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£6,524
Modified 1939 American Bantam Roadster
United States • 14 Feb 2025
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This modified 1939 American Bantam roadster, previously part of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum collection, features a 50ci inline-four engine and a three-speed transmission. It has a black exterior with white coves, a modified interior with a Plymouth dashboard, and recent mechanical work.
Condition
5
The car has several modifications including custom headlights, a chrome grille insert, 1949 Chevrolet taillights, a dashboard sourced from a 1948 Plymouth, and roll-and-pleat upholstery. Exterior flaws include scratches, stains on the white paint, and pitted brightwork. Interior has split seams on the bench. It has had some recent work, including cleaning the radiator, adjusting the brakes, repairing the exhaust, and replacing the spark plugs.
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Transmission:
Manual
Chassis No:
65389
Odometer:
76,000 miles
Reg Number:
[Reg Number]
RHD/LHD:
LHD
TMU 50.1ci Inline-Four Three-Speed Manual Transmission Black w/White Coves Black & White Vinyl Upholstery 15" Steel Wheels w/Covers Custom Headlights Roll-and-Pleat Upholstery 1948 Plymouth Dashboard Formerly of the IMS Museum Collection
This 1939 American Bantam roadster was purchased by the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Foundation in 1967 and was then displayed at Tony Hulman’s Early Wheels Museum in Terre Haute, Indiana.
The car was incorporated into the IMS Museum collection in the 1980s and was sold .
The car retains a 50ci inline-four paired with a three-speed synchromesh transmission.
Modifications added under previous ownership included custom headlights, a chrome grille insert, 1949 Chevrolet taillights, a dashboard sourced from a 1948 Plymouth, and roll-and-pleat upholstery.
The car was acquired by the selling dealer in 2023, and subsequent work included cleaning the radiator, adjusting the brakes, repairing the exhaust, and replacing the spark plugs.
This American Bantam...
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£6,363
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£16,548
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£38,734
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