Re: 1951 250 in Australia

Posted by Brian Wilson On 2020/6/25 20:01:22

Hello Mal

Yes, as Flackmaster says the car looks very well restored (and no doubt is). Typical Barry job.

If the paint colour in the old pics is original it does not correspond to the paint code on the plate, which I think was a dark red metallic (code "L" - not a Ditzler colour). Ditto the interior trim, which shows a code of "207". However, it is all leather which I think was correct for the convertibles. Barry apparently changed the 327 engine for a later one, and obviously fitted wire wheels.

Leeedy can probably pronounce judgement on the convertible roof.

It's a very attractive car, and quite tempting. Guess the price will go higher as the auction progresses, though. Right now, it must be well below restoration cost.

Cheers

Brian