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1955 Alvis TC21/100 Coupé

Switzerland • 18 Jun 2023

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AI Listing Summary

This 1955 Alvis TC21/100 Coupe is one of only 11 bodied by Graber, with known ownership history from new. Recently restored by Earley Engineering, it features a rebuilt engine, refreshed interior, and re-chromed brightwork, making it a unique and highly sought-after classic.

Condition

9

The car has undergone an extensive restoration by marque specialists, including a total mechanical rebuild and bare-metal respray. The interior has been renovated, and all brightwork has been re-chromed. Any missing items were replaced or remade as original. It also has continuous ownership history. The description indicates the car is in excellent condition following the restoration.

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Transmission:

[Transmission]

Chassis No:

25819

Odometer:

[Odometer Reading]

Reg Number:

243 XUV

RHD/LHD:

LHD

• Graber body no.

676 • One of only 11 bodied by Graber • Delivered new in Switzerland • Known ownership history from new • Present enthusiast ownership since 2009 • Fresh from extensive restoration by Earley Engineering Looking much like its TA14 predecessor, but featuring independent front suspension and a new overhead-valve six-cylinder engine, the new 3-Litre Alvis was announced in 1950 as the TA21.

Styled along classic pre-war lines, the 3-Litre was reckoned by Autocar magazine to appeal to "discerning owners who appreciate quality and good handling as well as mere performance".

Nevertheless, more of the latter was available from the mildly face-lifted TC21 - introduced in 1953 - courtesy of a redesigned cylinder head, twin SU carburettors and improved exhaust manifolding, making the TA21's successor good for 90mph.

Introduced at the 1953 Earls Court Motor Show, the model's ultimate incarnation was the TC21/100 'Grey Lady', the '100' being a reference both to the maximum horse...