Lot details Registration No: HDG 469 Chassis No: 22466 Mot Expiry: None
Entering production in 1946, the new Alvis TA14 was a successful update of the pre-WW2 12/70 (designed by George Lanchester). With a two-inch longer wheelbase and four-inch wider track as well as some additional chassis bracing, it offered an improved ride and sharper handling. Credited with 65bhp, its 1892cc OHV four-cylinder engine was mated to a four-speed manual gearbox (with synchromesh on the top three gears) which drove the rear wheels via a hypoid back axle. Reputedly capable of over 75mph and accelerating from 0-60mph in 22 seconds, the model employed Girling twin leading shoe drum brakes all round. While the majority were supplied as Mulliner bodied four-door saloons, the TA14 could also be had with two-door drophead coupe coachwork by Carbodies or Tickford. Some 3,311 examples are said to have been produced during the four years of production.
The sale car is a 'barn find' model from a deceased estate. Manufactured in 1948, it features a Drophead Coupe body by Carbodies that is finished in Green over Cream, while the interior is trimmed in Green and Cream leather. A rare find, 'HDG 469' would appear to be in encouragingly complete and sound condition.
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