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Many chassis components of the Sidney Allard-built cars were sourced from the Ford parts bin, a plentiful asset he owned as part of being a large Ford dealership. The dual swing axle front suspension was used on nearly all Allard vehicles, and this setup would be familiar to any Ford truck mechanic. The advantage of swing axles, compared to the conventional live axle setup, helped reduce unsprung weight since the differential was mounted to the chassis. Another advantage was its independent camber operation as each wheel reacted to irregularities of road surfaces independently. This allowed Allard's vehicles to easily plow their way through obstacles and mud holes on early racing trials.
Among the many accolades, Allard vehicles achieved in motorsports was a victory in the 1952 Monte Carlo Rally and at the 1949 British Hill Climb Championship, a third-place finish at Le Mans in 1950, and a victory in its first international race - the Watkins Glen GP.
Between 1950 and 1951, Mr. Allard built 99 examples of the J2 model and 83 of the J2X built in 1951 and 1952. Compared to the J2, the J2X had its engine moved forward 7.5 inches to accommodate a larger cockpit, and its front suspension received a modification. The De Dion coil-sprung rear axle and inboard brakes of the J2 were carried over unchanged.
This particular J2X was delivered new in 1952 to a San Antonio Oilman, who reportedly acquired it as a daily driver for his wife. The vehicle did not appeal to her and it was soon sold to its second owner, Jon Doyle, who part exchanged his wife's XK120 against it. Again, the vehicle's minimalistic characteristics and brutish persona did not agree with typical road-going daily driving, and although Mrs. Doyle did not appreciate its capabilities, it is believed that Mr. Doyle was able to explore its potential as he raced the car for a few years. Initially, Mr. Doyle raced the Allard with a Chrysler Hemi, but that was later replaced by a Cadillac 331 in 1957.
Mr. Bill Bauder acquired the Allard in 1960 and would retain it for five decades. During one of its race outings in 1962, the Caddy engine blew a head gasket. Mr. Bauder turned to Holman and Moody who secured a Ford 406 Nascar engine as a replacement. This 550-horsepower powerplant has resided under the bonnet for the past six decades.
After racing the car for many years, Mr. Bauder elected to restore the J2X in 2000. The work was completed around 2021 and it made its debut at the Greenwich Concours d'Elegance.
The vehicle's 406 cubic-inch, overhead-valve Ford V8 engine uses a three-barrel carburetor to produce upwards of 400 horsepower at 4,000 RPM. There is a four-speed manual transmission, all-round hydraulic drum brakes, a De Dion rear axle, and a semi-independent front setup.By Daniel Vaughan | Apr 2022
Among the many accolades, Allard vehicles achieved in motorsports was a victory in the 1952 Monte Carlo Rally and at the 1949 British Hill Climb Championship, a third-place finish at Le Mans in 1950, and a victory in its first international race - the Watkins Glen GP.
Between 1950 and 1951, Mr. Allard built 99 examples of the J2 model and 83 of the J2X built in 1951 and 1952. Compared to the J2, the J2X had its engine moved forward 7.5 inches to accommodate a larger cockpit, and its front suspension received a modification. The De Dion coil-sprung rear axle and inboard brakes of the J2 were carried over unchanged.
This particular J2X was delivered new in 1952 to a San Antonio Oilman, who reportedly acquired it as a daily driver for his wife. The vehicle did not appeal to her and it was soon sold to its second owner, Jon Doyle, who part exchanged his wife's XK120 against it. Again, the vehicle's minimalistic characteristics and brutish persona did not agree with typical road-going daily driving, and although Mrs. Doyle did not appreciate its capabilities, it is believed that Mr. Doyle was able to explore its potential as he raced the car for a few years. Initially, Mr. Doyle raced the Allard with a Chrysler Hemi, but that was later replaced by a Cadillac 331 in 1957.
Mr. Bill Bauder acquired the Allard in 1960 and would retain it for five decades. During one of its race outings in 1962, the Caddy engine blew a head gasket. Mr. Bauder turned to Holman and Moody who secured a Ford 406 Nascar engine as a replacement. This 550-horsepower powerplant has resided under the bonnet for the past six decades.
After racing the car for many years, Mr. Bauder elected to restore the J2X in 2000. The work was completed around 2021 and it made its debut at the Greenwich Concours d'Elegance.
The vehicle's 406 cubic-inch, overhead-valve Ford V8 engine uses a three-barrel carburetor to produce upwards of 400 horsepower at 4,000 RPM. There is a four-speed manual transmission, all-round hydraulic drum brakes, a De Dion rear axle, and a semi-independent front setup.By Daniel Vaughan | Apr 2022
2022 Bonhams : Amelia Island Concours
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $400,000-USD $450,000
Lot was not sold
1952 Allard J2X Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Allard J2X
(Data based on Model Year 1952 sales)
1952 Allard J2X Chassis#: J2X 3048 Sold for USD$362,500 2022 Broad Arrow Auctions : The Passion for the Drive | |
1952 Allard J2X Chassis#: J2X 3042 Sold for USD$201,600 2021 Gooding & Company : Pebble Beach Concours Auction | |
1952 Allard J2X Chassis#: J2X 3062 Sold for USD$335,000 2020 RM Sothebys : Amelia Island Auction | |
1952 Allard J2X Chassis#: 3062 Sold for USD$451,000 2016 Gooding & Company : The Scottsdale Auction | |
1952 ALLARD J2X RACECAR Chassis#: J2X3076 Sold for USD$220,000 2013 Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale | |
1952 Allard J2X Roadster Chassis#: J2X3044 Sold for USD$187,000 2011 Automobiles of Arizona by RM Auctions | |
1952 Allard J2X 'Little Red' Chassis#: J2X3142 Sold for USD$194,000 2009 Bonhams - Quail Lodge Resort and Golf Club | |
1952 ALLARD J2X ROADSTER Chassis#: J2X-3042 Sold for USD$220,000 2005 Barrett-Jackson - Scottsdale 2005 |
Allard J2Xs That Failed To Sell At Auction
1952 Allard J2X's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1952 Allard J2X | J3065 | 2023 Bonhams : Scottsdale Auction | $450,000 | $550,000 | |
1952 Allard J2X Two Seater Sports | J2X 3059 | 2022 Bonhams : Amelia Island Concours | $400,000 | $450,000 |
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