This sporty roadster was created by Locke & Company for Lincoln to debut in the 1930 Auto Shows in New York, Chicago and Los Angeles. The catalog of custom bodies listed its special features including the disappearing top. Which is completely hidden under the rear cowl when put down and a arm-rest in the center of the front seat – very unusual for the time.
The car seen was ordered at the Chicago show and delivered to a prominent Doctor. Only 15 of this model were produced, this being #13-4 type 5000, model 191. Number 13 was the body tag designation for Locke and #4 was its production number of the 15 made. This is the oldest survivor of the three remaining Locke Sport Roadsters.
For this year’s Concours I am taking a different approach, making composite fine art pieces with some the finest images from the shoot. I have chosen and am working with three main backgrounds shots from the region to complement both the timelessness of the moment and beauty of the machine. My inspiration is to hang something out there that is unique, beautiful and unlike any of the other great shots of these amazing rides taken through the years.
You may purchase a print in our dElegance 2012 online gallery.