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£1.06m

1948 Tucker 48

RM Sotheby's • Monaco • 14 May 2016

Market Position:

Mid-Market

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£1,058,508

1948 Tucker 48

Monaco • 14 May 2016

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Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This 1948 Tucker 48, Serial No. 1049, is an authentic, original example of an automotive legend, formerly part of renowned collections. It underwent a four-year restoration to original condition and is the only Tucker in Europe.
Featured in Classic & Sports Car magazine, this vehicle boasts a rich history and has received accolades such as Best in Class at the 2008 Goodwood Festival of Speed Concours d’Elegance.

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Condition 

9

The car underwent a four-year rotisserie restoration to original condition between 2003 and 2007, including being refinished in its original color of Waltz Blue. It has been awarded multiple honors at major shows in the United Kingdom, most prominently Best in Class at the 2008 Goodwood Festival of Speed Concours d’Elegance, and it was also the subject of a spectacular eight-page feature published in the June 2008 issue of Classic & Sports Car magazine.

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Manual

UK V5

Monaco

1049

1948

Auction

£1.06m

1948 Tucker 48

RM Sotheby's • Monaco • 14 May 2016

Market Position:

Mid-Market

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Price Analysis vs Other 48s

£78,193

Lowest Price (Since 2020)

£1,135,403

Median Price (Since 2020)

£1,544,981

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