Lagonda 2-Litre Low Chassis Continental, 1932

Lagonda is one of the big names in the British motorcar industry. In 1906, the brand made its entree in Staines, England, and was founded by an American named Wilbur Gunn.

Lagonda initially built engines and motorcycles but started the manufacturing of small, light-weight cars, and powerful private cars in the 1930s.

In 1935, a Lagonda won the 24-hour Le Mans race, which made the brand famous straight away.
In 1939, W.O. Bentley joined Lagonda who developed the finest engines for the company. In 1947, Lagonda was taken over by David Brown, the owner of Aston Martin. Hence, the engines developed by W.O. Bentley found their way to Aston Martin. After Brown’s take-over, a new age dawned for Lagonda, and, on a modest scale, they started building large touring cars, saloons and drop-head coupes that had many sports car characteristics below the surface. Lagonda's were built until 1965, till, in 1976 the distinguishably designed Aston Lagonda appeared.
The Lagonda is nowadays one of the ‘dormant’ brands. The brand name is still owned by Aston Martin, which, in its turn, is part of the Ford Motor Corporation.

Technical data

Four cylinder in-line OHV engine
cylinder capacity: 1954 cc.
carburetors: Zenith
capacity: 60 bhp. at 3500 rpm.
top-speed: 115 km/h.
gearbox: 4- speed, manual, fully synchronized

Information

Lagonda 2-Litre Low Chassis Continental, year 1932. Colour black with a dark red leather interior and dark red carpet. Black hood, tonneau cover and hood cover. Dark green enameled wire wheels. The 2-Litre Continental is a very rare Lagonda, only 23 have been built from April until July 1932. Most of them survived the test of time. The 2-Litre Continental is in our opinion one of the most handsome Lagonda models with its swept-back radiator, curved bonnet line and low stance. Some history: the first owner, Mr. Edward Lyon had the automobile from 1932 until 1963! He then sold the car to Mr. Tony Spencer who sold the car in still unrestored original condition in 1994. The new owner started a full nut and bolt frame off restoration to the highest standards. Costs nor effort were saved to reach perfection in detail and finish. Pictures and invoices of the restoration are present. Also present is a comprehensive history file. This fabulous Lagonda Continental is in perfect concours (show) condition.
This is a rare opportunity to buy without doubt the most beautiful Lagonda 2-Litre Low Chassis Continental in existence.

This vintage automobile was sold to Germany
by Lex Classics.

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