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£329.5k

1956 Arnolt-Bristol DeLuxe Roadster by Bertone

RM Sotheby's • US • 16 Aug 2014

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£329,536

1956 Arnolt-Bristol DeLuxe Roadster by Bertone

US • 16 Aug 2014

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Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This 1956 Arnolt-Bristol DeLuxe Roadster, chassis No. 404/X/3108, is one of 142 built and reportedly driven by "Wacky" Arnolt himself. It features a 130 bhp 1,971 cc inline six-cylinder engine and has participated in prestigious vintage events. The car was sold for $550,000 USD at Monterey 2014.

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Condition 

7

While the car has been restored and mechanically serviced, including a significant service costing $115,000, it has been repainted and reupholstered. The listing also mentions that it has participated in events like the Colorado Grand and Pebble Beach Motoring Classic, indicating use. Therefore, it's not in pristine condition, but the extensive work done suggests it's very well-maintained.

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LHD

United States

404/X/3108

1956

Auction

£329.5k

1956 Arnolt-Bristol DeLuxe Roadster by Bertone

RM Sotheby's • US • 16 Aug 2014

Market Position:

World Record

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Price Analysis vs Other Bristol Deluxes

£112,339

Lowest Price (Since 2020)

£201,575

Median Price (Since 2020)

£285,247

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