To Be OFFERED AT AUCTION at RM Sothebys' Paris event, 6 February
2019.
Estimate:
€90.000 - €120.000
- Offered from the Youngtimer Collection
- Ultra-rare Tickford Example; only 11 known
- Presented in its original colours; retains its original
engine
Once a separate marque, upon being purchased by David Brown in
1947, the Lagonda name has been utilized by Aston Martin to create
highly bespoke, extremely luxurious vehicles for their most
privileged clients. In 1983, the brand partnered with engineering
subsidy Tickford to produce just 11 even more exclusive Lagondas -
presented here is chassis 13178, one of these ultra-rare
top-of-the-line models, which is believed to have been originally
purchased by a royal family in the Middle East.
The regular Lagonda was already classically 1980s in styling, with
a wedge-like body with pop-up headlamps, and an interior filled
with fully digital instrumentation. To up the ante, the Tickford
Lagonda added coloured aluminium side skirts, a front air dam, and
15-in. colour-coded BBS cross-spoke wheels. Inside, the new owner
could order a variety of options. Chassis 13178, painted in Rolls
Royce Ice Green and delivered to Jersey in July of 1982, is
equipped with a sunroof, and rear seat pockets.
Chassis 13178 was acquired by the consignor in 2016 after an
extensive service with marque specialist Nicholas Mee. It has
remained in storage since with just over 15,000 km on its odometer.
An excellent piece of Aston Martin history, this Tickford Lagonda
presents a unique opportunity for any admirer of the classic
British marque. To view this car and others currently consigned to
this auction, please visit the RM website at
rmsothebys.com/en/auctions/pa19.
