2014 |
Amelia Island Auction 20141930 Minerva AL Three-Position Cabriolet
Coachwork by Van Den Plas
Estimate
$1,250,000 - $1,750,000
Chassis
80139
Engine
80128
Car Highlights
The Finest Model of the Marque
Exceedingly Rare, Matching- Numbers, Original-Bodied Example
One of Just 50 Built and 8 Thought to Remain
Recent and Exacting Restoration by Alan Taylor Company, Inc.
Amelia Island and Pebble Beach Class Winner
Best of Show Winner at Numerous Concours Throughout the US
Ideal International Event Entrant
An Important, Highly Regarded, and Desirable Minerva
Perhaps the Finest Minerva Extant
Technical Specs
6,600 CC Knight Inline 8-Cylinder Sleeve- Valve Engine
Zenith Type 42DUa Updraft Carburetors
40 HP (Rated) 125 HP (Estimated)
4-Speed Gearbox
4-Wheel Mechanical Drum Brakes
Semi-Elliptical Leaf-Spring Suspension with Friction-Plate Shock Absorbers
Saleroom Addendum
*Please note this vehicle is titled 1933.