Very rare, stunning 1934 Hotchkiss Mont Ventoux Special
Very rare, stunning 1934 Hotchkiss Mont Ventoux Special
1934 Hotchkiss 615/686 Mont Ventoux Special Four Seater
This very rare and magnificent car was rebuilt into its present form by well-respected French Hotchkiss expert and collector Monsieur Pascal Lagreze (often called as Hotchkiss “guru”) from original parts. This car was with him in long-term ownership between 1950 and 2008! It was inspired by the works Hotchkiss seen pre-war at the famous Mont Ventoux Hill Climb in Provence and also known to have been in the Bugatti workshops in Paris.
About this amazing example: The chassis is a 615 from 1934 with a 686GD Hotchkiss engine from 1936, a powerful 3485 cc engine which delivers 140 hp and is fitted with triple Solex EX22 Stromberg carburettors. ONLY 2 of such installations are known to exist and the other one is in the famous Serge Pozzoli Collection!
This engine really pulls well and has been built ex works especially for racing. Engine and exhaust have a great sound. An enormous driving pleasure! It is equipped with a 4-speed-gearbox with overdrive for effortless rally and touring, overhauled servo assisted hydraulic brakes, Marchal headlamps, bodywork, interior and instruments are all of high quality and Dunlop racing wheels.
The car is finished in black exterior and black leather interior with black hood and tonneau. This wonderful Hotchkiss is certainly not a “trailer-queen” but a car which has been driven with pleasure and enthusiasm in many events. Current owner has participated in many rallies and was a frequent driver and member of the B.A.P.S. (Bugatti and Prewar Sportscars) Belgium.
Car comes with many files and invoices, history and previous ownerships known.
This mighty Hotchkiss presents itself technical in very good state and condition and runs smooth, powerful and is wonderful to handle. A real driving pleasure for pre-war lovers and for those who want to become one. She is definitely not a “shiny concours car” but stands out in her beautiful colour scheme and her enormous power. The car is a real beauty and may not hide her age of more than 90 years… she has a charming patina, certain scratches and signs of usage. As the French say the car remains “dans son jus”. In fact, how a real pre-war car of this age has to be!
Having rarity, quality, her stunning look and performance it compares with such as Bentley and Lagonda sport-racing cars but is appealing different. It is sometimes forgotten that Hotchkiss cars won the Monte Carlo Rallies in 1932,1933, 1934, 1939 and 1950 plus Coupe de Glacier in 1934.
Famous ex registration of this particular example: 7552 VC24 (F), UK registration “289 XUM” and since 2015 in hands of current owner registered in Belgium on Belgian number plates.
The car is a well-known car, member of the Vintage Sports Club and the Hotchkiss Club France.
A very special car which needs to be seen and driven. She is out for a new adventure, recently serviced and maintained and ready to hit the road!
Further details and information certainly on request!
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