AC ACECA 1958
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1958 AC Aceca-Bristol with Matching Numbers The very first AC Aceca fitted with a Bristol engine 122 BHP D2 First registered in summer of 1958, this AC Aceca-Bristol is fully matching numbers including its original engine, gearbox, and chassis. The car further benefits from known ownership history, having resided with the second owner from 1966 until 2005 before changing hands to the previous owner. The car was partially disassembled in 1967, and remained so until the culmination of an extensive, sympathetic, high-quality restoration effort in 2014. During restoration it was discovered that the engine had already been rebuilt by Bristol, and that the chassis had been modified to accept Jaguar Mk II wheelsthis charming quirk was deemed to have historical value and is the car's only notable deviation from standard specification. Now delivering a dyno-tuned 134 hp, the car was entered in 2015's AC Owners Club National Concours and promptly won first place within the Aceca Classsubsequent 2016, 2017, and 2018 wins cemented its lofty reputation among AC marque enthusiasts and lovers of fine vintage sports cars, worldwide.As a hardtop version of the AC Ace, the fastback-styled Aceca Coupe debuted at the Earls Court Motor Show in 1954. The Aceca's hatchback body was constructed in hand-formed aluminum over a tubular steel framework, while the tubular chassis was more substantially built than the Ace's. The result was a well-engineered, light in weight and extremely pretty GT car in the best AC tradition. Very few alterations were made to the Ace and Aceca apart from a change of engine for 1956 when the more-powerful 2.0-liter Bristol six-cylinder engine became available. The combination of a fine-handling chassis and a power-to-weight ratio helped the Ace version to numerous successes in production sports car racing, arguably its finest achievement being a 1st-in-class and 7th overall finish at Le Mans in 1959.Chassis no. BE662Engine no. 100D2 8131,991cc SOHC Inline 6-Cylinder Engine3 Dual-Throat CarburetorsApproximately 134bhp at 5,250rpm4-Speed Manual Transmission with Overdrive4-Wheel Independent SuspensionFront Disc Rear Drum BrakesThe very first AC Aceca fitted with a Bristol engine 122 BHP D2Full matching numbers example, engine, gearbox, and chassis3 Owners since new with a comprehensive and documented historySubsequently won the ACECA Class at the 2015, 2016, 2017, and 2018 ACOC EventsPrice: $169,500
1958 AC ACECA is listed for sale on ClassicDigest in New York by Gullwing Motor Cars for $169500.
Car Facts
Car type : Car Make : AC Model : ACECA Engine size : 0.0 Model Year : 1958 Location : Astoria Vehicle Registration : Undefined
169500 $
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About AC ACECA
The AC Aceca is a sports coupe that was produced by AC Cars from 1954 to 1963. It was based on the AC Ace, but featured a fixed roof and a hatchback-style rear door, making it more practical for everyday use than the open-top Ace.The Aceca was powered by a variety of engines over the years, including a 2.0-liter Bristol inline-six and a 2.6-liter Ford Zephyr inline-six. The latter engine was a popular choice among buyers, as it was both powerful and reliable.
In addition to its practicality, the Aceca was also known for its sporty handling and sleek styling. The car's fastback roofline and elegant curves gave it a distinctive look that set it apart from other sports cars of the era.
Today, the AC Aceca is a highly sought-after collector's car, particularly among enthusiasts who value its combination of performance and practicality. Prices for the Aceca can vary widely depending on the specific model, condition, and rarity, but well-maintained examples can fetch high prices