Relive the Glory of the Classics – Rent a 1936 Auburn Boattail Sprinter
Auburn was an American automobile manufacturer that produced automobiles from 1900 to 1936. Like many other early automobile manufacturers, Auburn automobiles were created by horse-drawn carriage makers Frank and Morris Eckhart of Eckhart Carriage Co. they were experiments, as they were handcrafted cars and they were distributed only in the Auburn area.
Over time, Auburn automobiles became known for their advanced engineering and striking looks.
The styles of this car were primarily designed by notable car designers Gordon Buehrig and Alan Mealy. These imaginative designers were hired by Erret Loban Cord when he ran the company from 1924 to 1937. The advance engine was a flat-mount single cylinder placed in the center of the car and produced 10 hp (7.5 kW). A 2-speed planetary transmission was also installed to complement the Boattail Speedster’s features.
Due to material shortages during World War I, plus the financial consequences on the Depression-era market, manufacturing in Auburn became too expensive and the plant eventually had to be closed. Today, however, its art deco headquarters in Auburn has been turned into an automobile museum and became a National Historic Landmark in 2005.
But even with the auto company’s untimely demise, its legacy of creating classic cars has been immortalized by the imprint its products left on American culture. Only in movies and television, Fred Astaire can be seen driving a Cord 810 Convertible in the 1937 musical comedy film “A Damsel in Distress.” And in the 1974 movie “The Great Gatsby,” Bruce Dern was shown sailing in a 1927 Auburn 8-88.
The 1936 Auburn Speedster also appeared in many Remington Steele episodes as the designated company car. Remington Steele, I must add, was the television series starring Pierce Brosnan. The role eventually compared him to Roger Moore, prompting him to be considered and ultimately to take on the coveted role of the soft super spy, Agent 007 himself, James Bond.
In addition to this, the 1984 Indiana Jones installment “Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom,” the Speedster also appeared in the opening scene as the car driven by the Short Round character.
It is truly unfortunate that America’s highly revered cars died prematurely from the Great Depression, especially when it was unplugged at the height of these cars’ automotive life. Yet it is comforting to know that the remnants of his greatness can still be felt and relived in none other than the magical city of Las Vegas. Here, the Speedster’s glory days are rejuvenated again in the showrooms (and then on the road) of classic car rentals.
Rental car dealerships in the city offer you a wide range of attractions, from classic to exotic to luxury. And here in Las Vegas, you’re sure to find an Auburn Speedster waiting to take you on that roaring twenties twist. It is also a pleasure to know that these car rental companies also offer a host of services on their easily accessible websites. Automobile information on models, rental prices, policies, and reservations can be purchased from these websites. VIP offers, such as a personal driver, 24-hour emergency access, and pick-up services, are available upon request.
So for whatever reason, take a ride in a classic rental. If you are a Remington Steele fan and loved Pierce Brosnan driving this car, you are sure to enjoy turning this baby’s wheels. Or even if you’re just a classic car lover, there’s no reason to hit the highway and hop on one of these great American classics.
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