1958 Lancia Aurelia B24S Convertible
- Engine
- 2.5L V6 OHV, Weber-carbureted, 118 hp factory rating
- Colour
- Ivory
A 1958 Lancia Aurelia B24S convertible, number 319 of only 521 produced, this sixth-series example was completed on 4 February 1958 and has been in long-term single ownership since 1976. Finished in Avorio over a red leather interior, the car retains largely original coachwork and trim, and is powered by its Weber-carbureted 2.5-litre V-6. It earned the Lion Award at the 2016 Concours d'Elegance of America, and is accompanied by a rare factory removable hardtop.
Ownership
- —Auction saleSold US$236,500
- 1976 →Acquisition unknownRaymond Bonifacepartial documentation
Drove the car regularly over many years and obtained Italian factory archive records confirming the car's originality after purchase. Added personal items including a military folding shovel and cleaning tools to the car's kit.
Competition
- 20162016 Concours d'Elegance of AmericaLion Award recipient
Event held in Plymouth, Michigan. Car was exhibited and received the Lion Award during Dr. Boniface's ownership.
Maintenance & restoration
- —Modification
The original exhaust system was replaced with a later unit, and the factory transaxle was swapped for a period-correct alternative.
All other aspects of the car are described as highly original. Date of the work is not stated.
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