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1962 AC Greyhound 1 of only 83 produced

United Kingdom • 27 Jul 2022

Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This 1962 AC Greyhound, one of only 83 produced, features a desirable AC 2-litre engine, Laycock de Normanville overdrive, and matching numbers. With a well-documented history, including an engine overhaul and sympathetic restoration, it offers a blend of rarity and classic appeal.

Condition

7

The car is described as a matching numbers example with credible mileage, suggesting good mechanical condition. It has undergone an engine overhaul and sympathetic restoration, indicating care and maintenance. Cosmetic condition includes Pacific Green paintwork and Grey leather interior, with some wear expected given its age. The extensive history file supports the car's history and maintenance.

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Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

AEF 2576

Odometer:

92,582 miles

Reg Number:

TGV 480

RHD/LHD:

RHD

Registration No: TGV 480 Chassis No: AEF 2576 MOT: Exempt Introduced at the 1959 London Motor Show, the AC Greyhound was closer in price at £3,185 to an Aston Martin DB4 than a Jaguar XK150.

Considerably rarer than either, just eighty-three were hand built before production ceased in 1963.

A 2+2-seater featuring a tubular steel chassis, aluminium bodywork, all-round independent coil-sprung suspension, front disc brakes and rack and pinion steering; most examples were powered by Bristol straight-six engines (in either 2 litre or 2.2 litre guises) allied to four-speed manual transmission with optional overdrive.

Concerns over future engine supply and the demands of the Shelby Cobra contract gave AC little choice but to shelve the Greyhound before its true potential could be realised.

One of just 83 examples of the Greyhound manufactured, this 1962 example is understood to be one of a mere 4 cars produced with the AC 2-litre engine allied to the four-speed lightweight aluminium-cased ...