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1964 Alvis TE21 Series III Convertible

The Alvis Company was formed after the conclusion of the 1914-1918 War and quickly built a reputation for delivering attractive luxury cars fitted with many technological advancements. By the 1950s, they were producing limited numbers of exclusive vehicles based on Graber body designs, with coachwork by the legendary London coachbuilder, Park Ward, and powered by an all-new six-cylinder motor. In the mid-1950s, the first production Avlis styled by the Swiss carrossier Hermann Graber appeared, bringing with it Continental styling and a modern design.

The Park Ward-built TD21 was introduced for 1959 and replaced the first Graber-styled coupe, the TC108G. Inside, the TD21 had increased headroom and legroom, especially in the rear. Lockheed servo-assisted disc brakes were now an option, becoming standardized for 1960. Up front were stacked headlights, first seen on Graber's Alvis coupe at the 1963 Geneva Salon.

The TE21 was a development of the TD21 and was introduced in 1963. They had vertically stacked quad headlamps and were powered by a 2993cc inline six-cylinder engine with a modified cylinder head and manifold. The engine produced 130 horsepower and was mated to a ZF five-speed manual gearbox or an optional Borg-Warner three-speed automatic. Between 1963 and 1966, Alvis produced just 352 examples of the TE 21. In July of 1965, Alvis was taken over by Rover.

This Alvis was originally delivered to Brooklands of Bond Street on August 6th of 1964. The TE21 was professionally converted to LHD, hen it was purchased from company CEO Rowland Simmons in September of 1966. At that time, it was fitted with electronic ignition, thermostatic engine cooling fan, engine compartment extractor fan, period Reuter reclining seats, inertia reel seat belts (front only), anti-theft device and an upgraded Harvey Bailey Engineering suspension kit comprising thicker front sway bar, rear sway bar and Spax adjustable shock absorbers. The pedals were moved forward a bit to accommodate taller drivers who are also aided by the telescopic steering wheel.

Powering the TE21 is a 2993cc inline six-cylinder engine offering 130 horsepower and mated to a ZF five-speed manual transmission. There is an independent front suspension and four-wheel disc brakes.

In 2012, this Series III Drophead Coupe was offered for sale at RM Auction's Scottsdale, AZ event. It was estimated to sell for $100,000 - $125,000. As bidding came to a close, the car had been sold for the sum of $66,000 inclusive of buyer's premium.

By Daniel Vaughan | Feb 2012

2012 RM-Automobiles of Arizona

Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $100,000-USD $125,000 
Sale Price :
USD $66,000

1964 Alvis TE21 Series III Auction Sales

Recent Sales of the Alvis TE21 Series III

(Data based on Model Year 1964 sales)
1964 Alvis TE21 Saloon Series III by Mulliner Park Ward
Sold for USD$14,515
  2018 Historics at Brooklands - Mercedes-Benz World
 
1964 Alvis TE21 Drophead Coupé by Park Ward
Chassis#: 27200
Sold for USD$204,354
  2017 Historics at Brookland
 
1964 ALVIS TE 21 CONVERTIBLE
Sold for USD$75,636
  2016 Coys Blenheim Palace
 
1964 Alvis TE21 Series III Drophead Coupe
Chassis#: 27162
Sold for USD$66,000
  2012 RM-Automobiles of Arizona
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1964 Alvis TE21 Drophead Coupé
Chassis#: 27077
Sold for USD$85,287
  2011 Bonhams - RAF Museum, Hendon, Collectors' Motor Cars and Automobilia
 
1964 Alvis TE 21 Dropehead Coupe
Chassis#: 27097
Sold for USD$25
  2008 Automobiles of London
 

Alvis TE21 Series IIIs That Failed To Sell At Auction

1964 Alvis TE21 Series III's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
VehicleChassisEventHigh BidEst. LowEst. High
1964 Alvis TE21 DHC270532019 Silverstone The Sale of British Marques   
1964 Alvis TE21 Drophead Coupe272072016 H & H Auctions Imperial War MuseumDuxford   
1964 Alvis TE21 Drophead Coupé270432011 Bonhams Collectors' Motor Cars $45,000$50,000

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1964 Alvis TE21 Series III

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1964 Alvis TE21 Series III vehicle information
Coupe
Coachwork: Hermann Graber
1964 Alvis TE21 Series III vehicle information
Convertible
Coachwork: Park Ward & Co.
Chassis #: 27162