Vehicle Description
Motorcar Studio is pleased to offer this 1940 American Bantam
Riviera Convertible Sedan. American Bantam rose from the ashes of
the former American Austin company, which built the venerable
Austin Seven here in the U.S. but fell victim to the Great
Depression. The Seven was the basis for lots of interesting cars,
including BMW's first automobile, the Dixi. American Bantam was the
last iteration of the Seven sold in the U.S. and only around 6,000
cars were produced from 1937 to 1941. Only around 350 of the
Riviera four-seat convertibles were made, making this among the
rarest variant.
This example is a nice driver owned by a long-time Bantam club
member. Finished in burgundy with a matching interior and a black
convertible top, the doors have roll-up windows (although the rear
quarter windows are of the removable side-curtain variety). Body is
straight and solid and the top, side curtains, glass and interior
are all in good condition.
This Bantam runs and drives fine, but with a mere 22 horsepower
what it lacks in speed it more than makes up in charm. It would
make a nice additional to any collection. For more information
about this 1940 American Bantam Riviera for sale at Motorcar Studio
in Atlanta, please call 404-692-5250.
