Overview
1939 Alvis 12/70 Racing Special Boat-tail Roadster by Compton’s of Welshpool, presented in british racing green with black leather seats.
This very special Alvis was manufactured as a 12/70 in 1939, just before Alvis stopped car production to move on to weapons for WW2. The original 12/70 saloon was converted to a sports racing special in 1966 by Compton’s of Welshpool, who as many will know was the acclaimed master of creating Alvis racing specials. The engine size is approximately 2 litres with a 4-speed and was accepted by the Vintage Sports Car Club for historic racing in 2005. Complete with new hood, tools and History File.
Part of a large private collection having being subject to regular maintenance. The first time to market for around 20 years and presenting in quite exceptional order throughout, we feel this is great value and an amazing opportunity for anyone wanting to get involved with historic events.
Perhaps the perfect choice for cross continental touring and would be a wonderful edition to any collection.
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Specification
Year : 1939
Make : Alvis 12/70 Compton Racing Special
Body Style : Roadster Boat-tail
Mileage : 31,000
Transmission : 4 Speed Manual
Engine : 2.0 Litre
Exterior Colour : British Racing Green
Interior Colour : Black
Drive Side : RHD
Registration : FOL 208
Price : £54,950
After taking over a small Coventry carburettor manufacturer named Holley Bros. the original company, TG John and Co. Ltd., was founded in 1919. It originally made stationary engines and motor scooters. The company’s founder, naval architect T.G. John, was approached by Geoffrey de Freville with advanced designs for a 4-cylinder engine with aluminium pistons and pressure lubrication.