RM Dallas Preview – 600HP V12 1939 Lincoln Zephyr Coupe

By Tom Burkart on November 2, 2014, 11 am

The upcoming Sam Pack collection sale from RM Auctions in Dallas is shaping up to be a big mover and shaker in the world of American classics.

As a follow-up to the cool Lincoln concept cars article, here is perhaps the most stunning Lincoln in years: a 1939 custom Zephyr Coupe. The waterfall grille design shown here is perhaps the best-known Lincoln design theme aside from the 1961 Lincoln Continental of JFK fame.

The fact that modern Lincolns wear this aesthetic is no coincidence.

A ground-up restoration and customization sees the original engine replaced by a 6.0-liter V12 pushing 600-horsepower, This Cosworth engine is similar in size and scale to the Aston Martin V12 — surely providing power and burn-outs that no Deuce coupe could ever match.

The style of the Zephyr is greatly enhanced by Pack’s ultra-low conversion and impeccable exterior finishes. Inside, things are far more original — making this the ultimate in rest0-modded pre-war Americana.

1939 Lincoln Zephyr Coupe

RM Auctions Sam Pack Collection

14 – 15 November 2014

Lot 172 – 1939 Lincoln-Zephyr Coupe Custom

To be auctioned on Saturday, November 15, 2014

Without Reserve

$175,000 – $225,000

Chassis no. H-75869

600 bhp, 5,935 cc DOHC Cosworth V-12 engine, four-speed overdrive Hydra-Matic transmission, independent front suspension, live rear axle with air springs, and four-wheel power disc brakes. Wheelbase: 125 in.

Lovely Lincoln-Zephyr Custom
Potent 600-brake horsepower Cosworth V-12 engine
Technological tour de force

Tom Burkart

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