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THE NATION'S TOP CONSIGNMENT DEALER OF CLASSIC AND COLLECTIBLE CARS Got a classic car to sell? We can Sell it! Call us Today! 1928 Auburn 8.88 Sport Sedan Stock #3246-CHA 1928 Auburn 8.88 Sport Sedan for Sale Charlotte Showroom 5400 West WT Harris Blvd Charlotte, NC 28269 Local/International: (704) 598-2130 Toll-Free: (866) 542-8392 Hours: Tues - Fri: 9AM - 6PM EST Sat: 9AM - 5PM EST Email: [email protected] Atlanta Showroom 213 Thornton Rd Lithia Springs, GA 30122 Local/International: (678) 279-1609 Toll-Free: (877) 367-1835 Hours: Tues - Fri: 9AM - 6PM EST Sat: 9AM - 5PM EST Email: [email protected] Dallas/Fort Worth Showroom 5400 Sandshell Dr Fort Worth, TX 76137 Local/International: (817) 764-8000 Toll-Free: (855) 877-2707 Hours: Tues - Fri: 9AM - 6PM CST Sat: 9AM - 5PM CST Email: [email protected] Tampa Showroom 4610 Pet Lane Lutz, FL 33559 Local/International: (813) 501-1630 Hours: Tues - Fri: 9AM - 6PM EST Sat: 9AM - 5PM EST Email: [email protected] VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS ENGINE: 247CI Lycoming Straight Eight BODY STYLE : Sedan TRANSMISSION: 3 Speed Manual EXTERIOR COLOR: ODOMETER READING: 6804 INTERIOR COLOR : Brown VEHICLE FEATURES & OPTIONS Numbers Matching, Cloth Interior, Heat SELLER REMARKS Auburn is one of those storied American brands that make car show judges stand up and take notice. In fact, this 1928 Auburn 8-88 Sport Sedan is your instant ticket to premium cars shows, where they'll park you next to its corporate brothers from Cord and Duesenberg. So this sedan already seems like a tantalizing proposition, even before you read how exceptional the condition is. The two tone coordinating colors of tan and brown give this one an instant regal appearance. The Auburn is unique, standing out with its horseshoe-shaped grille and stand-alone headlights, along with the split, crank out windshield, that gives it a distinctive look. Finish quality is exemplary, with doors that close with the most wonderfully solid sound, and the folding hood opens with ease and latches without a fight. Paint quality was most certainly not this good in 1928, but for a car designed to be noticeably premium, this one fits the bill perfectly. Chrome was used sparingly to show that the confidence of good design only needs small highlights on the grille, headlight shells, and door handles. The brown cloth interior has a great pattern that seems to represent the Roaring Twenties perfectly on the pleated seats. The whole interior is beautifully finished with clean stitching, and correct windlace around the doors. The handles and knobs look like jewelry, and the panels have gorgeous wood garnish moldings. Lovers of real wood should pay special attention to the dash, as it is a work of art. Overall, it's hard to find a piece that has been replaced (or needs replacing) in the nearly 90 years since this luxury car first left the factory. Luxury is often measured in rear seat space, and there's about enough legroom back there to make modern limousines jealous. It's handsomely finished, with delicate ashtray covers, ornate assist straps, and a robe rail behind the front seat. The Lycoming-built, 247 cubic-inch straight-8 engine makes a rather robust 88 horsepower. But the real key to this motor was the torque, which is why it was also the basis for the legendary Auburn Boat Tail Speedster that were some of the fastest cars of the day. It's the original motor with the car, and this powerplant is still connected to its original three-speed manual transmission. It will require a little double clutching (if you like 1920s cars, you're likely already a pro). This total package of high torque, and wide ratio gearbox, is happy to pull the big sedan around at barely more than a walking speed in high gear. Four-wheel mechanical brakes by Lockheed are quite effective for the period, and the single exhaust has a powerful-sounding eight-cylinder hum. The chassis is nicely detailed, and those glossy wooden spoke wheels are fitted with flashy Firestone tall white tires. This Auburn is just about ready to leave our showroom and head straight to concours events. The shockingly affordable price for this rare luxury just made this even more of an exquisite find. Call now!!! 1928 Auburn 8.88 Sport Sedan for Sale 1928 Auburn 8.88 Sport Sedan for Sale Stock # 3246-CHA Charlotte Showroom 5400 West WT Harris Blvd Charlotte, NC 28269 Local/International: (704) 598-2130 Toll-Free: (866) 542-8392 Hours: Tues - Fri: 9AM - 6PM EST Sat: 9AM - 5PM EST Email: [email protected] Atlanta Showroom 213 Thornton Rd Lithia Springs, GA 30122 Local/International: (678) 279-1609 Toll-Free: (877) 367-1835 Hours: Tues - Fri: 9AM - 6PM EST Sat: 9AM - 5PM EST Email: [email protected] Dallas/Fort Worth Showroom 5400 Sandshell Dr Fort Worth, TX 76137 Local/International: (817) 764-8000 Toll-Free: (855) 877-2707 Hours: Tues - Fri: 9AM - 6PM CST Sat: 9AM - 5PM CST Email: [email protected] Tampa Showroom 4610 Pet Lane Lutz, FL 33559 Local/International: (813) 501-1630 Hours: Tues - Fri: 9AM - 6PM EST Sat: 9AM - 5PM EST Email: [email protected] TERMS OF SALE 1. Per the eBay User Agreement, by placing a bid you are entering into a legally binding contract and are committed to purchasing the vehicle described above. The details of this commitment are further outlined in the eBay User Agreement. 2. Vehicle may be sold by Streetside Classic Cars prior to the end of the auction. Streetside Classic Cars reserves the right to end its auctions early or to cancel bids solely at its discretion and shall not be held liable for any such cancellation. 3. The winning bidder is required to contact Streetside Classic Cars within 24 hours after the close of the auction to finalize the details of the transaction. 4. A $1,000 non-refundable deposit is required within 48 hours of the auction's close. This deposit reserves the vehicle and removes it from the market. Acceptable payment types for deposit are: credit card, wire transfer, cashier's check, and money order. 5. If winning bidder does not contact Streetside Classic Cars and submit deposit within 48 hours of auction close, vehicle may be made available to the next highest bidder or another qualified buyer on a first come, first serve basis. 6. Streetside Classic Cars has represented this vehicle to the best of its ability. Prospective bidders are encouraged to contact us directly to provide additional information or answer any questions. 7. Please be aware that all pre-owned vehicles, regardless of age, mileage, or manufacturer are subject to cosmetic wear and mechanical failure. Streetside Classic Cars encourages bidder to have a personal inspection completed prior to delivery to help ensure your satisfaction. Third party inspections are to take place prior to a vehicles shipment or delivery. 8. All vehicles are sold "AS IS" and with no warranties expressed or implied. 9. Final or winning bid price does not include shipping, tax, title, or registration fees. It is the purchaser's responsibility to provide for any state or local taxes and shipping expenses resulting from the sale. 10. We can assist you in delivery through our network of private and commercial carriers. Most of them can deliver the vehicle to your driveway. We assume no responsibility for damages or delays incurred once a vehicle is in a shipper's custody. 11. Streetside Classic Cars bears no liability and shall be held harmless for any complications, expenses, or damages resulting from a failure to meet these terms as they have been set forth and established herein. 12. An additional documentation fee of $199 will be added to the purchase price at the time of sale. DISCLAIMER This site and all advertising information may be updated without notice whenever new information is obtained and may contain mistakes and inaccuracies. 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WE WELCOME INTERNATIONAL BUYERS As an international buyer, it is as easy to purchase a vehicle from us as it is for any domestic buyer. Please call or email any one of our showrooms at: Charlotte Showroom Phone: 001-704-598-2130 Email: [email protected] Atlanta Showroom Phone: 001-678-279-1609 Email: [email protected] Dallas/Fort Worth Showroom Phone: 001-817-764-8000 Email: [email protected] Tampa Showroom Phone: 001-813-501-1630 Email: [email protected] Rest assured, you are dealing with one of the largest classic car dealerships in the United States with one of the largest (500+) vehicles on display. Our sales staff is very knowledgeable and can assist you in every aspect of the purchase. International buyers welcome! Click here for an estimate. If you decide to purchase from us, we require that you give us your complete name, address and phone numbers (home, office, mobile and fax) and a port of entry that handles containers. We do not ship vehicles open (RORO: Roll On Roll Off) due to risk of damage to vehicle and theft of parts. All international purchases must be paid by bank wire transfer in US Dollar funds only. Once we have received the funds, we will prepare the car for international shipment through one of our approved land and ocean carriers. We file all the necessary documents for export, deliver the car to a US port, secure it in containers and board an ocean carrier. We can land a vehicle to any port worldwide handling container traffic. We export cars regularly and are familiar with export requirements. You, or your agent, are responsible for Custom clearing the vehicle and registration in your own country.
