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The Aurelia was the first production car to be powered by a V6 engine. It was one of the most sporting cars of its day, having state-of-the-art construction techniques, a rear-mounted transaxle, and the Vittorio Jano-designed engine. These cars proved successful in sports car racing, endurance events, and rallies throughout the 1950s.
Lancia introduced a sporting Pinin Farina-designed Spider in 1954, intended for the American market. The Spider was replaced after a brief production run with a more developed Convertible.
Between 1956 and 1958, Lancia built just 521 B24 Convertibles, of which, approximately 160 were constructed on the Fifth Series platform.
This B24S-1205 was sold new in southern California. In 1960, it blew a head gasket at 38,000 miles. It was stored until 2005, when an effort was made to restore the car, but this was soon abandoned. It was purchased by the current owners in 2008 and restored, with Steve Beckman's shop doing the body and paint. Tony Nicosia did the mechanical work, and the owners carried out the remaining work in the second assembly.
The car was finished in metallic silver-gray and the interior was reupholstered in red leather. Inside, the car was equipped with Jaeger instruments, correct Carello lamps, Michelin X radial tires and period Nardi twin-carburetor conversion kit. It has its original tool kit and jack, as well as a correct owner's manual and top instructions.
In 2012, this car was offered for sale at the Gooding & Company auction held in Scottsdale, Arizona. It had a pre-auction estimated value of $350,000 - $450,000. As bidding came to a close, the car had been sold for the sum of $561,000 inclusive of buyer's premium.
Lancia introduced a sporting Pinin Farina-designed Spider in 1954, intended for the American market. The Spider was replaced after a brief production run with a more developed Convertible.
Between 1956 and 1958, Lancia built just 521 B24 Convertibles, of which, approximately 160 were constructed on the Fifth Series platform.
This B24S-1205 was sold new in southern California. In 1960, it blew a head gasket at 38,000 miles. It was stored until 2005, when an effort was made to restore the car, but this was soon abandoned. It was purchased by the current owners in 2008 and restored, with Steve Beckman's shop doing the body and paint. Tony Nicosia did the mechanical work, and the owners carried out the remaining work in the second assembly.
The car was finished in metallic silver-gray and the interior was reupholstered in red leather. Inside, the car was equipped with Jaeger instruments, correct Carello lamps, Michelin X radial tires and period Nardi twin-carburetor conversion kit. It has its original tool kit and jack, as well as a correct owner's manual and top instructions.
In 2012, this car was offered for sale at the Gooding & Company auction held in Scottsdale, Arizona. It had a pre-auction estimated value of $350,000 - $450,000. As bidding came to a close, the car had been sold for the sum of $561,000 inclusive of buyer's premium.
2012 Gooding and Company - The Scottsdale Auction
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $350,000-USD $450,000
Sale Price :
USD $561,000
1956 Lancia Aurelia Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Lancia Aurelia
(Data based on Model Year 1956 sales)
1956 Lancia Aurelia B24S Convertible by Pinin Farina Chassis#: B24S-1191 Sold for USD$357,500 2022 RM Sothebys : Gene Ponder Collection | |
1956 Lancia Aurelia B24S Convertible by Pinin Farina Chassis#: B24S-1211 Sold for USD$307,500 2022 RM Sothebys : Monterey | |
1956 Lancia Aurelia B24S Convertible Chassis#: B24 1231 Sold for USD$249,545 2020 Bonhams : Les Grandes Marques du Monde au Grand Palais | |
1956 Lancia Aurelia B24S Convertible by Pinin Farina Chassis#: B24S-1187 Sold for USD$254,726 2019 The Saragga Collection | |
1956 Lancia Aurelia B24S Convertible Chassis#: B24S-1187 Sold for USD$343,102 2018 Bonhams : The Monaco Sale 'Les Grandes Marques à Monaco' | |
1956 Lancia Aurelia B24 Convertible Chassis#: B24 1231 Sold for USD$220,705 2018 Bonhams : Goodwood Members Meeting | |
1956 Lancia Aurelia B20S Series 5 Chassis#: B20S-1286 Sold for USD$77,896 2016 RM Sothebys : Duemila Ruote | |
1956 Lancia Aurelia B24S Convertible by Pinin Farina Chassis#: B24S-1186 Sold for USD$306,597 2016 RM Sotheby's : Paris | |
1956 Lancia Aurelia B24S Spider America Chassis#: B24S-1170 Sold for USD$880,000 2014 Gooding & Company : Pebble Beach Concours | |
1956 Lancia Aurelia B24S Spider America Chassis#: B24S 1155 Sold for USD$1,292,500 2014 Gooding & Company - Amelia Island Sale | |
1956 Lancia Aurelia B20 GT Series 4 Chassis#: B20 3476 Sold for USD$124,763 2013 Coys - Techno Classica | |
1956 Lancia Aurelia B24S Spider America Chassis#: B24S 1123 Sold for USD$803,000 2013 Gooding and Company - The Scottsdale Auction | |
1956 Lancia Aurelia B24 Series One Convertible Sold for USD$172,500 2012 Coy - True Greats | |
1956 Lancia Aurelia B24S Convertible Chassis#: B24S - 1185 Sold for USD$275,807 2012 RM Auctions - London | |
1956 Lancia Aurelia B24S Convertible Chassis#: B24S-1297 Sold for USD$242,000 2012 Gooding and Company - Pebble Beach Auction | |
1956 Lancia Aurelia B24S Cabriolet Chassis#: B24S-1205 Sold for USD$561,000 2012 Gooding and Company - The Scottsdale Auction | |
1956 Lancia Aurelia B24 Sold for USD$550,000 2007 Monterey Sports and Classic Car Auction | |
1956 Lancia Aurelia B24 Chassis#: B24S1211 Sold for USD$230,995 2007 Coys Auction - Legende et Passion | |
1956 LANCIA AURELIA CONVERTABLE Sold for USD$92,000 2004 Bonhams - MOTORCARS BROOKLINE |
Lancia Aurelias That Failed To Sell At Auction
1956 Lancia Aurelia's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1956 Lancia Aurelia B24S Convertible | B24S-1513 | 2023 Bonhams : Les Grandes Marques du Monde à Paris | $250,000 | $300,000 | |
1956 Lancia Aurelia B20 GT Series IV Coupé Coachwork by Pininfarina | B203806 | 2017 Bonhams : Goodwood Revival | $130,000 | $160,000 | |
1956 Lancia Aurelia B24S Convertible with Hardtop | B24S-1188 | 2017 Bonhams : Les Grandes Marques du Monde au Grand Palais | $380,000 | $480,000 |
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