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Stanley H. 'Wacky' Arnolt was one of the first individuals to offer a sports car after World War II. His vehicle had Italian styling coupled with British mechanicals. Bristol was contracted to handle the underpinnings and design courtesy of Bertone's Franco Scaglione. Under the lightweight bonnet was a six-cylinder engine derived from BMW's 328.
This 1959 Arnolt-Bristol Deluxe Roadster was originally purchased by W.M. Hurt of New Jersey. It is believed it was used by Mr. Hurt in competition for some time. These beliefs are reinforced by the optional front sway bar, larger brake drums, and adjustable torsion bars that were fitted at the factory.
The second owner was James Rogers who began a restoration, bringing it back to its original glory. It has been shown at the 2008 Masterpiece Concours in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, where it received a Best in Class award and Best Open Post-War Sports Car award.
The car has side curtains and a full tonneau cover. There is a four-speed manual transmission and four-wheel hydraulic brakes. In the front is an independent suspension with a rear setup consisting of adjustable torsion bars.
In 2009, this Deluxe Roadster was offered for sale at the Gooding & Company auction held in Scottsdale, Arizona where it was estimated to sell for $150,000 - $225,000. The lot was sold for the sum of $135,000, including the buyer's premium.By Daniel Vaughan | Apr 2009
This 1959 Arnolt-Bristol Deluxe Roadster was originally purchased by W.M. Hurt of New Jersey. It is believed it was used by Mr. Hurt in competition for some time. These beliefs are reinforced by the optional front sway bar, larger brake drums, and adjustable torsion bars that were fitted at the factory.
The second owner was James Rogers who began a restoration, bringing it back to its original glory. It has been shown at the 2008 Masterpiece Concours in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, where it received a Best in Class award and Best Open Post-War Sports Car award.
The car has side curtains and a full tonneau cover. There is a four-speed manual transmission and four-wheel hydraulic brakes. In the front is an independent suspension with a rear setup consisting of adjustable torsion bars.
In 2009, this Deluxe Roadster was offered for sale at the Gooding & Company auction held in Scottsdale, Arizona where it was estimated to sell for $150,000 - $225,000. The lot was sold for the sum of $135,000, including the buyer's premium.By Daniel Vaughan | Apr 2009
2013 RM Auctions - Arizona
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $225,000-USD $275,000
Sale Price :
USD $192,500
2009 The Scottsdale Auction : Gooding & Company
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $150,000-USD $225,000
Sale Price :
USD $135,000
1959 Arnolt-Bristol DeLuxe Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Arnolt-Bristol DeLuxe
(Data based on Model Year 1959 sales)
1959 Arnolt-Bristol DeLuxe Roadster by Bertone Chassis#: 404/X/3133 Sold for USD$330,000 2022 RM Sothebys : Gene Ponder Collection | |
1959 Arnolt-Bristol DeLuxe Roadster by Carrozzeria Bertone Chassis#: 404/X/3022 Sold for USD$192,500 2013 RM Auctions - Arizona | |
1959 Arnolt Bristol Sold for USD$150,100 2010 Coys Auction -The Spirit of Motoring, Ascot Racecourse | |
1959 Arnolt-Bristol DeLuxe Sold for USD$135,000 2009 The Scottsdale Auction : Gooding & Company | |
1959 Arnolt-Bristol Deluxe Competition Chassis#: 404X3134 Sold for USD$162,351 2008 Coys Auction - Nurburgring | |
1959 ARNOLT BRISTOL CONVERTIBLE Sold for USD$39,600 2002 Barrett-Jackson - Scottsdale 2002 |
Arnolt-Bristol DeLuxes That Failed To Sell At Auction
1959 Arnolt-Bristol DeLuxe's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
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