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315 — 1934 Alvis 3½-Litre Crested Eagle TE Limousine Project Coachwork by Mayfair Carriage Co Registration no. CN 5854 Chassis no. 10970 Engine no. 11411
United Kingdom • 6 Sept 2014
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1934 Alvis Crested Eagle is a Mayfair-bodied limousine project, found in barn-find condition with its original paint. While it retains some desirable features like wheel discs and a luggage rack, the engine is seized, and the roof has suffered damage. The car comes with documentation but requires either preservation in its current state or a more extensive restoration.
Condition
3
The car is described as a 'barn find' with original paintwork, indicating significant wear and potential cosmetic issues. It has been exhibited 'as is,' suggesting it's not in pristine condition. The engine is seized, and the roof blew off during an event, pointing to mechanical and structural problems. While it has some appealing features like optional extras and documentation, the overall condition suggests it needs substantial reconditioning or restoration.
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Transmission:
Manual
Chassis No:
10970
Odometer:
[Odometer Reading]
Reg Number:
CN 5854
RHD/LHD:
[RHD/LHD]
Manufactured from 1933 to 1940, the Crested Eagle featured an X-braced chassis frame with transverse-leaf independent front suspension and mechanical brakes.
Engines fitted were of 2,148, 2,511, 2,762 and 3,571cc in capacity, all of them overhead-valve sixes.
Standard body styles available on the Crested Eagle chassis were limited to just three: four-light and six-light saloons and a limousine.
This imposing Mayfair-bodied limousine on the Crested Eagle chassis was delivered new to Messrs Swallow Milburn in Newcastle.
Little is known of the Alvis's history prior to 1948 when it was purchased by Joseph Foster & Sons Garage of Otterburn, Northumberland.
In 1961 the pre-selector gearbox was replaced with a synchromesh unit by Alvis, while between 1969 and its purchase in 1984 the car remained laid up in a barn (see 'as found' photograph on file).
A true 'barn find' – even the paintwork is original – this Crested Eagle limousine has been exhibited at various Alvis Owner Club events '...
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