1933 Lincoln Model KA Convertible Roadster
During the height of the Depression, Lincoln created something extraordinary with the 1933 Model KA Convertible Roadster. This was the only year both KA and KB models featured different V12 engines, making 1933 examples particularly rare among collectors.
Lincoln produced 1,190 Model KA examples that year, with convertible roadsters representing a small fraction of total production.
The striking design featured a dramatically sloped chrome mesh grille that defined the front end, flanked by imposing headlights and driving lamps. Wide whitewall tires and full wheel discs complemented the impressive profile, while twin side-mounted spare tires added both function and visual appeal.
Curb weight was approximately 4,800 pounds (2,177 kg), reflecting the substantial construction expected of a Lincoln V12.
The convertible top incorporated substantial landau irons, and a distinctive rumble seat provided additional seating with its own windscreen.
Under the hood sat a 381 cubic-inch V12 engine with aluminum pistons and detachable cast-iron heads, a more serviceable design than its predecessors. The Model KA rode on a 136-inch wheelbase, distinguishing it from the larger KB variant, and represented Lincoln’s commitment to luxury during America’s most challenging economic period.
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