Vehicle Description
In the 1930s, Sydney Allard built a dozen Ford-based specials for
British competitions. Some had Lincoln engines and many were fitted
with a split-axle independent front suspension developed by Leslie
Ballamy. During World War II, his London based garage named
'Adlards, Ltd.,' rebuilt Ford vehicles for British forces. After
the War there were plenty of engines and parts available but no
government contracts. So he introduced the Allard K1, a two-seater
on a box-section frame with transverse leaf springing and Ballamy's
IFS front axle. Power was sourced from either Ford or Mercury
flathead V-8 power. The K1 Model offered power and performance;
customers who were seating seating for four occupants could
purchase the L-Type.
GR Auto Gallery is pleased to present this extremely rare 1948
Allard L-Type for your consideration. Fewer than 200 of these cars
are said to have been produced and it is estimated that less than
19 are left, seven of which are in in the States. The particular
example left the factory on December 2nd 1948 and was solid in
Wales. The car is said to have been imported in 1994. This L-Type
is finished in Burgundy and upholstered in gray leather with
matching tonneau cover, top, and side curtains. It has Wilton wool
carpets and a dashboard made from Indian rosewood. It has Lucas fog
lights, a rear-mounted spare with cover, color-keyed steel wheels,
and whitewall tires. There is a modern horn under the hood,
concealed turn signals, and lap seat belts. It is in stunning
condition inside and out and also features whitewall tires and rear
mounted spare tire.
It is powered by an 85hp 21-stud version of the Ford flathead V8
mated to a 3-speed manual floor shifter. It features split beam
independent front axle and a live rear axle. It is a wonderful
vehicle that turns head and will surely be the center of your
collection!
To see over 80 photos of this car, including undercarriage please
visit our website www.grautogallery.com
Gr Auto Gallery, LLC and our sister company, Wheelz Sales and
Leasing Inc. makes every effort to represent each vehicle
accurately and with integrity. We also welcome third party
inspections when necessary. Although we try to do our very best to
be accurate in our description writing we are human and do make
mistakes. Unless otherwise noted, All vehicles are sold AS IS, No
Warranty Expressed or Implied. All sales final.
