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1956 Arnolt Bristol-Chevy Roadster
Bring A Trailer • US • 9 Feb 2017
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1956 Arnolt Bristol-Chevy Roadster
US • 9 Feb 2017
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AI Listing Summary
This 1956 Arnolt-Bristol Roadster features a restoration with a Corvette V8 engine and a T-10 4-speed manual transmission. Originally raced in the 1950s, it has period-correct modifications and a well-documented history.
Condition
8
The car has been recently restored and has had a rebuilt engine and other mechanical work done. Cosmetically, it has been repainted in the correct color, and the interior has been reupholstered. There are some modifications, such as the flared fenders and front spoiler, but these were added in-period and are part of the car's history.
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10,350 miles
3064
1956
Auction
Manual
LHD
United States
Not Sold
1956 Arnolt Bristol-Chevy Roadster
Bring A Trailer • US • 9 Feb 2017
Market Position:
Rare Sale
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Description
Chassis: 3064.
10,350 Miles
Shown, TMU.
283ci Corvette V8.
T-10 4-Speed Manual Transmission.
Dual Quad Carburetors/Intake.
Recent Restoration.
Period Flares and Front Spoiler.
Racing History in Late 1950s.
Private Party or Dealer: Dealer This 1956 Arnolt-Bristol Roadster was recently restored and features a chassis by Bristol, bodywork by Bertone, and a Chevrolet V8.
The Arnolt-Bristol was conceived by Chicago area entrepreneur Stanley Harold “Wacky” Arnolt, whose firm sold just 142 Arnolt-Bristols from 1954-1959.
This example was raced when new, with SCCA dash plaques indicating participation in a number of events between 1956-1958.
Originally powered by a Bristol straight-six, the car has been fitted with a Corvette-sourced Dual Quad 283ci V8 that is paired to a T-10 4-speed manual transmission.
The flared fenders and front spoiler were added in-period and distinguish this car from other Arnolt-Bristols.
The seller purchased the car in 2014 and commissioned a restoratio...
Price Analysis vs Other Bristols
£62,108
Lowest Price (All Time)
£161,325
Median Price (All Time)
£344,725
Highest Price (All Time)
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