Delahaye 135 Drophead 1948
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1948 Delahaye 135M Drophead with Elegant Coachwork by GuilloreJust Out of a Large European Collection and Available for Pickup in EuropeThis 1948 Delahaye 135M Drophead with refined, elegant coachwork by Guillore is a matching number example that's apart and ready to have the restoration completed by its next lucky owner. Just out of a large European collection, the car is 95% complete and has undergone a total body and structural restoration process. Everything was dismantled with care including the engine and both axles. Much of the work has been to the wood structure and body. The body work consumed around 700 hours. The chassis was sandblasted and repaired as well. An exciting opportunity to bring a very rare and special matching numbers Delahaye by Guillore back to life. A lovely addition to any collection. Matching numbers exampleCoachwork by GuilloreExcellent body Elegance and sportiness combinedOut of a large European collectionPrice: $169,500
1948 Delahaye 135 Drophead is listed for sale on ClassicDigest in New York by Gullwing Motor Cars for $169500.
Car Facts
Car type : Car Make : Delahaye Model : 135 Model Version : Drophead Engine size : 0.0 Model Year : 1948 Location : Astoria Vehicle Registration : Undefined
169500 $
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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.