Richard Edmonds Auctions
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1924 AC Royal 12/24 Tourer Reg. No.: EK 3708 Chassis no. FJ 20666 Engine No.: D9595 Auto Carriers Ltd became AC Cars Ltd in 1922 and is one of the oldest independent car marques founded in Britain, the first car that would eventually take the AC name being produced in 1903. In the early 1920’s the company developed a sporting pedigree through the efforts of individuals such as Sammy Davis and Victor Bruce. The most famous name however was Selwyn Edge, ex-works driver and director of Napier Cars, who became governing director of AC in 1921. Edge had broken numerous records at Brooklands, most notably in 1925 whilst driving an AC Six at an average speed of 82mph for 24 hours. Originally supplied new in Wigan this car was the archetypal barn find in Guildford, Surrey in the 1990’s. The restoration was carried out by John Leech of Alton, Hampshire, a coachbuilder in the truest sense of the word, between 1998 and 2000. As can be seen from the accompanying extensive photographic record the car was impeccably restored with nearly all the original external body panels being retained over a new ash frame. The attention to detail is to be applauded with special regard to instruments, electrics, trim, upholstery and spring gaiters. The radiator shell was deliberately left as it was in order to retain some of its character and history. The car’s mechanicals were completely overhauled, including the fitting of a new worm and wheel, (cost £1,410). Still in excellent condition, the car recently won a concours d’elegance for the best non Bugatti at one of their owners club events. Arguably one of the most popular and good looking of all the ‘light cars’ of the period, the car is offered complete with a comprehensive file containing invoices, correspondence, technical drawings, a photographic record of the restoration, original handbook, spare parts catalogue and a large quantity of new and used spares. MOT’d until February, a car to be driven from the sale! Click Here to view this item on www.i-bidder.com
