1936 Hispano-Suiza Type 68 J12 Cabriolet

Make Hispano-Suiza
Year 1936
Chassis Number 14018
Auctioneer Gooding Company
Event Scottsdale 2010
Auction Date 23/01/2010
Lot Number 127
Result sold
Sold For $1,540,000
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Chassis: 14018
A Candidate for Top Concours d’Elegance Honors
Veteran of Several High-Profile Tours
Comprehensive Mechanical Restoration
Single Ownership for the Past 25 Years
Fabulous Sporting Saoutchik Coachwork
One of Only 9 Original-Bodied Open J12s Known to Exist
9,424 CC OHV 60o V-12 Engine
Dual Solex Downdraft Carburetors
Estimated 250 BHP at 3,000 RPM
3-Speed Manual Gearbox with Synchromesh
4-Wheel Servo-Assisted Mechanical Drum Brakes
Front Double Wishbone Suspension with Semi-Elliptic Leaf Springs
Live Rear Axle with Semi-Elliptical Leaf Springs
1936 Hispano-Suiza Type 68 J12 Cabriolet