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Not Sold (Est: £100,000 - £120,000)

1961 AC Aceca Bristol

United Kingdom • 21 Jun 2026 • Lot Lot 425

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AI Listing Summary

This matching numbers AC Aceca Bristol, the third from last Bristol-engined RHD model, features an uprated 154bhp engine and overdrive, making it ready for touring or light competition. Acquired directly from AC Cars in 1961, it has a documented history and has been maintained by specialists.

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Condition 

8

The car is described as an 'original and well sorted matching numbers example' that has benefitted from a rebuilt engine to fast-road specification with recent major servicing by a specialist. While there's mention of a specific tappet clearance adjustment for the upgraded pushrods, the overall description points to excellent mechanical and cosmetic condition with minimal wear expected for a classic car that has been well-maintained and prepared.

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Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

BE817

Odometer:

35,000 miles

Reg Number:

PAE 33

RHD/LHD:

RHD

The third from last Bristol-engined car
- Uprated 154bhp fast-road engine
- Fitted with overdrive

A hardtop version of the popular AC Ace, the fastback-styled Aceca coupé, debuted at the Earls Court Motor Show in 1954.

The Aceca's hatchback body was constructed in hand-formed aluminium over a tubular steel framework, while the tubular chassis was more substantially built than the Ace's.

To reduce noise levels within the cabin, AC mounted all major components on rubber bushes.

The result was a well-engineered, lightweight and extremely pretty GT car in the best AC tradition.

From 1956 the more powerful (up to 130bhp) 2.0-litre Bristol six-cylinder engine became available.

The Bristol ‘Six’ was based on that of the pre-war BMW 328, with an ingenious cylinder head designed by Rudolf Schleicher, incorporating hemispherical combustion chambers and inclined valves without recourse to overhead or indeed twin camshafts.

Its tune-ability made the engine a popular choice for British racin...

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£80,224

Lowest Price (Since 2020)

£99,878

Median Price (Since 2020)

£126,931

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