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The AC Ace was the first British post-war production car to be given an all-independent suspension. They wore a design in a similar fashion to the Ferrari 166 Barchettas, as both designs were taken from a 166-inspired racecar built by John Tojiero for British race driver Cliff Davis. Tojiero also designed the Ace frame and fitted the Cooper-influenced all-independent suspension. Under the bonnet was AC's venerable 1,991cc long-stroke inline-6.
In 1954, a coupe version of the Ace was introduced. The hatchback body was hand-formed from aluminum over a more substantial frame with major components mounted on rubber bushings.
Also in 1954, AC began offering the Bristol inline-6, a more potent pushrod OHV engine available in both 105 and 120 HP tune.
This particular Bristol-powered Aceca coupe was given a restoration in the late 1980s by Spencer Lane-Jones. It was given a period-correct replacement Bristol engine and the car was converted to left-hand drive at that time. It is finished in Rouge Irise with original Tan leather seats. It has new wood dash trim and re-plated brightwork.By Daniel Vaughan | Feb 2016
In 1954, a coupe version of the Ace was introduced. The hatchback body was hand-formed from aluminum over a more substantial frame with major components mounted on rubber bushings.
Also in 1954, AC began offering the Bristol inline-6, a more potent pushrod OHV engine available in both 105 and 120 HP tune.
This particular Bristol-powered Aceca coupe was given a restoration in the late 1980s by Spencer Lane-Jones. It was given a period-correct replacement Bristol engine and the car was converted to left-hand drive at that time. It is finished in Rouge Irise with original Tan leather seats. It has new wood dash trim and re-plated brightwork.By Daniel Vaughan | Feb 2016
2015 Mecum : Monterey
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $220,000-USD $250,000
High Bid (Lot was not sold)
USD $130,000
2015 Motostalgia Auction - Indianapolis Brickyard
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $190,000-USD $245,000
Lot was not sold
1960 AC Aceca Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the AC Aceca
(Data based on Model Year 1960 sales)
1960 AC Aceca Coupé Chassis#: AEX779 Sold for USD$128,056 2023 Bonhams : Les Grandes Marques du Monde à Paris | |
1960 AC Aceca Chassis#: AEX732 Sold for USD$96,250 2021 Mecum : Monterey | |
1960 AC Bristol ACECA Chassis#: BEX795 Sold for USD$136,287 2021 Artcurial : PARISIENNE 2021 | |
1960 AC Aceca Chassis#: AEX732 Sold for USD$95,200 2020 Gooding & Company : Amelia Island | |
1960 AC Aceca Sold for USD$176,692 2019 Silverstone - Classic Cars & Competition Cars | |
1960 AC Aceca-Bristol Coupe Sold for USD$176,000 2015 Auctions America - Auburn Fall | |
1960 AC Aceca Chassis#: AEX 756 Sold for USD$286,000 2014 RM Auctions at Monterey | |
1960 AC ACECA COUPE Sold for USD$66,000 2001 Barrett-Jackson - Scottsdale 2001 |
AC Acecas That Failed To Sell At Auction
1960 AC Aceca's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1960 AC ACECA COUPÉ | BE785 | 2021 Bonhams : Goodwood Revival : Collectors Motor Cars and Automobilia | $60,000 | $80,000 | |
1960 AC Aceca-Bristol Coupe | 2016 Auctions America : Santa Monica | $165,000 | |||
1960 AC Aceca-Bristol | BEX 766 | 2016 RM Sothebys : Arizona | $190,000 | ||
1960 AC Aceca Bristol Coupe | BE771 | 2015 Mecum : Monterey | $130,000 | $220,000 | $250,000 |
1960 AC Aceca Bristol | BE771 | 2015 Motostalgia Auction Indianapolis Brickyard | $190,000 | $245,000 | |
1960 AC Aceca-Bristol | BE 772 | 2014 RM Auctions Automobiles of Arizona | $140,000 |
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