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- 1979 Talbot Avenger LS 1600 Special Saloon
1979 Talbot Avenger LS 1600 Special Saloon
Lot Number: 365
1979 Talbot Avenger LS 1600 Special Saloon
A tidy 1979 (1980M/Y) Avenger LS1600 Special Saloon, built at Linwood immediately after Chrysler re-badged as Talbot.
- Sold for: £4,725
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Sunday 24th March, 2024 at 12.00pm GMT at NEC, Birmingham, B40 1NT
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BODY COLOUR
Chianti Red -
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REG NUMBER
FTB 289V -
ODOMETER READING
35150 Miles
SUMMARY
A tidy 1979 (1980M/Y) Avenger LS1600 Special Saloon, built at Linwood immediately after Chrysler re-badged as Talbot.
DESCRIPTION
- Finished in Chianti Red with a gold/beige cloth and vinyl interior
- Owned by our enthusiast vendor for some seven years as one of his 20-plus Collection of Avengers
- The LS Special was equipped with reclining cloth seats, push-button radio, centre console with clock, two door mirrors, sports style wheel trims and a vinyl-covered roof and side stripes
- Supplied with two original 'blue-top' keys and an original 'LS1600 Special Saloon' promotional brochure
- A very rare, entry-level classic which will certainly attract nostalgic attention
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 365
- Make
- TALBOT
- Model
- AVENGER LS SPECIAL
- Variant
- Saloon
- Registration Number
- FTB 289V
- MOT Expiry
- Exempt
- Chassis Number
- R4BCC9L183624
- Engine Number
- R4BCC9L183624
- Transmission
- Manual
- Body Colour
- Chianti Red
GALLERY
CONSIGNOR
Simon Langsdale
- Car Specialist
- simon@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Simon.
CONTACTSCORE:
79 / 135
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About the Seller Rating
A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.
Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car
Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts
Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history
Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history
Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history
Due to venue restrictions, all vehicles must be collected on Monday 25th March between 9am and 2pm.
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