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1927 Duesenberg Model X |
Catalog Number |
2020.6 |
Collection |
Automobile |
Description |
Year: 1927 Make: Duesenberg Model: Model X by Locke Body type: Dual Cowl Phaeton This Duesenberg Model X is one of 13 chassis that were built, of which only five received a finished body. This phaeton coachwork was built by Locke & Co. of New York, which also built bodies for Chrysler and Lincoln. Two phaetons were thought to be built, and this is the only remaining example. It is thought that this Duesenberg made appearances at various auto shows in 1928 in order to keep the Duesenberg name in the public eye before the release of the mighty Duesenberg Model J. It became part of the Harrah’s Automobile Collection in 1964 where the Old Ivory and Painter’s Green paint was restored. All Model X engines utilized a re-worked Duesenberg Model A engine, relocating the water pump, generator, and manifolds to increase horsepower from 88 to 100. Exterior Color: Old Ivory and Painter's Green (Restored by Harrah's to its original paint scheme) Interior Color: Green leather Wheelbase: 135 inches Engine: Straight-eight cylinder, single overhead cam Transmission: Three-speed manual Displacement: 260 cubic-inches Horsepower: 100 at 4,000 rpm Weight: 4,000 lbs. Price When New: n/a Donated by Perry and Margie Pintzow, Albuquerque, New Mexico |
Date |
1927 |