1939 Lincoln Model K Brunn Convertible Coupe Victoria World’s Fair & CA State Fair Exhibition Car – 1 of Only 2 Built
KEY HIGHLIGHTS
Ultra-Rare Provenance: 1 of 2 Lincoln Model K Brunn Convertible Victorias built—Ford factory-commissioned show cars created for the 1939 New York World's Fair (exhibited in the Ford Motor Company Pavilion, Transportation Zone) and the California State Fair.
Bespoke Craftsmanship: Custom body executed by master coach builders Brunn & Company of Buffalo, New York.
Matching Numbers & Identity: Retains original matching body tags and engine block numbers (original V12 engine), as well as original Brunn coach builder plates and Lincoln identification plate.
Expert Engine Rebuild: V12 engine fully rebuilt by the late Ernie Foster—a highly respected and nationally renowned Classic Era engine specialist—with new bearings, valves, and full service. Running and driving.
Long-Term Ownership: Carefully preserved in dedicated enthusiast ownership since 2007. Offered via private sale.
Storage: Kept on-site at the owners' private residence in an insulated steel structure with heating and air conditioning run as weather requires.
Historical Significance & Provenance
The 1939 New York World’s Fair represented a high-water mark in American industrial design. To showcase the pinnacle of American automotive elegance on an international stage, Ford Motor Company commissioned ultra-limited coach built models for their pavilion in the World of Tomorrow exhibit.
This Convertible Victoria represents the final pre-war expression of multi-cylinder American luxury. Previously owned by respected collectors Don Sears and Don Connolly (acquired through Shawn Miller/Significant Cars), it has been preserved in a private collection for nearly two decades. The location of the only other sister car produced is not widely documented.
Condition & Detail
Mechanical & Numbers: Matching body tag and engine block numbers confirm the original V12 engine. Starts, runs, and drives well.
Exterior: Restored approximately 15 years ago featuring high-quality basecoat/clearcoat paint with hand pinstriping, re-chromed bumpers, guards, headlight rims, and hubcaps with new cloisonné medallions. Features correct wiper arms and hood ornament.
Interior & Top: Features an older, high-quality vinyl interior in very good condition. The convertible top is fully usable with no tears or holes, serving as an ideal template should the next owner choose to tailor a custom interior. All interior hardware is intact & in very good to excellent condition. Windshield demonstrates typical age-related clouding.
Storage: Kept on-site at the owners' private residence in an insulated steel structure with heating and air conditioning run as weather requires.
Title & Inspection: Clear title; completed NC State Highway Patrol physical verification for titling.
About the Owners Offered by lifelong Classic Era preservationists with over 50 years in the antique automobile hobby.
John Kepich is a 55+ year member of the Classic Car Club of America (CCCA), as well as a member of the AACA, Packard Clubs, and history of membership in Lincoln Clubs. He founded Kepich Exhaust in 1973, providing factory-duplicate exhaust systems and NOS/used parts to top restorers and suppliers nationwide (including RM Auctions, Lincoln Land, and Mark II Enterprises). Gretchen Kepich managed upholstery operations and office management following years managing luxury properties and soft-furnishing fabrication in Aspen and Snowmass Village, CO.
Documentation & Media Gallery
70 Detailed Photos: Arranged starting with full exterior shots showcasing overall presence and condition, followed by technical details, engine bay, trim, and interior condition & undercarriage.
Identification Proof: Includes close-ups of matching numbers, Brunn coach builder body plates, and the Lincoln ID plate.
Video: Video showing the vehicle running, and moving is posted. 2 additional videos showing engine running & exterior walk around to demonstrate the body & paint condition are available upon request.
Closing
This automobile represents not only a rare surviving example of Brunn coach work but also an important piece of American automotive design history.
A rare Brunn coach built Lincoln representing the pinnacle of late 1930s American luxury and craftsmanship.
After many years in dedicated enthusiast ownership, we offer this historically significant automobile to pass to its next caretaker.
Inquiries from collectors, historians, and institutions are welcomed.
The car is offered with respect to its preservation, authenticity, rarity and historical significance
Price: $175,000 OBO. Terms or partial trades may be considered.
Contact John Kepich : Phone: 336-492-2286 Text: 336-749-8513 [email protected]
