Talbot 8-18 Ag 14/45 Tourer 1929
General description :
1929 Talbot Type AG 14/45 Five-seat Tourer Handsome and well-equipped pre-World War II British touring car Long-term, high-quality restoration completed in 1996 Deep Blue with black wings and a black hood plus a black collapsible roof and dark blue leather seats and deep blue wire wheels Nickel exterior trim including cowl lights 6L OHV inline six-cylinder engine Four-speed manual transmission Solid front axle with semi-elliptical leaf springs, live rear axle with quarter-elliptical leaf springs, four-wheel mechanical drum brakes and full-size, side-mounted spare tire Very well preserved, moderately used and regularly maintained since restored Documented by the Sunbeam Talbot Darracq Register Documentation includes copies of owners manual pages, a pair of sales brochures with prices listed in English poundsAre you a fanatic of classic British touring cars, old bean? Need something unique to add to your collection, old boy? Then stroll to Mot Xotica Classic Cars and take a recky at this 1929 Talbot Type AG 14/45 Darracq-bodied Tourer. We recently acquired this handsome stead from our good friend Richard Rawlings of Gas Monkey Garage, this car will be featured on a upcoming episode.The Sunbeam Talbot Darracq Register records report that this car was ordered on February 19, 1929 from Talbots North Kensington, London factory and sold to Maudes Motor Mart of Exeter, United Kingdom the following day and was delivered on February 27, 1929. A thorough and detailed restoration that took more than 25 years to complete put this vehicle back in the road in 1996. The original Cornwall registration, RL 9317, remains with the car.This car is an excellent example of a right-hand drive British touring car. Finished in deep blue with black wings and a black hood, the paint and nickel trim are in overall very good condition, with a light patina and some minor blemishes visible on close inspection and an area that appears to have been touched up. Period correct accessories include directional signal arrows atop the rear number plate; a fishtail exhaust and leather-gaithered springs have been added. There is also a full-size, side-mounted spare tireThe cars windshield and rear windows are in very good order, however the drivers windshield wiper is inoperable. The cars lights, including its cowl lights, are clear and haze-free. This Talbot has fantastic-looking deep blue wire wheels residing within Excelsior Puma bias-ply tires. The cars bodywork is straight and solid, the engine bay is tidy and there is a 20-liter fuel tank strapped to the passenger side runningboard.Under the bonnet is a 1.6L OHV straight six-cylinder was lightweight but thanks to strong internal parts, it revved to an amazing 4,500 rpm (Remember, this car is nearly 90 years old) and cranked out 41 horsepower. Mated to the engine is a four-speed manual transmission, which is lubricated with warm engine oil. Underneath are a solid front axle with semi-elliptical leaf springs and a live rear axle with quarter-elliptical leaf springs and four-wheel mechanical brakes.The full-folding cloth top is in good order and raises and lowers easily, along with the removable side curtains. When the driver wishes some top-down alone time in his machine, there is a full-length tonneau cover with zippered access.The cabin is sparse yet well appointed. The dark blue leather seats have been recently refurbished. The black carpet is in good order while the wood instrument panel is sprinkled with period gauges from Smiths and J ger and looks very good. The four-spoke steering wheel is in excellent shape while the inner door panels, mirror glass and shift lever are all in good shape.One of Henri R schs earliest designs after previous stints with Grgoire, Delaunay Belleville, Renault and Daimler, R schs 14/45 model was aimed at Rolls Royce, the eras benchmark. It proved popular, with more than 11,000 copies built from 1926 to 1932.Documentation includes copies of owners manual pages, a pair of sales brochures with prices listed in English pounds.This car is currently located at our facility in St. Louis, Missouri. Current mileage on the odometer shows27,715 kilometers or 17,221 miles. It is sold as is, where is, on a clean and clear, mileage exempt title. GET OUT AND DRIVE!!!Click here for our YouTube video!VIN: 25065EIN: AG 5677Note: Please see full terms and conditions listed below that pertain to the purchase of any said vehicle, thank you.
1929 Talbot 8-18 Ag 14/45 Tourer is listed for sale on ClassicDigest in Bellevue by Specialty Vehicle Dealers Association Member for Not priced.
Car Facts
Car type : Car Make : Talbot Model : 8-18 Model Version : Ag 14/45 Tourer Engine size : 0.0 Model Year : 1929 Location : 13710 NE 20th Street Bellevue, WA 98005 Vehicle Registration : Undefined
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Specialty Vehicle Dealers Association
Specialty Vehicle Dealers Association Member, Contact no. +1-6366004600
Specialty Vehicle Dealers Association Member, Contact no. +1-6366004600
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About Talbot
Talbot, a name that resonates with the connoisseurs of automotive history. The tale of Talbot is a tapestry woven with threads of innovation, elegance, and racing pedigree. This marque, with its roots stretching back to the late 19th century, has left an indelible mark on the annals of motoring.Talbot's journey began when Adolphe Clément-Bayard, a French industrialist and cycling enthusiast, acquired the British Darracq company in the early 1900s. This marked the birth of the Clément-Talbot brand, a fusion of French flair and British craftsmanship. The vehicles bore the unmistakable hallmarks of both nations, blending performance with refinement.
In the interwar period, Talbot truly came into its own. It was during this era that the marque produced some of its most exquisite models. The Talbot 105, with its elegant lines and advanced engineering, captured the hearts of discerning motorists. The 105 exemplified the art of pre-war motoring, offering a balanced combination of power and sophistication.
Yet, Talbot's true claim to fame lay in its racing endeavors. The Talbot-Lago Grand Prix cars, with their potent engines and streamlined bodies, were formidable competitors on the European circuits. Talbot-Lago secured victory at prestigious events like the 1949 Le Mans 24 Hours, cementing its place in motorsport history.
After World War II, Talbot ventured into the realm of luxury grand touring cars. The Talbot-Lago T26, in both Record and Grand Sport variants, showcased the brand's commitment to craftsmanship and performance. These magnificent machines featured powerful inline-six engines, sumptuous interiors, and timeless aesthetics.
But as the years rolled on, the winds of change swept through the automotive industry. Financial challenges and shifting market dynamics spelled the end of the road for Talbot. The marque, once a symbol of automotive excellence, eventually faded from the scene.
Today, Talbot's legacy lives on through the admiration of collectors and enthusiasts. The marque's finer models remain coveted treasures, each a testament to an era when elegance and engineering prowess converged. Talbot may be a chapter in the history books, but its story continues to captivate those who appreciate the artistry of motoring.