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Buick V8-Powered 1955 AC Ace Special

United States • 21 Jul 2023

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AI Listing Summary

This 1955 AC Ace is a unique piece of racing history, having participated in the 1956 12 Hours of Sebring. It features a modified Buick V8 engine, a four-speed manual transmission, and a striking blue exterior, complemented by a black leather interior.

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Condition 

7

The car has been refurbished and has had modifications made, but also has some wear and tear. It is in overall solid condition with slight wear visible in paint, interior, or wheels. One or two small dents or curb marks may be present but are not prominent. Requires minor reconditioning.

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Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

AE90

Odometer:

77,000 miles

Reg Number:

[Reg Number]

RHD/LHD:

RHD

TMU Replacement 219ci Buick V8 Quadruple Weber Carburetors Four-Speed Manual Transmission Blue Paint Black Leather Upholstery Staggered Width Dayton Wire Wheels Four-Wheel Disc Brakes Four-Wheel Independent Suspension Aluminum Radiator & Electric Cooling Fan Electronic Ignition Fuel Cell Historical Photos & Documentation Invoices From 2006-2009 Refurbishment
This 1955 AC Ace is one of approximately 220 examples built with power from an AC inline-six and was purchased new by American AC importer Joseph “Hap” Dressel in September 1955.

Chassis AE90 was subsequently driven by Dressel and his business partner William Woodbury at the 1956 12 Hours of Sebring, where it finished fourth in its class.

The car was purchased in 1958 by a Tennessee dental surgery student who modified it in the early 1960s with a 215ci Buick V8 as well as dual-circuit brakes and flared rear wheel arches.

The car competed at Bridgehampton Race Circuit in New York in 1966 and two years later was placed in storage,...

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£34,867

Lowest Price (Since 2020)

£180,167

Median Price (Since 2020)

£364,928

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