£41,787
1950 Lea Francis 2½ Liter Sports
Bonhams • US • 3 Mar 2022
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£41,787
1950 Lea Francis 2½ Liter Sports
US • 3 Mar 2022
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AI Listing Summary
This 1950 Lea Francis 2½ Liter Sports is a rare British roadster, one of only 85 produced. It features a 2.5-liter twin-cam four-cylinder engine, a frame-off restoration, and a documented engine rebuild, making it a presentable and tour-ready classic.
Condition
7
The car underwent an extensive frame-off restoration, including a repaint, new upholstery, and a complete engine rebuild with new components. However, it has seen modest road use since the restoration and has changed ownership a couple of times, suggesting some wear and tear. The seller reports it's well-sorted and ready for tours, with added reliability features.
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Manual
LCU-312
United States
5146
1950
Auction
£41,787
1950 Lea Francis 2½ Liter Sports
Bonhams • US • 3 Mar 2022
Market Position:
Highest 10% of Past Sales
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Description
2,496cc, DOHC Inline 4-Cylinder
Engine 2 SU Carburetors, 100hp at 4,000rpm 4-Speed Manual Transmission 4-Wheel Drum Brakes, Front with Hydraulic Assistance Independent Front Suspension by Torsion Bar Semi-Elliptic Leaf Spring Rear Suspension *Former 2011 Amelia Island Concours entrant *Ex-Gilmore Museum *Elegant British Sportscar *One of a believed production run of only 85 cars LEA FRANCIS With a reputation as purveyors of quality motor cars to those who preferred individuality to the banality of mass production, the long-established Coventry firm of Lea-Francis recommenced production after WW2 with its 1939 range, and it was not until 1947 that a new model arrived in the shape of the 14hp Sports.
Boasting up-to-the-minute styling, albeit somewhat reminiscent of the pre-war BMW 328, the Sports was powered by Lea-Francis's Riley-esque twin-camshaft 1.8-liter four and was good for 85mph.
In 1949, the model received a substantial upgrade with the enhanced performance of a 2.5 liter ve...
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£34,410
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£41,787
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