1961 Alvis TD21

The Alvis Car and Engineering Company was formed after the conclusion of the 1914-1918 war and quickly gained a reputation for building attractive luxury cars fitted with many technological advancements. Styled by Swiss Carrosserie Graber and boasting coachwork manufactured by Rolls-Royce's in house coachbuilder 'Park Ward', the Alvis TD 21 made its debut in 1958. The TD 21 initially retained the torquey 3-litre, overhead-valve six that came with 104 bhp , though this was increased early in 1959 to 120 bhp, courtesy of a new cylinder head and it was then capable of 100mph. Inside there were improvements to the accommodation with increased headroom and legroom when compared to the preceding TC108G, especially in the rear. Lockheed servo-assisted disc brakes were now an option, becoming standard in 1960. A mere 592 saloons were produced between 1959 and 1963, as a result these traditional, thoroughbred, luxury Gran Turismos are nowadays regarded as a very exclusive motor car.Bought by the current owner from a restoration specialist late last year, this extremely rare manual TD21 was bought as an ongoing project by the vendor. However, he realised that it should be completed by a specialist in order to do the car justice and has decided to offer it for sale. First registered in 1961, the car is running and the clutch, brakes and handbrake are reported to be in good order.

There is a history file offered with the car, including old bills and some old MoT certificates. Finished in Old English Grey with matching interior, 8335 MV was repainted a number of years ago but would be a lovely project for any Alvis enthusiast or restoration specialist. Offered today at a most realistic estimate, restored examples are often seen at over £45,000 and climbing. Not to be missed.