Auburn Now Available to World Markets

EDITOR'S NOTE: Included on this page are two links to historical videos about E.L. Cord and Auburn-Cord-Dusenberg vehicles. The first is a Cord bio, the second is the 1990 Auburn-Cord-Dusenberg Festival Parade of Cars.

CLEARWATER, FL - July 25, 2007: As one of the few prewar American sports-cars, the Auburn Speedster was a powerful, affordable and stylish machine. It featured a characteristic boat tail body and a supercharged engine that that set American trends: large proportions and straight line performance.

In 1932, a stock supercharged speedster driven by Ab Jenkins at the Bonneville Salt Flats and was clocked at 100 mph through the flying mile. Auburn were particularly pleased with these results and plaqued subsequent cars with a memo on the dashboard.

Produced from 1929 to 1937, the Speedster benefited from E.L. Cord's empire which included many talented designers from Cord, Duesenberg and Lycoming. As different engines became available, the Speester was manufactured in three distinct phases. The last of these was the 851/852 Speedster which benefited from styling upgrades and a reworked Inline-8 engine.

To watch the Cord bio video CLICK HERE.

Up until 1935, many of Auburn's models were powered by Lycoming's V12 engine, which could be sold at a very affordable rate. Unfortunately, as this engine became unavailable, Auburn were left to rethink their straight-6, and Duesenberg helped them retool to include two more cylinders.

While changing engines, Harold Ames hired Gordon Buehrig of ex-Duesenberg fame to touch up the Speedster design. Buehrig reduced the ornamentation on the car, and added a more flowing touch, especially with his recessed radiator.

To watch the ACD Festival Parade of Cars video CLICK HERE.

Of the four decades of Auburn production, the company's history can be highlighted by the 851 and 852 Speedsters. These were the last few cars made by Auburn before the factory shut down in October of 1937 along with the rest of the Cord Empire. The Auburn 851's exclusivity is guaranteed by it limited production. It is a wonderful creation and hinted at what might have been if the company would have stayed in business. It was unique and distinctive. This is where Speedster Motorcars comes in some years later...

Original Details:
. Price $2,245 USD

. Engine Water Cooled, Inline-8 position Front Longitudinal aspiration Schweitzer-Cummins Supercharger valvetrain 2 Valves per Cyl displacement 4589 cc / 280.0 cu in bore 77.78 mm / 3.06 in stroke 120.6 mm / 4.75 in compression 6.5:1 power 111.9 kw / 150.1 bhp @ 4000 rpm hp per litre 32.71 bhp per litre bhp/weight torque 311.8 nm / 230.0 ft lbs @ 2750 rpm drive wheels

. RWD body / frame Steel Body on Steel Cross-Braced Chassis

. Front brakes Lockheed Drums w/Hydraulic Assist rear brakes Lockheed Drums w/Hydraulic Assist front tire size 6.5x15 rear tire size 6.5x15 steering Worm & Peg

. Suspension Non-Independant w/ Semi-Elliptic Leaf Springs, Hydraulic Dampers r suspension Live Axle w/ Semi-Elliptic Leaf Springs, Hydraulic Dampers

. Weight 1699 kg / 3746 lbs

. Wheelbase 3226 mm / 127.0 in front track 1488 mm / 58.6 in rear track 1575 mm / 62.0 in length 4938 mm / 194.4 in width 1816 mm / 71.5 in height 1473 mm / 58.0 in

. Transmission 3-Speed Manual gear ratios 2.86:1, 1.68:1, 1.00:1 final drive 3.1:1 or 4.5:1 selected ratio

. Top speed 167.4 kph / 104.0 mph 0 - 60 mph 15.0 seconds 0 - 1/4 mile 19.5 seconds

Speedster Motorcars of Florida, under the guiding hand of Ron Clark, has been building its tribute to the 1936 Auburn Boattail Speedster in Florida for over 25 years and has the most knowledge and experience in the industry when it comes to this classic car. The knowledge of the building process, strict attention to detail and deep desire to stay true to the original has enabled Speedster to develop a "new" Auburn Speedster in the exact spirit of the pre-war models but with the technological improvements that time brings.

Speedster works personally with each of its customers and assures them of a unique motoring experience. Every vehicle comes in a variety of colors and can be further customized to the client's particular desires and needs.

With the Auburn Automobile Company's original Boattail Speedster design specifications and molds in hand, Speedster Motorcars blends yesterday's classic design with today's technology including improved handling, ride, reliability and amenities.

The chassis, exclusive to Speedster Motorcars, blends the steering precision and handling of the world's finest sports cars with the responsive ride rivaling today's most expensive luxury vehicles. Every component, from the c hrome windshield to the power windows, is carefully hand-fitted by a craftsman's experienced touch. The hand laid fiberglass construction with tubular cross member frame and Vortec 5.3L V-8 engine make for an excellent ride. The luxurious interior seats are covered with hand-selected leather hides, perfectly matched for shade and grain then painstakingly sewn with meticulous attention to detail. This is truly the attitude of the world's best coachbuilders.

SPEEDSTER SPECS
Specifications for the Classic Auburn Speedster Replica:

* Engine:Vortec 5.3L V-8, 310 Horse Power GM
* Transmission: GM 4L60E 4 Speed Automatic
* Wheelbase: 126"
* Overall Length: 215"
* Weight: 3240 lbs.
* Body: Hand-Laid fiberglass
* Chassis: Tubular steel
* Suspension: Coil over springs fully adjustable
* Brakes: Power - Four wheel disc GM
* Steering: Power rack & pinion
* Cooling System: 14 quart capacity
* Fuel Tank: 16 gallon capacity
* Wheels: Dayton Wire Wheels, 72 spoke
* Tires: Wide White Wall 225/75R/15
* Windows: Power
* Stereo: State of the art AM\FM with CD player
* Climate Control: Air Conditioned with integral heater
* Parking Lights and Turn Signals: Cowl mounted
* Dual Road Lights: Bumper mounted
* Hood side Louvres: Stainless steel
* Interior: Genuine leather Carpet: 100% Wool
* Convertible Top: Stayfast canvas
* Steering Wheel: Leather, Burl or Carbon Fiber Banjo
* Storage: Carpeted storage behind seats
* Paint: Base coat/clear coat finish (PPG)
* Exhaust System: Dual lifetime turbo mufflers
* NADA REGISTERED

PERFORMANCE OF Classic Auburn Speedster Replica
The weight and H.P. are a given. H.P.=310, Weight=3240.
The 1/4 mile E.T.=13.75 sec. @ 100 M.P.H.
The top speed is 155 M.P.H.
These figures are with a 3:42 rear axle ratio.

Speedster also offers the following options and services:
* Complete parts and accessory inventory
* Restoration on anything from Auburns to Zephyrs
* Super charged engine
* Custom interiors featuring ostrich leather and suede
* Carbon Fibre Dash & Engine Cover and Burlwood Dash Packages
* Two-tone paint
* Hardtop with fabric headliner and rear window
* Customer care service and warranty
* Financing and leasing available in-house

Speedster Motorcars is authorized by the original Auburn Manufacturing Company to build its tribute to the Auburn Boattail Speedster.

For a test drive, to find the address of a dealership near you or to discuss representing Speedster Motorcars please contact: Ron Clark President 727-573-7770 x 20 or visit http://www.speedstermotorcar.com