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1957 Facel Vega FV3 Coupé Chassis no. FV3/57-202 Engine no. TY3-154689
Bonhams • Belgium • 10 Oct 2014
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1957 Facel Vega FV3 Coupé Chassis no. FV3/57-202 Engine no. TY3-154689
Belgium • 10 Oct 2014
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1957 Facel Vega FV3 Coupe, chassis number FV3/57-202, is a matching numbers example delivered new to Belgium. It underwent a comprehensive three-year restoration in the early 1990s and has been meticulously maintained since, with under 50,000 kilometers on the odometer. The car is finished in black with a beige leather interior and comes with extensive documentation, making it a well-preserved and serviced classic.
Condition
7
The car presents very well despite not being repainted since 1990, indicating high-quality initial work and careful maintenance. The interior is original and in very good condition, suggesting minimal wear and good preservation efforts. Recent and documented maintenance, including brake overhauls and transmission work, further support its well-maintained status.
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31,068 miles
FV3/57-202
1957
Auction
Automatic
FS-24-34
Belgium
Not Sold
1957 Facel Vega FV3 Coupé Chassis no. FV3/57-202 Engine no. TY3-154689
Bonhams • Belgium • 10 Oct 2014
Market Position:
Rare Sale
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Description
In its relatively short life, the French firm of Facel produced approximately 2,900 cars, all of which were stylish, luxurious and fast.
Hand built, they were, of course, necessarily very expensive – the Facel II was priced in Rolls-Royce territory – and were bought by the rich and famous seeking something exclusive and distinctive.
The roll call of owners includes royalty, politicians, diplomats and entertainers; Tony Curtis, Danny Kaye, Ringo Starr, Joan Fontaine and Ava Gardner being counted among the latter.
Confirming that there was high-performance substance behind Facel's unquestionable style, they were owned and driven by great motor racing figures such as Sir Stirling Moss, Maurice Trintignant and Rob Walker.
Founded by Jean Daninos in 1939, Forges et Ateliers de Construction d'Eure-et-Loir (FACEL) specialised in the construction of aircraft components and metal furniture.
After the war the company engaged in the supply of car bodies to Panhard, Simca and Ford France, bef...
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