Highlights

One of only 100 T4s built over three years
Stylish four-door, four-seat pre-war saloon
Smart silver bodywork with brown velour interior
Currently used sparingly as a wedding car

The Appeal

The T4 was part of a pre-war reboot of Talbot precipitated by Tony Lago’s purchase of the company in 1935. The firm aimed to broaden the marque’s appeal with a smaller, four cylinder model, but one with the sporting intent and luxury style of its larger models.

The idea didn’t quite catch on, with only 100 being built over three years. Looking at this pretty 1938 model you have to wonder why, because the ‘Minor’ is a stylish, well-appointed car that wears Talbot’s usual flowing, handsome style.

Here, then, is a chance to acquire one of Talbot and France’s rarest pre-war cars. Finished in silver with a brown velour cabin, it is a really tidy example that has been used in recent years for weddings. The buyer could continue to exploit that commercial opportunity, or simply enjoy a comfortable, stylish and very rare pre-war saloon.

History and Paperwork

First registered 1938
Exempt from technical inspection by age
Used in recent years as a wedding car

The Condition

Tidy and very presentable car as you would expect of one used for weddings
Silver metallic paintwork in good general condition
Some areas to note to paintwork as highlighted in photos
Factory standard car with steel wheels
Chromework in good order with some light tarnish to some trim elements as shown
Brown velour four seat interior presents well with lighter brown carpets
Very practical saloon with spacious rear legroom and large boot
Underside as shown in photos

The Mechanics

2,323cc 4cyl engine
4spd ‘Aphone’ manual gearbox

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