Lehmann-Peterson Celebrity Owners


Famous people who have owned or used Lehmann-Peterson Limousines.



Elvis Presley 1967 Lehmann-Peterson
(Thanks to Richard Ramis for the heads up on these photos on a Ebay auction)

These next 3 pictures are candid photos taken by Alexandria Miller, the description with the photos state that this took place at 10550 Rocca Place in Bel Air, California. Wrote on the back it says "Elvis with new limo given to him by Col. Tom". It should be noted that it has never been confirmed that Elvis actually owned a Lehmann-Peterson, he was always known to love Cadillacs.

This update from James Campbell: Elvis Presley owned a 1967 Lehmann Peterson Limousine. L-P Production Number 67016. Serial number 800088. Unfortunately, this vehicle does not show up on the Lehmann Peterson Survivors List.

Peg Peterson daughter of Robert Peterson says her dad spoke of an Elvis car but did not have any photos though.



A few more candid photos of Elvis with his Lehmann-Peterson
(Thanks to Rich Ramis for sending these photos)




1968 Robert F. Kennedy Limousine ?
Currently owned by a party in the San Francisco Bay area.
(Was previously owned by David L. Laigle of Houston, Texas.)

It is said that this car was ordered and built for Robert F. Kennedy, however he was killed before it was delivered. It was then sold to the original buyer as the Robert Kennedy car.

Football star Rosie Greer was said to know about this car, however former owner David Laigle in Texas spoke with Greer around 2004 and said that he was unable or unwilling to shed any light on the car. If anyone has any other information on this car please contact me.

(Was previously owned by Colonial Limousine Service, Williamsburg, Virginia.)



1965 Lincoln Continental Executive Limousine
Built for Robert S. McNamara, former Secretary of Defense



(Sold on Ebay January 2006, this is the sellers description)

This 1965 Lincoln Continental Executive Limousine by Lehmann-Peterson was a Government Special limousine specially constructed for Robert S. McNamara, Secretary of Defense under both President John F. Kennedy and Lyndon Johnson. It is 1 of only 15 leased by the U.S. Government. Furthermore, of these 15, only 3 are still known to exist - 2 cars used by President Lyndon Johnson and this totally restored example. This limousine has had many dignitaries in it and many military/government security decisions were made in the car. Incidentally, I actually spoke with Secretary McNamara about the limousine 3 months ago. When used by the Department of Defense, the car had a secure radio telephone with voice scrambler for communication with both the Pentagon and the White House; however, the telephone was removed when it was taken out of government service. The telephone connection cables are still with the car, and there are also vent ports in the trunk to allow heat from the original equipment to escape. The limousine still has the two 5" Lucas parade lights with alternating “wig-wag” function, the two front fender flag holders, and a factory 5" Sony T.V. In addition, it also has the Lehmann-Peterson dash plaque which states "Especially built for Secretary of Defense, Robert S. McNamara," and I have a letter from Lehmann-Peterson authenticating the limousine. The car has just gone through an extensive 2 year restoration, and I have many pictures documenting the restoration process. The entire car has been re-worked, including front and rear heat and air, power windows, complete interior with new leather, carpet, etc., new paint, new tires, new vinyl roof, all new or rebuilt mechanicals, etc.



Jackie Gleason's 1968 Lehmann-Peterson
VIN 8Y82G803675, L-P Production number 68009

Car was ordered with Bar and TV, Ice Chest in right side Arm Rest
Storage Compartment, Landau Irons with intials "JG", Burglar Alarm,
White Vinyl Top, Blue Mouton Carpet. Car color is a Daulton Blue.
(See Production sheet below)


This car is on display at Carr's Museum in Spokane, WA.

Production sheet for Jackie Gleason's Lehmann-Peterson


1965
Owned by Ronald Reagan prior to being President.


From a Chicago Historical Antique Automobile Museum flyer.


1968 Lyndon B. Johnson Lehmann-Peterson Limousine

This from a postcard from the LBJ Library and Museum in Austin, Texas. The description on the card states that it was presented by the Ford Motor Company and was used in Washington, then in Austin. Equipped with security communications, radio, telephone, and television. A large soundproof passenger compartment also provided ample space for discussion in transit.



Robert Vaughn and his 1965 Lehmann-Peterson.

This update on 01/10/2002, an associate of Robert Vaughn has informed me
that he sold this car to a funeral home probably around 1996 in New Haven,
Conn. since then the funeral director has died and car whereabouts unknown.

(Photos from an article in 1980 Continental Comments)






Sophia Loren article written by columnist Irv Kupcinet of
"Kups Column", he was good friends with George Lehmann.


1969
Used by Lana Turner




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