Unveiled in the summer of 1926, the CGSS was one of the quintessential French voiturettes that could be registered within a lower tax bracket at the time.

This model was a development of Amilcar's successful line of sports cars known as the CGS with the extra 'S' standing for surbaissé and described the model's lower chassis.

The CGSS featured a revised camshaft, larger sump volume, improved steering box, short wheelbase and larger brakes.

The later examples also featured a four-speed gearbox.

Buyers had a choice of various body styles from a coupé to the iconic staggered-seat, pointed-tail roadster.

The 1074cc four-cylinder engine from the CGS was fitted but in a slightly higher state of tune delivering 35hp.

It was also available with a Cozette supercharger for those who needed more power.

Thus equipped, a CGSS won the 1927 Monte Carlo Rally driven by Lefebvre.

Designed as an enthusiast's first racing car, many customers purchased the CGSS to drive during the week and to comp...