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1956 Facel Vega FV2B Coupé

FV2B-57141roadFrance
Engine
5.4L V8 Chrysler Fireflite Hemi, 285 hp
Colour
Silver with oxblood leather interior

Chassis H19 is a 1956–1957 Facel Vega FV2B coupe, one of only 62 built across those two model years. Powered by a 5.4-litre Chrysler Fireflite Hemi V-8 producing 285 hp, it combines exceptional grand-touring performance with hand-crafted French luxury. The car has undergone a cosmetic restoration finished in silver with oxblood leather, retains its original factory fittings, and has demonstrated its mechanical fitness by completing the 1,000-mile Colorado Grand tour.

Ownership

  1. Auction sale

Competition

  1. Colorado Grand

    The car completed a 1,000-mile touring event through demanding terrain, demonstrating the engine remained in sound condition.

Maintenance & restoration

  1. Restoration

    Thorough cosmetic restoration carried out to a high standard, resulting in a silver exterior finish paired with oxblood leather throughout the cabin; all original factory accessories and bespoke interior appointments were retained.

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