2014 |
Scottsdale Auctions 20141949 Talbot-Lago T26 Grand Sport
Coachwork by Franay
Estimate
$1,500,000 - $2,200,000
Chassis
110123 Car No. 110123
Engine
123 Gearbox No. 123 Rear Axle No. 102
Car Highlights
One of Three Franay-Bodied Examples; One of Two Coupes
An Unmodified Example of the Franay Grand Sport
The Only Franay Coupe Originally Equipped with Sunroof
Retains Original DOHC 4.5-Liter Engine
Carefully Documented and Detailed History
Fresh Body-Off, Concours-Level Restoration
Race-Bred Chassis and Mechanicals
Technical Specs
4,482 CC DOHC Inline 6-Cylinder Engine
Triple Zenith Carburetors
194 BHP at 4,000 RPM
4-Speed Wilson Preselector Gearbox
4-Wheel Lockheed Hydraulic Drum Brakes
Independent Front Suspension with Transverse Leaf Spring
Live Rear Axle with Semi-Elliptical Leaf Springs