1950-1954 Allard J2
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The Low Down
Londoner Sydney Allard had been producing trials specials since 1930, when he first built a car powered by a Ford V8. His business having been appropriated for war work from 1939 to 1945, as soon as the conflict was over ...
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“Quaint, ‘blacksmith’ engineering nevertheless made for an effective racing car. You don’t mess with a machine which finished third overall at Le Mans in 1950. Can still surprise the unwary with the colossal power from its American V8”
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Years built: | 1950-1954 |
Make: | Allard |
Model: | J2 |
Coachbuilder: | |
Body: | Convertible/ Roadster |
Engine Size: | 5400cc push-rod V8 |
Bhp: | 300 |
0-60 secs: | 8.5 secs |
Top Speed Mph: | 130 mph |
Category: | Sports-Racing |
Event Eligibility: | Colorado Grand | Goodwood Revival | Le Mans Classic | Marque Events | Mille Miglia | Monaco Historic Grand Prix | Pebble Beach Concours |
Did You Know?
At Le Mans in 1950, the remarkable third place was all the more impressive when one considers that for six hours of the race the car was stuck in third gear. ‘Allard wins Pebble Beach&rs...
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