An absolutley beautiful and very rare Hupmobile Roadster in sublime condition.

Believed to be the only B-316 Roadster in Europe, it's previous owner bought it in the USA in 2001 as an entirely original and very sound, rust-free example whereupon it underwent a total 'no expense spared' restoration at a reputed cost of £100,000, the work being done by a well known and prestigeous French restorer. The powerful 3700cc straight six motor, was fully rebuilt and balanced and the gearbox has been fitted with a Laycock overdrive which allows fast cruising capability of around 90 kph. Another sensible update which makes it so easy to use in modern traffic conditions are twin electric cooling fans to boost the original belt type. The brakes have also been upgraded.
Delightful original features include the 'Dickey Seat', opening front screen, side wind deflectors, rear box trunk with leather straps and twin side mounted spare wheels.
The mohair hood and frame are easy to put up and lower and the car is equipped with a hood tonneau cover.
Inside, the burgundy leather seats and carpets are immaculate. Since its restoration, the car has seemingly never been driven in the rain and consequently the underside is as spotless as the exterior.

Hupmobiles were never produced in great numbers but with designs created by the great Raymond Loewy from the early 1930's, they were always considered interesting and unusual cars with rock solid mechanicals.

This rare Hupmobile has all the correct qualities to qualify as an exceptional collectors car investment and one that can be used and enjoyed with confidence. Powerful six cylinder engine and overdrive gearbox means it can easily keep up with modern traffic and indeed was used by its last owner for a 1500 mile classic car tour in France in 2007.

Registered in both UK and France, it has a current Mot and tax.




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