2023 |
Pebble Beach Auctions 20231936 Hispano-Suiza J12 Cabriolet
Coachwork by Saoutchik
SOLD $2,040,000
Estimate
$2,500,000 - $3,500,000
Chassis
14018
Car Highlights
The Magnificent J12 Chassis Perfectly Paired with Elegant Saoutchik Cabriolet Coachwork
One of Approximately 10 J12s Retaining Original Open Coachwork
Upgraded to Desirable 11.3-Liter Type 68 BIS Specifications During Restoration
Poster Car for the 2012 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance®
2012 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance® Alec Ulmann Trophy Winner
Among the Most Rakish, Sporting, and Outright Stunning of All Hispano-Suizas
Technical Specs
11,310 CC OHV 60° V-12 Engine
Twin Solex Downdraft Carburetors
Estimated 250 BHP at 3,400 RPM
3-Speed Synchromesh Manual Gearbox
4-Wheel Servo-Assisted Mechanical Drum Brakes
Front Solid Axle with Semi-Elliptical Leaf Springs
Rear Live Axle with Semi-Elliptical Leaf Springs
Saleroom Addendum
This vehicle has received a special invitation by the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance® to be displayed on the lawn this Sunday, providing its next owner an exciting opportunity to participate in the event. This will not preclude it from future invitations in the coming decade and the car will be eligible to win one of the special trophies awarded each year.
