Equipment
RHD. 4,061cc/118hp inline 8, pre-selector 4-speed, wire wheels with Black discs, Marchal headlights, rear-mounted spare.
Condition
Good older paint, chrome and interior. The chassis is greasy but not dirty, implying attentive care and maintenance. The paint on the hood hinge is scraped off in places. The left windshield pillar top hold down is broken. Very attractive interior wood and gauges. Bashed centerlock nuts. Done to high standards some time ago and showing age. Believed to be the only D8S bodied by Chapron with this coachwork. Replacement engine.
Market commentary
Reported sold at The Auction in Las Vegas in 1992 for $52,500 where it was in tatty condition and powered by a Ford flathead V8. It was subsequently restored with this engine in the early 90's. The coachwork is undoubtedly special, but there are a few notable flaws that kept it from equalling the consignor's expectation and it either needs attention or an adjustment in those expectations.