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- Silverstone Auctions RAF Museum London Season Opener 2022
- 1933 Alvis Firefly Cross & Ellis Tourer
1933 Alvis Firefly Cross & Ellis Tourer
Lot Number: 630
1933 Alvis Firefly Cross & Ellis Tourer
An original bodied Alvis Firefly which features in 'Alvis Cars in Competition', an affordable route into pre-war motoring.
- Sold for: £24,188
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Sunday 6th March, 2022 at 2.00pm GMT at RAF Museum London
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BODY COLOUR
Green -
DRIVE
RHD -
REG NUMBER
AXA 580
SUMMARY
An original bodied Alvis Firefly which features in 'Alvis Cars in Competition', an affordable route into pre-war motoring.
DESCRIPTION
- Well proven pre-war rally car, having successfully competed on the 1998 Monte Carlo Rally and 1999 Le Jog y
- Original four-seat tourer coachwork by Cross & Ellis
- Very well engineered pre-war motoring, powered by Alvis’ superb 1,496 OHV engine
- Sporting model which retains a fantastic patina, presented in British Racing Green with beige leather
- Affordable entry into VSCC competition, and ideal for long-distance rallies
- Extensively maintained example, with recent works by specialists Red Triangle
Introduced in September 1932, the Alvis Firefly 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 press for its ride / handling capabilities.
Powered by a 1,496cc OHV engine - essentially a four-cylinder version of that found in the legendary Speed 20 - allied to either four-speed manual or ENV pre-selector transmission, the Firefly was reputedly capable of 75mph. Available with a choice of saloon, tourer or drophead coupe coachwork, it remained in production until 1935 by which time some 904 are thought to have been sold.
AXA 580 is a four-speed manual, matching-numbers Cross & Ellis Tourer. Extensively rallied by its two previous owners, it is both VSCC and FBHVC eligible making this a remarkably inexpensive route to pre-war Alvis motoring. It's been well maintained throughout its life so mechanically very sound and it's reassuring level of patination suggests it's been used and enjoyed rather than trailered to Concours. Full wet weather equipment in beige to complement the British Racing Green bodywork and an extensive history file accompanies this venerable Firefly along with many manuals and photographs of work and activities.
Post Vintage Alvis cars are prized for their durability, performance and driving dynamics and this sporting Cross & Ellis tourer should provide its new owner with lots of fun amongst like minded 'Red Triangle' enthusiasts.
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 630
- Make
- ALVIS
- Model
- FIREFLY
- Registration Number
- AXA 580
- Chassis Number
- 11085
- Engine Number
- 11539
- Transmission
- Manual
- Body Colour
- Green
CONSIGNOR
James Clover
- Car Specialist
- 07824 763602
- james@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact James.
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