1982 Allard J2X, This is car number "1" built and authorized by Allard Motor Company as a resumption of production. It was built in Toronto Canada by "Allard Motor Company Limited". It has a Chevy 383 stroked engine, B&W super T10 transmission, all aluminium body with fiberglass rear tail, all adjustable front-end, all circuit breaker electrical, a 16 gallon racing fuel cell.
For sale, a 1954 Allard K-3 all matching numbers with the original 331 Cubic Inch Cadillac V8 Engine and 3 Speed Manual Gearbox. One of only 63 ever produced and fully restored and ready to show or drive!
We are excited to offer on behalf of one of our clients this outstanding 1951 Allard K-2.
Sidney Herbert Allard built a reputation in England as a prominent builder of competitive racers. The Allard Motor Company was founded in 1946, though Sidney had been building and modifying vehicles since the mid 1930's. The post war automobiles were mostly powered by Ford flathead V8s and often fitted with Sidney's own intake manifolds and cylinder heads. His J2X Sports racers utilized the Cadillac and Chrysler OHV V8's continuing the traditional of American power in a British alloy body. Those racers were highly successful with impressive podium finishes in Sebring, Watkins Glen, Monte Carlo and Pebble Beach.
The K-2 model was introduced in 1950 (K2) as a more touring oriented sports car and produced for two years resulting in just 119 examples being built.
The rarity and pedigree of the Allard K2 is one of the many reasons these vehicles demand such a high sticker price at auctions. They have performance, power, and style. They are suitable for driving tours, vintage racing, concourse, and many other types of historical events.
The car on offer here is owned by a collector in Northern California. This K-2 is correctly equipped with the brilliant 331 Cadillac engine and original 3 Stromberg 97s sitting atop. It has been slightly improved with front disc brakes and a Tremec 5 Speed gear box making it safe and enjoyable to drive. The Allard recently had a high quality re-spray and interior re-fresh. The Transmisson and paint work were done by well-known restorer Martin Hveem of Martin Hveem Auto restorations and reflects the quality of his recent Pebble Beach projects. The Allard was previously part of the well-known Gene Ponder collection.
This Allard has won many awards including the prestigious Sid Colberg Award for The Best Sports Car from the Golden Era of Classic Sports Cars at the Hillsborough Concourse d’Elegance and a 1st in class and best in show at the 2012 California all British Car Show, 1st in class 2012 Ironstone concourse and 1st in winners circle 2013 California All British Car Show plus numerous other awards.
Please study all the photos closely to evaluate the condition of this car!
Located in Folsom, California.
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Price: $ 187,000.00
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Red/red interior
Mercury Flathead V8 engine
RHD car, with history
Allard K1 Roadster, serial number 71K655, was completed, and left the plant in West London, on December 3, 1948, bound for Birmingham, England
Ken Hutchinson's nephew, Arthur, who had taken a position with the A. Van deLay architectural firm in New York City, had ordered this K, and was having it shipped to the USA. The elder Hutchison and Sydney Allard had been art of the "Tailwaggers" Racing Team, prior to WWII. The nephew harbored fond memories of watching his Uncle and "The Guv'nor" driving their Lincloln V-12 "specials", in competition, and as a result, when 71K655 hit the docks in the States, it was delivered directly to Perry Fina's Garage, where the Allard's 85 HP flathead Ford V-8 was removed and a brand new Lincoln Zephyr V-12, was installed. Boranni wire wheels were also added to the car before leaving Fina's shop.
Shorty after taking delivery of the car, Hutch's nephew transferred to a new assignent with a firm on Chicago, and took the Allard with him. A gifted young mechanic, at Finzio's Garage in Passaic, NJ, had worked some magic on the big 4.8 liter, (292 cubic inch), engine and the K had become very quick. Arthur had competed in a number of events on the Midwest, with satisfying results, but after a couple of years, he upgraded to a Chrysler powered J2X, and the K1, (they had become known as "K1's" after the K2 model debuted in 1950), was sold.
It changed hands a few times before ending up in the collection of a Kenosha gentleman. Sometime in the interim, the V12 had developed some problems, and had been replaced with an "8RT" Ford/Mercury flathead V-8 of early 50's vintage. The car had gone from maroon to blue, then white, then to a "backyard' red paint job, which it still retains today. There are some who remember seeing it being raced in a bright yellow livery, by the owner of Kenosha's Yellow Cab Company.
This is an unrestored original Allard, which has gone through some changes thoughout it's life, on boh the track and the streets. Very rare, as here are only about 36 Allard K1's know to still exist.
Brooklands steering wheel
Aluminum and steel body
Very rare car, needs some work
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1949 Allard Series “L” Drophead Tourer one of 19 known to exist Barn find condition Original flathead V8 with 3 speed floor shift manual, very original car, solid frame and chassis, engine turns, original leather interior, top, tonneau, dry storage since 1974 complete ownership history with Title $60,000 sales@michaelsmotorcars.com. 717-392-2888. Visit http://www.michaelsmotorcars.com to see all our cars for sale.
1952 Allard J2X Replica by Elite purchased 1983. Cadillac 331 cubic inch engine, 3-speed transmission & Monte Carlo 3:70 rear. My age(77) and recent 2 week hospitalization suggest it’s time to sell. More than $30,000 invested in parts, supplies & materials (excluding all labor, upholstery, machine work) and currently insured for $30,000. Sale price of $20,000 is as is, where is.
1953 Allard K3
s/n K3 6007 engine no. 536210313
Blue with Lobster Red Leather Interior
Compared with Allard`s earlier offerings, the K3 represented significant advances. In addition to the cleanly styled full-width bodywork, the suspension featured coil springs in the front and a remarkable de Dion rear suspension. The new chassis was both lighter and stronger than previous ones and the full bodywork allowed seating for three, provided that the driver was well acquainted with the middle passenger (if not, no worries because he soon would be after a drive!). Unfortunately, with a high price tag of $5,300 when new, very few people purchased them and just 62 were built.
As a result of this rarity, these cars are quite sought after today and of course very rare. Unlike most examples, which had lesser Mercury or Chrysler engines, this example is fitted with a Cadillac V8, topped by a pair of carburetors (each of which admits 500cfm on this car) rather than just one as many examples were. It is also fitted with wire wheels, which were a $224 option. The car was comprehensively restored including the chassis, body, suspension, drivetrain, and interior. There is much documentation, both from the restoration, and a few very neat pieces of paper from the 1960’s and 1970’s including two tickets from the Pomona Sports Car Road Races in March of 1960, which were found in the car during the restoration. There is also a period photograph depicting Clark Gable in this car or a very similar one. Given that this car was one of very few (if not the only one) in Southern California at the time. The current owner also reports that he was informed that the car had belonged to Gable by the previous owner. It is also believed to have competed at Pomona during the 1960’s. The more recent documentation outlines a thorough frame-off restoration between 2004 and 2007. The chassis was completely refurbished, powdercoated, and detailed to very high standards, and there are receipts for over $75,000 in restoration work.
As a result, the car is in stunning condition. The paintwork is extremely high quality and shows no noticeable irregularities or flaws to the finish. There are two chips on the car; one on the right door and another on the front left fender, and it is otherwise free of damage. The panel gaps are very good throughout and likely better than when the car was new. The metal trim and chrome are excellent, including on the two Talbot mirrors, and the glass and lights are also excellent.
The interior is stunning in its lobster red leather with contrasting black carpeting and leather dash. The dash insert is done in lovely engine turned aluminum and a full set of beautiful, restored Smiths gauges is installed as well. The carpets and upholstery fit extremely well and all metal trim has been replaced or restored.
The engine compartment and trunk have also been fully restored. Both show an extremely high level workmanship and are a pleasure to behold. The firewall and fender liners along with their accompanying plumbing and wiring are superb, and an alternator has been fitted for trouble free charging.
The underside is in beautiful detailed condition, and really speaks to the thoroughness and quality of the restoration. All components are extremely clean and well detailed and the car has clearly covered very few miles since the completion of the restoration.
The car drives well and while sporting, would be ideally suited to tours and events. The trunk is cavernous and the car makes excellent power and lovely V8 noise, which is not too obnoxious either.
This is an extraordinarily rare opportunity to acquire one of these very rare and desirable cars that has also been treated to a stunning restoration. The car has an overwhelmingly fresh feel to it and it has interesting technical specifications and a number of neat details as well. Despite these interesting features, the car is simple enough avoid any major headaches in terms of maintenance and service, particularly with its Cadillac engine.
Farland Classic Restoration is happy to offer this 1952 Allard K2
1952 Allard K2 (Full-fender version of J2X) — third of only 119 built; original 331 Cadillac engine, one owner for 40 years! Unmodified and professionally restored a few years ago, now with nice patina and eligible for every classic/vintage rally in America. Very unique and inexpensive way to participate at that level. Very inexpensive for such exclusivity.
Please contact us for complete details at Farland Classic Restoration (720) 588-8427
$124,500
Price does not include tax, title or $299 dealer handling fee.
This car had a complete, frame-off restoration. Complete refinish, North of England style padded top and top boot were fitted. New interior leather and carpets, and 6.00X16 Firestone whitewalls from Coker Tire are also installed. Extensive mechanical restoration, rebuilt radiator, Rebuilt flathead bored to 3 ¾” (274 cubic inches), Offenhauser 8.5:1 heads, Offenhauser intake with Stromberg 97 carburetors, ceramic coated headers, 1949-1953 distributor and harmonic balancer. Horsepower is estimated at 250. The original column shift gear box was replaced with a 1939 3 speed top loader, flywheel has a new ring gear, and the clutch and pressure plate have been rebuilt. Wiring has been replaced with a modern Advance Auto Wire kit for service and dependability.
