1954 Renville Special

VIN: 131275WIS

$10,914

Sold

Seller details

  • Auction

    RM Auctions

  • Location

    Monterey, CA; US

  • Event date

    Aug 15, 1998

  • Lot

    174

Vehicle specs

  • Chassis/VIN

    131275WIS

  • Body style

    Roadster

  • Transmission type

    Standard

  • Interior Color

    Tan, Tan top

  • Exterior Color

    Red

Vehicle details

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Equipment

Here it is again, the famous Renville Special, Americas First Sports Car. Dual Strombergs on an Almquist intake but stock 59A B heads, an alternator for road trips in the dark. Popular Mechanix must have loved this car.

Market commentary

Reported sold at B J in 92 for $9,800, then unsold at B J this year for $10,500. Finally, Sold again. Lets hope the new owner doesnt expect to make a killing, because history tells us it wont bring one.

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