Description
This car is Lot 455 to be auctioned by Bonhams|Cars at The Beaulieu Sale on 6 September, please see the Bonhams website for full details.
Public Viewing:
Available Friday 5 September from 10:00 until 17:00 and Saturday 6 September from 08:30 until 17:00 at The National Motor Museum, Beaulieu.
Lot 455
1927 Lagonda 14/ 60 Saloon
Registration no. AX 9865
Chassis no. 8623
In current family ownership since 1998
Restored on BBC's 'Real Wrecks'
A very desirable and lesser-seen 4-cylinder saloon
Introduced at the August 1925 Motor Show, the Lagonda 14/ 60 was hailed by the motoring press as "an extremely refined and smooth touring car of better than average efficiency". The Staines firm's first 2-litre model, its advanced powerplant was designed by Arthur Davidson. Boasting twin high-set camshafts, overhead valve gear and fully machined hemispherical combustion chambers, the 1954cc engine developed some 60bhp @ 3, 500rpm. Further benefiting from a separately mounted four-speed manual gearbox and powerful Rubery four-wheel braking system, the 14/ 60 was reputedly capable of between 60mph and 70mph (depending upon the style of coachwork fitted). Riding on supple semi-elliptic leaf-sprung suspension, the Lagonda could seat four people in comfort thanks to its generous 10-foot 3-inch wheelbase. Almost twice the price of its 12/ 24 predecessor, the 14/ 60 remained in production until 1928 by which time it had helped establish Lagonda as one of Britain's pre-eminent sporting marques.
Acquired by the current family in the late 1990s, this car underwent significant restoration by marque specialists Wessex Workshops, and featured on a BBC Television Programme 'Real Wrecks'. Unused in recent years but offered in restored condition, it will require some recommissioning before returning to the road.
All lots are sold 'as is/ where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding. Visit the Bonhams|Cars website for all pertinent auction information.
