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1931 Lagonda 2 Litre 'Low Chassis' Speed Model Tourer

United Kingdom • 9 Apr 2025

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This 1932 Lagonda 2 Litre 'Low Chassis' Speed Model, chassis OH10067, boasts a rich history, including participation in the 1928 Le Mans. Originally supercharged, it now features a downdraught cylinder head for improved performance. Recently improved with an engine overhaul and other mechanical work.

Condition

7

The car has undergone a ground-up restoration, with recent improvements including an engine overhaul, attention to the rear axle, radiator, clutch, water pump, suspension, and carburettors. While the vendor opted for a downdraught cylinder head instead of reinstating the supercharger, the car is described as highly presentable and more attractive than a standard T3 Tourer. It has been featured in automotive publications and is accompanied by a V5C Registration Document, numerous bills, period photos, and a history file, indicating careful maintenance and documentation.

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Transmission:

[Transmission]

Chassis No:

OH10067

Odometer:

[Odometer Reading]

Reg Number:

PJ 2716

RHD/LHD:

RHD

A development of the Lagonda 2-litre that was driven by Andre D'Erlanger and Douglas Hawkes to 11th place overall at the 1928 Le Mans 24-hour race, the 'Low Chassis' model was introduced the following year.

Benefiting from a redesigned front axle (complete with rerouted braking system) and rear suspension spacers etc, its reduced centre of gravity resulted in notably sharper handling.

Powered by a 1954cc 'twin-cam' four-cylinder engine that boasted hemispherical combustion chambers and inclined overhead valves, the 'Low Chassis' was reckoned to be good for 80mph (though this was somewhat coachwork dependant).

Concerned that rivals such as Alvis and Sunbeam were beginning to offer cars of similar performance, the Staines-based company unveiled a supercharged derivative at the Brooklands Fete on 19th July 1930.

While, the attendant demonstrator wore a Powerplus single-rotor assembly, the majority of 'blown' production cars were specified with either Cozette No.9 (4psi) or altogether ...