Equipment
RHD. Originally bodied by Chapron, then updated by Robert Clabot for a Dr. Imbert with fabulous Machine Age Design details and bright chrome accents, splined rear deck and imaginative grille with bright chrome shields over the Marchal Aerolux head and driving lights and spotlights. Recently re restored by Brian Joseph and exhibited at Pebble Beach in 2005, the year of Delage. Paint shows some small age related flaws. Chrome, upholstery and top are great. Undercarriage is nearly perfect but dirty.
Market commentary
A no sale at Christies Pebble Beach in 2001 for $130,000, then sold at Barrett Jackson Scottsdale in 2004 for $178,200 and offered but not sold at RM Meadow Brook after restoration in 2007 for $330,000. Todays result is reasonable for its history and very attractive presentation. If it had been modified by Saoutchik or Figoni it would have brought the estimate. Robert Clabot doesnt have the same draw.