Factory upgraded to 2-seater Type J2 specification
Restored in France in 2017
Extensive historical archive from the early years
ASI-certified
Overhaul valid until May 2025
Comes with a certificate of historical relevance and R.F.I. membership.
Attractions
The new owner of this fascinating Midget D-Type will acquire much more than a fine example of a rare vintage sports car. He will become the new owner of a piece of history with a complete record of its entire life from its earliest days.
This car, destined for the British market, began its existence as one of only 208 D-Type 4-seaters built at the factory. One of its first owners asked the factory to convert it into a 2-seater and later into the J2 version in 1939. We know this because, remarkably, the extensive historical archive includes the relevant correspondence. Since the original Midget looked more like a car than it performed, this decision is not entirely surprising.
It subsequently spent part of its life in Spain and France, where it was restored in 2017, before arriving in Italy at the end of 2021, where it is currently registered. ASI membership and overhaul valid until May 2025 further enhance its undeniable appeal. It is a valuable addition to any collection.DSC02995.JPG4.42 MB
History and Documentation
Initially registered 11/11/1931 as a 4-seater
Only 250 D-Types were built between 1931 and 1933, of which 208 were 4-seaters
Chassis number D0301 originally produced with 550ADJ engine
Extensive historical archive with letters, registration documents and invoices dating back to 1938
First owner was Mr Donald Cooper
He wrote to the factory between 14 October 1938 and 21 April 1939
These letters are included in the documentation and concern requests for modifications to the car
The factory then modified the car to 2-seater and later to J2 high performance specification
Modifications included J2 camshaft, J Type gearbox and J2 drive shaft
Registered in the UK on 1/2/79 with a Morris 850 engine and number plate '826UXH'.
Previously owned by Mr Jason Michael in Spain
Later owned by Mr. Roche Alex in France
The car was restored in France in 2017 - invoice included in the documentation
Arrived in Italy in December 2021 and now registered in Italy with Italian plates
Comes with an RFI and ASI collector's relevance.
Extensive maintenance and mechanical overhaul in May 2020
Overhaul dated 31 May 2023 valid until 31 May 2025
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