Description
One of only 24 short chassis 4. 3 Alvises produced, only 12 being bodied by Vanden Plas and the only one bodied in the DHC style. All others having no proper side windows and poorer weather protection. A super rare Alvis and one of the true great prewar driving experiences.
• Registration: UK and EU registered
• Chassis number: 13182
• Engine number: 14212
Chassis number 18408, equipped with the iconic 4. 3 Litre Alvis engine, is one of only 160 surviving 4. 3 Litre cars and one of only 24 built originally on the short chassis.
Originality is exceptional with this car having its original engine, chassis, bulkhead, body and all related parts. The condition is lovely, while not top level nor concourse winning condition it could easily hold its head up high with other contestants and not be out of place.
The engine of this car has been meticulously maintained and is in impeccable condition, a testament to the care and attention it has received. Extensive work has been carried out to keep it in fine running condition while retaining the originality of parts and preserving the cars heritage.
This fine car drives astonishing well and will provide a lot of family fun with its four seater body and very comfortable ride.
The car is accompanied by a comprehensive history file which includes detailed documentation and invoices etc.
The car also comes with an expired FIVA passport with an A3 classification.
