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£14,912

1961 Hotchkiss Jeep Willys M201 – Marc Levy

France • 27 Oct 2024

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AI Listing Summary

This 1955 Hotchkiss Jeep, owned by author Marc Levy since 1990, presents an attractive patina and storied history, having been used in the Haut-Var region of France. While boasting regular maintenance and a French collector's registration, it requires attention due to a recent unfavorable technical inspection noting issues with traffic lights, tires, and fluid leaks.

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Condition 

5

The car has an attractive patina and has been regularly maintained and started up. However, it has received an unfavorable technical inspection for traffic light failure, tire damage, and loss of fluids, suggesting mechanical and safety concerns. The bodywork is described as suitable for use without worrying about damage, but the overall condition requires reconditioning.

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Transmission:

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Chassis No:

14589

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RHD/LHD:

LHD

Carte grise française Châssis n° 14589 French title Chassis no.

14589 - Marc Levy’s personal car since 1990  - Attractive patina, used regularly - A multi-purpose classic - No reserve In 1955, Hotchkiss was allowed to produce Jeeps which were strictly identical to the American military model; these were known as the MB and then the M201.

A plate mounted on the dashboard indicates that this example went through the ERGM de la Maltournée, a government establishment whose main role was to rebuild military off-road vehicles.

Marc Levy acquired the Jeep in July 1990, at the time he was setting up his architectural practice, and for many years drove it up and down the steep and rugged tracks of the Haut-Var.

A decade later, his first novel If Only It Were True was an international success.

After going to live in New York, the famous novelist could not bring himself to part with the love of his youth and entrusted the Jeep to the firm Arts et Prototypes in the Paris area for them ...

Points of note

£7,280

Lowest Price (Since 2020)

£14,950

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£25,710

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