1921 Hispano Suiza H6 Torpedo by Duvivier
1921 Hispano Suiza H6 Torpedo by Duvivier
General Information:
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Year: 1921
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Make: Hispano Suiza
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Model: H6
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Body Style: Torpedo by Duvivier (Paris)
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Engine: Inline 6-cylinder, OHC, 6,597 cm³
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Chassis No.: 10093
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Registration No.: HS 1006 (Previously XN 5479)
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Power: 37.2 HP (Tax Rated)
Historical Background: This Hispano Suiza H6 was first displayed at the 1919 Paris Show, renowned for its revolutionary four-wheel brakes, exceptional speed, luxury, quality, and unmatched craftsmanship, positioning it among luxury contemporaries like Rolls-Royce, Bentley, Bugatti, and Isotta Fraschini.
Provenance & Notable History:
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First Owner: K.J. Mulder (1921)
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Regularly driven by Mulder, winning the 1926 MCC Reliability Race at Brooklands.
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Sold in 1928 to Robert Weston, Mulder's friend and racing partner.
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Extensively toured in Switzerland during Weston's honeymoon in 1934.
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Utilized during WWII as a tow vehicle.
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Acquired post-war by Bernard Parris in 1957, who conducted a meticulous restoration over a 12-year period.
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Sold in 1990 to architect Mr. David Brookbank for £140,000.
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Currently recognized as the sixth-oldest surviving example of the H6 model.
Specifications & Features:
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Exterior: Polished aluminium bonnet, French blue body, black wings, chassis, and wheels.
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Interior: Black leather upholstery, includes two fitted suitcases.
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Instrumentation: White-faced dials, functional Le Nivex gauge and clock, exhaust cut-out operational.
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Lighting: Equipped with Marchal headlamps.
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Clutch: Cone clutch, providing ease of use and precise handling.
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Wheels & Tires: High-pressure beaded-edge tires ensuring precise steering and excellent handling.
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Condition: Excellent, minor paint chips from regular use. Requires minor completion to rear seats (Auster screen) and chassis valance panels between wings.
Recent Maintenance:
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Regularly maintained and recently serviced by pre-war specialists Parkes Restoration.
Ownership Remarks:
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Extensively toured throughout Scotland under current ownership, reflecting continued meticulous care and enthusiastic use.
Status: Price on Application (POA)
This 1921 Hispano Suiza H6 Torpedo by Duvivier represents a unique opportunity to own a celebrated and historically significant automobile, embodying early automotive engineering excellence and prestigious heritage.