1939 Lincoln Model K

Make: Lincoln

Model: Model K 413-B Convertible Sedan by LeBaron

Price: $209,995 USD

This 1939 Lincoln Model K 413-B Convertible Sedan by LeBaron is a well-documented, exceptionally rare CCCA Full Classic that has benefited from a comprehensive frame-off restoration.

1939 was a transitional year for the Ford Motor Company and its prestigious Lincoln marque. Under Edsel Ford's leadership, Lincoln began shifting toward a more contemporary design, exemplified by its Zephyr models introduced in the late 1930s. During this period, many American luxury brands such as Auburn-Cord-Duesenberg, Marmon, Peerless, Stutz, and Pierce-Arrow declined due to limited market demand. Meanwhile, Cadillac, Packard, and Chrysler adapted by producing more affordable, less ostentatious models to survive the Great Depression.

Lincoln's Model K, a semi-custom, chauffeur-driven vehicle, continued production despite slowing sales. In 1939, only 133 units were produced, representing less than 4% of the original 1931 debut year production. The 1939 Model K remained largely unchanged from the previous year, with minor updates such as a sturdier wheel and an upgraded carburetor.

Of the 35 custom-bodied 1939 Model K cars, 11 were built by coachbuilder LeBaron, including the Series 410 Convertible Roadster, the Series 413-A Convertible Sedan, and the prestigious Series 413-B Convertible Sedan. The Series 413-B is distinguished by its 3-piece crank-operated divider window, allowing rear passengers to section off the cabin for privacy. This design was made possible by a curved front seat that allowed the divider to lower into the back of the seat.

Only nine Series 413 models were produced, with an estimated only three in the 413-B configuration, making this LeBaron-bodied Model K an extraordinarily rare and desirable piece of automotive history. The Classic Car Club of America (CCCA) has designated the 1939 Lincoln Model K as a Full Classic, allowing participation in all CCCA events and caravans.

This particular 413-B Model K comes with extensive documentation, including its original build sheet indicating use at the 1939 New York Auto Show, comprehensive restoration records, and a 60+ year ownership history.

Power is provided by a 414 cubic inch L-head V-12 engine, rated at 150 horsepower when new, fed by a single 2-barrel carburetor. It is paired with a 3-speed manual transmission operated via a floor-mounted shifter. Exhaust exits through a single system, producing a muted rumble from the rear tailpipe.

The car is well-appointed for a pre-war classic, featuring chrome bumpers with bumper guards at both front and rear.