For sale

1904 De Dion Bouton 10hp

-Twin Cylinder Rear entrance tonneau
-Powerful 10hp 4 Seat example
-Frequent London to Brighton participant
-VCC Dated
-Presents very well

Offered for sale ‘BF4679’ offers the new custodian a fully restored and attractively finished, high quality twin cylinder powerful London to Brighton vehicle. It presents beautifully in recently hand-painted royal blue livery and is described as in running, working order ready for use.

(Awaiting a repair on the radiator)

The history of this particular twin cylinder De Dion Bouton is largely unknown, but it was restored in the Netherlands more than a decade ago before import to the UK, following which it has been extensively used. The VCC Dating report, provided by the current owner indicates that the vehicle has a long wheelbase chassis, that was available for some vehicles in 1904.

The engine is the 10hp unit of 1400cc, which is twice the size of the unit fitted to the 6hp motor cars at the time and pulls the chassis along at a comfortable speed without being troubled by hilly terrain.

The gearbox is understood to be an example of the sliding pinion transmission that De Dion Bouton fitted to the slightly later motor vehicles from 1905. This was installed as an upgraded feature at the time, and the vendor has confirmed that gear-changing is very smooth. Other non-original elements have been installed to improve the driving experience.

Twin Cylinder-engined De Dion Bouton’s are difficult to find, and this example offers a recently restored, painted, and trimmed option for a new custodian. It has all the attributes of this high-quality French marque, with the added benefit of spacious rear accommodation for passengers.

A top quality London to Brighton vehicle for those looking ’to make good time’ and take several passengers.

For more information, or to register early interest, please contact Tom Parrott on 07572526196 or alternatively via email - [email protected]