For Sale: 1980 Auburn Boattail in Christiansburg, Virginia

==== Key Features ==== * A faithful tribute of the highly desirable Classic Era Speedster * Built by Auburn Speedster Co., Inc. of Pasadena, California * Well-equipped with items such as air-conditioning * Equipped with a 390-cubic-inch V-8 engine and automatic transmissionFew automobiles capture the imagination quite like the Auburn Boattail Speedster. Introduced in the mid-1930s, the Speedster was a rolling expression of the Art Deco era, streamlined, elegant, and futuristic in its design. With its long hood, sweeping fenders, and the distinctive boattail rear taper, it stood as one of the most dramatic styling statements ever to emerge from an American manufacturer. Even today, the Auburn Boattail Speedster is regarded as a true design icon, embodying the glamour and optimism of the prewar years.Because the original Speedsters were produced in very limited numbers, enthusiasts and craftsmen have long sought to recapture that spirit. Beginning in the postwar decades, talented builders began constructing recreations, carefully shaping fiberglass or steel bodies that echoed Gordon Buehrig's celebrated design. These tributes allowed drivers to experience the beauty and presence of the Auburn without the million-dollar price tag of an original.This 1980 Auburn Boattail Speedster Tribute blends the timeless artistry of the 1930s with comforts and engineering advances of modern motoring. Offered from the Dr. William "Bill" G. Jackson Estate Collection this Speedster Tribute was built by Auburn Speedster Co., Inc. of Pasadena California. Designated as model 876 the body was finished in a subtle white, that has mellowed throughout from age and use over the years. Riding on a set of wire wheels wrapped in wide whitewall tires, the upper portion features a folding tan convertible soft top. Other items include a faux blue leather bench seat with white piping, fog lights, dual wind wings, dual cowl lights, a Kenwood stereo, a wood rimmed steering wheel, and an air-conditioning unit.Power comes from a 390-cubic-inch V-8 engine that is paired with an automatic transmission, a combination that allows for any enthusiasts to enjoy this Speedster, whether it be for a weekend drive or in a parade.