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• Auction House:
  Theodore Bruce
• Sale Name:
  Classic Cars Auction
• Sale Date:
  26 Oct 2013 ~ 6.30pm
• Lot #:
  123
• Lot Description:
  1927 Talbot 14/45
  Chassis: 23985 Engine: AD1701C
• Notes:
  When launched at the 1926 London Motor Show the Talbot 14/45 designed by Georges Roesch caused something of a sensation. It revitalised the declining fortunes of the company which had had only small sales of its earlier 8/18 and 10/23 models despite their excellence and advanced contemporary design. The small six-cylinder in-line engine of the Talbot 14/45 was just 1,666cc but it was achieved using advanced engineering and was fitted into a relatively large chassis. It still provided adequate performance even in the face of the large coachwork often fitted to the chassis. The Talbot was now also well priced and as a large car was fitted with large mechanical 14 inch diameter brakes to all four wheels. The overhead valve engine had automatic ignition and advance and retard which was not yet common on British cars of the late Vintage period. This 1927 Talbot 14/45 is fitted with its original Australian touring style body. It is a very pretty and well proportioned car and finished in subtle two-tone grey. It comes with six wheels and all its wet weather gear and we can testify to its comfort, styling and running ability. Currently owned by a member of the Vintage Sports Car Club, it has been meticulously and painstakingly restored in the correct fashion. It shows a lovely patina that clearly indicates that this is a car to be used and enjoyed. It is in excellent all round order throughout.
• Estimate:
  A$28,000 - 35,000
• Realised Price:
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• Category:
  Automobiles & Accessories

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