This Hispano-Suiza J12 was ordered in 1934 by Mr. Moll Van Charante, a Dutchman, and was delivered January 29, 1935, through the Hispano agent in Holland.
During World War II the car was hidden and reappeared soon after with Dr. E.P. Rink of the Wallon Hospital in Lieden, Holland.
The car was then owned by William A.M. Burden, a great-great-grandson of Cornelius Vanderbilt, and a consummate automotive enthusiast. After leaving the Burden estate, the car was professionally restored to the finest concours standards.
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