Talbot Other 16hp. 1912
General description :
1910 Talbot 4CT
Chassis number: 3671
Registration Number: J1910
The photographic picture set was taken by the current owner & includes a pair of suitably attired Flappers. (Google it if you need to.) The car will be arriving with us in August.
This Talbot 4CT 1912 is the only fully preserved example in the world; there are only two Talbot 4CT 1912 registered cars today. The Talbot 4CT is a rare and in original condition. The car is also fully functional. Extra equipment was fitted to the car; electric lighting, not in use at that time, when Louis Bleriot designed the patented head lights, He developed the first practical headlamp for cars and established a profitable business manufacturing them.
The car is finished in Cream with good paintwork dating back to its restoration in France some years ago. To the interior is red leather hide all in fine condition. This Talbot 4CT has a full complement of instrumentation, period brass lamps & all the usual other tiems that define brass cars of this era such as a C.A.V. Ammeter & switch box in addition to a parp parp bulb type horn.
This luxury two-seater with folding windshield is a fast & capable car, and of course the distinct sound of a 2.4-liter Talbot engine will even today let you travel the highways of today, easily cruising 90kmh. The car sits on four cast artillery wheels with twin spares mounted to the running boards. Full ownership history since 1931 comes with the car detailing its various oners in the UK prior to the car residing for a decade in a Jersey Museum.
Clément-Talbot was an Anglo-French motor vehicle manufacturer based in Ladbroke Grove, London that traded from 1902 for approximately one year, whence the cars became known as Talbots. After the division of Clément-Gladiator in 1903 Charles Chetwynd-Talbot, 20th Earl of Shrewsbury headed the English arm "Clément-Talbot Ltd". Adolphe Clément-Bayard was a major shareholder in the company, along with Talbot, A. Lucas, and E. Lamberjack. After the split both marques (Clément- Bayard and Clément-Talbot) built very similar cars, but by 1907 the specifications diverged. Talbot was the first car to cover 100 mph (160 km/h), in 1913.
This is a very original & historically important car. It is in rude health, running well & able to undertake serious tours at modernish traffic speeds. The coachwork by Lewis is light & sporty with an easily erected hood should the day turn inclement. It was supplied new by Caffyns of Bournemouth in June of 1912. A buff log book comes with the car as do some Jersey postage stamps bearing an image of the car. The car is currently residing in eastern Slovakia but is quite likely to make an apperance on our stand at Essen & thence into our showrooms.
1912 Talbot Other 16hp. is listed for sale on ClassicDigest in Essex by Prestige House for Not priced.
Car Facts
Car type : Car Make : Talbot Model : Other Model Version : 16hp. Engine size : 0.0 Model Year : 1912 Sub type : Van Location : Essex Vehicle Registration : Undefined
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Prestige House
+44(0)1375 379719, +44(0)7967 260673
Prestige House
+44(0)1375 379719, +44(0)7967 260673
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About Talbot
Talbot, a name that resonates with the connoisseurs of automotive history. The tale of Talbot is a tapestry woven with threads of innovation, elegance, and racing pedigree. This marque, with its roots stretching back to the late 19th century, has left an indelible mark on the annals of motoring.Talbot's journey began when Adolphe Clément-Bayard, a French industrialist and cycling enthusiast, acquired the British Darracq company in the early 1900s. This marked the birth of the Clément-Talbot brand, a fusion of French flair and British craftsmanship. The vehicles bore the unmistakable hallmarks of both nations, blending performance with refinement.
In the interwar period, Talbot truly came into its own. It was during this era that the marque produced some of its most exquisite models. The Talbot 105, with its elegant lines and advanced engineering, captured the hearts of discerning motorists. The 105 exemplified the art of pre-war motoring, offering a balanced combination of power and sophistication.
Yet, Talbot's true claim to fame lay in its racing endeavors. The Talbot-Lago Grand Prix cars, with their potent engines and streamlined bodies, were formidable competitors on the European circuits. Talbot-Lago secured victory at prestigious events like the 1949 Le Mans 24 Hours, cementing its place in motorsport history.
After World War II, Talbot ventured into the realm of luxury grand touring cars. The Talbot-Lago T26, in both Record and Grand Sport variants, showcased the brand's commitment to craftsmanship and performance. These magnificent machines featured powerful inline-six engines, sumptuous interiors, and timeless aesthetics.
But as the years rolled on, the winds of change swept through the automotive industry. Financial challenges and shifting market dynamics spelled the end of the road for Talbot. The marque, once a symbol of automotive excellence, eventually faded from the scene.
Today, Talbot's legacy lives on through the admiration of collectors and enthusiasts. The marque's finer models remain coveted treasures, each a testament to an era when elegance and engineering prowess converged. Talbot may be a chapter in the history books, but its story continues to captivate those who appreciate the artistry of motoring.