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The HRG had a successful European racing career with impressive results at venues such as Le Mans, Monte Carlo, and Coupe des Alpes, as well as in the U.S. at Bridgehampton, Palm Beach, Watkins Glen, and others. Over the company's 22 years of production, just 241 examples were built.
This particular example was one of the last of the HRG 1500s to leave the factory, shipped in July of 1956. Just 12 examples were built. This example was ordered by Northern Hemisphere importer Jack Wherry. It languished at the works while the customer, a Mr. Olson, took his time figuring out if he wanted left- or right-hand drive. He settled on right-hand drive, and by that time, two more cars had been completed and shipped.
The previous owner of this car fitted it with a 1798cc BMW engine, however, the original overhead-cam Singer engine is still with the vehicle.
The current caretaker completed a two-year restoration. It has large high-temperature magnesium hydraulic brake cylinders, correct Brooklands aero screens, 36-inch competition safety belts, 16-inch wire wheels, and a nickel-plated rear bumper. The interior features burgundy leather, Wilton wool carpeting, Jaeger instruments, and Scottish Dalvey rally timing equipment. The bonnet has its original split-yoke strap, crafted of Highland Scottish leather. There is an eight-piece spanner tool wrap, knock-off wheel hammer, Castrol oiler, and spare spark plugs set.By Daniel Vaughan | Apr 2016
This particular example was one of the last of the HRG 1500s to leave the factory, shipped in July of 1956. Just 12 examples were built. This example was ordered by Northern Hemisphere importer Jack Wherry. It languished at the works while the customer, a Mr. Olson, took his time figuring out if he wanted left- or right-hand drive. He settled on right-hand drive, and by that time, two more cars had been completed and shipped.
The previous owner of this car fitted it with a 1798cc BMW engine, however, the original overhead-cam Singer engine is still with the vehicle.
The current caretaker completed a two-year restoration. It has large high-temperature magnesium hydraulic brake cylinders, correct Brooklands aero screens, 36-inch competition safety belts, 16-inch wire wheels, and a nickel-plated rear bumper. The interior features burgundy leather, Wilton wool carpeting, Jaeger instruments, and Scottish Dalvey rally timing equipment. The bonnet has its original split-yoke strap, crafted of Highland Scottish leather. There is an eight-piece spanner tool wrap, knock-off wheel hammer, Castrol oiler, and spare spark plugs set.By Daniel Vaughan | Apr 2016
2017 RM Auctions : Amelia Island
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $130,000-USD $160,000
Sale Price :
USD $121,000
2016 RM Sothebys : Amelia Island
Sale Price :
USD $143,000
1956 HRG 1500 Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the HRG 1500
(Data based on Model Year 1956 sales)
1956 H.R.G. 1500 Alloy Roadster by St. Leonards Chassis#: WS231 Sold for USD$121,000 2017 RM Auctions : Amelia Island | |
1956 HRG 1500 Alloy Roadster by St. Leonards Chassis#: WS231 Sold for USD$143,000 2016 RM Sothebys : Amelia Island | |
1956 HRG TWIN CAM ROADSTER Chassis#: 1N502TL Sold for USD$317,465 2014 The Goodwood Festival of Speed Sale |
HRG 1500s That Failed To Sell At Auction
1956 HRG 1500's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
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