1923 Renault 40CV
Ended Jul 31, 2025 at 7:25 PM UTC
Description
OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE
The Nethercutt Collection is one of America’s finest Automotive Museums and Collections, a masterpiece comprising over 250 perfectly restored American and European motor cars, along with a vast array of rare mechanical musical instruments and precious antique furniture.
Maintaining a classic car collection of this size is never easy, and when it reaches the scale of our collection, it becomes increasingly more challenging. Our founder, J.B. Nethercutt said the following at age 91, “The recognition and preservation of beauty has been a major focus of my life. It would suit me well if what people remembered about me was, ‘Where he went, he left beauty behind.’”
As a result, we have decided to part ways with a small group of cars from the collection and will do so in partnership with our friends at Hagerty Marketplace. Many of the cars we have decided to sell we have owned for in excess of 50 years, or have been in storage, not on display, or represent a tremendous opportunity as a restoration project. They are a compelling mix of pre-war examples that have been thoroughly well-cared for and that will easily find new caretakers who will undoubtedly cherish and use them as intended.
As we say goodbye to this group of cars, we hope the occasion for their sale will introduce us to new collectors and enthusiasts, and we look forward to hosting you at the Museum and Collection in Sylmar, California, in the coming months, years and decades.
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At a time when most cars looked similar, the Renault was most noteworthy for its very sleek sloping nose. The radiator, so prominent on all other cars, was positioned behind the engine and immediately ahead of the driver giving the Renault a unique and instantly identifiable look.
Renault in the 1920’s offered both four- and six-cylinder models; the largest of which was the 9,120 cc HF, which became the 40CV in 1923. It descended from the big six of 1914. An increase in bore from 100 to 110 mm increased capacity from 7,540 to 9,120 cc; this engine first being seen on the HF, a new model for 1921.
Several prototypes and or chassis made in very small numbers, followed in 1921 and 1922, including the HJ with transverse rear spring, and the HU with overhead valves. The definitive 40CV appeared at the end of 1923 as the JP. This had cantilever rear springs, and front-wheel brakes had been optional in 1921 and standard from 1922. It was estimated to produce 120 hp.
Highlights
Touring body
Big six-cylinder engine
Right-hand drive
Features
Gas tank, trunk and rear fenders
Windshield frame
Splash aprons and tool box covers
Restored steering wheel
Cast aluminum spare tire mounts and floor boards
Running boards
Wood wheels
Two spare wheels
Four-wheel finned brake drums
Jump seat
Some wood body framing
Known Imperfections
Incomplete car
Restoration project
Ownership History
Purchased from Jerry Rolph, Florida (Nov. 1976).
From Cameron Richards, Vice President of The Nethercutt Collection: “At one point in time, The Nethercutt Collection owned four Renault 40CV’s. This Renault was used as a donor car to build three others to 100-point quality. There is still a lot left of this Renault.”
Additional Notes
A Broad Arrow Auctions Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner of this vehicle. Broad Arrow Auctions is a wholly owned subsidiary of Hagerty.
Contact: Donnie Gould Phone: 954.647.0779 email: dgould@hagerty.com
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1923 Renault 40CV · No reserve
