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1937 Hotchkiss 686 " Paris-Nice " Côte d'Azur Prototype
France • 2 Jul 2022
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AI Listing Summary
This 1937 Hotchkiss 686 "Paris-Nice" is a rare factory prototype, believed to be the only one of its kind with this special bodywork. It has been part of the Pierre Héron collection since 1966 and was exhibited at the 1975 Motor Show. The car is in need of recommissioning after thirty years in storage, offering a unique opportunity for collectors.

Condition
6
The car is described as very sound and complete, having been stored in running condition for thirty years. It requires a careful recommissioning. The listing mentions a refurbishment with new paint in 1975 and redone upholstery, but no mention of any other damage. This points to a car that is in good condition, needing some work to bring it back to its former glory.
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Transmission:
[Transmission]
Chassis No:
62832
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Reg Number:
5069 TO 75
RHD/LHD:
[RHD/LHD]
1937 Hotchkiss 686 " Paris-Nice " Côte d'Azur Prototype No reserve Collection Pierre Héron Carte grise française Châssis n° 62832 Moteur n° 9668 - Dans la collection depuis 1966 ! - Prototype d'usine, le seul connu - Version Paris-Nice plus puissante - Sans réserve Malgré son image de sérieux, la marque Hotchkiss n'est pas étrangère au sport automobile.
Elle s'y est distinguée à plusieurs reprises au Rallye de Monte-Carlo mais, auparavant, a remporté le Critérium Paris-Nice de décembre 1928 avec cinq voitures ex-æquo et en couvrant la côte de la Turbie à la moyenne de 71,6 km/h, puis en 1934.
C'est la raison pour laquelle la marque a dénommé "Paris-Nice" (PN) la déclinaison sportive de ses nouveaux modèles en 1935 dont le six-cylindres 3,5 litres de la 686 voyait sa puissance passer à 110 ch.
L'exemplaire présenté, outre l'intérêt qu'il représente grâce à sa configuration " Paris-Nice ", est un prototype d'usine avec carrosserie spéciale, identifiable à sa lunette arrière en deux pa...
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£862
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£18,591
Median Price (Since 2020)
£81,192
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