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1948 AC Drophead Coupé (2-litre)

United Kingdom • 4 Mar 2017 • Lot 153

Vehicle Details

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This is a rare AC Two-Litre Drophead Coupé, one of the lowest produced platforms manufactured completely at AC Cars Ltd. It features a 1991cc engine with 74 bhp, a steel chassis similar to pre-war ACs, and an ash frame with aluminum panels. Finished in white with red leather trim, the car has been maintained thoroughly throughout its life with countless invoices. There is a possibility it was used as a demonstrator chassis by the Buckland Body Works.

Condition

6

The car is described as mechanically sorted and thoroughly maintained with a comprehensive history file, suggesting good mechanical condition. The red leather trim shows a 'nice patina' and the white paint job means that scratches are easily visible, implying some wear but not major damage. However, the description also suggests it 'deserves further inspection', indicating that a hands-on check would be beneficial to ensure the mechanical and cosmetic assertions are accurate.

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Transmission:

[Transmission]

Chassis No:

L930

Odometer:

66,512 miles

Reg Number:

VSY164

RHD/LHD:

RHD

The AC Two-Litre Saloon, which was the highest volume vehicle that came out the factory doors of AC reaching nearly thirteen hundred cars, the Drophead coupé however was one of the lowest produced platforms and manufactured completely at AC Cars Ltd, based at Thames Ditton.

Despite their distinct similarities, the later 'Buckland Sports tourers' were finished at the Buckland Body Works in Hertfordshire.

The summary of the platform is a steel chassis that is similar to that of pre-war AC that had been developed for the two-litre saloon vehicle, having rigid axles with front and rear semi elliptic leaf springs, mounted to the chassis is an ash frame that has the aluminium panels fitted.

This elegant drophead coupé features the renowned AC 1991cc engine.

These were developed and, by 1947, the power output reached 74 bhp.

The performance of a two door saloon tested by 'The Motor' magazine in 1948 had a top speed of 80mph and could accelerate from 0-60mph in 19.9 seconds.

This example...