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The Richard Burdick Collection.<br />

The Richard Burdick Collection Auction.<br />

87 Vehicles. No Reserve.<br />

<strong>March</strong> 3, <strong>2012</strong> <strong>·</strong> The Rosanky Central Texas Museum of Automotive History<br />

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1933 Duesenberg Model J,<br />

Body by Franay, “Sunroof” Sport<br />

Berline Sedan “Queen of Di<strong>am</strong>onds”


The Richard Burdick Collection.<br />

1934 Duesenberg Model SJ<br />

Four-Door Phaeton<br />

in the Style of Derh<strong>am</strong><br />

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The Richard Burdick Collection.<br />

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The Central Texas Museum of<br />

Automotive History was founded by<br />

Dick Burdick in 1980 as a 501(c)3 non-profit<br />

educational foundation and was dedicated to the<br />

collection, restoration and preservation of historic automobiles,<br />

accessories and related memorabilia. It is over 40,000 square feet, climate<br />

controlled building and rests on approximately five acres.<br />

The collection traces the development of the automobile and its effect<br />

on the social and economic climate of much of the world. It traces the<br />

evolution from the high wheelers and ste<strong>am</strong> buggies of the turn of the century<br />

through the boxy utilitarian cars of the late teens and twenties, the classic<br />

era of the late 20’s, 30’s and 40’s, the dre<strong>am</strong> machines and land yachts<br />

of the 50’s, 60’s and 70’s, as well as the transition of the highly efficient<br />

aerodyn<strong>am</strong>ic<br />

sport and passenger cars.<br />

It is a one-of-a-kind collection that began with the first vehicle<br />

Mr. Burdick purchased in 1970 and a destination<br />

for anyone with a love for collector vehicles<br />

and the automotive industry’s glory days.


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<strong>March</strong> 3, <strong>2012</strong> <strong>·</strong> <strong>10</strong> <strong>am</strong><br />

The Rosanky Central Texas Museum<br />

of Automotive History<br />

2502 Highway 304 <strong>·</strong> Smithville, Texas<br />

San Antonio<br />

281<br />

281<br />

290<br />

90<br />

35<br />

Austin<br />

To Dallas<br />

PREVIEW<br />

February 17 through <strong>March</strong> 2, <strong>2012</strong><br />

<strong>10</strong>:00 <strong>am</strong> to 5:00 pm (Sundays, noon to 5:00 pm).<br />

Call 866.495.8111 to schedule an appointment.<br />

The Richard Burdick Collection.<br />

Bastrop<br />

304 Smithville<br />

535<br />

La Grange<br />

ROSANKY 304<br />

<strong>10</strong><br />

To Houston<br />

71<br />

71<br />

90<br />

RICHARD (DICK) BURDICK<br />

Founder, Central Texas Museum of Automotive History<br />

When one begins to describe Dick Burdick of San Marcos, Texas many words come to<br />

mind, successful businessman, avid classic car collector, museum curator, community<br />

leader are only a few of the accolades Burdick has earned during his over 50 years<br />

in business. He is the founder of Thermon Industries, a powerhouse in the heat<br />

tracing business which provides products and services that keep liquids at specific<br />

temperatures. Burdick built the company into a global force with offices throughout<br />

the United States in Texas, California, Delaware, Louisiana and North Carolina.<br />

International manufacturing and engineering offices are in 12 other countries,<br />

including India, Japan, New Zealand and Russia.<br />

Aside from his established corporate career, Burdick’s passion for collecting classic<br />

cars has resulted in him owning one of the best car collections in the world. It is<br />

so extensive that he opened two museums over his years of collecting, the Central<br />

Texas Museum of Automotive History which opened in 1981 in Bastrop County near<br />

Rosanky, Texas and Dick’s Classic Garage in San Marcos, Texas which he opened<br />

in 2009. His stories about each car are as entertaining and interesting as the cars<br />

themselves. Burdick began collecting in 1948 when he purchased a yellow 1948 Buick<br />

Roadmaster convertible after he got out of the Army. Although he sold that automobile<br />

he was bitten by the classic car collecting bug and the rest is history. Burdick continues<br />

to enjoy a long relationship with Boy Scouts of America, having risen to the top ranks<br />

and served in many post that have taken him around the world on behalf of BSA.<br />

Burdick is married to Johnnie Burdick and they have 6 children.<br />

DANIEL KRUSE, CAI<br />

Chairman/Auctioneer, <strong>Dan</strong> <strong>Kruse</strong> <strong>Classics</strong><br />

TxE 7674<br />

<strong>Dan</strong>iel <strong>Kruse</strong> is an auctioneer, successful businessman and collector with over 40 years<br />

experience. N<strong>am</strong>ed by Auction World Magazine as one of the top “Most Influential<br />

Auctioneers” in the world, <strong>Kruse</strong> combines a spirit for collecting with an incredible<br />

wealth of knowledge regarding the industry. <strong>Kruse</strong> began his auction career at the age<br />

of 18 in Auburn, Indiana. He later moved to San Antonio, Texas where he has been for<br />

the last 30 years. <strong>Kruse</strong> currently oversees <strong>Dan</strong> <strong>Kruse</strong> <strong>Classics</strong>, a collector classic car<br />

auction house and <strong>Kruse</strong> Asset Management, a private brokerage firm specializing<br />

in oilfield equipment. During his 40+ years as an auctioneer, <strong>Dan</strong>iel has converted<br />

billions at auction throughout the world and has represented museums, collectors,<br />

classic car owners and automobile enthusiasts while providing appraisals, sales,<br />

liquidations and advice.<br />

<strong>Dan</strong> <strong>Kruse</strong> <strong>Classics</strong> is a f<strong>am</strong>ily-owned collector car auction company located in San<br />

Antonio, Texas. DKC has been responsible for successful collector car sales since 1972.<br />

Each year the company participates in multiple auction events in Texas and the U.S.<br />

<strong>Dan</strong> <strong>Kruse</strong> <strong>Classics</strong> is privately held and is managed by <strong>Dan</strong> as well as his daughters<br />

Tiffany, Tedra and Tara.<br />

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87 Vehicles. No Reserve. 92 Total.<br />

Over <strong>10</strong>0 Museum Collectibles & Memorabilia.<br />

CHECK-oUt<br />

All vehicles and collectibles must be off property by 5 pm Monday, <strong>March</strong> 5<br />

BUyER’S PREMIUM<br />

<strong>10</strong>% on Vehicles <strong>·</strong> 15% on Collectibles<br />

BIDDER’S REGIStRAtIoN<br />

$<strong>10</strong>0.00 (includes 2 entrance passes). Please read terms and conditions of sale on website.<br />

Cash buyers require a $2,500 cash deposit when registering to bid. Acceptable forms of payment<br />

are cash, cashier’s checks, JJ Best financing, and personal/business checks accompanied by an<br />

irrevocable bank letter of guarantee.<br />

FINANCING<br />

J.J. Best Banc & Co. 800<strong>·</strong>872<strong>·</strong>1965 <strong>·</strong> jjbest.com<br />

BIDDING oPtIoNS<br />

Absentee as well as telephone bidding is available. Please call for details.<br />

MAJoR CREDIt CARDS<br />

Major credit cards may be used to purchase memorabilia items ONLY. We regret we will not be<br />

able to expect credit cards for vehicle purchases. (See acceptable forms of payment above.)<br />

tRANSPoRtAtIoN<br />

Contact Passport Transport at 800.325.4267<br />

CLoSESt AIRPoRtS<br />

From Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)<br />

From airport start out west on Presidential Blvd. Take Presidential Blvd toward Ticketing/<br />

Curbside Check-in. Keep right and at the fork, continue on Presidential Blvd. Merge onto<br />

TX-71-E and proceed for approximately 19.9 miles. Take the r<strong>am</strong>p toward TX-304 S/Ed Burleson<br />

Lane and stay straight to go onto TX-71 W. Turn slight right onto TX-304 for approximately<br />

12.2 miles. The museum is at 2502 Highway 304. Look for posted signs.<br />

From San Antonio International (SAt)<br />

From airport start out going south on Airport Blvd toward S Terminal Dr. Turn left onto<br />

NE I-4<strong>10</strong> Loop. Merge into I-4<strong>10</strong> E/I-4<strong>10</strong> Loop S toward San Antonio which is approximately<br />

3.4 miles, then keep left to take I-4<strong>10</strong> S/I-4<strong>10</strong> Loop S via Exit 163. Merge onto I-<strong>10</strong> E via Exit 33<br />

and proceed toward Houston for approximately 62.3 miles.<br />

At Exit 642 (TX-304) go towards Bastrop/Gonzales. This will be a left turn. Proceed on TX-304 for<br />

approximately 23.2 miles to the museum at 2502 Highway 304. Look for posted signs.<br />

The Richard Burdick Collection.<br />

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PRIVAtE AVIAtIoN<br />

Smithville Crawford Muni Airport (84R) 4,000’ x 75’ runway<br />

Giddings-Lee County Airport<br />

Fayette Regional Air Center Airport<br />

Lockhart Municipal Airport<br />

Taylor Municipal Airport<br />

HoSt HotELS<br />

H<strong>am</strong>pton Inn & Suites 512.321.2898 Holiday Inn Express Bastrop 512.321.1900<br />

240 S Hasler Blvd 491 Agnes Street<br />

Bastrop, Texas 78602 Bastrop, Texas 78602<br />

AREA HotELS<br />

Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort & Spa Comfort Suites Bastrop 512.321.3377<br />

512.308.1234 505 Agnes Street<br />

9575 Hyatt Lost Pines Road Bastrop, Texas 78602<br />

Lost Pines, Texas 78612<br />

Hilton Austin Airport 800.230.4134 Best Western Bastrop Pines Inn<br />

(Approximately 29 minutes from museum) 512.321.0900<br />

9515 Hotel Dr <strong>10</strong>7 Hunters Crossing Blvd<br />

Austin, Texas 78719 Bastrop, Texas 78602<br />

AREA BED & BREAKFAStS<br />

Pecan Street Inn 512.321.3315 Blue Herron 512.789.9597<br />

<strong>10</strong><strong>10</strong> Pecan Street 583 Union Chapel Road<br />

Bastrop, Texas 78602 Cedar Creek, Texas 78612<br />

Magnolia Inn on Main 512.303.1140 Elm Street Inn 512.581.1341<br />

703 Main Street The historic Manlove/Ch<strong>am</strong>bers House<br />

Bastrop, Texas 78602 502 Elm Street <strong>·</strong> Bastrop, Texas 78602<br />

FooD & BEVERAGE<br />

Private vendors will be available throughout the day for your pleasure.<br />

PRoVENANCE oF VEHICLES & tERMS & CoNDItIoN oF SALE<br />

All items are sold “As Is, Where Is, With All Faults” and without guarantee or warranty of any<br />

kind, either expressed or implied. Information in this brochure and on the website has been<br />

generated by the seller and representatives from <strong>Dan</strong> <strong>Kruse</strong> <strong>Classics</strong>, and is merely a guide,<br />

subject to change and neither <strong>Dan</strong> <strong>Kruse</strong> <strong>Classics</strong>, the seller, it’s advertising agency, nor<br />

publishers shall be liable for errors. Please preview the vehicles prior to the auction.<br />

NEED ASSISTANCE? We are here to help!<br />

Contact Tiffany <strong>Kruse</strong> at tiffany@kruseclassics.com or 866<strong>·</strong>495<strong>·</strong>8111.<br />

TxE 7674 <strong>Dan</strong>iel J. <strong>Kruse</strong>, CAI, Chief Auctioneer<br />

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Lot No. 1<br />

1901 Holsman Model #54 “High<br />

Wheeler” Rear Entrance touring Car<br />

5 HP, Horizontally Opposed 2 Cylinder Engine,<br />

Rope Drive<br />

Chassis No. 1598<br />

One of the most successful early brands of horseless carriage<br />

in the USA was Holsman, who offered a relatively powerful<br />

engine for the day and with its tall, high wheel stance,<br />

appealed to those living in the country where horse drawn<br />

buggies were able to ply through the rough roads. This<br />

ex<strong>am</strong>ple features a very rare rear entrance touring car that<br />

could seat up to three people comfortably and appears to<br />

have been restored a number of years ago. Steering is done<br />

through a tiller and braking is reported to be adequate for<br />

a car that would probably have a 15 mph maximum speed.<br />

This design inspired a number of other pioneer carmakers<br />

of the day. It is a complete vehicle that has been a member<br />

of the museum for many years. We also believe that it<br />

would qualify for a London to Brighton run. This is a rare<br />

opportunity to own a very early 20th Century<br />

motoring vehicle.<br />

Please Note: Our research indicates that this vehicle may be<br />

a 1903 model year, however the title reads 1901.<br />

The Richard Burdick Collection.<br />

Lot No. 2<br />

1903 Stanley Ste<strong>am</strong>er Model C Runabout<br />

6.5HP, 2-Cylinder Ste<strong>am</strong> Engine<br />

Chassis No. 307<br />

In the early part of the 20th Century, ste<strong>am</strong> powered cars were quite popular and in 1906, Fred W. Marriott,<br />

Stanley’s chief mechanic, piloted a ste<strong>am</strong>er to the land speed record. Established in 1901, Stanley Ste<strong>am</strong>ers bec<strong>am</strong>e<br />

the industry leader for this mode of transportation and every year saw more improvements. This vintage ex<strong>am</strong>ple<br />

was set up to handle four passengers, riding on the 28” x 3.00” tires. Front seat passengers had an unobstructed<br />

view of the road ahead and either person could steer the car through a centrally mounted tiller. With a leather<br />

front piece and fenders fashioned from wood, this little runabout could probably attain speeds in excess of 40 mph,<br />

but be wary of those ancient brakes. Wearing a smart wicker basket ready for a picnic and the vintage kerosene<br />

powered Neverout brass l<strong>am</strong>ps, the perfect car for a spin. It should be noted that this car has been idle for many<br />

years and before ste<strong>am</strong> operations, it should be completely checked out by an expert with these cars. Alternative<br />

fuel from nearly 1<strong>10</strong> years ago, this Stanley Ste<strong>am</strong>er is a rare opportunity for the discerning collector.<br />

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Lot No. 3<br />

1905 Cadillac Model F touring Car<br />

9 HP, 98.2 cid, 1 Cylinder Engine<br />

Engine No. 23306<br />

From the beginning, Cadillac’s chief engineer,<br />

Henry Leland, made sure that precision in manufacturing<br />

would result in a dependable motorcar. It might cost a<br />

little more at the start, but if a cylinder bore was more than<br />

1/<strong>10</strong>00th of an inch off, it was discarded and one a bit closer<br />

to perfection was used.<br />

With this degree of perfection it is no wonder Cadillac<br />

would become known as the Standard of the World. This<br />

delightful car appears received a full restoration a number<br />

of years ago and is complete including a pair of Orient<br />

brass lights from Dietz with a single Solar brand rear light.<br />

Mounted on the rear of the car is a spare tire ready for the<br />

eventual blowout, while electrical power was supplied via<br />

the Connecticut Telegraph & Electric company box.<br />

On display for many years in the museum, the simple<br />

mechanics of this car should make it a snap to get back on<br />

the road for some high adventure and motoring fun.<br />

The Richard Burdick Collection.<br />

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Lot No. 4<br />

1906 Bugmobile Model A Runabout<br />

1 Cylinder, 3.5 HP Briggs & Stratton Engine,<br />

Chain Drive<br />

ID No. WN60601348<br />

While the intentions of the person who n<strong>am</strong>ed this car<br />

might have been to imply that it was a motorized buggy,<br />

the final result was one that makes a person scratch their<br />

head and say why. In business for just a couple of years,<br />

the Bugmobile was headquartered in the Chicago, Illinois<br />

area, and despite its n<strong>am</strong>e employed a number of advanced<br />

design features for the day.<br />

When this car was located the original horizontally opposed<br />

two cylinder engine and final drive had been lost to the<br />

ages. Restored using locally fabricated gearing and axles<br />

and a 1980’s era B&S engine.<br />

With solid rubber tires and employing a tiller steering<br />

system this car would be a delight for anyone to own, either<br />

to use as a parade vehicle or as a display car to promote a<br />

business or organization, this is one car that won’t drive<br />

you “buggy”.<br />

Please Note: Our research indicates that this vehicle may be<br />

a 1908 model year, however the title reads 1906.<br />

Lot No. 5<br />

1906 International Harvester Auto<br />

Wagon Model A Depot Hack<br />

15 HP, 196 cid Horizontally Opposed 2-Cylinder Engine,<br />

Chain Drive<br />

Engine No. 27113EC<br />

This is a very unique and quite rare ex<strong>am</strong>ple from<br />

one of the most respected n<strong>am</strong>es in American trucks,<br />

International-Harvester located in Chicago, Illinois. When<br />

new, it was advertised to be able to carry up to 800 pounds,<br />

and from the looks of the components, we think that<br />

number is a very conservative figure. Featuring an older<br />

restoration <strong>am</strong>ong the many features of this truck is the<br />

front end sheet metal formed out of sheets of copper with<br />

one of the hood panels as well as the radiator face-plate<br />

carrying the “International” n<strong>am</strong>e in script. It also features a<br />

pair of original International brass headlights plus a vintage<br />

rubber squeeze-bulb operated Tally-O-Horn.<br />

The body appears to have been constructed at the time of<br />

restoration but much of the original supporting hardware<br />

appears to be the s<strong>am</strong>e vintage as the engine and chassis.<br />

On those big solid rubber tires it is impossible to know<br />

where this truck might have served, but it can be assumed<br />

it had a big hand helping to build a better tomorrow for the<br />

world in the early 20th Century.<br />

Please Note: Our research indicates that this vehicle may<br />

be a 1914 to 1916 model year, however the title reads<br />

1906 International.<br />

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Lot No. 6<br />

1908 Maxwell Model LC Runabout<br />

14 HP, Horizontally Opposed 2-Cylinder Engine, 3-Speed<br />

Transmission, Chain Drive<br />

Engine No. 1705<br />

Probably one of America’s favorite early economy cars, the<br />

Maxwell was known for its simple, yet effective engineering.<br />

Considered to be light-weight, this ex<strong>am</strong>ple is perfect for a<br />

party of two. One of the first cars to use a steering wheel,<br />

it was a cozy ride, and with simple mechanics usually<br />

meant that whoever was riding in a Maxwell got to their<br />

destination safely. Founded in 1904, a tragic fire destroyed<br />

the original factory in 1907. However, before the 1908 models<br />

were ready to roll, a modern, state-of-the-art facility was<br />

up and running in New Castle, Indiana. This particular car<br />

appears to have been the subject of a quality restoration a<br />

number of years ago. On display in the museum for quite<br />

some time it appears to need little more than some TLC<br />

to get it in full running order. Fitted with original brass<br />

cowl-l<strong>am</strong>ps and a tool-box mounted on the rear deck, this<br />

car could be a lot of fun to own and drive. The Maxwell<br />

brand would remain a producer of automobiles up into<br />

the 1920’s when it was absorbed by the young Chrysler<br />

Corporation and would eventually form the basis for the<br />

Plymouth brand. For many years after Maxwell had left the<br />

automotive theme its n<strong>am</strong>e was kept alive by comedian Jack<br />

Benny, which led many collectors to add one of these iconic<br />

horseless carriages to their collection.<br />

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Lot No. 7<br />

19<strong>10</strong> Empire “The Little Aristocrat”<br />

Sportabout Model 20<br />

20 HP, In-Line 4-Cylinder “T-Head” Engine,<br />

3-Speed Transmission, Chain Drive<br />

Chassis No. 2394<br />

This car was developed by four prominent automotive<br />

pioneers including Arthur Newby, Carl Fisher, J<strong>am</strong>es Allison<br />

and Robert Hassler. Home for this new make would be<br />

Indianapolis, Indiana, and three of those gentlemen also<br />

had another business interest in town, the new Indianapolis<br />

Motor Speedway. In December 1909, after the track had been<br />

paved with bricks, the first car to take a spin on this new<br />

course was the first Empire off the line. With the looks of a<br />

more powerful sports car like a Mercer or Stutz Bearcat, this<br />

little roadster is the cat’s meow. Finished in bright yellow<br />

with black pin-stripe, it also features black leather bucket<br />

seats and its original cast aluminum step-plates. Lighting<br />

was supplied by a full Presto-lite system, another company<br />

owned by Fisher, and is fitted with Victor headlights. With<br />

12-spoke wooden wheels featuring large 33” x 4” tires, it<br />

means business. A vintage Jones Speedometer mounted on<br />

the car shows just 220 miles, which are believed to have been<br />

accumulated since the vehicle’s full restoration. Among other<br />

brass appointments are a pair of operating cowl-lights, brass<br />

horn and shifting levers plus guides. Sure to turn heads<br />

wherever it is shown, as well as appreciate in value, this is a<br />

rare opportunity to acquire a sporty edition from America’s<br />

brass era.<br />

Lot No. 8<br />

19<strong>10</strong> E-M-F Model 30 Runabout<br />

30 HP, In-Line 4-Cylinder T-Head Motor,<br />

3-Speed Transmission<br />

Engine No. 31990<br />

Taking its n<strong>am</strong>e from the first initials of the three founders<br />

last n<strong>am</strong>e, the EMF got a bad rap from the beginning<br />

by being used as an acronym for such things as “Every<br />

Mechanics Friend” or “Every Morning Fixit”. In truth, the<br />

EMF was a very good car for its day and the men behind it<br />

were tops in their field. Barney Everitt had done quite well<br />

in the early body business, Willi<strong>am</strong> Metzger’s expertise<br />

in sales had taken Cadillac to its leadership position and<br />

Walter Flanders understood production having helped<br />

Henry Ford get his company up to speed. This sharp little<br />

runabout appears to have been lovingly restored a number<br />

of years ago and is well appointed from the original EMF-30<br />

brass headlights to the Jarvis winged “Water Meter” radiator<br />

orn<strong>am</strong>ent. It is even fitted with a Haven clock and vintage<br />

Jones combination speedometer and odometer, which<br />

indicates 4,224 miles. Through a marketing agreement,<br />

Studebaker had a hand in the sales and distribution of<br />

the car and today the EMF is considered a part of that<br />

automaker’s legacy. With just a little work this car could be<br />

up and running ready for rallies or car shows, giving you a<br />

chance to buy a <strong>10</strong>2 year old legend.<br />

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Lot No. 9<br />

1911 Buick Model 14B “Buggyabout”<br />

14.2 HP, 127 cid, Horizontally Opposed 2-Cylinder Motor,<br />

3-Speed Transmission, Chain Drive<br />

Chassis No. 14B466<br />

By 1911, the Buick automobile had been established as<br />

a leader in the industry and its position within the new<br />

General Motors Corporation as a builder of quality<br />

automobiles was well-known. While most of the production<br />

was dedicated to larger 4-cylinder cars, there had been a<br />

hope to capture some of the lower-price market by keeping<br />

smaller 2-cylinder models in production. The Model 14 and<br />

14B would be the last of those efforts. Finished in gle<strong>am</strong>ing<br />

white this compact model, called the Buggyabout by Buick,<br />

appears to have been restored only a few years back.<br />

Featuring a gas lighting system, brass is quite prevalent on<br />

this car including the original radiator, which feeds each<br />

cylinder head independently, and was produced for Buick by<br />

the Rome-Turney Radiator Company. This would make an<br />

excellent addition to a collection of brass era vehicles or for<br />

the Buick collector looking for a significant member of this<br />

marque’s illustrious past.<br />

The Richard Burdick Collection.<br />

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Lot No. <strong>10</strong><br />

1912 R-C-H “Twenty‑Five” touring Car<br />

22 HP, In-Line L-Head 4-Cylinder Motor, 3-Speed<br />

Transmission, Shaft Drive<br />

Chassis No. 8460<br />

It is interesting that there are a number of early automotive<br />

founders who left the company that bore their n<strong>am</strong>e so that<br />

they could pursue the vehicle of their own design rather<br />

than that of the investors and directors. One such person<br />

was Robert C. Hupp, who had been at the forefront of the<br />

founding of Huppmobile in 1909. Based on sound designs<br />

and high production quality the new Huppmobile was a<br />

success but bigger, better, more expensive cars were ordered<br />

by the board. Hupp left and after a legal battle ended up<br />

using his initials as the n<strong>am</strong>e of his company, much as in<br />

the fashion of Ransom E. Olds or Harry C. Stutz. The new<br />

R-C-H was founded in 1912. This is one of his first ex<strong>am</strong>ples,<br />

which features an engine of his own design. It was a rather<br />

advanced car for its day with the newly developed Hanna<br />

Self Starter being one of the biggest draws, to the five l<strong>am</strong>ps<br />

being standard and demountable 32” x 3” wheels, all for a<br />

price starting at $850.<br />

This tourer appears to have been given a cosmetic restoration<br />

a number of years ago and is a former member of the<br />

Harrah’s Automobile Collection. There are very few R-C-H<br />

cars left, and this would be a rare opportunity to own a piece<br />

of unique history.<br />

Lot No. 11<br />

1913 Regal twenty Five<br />

Underslung Roadster<br />

22.5 HP, 199 cid, L-Head In-Line 4-Cylinder Engine,<br />

3-Speed Transmission, Shaft Drive<br />

Engine No. 7048<br />

Long before Buick ever used this n<strong>am</strong>e, Regal was a<br />

respected member of the automotive scene. Endurance in<br />

the early days of motoring was extremely important and<br />

the little Regal, founded in 1908, had proven itself in 1909<br />

when a model nickn<strong>am</strong>ed the Regal “Plugger”, was driven<br />

from New York to San Francisco and then across the country<br />

several more times for a total of 22,000 miles, quite a fete in<br />

the days before Interstates and paved highways. This little<br />

roadster appears to be mostly original and is built for the<br />

open road. With is low-slung chassis and body, you ride<br />

closer to the ground than most cars of its day. It appears to<br />

have had a spare tire mounted on the rear deck at one point.<br />

With its open-air seating, this is a chance for you to put on<br />

your helmet and goggles and enjoy some real motoring<br />

excitement. Finished in black with blue pinstripes and<br />

matching wood spoke wheels the uncomplicated mechanics<br />

of the day should be relatively easy to bring it up to<br />

running order.<br />

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Lot No.12<br />

1913 REo “The Fifth”<br />

Four-Door touring Car<br />

30/35 HP, In-Line F-Head 4-Cylinder Engine, 3-Speed<br />

Transmission, Shaft Drive<br />

Engine No. 44589<br />

When Ransom E. Olds left the Oldsmobile Company in<br />

1904 for “certain reasons” as a young GM’s PR department<br />

declared, he set out to build the cars he felt should be<br />

produced. He would do what few others could do and that<br />

is achieve success in his endeavors. In 1909 he introduced<br />

his first 4-cylinder model, and like many of his earlier<br />

developments this was well engineered. Olds had invested<br />

nearly a quarter-century in the business and considered<br />

this to be his “farewell” design. When the “Fifth” was put<br />

into production it featured such advancements as worm<br />

and sector steering gears with steering wheel on the left,<br />

multiple disc clutch and center shift control.<br />

This touring car was one of 7,467 produced during the<br />

1913 season, and stands as a test<strong>am</strong>ent to the quality of its<br />

construction. Given a light cosmetic restoration a number of<br />

years ago it has been an important part of the collection for<br />

over two decades. Reportedly this car has been run in recent<br />

years and with just a bit of work could be ready to ply the<br />

highways. Finished with an ivory paint job, black leather<br />

seats and with a heavy top in dark brown, it is wearing a set<br />

of 34” x 4” Firestone “Non-Skid” tires on the original wood<br />

spoke wheels. It will be giving its new owners many years<br />

of enjoyable antique motoring adventures.<br />

The Richard Burdick Collection.<br />

Lot No. 13<br />

1914 Ford Model t Roadster<br />

22.5 HP, L-Head In-Line 4-Cylinder Engine, 2-Speed<br />

Planetary Gears, Shaft Drive<br />

Engine No. 694774<br />

No other single car in history introduced the world to<br />

the adventures of motoring than Henry Ford’s Model T.<br />

As these cars bec<strong>am</strong>e more popular, he devised ways to<br />

make them cheaper to build and cheaper to own, while<br />

maintaining a level of quality and reliability. It was pretty<br />

bare-bones to say the least, but the Model T lives on today<br />

as an all-time favorite. Early models or those with brass<br />

radiators, are <strong>am</strong>ong the most desired by collectors such<br />

as this little roadster. This car appears to have been a full<br />

fr<strong>am</strong>e-off restoration with the sheet metal as straight, if<br />

not more so, than when it was new. With the body finished<br />

in olive green and fenders in black, a prettier picture of<br />

Americana would be hard to beat. On the left running board<br />

is the acetylene tank for the lights plus an expandable rack<br />

for storing items like spare cans of gas, oil or water. It is<br />

reported that this Model T has been used on a regular basis<br />

and from its gle<strong>am</strong>ing brass it looks as sharp today as it did<br />

98 years ago.<br />

Note: This car is titled as a 1914 year model but the<br />

numbers on the engine indicate it was manufactured in<br />

February 1915.<br />

Lot No. 14<br />

1914 Studebaker Series SC<br />

Roadster Custom<br />

19.6 HP, 192.4 cid, L-Head In-Line 4-Cylinder Engine,<br />

3-Speed Transmission<br />

Chassis No. 34559<br />

Bowing to the standards set by the Ford Model T, the new<br />

Chevrolet and other popular makes, 1914 saw Studebaker<br />

change their steering wheel locations from the right to the<br />

left side of the car. There were other innovations that year<br />

such as relocating the shifting lever and emergency brake<br />

control to a central position. This year all lighting was now<br />

electric as was the recently developed self-starter considered<br />

one of the biggest improvements in motoring.<br />

This interesting roadster is fitted with what was commonly<br />

called a “mother-in-law” seat, mounted in the center behind<br />

the two front bucket seats. The beauty of this car has to<br />

be its simplicity, and from our inspection it appears this<br />

car is ready to hit the open road. Finished in a deep blue<br />

with white pinstripes and black fenders, its brass-fr<strong>am</strong>ed<br />

windshield and nickel plated headlight rings provide plenty<br />

of eye appeal to this car. According to the vintage Stewart<br />

Warner speedometer mounted on the dashboard of this car<br />

it has seen 15,8<strong>10</strong> from what we believe was a restoration<br />

probably undertaken a number of years ago.<br />

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Lot No. 15<br />

1915 Metz Model “22” Roadster<br />

22 HP, L-Head In-Line 4-Cylinder Engine,<br />

Gearless Transmission<br />

Chassis No. 30303<br />

In 1909, when Charles Metz introduced his first automobile,<br />

he had been no stranger to vehicle production. Since the<br />

mid 1880’s, Metz bicycles manufactured under the Walth<strong>am</strong><br />

n<strong>am</strong>e, had been very popular and some of his special<br />

editions, like a bicycle built for <strong>10</strong>, had given him quite a bit<br />

of notoriety. In 1898, he motorized a tandem-bike and has<br />

been recognized as the first such vehicle in America. Metz<br />

helped the Walth<strong>am</strong> Company develop a small motorcar.<br />

In 1908 he managed to acquire Walth<strong>am</strong>, which was buried<br />

in debt, filled with an inventory of parts to build quite a<br />

few cars, but with few funds to pay employees to assemble<br />

them. Dividing the assembly of his cars into 14 parts, he put<br />

together packages for $25 each allowing the customers to<br />

pay on the installment plan while they put their own<br />

car together.<br />

This model seems to have been given a light cosmetic<br />

restoration and retains many of its original appointments.<br />

Among them, original Presto-lite headlights, however the<br />

charging tank is missing as are the top bows. It does have<br />

its original windshield fr<strong>am</strong>e and what appear to be proper<br />

cowl lights. This vintage roadster looks to be complete<br />

mechanically and would be fun to take on the road.<br />

The Richard Burdick Collection.<br />

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Lot No. 16<br />

1916 Haynes Model 34 type t<br />

“Light Six” Four-Door touring Car<br />

55 HP, T-Head In-Line 6-Cylinder Engine,<br />

3-Speed Transmission<br />

Chassis No. 13594<br />

The Haynes-Apperson was considered America’s first<br />

commercially successful motorcar. It has been built in<br />

Kokomo, Indiana, and had recorded sales as early as 1894.<br />

By 1905, Elwood P. Haynes had taken over the company<br />

and dropped the Apperson n<strong>am</strong>e, while continuously<br />

improving the product.<br />

1916 saw a number of innovations and improvements<br />

with a total of 9,813 cars coming off the assembly line that<br />

season. This ex<strong>am</strong>ple features an older cosmetic re-do with<br />

the body done in dark blue with ivory pin-stripe, while the<br />

seats are in black di<strong>am</strong>ond pleated leather, with the top a<br />

black fabric. The radiator is fitted with a Deluxe Moto-Meter<br />

and the car features electric lights and starter, of which a<br />

control box by the Leece-Neville Corporation controls the<br />

operations. Sitting on huge 34” x 3” wheels, there is a pair of<br />

spare tires mounted to the rear while on the dashboard you<br />

can find a Keyless Clutch “rim-wound” dashboard clock and<br />

Stewart speed-o-meter plus odometer which shows<br />

1,779 miles.<br />

Lot No. 17<br />

1920 Velie “Six” Model 48<br />

Four-Door touring Car<br />

55 HP, 224 cid, Continental “Red Seal” L-Head In-Line<br />

6-Cylinder Engine, 3-Speed Transmission<br />

Engine No. 1347R27468<br />

Created in Moline, Illinois, founder Will Velie had a bit of<br />

luck on his side when establishing an automotive concern,<br />

for his grandfather was “the” John Deere. Velie had already<br />

proven himself as a good businessman and manufacturer<br />

when he had established and operated a rural buggy<br />

company. Using a number of components from various<br />

suppliers, Velie cars were well respected and they earned<br />

a reputation of reliability and st<strong>am</strong>ina. For 1920 the sales<br />

brochures proclaimed, “The First Authoritative Ex<strong>am</strong>ple<br />

of the Modern Style Tendency - a Harmony of<br />

Symmetrical Planes.”<br />

This large touring car appears to have been given a cosmetic<br />

restoration a number of years ago but as a complete car<br />

it could really benefit from a complete restoration. This<br />

touring car’s sheet metal is straight with no signs of rust or<br />

corrosion and the body fits together quite well and the top<br />

is complete. While this Velie has not been on the road for a<br />

number of years it looks like it will be a rather quick process<br />

to bring it back to life. When you become the new owner of<br />

this Velie, you will have a very unique piece of<br />

automotive history.<br />

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Lot No. 18<br />

1921 Packard “Twin Six” Series 3-35 Four-Door touring Car<br />

90 HP, 424 cid, L-Head V-12 Engine, 3-Speed Transmission <strong>·</strong> Chassis No. 11333; Engine No. 165256<br />

When Warren G. Harding rode to his inauguration on <strong>March</strong> 4, 1921, he bec<strong>am</strong>e the first President of the United States<br />

to be transported to this ceremony in a motorcar and the vehicle he chose for this honor was a Packard “Twin Six”<br />

7-passenger Touring Car much like this beautiful ex<strong>am</strong>ple being offered. This year a new Fuelizer was developed to<br />

provide more power by pre-igniting the fuel before it entered the cylinder. Sitting on a 135” wheelbase, this was a<br />

comfortable car to ride in, perfect for the President of the United States.<br />

Treated to a full professional restoration this was the ultimate in luxury and performance as America entered the<br />

roaring 20’s. Finished in gle<strong>am</strong>ing black paint and trimmed in black leather with black fabric top, it is an imposing<br />

vehicle. The plating on brightwork looks fresh with a depth of quality that is sure to win smile and awards. An<br />

interesting item is the winged Moto Meter which provides a clue to this car’s heritage as it promotes the Chicago<br />

based distributor with an image of an early bi plane, presumably powered by Packard. The factory installed Walth<strong>am</strong><br />

speedometer/odometer shows 12,075 miles and who knows those could be from new. Other gauges, supplied by<br />

National include fuel level, oil pressure and <strong>am</strong>peres. This is an outstanding ex<strong>am</strong>ple of the supremacy of Packard<br />

from a time when performance and innovation in motoring was important and this model was a leader. It has been<br />

quite a while since we have seen another early Twin Six of this caliber cross the auction block which makes this a very<br />

unique opportunity to own the finest, then people will want to ask the man, or woman, who owns one.<br />

Lot No. 19<br />

1921 Studebaker “Light Six”<br />

Model EJ-21 Four-Door touring Car<br />

40 HP, 207 cid, L-Head In-Line 6-Cylinder Engine,<br />

3-Speed Transmission <strong>·</strong> Chassis No. <strong>10</strong>27002<br />

Studebaker was a rather unique car maker in that they didn’t need to wait for<br />

a “model year” to start, but introduced its new models when they were ready to<br />

come to market. To that practice c<strong>am</strong>e the introduction of the Model EJ in April<br />

1920. With improved valves, positive feed engine lubrication, a transmission<br />

lock and new single disc clutch, this was one of the best performing cars of the<br />

day. This 5 passenger touring car had a base price around $1,485 when new,<br />

and offered its owners reliability that Studebaker had built its reputation on, as<br />

well as up to date styling and comfort for its passengers.<br />

Treated to a full restoration this sharp looking ex<strong>am</strong>ple is finished in dark green<br />

body with the louvers on the hood receiving a tasteful pin stripe while the<br />

fenders are done in gloss black. The interior is fitted with pleated leather while<br />

the top is in black fabric and retains its oval back glass with beveled edges.<br />

Interiors, especially the dashboard of these cars, were rather utilitarian and this<br />

is an ex<strong>am</strong>ple of that practice with only the oil pressure and <strong>am</strong>pere gauges<br />

flanking the original Stewart speedometer/odometer, which currently shows<br />

32,850 miles. When inspecting this car be sure to check out those unique Linex<br />

lenses in the headlights as well as the Studebaker logo on the winged Moto<br />

Meter hood orn<strong>am</strong>ent. Also found on this car are the four step plates, designed<br />

to allow passengers to clean the bottom of their shoes before entering the car.<br />

Vintage Studebakers are sought after in today’s car market due to their good<br />

looks and ability to ply modern highways at a relatively safe speed. This is a<br />

prime ex<strong>am</strong>ple of one of the best cars from this era, and the reason that nearly<br />

28,000 copies were produced in the 1921 model year.<br />

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Lot No. 20<br />

1922 Corre-La Licorne type 14/WR3<br />

Four-Door torpedo tourer<br />

by A. Rousett<br />

9/12 HP, L-Head 1692cc 4-Cylinder Engine,<br />

3-Speed Transmission<br />

Chassis No. 12957; Engine No. 14952<br />

Building motorcars from 1907 to 1950, this marque was originally<br />

known as the Corre, and its founders believed that racing would help<br />

sell cars. They were correct when driver Waldemar Lestienne started<br />

to win races, sales increased. His cars soon bec<strong>am</strong>e f<strong>am</strong>ous partially<br />

because of his f<strong>am</strong>ily crest was what La Licorne, or a literal translation,<br />

“The Unicorn”. In the early 1920’s, Corre began to brand their cars as<br />

La Licorne and their engines sourced from Ballot, which offered plenty<br />

of power plus economy in fuel and in use taxes.<br />

This attractively designed car received coachwork from Carrosserie<br />

Automobile A. Rousett in Lyon, France, and has been treated to a full<br />

restoration which looks to be in very good condition. Bodywork is quite<br />

solid and the tasteful two tone green exterior compliments the tan fabric<br />

top and saddle leather seats, giving this car a distinctive, yet subtle<br />

appearance. As with all La Licornes of the day, it is equipped with right<br />

hand drive and the brake and shifting levers are mounted to the right of<br />

the driver. Designed to fit four, there is plenty of room behind the rear<br />

seats for luggage or picnic gear, which can be easily loaded with a drop<br />

down tailgate. Under the hood does need some detailing and probably<br />

a small <strong>am</strong>ount of attention to bring this little car back to life. One of<br />

the more unusual cars in this collection is providing a very unique<br />

opportunity to buy and enjoy a bit of French motoring.<br />

The Richard Burdick Collection.<br />

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Lot No. 21<br />

1922 Citroen type C/Model 14<br />

one Door Boattail tourer<br />

11 HP (5 HP taxable), 856cc L-Head In-Line 4-Cylinder<br />

Engine, 3-Speed Transmission<br />

Chassis No. 31229; Engine No. 31999<br />

Small light and dependable cars were what the European<br />

market needed in the early 1920’s and that is exactly the<br />

package that was delivered with these little cars. With solid<br />

construction, and advanced engineering the C-series from<br />

Citroen found plenty of customers. Not only private owners<br />

but business concerns also found these cars to be economical<br />

to run, easy to maintain and able carry small loads at<br />

great distances.<br />

This sharp little ride was apparently sold new in Paris,<br />

France by the dealers, Hoschede & Veilleux, who were<br />

agents for Citroen, as well as American made Ford Model<br />

T’s. Restored to its original configuration today it features a<br />

vintage Moto-Meter with the car’s logo, and most impressive<br />

a period roof-top mounted sign for the Auto-Ecole-Agreee,<br />

the French version of the Auto Club. Finished in light yellow<br />

with gloss black fenders, the soft trim is done in black with<br />

black soft top. A very clean dashboard presents only an<br />

<strong>am</strong>peres gauge to monitor the electrical operations of the car.<br />

It still retains its BRC headlights full disc wheels on which<br />

are mounted a set of Engelbert tires produced in France. This<br />

little car would be a welcomed addition into any collection of<br />

vehicles with engines under 1-liter or for someone wanting<br />

sportiness and flair on an economical basis.<br />

Lot No. 22<br />

1923 Franklin Model <strong>10</strong><br />

Four-Door Sedan<br />

25 HP, 199.1 cid Overhead Valve, Air-Cooled 6-Cylinder<br />

Engine, 3-Speed Transmission<br />

Engine No. E82192<br />

Using only the highest quality materials and craftsmanship, Franklin<br />

automobiles adhered to their original designs with exact measurements.<br />

Their reputation for dependability and endurance was proved when a<br />

1924 model drove across country, a total of 3,720 miles, in just 13 days,<br />

quite an accomplishment considering the condition of many roads at<br />

the time. While these cars enjoyed decent sales, <strong>10</strong>,130 units for 1923,<br />

dealers found it hard to sell a car without at least a radiator shell to look<br />

like the rest of the cars that used a radiator to cool their engines. They<br />

would get their wish midyear 1925, leaving earlier models such as this<br />

ex<strong>am</strong>ple as a transition point for the marque.<br />

Sporting a professional level restoration this frisky Franklin looks like<br />

it is ready to hit the road. With the body done in a tasteful light green<br />

with black pin stripe, the fenders are done in gloss black featuring<br />

body color pin stripping. The interior of the car is very presentable and<br />

appears to be done in a combination of black leather and vinyl with<br />

matching door panels. Atop the one piece, forward hinged hood sits<br />

this car’s original sitting lion mascot and below, Franklin’s motto<br />

“Aura Vincit”, which translated mean “Air Conquers”. Under the hood,<br />

the massive aluminum cover steals the show with most of its mechanics<br />

in very good to excellent condition. Mounted on the passenger side<br />

running board is a metal toolbox with nickel plated front and rear<br />

bumpers. One of the most interesting aftermarket accessories is a<br />

genuine windshield mounted Clymer Spotlight! If you are worried<br />

about taking a vintage car on tour and overheating, this Franklin would<br />

serve as a perfect alternative, and a classy ride at its best.<br />

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Lot No. 23<br />

1923 Stearns-Knight Model SKL4<br />

Four-Door touring Car<br />

63 HP, 248.5 cid, Sleeve-Valve In-Line 4-Cylinder Engine,<br />

3-Speed Transmission<br />

Chassis No. S581<br />

From the beginning of its operations, Stearns Automobiles<br />

was a builder of high-quality and dependable automobiles.<br />

They were large massive cars that commanded respect for its<br />

engineering. In 1911, Stearns bec<strong>am</strong>e the first American car<br />

to make a licensing agreement to produce their version of the<br />

Knight sleeve-valve engine. While rated at 63 HP when new, the<br />

beauty of these power plants is that the more they were used,<br />

the better the performance bec<strong>am</strong>e. As carbon deposits built up,<br />

it raised the compression in the cylinder resulting in noticeably<br />

higher horsepower.<br />

This beautiful ex<strong>am</strong>ple appears to have been given a partial<br />

cosmetic restoration but much of the car appears to be original<br />

including a number of interior appointments and the items<br />

under the hood. Finished in a off-white with black fenders this<br />

car represents one of the most luxurious models of the day<br />

and these cars are rarely seen being offered at auction. The<br />

interior is trimmed in black leather and the top is also black.<br />

One interesting point we spotted during our inspection was<br />

the original dealer’s plate affixed to the dashboard showing<br />

this car was sold new at one of Stearns-Knights most successful<br />

dealerships, Lynn C. Buxton’s in Los Angeles, California. A part<br />

of the collection for a number of years this represents a rare<br />

chance to get a vehicle of historic proportions and good looks<br />

all rolled into one.<br />

The Richard Burdick Collection.<br />

Lot No. 24<br />

1923 Ford “T‑Bucket” Roadster<br />

Street Rod<br />

300 HP (est.), 350 cid Chevrolet Overhead Valve V-8<br />

Engine, Automatic Transmission<br />

VIN: AZ240886 (Arizona Assigned Number)<br />

To make the perfect street rod, one has to have the right<br />

ingredients. This little T-bucket seems to have them all<br />

starting with a small-block Chevy V-8 topped off with an<br />

Edelbrock aluminum intake manifold on top of which is a<br />

Weber four-barrel carburetor. Backed by a Turbo-Hydr<strong>am</strong>atic<br />

transmission, anyone can hit the road to adventure with<br />

this coolest of cool cars. Finished in bright yellow with<br />

tan pleated leather seats, it has been done right. Up front<br />

the brass Ford radiator topped off with a brass winged<br />

Moto-Meter garners plenty of attention and check out<br />

Ed “Big Daddy” Roth’s iconic Rat Fink.<br />

A full complement of Stewart-Warner gauges grace the<br />

hand-crafted wooden dashboard as does a Kenwood stereo<br />

with its speakers mounted on the lower recesses of the<br />

dash. A set of aluminum Weld Wheels grace this rod with<br />

165R15/865 tires up front and wide 31” x 16.50 Mickey<br />

Thompson Sportsman tires to the rear. Power assisted disc<br />

brakes up front with drums to the rear help slow down<br />

this car and its steering is said to be quick and responsive.<br />

There is a lot of difference in the quality, construction and<br />

eye-appeal of street rods and we think this one has all the<br />

right stuff rolled into one big ball of fun.<br />

Lot No. 25<br />

1924 Chevrolet Superior Series F<br />

two-Door Coupe<br />

26 HP, 171 cid, Overhead Valve In-Line 4-Cylinder<br />

Engine, 3-Speed Transmission<br />

Chassis No. 1427865<br />

While Ford’s Model T might have been the best selling car<br />

in the world, a strong contender was coming up that offered<br />

a who lot more for not that much more money. Chevrolet<br />

offered as standard equipment such “extras” found on other<br />

cars as electric horn, speedometer, <strong>am</strong>meter, oil pressure<br />

gauge, lighted dashboard, an ignition theft lock and for<br />

closed cars, window regulators, outside visor, plate glass and<br />

door locks.<br />

This wonderful ex<strong>am</strong>ple of Chevrolet superior automobile<br />

is fitted with its original engine with the exposed push-rods,<br />

all of the factory equipment, plus whitewall tires and<br />

running board mounted cast aluminum step-plates from<br />

the original dealership. It appears to have been given a<br />

cosmetic restoration a number of years ago but displays well<br />

with it black exterior finish and gray-stripe cloth seats. As a<br />

bonus, two period aftermarket items are included such as a<br />

genuine Clymer Spot light mounted in the windshield, and<br />

an original Chevrolet logo Moto Meter radiator orn<strong>am</strong>ent.<br />

Chevrolet’s didn’t survive in the s<strong>am</strong>e numbers of the rival<br />

Model T, but those that have are always welcomed at vintage<br />

car events wherever you go in the world, and with a little<br />

care and patience, this car will take you there in style.<br />

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Lot No. 26<br />

1925 Buick Master Six Four-Door<br />

Brough<strong>am</strong> Sedan by Fisher<br />

70 HP, 255 cid, Overhead Valve In-Line 6-Cylinder Engine,<br />

3-Speed Transmission<br />

Chassis No. 1307; Engine No. 1628888<br />

While Cadillac was the top shelf brand in the General Motors line<br />

up, Buick was not far behind in quality, design and power. Buick<br />

pioneered the “valve in head” design and this produced more<br />

power than most other engines. Among the many improvements<br />

this year was a new dropped forge I be<strong>am</strong> front axle and stronger<br />

ball thrust bearings on the knuckles. Buick stepped up its g<strong>am</strong>e a bit<br />

this year with making the Brough<strong>am</strong> sedan even more inviting.<br />

This outstanding ex<strong>am</strong>ple is finished in Olive Green with gloss<br />

black fenders and window fr<strong>am</strong>es, the interior of this car is simply<br />

stunning. Done in rich shades of Kelly green luxurious fabric, it is<br />

well appointed with matching pull-down privacy shades for the<br />

back glass and oval quarter windows plus a bud vase to help make<br />

your drives ever more refreshing. The restored wooden steering<br />

wheel compliments the front seat area with the dashboard holding<br />

the multi gauge units including the floating speedometer and<br />

odometer that currently shows just under 39,<strong>10</strong>0 miles. The exterior<br />

of the car is just as inviting with its chrome plated radiator grille<br />

fitted with a Buick logo Moto Meter, to the massive bumpers to the<br />

front and rear. At the back of the car, is an original Buick factory<br />

supplied detachable trunk, and a pair of spare tires on demountable<br />

rims. One of the favorites in the collection, you will be impressed<br />

when you meet this Buick in person.<br />

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Lot No. 27<br />

1925 Dodge Series 116<br />

Four-Door Sedan<br />

35 HP, 212 cid, L-Head In-Line 4-Cylinder Motor,<br />

3-Speed Transmission<br />

Chassis No. A288601; Engine No. A360157<br />

The Dodge Brothers made their first fortune in the auto industry<br />

supplying engine castings and other parts for the Ford Motor<br />

Company. In 1914 they launched their own brand of automobile<br />

and by 1920 had moved up to second place in sales with only the<br />

Ford Model T out selling them. By 1925, both brothers had passed<br />

away and those running the popular carmaker seemed to have lost<br />

interest in coming up with new models. Regardless, that season they<br />

managed to hold on to third in overall sales before ending up as part<br />

of the Chrysler Corporation in the late 1920’s.<br />

This attractive sedan was sturdy, dependable and one of just over<br />

200,000 units produced that year. Improvements seen this year were<br />

balloon tires all around, silichrome exhaust valves and rubber motor<br />

mounts to reduce noise and vibration. This basic five passenger<br />

sedan was popular that year and had an original list price of $1,245,<br />

delivered at the factory in Detroit. It has been given a complete<br />

cosmetic restoration and reported to have been exercised in recent<br />

months. Wearing the optional Budd Michelin steel disc wheels it has<br />

retained its original exterior sun visor and atop the radiator is an<br />

original Dodge logo Moto Meter orn<strong>am</strong>ent. The dashboard contain<br />

the <strong>am</strong>meter, oil pressure gauge and speedometer/odometer which<br />

currently shows 2,927 miles, which is believed to have been clocked<br />

since its restoration. A great ex<strong>am</strong>ple of solid built beauty, this is one<br />

Dodge you will want in your garage.<br />

Lot No. 28<br />

1927 La Salle Series 303<br />

two-Door Roadster<br />

75 HP, 303 cid, L-Head V-8 Engine,<br />

3-Speed Transmission<br />

Engine No. 203059<br />

By the late 1920’s, General Motors had grown into the largest<br />

automotive company in the world. An idea had been floated<br />

that more n<strong>am</strong>es would make a larger market appeal so it was<br />

decided that each of the major GM brands, with the exception of<br />

Chevrolet, would now have a partner. Oakland received the Pontiac,<br />

Oldsmobile the Viking, Buick the Marquette and Cadillac got a<br />

lower priced companion, La Salle. While the La Salle cost a bit less<br />

than the senior car, it was no slouch when it c<strong>am</strong>e to performance<br />

and beauty. GM’s new Vice President of Style and Color,<br />

Harley Earl, had taken the design of the La Salle as his hallmark<br />

project and the results were stunning.<br />

This roadster (body style 1169) was produced for La Salle by the<br />

Fisher Body Division. It was one of the least expensive, and most<br />

popular models for the marque’s first season offered with a base<br />

price of $2,525. This sharp roadster appears to have been given a full<br />

restoration a number of years ago but could use some freshening<br />

before it goes back out on the road. It is a well appointed sporty<br />

car for its time with dual side mount spare tires and a rumble<br />

seat, complete with a access door for storing golf clubs or a picnic<br />

basket. Finished in a tasteful burgundy for the body and gloss black<br />

for the fenders, the wire spoke wheels are done in a light yellow.<br />

Considered a “full classic” by the Classic Car Club of America,<br />

this would be an excellent vehicle for touring or to attend local<br />

gatherings. As a bonus, this roadster is even fitted with the very<br />

desirable radiator mascot depicting the intrepid explorer with<br />

his hat in his hand beckoning all to take to the road.<br />

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Lot No. 29<br />

1928 Pierce Arrow Model 81 two-Door Convertible Coupe<br />

75 HP, 288.5 cid, L-Head In-Line 6-Cylinder Engine, 3-Speed Transmission <strong>·</strong> Chassis No. 8<strong>10</strong>5291<br />

For many years the Pierce-Arrow was considered the most prestigious automobile made in America. Its quality of<br />

construction was without fault, its designs and bodywork were legendary, and its reputation <strong>am</strong>ong the most elite in<br />

America was unequalled. To many observers looking back, Pierce-Arrow had it all except a viable plan for the future. In a<br />

world where luxury cars had moved on beyond a six-cylinder power plant, Pierce held on to its tried and true work-horse.<br />

The s<strong>am</strong>e could be said also about its in-house coach design. By 1928, most of their body styles were rather dated, but they<br />

still had an elegant motorcar. During this calendar year a total of just 5,736 would be produced and as sales continued to<br />

slump, a merger with the Studebaker Corporation was under-taken.<br />

This stately convertible coupe was one of the more popular body styles and this body is finished in light tan with burgundy<br />

highlights and gloss black fenders. Saddle leather was used for the seating surfaces and a tan soft top is accented by<br />

operational landau bars. Featuring Pierce Arrow’s patented mounting of the headlights atop both front fenders there is no<br />

mistaking this car for other models. With a large built-in rear trunk there is plenty of safe and secure storage as its locks are<br />

completely functional. The huge wood-spoke wheel are shod with a set of vintage Denman “Rib Type” 6.00” x 20” white<br />

sidewall tires. Most important for this marque is having the proper mascot atop the radiator cap and this ex<strong>am</strong>ple meets that<br />

requirement as the Archer pulls his bow back ready to launch his arrow right on target. When you come to bid on<br />

this car, the new owner will be as happy as the archer hitting a bulls-eye.<br />

Lot No. 30<br />

1928 Ford Model A Fordor Sedan<br />

by Briggs<br />

40 HP, 200.5 cid, L-Head In-Line 4-Cylinder Engine,<br />

3-Speed Transmission<br />

Engine No. A416955<br />

After the long run of the Model T, Henry Ford was a bit<br />

reluctant to bring out another car, but when his Model A hit<br />

the showroom floors in late 1927, it appeared that he had<br />

scored a winner. Ford realized that despite his company’s<br />

vast resources and facilities, that it might be more expedient<br />

and economical to field some components of the<br />

Model A to outside firms. It was decided that the Briggs<br />

Body Company would build the bodies for the new Fordor<br />

sedan. Distinctive because of their fabric covered tops and<br />

blind quarter panels, according to one source a total of<br />

82,349 Model A’s carried this body in its initial model year.<br />

This ex<strong>am</strong>ple appears to have been given a fairly complete<br />

restoration a number of years and ago and has been a part<br />

of the museum for at least 20 years. The body in a shade<br />

similar to Manila Brown the fenders are complimented<br />

in a deeper brown while the wire wheels are done in a<br />

color similar to English Coach Vermillion. Fitted with dual<br />

side-mount spare tires and the Quail hood orn<strong>am</strong>ent, it<br />

looks like it would take just a little effort to make this grand<br />

old car ready for the road. In recent months there has been a<br />

renewed interest in these cars and it is ex<strong>am</strong>ples like Briggs<br />

sedan that let people see why they were so popular<br />

when new.<br />

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Lot No. 31<br />

1929 Cadillac Model 341B 4-Door Sport Phaeton by Fisher<br />

95 HP, 341 cid, L-Head V-8 Engine, 3-Speed Transmission <strong>·</strong> Engine No. 324790<br />

The Richard Burdick Collection.<br />

In 1929 Harley Earl’s influence grew within the halls of General Motors and Cadillac seems to benefit most due to his innovative designs<br />

such as fuller fenders, and for the first time, an adjustable front seat. Safety features including a totally redesigned braking system,<br />

strengthening of the fr<strong>am</strong>e and better riding Delco shock absorbers. This outstanding ex<strong>am</strong>ple of a Phaeton created by Fisher on the 140”<br />

wheelbase is just such an ex<strong>am</strong>ple known as body style 1183, this car carries body number <strong>10</strong>6, has been treated to a full professional<br />

restoration and is ready for the road or with some minor detailing for star billing on the show circuits.<br />

Finished with a tan body, accented by medium green highlights and fenders, it is stunning. The interior is a pleasing dark green leather,<br />

while the wire spoke wheels are a light yellow and wear Lester reproduction wide whitewall tires. The top is tan canvas with all the<br />

mechanisms working properly to lower and raise to present a smooth snug fitting appearance. In addition to the dual side mount spares<br />

with strap on rear view mirrors and side vent wings, are a functioning pair of Pilot Ray driving lights that operate with the steering gear,<br />

lighting your path safely for night travel. In the late 1920’s, Cadillac’s were the cars that only the wealthy could afford. Just a little over<br />

18,000 were produced for the 1929 model year and finding an ex<strong>am</strong>ple as appealing at this Phaeton is a rare opportunity. Recognized by<br />

the Classic Car Club of America as a Full Classic, and a very important part of the Cadillac La Salle Club, the new owner of this<br />

Model 341 will be welcomed wherever they wish to go.<br />

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Lot No. 32<br />

1930 Dodge Series DC Four-Door<br />

touring Car<br />

75 HP, 221 cid, L-Head In-Line 8-Cylinder Engine,<br />

3-Speed Transmission<br />

Engine No. DC24467; Body No. DC223-P<br />

A new direction was taken by Dodge come 1930, with the<br />

introduction of the marque’s first 8-cylinder engine. Using<br />

a conventional L-head design, this new engine delivered<br />

25% more horsepower than the slightly smaller six. Despite<br />

a worsening economy in America this year, Dodge still<br />

managed to produce over 25,000 cars with this new larger<br />

power plant. Finished in Robin’s Egg Blue with Navy Blue<br />

fenders it is complimented with a red interior done in what<br />

appears to be leather, with a tight fitting top.<br />

By 1930, the idea of open cars was starting to lose its appeal<br />

as coupes and sedans bec<strong>am</strong>e more affordable. Extras found<br />

on this car include dual side-mount spare tires, front grille<br />

guard, glass vent wings, and to the rear of the car an original<br />

trunk rack. This is a car that really deserves a second look.<br />

When you do take a moment to inspect this car you see how<br />

the design motif of the headlights is reflected in the cowl<br />

light and even the dashboard mounted instrument cluster.<br />

This is a very handsome, rarely seen open car, that after a<br />

good detailing could be ready for local shows or the hit of<br />

the parade at a Dodge or MOPAR event. A decent car with<br />

lots of potential, it is an important benchmark for<br />

this marque.<br />

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Under development at the s<strong>am</strong>e time was what would become one of the most f<strong>am</strong>ous<br />

Cadillac engines of all time the Model 452 V-16, and Earl decided that only the finest motors<br />

and chassis would carry the Mad<strong>am</strong>e X designs. Unfortunately, in the Fall of 1929, just as<br />

Cadillac was preparing to introduce this stunning new model, America’s economy was<br />

heading into a tailspin towards what would become the Great Depression. The effect on<br />

the auto industry, luxury cars in particular, would mean that the beautiful V-16 engine and<br />

the bodies designed for those chassis, would not see the sales that had been hoped for. As a<br />

result, those that were produced and have survived are today considered works of art and<br />

are highly sought after, especially those that carry beautiful coachwork from the Fleetwood<br />

shops, like this outstanding Mad<strong>am</strong>e X coupe.<br />

This outstanding ex<strong>am</strong>ple sports a full professional level restoration that makes it ready for<br />

show or even Concours competition. Finished in Burgundy with Vermillion Red highlights<br />

and fenders, the interior is done in burgundy leather that is inviting and luxurious. As<br />

could be expected, this car is loaded with all the extras of the day starting with the enclosed<br />

dual side-mount spare tires, each of which is topped with a Cadillac logo rear-view mirror.<br />

To the rear on the fold-down rack is a custom built trunk that blends with the design and<br />

era of the car. This is a rumble-seat coupe and to remind those passengers they were riding<br />

in the Cadillac, the seat is large and comfortable, with folding arm rests which makes the<br />

ride a little more pleasant. To communicate with the back seat passengers, the rear glass<br />

Lot No. 34<br />

1930 Cadillac Model 452 Fleetwood “Mad<strong>am</strong>e X”<br />

Rumbleseat Coupe<br />

175 HP, 452 cid, Overhead Valve V-16 Engine, 3-Speed Transmission<br />

Engine Number: 702089;<br />

Body style 4476<br />

Please Note: Vehicle is being offered with seller’s confirmation.<br />

does roll down and for easy storage of a picnic basket or golf clubs an access door has<br />

been placed on the side of the car. Up front is an accessory grille-guard, dual chrome<br />

plated horns, the beautiful goddess with flowing hair radiator mascot and a pair of very<br />

desirable Pilot Ray driving lights.<br />

Looking inside the passenger cabin you will see the outstanding woodwork and<br />

detailing that makes this a quality car far above a regular production model, and this<br />

Fleetwood coupe also has full instrumentation of which all the gauges have been<br />

restored back to their original design and beauty. During the development of the V-16<br />

engine, Harley Earl declared that if a car was to carry his masterpieces, the engines<br />

must be as beautifully styled as the bodywork, and this engine shows off those features<br />

with the sleek valve covers and the beautiful glossy black en<strong>am</strong>el manifolds looking<br />

just as they had when new.<br />

This “Mad<strong>am</strong>e X” coupe is one of the most sought after Cadillac V-16 models produced,<br />

and with its mystique and very attractive design combined with this outstanding<br />

engine, it would become the star of any collection where only the finest motorcars are<br />

found. As a side note, eventually the play “Mad<strong>am</strong> X” was made into a movie with<br />

Lana Turner in the starring role. Set in the early 1930’s, one of the co-stars was a<br />

Cadillac V-16.<br />

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Lot No. 33<br />

1930 Cadillac Series 353 two-Door<br />

Convertible Coupe by Fisher<br />

96 HP, 353 cid, L-Head V-8 Engine, 3-Speed Transmission<br />

Engine No. 509146; Body No. 496<br />

As the depression started to take hold, luxury carmakers were<br />

hit hard early on. Despite bigger displacements and more power,<br />

production for Cadillac dropped rather dr<strong>am</strong>atically with just 11,005<br />

V-8 equipped cars produced that model year. While Fleetwood<br />

coachwork was reserved for custom orders, Fisher was geared up<br />

to produce the highest quality production bodies in the industry.<br />

Referred to as body style 30168, this was a full-size convertible that<br />

could accommodate two passengers up front and another couple in<br />

the fold-up rumble seat. Finished in gloss black it features apple green<br />

wire spoke wheels mounted with wide whitewall tires. The seating<br />

surfaces are covered in leather colored to complement the wheels<br />

and the rumble-seat even features arm-rests to make the ride a bit<br />

more comfortable. Other <strong>am</strong>enities of the day include a side door for<br />

golf clubs or picnic basket, dual side-mount spare tires with strap-on<br />

rear-view mirrors and on the folding rear rack with a large trunk<br />

mounted, ready to carry whatever would be needed for an extended<br />

road trip. Also found on this car is a chrome grille guard and on the<br />

radiator the flowing hair goddess proudly stands ready for the road.<br />

Recognized by the Classic Car Club of America, this model is very<br />

desirable for touring with the ability to roll up the side glass in the<br />

doors for quiet comfort, or to roll with the top down for that “wind<br />

in your hair” experience. This car is sporting an older cosmetic<br />

restoration and would benefit greatly from a freshening, but even as it<br />

sits today, this is a rather attractive and very popular body style.<br />

The Richard Burdick Collection.<br />

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Lot No. 35<br />

1931 Chevrolet Independence<br />

Series AE two-Door Coach<br />

50 HP, 194 cid, Overhead Valve In-Line 6-Cylinder Engine,<br />

3-Speed Transmission<br />

Chassis No. 569137; Engine No. 2318874; Body No. 4854<br />

By 1931, Chevrolet was taking a sales lead against all competition<br />

including the Ford Model A. With its advanced in-line six, better<br />

brakes and electrical systems and smart styling there was no sh<strong>am</strong>e<br />

in owning a Chevy. General Motors had established itself not only<br />

in the USA, but also in Canada, where this smart 2-door sedan,<br />

often referred to as a “coach”, was produced. Given a high quality<br />

restoration a number of years ago, this is a rather pure-stock car<br />

finished in a medium tan with gloss black fenders and wire-spoke<br />

wheels in a light yellow on which are mounted a fairly fresh looking<br />

set of wide whitewall tires.<br />

Extras found on this car include a chrome grille guard, a large trunk<br />

mounted to the rear fold down rack, side mount spare tires and<br />

rear view mirrors attached to the doors. The interior of this car is<br />

fitted with a full complement of factory gauges and a period hot<br />

water heater mounted under the dash. Covered in brown mohair<br />

are the two front bucket type front seats which can be raised to<br />

allow passengers access to the rear seat. One of the most interesting<br />

items we spotted on this car is the gear shift knob which appears<br />

to be a clear plastic orb with a vintage miniature Chevrolet grille<br />

badge placed inside on a green base. As with a number of cars in the<br />

collection, this vintage Chevy looks like it is a complete vehicle that<br />

needs just a bit of TLC to make it road worthy. This is a very unique<br />

opportunity to own a very important piece of automotive history.<br />

Lot No. 36<br />

1931 Packard Standard Eight Series 833<br />

two-Door Coupe<br />

<strong>10</strong>0 HP, 319 cid, L-Head In-Line 8-Cylinder Engine,<br />

4-Speed Transmission <strong>·</strong> Chassis No. 321282<br />

1931 saw a number of mechanical improvements including the first<br />

use of a Stewart-Warner fuel pump and a vacuum operated Bijur<br />

lubricating system. Smaller wheels were also used to give the cars a<br />

lower profile view and smart new body designs continued to bring<br />

the tradition of only the finest coachwork being found on a Packard.<br />

Purchased new by a prominent doctor in San Antonio, Texas, this<br />

is a rather attractive rumble-seat coupe. A number of years ago it<br />

was restored and subsequently was awarded a National First by the<br />

AACA, and has won many admiring smiles along the way.<br />

This coupe is loaded with <strong>am</strong>enities including dual side mount spare<br />

tires protected by chrome plated bands with rear view mirrors on<br />

top, dual Pilot Ray driving lights, a chrome plated radiator guard,<br />

the “Sliding Boy” chrome mascot and a very unique monogr<strong>am</strong> plate<br />

cast in the shape of the radiator grille and mounted to the headlight<br />

cross be<strong>am</strong> support rod. Mounted to the rear fold down rack is a full<br />

size trunk that is protected with a heavy zippered storage bag, a side<br />

access door to the rear compartment and the original cast aluminum<br />

steps leading to the rumbleseat. Finished it light tan with dark brown<br />

fenders and body highlights, the interior of this car is just as elegant.<br />

Seats are covered in tan broadcloth with dark brown piping and in the<br />

dash is a full complement of gauges including a Jaeger stem wound<br />

clock and the speed-o-meter and odometer which shows just 2,545<br />

miles, believed to have been logged since this beauty was restored.<br />

This is a car that is recognized by such groups as the CCCA and all the<br />

major Packard organizations. If you are the high bidder, there<br />

you will be recognized as a person with an eye for beauty.<br />

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Lot No. 37<br />

1933 DeSoto Series SD Deluxe<br />

Four-Door Sedan<br />

<strong>10</strong>0 HP, 218 cid, L-Head In-Line 6-Cylinder Engine,<br />

3-Speed Transmission<br />

Engine No. SD5119; Body No. SO-1345-DL<br />

Taking a cue from General Motors in n<strong>am</strong>ing their cars after great<br />

explorers, the Chrysler Corporation had introduced the new DeSoto<br />

line for the 1929 model year. Placed market wise between the<br />

Dodge and Chrysler lines it was fairly successful early on. For 1933<br />

continued improvements to these car was seen with a double drop<br />

“X” fr<strong>am</strong>e, new Floating Power engine mounts and a new Automatic<br />

Vacuum Clutch. But something else DeSoto had that many cars<br />

seemed lacking in this price range was pure style. With full, more<br />

stre<strong>am</strong> lined looks, these cars were distinctive. Never shy about the<br />

use of chrome, the SD series was more lavish than ever. But 1933 was<br />

the height of the depression and new car sales were at their lowest<br />

since the early 1920’s, with just 22,736 units produced that year.<br />

Most popular in the lineup was the Deluxe 4-door sedan with 8,133<br />

ex<strong>am</strong>ples being produced.<br />

This is an extremely well appointed car with a rare original radio,<br />

recirculating hot water heater, enclosed dual side mount spare tires<br />

and wide whitewall tires. With all four doors hinged to the rears, it<br />

allows limousine like ease when entering and exiting. It appears to<br />

have had a fairly extensive cosmetic restoration a number of years<br />

ago and a little freshening would make this car a real head turner.<br />

Several design features that should not be over looked include the<br />

unique headlights, exclusive to the Deluxe line, plus the dashboard<br />

with its ornate gauge package. This DeSoto is a favorite in the<br />

collection and it will be a favorite in yours.<br />

The Richard Burdick Collection.<br />

Lot No. 38<br />

1933 Plymouth Series PC<br />

Four-Door Sedan<br />

70 HP, 190 cid, L-Head In-Line 6-Cylinder Engine,<br />

3-Speed Transmission<br />

Chassis No. 1770551; Engine No. PC13574<br />

Even though Plymouth had been on the market for a<br />

relatively short period of time, it had gained a reputation for<br />

reliability and st<strong>am</strong>ina. For years there has been conjecture<br />

as to how W. P. Chrysler ended up using the Plymouth<br />

n<strong>am</strong>e, either to salute the pioneer efforts of those hearty<br />

Pilgrims who had landed at Plymouth Rock, or in honor of<br />

the leading brand of barb-wire at the time. Regardless, it was<br />

a marketing success that competed with Ford, Chevrolet,<br />

Essex and other entry-level cars of the day.<br />

This wonderful 4-door sedan features reversed hinged doors<br />

and is finished with a Washington Blue body and gloss<br />

black fenders, while the wire spoke wheels are done in a<br />

complimenting shade of light yellow. Restored a number<br />

of years back it comes from a period of time when America<br />

was down on its luck, when new cars sales were in a slump.<br />

But Plymouth did quite well with 33,815 copies of this<br />

model coming off the assembly lines. A very solid car it is<br />

equipped with a very rare period radio with the control head<br />

mounted near the steering column, and privacy shade for<br />

the rear quarter windows and back glass. With an enclosed<br />

rear-mounted spare tire, this Plymouth shows style and<br />

functionality and would make a great addition for any<br />

collection of fine automobiles.<br />

Lot No. 39<br />

1934 Ford Model 40 Deluxe<br />

Four-Door Sedan<br />

85 HP, 221 cid, L-Head V-8 Engine,<br />

3-Speed Transmission <strong>·</strong> Chassis No. 18-1134528<br />

Starting in 1932, Ford had become the first car in the low-priced field<br />

to market a successful V-8 engine. While some of those first cars had<br />

a few bugs to be worked out, this little motor was legendary with<br />

its performance abilities. Despite being in the throes of the Great<br />

Depression, Ford was still making a profit and making cars. One of<br />

the most notorious of bad guys, Clyde Barrow, who with his girlfriend<br />

Bonnie Parker, had robbed a number of banks across the country, even<br />

wrote to Henry Ford and congratulated him on such a fine car stating,<br />

“For sustained speed and freedom from trouble, Ford has got every other car<br />

skinned”. Ironically it was a duplicate to this Cordoba Gray sedan that<br />

this dangerous couple would meet their fate in an <strong>am</strong>bush less than six<br />

weeks after this letter had been postmarked.<br />

This beautiful ex<strong>am</strong>ple of one of the most attractive Fords has seen<br />

a full restoration and was awarded an AACA national first prize<br />

award in 1989. Powered by Henry’s legendary “flathead” V-8, since<br />

its restoration. Equipped with a pair of chrome horns a built in<br />

rear trunk and enclosed rear mounted spare tire, with only a minor<br />

<strong>am</strong>ount of attention it could be ready to hit the road. Despite its brown<br />

appearance, Ford called this color Cordoba Gray, and the interior<br />

is done in light tan mohair with simulated wood graining on the<br />

dashboard and garnish moldings. An outstanding ex<strong>am</strong>ple of one of<br />

Henry’s greatest cars, with over <strong>10</strong>2,000 copies produced, this 1934<br />

Ford needs to be in your collection.<br />

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No other car ever produced in America can match the legends that surround the Duesenberg.<br />

Simply put, there was never a car like it before or since. For years historians have debated on the<br />

actual number of Model J Duesenbergs produced, with one expert, Marshall Merkes, 472 chassis<br />

were actually produced, while another expert, Randy Ema says that about 480. Both of these astute<br />

scholars are probably correct, as it wasn’t unusual for the factory to bring a chassis back to the<br />

Indianapolis shops and retrofit it with a different engine or even coachwork, thus giving the illusion<br />

of more cars being produced than chassis. Regardless, they were the best of everything.<br />

Starting at $8,500 when introduced, and going up to $9,500 after 1932, all you really bought from<br />

Duesenberg was the fr<strong>am</strong>e, engine, drive train, suspension, brake system, steering, a firewall and<br />

dashboard with instrumentation. You also received front fenders, a hood and a radiator with its<br />

distinctive shell, all tastefully designed by Gordon Buehrig. After the purchase of this spectacular<br />

chassis, the customer had to then decide on what body to order and from which coachbuilder would<br />

supply it.<br />

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Lot No. 40<br />

1934 Duesenberg Model SJ Four-Door Phaeton<br />

in the style of Derh<strong>am</strong><br />

320 HP, 420 cid, Dual Overhead C<strong>am</strong>, In-Line 8-Cylinder Engine<br />

with Centrifugal Supercharged and Twin Up-Draft Carburetors,<br />

3-Speed Transmission<br />

Chassis No. 2394; Engine No. J375<br />

When chassis 2394, a long wheelbase version, left the Indianapolis factory, it had mounted on it<br />

engine J375, supercharged from the factory and just as it is presented today. Over the years it wasn’t<br />

unusual for engines to have been switched or worse yet, lost to history. This chassis was sent to the<br />

Willoughby shops where a Berline sedan was installed. At one point it was believed to have had a<br />

Le Baron convertible sedan body attached to it, but this has never been confirmed. In the 1980’s the<br />

custom crafted phaeton body that is currently on the chassis today.<br />

With its trademark grille, headlights, hood and distinctive radiator mascot, also designed by<br />

Buehrig, this is an impressive car. Finished in light yellow with gloss black highlights and fenders,<br />

it presents the subtle beauty of less is more. Wearing its dual side mounted spare tires, a full set of<br />

Buffalo chrome wire wheels and wide white tires, it is sure to be a crowd pleaser wherever it goes.<br />

From the engine turned dashboard to the dual Pilot Ray driving lights this car exudes elegance in<br />

motoring and demands respect from all who own or drive this remarkable machine.<br />

In the world of Duesenbergs to find an SJ model is rare. To find one that is still with its original<br />

chassis and even more special. To find one that has been restored to such exacting standards and<br />

presented in such as attractive package, it could be a once in a lifetime experience, and one that<br />

should not be passed up.<br />

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Lot No. 41<br />

1935 Ford Model 48<br />

two-Door 5-Window Coupe<br />

85 HP, 221 cid, L-Head V-8 Engine,<br />

3-Speed Transmission<br />

Chassis No. 18-2044063<br />

Subtle improvements were the way at Ford during the<br />

1930’s, but the difference between 1934 and 1935 were<br />

significant. Advertised as having “Greater Beauty, Greater<br />

Comfort, Greater Safety”, the new body design was touted<br />

as offering better protection for the occupants, but Ford<br />

still retained their mechanical brake operation. Styling<br />

was important and this year Ford was to regain its market<br />

leadership by out-selling rival Chevrolet. One of the biggest<br />

events for Ford this year was the honor of pacing the<br />

Indianapolis 500 race.<br />

This smart little coupe is finished in gloss black with red<br />

wire spoke wheels that wear 8.00” x 16” tires. The interior<br />

is upholstered in tan mohair and there are a few accessories<br />

on this car. Bumper mounted fog lights start the show, with<br />

the enclosed rear mounted spare tire. The trunk is absolutely<br />

huge, just about big enough to hide an elephant. This coupe<br />

appears to have been given a cosmetic restoration a while<br />

but there is some patina of age found on some of the bright<br />

work and even the carpeting on the passenger cabin. One of<br />

the most sought after early V-8 Fords, this little coupe would<br />

look great in the collection of any fans of this marque.<br />

The Richard Burdick Collection.<br />

Lot No. 42<br />

1940 Mercury Eight Series 09A<br />

Four-Door Convertible Sedan<br />

95+ HP, 239 cid, L-Head V-8 Engine,<br />

3-Speed Transmission <strong>·</strong> Chassis No. 99A1676225<br />

One of Edsel Ford’s dre<strong>am</strong>s was to have a complete set of<br />

“stepping stones” for customers who wanted to move up the<br />

ladder from a basic Ford to the luxurious Lincolns. In 1936 he<br />

had launched a lower priced Lincoln called Zephyr which helped<br />

fill part of the gap and in 1939, under his direction Ford Motor<br />

Company placed the Mercury on sale. While its styling closely<br />

resembled that of Ford’s passenger cars, absolutely nothing<br />

body wise was shared. For its second year a limited number of<br />

convertible sedans were produced. Rumor was that these had<br />

been ordered for installation on the Lincoln Zephyr, and after that<br />

progr<strong>am</strong> was scrapped, the bodies were offered to Mercury as a<br />

prestige model. Just 979 would be produced making it by far the<br />

rarest model in that year’s offering.<br />

Finished in a deep rich Burgundy on the exterior, with dark<br />

Saddle brown seat covers and door panels while the dashboard<br />

plus garnish molding is done in a light bluish gray color scheme.<br />

Extras include vintage fog lights and a rare front bumper guard,<br />

bumper tips, and wide whitewall tires accented by bright trim<br />

rings and hubcaps. The big news on this rare car is what is under<br />

the hood. Vintage speed equipment had been applied to the<br />

original flathead V-8 including Weiand heads and intake manifold<br />

which is te<strong>am</strong>ed up with a trio of Stromberg 97 carburetors. The<br />

electrical system has been up graded to 12 volts for easier starting<br />

and stronger light for evening drives. A rather interesting car to<br />

be sure, can you really remember one of these was offered<br />

at auction.<br />

Lot No. 43<br />

1941 Ford Super Deluxe<br />

two-Door Club Coupe<br />

90 HP, 221 cid, L-Head V-8 Engine,<br />

3-Speed Transmission<br />

Chassis No. 18-6695564<br />

Completely new sheet metal graced the 1941 Fords, which<br />

were now offered in three trim levels or series, Standard,<br />

Deluxe and Super Deluxe. The Club Coupe was a popular<br />

model with <strong>10</strong>,796 copies produced this year and with a base<br />

price of $800 even. One of the highlights this year was the<br />

production of the 29-millionth Ford on April 29, 1941.<br />

This attractive car appears to have been painted Florentine<br />

Blue and is trimmed tan stripe cloth. The interior of this car<br />

looks show-room fresh with all dashboard plastics in their<br />

original ivory set against the simulated wood-grain dashboard.<br />

Accessories include original radio, recirculating hot-water<br />

heater, and a clock. Among other options on this car are fog<br />

lights, driver’s spot light, wheel trim rings, plus bumper<br />

wings and front center guard. Restored a number of years<br />

ago, this Ford looks like it is ready to hit the road for another<br />

memorable trip.<br />

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Lot No. 44<br />

1941 Ford Super Deluxe<br />

two-Door Convertible<br />

90 HP, 221 cid, L-Head V-8 Engine,<br />

3-Speed Transmission.<br />

Chassis No. 18-6481773<br />

When Ford unveiled its new designs for the 1941 model<br />

year, they offered a full complement of body styles from<br />

sedans to coupes and even a convertible. Only the station<br />

wagons were more expensive with a base price of $950<br />

delivered at the factory, but despite the high price 30,240<br />

copies were produced.<br />

This attractive convertible was treated to a full restoration<br />

a few years back and features the later production<br />

wrap-around trim that adorns both the front and rear<br />

fenders. This is a well-equipped car with bumper wings<br />

and guards on both front and back, fog lights, dual spot<br />

lights and even a rear exhaust deflector. Passenger comfort<br />

isn’t overlooked the standard clock in the dash plus Deluse<br />

radio and recirculating water heater. Finished in Florentine<br />

Blue, it features Navy Blue leather seating surfaces and a tan<br />

canvas folding top and top bows painted body color. This<br />

new for ‘41 design was a winner with a high production<br />

rate. However, time has taken its toll, and few of these cars<br />

remain in this attractive stock configuration.<br />

The Richard Burdick Collection.<br />

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Lot No. 45<br />

1941 Buick Super two-Door<br />

Convertible Coupe<br />

125 HP, 248 cid, Overhead Valve In-Line 8-Cylinder Car,<br />

3-Speed Transmission<br />

Chassis No. 14029I20; Engine No. 66438<strong>10</strong>4<br />

Pre-war Buicks were really a cut above most of the competition<br />

with stunning good looks, high performance engines and a<br />

reputation for quality and endurance. America was starting<br />

to prosper in 1941 as the nation’s economy began to pick up,<br />

higher-end car sales enjoyed a resurgence in popularity. With a<br />

base price of $1,267, a total of 12,181 Super convertible coupes<br />

were produced by Buick that model year. Making this Fireball<br />

Dynaflash engine hum is a dual carburetor set-up that even<br />

includes the very hard to find bat-wing oil bath air cleaner.<br />

This Buick is exercised on a regular basis and during our<br />

inspection it started right up and appeared to be in excellent<br />

tune. It currently is showing just 136 miles on the odometer,<br />

which is believed to be since the restoration was completed.<br />

Finished in Royal Maroon with saddle brown leather seats and<br />

a tan canvas top, it presents an imposing view with its massive<br />

chrome grilles as well as its attractive styling bestowed on<br />

this line by Harley Earl’s design te<strong>am</strong>. This well appointed<br />

car is fitted with a factory radio, heater-defroster plus a clock<br />

mounted in the glove box door. Other items include a driver’s<br />

side spot light, fog lights with Buick logos, and bright metal<br />

trim wings for the wheels. We did notice some minor patina<br />

issues in some areas of bright trim, but this is such a pretty car,<br />

a little blemish will probably go unnoticed.<br />

Lot No. 46<br />

1946 Ford Super Deluxe two-Door<br />

Convertible Coupe<br />

<strong>10</strong>0 HP, 239 cid L-Head V-8 Engines,<br />

3-Speed Transmission<br />

Chassis No. 991-920890<br />

Even before WW II had ended in the Pacific theater, the<br />

OK to resume the building of civilian cars was given to<br />

auto makers, but in limited quantities. Rushing to get<br />

into production, Ford beat the competition in getting the<br />

victorious 1946 post-war season moving. It was a car-hungry<br />

public that was waiting with money in hand to buy the latest<br />

and greatest, which in effect were 1942 models with revised<br />

trim. The convertible coupe, available only in Super Deluxe<br />

trim and with the V-8, was priced at $1,488, and saw a total<br />

of 16,359 copies in that<br />

first season.<br />

This is one of those special first edition post war convertibles,<br />

which has been treated to a full restoration. Finished in a<br />

deep shade called Dyn<strong>am</strong>ic Maroon, this car is just pretty<br />

from every angle. The interior is done in a pleasant gray<br />

motif , which is carried to the dashboard plastic, and a tight<br />

fitting tan top. This car apparently escaped the dealership<br />

without being weighed down by useless accessories, but it<br />

does have a dash mounted radio, clock in the instrument<br />

panel and fresh air recirculating hot water heater. Aside<br />

from its handsome good looks, the only noticeable options<br />

included a front bumper guard, bright metal trim rings for<br />

the wheels and whitewall tires. Ford remains a popular make<br />

<strong>am</strong>ong new car buyers some 66 years ago, and today, the<br />

smart collectors are sure to fall in love with this<br />

beauty’s design and should not be missed.<br />

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Lot No. 47<br />

1946 Plymouth Special Deluxe<br />

Four-Door Sedan<br />

<strong>10</strong>2 HP, 230 cid, L-Head In-Line 6-Cylinder Engine,<br />

3-Speed Transmission<br />

Chassis No. 20178055<br />

Like most automakers of the era, Dodge brushed off the<br />

tooling from their 1942 models, did a quick revision of the<br />

trim and got back into civilian production to feed a<br />

car-hungry public. Dodge was one of the most respected<br />

n<strong>am</strong>es in the industry and the first 1946 models were<br />

snapped up as fast as they c<strong>am</strong>e off the assembly line.<br />

This ex<strong>am</strong>ple is a work-in-progress. Despite its current<br />

presentation, this appears to be a very solid body and we<br />

have been told that its original engine runs out quite well.<br />

We have been told that all of the trim parts are included and<br />

during our inspection we noted some new materials waiting<br />

for installation such as new weather stripping. The odometer<br />

shows just under 72,600 miles which may be from new.<br />

There has been some minor bodywork but no signs of rust<br />

out or major d<strong>am</strong>age. She is an interesting project and being<br />

offered at no reserve.<br />

The Richard Burdick Collection.<br />

Lot No. 48<br />

1947 Studebaker Ch<strong>am</strong>pion<br />

“Starlight” Coupe<br />

85 HP, 196 cid, L-Head In-Line 6-Cylinder Engine,<br />

3-Speed Transmission<br />

Engine No. 3294115<br />

After the end of the WWII, it wasn’t only a race to see who<br />

could get into production first, but it was also a challenge<br />

to see who could come out with a completely new post-war<br />

design. Among the major established carmakers, those<br />

honors went to Studebaker. With rather unique styling<br />

created by the design talents with Raymond Loewy’s<br />

studio, the 1947 line-up of Studebakers was smart looking<br />

and cutting-edge modern. One of the most interesting<br />

innovations in this new line-up were the Starlight coupes.<br />

This ex<strong>am</strong>ple, finished in dark red metallic with a custom<br />

interior using black houndstooth fabric with heavy white<br />

vinyl bolsters, is as modern as they get. Its options list was<br />

typical for the day, radio, heater-defroster and clock, plus<br />

accessory driving lights. With its unique wrap-around<br />

backlight, the Starlight coupes have become a very<br />

desirable body style for both Studebaker and contemporary<br />

enthusiasts alike. While this car is quite presentable in its<br />

current condition, a deep detailing and a little tune-up<br />

would go to help make this car all that much better for its<br />

new owner.<br />

Lot No. 49<br />

1948 Ford Super Deluxe<br />

two-Door Sedan<br />

<strong>10</strong>0 HP, 239 cid, L-Head V-8 Engine,<br />

3-Speed Transmission <strong>·</strong> Chassis No. 899A2162255<br />

In recent years unrestored, well-preserved vehicles sometimes<br />

called “survivors” has really started to catch on with collectors<br />

and by organizers of major shows. This remarkable 1948 Ford is<br />

just such an ex<strong>am</strong>ple, a true survivor. Showing just 21,556 miles<br />

from new, a close inspection of this car will show it has never<br />

been restored, with all the factory bodywork in place. While<br />

portions of its original Dyn<strong>am</strong>ic Maroon paint have worn through<br />

due to over-protective polishing and waxing, there is no sign of<br />

any touch-up or bodywork ever having been performed. Most<br />

remarkable on this car is the interior, which is as near showroom<br />

fresh as possible. Its gray-stripe cloth is still tight and snug with<br />

no sags in the springs, the original material on the door panels<br />

show virtually no wear, and while there is some light soiling, it<br />

still represents how well these cars were assembled. The plastic on<br />

the dashboard shows no drying out or warping, which is common<br />

with these cars and the appointments include an original radio<br />

and clock, but the heater appears to be a period after-market<br />

add-on.<br />

Under the hood, is all original and one area of the car that would<br />

benefit from a sympathetic restoration or at least a touch up.<br />

For the restoration specialist and those who are interested in the<br />

authenticity of just how these cars were put together, this is a rare<br />

chance to purchase what we could best term as a “pattern” car, one<br />

that will set the standard others will want to meet.<br />

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Lot No. 50<br />

1948 Packard 22nd Series Super Eight<br />

Victoria two-Door Convertible<br />

145 HP, 327 cid, L-Head In-Line 8-Cylinder Engine,<br />

3-Speed Transmission <strong>·</strong> VIN: TBA<br />

For Packard, once <strong>am</strong>ong the greatest n<strong>am</strong>es in American luxury<br />

cars, had been on a long, tough road to come back to prosperity,<br />

with plenty of detours and pot-holes along the way. At the on-set<br />

of WW II, all new body styles and the stylish Clipper line looked<br />

promising, but with war production and National Defense a<br />

priority, passenger car production had to be placed on hold.<br />

Knowing there would be a desire for new products once peace was<br />

declared, designers at Packard worked on the next generation of<br />

automobiles. In August 1947, the first of the new 22nd Series were<br />

unveiled and the star of the show was the Victoria convertible.<br />

This stunning ex<strong>am</strong>ple shows just over 61,200 miles, which appears<br />

to be from new. Finished in Cavalier Maroon, with the interior<br />

decked out in long lasting matching vinyl and tan Bedford cloth,<br />

this was the ultimate in luxurious open car motoring when it was<br />

released. New features this year was the Robo Top, which would<br />

raise and lower at the touch of a button, as did the windows,<br />

controlled individually or from the driver’s master control.<br />

Providing a new easy to move, the Prest-O-Justable front seat<br />

allowed for the person behind the wheel to position themselves for<br />

maximum comfort. This ex<strong>am</strong>ple is also equipped with the optional<br />

push button radio as well as the heater defroster with Comfort<br />

Aire design. A fabulous ex<strong>am</strong>ple from a bygone era of hand crafted<br />

motorcars, this will make an elegant addition to the finest collection<br />

of vehicles.<br />

The Richard Burdick Collection.<br />

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Lot No. 51<br />

1948 Chrysler Windsor-Highlander two-Door Convertible<br />

114 HP, 251 cid, L-Head In-Line 6-Cylinder Engine, 3-Speed Fluid Drive Transmission<br />

Chassis No. 70699698; Engine No. 54411747<br />

For the most part, materials used for interiors of standard production cars were kind of boring. That couldn’t be<br />

said about those Chrysler products that were outfitted with the Highlander trim. Bright colors in Scottish plaids<br />

were used to liven up the ride and cradle passengers in the most comfort available. With a base price of $2,424<br />

when new, dealers usually loaded these cars up with extras that could take the price quite a bit higher, and build up<br />

their profit margins.<br />

This Highlander convertible is finished in Gloss Black and has the red tartan cloth that made these cars so special.<br />

It was treated to a fr<strong>am</strong>e-off restoration a few years back and looks showroom fresh, ready for the show circuit or to<br />

be enjoyed on the road. Among the extras packed into this car is the push-button radio, heater-defroster and dash<br />

mounted clock. Also including are the under-dash courtesy lights, windshield washer system and a driver’s side<br />

spotlight. There was plenty of power in the Chrysler 6-cylinder engines, which did quite well with regular gas due<br />

to their Spitfire heads creation a 6.6:1 compression ratio. This vehicle is also equipped with the Chrysler’s exclusive<br />

Center Be<strong>am</strong> headlights. This is an outstanding ex<strong>am</strong>ple that would be a pleasure to drive and a treasure to own.<br />

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Lot No. 52<br />

1948 Pontiac Silver-Streak 8 torpedo<br />

Deluxe Convertible Coupe<br />

<strong>10</strong>8 HP, 249 cid, L-Head In-Line 8-Cylinder Engine,<br />

Hydr<strong>am</strong>atic Automatic Transmission<br />

Chassis No. P8PA17516<br />

Another favorite in the Burdick collection, this Pontiac<br />

convertible is a veteran of the Great American race and<br />

is currently set up with highly calibrated speedometers<br />

and a very accurate clock. Take away those items and you<br />

have a rather nice and rarely seen automobile. After WW<br />

II, Pontiac had dusted off its 1942 tooling and gotten back<br />

into production as quick as possible. Sales were strong but<br />

convertible production was a bit limited.<br />

This road ready drop-top is finished in a light yellow, which<br />

Pontiac marketed it as Frances Ivory, while the interior is<br />

quite attractive with a black and yellow theme. It is well<br />

appointed with extras such as turn signals, push-button<br />

radio, heater-defroster and dual spot lights. There are some<br />

upgrades found under the hood such as power steering.<br />

This car also has operational driving lights plus attractive<br />

trim rings to accent the hubcaps and whitewall tires. This<br />

convertible has seen some use and sports a couple of minor<br />

scratches in the finish, but the chrome work, and there is<br />

plenty of that, is bright and clear as are the windows and<br />

windshield. Pontiac promoted these cars by touting; “A fine<br />

car made finer”, and this attractive convertible is about as<br />

fine you as you could hope for.<br />

The Richard Burdick Collection.<br />

Lot No. 53<br />

1948 Kaiser Special<br />

Four-Door Sedan<br />

<strong>10</strong>0 HP, 226 cid, L-Head Continental In-Line 6-Cylinder<br />

Engine, 3-Speed Transmission<br />

VIN: TBD<br />

Despite being introduced as a brand new make of car in<br />

1947, for 1948 Kaiser promoted over two dozen changes from<br />

their first models. However, many of these changes were<br />

rather minor and only the most curious of sleuths could pick<br />

them out. One major change from the earlier cars was a new<br />

head design that brought the compression ratio up to 7.3:1<br />

from its original 6.8:1. Kaiser’s designs were innovative with<br />

slab-side bodies totally devoid of fender lines, doors that<br />

encompassed the entire height of the body, and construction<br />

was some of the best in the industry.<br />

This Buckeye Maroon sedan was treated to a fr<strong>am</strong>e-on<br />

restoration a number of years ago. The interior fabrics<br />

were replicated in a modern velour done in burgundy with<br />

silver-gray fabric on the door panels. It is equipped with a<br />

factory installed “Air Conditioner”, which for Kaiser meant<br />

heater-defroster rather than a cooling system. It appears<br />

this car was never equipped with a radio as the chrome<br />

plated blank-out plate is still in place. All of the original<br />

style plastic knobs and trim items have survived including<br />

the hard-to-find Kaiser-emblem door plates. This beauty is a<br />

little piece of American automotive history at<br />

your command.<br />

Lot No. 54<br />

1948 Lincoln Continental<br />

two-Door Coupe<br />

130 HP, 305 cid, L-Head V-12 Engine,<br />

3-Speed Transmission <strong>·</strong> Chassis No. 8H175765<br />

Considered one of the most beautiful creations to ever come out<br />

of Ford Motor Company’s design studio, and a pet project of the<br />

company President, Edsel B. Ford, the Lincoln Continental is a<br />

hand-crafted masterpiece on wheels. One of the few post-war<br />

cars that is recognized and welcomed by the Classic Car Club of<br />

America, the basic architecture of this model has set the standard<br />

of what a luxury vehicle should be.<br />

This interesting ex<strong>am</strong>ple is one of 847 coupes produced which<br />

truly was the end of an era. Powered by the one of last production<br />

V-12 engines built in the USA, these cars were assembled on a<br />

special line at the Lincoln plant in Detroit, Michigan. This car<br />

appears to have been given a cosmetic restoration a number of<br />

years ago. Today it does show a patina of time and some wear<br />

and tear, but it is a solid and complete car. Fitted with the grille<br />

mounted fog lights, it has its original hood orn<strong>am</strong>ent, plus the<br />

vent window guards, both fender skirts and that trademark<br />

“Continental” rear mounted spare tire. It is also fitted with original<br />

radio, clock, heater and hydraulically operated power windows.<br />

We have been told that this is a turnkey ready to go car, but has<br />

been on display for a number of years so a bit of an awakening<br />

would be recommended. Considered a “classic” from the day it<br />

was new, this could be very a Continental moment for the new<br />

owner with plenty of admirers of the finest designs in automobiles.<br />

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Lot No. 55<br />

1949 Di<strong>am</strong>ond-t D201 1-ton<br />

Pick-Up truck<br />

91 HP, 237 cid, L-Head In-Line 6-Cylinder Engine, 4-Speed<br />

Transmission<br />

Chassis No. 2015376; Engine No. T746681<br />

Di<strong>am</strong>ond-T headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, was established<br />

in 1905, but did not produce until 1907. These were high quality<br />

passenger cars and were well respected. In 1911, a customer asked<br />

if Di<strong>am</strong>ond T could produce a truck, so the founder, C. A. Tilt, set<br />

out to make that dre<strong>am</strong> come true. So successful were his endeavors<br />

that from that time on, up into the early 1960’s, commercial vehicles<br />

would be their only products. The D201 was known as “The Cadillac<br />

of Trucks”, and its front end styling took several cues from several<br />

1930’s era models of America’s luxury car. Engines were supplied<br />

by Hercules, using the QXLD-5 version of this dependable flathead<br />

design which supplied plenty torque and reliable power.<br />

This truck appears to have been given a fr<strong>am</strong>e on restoration a<br />

number of years ago. Finished in red, as most were, it has a single<br />

bench seat in heavy duty saddle brown vinyl. We noticed a few small<br />

waves in some of the panels, to be expected with over 60 years of<br />

hard labor under its belt, and the engine compartment looks like<br />

it is ready to open for business. There are few extras, with a spare<br />

tire mounted to the right side of the pickup bed and the crank out<br />

windshield being two of its biggest features. This pickup is not meant<br />

for lightweights, it was rated at a full ton, but could probably carry a<br />

lot more if the need should arise. A very interesting ex<strong>am</strong>ple that is<br />

sought after and has a dedicated group of collectors, with this truck,<br />

you will that it is a jewel, far from being a di<strong>am</strong>ond in the rough!<br />

The Richard Burdick Collection.<br />

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Lot No. 56<br />

1950 Ford Custom two-Door Sedan<br />

<strong>10</strong>0 HP, 239 cid, L-Head V-8 Engine,<br />

3-Speed Transmission<br />

Chassis No. B0SP113171<br />

Many historians credit the design of the 1949 Ford as having<br />

saved Ford Motor Company from certain death. While it had<br />

been rushed into production and there were some flaws to iron<br />

out, it was a sales success and put Ford back on the path to<br />

prosperity. The following year the advertising touted that Ford<br />

was now “50 ways Finer in 1950”. There were a number of small<br />

changes such as revised parking lights, the use of a fuel-filler<br />

door to conceal the gas cap and one of the most important<br />

changes, the introduction of the f<strong>am</strong>ous Ford keystone logo.<br />

This popular sedan wearing its original color of Palisades Green,<br />

is a solid ex<strong>am</strong>ple that was produced at Ford’s Twin Cities plant<br />

in Minnesota. However, from the look of this car, it never had to<br />

put up with the rough winters or salted roads. While this Ford<br />

has had a re-spray, most of the rest of this sedan is as it left the<br />

factory. Even the hand-scrawled “rotation” number placed on the<br />

firewall during assembly, is still quite visible. Accessories were a<br />

big part of any sale in 1950, and this car had typical equipment<br />

for the day, Magic-Aire heater-defroster, push-button radio,<br />

and an oil-bath air cleaner under the hood. One extra probably<br />

added at a later date is a Ford embossed exhaust deflector. Fords<br />

produced from 1949 to 1951, are today known as the Shoebox era<br />

and have become quite collectible in recent years. Recognized by<br />

fans of the early (flathead) V-8’s as well as those who love cars of<br />

the 1950’s, this ex<strong>am</strong>ple is sure to turn heads.<br />

Lot No. 57<br />

1950 Ford F1 1/2-ton Pick-Up truck<br />

200 HP (Est), 302 cid Overhead Valve V-8 Engine,<br />

3-Speed Automatic Transmission<br />

VIN: 97HC312985<br />

Considered the longest continuous series in motor vehicle<br />

history, Ford has been building trucks in their “F” series<br />

since the 1948 model year. Featuring both rock-solid<br />

performance and an ability to handle the toughest jobs,<br />

combined with stylish good looks, the F-series of trucks<br />

were winners when this truck was produced.<br />

Under the hood is a late model small block Ford, but the<br />

modifications go a lot further on this truck. Upgraded<br />

suspension and brakes make the ride swift and sure, while<br />

the visual changes are quite impressive. Up front the<br />

original grille has been detailed to blend in with the rest of<br />

the styling motif, while to the rear of the truck tail lights<br />

have been placed behind the metal bumper. The wood<br />

flooring of the pickup bed looks like it has lead a life of east<br />

and the truck is riding on a set of Panther 5-spoked chrome<br />

wheels. Another modification is the latching device to the<br />

tailgate which, has done away with those chains and “J”<br />

hooks originally supplied by Ford. Texas is pickup country<br />

and this F1 is sure to be a winner wherever it goes.<br />

Please Note: This vehicle carries non-conforming VIN<br />

placement. It is neither a manufacturer’s nor a state issued<br />

plate. It does have a state issued title. It may be subject to<br />

inspection and a state issued VIN bonding may be required,<br />

buyer assumes this responsibility. <strong>Dan</strong> <strong>Kruse</strong> <strong>Classics</strong> will<br />

be held harmless in this process.<br />

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Lot No. 58<br />

1950 Packard Custom Eight<br />

Four-Door Sedan<br />

300 HP (est.), 350 cid, Chevrolet Overhead Valve V-8<br />

Engines, Turbo Hydr<strong>am</strong>atic Automatic Transmission<br />

VIN 2362529424<br />

About the best term for this sedan would have to be<br />

“Resto-Mod” From the exterior there is little to give away<br />

all the upgrades it has, which makes driving this car<br />

as comfortable as driving a brand new sedan. From its<br />

ch<strong>am</strong>pagne metallic finish to the passenger cabin, which<br />

looks much like it had when new, there is little to give<br />

away that it has an up-to-date running gear and plenty of<br />

modern-day <strong>am</strong>enities. Under the hood is a crate-motor<br />

from General Motors, along with a power steering system,<br />

power brakes and an R134A air-conditioning system. With<br />

all electrics changed over to 12-volts, there are other benefits<br />

such as a concealed AM-FM radio/tape player that can keep<br />

you caught up with the latest news or play all the oldies<br />

your could ever wish to hear.<br />

The workmanship on this Packard is at the s<strong>am</strong>e professional<br />

level this car received when it was new. From the cormorant<br />

hood orn<strong>am</strong>ent to the f<strong>am</strong>ily crest done in multi-color<br />

cloisonné en<strong>am</strong>el, none of the respect this marque had when<br />

new has been lost. She is turn-key ready to hit the road, and<br />

leave on a cross-country trip in true elegance and style.<br />

The Richard Burdick Collection.<br />

Lot No. 59<br />

1951 Dodge Wayfarer Sportabout<br />

two-Door Convertible<br />

<strong>10</strong>3 HP, 230 cid, L-Head In-Line 6-Cylinder Engine,<br />

3-Speed Transmission<br />

VIN: 37149919<br />

Nothing could have been much more fun that driving a<br />

little convertible coupe in the early 1950’s and this Dodge<br />

Wayfarer would have fit the bill perfectly. When this series<br />

had been introduced the previous season, the open car was a<br />

true roadster in that it had no roll-up windows in the doors.<br />

While this might have been a sporty touch for the hearty<br />

motorists, Americans were a bit more comfort conscious, so<br />

the 1951 edition did have real glass windows that helped<br />

keep the elements at bay. Base price for this car was $1,884,<br />

which was a few dollars less that the entry-level 2-door<br />

sedan. Still, just 1,002 of these Sportabouts were produced<br />

for the 1951 model year making it the rarest model<br />

by production.<br />

This ex<strong>am</strong>ple appears to be a mostly original car finished in<br />

its original Sea Mist Green with complimenting burgundy<br />

heavy-duty vinyl for the seats and tan fabric to the top.<br />

As with all Dodge passenger cars this season it has full<br />

instrumentation plus optional push button radio and a<br />

heater-defroster unit. Under the hood is complete but is<br />

basically un-restored. With so few of these cars produced,<br />

it is a rare opportunity to find one for sale anywhere in the<br />

world. Before the world of compacts, this was economy<br />

motoring in its day and sure to be smile winning<br />

motoring today.<br />

Lot No. 60<br />

1951 Pontiac “La B<strong>am</strong>ba”<br />

Stre<strong>am</strong>liner two-Door Sedan<br />

375 HP, 472 cid Cadillac Overhead Valve V-8 Engine,<br />

Turbo Hydr<strong>am</strong>atic Automatic Transmission<br />

VIN: P6US19351<br />

Without a doubt, this Pontiac is the wildest car to ever be<br />

a part of the Burdick collection. This is really a remarkable<br />

piece of rolling artwork from the sculpted bodywork<br />

including the Frenched headlights to the dual radio<br />

antennas recessed into the passenger side door, everywhere<br />

you look you will find a custom touch. It has been nosed<br />

and decked, trim and handles have been shaved and the<br />

bumpers were transplanted from a 1949 Plymouth before<br />

being molded into the bodywork of this car. Nothing has<br />

been overlooked in the interior from the skillfully added<br />

gauges mounted in the dash and angled towards the driver,<br />

to the concealed AM-FM CD player. You can’t be cool in a<br />

car like this without air conditioning, and a modern R134A<br />

system has been installed. From the Appleton spot lights to<br />

the custom wheel covers this Pontiac is dripping with style,<br />

and it has a long list of awards and trophies it has won as its<br />

workmanship and design have won the hearts of thousands.<br />

She is a very unique vehicle, a true one-of-a-kind that would<br />

look good in only the most selective of collections.<br />

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Lot No.61<br />

1952 Buick Special Riviera<br />

two-Door Hardtop<br />

120 HP, 263 cid, Overhead Valve In-Line 8-Cylinder<br />

Engine, 3-Speed Transmission<br />

VIN 16609360; Engine No. 68588614<br />

Back in the early 1950’s, a car’s grille spoke volumes about<br />

what type of machine it was, and what type of person owned<br />

it. When you saw a Buick from this era, you knew they were<br />

powerful and they deserved your respect, in many ways,<br />

even more so than someone in a Cadillac. While the Special<br />

series was Buick’s entry-level line, it was still an impressive<br />

vehicle. From its big “valve-in-head” eight to the new<br />

Dynaflow transmissions, it built a reputation of performance<br />

with, nearly 120,000 customers moving over to this line of<br />

automobiles. Touted as “racy and road-steady” they were<br />

promoted as being “a lively performer that’s deluxe<br />

finished throughout”.<br />

This sharp ex<strong>am</strong>ple is presented in its original color scheme<br />

of gloss black over yellow and it is well appointed with<br />

original radio, heater-defroster, backup lights, full wheel<br />

covers and even a tissue dispenser. It looks to be basically<br />

original with no body or interior modifications and the<br />

engine compartment also appears to be complete with its<br />

unique air-cleaner. These big Buicks have a lot of appeal in<br />

today’s world of “jelly bean” cars, with its unique side sweep<br />

stainless trim and massive front bumper-grille combination,<br />

this is not the type of car you take lightly or have a tendency<br />

to forget.<br />

The Richard Burdick Collection.<br />

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Lot No. 62<br />

1953 Chevrolet Bel Air<br />

two-Door Hardtop<br />

<strong>10</strong>8 HP, 236 cid, Overhead Valve<br />

In-Line 6-Cylinder Engine, 3-Speed Manual Transmission<br />

VIN: C53K039761<br />

Chevrolet had been first on the scene in the low-price field<br />

with a real pillar less hardtop with its introduction of the<br />

Bel Air Sport Coupe in 1950. For 1953, the Bel Air had<br />

expanded to become Chevy’s top-of-the-line series and one<br />

of the most stylish models that season continued to be the<br />

hardtop. Featuring all new sheet metal that year it was a<br />

sales winner, helped by the larger displacement six in all<br />

models. Styling was quite attractive, they would go on to<br />

own the No. 1 sales spot in the U.S. auto market.<br />

Finished with a C<strong>am</strong>pus Cre<strong>am</strong> roof over the Saddle Brown<br />

metallic body, this attractive car is ready to go. Restored<br />

back to its original configuration, the odometer shows just<br />

under 74,200 miles, which may be from new. Equipped with<br />

a factory original AM push-button radio, heater-defroster<br />

and clock mounted in the instrument cluster, the popularity<br />

of these cars continues to this day. Under the hood is clean<br />

and tidy with the “Blue Fl<strong>am</strong>e Six” detailed and wearing<br />

its original oil bath air-cleaner. While Chevy’s main<br />

competition might have had a V-8, the performance of this<br />

six was more than adequate and once you have inspected<br />

this car, you’ll want to put your hand in the air and see why<br />

owning a Chevrolet can make a difference.<br />

Lot No. 63<br />

1953 Kaiser Deluxe Four-Door Sedan<br />

118 HP, 226 cid, L-Head Continental Red Seal In-Line<br />

6-Cylinder Engines, 3-Speed Transmission<br />

VIN: K531<strong>10</strong>04921<br />

One of the most distinctively designed post-war American<br />

automobiles was the Kaiser, which claimed that f<strong>am</strong>ed<br />

stylist Howard “Dutch” Darrin had been the stylist. Aimed<br />

to fill a niche in medium price field, it had been a tough road<br />

to go for this new brand of automobile. When the second<br />

generation of Kaisers were released in 1951, they were<br />

hailed as innovative and stylish, but the buying public was<br />

still a little skeptical and seemed to have more trust in the<br />

established brands in this market range.<br />

By 1953, Kaiser was promoting their vehicles as being<br />

“Safety-First” automobiles, safest on the road. Interior<br />

styling was attractive, even on the lower-priced models,<br />

and with an engine from a proven supplier, there were few<br />

mechanical worries. This ex<strong>am</strong>ple, finished in Jade Green<br />

appears to be a survivor without any real restoration.<br />

Showing just under 67,150 miles, it has the patina of age<br />

but has not been abused, nor are there any signs of rust-out<br />

or accident repair. It is equipped with its original radio,<br />

clock plus heater-defroster and one special luxury, window<br />

shades for all four doors. A rather unusual and unique car,<br />

it might be the perfect gift for your wife or girlfriend, where<br />

you could surprise her with a Kaiser.<br />

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Lot No. 64<br />

1954 Studebaker Ch<strong>am</strong>pion<br />

“Starlight” Coupe<br />

85 HP, 169.6 cid L-Head In-Line 6-Cylinder Engine, 3-Speed<br />

Transmission with Overdrive<br />

VIN: <strong>10</strong>94371 (replacement VIN issued by State of California)<br />

Without hesitation, one of the most attractive American cars<br />

ever produced was the 1953 Studebaker with design from the<br />

talented genius Raymond Loewy. For 1954, only very minor<br />

changes were incorporated leaving his clean, smooth lines<br />

intact. With a sleek, low profile, these cars looked like speeding<br />

bullets even when they were standing still. Studebaker offered<br />

a full range of models from the economy of a six to the power of<br />

a V-8, from the f<strong>am</strong>ily friendly four-door sedan to a sporty little<br />

coupe, such as the ex<strong>am</strong>ple offered here.<br />

Finished in a Polar White paint scheme, Loewy’s theme of<br />

“Less is More” is seen with this car. From the stylized “S” hood<br />

orn<strong>am</strong>ent to the overall profile of its body, the composition is<br />

spot on. The interior is finished in red vinyl, and the dashboard<br />

is simple and functional, while attractively adorned with<br />

chrome trim. It appears the first owner did not want a radio<br />

as it had a blank-out plate in its place, but to maybe make that<br />

first owner feel guilty, the letters R-A-D-I-O are placed where<br />

the station selector push-buttons would have been. Under<br />

the hood is clean and tidy with the original, hard-to-find air<br />

cleaner. Everything is right for this car including the gold-center<br />

full wheel covers. One of the most desirable and attractive<br />

American cars, this Starlight Coupe is a beauty to behold.<br />

(Note: the original VIN tag appears to still be on the car on the<br />

left door j<strong>am</strong>b)<br />

The Richard Burdick Collection.<br />

Lot No. 65<br />

1954 Hudson Jet Liner<br />

Four-Door Sedan<br />

<strong>10</strong>4+ HP, 202 cid, L-Head In-Line 6-Cylinder Engine With<br />

“Twin-H” Induction, Hydr<strong>am</strong>atic Automatic Transmission<br />

Chassis No. 3291960, Body No. 5737<br />

Hoping to expand their market presence in the early 1950’s,<br />

Hudson brought out the compact Jet in 1953. It wasn’t overly<br />

fancy and offered in two or four-door sedan selections and<br />

used smaller engines than the full-size cars. Unfortunately, it<br />

also wasn’t economical to buy, priced at just $360 under the<br />

base full-size Wasp sedans, or worse yet a customer could buy<br />

a new full-size Ford or Chevrolet sedan with a more powerful<br />

in-line six, for a few hundred dollars less. In its two years of<br />

production only 21,143 Hudson Jets were produced.<br />

Despite their low numbers, the Jet was really a pretty good car<br />

and this ex<strong>am</strong>ple has been made better. Under the hood the<br />

Twin-H set-up is immediately recognizable, and to make this<br />

car that much better the electrical system has been upgraded<br />

to 12-volts. Also added is a modern R134A air-conditioning<br />

system that makes this all that more cool to operate. A<br />

concealed modern audio system has also been installed,<br />

but the original factory radio is still mounted in the original<br />

attractive dashboard. Finished in an attractive combination of<br />

white over red, the interior is finished in matching vinyl trim.<br />

Hudson owners were a loyal bunch, but no matter how much<br />

they might have wanted a compact version, it just couldn’t<br />

happen. This is a rare opportunity to own a prime ex<strong>am</strong>ple of<br />

a little car that would have found success if only it could have<br />

been priced more attractively.<br />

Lot No. 66<br />

1955 Ford thunderbird Convertible<br />

198 HP, 292 cid, Overhead Valve V-8 Engine,<br />

Automatic Transmission<br />

VIN: P5FH152507<br />

When Ford introduced its sporty Thunderbird for the 1955<br />

model year, it was an instant success. Surely, more f<strong>am</strong>ily<br />

sedans were sold than these little two-seaters, but it was the<br />

T-bird that the kids wanted to see that got mom and dad into<br />

the dealership. This beautiful ex<strong>am</strong>ple exhibits very straight<br />

body lines and appears to be a very solid ride. Born on<br />

February <strong>10</strong>th, 1955, its appearance today is like it was when<br />

new, red with the red and white vinyl trim and white<br />

soft-top. It has been upgraded to a 12-volt system and<br />

features a 1956 era steering wheel and a modern radio and<br />

tape player. It retains its original clock, tachometer and very<br />

desirable chrome wire wheel covers. This is a very unique<br />

opportunity to own an American classic being offered at<br />

no reserve.<br />

Vehicles not in the sale will<br />

be moved to Dick’s Classic<br />

Garage museum in San Marcos,<br />

Texas. The museum is a part<br />

of the Central Texas Museum<br />

of Automotive History and was<br />

founded in 1980 by Mr. Burdick. The museum is dedicated to the<br />

preservation and display of the history of the automobile from the<br />

30’s through the ‘50’s and is a 501(c)3, non-profit organization.<br />

For more information on the museum and its collection, visit<br />

dicksclassicgarage.com or call 512.878.2406.<br />

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Lot No. 67<br />

1955 Austin-Healey <strong>10</strong>0M<br />

two-Door Roadster<br />

1<strong>10</strong> HP, 2660 cc, Overhead Valve In-Line 4-Cylinder Engine,<br />

4-Speed Transmission with Overdrive<br />

Chassis No. BN2L230235<br />

Introduced late in the 1955 season, the second generation of the<br />

little <strong>10</strong>0-4 roadster saw a number of improvements such as a new<br />

4-speed transmission, improved valves and increased carburetion.<br />

While this car really put Austin-Healey on the map it was its exploits<br />

on racetracks around the world that would win it legions of fans,<br />

especially with the “M” or Le Mans version. Using a curved Plexiglas<br />

windscreen rather than the regular production unit was one weight<br />

saving edge, and the louvered hood with a leather hold-down strap<br />

were safety features. Most important was the pair of 1.75” H6/SU<br />

carbs combined with a tuned suspension that really allowed this car to<br />

take so many checkered flags.<br />

This ex<strong>am</strong>ple has been finished in red and is ready to hit the track.<br />

From the knock-off argent painted wire wheels to the well-detailed<br />

engine compartment, this car is ready to go. The passenger side<br />

door has been secured so it won’t open during competition, and the<br />

wood-grain steering wheels adds to the flavor of a real sports car. We<br />

also spotted an oil-cooler up-front and the bodywork looks to be in<br />

serviceable condition. This car has been raced and with no signs of a<br />

major crash it does show stress from its share of track time. While the<br />

odometer shows over 28,000 miles we do not know its true mileage.<br />

With a little mechanical attention, this little Austin-Healey would be<br />

a great addition and sure to bring plenty of fun to those who get to<br />

experience its handling and performance.<br />

The Richard Burdick Collection.<br />

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Lot No. 68<br />

1956 Buick Special Riviera<br />

two-Door Hardtop<br />

220 HP, 322 cid, Overhead Valve V-8 Engine, Dynaflow<br />

Automatic Transmission<br />

VIN: 4C2055724<br />

When better cars were built, it was Buick that often built<br />

them back in the 1950’s. For those who thought that a<br />

Cadillac was maybe a bit too pretentious, the Buick was<br />

a wonderful substitute. For the entry-level Buick buyer,<br />

the Special series was perfect and one of the most popular<br />

models was the “46R” 2-door hardtop presented here.<br />

Finished in its original color scheme of black and white,<br />

this is basically an original car with a California heritage.<br />

The interior is trimmed with red vinyl and luxurious black<br />

fabric, and features a new for 1956, instrument cluster and<br />

accessories on the dashboard including the Sonomatic<br />

push-button radio, electric clock, and heater defroster. While<br />

the Special may have been the most economical Buick in the<br />

line-up this wasn’t a stripped-down loss-leader for it has<br />

power steering, brakes, windows, seats and even the radio<br />

antenna. One up-grade is the recent addition of a modern<br />

air-conditioning unit using the R134A refrigerant helping<br />

keep this car extra cool. It is still wearing its California black<br />

plates, which were issued to this car in 1963, and from our<br />

inspection, we found no issues with any rust-out or any<br />

signs of accident repair. Big, bold and beautiful, this 1956<br />

Buick is a very unique opportunity to own a very desirable<br />

and attractive hardtop from the mid-1950’s.<br />

Lot No. 69<br />

1956 oldsmobile Super 88 Holiday<br />

two-Door Hardtop<br />

240 HP, 324 cid Overhead Valve V-8 Engine, Hydr<strong>am</strong>atic<br />

Automatic Transmission<br />

VIN: 567K16862<br />

When it c<strong>am</strong>e to horsepower, Oldsmobile took a backseat<br />

to few others in the 1950’s, with its Rocket V-8’s and cutting<br />

edge engineering. Styling was also a strong point with Olds,<br />

and the 1956 models proved that. From the wide-mouth<br />

grille surrounded by a massive chrome plated bumper to the<br />

jet-fire inspired taillights mounted high on the rear quarter<br />

panels, you knew you were looking at an Oldsmobile.<br />

This outstanding ex<strong>am</strong>ple is an icon of what colorful<br />

motoring was in the mid-1950’s. Finished in its original<br />

colors of Festival Red and Alcan White, its two-tone scheme<br />

is even more outstanding today than it was over 55 years<br />

ago. With a matching interior carried out in two-tone<br />

vinyl, the dashboard reflects the exterior styling with<br />

massive <strong>am</strong>ounts of attractive chrome plating that houses<br />

the original Super Deluxe push-button radio, the easy to<br />

read clock and controls for the heater-defroster and other<br />

motoring needs. Under the hood houses that mighty V-8<br />

engine with its chrome plated valve covers and<br />

dual-scoop air-cleaner mounted atop the four-barrel<br />

carburetor. Everywhere you look, the Oldsmobile for 1956<br />

was Rocket inspired from the beautiful hood orn<strong>am</strong>ent to<br />

the side trim, from a time when we were on the edge of<br />

the space age, and what better way to travel than in this<br />

Holiday hardtop from Oldsmobile.<br />

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Lot No. 70<br />

1956 Chevrolet Corvette two-Door<br />

Convertible (with Removable Hardtop)<br />

225 HP, 265 cid Overhead Valve V-8 with Dual 4-Barrel<br />

Carburetors, 3-Speed Manual Transmission<br />

VIN: DRF53290 (State of Florida assigned number)<br />

Corvette was America’s first real sports car and the 1956 models<br />

would secure its future through outstanding performance,<br />

improved construction techniques and the tenacity of one man,<br />

Zora Arkus-Duntov. Sales of the little sports car had been weak<br />

with just 700 units produced in 1955. Chevrolet was ready to<br />

pull the plug on this experiment, except for the persistence of<br />

Duntov who was assisted by the father of the Chevrolet small<br />

-block, Ed Cole. Together they convinced Chevrolet’s marketing<br />

te<strong>am</strong> to allow one more year of production for the car to<br />

“prove” it’s self and it did quite well.<br />

This fully restored ex<strong>am</strong>ple represents one of the best looking<br />

cars ever produced. Finished in Venetian Red with a Polo White<br />

scallop, this car has outstanding workmanship where the body<br />

panels line up with the hood, deck-lid and doors all gapped at<br />

or above factory specs. Under the hood, the dual four-barrel<br />

carbs roar to life to make this a formidable competitor on<br />

any road-race circuit or just to get from point A to point B in<br />

the shortest possible time. It is also equipped with the very<br />

desirable removable hardtop, as well as spinner wheel covers,<br />

and full instrumentation including clock and tachometer. One<br />

upgrade has been the addition of a recent aftermarket AM-FM<br />

stereo system. This is an opportunity to buy one of the first<br />

generations of America’s sports car, and these straight-axle<br />

early models continue to command strong values under all<br />

market conditions.<br />

The Richard Burdick Collection.<br />

Lot No. 71<br />

1956 Cadillac Sedan deVille<br />

Four-Door Hardtop<br />

285 HP, 365 cid Overhead Valve V-8 Engine,<br />

Automatic Transmission<br />

Chassis No. 5662034019<br />

In the 1950’s, nothing said success like Cadillac. Any Cadillac<br />

was a good thing, but moving up from the base Series 62<br />

line, you had to admire the new Sedan de Ville. The idea of<br />

a four-door closed car that, when the windows were rolled<br />

down offered open-car “freshness” had first been introduced<br />

the previous season. This unique ex<strong>am</strong>ple appears to<br />

wearing its original paint in the unique color combination<br />

of Alpine White over Taupe, and its interior is trimmed with<br />

black brocade fabric and leather bolsters.<br />

Cadillac’s “de Ville” models were well appointed with<br />

power steering, brakes, windows and seats all standard, and<br />

if ordered with a radio, even the antenna was powered to<br />

raise and lower electrically. One popular, but very expensive<br />

accessory of the day was air-conditioning, of which this<br />

ex<strong>am</strong>ple is equipped. This car appears to have been in<br />

storage for quite some time and would benefit greatly from<br />

a major detailing, especially under the hood. Showing just<br />

over 67,000 miles, it looks like this could be from new, which<br />

would make this Cadillac a very luxurious survivor.<br />

Lot No. 72<br />

1957 Chevrolet Bel Air<br />

two-Door Convertible<br />

220 HP, 283 cid Overhead Valve V-8 Engine,<br />

3-Speed Manual Transmission<br />

VIN: VC57N173992<br />

Considered the most iconic American car from the 1950’s,<br />

the Chevrolet Bel Air for 1957 is the one car that every car<br />

collector should own. With its unique styling from the<br />

“Frenched” styled headlights to the chrome trim adorned<br />

chrome, these cars represent everything that is right. This<br />

year the small block V-8 engine that had been introduced<br />

two years earlier, was enlarged and improved, and this car is<br />

equipped with the four-barrel version known as the Power-<br />

Pack. Finished in Tropical Turquoise, it features a matching<br />

all vinyl interior and a tight fitting convertible soft top.<br />

Treated to a full restoration several years ago and well<br />

maintained since, this beauty is fully outfitted with such<br />

extras as a “Continental-Style” rear deck tire carrier, electric<br />

windshield wipers, fender skirts, spinner style wheel covers,<br />

original heater-defroster, and a clock. Mounted in the<br />

dashboard is an aftermarket AM-FM stereo system and for<br />

safety, seat belts. One alteration is the auxiliary horn button<br />

mounted under the dashboard. With laser-straight smooth<br />

sheet metal, one of the most attractive color schemes you<br />

could imagine and a never-ending string of admirers, this<br />

Bel Air convertible is one that will not only boost your ego,<br />

but will retain its value.<br />

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Lot No. 73<br />

1957 Mercury Montclair<br />

two-Door Hardtop<br />

290 HP, 368 cid Overhead Valve V-8 Engine,<br />

Push-Button Automatic Transmission<br />

Chassis No. 57LA29661M<br />

From the initial launch of Mercury in 1939, many critics claimed it<br />

was little more than a glorified, slightly larger Ford. That comparison<br />

was thrown out the window when the totally new 1957’s were<br />

introduced with what was touted “Dre<strong>am</strong> Car Design”. Montclair<br />

was considered the mid-level trim this year sandwiched between<br />

Monterey and the new Turnpike Cruisers. In that series the top-seller<br />

was the 2-door hardtop with 30,111 being produced.<br />

This handsome ex<strong>am</strong>ple is powered by the s<strong>am</strong>e engine as the<br />

Turnpike Cruiser and is loaded with extras. Under the hood one will<br />

find power steering and brakes, the latter being the GM developed<br />

Treadle-Vac system, plus original windshield washer operated in<br />

unison with the wipers. On the exterior this car has the new<br />

four-headlight system touted as Quadra-Be<strong>am</strong>, an extra-cost option<br />

this year. Mounted in the rear bumper pods are the large safety<br />

reflectors and on the front fender, a swept back radio antenna. Interior<br />

appointments include push-button shifting for the transmission,<br />

also an original radio plus heater-defroster and tinted glass. A rather<br />

attractive car, this Mercury shows only the slightest patina of use and<br />

it is possible that the 25,200 miles showing on the odometer may be<br />

from new. Nothing was more futuristic than Mercury for the 1957<br />

model year, and today 55 years later it is still an icon of American<br />

design and engineering.<br />

The Richard Burdick Collection.<br />

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Lot No. 74<br />

1965 Buick Skylark GS<br />

two-Door Coupe<br />

325 HP, 401 cid, Overhead Valve V-8 Engine, Floor Shift<br />

Automatic Transmission <strong>·</strong> VIN: 444375Z115477<br />

In 1961, a new compact line was born to the Buick brand and<br />

took up the previously used Special series n<strong>am</strong>e. A sporty<br />

edition of this little car also used a n<strong>am</strong>e from Buick’s past,<br />

the Skylark. In 1963, the little compact grew into more of a<br />

mid-size car. With the success for Pontiac’s GTO, in 1965 Buick<br />

engineered a way to squeeze their big “nail-head” V-8 under the<br />

hood which created the Gran Sport, or GS package. While sales<br />

of the GS were somewhat limited, it did act in bringing people<br />

into Buick showrooms and that was half the battle won.<br />

This sharp ex<strong>am</strong>ple is one of just 2,282 GS coupes produced in<br />

its initial season, and it is in near perfect condition. Skylarks that<br />

were designated as “GS” models, were treated differently than<br />

other cars on the assembly line. Starting with using a reinforced<br />

convertible chassis, all suspension components were beefed<br />

up through the use of heavy duty items like shock absorbers<br />

and springs. Finished in light yellow officially called B<strong>am</strong>boo<br />

Cre<strong>am</strong>, this ex<strong>am</strong>ple has a black vinyl bucket seats as well as a<br />

black vinyl top, and those unique GS wheels are wearing redline<br />

tires, along with power steering and brakes. The interior<br />

is pure stock with the exception of a later model Sony AM-FM<br />

tape player and Pioneer speakers mounted in the rear package<br />

tray. Buick’s GS would prove to be a popular addition to the<br />

muscle-car world and the new owner of this ex<strong>am</strong>ple is sure to<br />

be surprised at how others will admire this beauty.<br />

Lot No. 75<br />

1967 Chevrolet Chevelle SS<br />

two-Door Hardtop<br />

350 HP, 396 cid Overhead Valve V-8 Engine,<br />

4-Speed Transmission<br />

VIN: 138177K184066<br />

Chevelle could not have been born at a more opportune<br />

time, the birth of the muscle-car era. While initially<br />

designed to be powered by the small block engines, a few<br />

fire-breathing 396 editions had been created in 1965. The<br />

nest year saw the introduction of the SS-396 as a regular<br />

production option, a new potent entry to the muscle-car<br />

world had arrived. For 1967, there were several flavors of<br />

the “Rat-Motor” available and one of the most potent was<br />

the 350 horsepower version, as found in this car.<br />

This outstanding ex<strong>am</strong>ple finished in Marina Blue with<br />

black vinyl top is a fully restored ex<strong>am</strong>ple and is ready to<br />

hit the road or show circuit. It appears that the restoration<br />

of this car started with a solid original real-deal SS as the<br />

bodywork is smooth and straight. Chrome and bright trim<br />

look showroom fresh from the smooth bumpers to the<br />

badges and the unique grille. The interior is fitted with<br />

matching vinyl bucket seats as well as such <strong>am</strong>enities as<br />

a factory AM radio and base heater-defroster. One of the<br />

highlights is the center-shift console mounted tachometer,<br />

which is believed to be original to this car. Showing 35,275<br />

miles, this car has been used sparingly since it joined<br />

the Burdick collection, and it might be time to wake this<br />

sleeping giant up and take it back on the road.<br />

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Lot No. 76<br />

1967 Datsun 1600<br />

two-Door Convertible<br />

96 HP, 1595 cc, Overhead C<strong>am</strong> In-Line 4-Cylinder Engine,<br />

4-Speed Transmission <strong>·</strong> VIN SPL31113818<br />

When the Nissan Corporation c<strong>am</strong>e to America in the late 1950’s,<br />

they found that their automobiles were not quite up to the s<strong>am</strong>e<br />

standards drivers in the USA were use to. A quick trip to the drawing<br />

boards and new, more substantial models were created. In 1961, the<br />

Fairlady 1500 sports car was first shown, and though production<br />

numbers were limited, it was a step in the right direction. In 1965, the<br />

engine size was increased to by <strong>10</strong>0 cc’s, and these little sports cars<br />

were put on the export list. Although the Fairlady n<strong>am</strong>eplate was<br />

dropped and a simple 1600, referring to the engine size, was used,<br />

these cars enjoyed success and helped to bring in foot traffic at the<br />

newly established Datsun dealers across the land.<br />

This beautifully presented little red sports car looks to have been<br />

treated to a full fr<strong>am</strong>e-off restoration. Fitted with black vinyl bucket<br />

seats, a black soft top plus a relatively rare removable hardtop, this<br />

is one of the nicest ex<strong>am</strong>ples we have seen in many years. Just <strong>10</strong>,400<br />

of these cars were produced, and this ex<strong>am</strong>ple has everything you<br />

could ask for including outstanding body work and good looks.<br />

One of the few upgrades placed on this car has been, cast aluminum<br />

sport wheels. Doors, hood and deck-lid all seemed to line-up and<br />

under the hood, the engine is relatively clean and attractive with a<br />

pair of SU carbs and the valve cover has been detailed to highlight<br />

the DATSUN cast into the center. A bright ex<strong>am</strong>ple of a mid-1960’s<br />

Datsun sports car, this is an opportunity you will not want to miss<br />

as the interest in early Japanese sports cars appears to be growing by<br />

leaps and bounds.<br />

The Richard Burdick Collection.<br />

Lot No. 77<br />

1969 Chevrolet Corvair 500 Monza<br />

Sport Coupe (only 14.7 original miles)<br />

1<strong>10</strong> HP, 164 cid Horizontally Opposed 6-Cylinder Engine,<br />

4-Speed Transmission <strong>·</strong> VIN: <strong>10</strong>5379W705806<br />

One of the first victims of self-appointed consumer watchdog<br />

Ralph Nader was the Chevrolet Corvair. First introduced for<br />

the 1960 model year, he had made claims that these cars were<br />

unsafe at any speed. The media jumped on his bandwagon with<br />

government investigations and studies following. As more bad<br />

press was generated, the sales of these innovative compacts<br />

plummeted. General Motor decided to pull the plug for the 1969<br />

model year and just 6,000 cars were produced. A couple of years<br />

after the model’s demise, the Federal Government issued a report<br />

that the Corvair had been just as safe as any other car on<br />

the road.<br />

This Blue ex<strong>am</strong>ple was one of the last 200 Corvairs ever<br />

produced at GM’s Willow Run plant outside of Ypsilanti,<br />

Michigan. Each of these cars were hand assembled on a special<br />

assembly line and were only built to order. This coupe has<br />

traveled just 14.7 miles since it rolled out of the factory some<br />

43 years ago. Beautifully preserved and kept in climate<br />

controlled storage from new, this is one of the most pristine<br />

ex<strong>am</strong>ples anywhere in the world. Purchased new from Dunlap<br />

Chevrolet in Macon, Georgia, the original owner knew how<br />

special this car would be. This Corvair represents a chance to<br />

become the caretaker for a very important part of American<br />

automotive history. With under 15 miles from new, it shows<br />

off the hand-craftsmanship that went into this car’s original<br />

construction and for anyone interested in keeping our heritage<br />

alive, should not be missed.<br />

Lot No. 78<br />

1969 Chevrolet C-<strong>10</strong> 1/2-ton<br />

Long-Bed Pick-Up truck<br />

155 HP, 250 cid, Overhead Valve In-Line<br />

6-Cylinder Engine, 3-Speed Transmission<br />

VIN: CS149Z860972<br />

Always a leader in the truck world, Chevrolet combined<br />

sharp styling along with rugged performance to take care<br />

of nearly any job that would come its way. In 1967, a new<br />

generation of Chevrolet truck was released and <strong>am</strong>ong<br />

collectors this era of Chevy trucks is one of the most popular.<br />

This ex<strong>am</strong>ple has recently been repainted in a pleasing<br />

Robin’s Egg Blue with White accents. The bed has been<br />

protected with a spray-in liner. It does have a period dealer<br />

installed air-conditioning system, but from our inspection<br />

it appeared to need some attention to be functional. Fitted<br />

with a set of heavy-duty American Racing wheels this truck<br />

looks like it is ready to go anywhere or handle any load that<br />

should come its way. Everything about this truck speaks of<br />

the hard work it is equipped to handle from the auxiliary<br />

fuel tank to the di<strong>am</strong>ond-plate rear bumper.<br />

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Lot No. 79<br />

1970 AMC AMX two-Door Coupe<br />

290 HP, 360 cid, Overhead Valve V-8 Engine,<br />

3-Speed Automatic Transmission <strong>·</strong> VIN: A0C397P242361<br />

In the mid 1960’s a new segment of the American automotive market<br />

had been born, the sport compact. With the Ford Mustang having<br />

become the first real star of the segment, they bec<strong>am</strong>e better known as<br />

the Pony-Cars. Chevrolet responded for 1967 with the C<strong>am</strong>aro and in<br />

1968, AMC brought out its own entry, the very compact AMX. While<br />

American Motors was better known for building reliable economy<br />

cars, there was a group within the company that had a passion for<br />

performance and the AMX was a result of that passion. One of the<br />

aims for the AMX progr<strong>am</strong> was to become a force within the Trans-<br />

Am racing circuit, and with the help of talents like Mark Donohue, a<br />

number of awards and ch<strong>am</strong>pionships c<strong>am</strong>e to AMC.<br />

This is outstanding ex<strong>am</strong>ple of a sports compact. Finished in Big Bad<br />

Blue with blackout hood and front fender tops. Under the hood is the<br />

base AMX V-8, rated officially at 290 HP, which was the limit allowed<br />

by Trans-Am regulations, and its detailing is one of the best in this<br />

collection. Wearing its original Magnum 500 wheels it rides on a set<br />

of Uni-Royal Tiger Paw GTS radial tires. Adding to the visual effect<br />

are the body-side pipes and accessory bumper guards. Air flows to<br />

the carburetor through a pair of scoops in the hood. This ex<strong>am</strong>ple<br />

is also fitted with power steering and brakes with discs to the front<br />

and drums to the rear. The interior is well appointed with a factory<br />

AM-FM radio, simulated woodgrain applique on the dashboard and<br />

center-shift console and grab-bar for the passenger. In the world of<br />

muscle cars, the AMX is often over-looked, but we think that this little<br />

coupe could be the best bang for your performance buck.<br />

The Richard Burdick Collection.<br />

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Lot No. 80<br />

1970 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow Long Wheel Base Four-Door Limousine<br />

(Johnny Cash original owner)<br />

220 HP (est.), 6,750 cc Overhead Valve V-8 Engine, Automatic Transmission<br />

Chassis No. LRX9254<br />

It is hard to believe that we lost Johnny Cash on September 12, 2003, his music and gravelly voice are such a part of<br />

the music world that he will live on forever. In 1970, at the height of his career, Cash needed a personal limousine.<br />

He turned to Rolls-Royce where he acquired a long-wheelbase Silver Shadow Saloon. At the time the Crewe factory<br />

did not produce a limousine, so Cash turned to a local Nashville coach builder, gave them his specifications and<br />

this is the final product. Cash used this limousine up through 1977 when it was sold to another private owner prior<br />

to coming to the Burdick collection.<br />

It is finished in dark burgundy with a black vinyl roof. The interior is well-appointed, with plush maroon velour<br />

seats include a pair of rear-facing occasional seats. An entertainment center is mounted to the center of the rear<br />

compartment and some of those components have been upgraded since Cash’s ownership. All of the expected<br />

<strong>am</strong>enities are included such as air-conditioning and full power. A red phone in the passenger compartment<br />

connects to one up front so that the passenger can tell the driver where to go or if other special needs should arise.<br />

This special limousine is a one-of-a-kind vehicle for a one-of-a-kind performer. Since it has come to the Burdick<br />

Collection this car has been used on a semi-regular basis and today shows a little over 86,500 miles, which is from<br />

new. Unlike some custom coaches of this era, we could not find any sign of stress cracks and it appears it has never<br />

had any body d<strong>am</strong>age. Take away the celebrity and this Rolls-Royce is an iconic and special piece. Add to that the<br />

legacy of Johnny Cash and the possibility of some of its passengers or that fact that some of his f<strong>am</strong>ous songs could<br />

have been created while riding around in its back seat, and you have the makings of a legend. Best of all, this entire<br />

car was produced in 1970 and wasn’t put together one piece at a time.<br />

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Lot No. 81<br />

1972 triumph Stag two-Door Coupe<br />

145 HP, 3.0 Litre Overhead Valve V-8 Engine,<br />

4-Speed Transmission <strong>·</strong> VIN: TBA<br />

Since its entry into the sports car field in the late<br />

1940’s, Triumphs were usually small two-seaters<br />

powered by a potent in-line four, but in the early<br />

1970’s the company wanted to larger luxury V-8<br />

powered sports car, which laid the groundwork<br />

for the Stag. With styling from designer Giovanni<br />

Michelotti, the car was born and would soon dominate<br />

the marque’s larger T2000 and T2500 series of regular<br />

passenger cars. Stag c<strong>am</strong>e to the American shores for<br />

the 1971 model year and enjoyed some success, though<br />

limited. Federal regulations related to roll-over safety<br />

was addressed which some fans claim altered the cars<br />

original lines, while other like the idea of having a car<br />

with two top options.<br />

This attractive ex<strong>am</strong>ple appears to have been given a<br />

sympathetic restoration and appears to be in very good<br />

condition. Sheet metal is straight and both doors as well<br />

as the hood and deck lid sit well within the main body<br />

with consistent gaps, as well as opening and closing as<br />

designed. The interior is quite service-able with a full<br />

compliment of gauges and the seats seem to cradle the<br />

driver and passenger, though those relegated to the<br />

back seat may find comfort is a little short. Over the past<br />

couple of years interest in the Stag has grown and this<br />

ex<strong>am</strong>ple, based on its condition, is sure to be a car that<br />

others will admire and the driver can enjoy.<br />

The Richard Burdick Collection.<br />

Lot No. 82<br />

1981 DeLorean DMC-12<br />

two-Door Gullwing Coupe<br />

150 HP, 2869 cc Dual Overhead C<strong>am</strong> V-6 Engine, 5-Speed<br />

Manual Transmission<br />

VIN: SCEDT26T1BD0004842<br />

Legend, controversy and one man’s dre<strong>am</strong> are rolled into<br />

the DeLorean DMC-12. The genius of John Z. DeLorean was<br />

behind the car that would bear his n<strong>am</strong>e, and his ability to<br />

put deals together was to be the his pathway to prosperity.<br />

All this was lost when the economy soured and the false<br />

accusations of his involvement in drugs were made public.<br />

These cars saw the bodies produced in brushed stainless<br />

steel, with the theory that these cars would last forever.<br />

DeLorean’s original hope was for a 200 HP V-6, but he<br />

finally decided on a motor jointly developed by Peugeot,<br />

Renault and Volvo.<br />

This ex<strong>am</strong>ple is in its original presentation of stainless steel<br />

with dark gray leather appointments. The front and rear<br />

fascia are in very good condition and have not yellowed<br />

or warped as one might expect. Showing just under 25,800<br />

miles, it appears that this vehicle was well maintained from<br />

new and shows no signs of abuse or trauma. Looking much<br />

like it did when it left the factory in Dunmurry, Ireland, this<br />

is truly a most interesting part of automotive history and<br />

car that has seen a lot of renewed interest over the past few<br />

years. The best time to buy a rising star like this is when you<br />

first see it, because it might be a while before another one<br />

comes your way.<br />

Lot No. 86<br />

1935 Rolls Royce Phantom II Four-Door touring<br />

40/50 HP, 7669 cc, Overhead Valve In-Light 6-Cylinder Engine, 4-Speed<br />

Transmission <strong>·</strong> Chassis No. 65TA<br />

Please Note: Vehicle is being offered with seller’s confirmation.<br />

Affectionately known as “The Yellow Rose of Texas” this is probably<br />

Mr. Burdick’s favorite car, for it was in this vehicle that he competed in<br />

several editions of the Great American Race. In 1983, the first running of this<br />

cross-country sprint limited to vintage cars, Dick and his partner,<br />

Ken Downing, drove this car from Knott’s Berry Farm in Buena Park, California<br />

to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indiana where their efforts were<br />

rewarded with a 12th place finish overall. Encouraged by their wives they<br />

entered this Rolls-Royce in the second running in 1984 where the route started<br />

at Universal City in Hollywood, California and ended at Indy, and that year<br />

they moved up to <strong>10</strong>th overall. Undaunted they entered again in 1985 where the<br />

course started in North Hollywood, California, and traveled to New York City.<br />

After more practice Burdick and a new riding partner Wayne Bell, would go on<br />

to take 1st place overall in 1989, a fete repeated in 1990, and again in 1992.<br />

This beautiful Rolls Royce retains its original engine and transmission but has<br />

been modernized in some operational areas, primarily improved braking and<br />

a 12 volt electrical system. Prior to being a part of the Burdick’s Great Race car,<br />

it had been restored by marque experts by its previous owner the late J<strong>am</strong>es C.<br />

Leake back in 1976. It has been maintained and exercised on a regular basis and<br />

is grand a lady as there could ever be. From the Spirit of Ecstasy radiator mascot<br />

to the massive grille and headlight, everyone should know exactly what type of<br />

car this is. While not exactly a Concours trailer queen, this old gal has plenty of<br />

life left in those cylinders and for the new owner, who knows what excitement<br />

and adventure the road holds for this fabulous Phantom Phaeton.<br />

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When the mighty Model J Duesenberg was released there had never been another car like it<br />

anywhere in the world. Exacting engineering produced the most powerful engine ever seen in an<br />

American built automobile up to that time. The brothers Duesenberg had wanted their cars to be as<br />

custom built as possible from the chassis up, and each would have one thing in common, absolute<br />

perfection. When first introduced in the fall of 1929, the price for just the Model J chassis was $8,500,<br />

and a couple of years later that had grown to $9,500. Offered in two wheelbase options, the standard<br />

143.5” while a long wheelbase suitable for cars that generally carried 7-passengers or more, were<br />

stretched out another <strong>10</strong> inches.<br />

After the chassis had been ordered, the customer was free to choose their own coachbuilder, though<br />

Duesenberg did have a few recommended selections. When a customer had selected a coach, the<br />

factory would send a set of chassis plans so that the bodies would be mounted properly. The cost of<br />

the coach work could run as little as $3,000 but most cost at least $5,000 with at least one ex<strong>am</strong>ple<br />

costing $20,000 when new, comparable to about $400,000 or more today.<br />

Chassis No. 2385 was designated as a long-wheel base design and was purchased by Mrs. K. Stanley<br />

Smith who resided in London. From our research we have found that Mr. Smith was involved in the<br />

very lucrative field of tobacco sales and importation between Britain and the United States. As were<br />

several other Duesenberg chassis, Mrs. Smith sent this one to the shops of Carrosserie Franay in<br />

Paris, France. The result was a rather attractive “Sunroof” Sport Sedan featuring a low stre<strong>am</strong>lined<br />

appearance that was achieved in part by having the body sides dropped down nearly to the running<br />

boards and then having the rear doors sweep down in a graceful curve to the belt-line. A built-in<br />

trunk was also ordered and its line reflected that of the roofline giving the car a continuity of design.<br />

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Lot No. 83<br />

1933 Duesenberg Model J, Body by Franay,<br />

“Sunroof” Sport Berline Sedan “Queen of Di<strong>am</strong>onds”<br />

265 HP, 420 cid, Overhead C<strong>am</strong> In-Line Eight Cylinder Engine,<br />

4-Speed Transmission<br />

Chassis No. 2385; Engine No. J365<br />

Please Note: Vehicle is being offered with seller’s confirmation.<br />

In the late 1960’s the car was still recorded as being in France but it is believed to have been brought<br />

back to the United States sometimes during the 1970’s. Over a succession of owners there were a<br />

number modifications to the original Franay coachwork, but the original design is timeless and still<br />

quite stunning to this day. Finished in a pleasing shade of raspberry red it is deep and flawless and<br />

all of the chrome glistens in the sunlight from the bumpers to the Buffalo wire wheels. Today the<br />

dual side-mount spare tires are encased in protective chrome bans, each topped with a rear-view<br />

mirrors, while up front a pair of Pilot Ray driving l<strong>am</strong>ps light your way as you round a curve or<br />

turn a corner, and atop that beautifully designed radiator grille is the distinctive mascot designed by<br />

Gordon Buehrig, a work of art by itself.<br />

Looking inside this Duesenberg you will find that both front and rear seats are done in pleated ivory<br />

leather. Centered in the dashboard is the instrument cluster with its attractive engine turned plate<br />

holding the tachometer, speedometer, clock and other instruments that help the driver monitor the<br />

operation of this fabulous piece of machinery. Take some time to notice the little touches such as the<br />

custom engraved gearshift knob, for it is features like this that set this Duesenberg apart from all<br />

others. In the passenger compartment, a handsome wooden liquor cabinet takes center stage, and is<br />

fitted with a clock, speedometer and tachometer so that those in the back seat can also monitor the<br />

Model J’s forward progress. The center window, when lowered, is completely concealed by a spring<br />

loaded metal cover and upon rolling up the partition glass, a limousine effect can be achieved and<br />

privacy of conversation insured.<br />

Since joining the Burdick collection, this Franay Sport Sedan has received the utmost in care and<br />

maintenance. While it has been exercised on a regular basis, its primary duty has been to be a part of<br />

the museum and has greeted thousands of visitors over the years, showing off a bit of international<br />

flair and styling.<br />

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The Richard Burdick Collection.<br />

Lot No. 84<br />

1905 Lorraine & De Dietrich et Cie Model VDC Sport Racer<br />

In-Line 4-Cylinder T-Head Engine<br />

Chassis No. <strong>10</strong>4; Engine #122<br />

Please Note: Vehicle is being offered with seller’s confirmation.<br />

Officially known as Société Lorraine des Anciens Establissments de Dietrich and Cie, this<br />

quality French motoring concern was founded in 1896, and by 1905 was considered one of<br />

the most respected early contenders in European racing events. This beautifully restored<br />

ex<strong>am</strong>ple features a lightweight two-place arrangement that has actually competed in<br />

the Great American Race. From its massive engine to the precision machined the gears<br />

of the transmission, this car looks are good as it goes. Exercised on a regular basis this is<br />

one of Mr. Burdick’s favorite automobiles, one packed with personal history and a tough<br />

decision indeed to let it go on to its new caretaker. Knowing that it was in cars similar to<br />

this one that the marque took a 1-2-3 finish in the 1906 Circuit de Ardennes will make the<br />

winning bidder of this vehicle a ch<strong>am</strong>pion <strong>am</strong>ong motorists everywhere.<br />

Lot No. 85 1911 Napier “Garden Car”<br />

15 HP, 2720 cc In-Line 4-Cylinder Engine, 3-Speed Transmission, Shaft Drive<br />

Chassis No. 18281<br />

Please Note: Vehicle is being offered with seller’s confirmation.<br />

One of the most interesting vehicles is this unique Garden car. Fitted to the chassis of one<br />

of Britain’s foremost early auto builders, the hand-crafted wicker bodywork on this car<br />

was created at the Royal Institute for the Blind in Notthingh<strong>am</strong>, England. The story goes<br />

that the primary function of this car was to gather flowers and to transport its passengers<br />

to fair-weather outdoor social events such as picnics, garden parties, afternoon tea or<br />

to use it as a spectator’s perch during a fox hunt. This car shows signs of usage and has<br />

been exercised on a regular basis. It appears to have been restored in the 1970’s, and<br />

features vintage Lucas Kings Road brass kerosene headl<strong>am</strong>ps, as well as Landalite cowl<br />

l<strong>am</strong>ps, and a rubber bulb operated brass horn. For safety a pair of auxiliary electric<br />

driving l<strong>am</strong>ps were mounted to give a bit more dependable lighting. The wicker work is<br />

in outstanding condition with the seat pads easily removed for cleaning. One of the most<br />

unusual and recognized cars from this collection, we believe this car has great potential<br />

for invitations for display from around the world.<br />

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“As silent as a ghost” is how one early motorist described the operations of the 40/50HP Rolls-Royce<br />

in 1906, hence c<strong>am</strong>e the n<strong>am</strong>e Silver Ghost. From the very start Rolls-Royce strove for the utmost<br />

in engineering and quality. One of the earliest models considered the original Silver Ghost, has<br />

traveled over a half-million miles and been exhibited on every continent in the world.<br />

With the <strong>am</strong>ount of labor plus the care and precision, these motorcars were expensive when new,<br />

available only to the wealthiest of clients. Cornelius Vanderbilt II, whose f<strong>am</strong>ily was one the richest<br />

f<strong>am</strong>ilies in the world, placed an order to the Rolls Royce factory in England, for a new Silver Ghost<br />

chassis. When finished it was prepared and shipped directly to the shops of Brewster in Long<br />

Island City, New York. As one of the leading coachbuilders in the United States, they were f<strong>am</strong>iliar<br />

with the chassis of the Silver Ghost so that each design component could be personally crafted to<br />

exacting details. With precision and elegance this gorgeous town car was born. Presented today in<br />

its original configuration the body is finished in a deep maroon with black high lights and fenders.<br />

Up in the chauffeur’s seat, he was open of all the elements of weather with only a removable fabric<br />

cover for his head. A full complement of gauges including a clock, were mounted to the firewall and<br />

the custom built for Rolls Royce Walth<strong>am</strong> speedometer odometer today shows just under 89,300<br />

miles which is apparently from new.<br />

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Lot No. 87<br />

1913 Rolls-Royce Silver Ghost town Car by Brewster<br />

40/50 HP, 7428 cc Twin-Head, Side-Valve In-Line 6-Cylinder Engine,<br />

4-Speed Transmission<br />

Chassis No. 919TC, Engine No. 91A<br />

Please Note: Vehicle is being offered with seller’s confirmation.<br />

For those lucky passengers, they are greeted with a luxurious rear seat covered in rich deep red<br />

wool broadcloth, which is also used on the interior panels and fold down occasional seats. Mounted<br />

on the divider wall is a stem wound clock to make sure one wasn’t late for an important business<br />

meeting or luncheon date. Pull down window shades may be drawn for a bit of privacy and the<br />

hardware retains much of its original nickel finish.<br />

Dual fender mounted spare tires are fitted to rims which could be mounted to the massive wood<br />

spoked wheels should a flat tire occur. Lighting on the car has been electrified including the large<br />

drum style head l<strong>am</strong>ps and smaller matching driving lights. This car appears to be in mostly original<br />

condition, a salute to the outstanding craftsmanship that went into its construction. This is a vehicle<br />

worthy of any collection and as a survivor of those most opulent times. From the Spirit of Ecstasy<br />

radiator mascot to the original engine, this is truly a master piece in motoring.<br />

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Lot No. 89<br />

1938 DeSoto Model S-5 Custom<br />

Four-Door touring Sedan<br />

“The Unknown DeSoto”<br />

93 HP, 228.1 cid, 2.1 Liter Side Valve In-Line 6-Cylinder<br />

Engine, 3-Speed Transmission <strong>·</strong> Engine No. S5-36487<br />

In 1938, recession hit the U.S. causing vehicle manufacturers to<br />

reduce production. Poor sales caused the Chrysler Corporation to<br />

respond by offering buyers special “dressed up” models during the<br />

midyear. The DeSoto version was called the “Custom”. The engine<br />

remained the s<strong>am</strong>e and there were no fancy extras added to the<br />

exterior. The interior however, was much more “custom” with a<br />

special offering of fabrics, fabric combinations, contrasting plastic<br />

and knobs within the interior and many other “touches” that set<br />

it apart from its standard counterparts. Reports estimate that<br />

only 2,550 ex<strong>am</strong>ples of these Custom DeSotos were produced in<br />

1938. Until 1992, it was not know whether or not one was still in<br />

existence and hence it lovingly bec<strong>am</strong>e known as the<br />

“Unknown DeSoto”. The National DeSoto Club, in the early<br />

summer of that year, released an article discussing the Custom<br />

DeSotos and by late summer, this particular car had been<br />

discovered. She is full of features and options that were not<br />

available on the standard model including: twin windshield<br />

wipers, twin taillights, chrome trim ringed wheel covers,<br />

twin Air-Tone horns, labels on all under dash knobs, “custom”<br />

matching steering wheel and gearshift knobs, twin sun visors,<br />

front passenger armrest, contrasting shade interior and many<br />

little chrome touches to the interior and exterior. The offering of<br />

this vehicle to public is a unique chance to not only own a piece<br />

of true Americana but also the chance to own what remarkably<br />

could be the only DeSoto of its kind left in the world.<br />

The Richard Burdick Collection.<br />

Lot No. 90<br />

1937 Ford Custom Coupe Street Rod<br />

<strong>10</strong>0 HP, 239.4 cid 1948 Mercury V-8 Engine,<br />

3-Speed Transmission<br />

Lot No. 92<br />

1925 Essex Four two-Door Coach<br />

17/32 HP, 144.6 cid L-Head In-Line 6,<br />

3-Speed Transmission<br />

Lot No. 91<br />

2000 Bentley Arnage Four-Door Sedan<br />

400 HP, 411.9 cid Turbocharged V-8 Engine, 5-Speed<br />

Automatic Transmission<br />

Lot No. 93<br />

1966 AMC Marlin two-Door Ht FB<br />

200 HP, 290 cid V-8 Engine,<br />

4-Speed Transmission<br />

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1901 Holsman “High Wheeler” Rear Entry Tonneau<br />

1903 Stanley Ste<strong>am</strong>er Model C Runabout<br />

1905 Cadillac Model F Touring<br />

1905 Lorraine & De Dietrich Model VDC 2-Seat Sport Racer *<br />

1906 Bugmobile Model A Runabout<br />

1906 IH Harvester Auto Wagon Model A Depot Hack<br />

1908 Maxwell Model LC Runabout<br />

19<strong>10</strong> Empire “Little Aristocrat” Sportabout Model 20<br />

19<strong>10</strong> E-M-F Model 30 Runabout<br />

1911 Buick Model 14B “Buggyabout”<br />

1911 Napier “Garden Car” *<br />

1912 R-C-H “Twenty-Five” Touring<br />

1913 Regal Twenty-Five Underslung Roadster<br />

1913 Rolls Royce Silver Ghost Town Car by Brewster<br />

(formerly owned by Cornelius Vanderbilt) *<br />

1913 REO “The Fifth” Four-Door Touring<br />

1914 Ford Model T Roadster<br />

1914 Studebaker Series SC Roadster Custom<br />

1915 Metz Model “22” Roadster<br />

1916 Haynes Model 34 Type T “Light Six” 4-Dr Touring<br />

1920 Velie “Six” Model 48 4-Dr Touring<br />

1921 Packard “Twin-Six” Series 3-35 4-Dr Touring<br />

1921 Studebaker “Light Six” Model EJ-21 4-Dr Touring<br />

1922 Corre-La Licorne Type 14/WR3 4-Dr Torpedo Tourer<br />

1922 Citroen Type C/Model 14 1-Dr Boattail Tourer<br />

1923 Franklin Model <strong>10</strong> 4-Dr Sedan<br />

1923 Stearns-Knight Model SKL4 4-Dr Touring<br />

1923 Ford “T-Bucket” Roadster Street Rod<br />

1924 Chevrolet Superior Series F Coupe<br />

1925 Buick Master Six 4-Dr Brough<strong>am</strong> Sedan by Fisher<br />

1925 Dodge Series 116 4-Dr Sedan<br />

1925 Essex Four 2-Dr Coach<br />

1927 LaSalle Series 303 2-Dr Roadster<br />

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1928 Pierce Arrow Model 81 Convertible Coupe<br />

1928 Ford Model A Fordor Sedan by Briggs<br />

1929 Cadillac Model 341B 4-Dr Sport Phaeton by Fisher<br />

1930 Dodge Series DC 4-Dr Touring<br />

1930 Cadillac Series 353 Convertible Coupe by Fisher<br />

1930 Cadillac Model 452 Fleetwood “Mad<strong>am</strong> X”<br />

Rumbleseat Coupe<br />

1931 Chevrolet Independence Series AE 2-Dr Coach<br />

1931 Packard Standard Eight Series 833 Coupe<br />

1933 DeSoto Series SD Deluxe 4-Dr Sedan<br />

1933 Duesenberg J Body by Franay “Sunroof” Sport Berline Sedan<br />

“Queen of Di<strong>am</strong>onds” *<br />

1933 Plymouth Series PC Deluxe 4-Dr Sedan<br />

1934 Ford Model 40 4-Dr Sedan<br />

1934 Duesenberg Model SJ 4-Dr Phaeton<br />

1935 Rolls Royce Phantom II 4-Dr Touring *<br />

1935 Ford Model 48 2-Dr 5-Window Coupe<br />

1937 Ford Custom Coupe Street Rod<br />

1938 DeSoto Model S-5 Custom 4-Dr Touring<br />

1940 Mercury Eight Series 09A 4-Dr Convertible Sedan<br />

1941 Ford Super Deluxe Club Coupe<br />

1941 Ford Super Deluxe 2-Dr Convertible<br />

1941 Buick Super 2-Dr Convertible<br />

1946 Ford Super Deluxe 2-Dr Convertible<br />

1946 Plymouth Special Deluxe 4-Dr Sedan<br />

1947 Studebaker Ch<strong>am</strong>pion “Starlight” Coupe<br />

1948 Ford Super Deluxe 2-Dr Sedan<br />

1948 Packard 22nd Series Super-Eight Victoria Convertible<br />

1948 Chrysler Windsor-Highlander 2-Dr Convertible<br />

1948 Pontiac Silver-Streak 8 Torpedo Deluxe Convertible Coupe<br />

1948 Kaiser Custom 4-Dr Sedan<br />

1948 Lincoln Continental 2-Dr Coupe<br />

1949 Di<strong>am</strong>ond-T D2011 1-Ton Pick-Up Truck<br />

Rare and Unique Collectibles<br />

1950 Ford Custom 2-Dr Sedan<br />

1950 Ford F1 1/2-Ton Pick-Up Truck<br />

1950 Packard Custom Eight 4-Dr Sedan<br />

1951 Dodge Wayfarer Sportabout 2-Dr Convertible<br />

1951 Pontiac “La B<strong>am</strong>ba” Stre<strong>am</strong>liner 2-Dr Sedan<br />

1952 Buick Special Riviera 2-Dr HT<br />

1953 Chevrolet Bel Air 2-Dr HT<br />

1953 Kaiser Deluxe 4-Dr Sedan<br />

1954 Studebaker Ch<strong>am</strong>pion “Starlight” Coupe<br />

1954 Hudson Jet Liner 4-Dr Sedan<br />

1955 Ford Thunderbird Convertible<br />

1955 Austin-Healey <strong>10</strong>0M 2-Dr Convertible<br />

1956 Buick Special Riviera 2-Dr HT<br />

1956 Oldsmobile Super 88 Holiday 2-Dr HT<br />

1956 Chevrolet Corvette 2-Dr Convertible<br />

1956 Cadillac Sedan deVille 4-Dr HT<br />

1957 Chevrolet Bel Air 2-Dr Convertible<br />

1957 Mercury Montclair 2-Dr HT<br />

1965 Buick Skylark GS 2-Dr<br />

1966 1966 AMC Marlin 2-Dr HT Fastback<br />

1967 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 2-Dr HT<br />

1967 Datsun 1600 Convertible<br />

1969 Chevrolet Corvair 500 Monza<br />

Sport Coupe (14.7 Original Miles)<br />

1969 Chevrolet C<strong>10</strong> 1/2-Ton Pick-Up Truck<br />

1970 AMC AMX Coupe<br />

1970 Rolls Royce Silver Shadow LWB Limousine<br />

(formerly owned by Johnny Cash)<br />

1972 Triumph Stag Coupe<br />

1981 DeLorean DMC-12 2-Dr Gullwing<br />

2000 Bentley Arnage 4-Dr Sedan<br />

* With Seller’s Confirmation<br />

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Vintage Eco TireFlator Air Pump (Located Outside)<br />

Vintage Gas Pump: Esso Extra (Red)<br />

Vintage Gas Pump: Flying A Gasoline (Red)<br />

Vintage Gas Pump: Kanotex (Red)<br />

Vintage Gas Pump: Mobile Gas Special (Red/White)<br />

Vintage Gas Pump: Mobilgas Special<br />

(Red/White/Red Stripe Accents)<br />

Vintage Gas Pump: Ottawa Gas, Bulb: Pow’r Pak’d (Red/White)<br />

Vintage Gas Pump: Red Crown Gasoline, Bulb: Lion Knix Knox (Red)<br />

Vintage Gas Pump: Sinclair Dino (Located Outside)<br />

Vintage Gas Pump: Sinclair H-C Gasoline (Green)<br />

Vintage Gas Pump: Sinclair Power - X “The Super Fuel” (Orange)<br />

Vintage Gas Pump: Skelly Premium (Red/Yellow Accents)<br />

Vintage Gas Pump: Standard Red Crown; Bulb: Crown (Red/Blue Accents)<br />

Vintage Gas Pump: Texaco, Fire Chief Gasoline (Red) (Located Outside)<br />

Vintage Gas Pump: (Orange) (Located Outside)<br />

Vintage Gas Pump: Mechanical (Small Red, Large Rounder Top)<br />

Vintage Gas Pump: Small Hand Crank (Green)<br />

Vintage Gas Pump: Small Hand Crank (Red)<br />

Vintage Gas Pump: Small Hand Crank (Red/White/Blue)<br />

Vintage Texaco Oil Cistern and Pump Tank (Located Outside)<br />

BP Motor Spirit, Wood Sign (Union Jack)<br />

Collection of Signs: Brasso Polish, FM Rd 20, Good Gulf etc. (Mounted)<br />

Collection of Texaco Signs (2) Round, (1) No-Smoking (Located Outside)<br />

Highest Octane, Golden Eagle Radar Ethyl 91, Cloth Banner Sign<br />

Kroon Oil Pennzoil, Cardboard Sign<br />

Metal Sign: (2) Gillette Tires Signs (White/Tan) (Located Outside)<br />

Metal Sign: Armstrong Tire & Battery (Inside/Black)<br />

Metal Sign: Armstrong Tires (Located Outside)<br />

Metal Sign: Atlas, Change Oil, Change Filter (Red/Black)<br />

Metal Sign: Avon, Solid Tyres (Navy)<br />

Metal Sign: BP Motor Spirit (Union Jack)<br />

Metal Sign: Castrol Motor Oil (Red/Yellow)<br />

Metal Sign: Ch<strong>am</strong>pion Spark Plus Service (Red/Black) (Located Outside)<br />

Metal Sign: Chicago Motor Club, Bonded Service Station (Yell/White/Red)<br />

Metal Sign: Conoco (Red)<br />

Metal Sign: Continental Tyres (Blue/Yellow)<br />

Metal Sign: Cord, Authorized Sale/Service (White)<br />

Metal Sign: Deep Rock (Yellow/Blue)<br />

Metal Sign: Dunlap Stock , Approx 55” (Yellow)<br />

Metal Sign: D-X Motor Oil (Cre<strong>am</strong>)<br />

Metal Sign: Elreco, El Dorado Refining Co. Products (Black/Red)<br />

Metal Sign: En-Ar-Co Motor Oil (Yellow)<br />

Metal Sign: Esso Extra (White)<br />

Metal Sign: Fill Up Here with National Benzole Mixture (Yellow)<br />

Metal Sign: Flying A Service (Red/Wht)<br />

Metal Sign: Garagemens Association (Blue)<br />

Metal Sign: Gargoyle Mobileoils, Vacuum Oil Company (White)<br />

Metal Sign: Gargoyle Mobiloil .35cents (White)<br />

Metal Sign: Gates-V-Belts (Yellow/Red)<br />

Metal Sign: Genuine Ford Parts (Navy)<br />

Metal Sign: Gillette Tires (Yellow/Black-Long)<br />

Metal Sign: Gillette Tires (Yellow/Black-Tall)<br />

Metal Sign: Good Gulf (Wht/Orange)<br />

Metal Sign: Henley Tyres (Blue/White)<br />

Metal Sign: Huiles Renault (Red)<br />

Metal Sign: Humber Cars (Blue)<br />

Metal Sign: Humble, Continuously Improved (White)<br />

Metal Sign: Indian Chief, PowerPlus, Sold Here (Red/White)<br />

The Richard Burdick Collection.<br />

Rare and Unique Collectibles<br />

Metal Sign: John Bull, Long Service Tyre (Orange)<br />

Metal Sign: Kendall Motor Oils (Red)<br />

Metal Sign: Marathon Products (Black/Green/Orange)<br />

Metal Sign: Missouri US 66<br />

Metal Sign: Mobile Pegasus (Facing Left), Approx 7.5’<br />

Metal Sign: Mobile Pegasus (Facing Right), Approx 7.5’<br />

Metal Sign: National Benzole Mixture (Round-Yellow/Black)<br />

Metal Sign: National Benzole Mixture (Yellow)<br />

Metal Sign: National Benzole Mixture (Yellow)<br />

Metal Sign: National Recap Repairs (Yellow/White/Orange)<br />

Metal Sign: OAA, Ontario Automobile Association (Navy/Red)<br />

Metal Sign: Oilzum Motor Oils (Orange)<br />

Metal Sign: Opaline (White/Red)<br />

Metal Sign: Overland Service (Yellow/Navy)<br />

Metal Sign: Pennant Kerosene (Red/Yellow)<br />

Metal Sign: Pennzoil Safe Lubrication (Yellow)<br />

Metal Sign: Petroleum Spirit, Highly Fl<strong>am</strong>mable, No Smoking<br />

(White/Red) (Located Outside)<br />

Metal Sign: Phillips 66, Worlds Finest Oil (Orange/Green)<br />

Metal Sign: Polarine Oil, Standard Motor Gasoline (Red/White/Blue)<br />

Metal Sign: Prices Motor Oils (Red/Blue/White) (Located Outside)<br />

Metal Sign: Pump, BP Sealed Pump (Red/White/Blue)<br />

Metal Sign: Quaker State Motor Oil (Green)<br />

Metal Sign: Quaker State Motor Oil (Green/Round)<br />

Metal Sign: Red Indian Motor Oil (White/Red)<br />

Metal Sign: Refino - Ault Gasoline (Yellow)<br />

Metal Sign: Refino - Ault Gasoline (Yellow)<br />

Metal Sign: Refino - Eaton Gasoline (Yellow)<br />

Metal Sign: Refino - Lafayette Gasoline (Yellow)<br />

Metal Sign: Rusted Coca-Cola Sign (Located Outside)<br />

Metal Sign: Shell (Large, Shell-Shaped, Orange/Red)<br />

Metal Sign: Shell Motor Oil (Black/Red)<br />

Metal Sign: Shell Motor Spirit Motor Oils (Yellow)<br />

Metal Sign: Shellubrication, The Modern Upkeep Service (Orange)<br />

Metal Sign: Sinclair Credit Cards (White/Red/Green)<br />

Metal Sign: Skelly, Approx 5’x5’, (Red/White/Blue)<br />

Metal Sign: Sound Your Z, Pennzoil (Yellow) (Located Outside)<br />

Metal Sign: Span-O-Life Batteries (Yellow/Black/Red)<br />

Metal Sign: Standard White Crown (White/Red)<br />

Metal Sign: Sterling Motor Oil (White/Green)<br />

Metal Sign: Studebaker, Authorized Service (Blue/Red)<br />

Metal Sign: Texaco Certified Service (Located Outside)<br />

Metal Sign: Texaco Motor Oil, Clean, Clear, Golden (Located Outside)<br />

Metal Sign: Union Agency (White)<br />

Metal Sign: USL Battery Service, Approx 59”Hx17”L (Blue/Orange)<br />

Metal Sign: Veedol Motor Oil (Black/Orange)<br />

Metal Sign: Whippet, Willys-Overland Company (Red)<br />

Metal Sign: White Rose Oil (Blue/Red/White)<br />

Metal Sign: Wolf’s Head Motor Oil (Red/White/Green)<br />

Morris Service, Wood Sign<br />

Packard Thermometer, Appsrox 38”Hx8”L<br />

Vintage Texaco Sign, Outdoor Large Sign, Approx 25’<br />

Globe: Dixie Premium Gasoline (Glass Front, Plastic Shell)<br />

Globe: Mustang Gasolene (Glass Front, Plastic Shell)<br />

Globe: Save-More System, Regular (Glass Front, Plastic Shell)<br />

Globe: Skelly #2 Diesel (Glass Front, Plastic Shell)<br />

Globe: Skelly Regular (Glass Front, Plastic Shell)<br />

Globe: Skelly Supreme (Glass Front, Plastic Shell)<br />

Globe: Texaco Sky Chief (Glass Front, Plastic Shell)<br />

Globe: White Rose Gasoline (Glass)<br />

(<strong>10</strong>) Vintage Oil Lanterns<br />

(2) Large Vintage Headlights<br />

(2) Tulpen Rallye - Holland Plates, 1949 & 1950 (Orange)<br />

(2) Vintage Automobile Trunks<br />

(2) Vintage Irons, Cast Iron; (5) Car Pencil Sharpeners<br />

(3) Tulpen Rallye - Holland Plates, 1952, 1953, 1956 (Orange/Yellow)<br />

(4) Children Toy Ride Cars with 1/4 Mile Steel Track (Located Outside)<br />

(4) Front Grilles: MG, Austin, Wolseley, Riley; (1) Packard Hubcap<br />

(4) Hubcaps, (1) Mercedes-Benz Grill<br />

1914 Gardner Hard Coal Base Wood Burner, Cast Iron, 450lbs<br />

Antique Music Player, Wood<br />

Authentic Cast Iron English Telephone Booth (Inside)<br />

Authentic Cast Iron English Telephone Booth (Outside, Broken Glass)<br />

Brass Collection: E&J Brass Tail Light, French Self Contained Carbide<br />

Generator Head L<strong>am</strong>p, Pair Early Side L<strong>am</strong>ps, Head/Tail Light m<br />

19<strong>10</strong> EMF Model 30, Overland Head L<strong>am</strong>p (Case Contents Only)<br />

Brass Collection: Silverlight Auto Horn from Australia 19<strong>10</strong>, Royal<br />

Emblem from English Coach, Dietz Automobile Side L<strong>am</strong>ps<br />

1905-19<strong>10</strong>, (2) Imperial Court Oil Bottle, The Neverout Motor<br />

L<strong>am</strong>p (Case Contents Only)<br />

Car Club Badges/Emblems, Large (In Glass Case, Case Not Included)<br />

Car Club Badges/Emblems, Small (In Glass Case, Case Not Included)<br />

Car Club Plates/Emblems, Large Collection (Mounted, Brown Fr<strong>am</strong>e)<br />

Car Show Plates/Emblems, Large Collection (Mounted, White)<br />

Clock, (2) Candelabra - Ornate Gold Cast Iron Set<br />

Coca-Cola Bottle Machine<br />

Collection of Ash Trays, Approx 60<br />

Collection of Car Emblems, Automotive Oil Cans (Contents of Case Only)<br />

Collection of Oil Cans, Oil Bottles, Wiper Blades<br />

(Contents of Outdoor Texaco Display Windows)<br />

Collection of Road Maps<br />

Collection of Vintage Horns, Oil Can, Gas Nozzle<br />

Design Pat’d 1857, Model Parlor 2, Cast Iron Wood Burner<br />

Eagle Brand Drinking Water Bag<br />

Large Collection of Vintage Tins<br />

License Plates, Collection of (29) Various Foreign Plates<br />

License Plates, Collection of 14 Various Plates<br />

License Plates, Collection of 21 Various Plates<br />

License Plates, Collection of 23 Various Plates<br />

National Cash Register, British Pounds - S-21552/346/H<br />

National Cash Register, US Dollars - 835440/336<br />

Pair of Jaguar Statues<br />

Piano, Emerson Piano Co - Square Grand (Needs Restoration)<br />

Pines Winterfront Co., Grille, Approx 23”x17” (Black)<br />

Poster Display Case, Vintage Posters Included<br />

Rolls Royce Radiator<br />

Standard Cast Iron, Wood Burner<br />

Tobacco Cigars, C.H. Manley & Co., Indian, Approx 6’<br />

Vintage Ediview Film Splicer, Dual Super 8/8mm Film & Vintage Film<br />

Projector, 8mm<br />

Windmill, Wood - Approx 8’T<br />

Wood Carved Cowboy, Approx 3’<br />

Wood Carved Indian, Approx 3’<br />

(13) Vintage Car Ads, Fr<strong>am</strong>ed<br />

(15) Set of Automobile Fr<strong>am</strong>ed Prints<br />

(3) Pictures: Duesenberg, Racers, Ford F<strong>am</strong>ily Norman Rockwall Print<br />

(9) Collection of Automobile Related Fr<strong>am</strong>ed Prints<br />

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1913 Rolls-Royce Silver Ghost Town Car by Brewster<br />

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1935 Rolls Royce Phantom II<br />

Four-Door Touring<br />

The Richard Burdick Collection.<br />

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