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£5,850 (Est: £6,000 - £8,000)

1952 Alvis TA21 Tickford-bodied Drophead Coupé

United Kingdom • 21 Mar 2026 • Lot 187

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AI Listing Summary

This 1952 Alvis TA21 Tickford Drophead Coupé, part of the Darby Collection, boasts a Red Triangle restoration from the early 2000s and family ownership since 2007. While it may need some light recommissioning after limited use, its elegant coachwork and specialist restoration history make it an appealing project for enthusiasts.

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Condition 

7

The car was restored about 25 years ago and is now in need of some light recommissioning. It has seen limited recent use, suggesting it's in overall solid condition with slight wear. This aligns with a 'Very Good' rating, indicating minor reconditioning is required.

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Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

24813

Odometer:

16,277 miles

Reg Number:

NGO 647

RHD/LHD:

RHD

In 1952, the standard offering was the Alvis TA21 Three-Litre with Drophead Coupé (DHC) versions built, almost exclusively, by Tickford Built on a box-section chassis with independent coil-spring front suspension, the car was powered by a 2993cc overhead-valve straight-six producing 83-90bhp Registered in 1952, Chassis #24813 has been family owned since 2007, with just four previous keepers.

It was fully restored in the early 2000s by Red Triangle, well known for their long-standing expertise with the Alvis marque Maintained by a respected Bath-based classic car specialist and regularly attended local car shows Having seen limited recent use within the collection, light recommissioning may be required and viewing is highly recommended With elegant Tickford coachwork, respected specialist restoration history and clear project potential, this attractive TA21 DHC presents an appealing opportunity for an enthusiast seeking a well-proportioned and historically interesting post-war British...

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£4,260

Lowest Price (Since 2020)

£19,600

Median Price (Since 2020)

£29,923

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