1962 Facel Vega Facel II Coupé
- Engine
- Chrysler V8
- Colour
- Iris Grey
The Facel II, produced in a total run of just 182 examples between 1961 and 1964, represents the pinnacle of the short-lived French marque's V8-engined output. Chassis HK2A 166 was delivered new in May 1962 through the Swiss importer to its first owner and has been documented by l'Amicale Facel. Retaining its original engine and patinated beige leather interior, it is accompanied by a cancelled French Carte Grise and its 2011 purchase invoice. The car has been in static display since 2011 and will need renovation before returning to road use.
Ownership
- 2022-05-13Auction saleSold €115,000 (≈ $127K)
- 1962-05-29 →Factory deliveryMr Esnerfull documentation
Took delivery via Swiss importer Blanc & Paiche in Geneva; vehicle specified with automatic gearbox, Borrani wire wheels, locking differential, and Radiomobile stereo among other options.
- 1990 → 2011-11-01Acquisition unknownOwner preceding current vendorpartial documentation
Held the car for over two decades; various mechanical work was carried out during this ownership, and the bodywork was refinished in Iris Grey.
- 2011-11-01 →AuctionCurrent vendorfull documentation
Acquired at auction in November 2011; car has since been kept in static display and has not been used on the road.
Competition
No competition history extracted from the catalogue.
Maintenance & restoration
- —Bodywork
Exterior refinished from original Iris Blue to Iris Grey; an additional bulge was added to the rear of the bonnet, likely to accommodate a non-standard air filter.
Work carried out prior to November 2011; part of a broader programme of works valued at approximately €17,400 in total.
- —Mechanical
Various mechanical and cosmetic works undertaken, together valued at the equivalent of approximately €17,400.
Scope of individual tasks not detailed in the catalogue; work completed before the November 2011 auction sale.
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