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1934 Auburn 1250 Convertible Sedan
From RM Sotheby's Montery 2022
The listing's chassis number 1250 1064 H matches that in the Pebble Car Guide, confirming the listing writeup is for the same car.
1934 Auburn 1250 Salon Phaeton Sedan
$207,200 USD | Sold
o A genuine Salon model; one of the most desirable multi-cylinder cars of its era
o Retains numbers-matching engine block
o Known ownership history from new
o Fitted with Pilot Ray Driving Lights and Auburn-Crosley radio
In an attempt to improve sales of its smooth, powerful 12-cylinder model in the face of the Great Depression, Indiana automaker Auburn introduced a Salon version for 1933. The Salon was built upon its own specially strengthened chassis with adjustable vacuum-boosted brakes, and sported numerous unique design features, including a racing-inspired vee’d grille smoothly blended into the hoodline, unique headlamp lenses, fenders edged in chrome brightwork, and the iconic and widely copied “ribbon” bumpers. These were inarguably some of the most beautiful Auburns ever built, as well as among the most expensive and luxurious, and are today among the most desired by collectors. They are also scarce; the model was produced only for 1933, although retitled leftovers were subsequently sold into 1934.
The car offered here, serial number 1250 1064 H, benefits from having known ownership history since day one of its existence. Its original owner was a Mr. Carter of Pensacola, Florida, who likely acquired his new car for a bargain price in the midst of the Great Depression. Used for about 25,000 miles by the time of Mr. and Mrs. Carter’s passing in the mid-1950s, it was subsequently inherited and put into storage by their three children. It remained in a Pensacola garage until 1979, when it was finally sold to the second owner, enthusiast Arthur Griffin, who had spent 18 years pursuing it!
Subsequently fully restored in its present brilliant scarlet livery, with a tan interior and tan cloth top, the car was maintained by Mr. Griffin for a decade. For the past 30 years, the car has remained a member of a private collection. Now presenting an older restoration, the Auburn remains extremely attractive in its details and overall authenticity. The restoration has mellowed very nicely, with light wear to the interior from limited use and the paint and chrome imperfections showing the age of the craftsman’s work. The Salon Twelve trim is correct and original throughout, and the car has virtually all available accessories, including dual Pilot Ray steering driving lights and an original Auburn-Crosley radio; the engine block is the numbers-matching and correct Auburn unit for this car.
A true classic in every sense, this Auburn 1250 Salon Phaeton Sedan has remained remarkably intact as a result of the several caretakers this car has had over the years. Fully equipped with period accessories, this 12-cylinder-powered machine is perfect for touring and will be welcome at any show in the country.
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1929 OM Tipo 665 SSMM Sport Milano Team Car
The description below (source link) is from Classic Motor Hub Bibury. Apparently, the car sold recently but the description does not include estimate range or sold price. The description's chassis number 6651095 matches that in the Pebble Car Guide, confirming the writeup is for the same car.
1929 OM 665 SS MM ‘Superba’
o Mille Miglia eligible and has successfully completed the Mille Miglia 2025 event
o Fronteras team car for the 1930 Irish Grand Prix and Tourist Trophy
o 2.3-litre, supercharged six-cylinder engine
o Offered in exceptional condition after recent restoration work
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
This extremely rare OM is one of the coveted 2.3-litre supercharged cars that were used only in competition and were not offered by the Italian marque as an official production model.
Chassis number 6651095 was part of an OM team that was put together in 1930 by Edgar Fronteras and the marque’s British importer, LC Rawlence & Co. They planned to enter the Irish Grand Prix at Phoenix Park in July that year, and then the RAC Tourist Trophy, which would take place the following month on the Ards circuit near Belfast.
The two races each attracted a strong international entry. At the Irish Grand Prix, Rudolf Caracciola won for Mercedes, while the 2.3-litre OMs – driven by Fronteras, Giulio Ramponi and Ferdinando Minoia – engaged in an exciting battle with the Alfa Romeo squad.
Between that race and the Tourist Trophy, the team returned to England and tested 6651095 at Brooklands on 11 August. Period records and notes from that test refer to the OM as being a ‘Fronteras car here for the Irish races’.
Two weeks later, the Tourist Trophy was dominated by Alfa Romeo, with Tazio Nuvolari, Giuseppe Campari and Achille Varzi finishing first, second and third. As for the OM team, Ramponi crashed during practice in the car that had been assigned to Fronteras, so it’s believed 6651095 was promoted from spare-car duties and took part in the race.
After its Irish outings, the OM remained in the UK. It was first registered on 17 April 1931using the number that it still wears today – GN 8762 – and is thought to have spent much of the 1930s in storage at LC Rawlence & Co.
Following the war, the OM was bought by Eric Lister from a London dealer named Brian Finglass, before passing in 1952 to Leslie Byrom. It was then acquired by Anthony Hopton, who kept it for 30 years before it was acquired in 1999 by German-based collector Heiko Seekamp."
Between 2010 and 2014, it had its first stint in the hands of its current owner. He then sold the OM to a Russian enthusiast before buying it back in 2023.
Ever since Seekamp’s ownership, chassis 6651095 has been a regular participant in the Mille Miglia, successfully entering it no fewer than 17 times. Not only has it finished as high as ninth overall, it has often had the honour of being the first car off the ramp as race number 1.
In 2013, the OM also served as the ‘poster car’ for the event and appeared on a huge banner that flew over the Piazza della Vittoria. The banner was kept by the owner and can be included as part of the sale.
As well as its appearances at the Mille Miglia, 6651095 has also been displayed at the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance. In 2013, it picked up a trophy as the Most Significant Mille Miglia Car, and in 2024 it was recognised as being one of the five best Mille Miglia cars at the world-famous Monterey event.
This OM has been cared for with no expense spared by its current owner and is now offered for sale in exceptional condition, having been treated to restoration work through 2023 and ’24. It comes with a comprehensive history file, too, including invoices, articles, books, photographs and correspondence from across the decades.
The car successfully participated in the 2025 Mille Miglia, with all arrangements perfectly executed. Its early start number once again proved invaluable, ensuring the fullest experience of this prestigious event. Thanks to the strong performance of its supercharged engine, the remarkably user-friendly gearbox, and the elegant Carrozzeria Sport bodywork, few automobiles could offer a more rewarding way to enjoy such an unforgettable Italian adventure.
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It's the big day we've been waiting for - the 2024 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance!
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We saw so many great vehicles and sights during Monterey Car Week!