Highlights
- Lovingly restored by a previous owner
- Original and period-correct interior trim
- Ready to drive and enjoy
The Appeal
The 1930 Hotchkiss AM2 Chantilly Saloon encapsulates the essence of early 20th-century French automotive craftsmanship. This specific example, known affectionately as "Pepe," showcases an impressive lineage of care and thoughtful restoration. The vendor informs us that the car has received numerous enhancements, ensuring reliability without compromising its historic value. The AM2 model is recognized for its engineering prowess, and this Chantilly Saloon variant combines performance with a luxurious and spacious cabin, offering a unique driving experience.
The elegant French design coupled with the burgundy and black paintwork makes for a superb looking classic car. From the running boards to the spare wheels and luggage box on the back it’s the quintessential 1930’s classic. The design only gets better on the inside; the intricately patterned red interior offers an abundance of both style and comfort, and with its generous proportions the car is perfectly suited to longer touring in comfort.
The car starts easily and is a real pleasure to drive on the road, with the sound and tactile feedback modern cars just can’t offer. If you’re looking for a 1930’s classic with heaps of Parisian style that's ready to drive away today, we think you can’t do better than this AM2 Chantilly Saloon.
The History and Paperwork
- V5 present and correct
- Registered as a historic vehicle
- Tax and MOT exempt
- No other documents
The Condition
- Resprayed by a previous owner in the original burgundy and black
- Original silk mix fabric on door panels and front seats
- Seats in very good condition
- Original rubber front floor mats featuring Hotchkiss logo
- Generally good condition paintwork with some age-related imperfections
- Spoked wheels in very good condition
- Brightwork presents well
- Red patterned fabric interior looks fantastic and is in good condition throughout
- Wooden dashboard and door cappings present very well
- Rear red carpeting in very good condition
- Bodywork in very good condition throughout
- Upholstered door cards and all other aspects of the interior present very well
The Mechanics
- Engine bay is clean and well-maintained
- Modern battery isolation switch installed
- The underside of the car including the chassis, suspension and all visible mechanical components present very well and appear to be in excellent condition
- The car starts easily and idles well
- Steering, handling, and braking are reported to be in good working order
- The owner reports a very good driving experience, with the car performing well on the road
- The vendor informs us that the following work has been done
- Engine has been sensitively reconditioned
- Gearbox and rear drivetrain have been refurbished
- Upgraded with a Hotchkiss AM80 type water pump for improved cooling
- Bypass oil filter and additional oil feed to timing gears
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