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In the post-World War II era, most of the cars were bodied in-house by the automakers. Only a few companies relied on coachbuilders to perform their craft, fitting hand-formed bodies onto their chassis. In France, most of the vehicles produced were either small-displacement urban conveyances or ultra-luxury expensive vehicles. This was due to high taxes and government regulations, among other reasons.
At the Paris Auto Salon in 1955, Talbot-Lago introduced a car that went against the grain; it had a capable powerplant and stylish good looks. The engine was a twin-overhead cam unit mated to a four-speed gearbox. The construction was tubular, featuring an independent front setup comprised of upper and lower A-arms. Carlo Delaisse, the chief designer for Letourneur et Marchand, penned the seductive lines of the new show car.
Though the car would become a commercial failure, it was a refreshing new design for French enthusiasts. The T14 was an expensive car, costing twice as a Jaguar XK140.
This example was registered in France on May 15th, 1956. It is believed that in 1957 it was in new ownership and given new registration. By 1991, it was in the care of a Paris resident. By 2005, it had been purchased by a German dealer, who sold it to Mr. James Weddle of st. Louis, Missouri, the following year. It later entered the Michael Schudroff collection.
The engine is a dual overhead cam four-cylinder unit offering 120 horsepower with the help of the dual Zenith carburetors. There is a four-speed Pont A Mousson manual gearbox and four-wheel hydraulic drum brakes.
In 2009, this Talbot-Lago was offered for sale at Gooding & Company's auction held at Pebble Beach, California. The lot was estimated to sell for $150,000 - $200,000. The lot was sold for the sum of $148,500, inclusive of the buyer's premium.By Daniel Vaughan | Jan 2010
At the Paris Auto Salon in 1955, Talbot-Lago introduced a car that went against the grain; it had a capable powerplant and stylish good looks. The engine was a twin-overhead cam unit mated to a four-speed gearbox. The construction was tubular, featuring an independent front setup comprised of upper and lower A-arms. Carlo Delaisse, the chief designer for Letourneur et Marchand, penned the seductive lines of the new show car.
Though the car would become a commercial failure, it was a refreshing new design for French enthusiasts. The T14 was an expensive car, costing twice as a Jaguar XK140.
This example was registered in France on May 15th, 1956. It is believed that in 1957 it was in new ownership and given new registration. By 1991, it was in the care of a Paris resident. By 2005, it had been purchased by a German dealer, who sold it to Mr. James Weddle of st. Louis, Missouri, the following year. It later entered the Michael Schudroff collection.
The engine is a dual overhead cam four-cylinder unit offering 120 horsepower with the help of the dual Zenith carburetors. There is a four-speed Pont A Mousson manual gearbox and four-wheel hydraulic drum brakes.
In 2009, this Talbot-Lago was offered for sale at Gooding & Company's auction held at Pebble Beach, California. The lot was estimated to sell for $150,000 - $200,000. The lot was sold for the sum of $148,500, inclusive of the buyer's premium.By Daniel Vaughan | Jan 2010
2009 Pebble Beach Auction : Gooding & Company
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $150,000-USD $200,000
Sale Price :
USD $148,500
1956 Talbot-Lago T14 LS Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Talbot-Lago T14 LS
(Data based on Model Year 1956 sales)
1956 Talbot Lago T14 LS Special Coupé Chassis#: 140031 Sold for USD$176,878 2017 Bonhams : The Goodwood Festival of Speed | |
1956 Talbot-Lago T14LS Chassis#: 140037 Sold for USD$423,500 2014 RM Auctions - Automobiles of Arizona | |
1956 Talbot-Lago T14 LS Spécial Coupé Chassis#: 140031 Sold for USD$193,421 2012 Bonhams - Paris, La Halle Freyssinet Motocars | |
1956 Talbot Lago T14 LS Chassis#: 140009 Sold for USD$148,500 2009 Pebble Beach Auction : Gooding & Company | |
1956 Talbot-Lago T14 LS Special 2.5 Litre Berlinetta Chassis#: 140031 Sold for USD$68,799 2003 Bonhams - Goodwood Revival |
Talbot-Lago T14 LSs That Failed To Sell At Auction
1956 Talbot-Lago T14 LS's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
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1956 Talbot-Lago 2500 Sport Coupe | 140029 | 2024 Bonhams : The Scottsdale Auction | $375,000 | $425,000 | |
1956 Talbot Lago T14 LS Spécial Coupé | 140031 | 2016 Bonhams : The Monaco Sale | $220,000 | $260,000 | |
1956 Talbot-Lago T14LS | 2013 Auctions America California | $140,000 |
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