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Facel Vega was created in 1954, although Facel was founded in 1939 as an - aviation supplier. Facel was a metal-stamping company that expanded into car manufacturing in the early 1950s as a supplier of special bodies for Panhard, Delahaye, and Simca.
The Vega debuted at the 1954 Paris Salon and by 1956 the cars were called FVS (Facel Vega Sport). The 1954 models came with a DeSoto V8 engine, paired with a Chrysler automatic transmission or a four-speed manual. The tubular-framed chassis features coil springs and double wishbones at the front, with a live rear axle. The interior had an aircraft-inspired dashboard. The rear seats fold flat to provide a luggage platform and access to the trunk. By 1956, the FVS featured a wrap-around windshield. Power steering and brakes were standard in 1957. In 1958, a three-speed automatic and disc brakes were available along with the 5.8L Chrysler Hemi V8 with 325 horsepower.
Facel Vegas attracted a clientele including Pablo Picasso, Christian Dior, Ringo Starr, Max Factor Jr., Dean Martin, Fred Astaire, and Frank Sinatra. Stirling Moss would drive his Facel Vega from event to event rather than fly.
The Vega debuted at the 1954 Paris Salon and by 1956 the cars were called FVS (Facel Vega Sport). The 1954 models came with a DeSoto V8 engine, paired with a Chrysler automatic transmission or a four-speed manual. The tubular-framed chassis features coil springs and double wishbones at the front, with a live rear axle. The interior had an aircraft-inspired dashboard. The rear seats fold flat to provide a luggage platform and access to the trunk. By 1956, the FVS featured a wrap-around windshield. Power steering and brakes were standard in 1957. In 1958, a three-speed automatic and disc brakes were available along with the 5.8L Chrysler Hemi V8 with 325 horsepower.
Facel Vegas attracted a clientele including Pablo Picasso, Christian Dior, Ringo Starr, Max Factor Jr., Dean Martin, Fred Astaire, and Frank Sinatra. Stirling Moss would drive his Facel Vega from event to event rather than fly.
Like many other small automakers, Facel Vega built their cars in short series, with 10 different models over 10 years. Engines used over that period included Chrysler V8s rated at 172 horsepower, 276-cubic-inch DeSoto Firedome, and a Chrysler Hemi 392 cubic-inch Hemi V8 offering 354 horsepower. Of the approximately 357 Series 2 through Series 4 FVS that Face Vega built, only 36 are thought to have been powered by the 325-horsepower dual-quad Typhoon Hemi engine.
This example was sold new in Dallas, Texas, and was street driven until 1968, when it was disassembled for restoration. It was purchased by the current owner while still in the dismantled state. A show-quality restoration was completed in 2012. The car has a full six-piece set of factory luggage, correct wire wheels, Connolly leather, and Wilton wool carpets.
Over the past 55 years, the car has had just two owners. It has never been shown or publically sold. It is also believed to have never left Texas. It is a dual-quad Series 4 car powered by an overhead valve Hemi V8 offering 325 horsepower. There is a Powerflite pushbutton automatic transmission and four-wheel Lockheed-Bendix hydraulic drum brakes.By Daniel Vaughan | Jan 2014
This example was sold new in Dallas, Texas, and was street driven until 1968, when it was disassembled for restoration. It was purchased by the current owner while still in the dismantled state. A show-quality restoration was completed in 2012. The car has a full six-piece set of factory luggage, correct wire wheels, Connolly leather, and Wilton wool carpets.
Over the past 55 years, the car has had just two owners. It has never been shown or publically sold. It is also believed to have never left Texas. It is a dual-quad Series 4 car powered by an overhead valve Hemi V8 offering 325 horsepower. There is a Powerflite pushbutton automatic transmission and four-wheel Lockheed-Bendix hydraulic drum brakes.By Daniel Vaughan | Jan 2014
2019 RM Sothebys : Monterey
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $250,000-USD $300,000
Sale Price :
USD $263,200
2017 RM Sotheby's : Arizona Auction
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $200,000-USD $275,000
Sale Price :
USD $247,500
2015 RM Sotheby's : Monterey
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $200,000-USD $275,000
Sale Price :
USD $187,000
2013 RM Auctions - Monterey
Sale Price :
USD $302,500
1958 Facel Vega FVS Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Facel Vega FVS
(Data based on Model Year 1958 sales)
1958 Facel Vega FV3B Coupe Chassis#: 58265 Sold for USD$69,440 2023 Bonhams : Scottsdale Auction | |
1958 Facel-Vega FVS Series 4 Sport Coupe Chassis#: FV4-57H-41 Sold for USD$263,200 2019 RM Sothebys : Monterey | |
1958 Facel Vega FVS Series 4 Sport Coupe Chassis#: FVSNY258 Sold for USD$110,000 2019 RM Sothebys : Fort Lauderdale | |
1958 Facel Vega Typhoon Chassis#: FVSNY258 Sold for USD$112,000 2018 Bonhams : Quail Lodge | |
1958 Facel Vega HK500 Coupé Chassis#: HK6-A6 Sold for USD$214,847 2018 Bonhams : Les Grandes Marques du Monde au Grand Palais | |
1958 Facel Vega FVS Series 4 Chassis#: NY258 Sold for USD$190,000 2017 Motostalgia Auction - McPherson Collection | |
1958 Facel Vega FVS Series 4 Sport Coupe Chassis#: FV4-57H-41 Sold for USD$247,500 2017 RM Sotheby's : Arizona Auction | |
1958 Facel Vega FV4 Chassis#: FVSNY277 Sold for USD$240,258 2016 Rétromobile 2016 by Artcurial Motorcars | |
1958 Facel Vega FVS Series 4 Sport Coupe Chassis#: FV457H41 Sold for USD$187,000 2015 RM Sotheby's : Monterey | |
1958 Facel Vega FV3B Chassis#: FV3B-58-357 Sold for USD$224,623 2015 Rétromobile by Artcurial Motorcars | |
1958 Facel Vega FVS Series 4 Sport Coupe Chassis#: FVSNY253 Sold for USD$200,750 2014 RM Auctions - Automobiles of Arizona | |
1958 Facel Vega FVS Series 4 Sport Coupe Chassis#: FV457H41 Sold for USD$302,500 2013 RM Auctions - Monterey | |
1958 Facel Vega FV4 'Typhoon' Coupe Chassis#: FV457NY9 Sold for USD$62,700 2013 Bonhams - Greenwich Concours d'Elegance | |
1958 FACEL VEGA FVS 2 DOOR COUPE Sold for USD$71,500 2010 Barrett-Jackson - Scottsdale 2010 |
Facel Vega FVSs That Failed To Sell At Auction
1958 Facel Vega FVS's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1958 Facel Vega FV4 Typhoon Coupe | FV4-58-317 | 2022 Bonhams : The Greenwich Auction | $160,000 | $200,000 | |
1958 Facel Vega FV3B Coupé | FV3B58-357 | 2017 Bonhams : The Chantilly Sale | $170,000 | $230,000 | |
1958 Facel Vega FV3B Coupé | FV3B58-357 | 2017 Bonhams : Les Grandes Marques du Monde au Grand Palais | $190,000 | $240,000 | |
1958 Facel Vega FV4 Typhoon Coupe | FVSNY258 | 2010 FAIRFIELD COUNTY CONCOURS D'ELEGANCE, EXCEPTIONAL COLLECTORS' MOTORCARS AND AUTOMOBILIA | $80,000 | $100,000 |
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