Delahaye 135 1947
General description :
Delahaye 135M Worblaufen | One-Off | 1947
Highlights:
- Body built by coachbuilder Worblaufen
- Based on a Delahaye 135M chassis
- 4-seater cabriolet
- Unrestored car
- Easy to drive, with astonishingly light handling
Delahaye 135M Worblaufen for saleWe sometimes say that you will not easily come across a copy of a certain classic car, but that is trully the case with this Delahaye 135M Worblaufen. This classic was delivered new in Switzerland and built entirely according to the customer's wishes. The first owner wanted a cabriolet. The car had to be a modest but elegant appearance with little adornment, for example no wire wheels but solid steel wheels.
Unique classic car for saleThis beautiful classic is still in its original condition, has never been restored, has the original M engine with 115 hp, 3 carburettors and is standard equipped with the Cotal gearbox. The Swiss coachbuilder Worblaufen was specialized in making custom bodywork. At that time, a driving chassis was often ordered and a body was built on it according to the customer's wishes. Most Delahayes have French bodies, which makes a Delahaye with a Swiss body special. As far as known, 4 Worblaufen bodies were built on Delahaye chassis at that time, none of which is the same.
Want to buy Delahaye 135M Worblaufen?Are you looking for a unique classic car built by Worblaufen? Leave your details via the contact form on this page or call directly on +31 416 751 393. Our sales staff will be happy to answer all your questions or even make a personal shop video for you.
We can help with transport. Within Europe you do not need to pay any import duties. Trading in, buying and consignment possible.In some countries we can help with financing. Ask our sales staff.
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1947 Delahaye 135 is listed sold on ClassicDigest in Waalwijk by E R Classics for €185000.
Car Facts
Car type : Car Make : Delahaye Model : 135 Engine size : 0.0 Model Year : 1947 Location : Waalwijk
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About Delahaye
Once upon a time, in a land known for its wine, cheese, and snobbish waiters, the French decided to build cars. They called their car company Delahaye because, well, it sounded fancy, and they were French - everything had to sound fancy!In the early 20th century, Delahaye started making cars that were more elegant than a ballet performance at the Eiffel Tower. Their cars were like Parisian fashion models on wheels, turning heads wherever they went.
But the French, being the French, decided to make things a bit confusing. They named their cars with a bunch of numbers like 135 and 165. So, if you ever met someone who said, "I drive a Delahaye 165," you'd think they were either a mathematician or a car enthusiast.
Now, let's talk about Delahaye's American adventure. In this whimsical tale, Delahaye, armed with baguettes and berets, stormed the American market. They didn't actually do this, but let's pretend they did!
Delahaye rolled out the Delahaye 135, a car so elegant that it made a limousine look like a pickle jar on wheels. With its impressive inline-six engine, it could speed through the streets of New York like a French waiter balancing a tray of fine Bordeaux.
But the crown jewel of the Delahaye lineup was the mythical Delahaye 165. This car was rumored to have a V12 engine with more power than the Eiffel Tower lighting up the night. It was a work of art, a masterpiece that made the Statue of Liberty blush with envy.
As for specs, in our fanciful story, the Delahaye 165 had a completely imaginary V12 engine that produced a fantastical horsepower, enough to make even a rocket ship feel inadequate.
While Delahaye may not have actually conquered the American market, they did create some truly exquisite cars that were revered for their style and performance. They're like the French wine of the automotive world, known for their elegance and sophistication.
Please note that this story is entirely fictional, and Delahaye did not actually take over the American market. However, they did produce some remarkable and stylish cars that are highly regarded in the history of automotive design.