£10,688
1940 Alvis 12/70 Drophead Coupe
United Kingdom • 26 Jul 2023
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1940 Alvis 12/70 Drophead Coupe, one of 150 bodied by Mulliners, boasts a rich history with continuous maintenance. While it presents well and runs, it requires attention to a cough and bang under load, reflected in its recent sale price.
Condition
6
The car has been well-maintained over the years with an extensive history file documenting its life. It has received an engine overhaul, refurbished components, and re-trimmed seats. While it has some known running issues, it also has a current MOT, suggesting it's roadworthy with minor attention.
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[Transmission]
Transmission:
15507
Chassis No:
Odometer:
45,000 miles
BWF 822
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
Among the very last of the 150 Alvis 12/70 chassis to be clothed with Drophead Coupe coachwork by Mulliners of Birmingham, ‘BWF 822’ was supplied new via The East Ridings Motor Company to Miss Gladys Horner of Hessle on 23 rd March 1940.
A letter on file reveals that the Alvis was (a) little used until World War Two had ended, (b) professionally repainted from Black to Cream during her tenure and (c) still wore its original tyres when sold to W.H.
Anstead Esq., c/o The Sergeants Mess, RAF Dishforth in May 1958.
Acquired by Frank Munroe Esq.
for £165 the following November at a warranted 45,000 miles, the four-seater was to remain in his possession for the next twenty-eight years.
Perhaps unsurprisingly given that he was the proprietor of The Northern Photographic Agency, a dramatic image of the Drophead Coupe graced the front cover of the Alvis Owners’ Club’ Bulletin magazine for July 1962 being captioned thus: ‘Mr F.
H.
Munroe’s 1939 12/70 at the top of the Alberg Pass taken on...
Points of note
£1,400
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£10,688
Median Price (Since 2020)
£14,560
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on Nov 03 2023
Latest MOT Mileage
79,461 miles
Registration Date
1940-03-23
MOT History
Passed
On Nov 04 2022 with 79,461 miles
Passed
On Jun 13 2012 with 73,775 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Passed
On Jun 15 2011 with 70,933 miles
Passed
On Jun 02 2010 with 70,312 miles
Passed
On Jun 09 2009 with 69,437 miles
Passed
On Jun 09 2008 with 68,951 miles
Passed
On Feb 24 2007 with 68,402 miles
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