THIS CAR IS PHYSICALLY LOCATED IN WALTHAM, MA *
Silverstone Motorcars is honored to be presenting this stunning and
extremely rare Railton Eight Victoria Coupe by Ranalah. This
beautiful car is finished in an elegant Blue and Gray which is
complemented by an extremely well preserved Tan leather
interior.
These cars were conceived by business partners Reid Railton and
Noel Macklin, Railton automobiles combined British coachbuilt
expertise with proven American engineering. Macklin, worked from
the former Invicta facilities on his estate in Cobham, Surrey, and
visualized a car that offered style and performance without the
high costs normally associated with British marques. Railton was
renowned for designing record breaking land and water speed
machines and made conributions to the engineering effort and,
provided his respected name to brand the new company.
Macklin chose the lively Hudson Terraplane chassis as his starting
point, later transitioning to the more powerful Hudson Eight. By
1935, Railton cars employed Hudson's 4.2 liter straight eight
engine, which delivered impressive acceleration and smoothness,
helping position the Railton among the quickest touring cars of its
day. It is said that the car could accelerate from 0 - 60 mph in 11
seconds.
The 1935 model line was highlighted by the Railton Eight Victoria
Coupe which was bodied by Ranalah of London. Ranalah's lightweight,
stylish coachwork complemented the robust American mechanicals and
embraced the Railton philosophy of high performance at a
competitive price. There was seating for four in this stunning two
door design, the Victoria Coupe captured the brand's Anglo American
character.
A total of 1,379 Railton Eights of all body styles were produced
before Macklin sold the company to Hudson, making surviving
Victoria Coupes notably rare today. This beautiful 1935 Railton
Eight Victoria Coupe by Ranalah is now available with a clean
Massachusetts title.
Highlights
• Formerly from the Dan Gernatt Collection
• Coachwork by Ranalah of London
• Just 1,379 Railton Eights produced (all bodies)
• Two-tone blue and gray paint
• Tan leather interior with older Wilton carpeting
• Manual sunroof
• Trafficator mechanical semaphore turn signals
Factory Equipment
• Right-hand drive
• 254ci (4.2 liter) Hudson Eight straight eight engine
• Three-speed manual with overdrive
• Aluminum body and fenders
• Four-wheel brakes
• Friction shocks
• Grille stone guard
• Wire wheels, including a rear-mounted spare
• Chromed hubcaps
• 6:00-16 Firestone blackwall tires
• Chassis lubrication system
• Banjo steering wheel
• Full instrumentation
• Front bucket seats
• Rear mounted armrest
Servicing & Documentation
• This 1935 Railton Eight Victoria Coupe by Ranalah has reportedly
been maintained by in-house mechanics
Known Imperfections
• This is an older restoration showing patina throughout, see the
photo gallery for details
This car is being offered at a price commensurate with its
condition and collectability; this car will make its new owner
proud to drive a true original piece of American history. If you
need any assistance with financing please let me know.
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771-8375
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(978) 771-8375
My name is Paul please call me direct with any questions - my cell
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I promise you will enjoy your experience at Silverstone Motorcars.
We'll gladly pick you up at the local airport or assist in
delivering this vehicle to your doorstep.
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THIS CAR IS PHYSICALLY LOCATED IN WALTHAM, MA
