1937 Lincoln Model K Convertible

The Lincoln K series (also called the Lincoln Model K, in line with Ford nomenclature) is a luxury vehicle that was produced by the Lincoln Motor Company. The second motor line produced by the company, the Model K was developed from the Model L, including a modernized chassis on a longer wheelbase.

Lincoln built just 133 12-cylinder Model K examples in 1937, the last year for the exclusive, luxurious model produced since 1933. No fewer than 21 different body designs were available from Brunn, Willoughby, Judkins and LeBaron, with all but three built in single-digit quantities. That number included the two-passenger coupe by LeBaron, of which just four are thought to have been built.

In 1937, for the first time the Lincoln V12 was fitted with hydraulic valve lifters. The Lincoln’s new styling changes incorporated the headlights into the front fenders, giving the Lincoln a more rounded and smooth look. This was the last major change for the K series.

This 1937 Lincoln Model K Convertible is a 363A model built upon a 145″ wheelbase. Furthermore, it sports the highly competent 414 ci V-12 motor, coupled with a three-speed manual gearbox—the last adaptation of the K-Series before it was superseded by the Continental. The ostentatious coachwork by LeBaron coachbuilders over the 2-door convertible sedan, renders the motorcar an imposing and impressive standard-bearer for the Lincoln brand, with its restyled butterfly grille, teardrop headlights, spilt windshield, dual side-mounted covered wheels, and elegant greyhound hood ornament.

Although the Model K-Series did not sell as well as Lincoln would have liked, it was a remarkable set of vehicles. Despite the high price tags, classic car enthusiasts proclaim few vehicles ever matched their quality, which proves Ford always yearned to create the best.

This particular example of the elegant Model K-Series body style is a former Classic Car Club of America first place winner and has won various local and regional shows. As noted during a recent inspection, the paint on the car is beginning to show some signs of age as there is evidence of some crazing and a few blemishes. This Brunn bodied Lincoln is recognized as a ‘Full Classic’ by the Classic Car Club of America and is therefore eligible for many of the club sponsored events.