1959 Facel HK500

HK1 BS2XroadFrance

Engine: 5.9L V8 Chrysler Typhoon 'Wedge', 355 hp, paired with Chrysler TorqueFlite 3-speed automatic
Colour: Silver-grey metallic with black roof

A 1959–1961 Facel Vega HK500 powered by a 5.9-litre Chrysler Typhoon V-8 producing 355 hp, mated to a Chrysler Torqueflite automatic transmission. One of 490 built and among 301 fitted with automatic gearboxes, this left-hand-drive example was comprehensively restored for a Dutch collector before arriving in the United States. Subsequent ownership involved over $100,000 in documented mechanical work including full drivetrain rebuilds. Finished in silver-grey metallic with a black roof and red leather interior.

Ownership

—Auction sale
Estimate US$225,000 – US$275,000
RM Sotheby's catalogue lot →
Date unknownAcquisition unknown
Dutch collector
partial documentation
Commissioned a thorough, cost-unrestricted restoration during ownership in the Netherlands.
Date unknownAcquisition unknown
US-based dealer/collector
partial documentation
Brought the car to the United States and subsequently sold it to the present consignor within a short time.
Date unknownPrivate sale
Current consignor
partial documentation
Invested over $100,000 in documented mechanical work including a full drivetrain rebuild and suspension refresh, and added discreet modern amenities such as Bluetooth-capable audio and climate control.

Competition

No competition history extracted from the catalogue.

Maintenance & restoration

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Restoration
A comprehensive, cost-unrestricted full restoration carried out for the Dutch collector owner.
Described as a no-expense-spared effort; exact scope beyond 'comprehensive' is not detailed in the prose.
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Engine rebuild
Complete rebuild of the engine, automatic transmission, and differential, accompanied by servicing of the suspension and braking systems.
Part of over $100,000 in documented expenditure during the current consignor's ownership.
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Modification
Discreet installation of a concealed vintage-style radio with Bluetooth connectivity and an air-conditioning system.
Carried out during the current consignor's tenure as comfort enhancements; also part of the documented $100,000+ spend.

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