Description
Pontiac Racing Baquet, 1933, eight-cylinder, 4, 100 cm³ (249 in³), 115 hp, an incredibly beautiful car with an all-aluminium finish and a cracked bodywork.
An amazing car!
The engine has largely been preserved in its original condition. Only a twin-carburettor configuration was installed on the engine to gain a little more power. The three-speed gearbox has been retained. The electrical system was converted to 12 V, and the engine is now fitted with an alternator. An electric fan and an electric fuel pump were installed to improve reliability. The engine runs very smoothly and produces an aggressive sound thanks to its side-exit exhaust.
As the car runs fairly quickly due to all the modifications, the brakes were converted to hydraulic brakes and fitted with alloy drums on all wheels for better braking performance. In terms of handling, the leaf springs have Hartford friction dampers fitted at the front and rear. The 18-inch wire wheels are shod with BF Goodrich tyres, and the car has an identical spare wheel. Among other details contributing to the car’s fantastic look are the leather tool roll on the driver’s side, brass fittings, the dark red leather interior, the small windscreen and its paintwork. A full protective cover is provided with the car to protect it on rainy days.
