Glas 1700 GT Coupe fully restored condition 1967
General description :
The Italian Pietro Frua designed this particularly gorgeous 1967 Glas 1700 GT Coupé. The Piermont based, Italian Mocalieri firm, built the bodywork, it was then transported to the Glas factory in Dingolfing for completion of the assembly. From 1967 on, the last year of existence for Glas, when BMW bought Glas out, the grille, badges, rear axle and engine block were changed. Only 1,680 1700 GT’s were produced. This one was a Californian sourced car that from the mid-90’s has been in Holland. A few years later the Glas was completely body-off restored and mechanically overhauled in Holland. No effort or expense was spared to bring this car in a truly top quality condition. From engine block, stub axles, suspension, shock breakers to a whole brakes revision, literally every little nut and bolt was taken apart and carefully restored to its rightful position. A very extensive photo reportage of the restoration present. The wonderful bodywork is straight with perfect fitting body panels. The chrome details and interior leather trim are as good as new. It has the original ‘Canariegelb’ finish. As special feature this Glas has a custom-made stainless steel exhaust.This superb 1700 GT with more than 100 Hp is a very fast and desirable car! Gallery Aaldering is Europe’s leading Classic Cars specialist since 1975! Always 300-350 Classic and Sportscars in stock, please visit http://www.gallery-aaldering.com for the current stock list (all offered cars are available in our showroom) and further information. We are located near the German border, 95 km from Düsseldorf and 90 km from Amsterdam. So easy traveling by plane, train, taxi and car. Transport and worldwide shipping can be arranged. No duties/import costs within Europe. We buy, sell and provide consignment sales (selling on behalf of the owner). We can arrange/provide registration/papers for our German (H-Kennzeichen, TÜV, Fahrzeugbrief, Wertgutachten usw.) and Benelux customers. Gallery Aaldering, Arnhemsestraat 47, 6971 AP Brummen, The Netherlands. Tel: 0031-575-564055. Quality, experience and transparency is what sets us apart. We look forward to welcoming you in our showroom
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1967 Glas 1700 GT Coupe fully restored condition is listed sold on ClassicDigest in Brummen by Gallery Dealer for €47500.
Car Facts
Car type : Car Make : Glas Model : 1700 Model Version : GT Coupe fully restored condition Engine size : 0.0 Model Year : 1967 Sub type : Coupé Location : Brummen
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About Glas
Glas was a German automotive manufacturer known for producing stylish and innovative cars during the mid-20th century. The company gained recognition for its design and engineering expertise, with notable models like the "V8 Coupe Glaserati." Here's an overview of Glas cars, their history, key models, and why the company was eventually sold to BMW:1. History of Glas:
Glas was founded by Hans Glas in 1883 as a repair shop for agricultural machinery.
The company diversified into producing sewing machines, motorcycles, and scooters.
In the 1950s, Glas entered the automotive manufacturing industry, focusing on small cars and microcars.
2. Notable Models:
Goggomobil: One of Glas's most iconic cars, the Goggomobil, was a series of microcars produced from 1955 to 1969. These compact and affordable cars gained popularity in post-war Germany.
Isar and 1700/1600: The Glas Isar was a compact car introduced in the early 1960s, known for its distinctive styling. The Glas 1700 and 1600 models were larger sedans featuring Glas's characteristic design elements.
3. V8 Coupe Glaserati:
The "V8 Coupe Glaserati" was not a formal model name used by Glas. Instead, it appears to be a reference to the Glas V8 Coupe, which was sometimes playfully nicknamed "Glaserati" by enthusiasts.
The Glas V8 Coupe, introduced in 1965, was a sports car with a stylish design and a V8 engine. It was praised for its performance and handling.
4. Sale to BMW:
In the mid-1960s, Glas encountered financial difficulties, and it struggled to compete with larger automakers.
Recognizing the potential of Glas's engineering and design expertise, BMW acquired the company in 1966, with the acquisition completed in 1967.
BMW continued to benefit from Glas's engineering talents, which influenced the design and development of some BMW models.
While the Glas brand itself gradually faded away under BMW ownership, its legacy in design and engineering lived on within BMW.
The acquisition of Glas by BMW allowed the latter to tap into the engineering and design skills of Glas, contributing to BMW's development as a premium automaker. Although the Glas brand is no longer in existence, its influence on BMW's design and engineering heritage remains evident in certain classic BMW models.