Lagonda M45 Earls Court Show Coupe by Brainsby Woolard 1934
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1934 Lagonda M45 Earls Court Show Coupe by Brainsby Woolard.
Registration Number: 266UXR
Chassis number: Z10916
A spectacular one off M45 Lagonda bodied by John Charles to a design by Brainsby Woolard as an aerodynamic 2 door coupe. This car took pride of place on the Lagonda stand at the 1934 Earls Court motor show.
The car has undergone a nut & bolt restoration to bring it to the flawless condition we find it in today. Exterior paint is unmarked solid black as when it was new. To the interior is tan Analine leather hide to all the seating surfaces along with matching Wilton carpets. All woodwork has been removed & refinished. The dashboard comes festooned with a full compliment of the requisite period instrumentation.
The car is currently on Italian papers but comes also with its original UK buff log book. The car features in “Lagonda – An illustrated history” by Geoffrey Seaton.
The M45 engine is in super condition having been fully rebuilt & makes for a fast stylish car in the tradition of Les Grandes Routiers of the '30's. The interior is surpisingly spacious given the low front roofline & letter box style windscreen giving it a slightly "Blue Train" like appearance from the front. The chassis is standard M45 fare with very effective servo assisted brakes. Andre Hartofrd telecontrol shock absorbers are also fitted.
On the day of our visit it was pouring rain so we will have to wait 'til a later date for a better set of photographs. The car comes with a current Fiva card & is certain to be well received at any concours events it is entered into. In November it won Best of Show at the 2019 Milano Autoclassica car Show.
1934 Lagonda M45 Earls Court Show Coupe by Brainsby Woolard is listed for sale on ClassicDigest in Essex by Prestige House for Not priced.
Car Facts
Car type : Car Make : Lagonda Model : M45 Model Version : Earls Court Show Coupe by Brainsby Woolard Engine size : 0.0 Model Year : 1934 Sub type : Coupé Location : Essex Vehicle Registration : Undefined
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+44(0)1375 379719, +44(0)7967 260673
Prestige House
+44(0)1375 379719, +44(0)7967 260673
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About Lagonda
Ah, the story of Lagonda, a true gem in the tapestry of British automotive history! Grab a cuppa, and let me take you on a journey through the annals of this illustrious marque.Chapter 1: The Early Years (1906-1947)
Picture this: It's 1906, and a chap by the name of Wilbur Gunn decides to put his name on the map. He establishes Lagonda Limited, and from the get-go, he's got a penchant for the fancy. Lagonda starts off with motorcycles, and Gunn even races them himself. But hold on, it gets better. By the '20s, Lagonda sets its sights on four-wheeled wonders.
Cue the roaring '20s and the birth of some exquisite machines. The Lagonda 11.1, 14/60, and the M45 Rapide become the darlings of the British motoring scene. Sleek, stylish, and a joy to drive, these Lagondas are the epitome of pre-war elegance. And just when you thought it couldn't get any better, along comes the mighty LG45.
Chapter 2: The Post-war Resurgence (1947-1974)
The war's over, and Lagonda dusts off its overalls to get back in the game. David Brown, the man behind Aston Martin, steps in, and suddenly, Lagonda is under the wing of a fellow British automotive enthusiast. The '50s see a revival with the DB2 and DB3, and the Lagonda Rapide makes its grand entrance.
But hold onto your flat caps, my friend, because the '60s usher in the mighty Lagonda Rapide sedan, a true symbol of luxury and power. Meanwhile, the stunning Aston Martin DB5 steals the spotlight in the spy world, but Lagonda keeps its cool.
Chapter 3: The Wedge Era (1976-1990)
Fast forward to the '70s, and Lagonda throws a curveball with the Lagonda Series 2. What's that you say? A wedge-shaped wonder with digital dashboards and space-age styling? Absolutely. It's the era of excess, and Lagonda embraces it with open arms. The Series 3 follows suit, and suddenly, Lagonda is the epitome of '80s opulence.
Chapter 4: The Modern Revival (1990s-Present)
The '90s and beyond see Lagonda in a bit of a slumber. But worry not, my fellow enthusiast, because the brand gets a wake-up call in the 21st century. Aston Martin, ever the steward of British motoring glory, revives Lagonda with the Taraf and the Vision Concept.
And there you have it, the tale of Lagonda, a marque that has weathered the winds of time with style, sophistication, and a dash of British eccentricity. So, tip your hat to Lagonda, a name that will forever echo through the halls of automotive elegance. Cheerio!