Not Sold (Est: £667.7k - £1m)
1939 - Delage D6 3 Litres Le Mans
Aguttes • France • 26 Nov 2023
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Not Sold (Est: £667,680 - £1,001,520)
1939 - Delage D6 3 Litres Le Mans
France • 26 Nov 2023
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This Delage D6 3 Litres Competition car, chassis #51821, boasts a documented history since its construction in 1939 and participation in the Le Mans 24 Hours. Restored to its original racing configuration, it's eligible for prestigious historic events, presenting a unique opportunity for collectors.
Condition
7
The car's description indicates it has been restored to its pre-war racing configuration after a period of modifications and use in different racing events. While it has a rich history and has been well-maintained since its restoration in the 1980s, the fact that it hasn't been driven since 2018 and required a restoration suggests it's not in pristine or near-perfect condition. Therefore, a rating of 'Very Good' seems appropriate.
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#51821
France
1939
Auction
Not Sold (Est: £667.7k - £1m)
1939 - Delage D6 3 Litres Le Mans
Aguttes • France • 26 Nov 2023
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Description
French registration title No MOT Monstre sacré of motor racing history and French sporting heritage Moral winner of the legendary 1939 Le Mans 24 Hours History known and documented from day one, in the same family since 1979 Historical record and dedicated literature rarely seen on a pre-war racing car A unique opportunity to acquire a high-performance pre-war racing car, eligible for the world's finest historic events, including Le Mans Classic, Goodwood Revival and the Mille Miglia.
Delage, a French marque founded in 1905 by Louis Delâge, left a lasting mark on the motoring landscape with its solid, luxurious cars, which were always promoted by incredible racing cars, including the 2LCV (1922, V12 engine), 15.S.8 (1926, 1,500 cc in-line 8-cylinder engine, World Champion in 1927 with Ace Robert Benoist) and D6 3 Litres (just before and just after the war).
The latter, also named Olympic after the saloon car available in the catalogue, would enable the brand, taken over in 1935 by b...
Price Analysis vs Other D6s
£20,036
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£71,503
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£436,456
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164 bis Avenue Charles de Gaulle, 92200 Neuilly-sur-Seine, France
Based in Neuilly-sur-Seine, France, Aguttes is a physical auction house handling classic, collector, and historic competition cars. They conduct live auctions across Europe, offering vehicle consignment and valuation services.
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