The Auburn Company had come into existence in 1877 producing wagons. In 1903 the direction of the company switched to creating automobiles their first being a one-cylinder chain-driven runabout. The styling and diversity of the vehicles evolved over the years, as did the mechanical capabilities and technological innovations. The success of the vehicles and the survival of the company were due mostly to Erret Lobban Cord, one of the outstanding salesmen of his day.
The Auburn 652 was powered by a 210 cubic inch six-cylidner engine which was mated to a three-speed gearbox. They had a two-speed rear axle and four-wheel hydraulic brakes with power assist. This was one of the last models to be created by the Auburn Company, the design was elegant and attractive and the price was lower than most other marque's could offer. Unfortunately, Auburn was forced to close its doors in 1936 as a result of the Depression.
