Allard built just 119 K2 sports tourers from 1950–1952 and—now as then—each K2 is appreciated for its impressive performance potential on both road and track, as well as its distinctive styling and exclusivity.

This K2, chassis number 91K 3019, is something more special yet: As Allard documentation on file confirms, it was constructed expressly for exhibition at the 1952 New York auto show, and it was specified with features typically found on the competition-oriented J2X, including a de Dion rear suspension, Alfin finned drum brakes, and wire wheels.

The front fenders had cutouts to accommodate two spare wheels—ideal for long tours or weekends at the track.

No engine was fitted from the factory, as was typical for new Allards, but provisions were made to accommodate a Cadillac V-8.

The resulting car was effectively a J2X that rode on the K2’s 106-inch wheelbase (rather than the 100-inch wheelbase of the J2X) and wore the K2’s attractive bodywork.

Delivered to Allard agent R.P.

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