1935 Auburn 851
$100,000
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Vehicle Specifications
- VIN1874H
- Classic Car ID102762057
- Stock Number27
- CategoryAntiques
- Body StyleN/A
- New/UsedUsed
- MileageN/A
- EngineLycoming eight-cylinder engine
- DoorsConvertible
- Exterior ColorGreen
- Interior ColorTan
Classic Car Overview
ACD Club Certified A-389
Acquired by the Collection 21 years ago
2024 servicing by noted Auburn-Cord aficionado Ken Clark
Well known among the ACD Club faithful; 2025 Hoosier Tour participant
Founded in Auburn, Indiana, the Auburn Automobile Company rose to prominence in the 1920s and 1930s under the visionary leadership of E.L. Cord. Known for blending advanced engineering, dramatic styling, and attainable luxury, Auburn positioned itself toward the top of the market. The companys automobiles were fast and fashionable, earning Auburn a reputation for performance and flair during the Classic Era, and one that is still sought-after and admired by enthusiasts, collectors, and connoisseurs of all generations.
Ownership history of this 1935 Auburn starts in the 90s with ACD Club members and Kendallville, Indiana residents, Bob and Helen Cramer, who acquired this example from well-known car collector and ACD Club enthusiast, Tom Crook of Auburn, Washington. Restored and completed in 2001 by the Cramers, this 851 could be found at a number of ACD Club events throughout the years and received its ACD Club Certification by Paul Bryant in 2002. Documented in the accompanying copy of the 2005 ACD Club newsletter, this example was offered for sale, which would lead to the acquisition by The Oscar Roberts Estate Collection in the same year.
It has since been owned by active ACD Club members Oscar and Bonita Roberts for the last 21 years, and this Auburn has been a staple within their diverse automobile collection. Splitting time between Georgia and Auburn, Indiana, this 851 Phaeton would follow them to both homes throughout the year. When this Auburn was residing in The Home of The Classics , it was maintained at their collection building, the restored, former Edsel dealership / Sinclair gas station, which is a true staple of the community on North Main Street in downtown Auburn, Indi
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