Highlights

Comprehensive chassis restoration with new panels
Engine and transmission rebuilt by previous owner
Owned by the current owner for decades
Running gear checked and rebuilt as required
Ideal project for further restoration

The Appeal

Powerful in both styling and performance, the C-V8 was practically guaranteed for its own, unique brand of frame. Owned by the likes of Sean Connery and Dave Hill from Slade (how festively fitting!), the muscular GT was one of the fastest production four-seaters of its era. It was remarkably well equipped and, depending on who you asked, veered into the gloriously gaudy.

Sixty years later, it's hard to deny there's a real magic to the Chrysler-powered cars that nothing else seemed to quite echo. No wonder the celebs were so eager to get behind the wheel.

This example comes to us following an extensive chassis restoration and a full bodywork rebuild, consisting largely of brand new panels to the original specification. The car is reportedly in fine working order, and only requires the restoration work to be completed. Once that's done? You've got a beautiful classic on your hands.

Don't miss out on the chance to make your mark on this fabulous Grand Tourer!

History and Paperwork

Registered in 1965
In current ownership 'for decades', according to the vendor
The previous owner was a Jensen enthusiast with multiple C-V8s
Engine and transmission rebuilt by the previous owner
Subject to an extensive bodywork restoration
Indicates 08,169 miles on a five-figure odometer
MOT exempt, and last tested in 2015
V5C document
Original registration document
Plenty of historic invoices
A collection of MOT certificates

The Condition

Chassis completely restored
Car was stripped 'back to the tubes' and rebuilt with new panels
The chassis and doors were coated with a Zinc-rich primer, then epoxy black
All of the insides of sections were primed before assembly
This effectively means the car is far better protected than it was from new!
The vendor notes this may be one of the most substantial body restorations a C-V8 has been subject to
Car is still awaiting its new paintwork
Internally, the cabin has been partially stripped and still requires work
Seats are in relatively good order, with some marks and patina
Some light nicks and marks here and there, though nothing too intrusive
Door cards are in good overall condition
Carpets are a little tired
Veneers are looking rather worn and will require some work
All instruments are clear and legible
No headlining currently mounted

The Mechanics

Powered by the powerful Chrysler-built 6.3-Litre 'Golden Commando' V8
Automatic transmission
Engine bay looks in good overall order with some surface corrosion
Subject to a previous rebuild and reportedly still in good working order
Running gear appears in smart condition after being checked and rebuilt as required
We've no reports of any mechanical issues

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