Talbot-Lago T26 Lago-Record T26 4.5 litre saloon. 1946
General description :
1948 Talbot Lago-Record T26 4.5 litre saloon.
Chassis number: 101066
Registration: M- 86887 (Spanish. Expired.)
A very very rare 4.5 Litre Talbot Lago that has just emerged from 30 years of preservation in a private Spanish museum. Since arrival in the UK the car has had a thorough recommissioning service by Classic Restoration services of Chichester. This included rebuilding the brakes & a full mechanical service. The car is now on the button starting readily & driving beautifully.
The car is an early example of this model & benefits from being fitted with the Wilson pre-select gear box that was an optional extra when new. The 4.5 Litre twin cam engine is a powerful unit making all the right noises & making the car a superb performer.
The paintwork is grey metallic & presents beautifully, accented by chrome covers to the wings tips & a both top & side louvres to the bonnet. The car sits on four chrome wire wheels with a 5th mounted on the rear in a case. The car is absolutely solid having always lived in a dry climate & thus us beautifully preserved.
To the inside is original tan leather, again beautifully preserved & also extending to the door cards as well as to the seating surfaces. Brown carpets complete the ensemble. A large sun roof is fitted allowing for pleasant summer motoring. The odometer reads 6396 suggesting a true mileage of just over 100k.
This car is the epitome of the French Grand Routier & attracts attention wherever it goes. It is rare, desirable & beautifully preserved. Opportunities for such a previously unheard of car rarely arise as it has not been on the market for decades.
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1946 Talbot-Lago T26 Lago-Record T26 4.5 litre saloon. is listed sold on ClassicDigest in Grays by Vintage Prestige for £110000.
Car Facts
Car type : Car Make : Talbot-Lago Model : T26 Model Version : Lago-Record T26 4.5 litre saloon. Engine size : 0.0 Model Year : 1946 Sub type : Sedan Location : Essex Vehicle Registration : Normal
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About Talbot-Lago
You know, when you talk about Talbot-Lago, you're diving into the annals of automotive history, my friend. This ain't your run-of-the-mill car company; this is a name that resonates with elegance and performance.Back in the day, we're talking the early 20th century, Talbot-Lago was the brainchild of a Frenchman named Adolphe Clément-Bayard. He had a vision, you see, to combine French flair with British craftsmanship. That's how the brand Clément-Talbot came to be, a fusion of styles that produced some of the most exquisite automobiles of its time.
But it was during the interwar period that Talbot-Lago really hit its stride. Picture this: the Talbot 105. It had the kind of sleek lines and advanced engineering that turned heads. A real blend of power and sophistication, my friend.
And then there were the racing cars, oh boy. Talbot-Lago Grand Prix cars were a force to be reckoned with on the European circuits. You had powerful engines and streamlined bodies tearing up the track. They even clinched the victory at the prestigious Le Mans 24 Hours in '49. That's not just any race; that's the big league.
But Talbot-Lago wasn't just about speed; they knew how to do luxury too. The Talbot-Lago T26, especially in the Record and Grand Sport versions, was a work of art. These babies had straight-six engines that roared, plush interiors that oozed opulence, and a timeless, classic look.
Of course, like many good things, Talbot-Lago's glory days eventually came to an end. The world of automobiles evolved, and the brand faded into history. But you don't forget a name like Talbot-Lago. No, sir.
Today, those vintage Talbot-Lagos are collector's items, revered by enthusiasts who appreciate the fusion of performance and sophistication that defined the brand. Talbot-Lago may have taken its final bow, but its legacy, my friend, lives on in the hearts of those who know what true automotive artistry is all about.