During the 1930s AC gained a good reputation for producing elegant, well made motor cars with sporting characters.

In 1947 AC launched its first post-war model, the 2-litre.

The new model came with a choice of traditionally constructed saloon or drophead coachwork, although the styling was modern in its design.

The mechanical underpinnings were of a straight forward modern design and used a 65mm x 100mm 1991cc overhead cam straight-six which gave reasonable power and performance, enough for 84mph and 22mpg from the 74bhp engine.

From 1949 a tourer version was also made available as an alternative to the drophead coupe style, and a four-door saloon became available in 1952.

Production of the 2-litre in its various forms continued until 1958, by then nearly 1,300 cars had been built.

In a familiar colour scheme - which suits the car well - of gold with red leather, this car has just been restored, retaining the fine original interior, the restoration taking 4 years from 2000-2003 ....