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£81,192 (Est: £50,262 - £67,016)

1938 HOTCHKISS 686 CHAPRON CUTTER

France • 7 Nov 2021

Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This is a unique 1938 Hotchkiss 686 Coupe Chapron, the only one of its kind bodied by Chapron. It features a 3485cm3 6-cylinder engine producing 110 horsepower, and was recently restored after being owned by the same person for 35 years. While in very nice condition, the car needs a small overhaul and new tires.

Condition

7

The car is described as being in very nice condition, with a leather interior and beautiful woodwork that has a touching patina. The listing mentions it needing a small overhaul and a change of tires.

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Transmission:

[Transmission]

Chassis No:

80060

Odometer:

18,641 miles

Reg Number:

4290LY52

RHD/LHD:

LHD

1938 HOTCHKISS 686 COUPE CHAPRON

Chassis # 80060

Chapron Body Shop

Single model

Same owner for 35 years

French Registration Card

Two crossed cannons surmounted by a grenade in fire, all surrounded by a belt closed in loop, clearly visible on the radiators of the Hotchkiss vehicles, this emblem, copy almost exact of the American military insignia of «the Ordonance Department», is an unambiguous reminder of the origins of the Hotchkiss car brand.

The Hotchkiss brand built automotive mechanical parts in 1901.

Logically, in 1904, the first 20 HP engine with a four-cylinder engine with side valves was introduced.

Then, the range develops with engines that increase in power and this until the First World War.

In 1919, Hotchkiss restarted its automotive business and diversified its production of chassis, engines and bodywork to dress the whole.

Its wide range and in particular its more economical models always manufactured with quality, will allow it to survive the crisis of 19...