While the early history of this Franklin remains undocumented, its known provenance begins with A.C. Franklin of Douglas, Arizona – a fitting coincidence given his surname. In 1961, it was acquired by James Thompson of Homeland, California. Starting in 1976, Stan Lucas pursued the car for eight years before finally acquiring the Franklin from the Thompson family in 1984.

Though not freshly restored, this Franklin presents a well-preserved, older restoration and features the desirable Convertible Coupe body style. It offers its next caretaker the opportunity to participate in H.H. Franklin Club Inc. events – most notably the famed Franklin Trek in Syracuse, New York – and to experience firsthand the appeal of these air-cooled automobiles.