21st Jul, 2010 14:50

The Pavilion Gardens

 
  Lot 19
 

1934 Lagonda 3 Litre Tourer

Sold for £74,250

(including buyers premium)


Lot details
Registration No: CZ 4788
Chassis No: Z10439
Mot Expiry: June 2011

A derivative of the earlier 16/65, the Lagonda 3-Litre was unveiled in 1928. Progressively developed in line with its smaller 2-Litre sibling, the model made the transition from 'High Chassis' to 'Low Chassis' specification early the following decade. A somewhat conventional ladder-frame design utilising all-round semi-elliptic leaf-sprung suspension, friction shock absorbers and four-wheel drum brakes, the rakish Lagonda was nevertheless impeccably built. Powered by a 2931cc OHV straight-six engine allied to four-speed manual transmission, the model was a true Thoroughbred (a point reinforced by Lord de Clifford's fine performances aboard a Works 3-Litre on the 1931 Monte Carlo and 1932 RAC rallies). Eager to boost sales for the 1932 model year, Lagonda began experimenting with an innovative Maybach transmission which permitted clutchless gearchanging and yielded eight forward ratios. However, the downside to such sophistication was a significant weight increase not least because of the need for a new specially reinforced `ZM' type chassis frame. In an attempt to restore performance, the Staines manufacturer subsequently increased the 3-Litre powerplant's bore from 72mm to 75mm increasing its capacity to 3181cc. Although, the Maybach gearbox equipped `Selector Special' was short lived, the `ZM' type chassis frame and enlarged engine remained a feature of 3-Litre production until it ceased in 1934.

Finished in blue over black with blue leather upholstery, this particular example is described by the vendor as being in "good" condition with regard to its engine, four-speed manual gearbox, electrical equipment, interior trim, coachwork and paintwork. Beginning life as a 'Silent Travel' saloon, chassis number Z10439 is said to have formerly belonged to the Pagefield Engineering Co of Wigan and to have been used by them to assess the merits of various Gardner Diesel engines. Falling into disrepair thereafter the 3-Litre was treated to an extensive 'chassis up' restoration in 2000. Rebodied as a four-seater open tourer, the Lagonda is also understood to have had attention paid to its four-speed manual gearbox, clutch and correct type 3181cc engine. Reportedly used on numerous rallies through England, Ireland and mainland Europe since work was completed, this nicely presented Post Vintage Thoroughbred is offered for sale with V5C Registration Document, old style log book and MOT certificate valid until June 2011.
 

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Auction: The Pavilion Gardens, 21st Jul, 2010

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