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1958 Facel Vega Excellence
Bonhams • US • 19 Aug 2022
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1958 Facel Vega Excellence
US • 19 Aug 2022
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AI Listing Summary
This 1958 Facel Vega Excellence, chassis EX 8A, is a rare and historically significant vehicle, being the eighth Excellence produced and originally delivered to Jean Cavallier, President of Pont-A-Mousson. Updated by the Facel Vega factory with bespoke cosmetic and mechanical details, including a more powerful HK500-spec Wedge engine and HK500 disc brakes, it features a beautiful restoration and presents in its original color scheme.
Condition
8
The car presents in fine order, finished in its original color scheme. It retains its factory-fitted engine, gearbox, disc wheels, and unique trim pieces. The car is presented with beautiful paint, brightwork, and cosmetic detailing. The cabin is lined in attractive black leather and is faithful to original specifications, with correct woodgrain-effect dash and a full array of Jaeger instruments. The soft trim is in good condition overall.
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Manual
7440 HE 75
1958
Auction
EX 8A
LHD
United States
Not Sold
1958 Facel Vega Excellence
Bonhams • US • 19 Aug 2022
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Description
383ci OHV Wedge Chrysler V8
Engine Single 4-Barrel Carburetor 360bhp at 5,200rpm 4-Speed Manual Pont-A-Mousson Transmission Independent Coil Spring Suspension - Live Rear Axle 4-Wheel Disc Brakes *Delivered new to Facel Vega VIP Jean Cavallier, President of Pont-A-Mousson *Updated by the Facel Vega factory in period with bespoke cosmetic and mechanical details *Beautiful restoration performed *One of only 154 Excellences built THE FACEL VEGA EXCELLENCE A unique alternative to a Bentley Continental or Maserati 3500, the early Facel Vega Coupe models were quickly snapped up by wealthy industrialists and glitterati alike, proving the company's slogan: "The Few Who Own the Finest".
Improving on the concept, it was determined in short order that Facel's market could be expanded by adding two more doors.
Hence, just two years after the introduction of the first Facel Vega Coupe, the Excellence Sedan was unveiled.
The Excellence was made to American proportions, featuring elegant slab-s...
Price Analysis vs Other Excellences
£30,905
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£77,307
Median Price (Since 2020)
£116,714
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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