£183,311 • £175,400 - £263,100
1958 AC Ace–Bristol
France • 15 Mar 2026 • Lot 24
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1958 AC Ace-Bristol, chassis BEX 454, boasts a rich history, having been delivered new in France and owned by notable figures like historian Antoine Prunet. While retaining its original Bristol engine and participating in events like the Coppa d'Oro delle Dolomiti and Tour Auto, the car now requires a technical inspection and likely some reconditioning, reflecting its age and use.
Condition
6
The car wears its original paintwork but was repainted in Vineyard Green in 1984. It has been used in races and rallies, indicating moderate wear on the exterior, interior, and/or wheels. Some reconditioning is likely required to bring it to a higher standard.
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BEX 454
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8589 SJ 64
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LHD
1958 - AC Ace-Bristol
Chassis: BEX 454
French registration
Vehicle sold without technical inspection
Remarks:
Delivered new in France, then in the hands of historian Antoine Prunet for almost 20 years.
Produced at Thames Ditton, the AC Ace symbolizes the perfect blend of British craftsmanship and genuine racing potential.
In its Bristol 2-liter version with three carburetors and a 4-speed gearbox, it won renown on the racetrack, notably in the 24 Hours of Le Mans, but also in rallies, such as the Tour de France Automobile and hill climbs.
Only 466 examples received this coveted engine, making the Ace Bristol one of the purest expressions of the post-war sports roadster.
According to our records, only 48 AC Ace Bristols were delivered new in France by official importer André Chardonnet.
The story of BEX 454 begins in May 1958, when it was delivered in Paris to Comte François Cossé de Brissac (one of France's oldest and most prestigious aristocratic families, originally from Maine ...
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£115,710
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£221,941
Median Price (Since 2020)
£414,126
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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