Year: 1948 Make: Alvis Model: Duncan Registration: FGG 936 Chassis No: 21541 Odometer: 70,932 The Alvis Duncan is a rare and elegant example of postwar British automotive craftsmanship, representing the collaboration between Alvis Cars of Coventry and the coachbuilder Duncan Industries of North Walsham.

Following World War II, Alvis resumed production with a focus on refinement and engineering excellence, offering chassis’ that could be fitted with bespoke coachwork from independent builders.

Duncan, a smaller firm known for its lightweight, aerodynamic designs, produced only a limited number of bodies for Alvis, making these cars especially sought after today.

The Alvis Duncan was typically based on the TA14 chassis, a 1.9-litre, four-cylinder saloon platform known for its reliability and smooth performance.

The Duncan body was constructed primarily of lightweight aluminium over a wooden frame, an innovative approach for the time that contributed to its graceful proportions and im...