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1979 Bristol 412 S2
United Kingdom • 31 Jul 2024
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AI Listing Summary
This rare 1979 Bristol 412 Series 2, with Zagato Targa-top styling, boasts a rich history and recent £16,000 recommissioning by Bristol. Originally owned by the Chairman of Inchcape, it features a 5.9 V8 engine, extensive service records, and a vibrant red repaint, making it a head-turning classic despite minor mechanical advisories.
Condition
7
The car has been recently recommissioned with significant investment, addressing brake, steering, suspension, and interior issues. It has a well-documented history with regular maintenance and positive reports from experts. However, it has some minor issues like a slight oil leak, play in the steering column, and a choke that isn't working correctly, suggesting it's not in perfect condition but very well-maintained.
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Transmission:
[Transmission]
Chassis No:
7850159Z
Odometer:
115,875 miles
Reg Number:
UDV909
RHD/LHD:
RHD
Description Extremely rare Zagato-bodied Bristol Targa top V8; recently recommissioned by Bristol at a cost of over £16,000; interesting history; be different and get yourself noticed! A natural rival to the Rolls-Royce Corniche, the Bristol 412 came out in 1975 with angular Targa-top styling by Zagato.
Initially fitted with a 6.2 Chrysler V8, this was replaced by a 5.9 V8 for the Series 2 model from 1978, the engine set well back for optimum handling and good for a top speed of 140mph.
It even had cruise control which was quite remarkable for a car of that era.
Costing an absolute fortune when new (at least three times the price of a Jaguar XJ12), ownership was restricted to a privileged few.
Dating from September 1979, this 412 Series 2 was originally registered JLD 705V and was first owned by the Chairman of luxury car distribution group, Inchcape of London.
It comes with a vast and interesting history file from new showing regular maintenance by Bristol Cars throughout its lif...
Points of note
£11,368
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£12,434
Median Price (Since 2020)
£13,500
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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