Highlights

Imported in 2020 from the original registered keepers in Michigan, USA
Full engine rebuild undertaken, with photographic evidence
Stored in a dry garage since import
Recently completed a round trip to France with no issues
New radiator and electric fan installed

The Appeal

From the day it hit the market, the Bonneville was something special. A real marque's mark of luxury and comfort, with a broad-shouldered Hollywood stance creating a car of colossal proportions. That wide track made for one of the best-cornering full-sizes on the market, and thanks to its positively palatial approach to interior comfort, they're still very pleasant places to be driver or passenger.

Needless to say, such a big, broad car is a rare sight on British soil, and we expect many of our users will have never seen one. Drink it in!

This particular example was imported from Michigan, USA, in 2020, and acts as a great ambassador. Sadly, the vendor notes that the car has come up in need of a bit of restoration work and repair, which exceeds their skill set - as a result, it's now seeking a new owner to bring it up to snuff. Once that's done, you'll have a particularly impressive flavour of pure Americana in your fleet, and one that we've no doubt will prove rewarding.

History and Paperwork

First registered in Michigan in 1962
Imported in 2020 from the original registered keepers
Regularly serviced and well-maintained
MOT exempt
Extensive work carried out before purchase, including a full engine rebuild with photographic evidence

The Condition

Kept in a dry garage since import
Handsome lines with a dramatic stance, wide track and distinctive fins
Body carries a paint chip on a lower wing and very minor bubbling on the lower doors
Rust present in the rails, selling as a project due to repair being beyond skill set
Roof is in good condition with no tears or holes; webbing inside is a little tired, but still usable
Interior presents well; everything reportedly works except the cigarette lighter and electric aerial
Upholstery is handsomely presented with a distinctive colour scheme
Dashboard is clean and well-kept
Original radio is functional
New pump for the roof, motor for driver's window, and new window switches installed

The Mechanics

389 cu in (6.4-litre) Tempest 420 V8 powerplant
3-speed manual transmission
Extensive work carried out before purchase, including a full engine rebuild with photographic evidence
New radiator and electric fan installed to address overheating in traffic
Brakes have just been serviced
The vendor reports that the car is mechanically sound, and thus drives, steers, and stops well
Recently completed a round trip to France with no issues

BEFORE YOU BUY

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