineup with sharper styling and improved mechanicals. The 8-98A represented one of Auburn's most appealing offerings, pairing a rakish convertible body with the proven Lycoming straight-eight engine.    Rated at 98 horsepower, the Lycoming eight gave the 8-98A spirited performance, and when coupled with Auburn's distinctive styling, complete with dual side-mounted spares, flowing fenders, and a folding soft top, the car was an undeniable standout. The design was heavily influenced by Chief Stylist, Alan Leamy, who brought a flair to Auburn's lineup that rivaled far more expensive marques. Auburn's focus on color, chrome, and proportion made even their most affordable models look far more costly than they were.    The 8-98A Cabriolet offered the freedom of open-air motoring with the practicality of roll-up windows and a snug-fitting convertible top. It was positioned as a car for the stylish professional or upwardly mobile family, delivering impressive value without compromising on elegance or engineering. The robust chassis and reliable drivetrain made these cars both drivable and durable, which helps explain why they remain popular with collectors today. In an era when many automakers were retreating or folding entirely, Auburn charged ahead with bold styling, strong engines, and unbeatable pricing. The 1931 Auburn 8-98A Cabriolet exemplifies the brand's brief but brilliant high point, an affordable luxury car that continues to captivate enthusiasts with its Art Deco charm.    Offered in a highly attractive polychrome red livery, this 1931 Auburn 8-98A Cabriolet is well known among the Auburn Cord Duesenberg Club faithful and has been lovingly cared for and expertly restored. Known in the collector car hobby as 'The McCleary Special,' this Auburn was purchased by William E. McCleary on October 8th, 1988, from a long-term California-based owner. Under McCleary's care, he commenced a comprehensive concours level restoration that was completed in 1995. Every nut and bolt were tended to, resulting in a stunning outcome. Under his care until 2023, through the years he decided to improve its touring capabilities. Not changing its originality, as it still retains its original engine, chassis, and coachwork, he installed power steering, the brakes were converted to hydraulic with a dual master cylinder, twin Stromberg carburetors were added for extra horsepower, and an electric fan for cooling. Retaining its original looks, all the touring upgrades are concealed under the hood. Features that further this Auburn's beauty include desirable Trippe dual fog lights, color-matched wire wheels, dual side-mounted spares, and a nicely fitted black convertible soft top.     A participant in several ACD Club and CCCA events and tours, this special 8-98A Auburn stands ready to be further enjoyed on various noted events. Well known in the collector car hobby and under the stewardship of its long-term owner who commenced the concours level restoration, this Auburn would be a delightful example to show off in one's collection or at future Auburn Cord Duesenberg Club and other classic car events held around the globe.

8-100 A

To be OFFERED AT AUCTION at Worldwide Auctioneers' The Auburn Auction, August 28-28.  The 1931 Auburn 8-100A Boattail Speedster is an exquisite embodiment of the Roaring Twenties' bold spirit and the early Thirties' refined elegance. A masterpiece of automotive design, this Auburn stands as a testament to America's Golden Age of Motoring, a time when style and performance were as much a priority as engineering excellence.    Crafted under the visionary leadership of Errett Lobban Cord, Auburn automobiles were designed to rival the finest marques of their era. The 8-100A Boattail Speedster, with its sweeping fenders, dramatic tapering tail, and exquisitely sculpted lines, was an instant icon. Not merely just an artistic triumph but also a formidable performer on the open road, power was delivered by a 268.6-cubic-inch straight-eight Lycoming engine, producing a robust 100 horsepower. As an 'A' series, it is equipped with a dual-range overdrive rear axle. Among the early innovations in the 1932 Auburn Speedster were the automatic Startix starter, automatic chassis lubrication, adjustable shocks, early six-speed gears and four-wheel Steeldraulic drum brakes. Today, the 1932 Auburn 8-100A Boattail Speedster remains one of the most coveted pre-war American classics, revered for its artistry, engineering, and the effortless glamour it exudes. It is a rolling sculpture, an enduring symbol of an era when automobiles were as much about elegance as they were about innovation.    Well known among the Auburn Cord Duesenberg Club-faithful, this 'Big 8' 1932 Auburn 8-100A Boattail Speedster is pinned with known and documented ownership history that traces back to the 1960s. ACD Club certified A-017, it is one of the earliest known Auburns to be certified by the Club, being number 17. Retaining all of its major original components, body, engine, chassis, and transmission, this example is also noted to still have its original number stampings present in the passenger side wood seals, seldom seen indeed.    Owned by well-known and noted Chicago collector Joe Bortz in the '60s, he would sell this Speedster to its long-term caretaker and known ACD Club member, the late Raymond L. Cloud of Pennsylvania in 1966. A frequent and familiar participant at ACD Club events, regularly driving this example from Pennsylvania to Auburn, Indiana, for the annual club reunion over Labor Day weekend, this Speedster became a stable at gatherings. Owned by Mr. Cloud for an astonishing 44 years, this Speedster was his pride and joy and was often mentioned in the ACD Club Newsletters. A member of the Auburn Cord Duesenberg Club for 47 years, Mr. Cloud would pass away in 2010, and ownership of his beloved Speedster would go to his family. The family would then sell this Auburn to Wayne Carini, who would then pass it on to the current noted collector that has owned an array of impressive Boattail Speedsters and Duesenberg Model Js.     As noted on the ACD Club Certification, this example retains an original speedster body that is cloaked in a mellowed white paint with green accents over a green leather interior. The body panels are solid with good fitment and are complemented by green wire wheels wrapped in new Firestone whitewall tires that match the body and interior. Features are plentiful and entail dual enclosed side-mounted spares integrated into the front fenders, dual cowl lights, dual Pilot Ray driving lights, a passenger side golf club bag door, and a streamlined rakish windshield. The Lycoming straight-eight engine and three-speed manual transmission are mechanically sorted and will allow its next fortunate owner to continue touring it and attending ACD Club events.     There are very few authentic Auburn Speedsters in existence and fewer still with their original wood stamp. Never before offered at public auction, this 1932 Auburn 8-100A Boattail Speedster is an extraordinary opportunity to acquire a highly original, well-documented, limited ownership, certified example that is widely regarded as one of the most desirable pre-war automobiles ever crafted in America.

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