Lot details Registration No: BCE 720 Chassis No: 13437 Mot Expiry: Mar 2007
Introduced in September 1934, the Alvis Firebird was built to the same high standards as its more expensive brethren. Notably low-slung, it was based on a 'double-dropped' ladder frame chassis equipped with all-round semi-elliptic leaf-sprung suspension, friction dampers and four-wheel 14in drum brakes. Utilising a 9ft 10.5in wheelbase and 4ft 4in track, the model was praised by the contemporary motoring pressing for its ride / handling capabilities. Powered by a 1842cc OHV engine - essentially a four-cylinder version of that found in the contemporary Speed 20 SC - allied to four-speed all-synchromesh transmission, the Firebird was reputedly capable of 75mph. Available with a choice of saloon, tourer or drophead coupe coachwork, it remained in production until 1936 by which time just 449 are thought to have been sold.
First registered in Cambridgeshire (or so its number plate would imply), 'BCE 720' is said to have been reconfigured from saloon to tourer during the current family ownership. Reportedly underpinned by a new wooden frame, its sleek green bodywork is offset by a freshly trimmed plum leather interior complete with matching carpets and Cherry Wood dashboard / door cappings. A measure of the thought that went into the restoration / conversion, the Firebird's hood frame was apparently computer designed. While, other nice touches include a side-mounted spare wheel, discreet flashing indicators, double-duck weather equipment and avian mascot. Understood to have done "no mileage since last MOT" due to the sad death of the project's instigator, this lovingly wrought Alvis is offered for sale with MOT certificate valid until March 25th 2007 and historic class (free) road tax valid until March 2008.
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