1956 Arnolt-Bristol Bolide

Modified

$159,500

Sold

Seller details

  • Auction

    RM Auctions

  • Location

    Marshall, TX; US

  • Event date

    Apr 21, 2007

  • Lot

    2275

Vehicle specs

  • Body style

    Roadster

  • Interior Color

    Red, Black leather

  • Exterior Color

    Red

  • Generation

    1954-1961 Arnolt Bristol Bolide

Vehicle details

Notes and observations recorded by Hagerty staff.

Equipment

Apparently this car was assembled from leftover parts with a 265 cubic inch Corvette engine like the 265 225hp dual quad unit with Chevy 4 speed thats currently in it. It appears to be titled by its engine number, with no Bristol chassis number to go with it. No history is given. Competently restored to excellent driver condition with Gene Ponders favorite Black Red leather interior on old style bucket seats, Corvette gauges, polished aluminum intake manifold and chrome wheels. No bumpers nor apparent attachments for a top. No Reserve.

Market commentary

No history and assembled from parts with no Bristol chassis number The bidders were generous in blessing this, the last of several Arnolts in the auction of Gene Ponders collection, with a generous price. It should be a ball to drive, though.

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