1938 Aston Martin C Type

An advertisement from 1938 proclaiming the donington result touts the new aston martin type c speed model on its first time out and with this publicity for their new car they apparently decided it was time to dispose of the remaining few cars.

1938 aston martin c type. 1938 1939 aston martin type c speed model. Unlike the previous speed models the type c speed model as it became known was bodied by aston martin rather than outside coachbuilders. All purchases are billed in uk pounds sterling other currencies shown are for guidance only. Aston martin developed the bodywork for the speed model in house.

The images shown are representations of the 1938 aston martin 15 98 and not necessarily vehicles that have been bought or sold at auction. In an effort to sell on these remaining chassis and also to get more speed the emerging science of aerodynamics was used to produce a new modern all enveloping streamlined body. 1938 aston martin 15 98 note. This example part of the blackhawk exposition sale at mecum monterey 2019 presents in excellent overall condition the result of a comprehensive restoration by world renowned marque experts ecurie bertelli.

Rarer than an ulster team car capable of reaching speeds over 100 mph in 1938 and with a modern looking aerodynamic body that continues to turn heads even today the c type was aston martin s last model before world war ii and a car to be proud of. 1938 1939 1940 aston martin c type spec sheet brochure. 71 54 81 78 a 112 72 7791. Aston martin speed model type c 1938.

As one of just eight built the type c is one of the rarest of the interwar period and enjoys an honored place in aston martin history. 18 shot gallery full history and specifications. Click the main image above to see a zoomed view. Manufactured between the end of 1938 and the beginning of 1939 this was originally a test and show car.

Now 68 50 prices converted are approximately. 2 litre speed model a and b type the performance of the 1936 team cars privately entered in the 24 hour race at spa belgium must have encouraged another two people to take cars both of which were raced in the 1936 rac tourist trophy. The first owner bought the car on july 1939. The easily distinguished type c were bodied by the aston martin factory themselves.

Details about 1938 1939 1940 aston martin c type spec sheet brochure. Aml43032 aston martin speed model type c 1938 road.