24th Nov, 2024 12:00
The Bolesworth Castle November 2024 Classic, Performance & Supercar Auction
1936 Alvis Silver Crest 17
Meticulously restored, complete with an extensive history file
Registration - SN 7595
Chassis No. - 13778
M.O.T. - Exempt
Odometer - 70,000
This regal 1936 Alvis Silver Crest 17hp convertible is a particular rarity, as it is a pre-production car that’s believed to have been a Scottish Motor Show display car. Described as being in ‘good’ condition throughout, it was fully restored 10 years ago by an Alvis marque specialist. The vendor says work including a full engine rebuild and bodywork repainted and rechromed by renowned Alvis specialist Colin Newby. A UK-registered car, this Silver Crest has engine number 14243 and chassis number 13778. It was first registered in November 1936.
Being a pre-production car, ‘SN7595’ has a 2,192cc engine also used in the earlier Alvis Silver Eagle. It has a four-speed Alvis gearbox with full synchromesh, while a heater and 12v socket hidden under the dashboard make it ideal for long-distance touring. The vendor adds there’s a “stack of paperwork with the car,” which has an odometer reading 70,000 miles.
The Alvis Silver Crest was designed by the renowned George Lanchester. It was a four- or five-seat car that was created to provide high-speed touring at speeds of more than 80mph. Production cars used either a 2.4-litre or 2.8-litre straight-six engine, with a four-bearing crankshaft and vibration damper to boost refinement. Triple SU carburettors helped deliver the promised performance. The Silver Crest was sold both fully built and as a rolling chassis for bespoke bodywork. It was made between 1937 and 1940, with WW2 bring a halt to production.
In summary:
- Rare pre-production Alvis Silver Crest
- In fully restored condition
- Comes with comprehensive paperwork and history
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
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Estimated at £20,000 - £25,000
Auction: The Bolesworth Castle November 2024 Classic, Performance & Supercar Auction, 24th Nov, 2024
Our November auction of classic and performance cars
Viewing Days:
Saturday 23rd November,12 noon - 6pm
Sunday 24th November, 9am - 12 noon
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