Sold | 203 — 1904 De Dion Bouton 8hp Model V Coupé Coachwork by Leon Molon, Le Havre Registration no. R 7425 Engine no. 15432

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203 — 1904 De Dion Bouton 8hp Model V Coupé Coachwork by Leon Molon, Le Havre Registration no. R 7425 Engine no. 15432

United Kingdom • 31 Oct 2014

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AI Listing Summary

This 1904 De Dion Bouton, with coachwork by Leon Molon, has a rich history, including participation in numerous London-Brighton runs and appearances in film. Restored in the 1960s and later benefiting from extensive mechanical work, it boasts a re-trimmed interior and comes with documentation, making it a compelling veteran car for enthusiasts.

Condition

7

While the car has been restored and well-maintained, it has also been regularly used in events and tours, indicating some wear and tear. The paint is described as generally good, but the description also mentions re-trimming of the interior and replacement of mahogany trim, suggesting that the original interior was not in perfect condition. The extensive work on the engine, gearbox, and transmission system, as well as the wheel reassembly, further indicates that some reconditioning has been necessary over the years.

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Transmission:

[Transmission]

Chassis No:

15432

Odometer:

[Odometer Reading]

Reg Number:

R 7425

RHD/LHD:

RHD

This car does not come with a current tax disc.

This car was restored in the 1960s by the renowned De Dion specialist Mr R J Seaton of Bournemouth where it acquired the period Molon coupé body.

It was dated by the VCC (Certificate No.

1208) on 02/09/64 and subsequently sold to VCC member Reg Taverner.

Reg entered the car for all Brighton Runs from 1966 to 1988, which apart from one occasion it successfully completed.

It was, however, withdrawn three times.

During this period the car appeared at many VCC events and was also used for films, appearing in at least one episode of Upstairs Downstairs as well as other programmes for the BBC and ITV.

Upon Reg Taverner's death, the De Dion was purchased by the current vendor in September 1992, and has only had these two owners over the past 50 years.

The VCC confirmed the car's 1904 date and Dating Certificate No.

1208 was reissued on 4th April 1993.

'R 7425' was then sent to Brentclass Restorations for extensive work on the engine, t...