Vehicle Description
Among the last examples of this modern day classic produced (the KP
series is the final version), this exceptional automobile was
acquired by us from Southern California where it had spent its
entire rust free life since first delivered on 11 August 1965 to
Mrs. Frances Hammer, wife of the famed industrialist Armand Hammer
at their Los Angeles estate.
It was later gifted to her niece, Mrs. Joan Weiss of that city
where it remained until acquired with a total of slightly over
34,000 miles from new by an enthusiastic collector who initially
planned to retain it but was reportedly daunted by the additional
improvements contemplated and merited and therefore resold it to
us.
The original Shell Grey (Silver) lacquer finish had faded while in
Mrs. Weiss' care and was redone to very high standards by a
well-respected facility in California. However, there was some
attention required to bring LSKP379 to our standards.
The front seats were misshapen, especially the driver's cushion and
fresh Scarlet VM3171 Connolly hides to match the balance of the
remarkably well preserved interior were obtained and used to
re-trim them. The road springs were original and have been rebuilt
and replaced as required for proper standing height and ride
quality. The engine showed evidence of having been overheated at
some time in the past. Out of respect for the condition and history
of this specimen, we elected to completely rebuild the original
engine including the fitment of new pistons of superior design,
rather than to attempt localized repairs. An authentic original
under-wing dashboard vented air conditioner was obtained and
fitted, as Mrs. Hammer had not opted for it when ordering the
vehicle.
Correct original handbook, complete tools and works build sheets
are included. This is among the finest examples extant and in
keeping with our policy of diligent archival recordkeeping of these
special automobiles we have recorded mileage readings of 34,888 in
January 2005. 35,830 in November 2007. 36,102 in September 2020 and
as of this writing, verified mileage is 36,304.