Vehicle Description
1950 Allard K1 / K2 Roadster "Stunning!" One of many words to
describe such a masterpiece of Automotive Design. Recently out of
private Collection where previously owned by Internationally
Renowned Sculptor and Art Furniture Designer Wendell Castle with
Amazing Pedigree, Documentation, and now offered to those seeking
Rare Investment Grade Vehicles. **PICTURES POSTED ARE CREDITED TO
Darin Schnabel �2017 Courtesy of RM Sothebys AND HYMAN ltd.**
PICTURES ARE DISPLAYED AS PART OF THE HISTORICAL TIMELINE OF THIS
VEHICLE. ADDITIONAL PICTURES AND BOOK WILL BE PROVIDED. We present
you with One of My All Time Favorites; The 1950 Allard! This
fascinating 1950 K1/K2 is believed to be the only example of its
kind, ordered directly from Allard by an American enthusiast.
Thanks to comprehensive documentation that dates back to the
original order, we can see that the first owner ordered a new K2,
with its revised styling and improved chassis. But shortly
thereafter, the order for the K2 was canceled and he instead
requested an older K1! Allard obliged, though the car was actually
built on the superior coil-sprung K2 chassis, and fitted with
specially made, backdated K1 bodywork. The car was delivered in the
States via John Forbes Agency of Boston, Massachusetts. From there
it is believed it was disassembled and stored in the late 1950s,
until it was subsequently sold in 1972. The Allard was gradually
rebuilt over a 30 year period and, in 2003 was professionally
restored to the state in which it presents today. Finished in an
attractive color scheme of silver paint over a pewter-grey cockpit,
it presents in beautiful condition today. The quality of the paint
work is outstanding with excellent levels of finish work and
detailing. The car sits proudly on a set of black steel wheels with
correct Allard dog-dish hubcaps and period appropriate blackwall
bias-ply tires. Chrome on the bumpers and prominent grille is in
excellent order. The silver paint highlights the beautiful curves
of the K1 body, especially from the rear three-quarter view. The
spartan cabin is trimmed in pewter-gray leather and gray carpeting.
The leather is in very good order, showing only minor creasing from
use, with an inviting patina. The four-spoke Brooklands steering
wheel was replaced in July 2019, due to the extreme deterioration
of the original plastic rim. Instrumentation is simple and tidy,
with original Smiths gauges placed in the center of a nicely
restored wood dash panel. Under the hood is a 1947 Mercury 59A
flathead V8 engine, rated in period at 85 hp, though now producing
significantly more (probably closer to 200 hp) thanks to an
overbore to 295 cubic inches, beautiful Edelbrock heads and a trio
of Stromberg 97 carburetors. An alternator has been fitted for
reliable running day or night, and an electric fan keeps engine
temps in check. This attractive and well-sorted Allard K1/K2 is an
outstanding choice for vintage rallying or show, and its
presentation, history and bespoke nature make it a standout even
among the rarified company of other Allards. The sale of this fine
automobile includes comprehensive historical documentation, factory
documents, a selection of original tools, a fitted tonneau cover,
and original steering wheel. Wendell's last car, purchased in Oct
2017 for his 85th birthday. When he saw the picture of the car next
to one of his sculptures, he commented that it made perfect sense
why he was attracted to the Allard's styling. (Note: The following
description is based on content from the last two sellers of this
car: Hyman Ltd. Classic Cars and RM Sotheby's Amelia Island) WE
ship worldwide ! Now on display in our showroom Great Lakes Classic
Cars 6 Upton Street Hilton,N.Y. 14468 (800)510-3797 Premium
Leather, Luxury Package, Sports Package, Full-Size Spare Tire,
Spare Tire, Bucket Seats