1965 Saab 96 Monte Carlo 850
Registration no. FNB 195C Chassis no. 3209503350

Bonhams MPH July Auction|17 July 2021, 13:00 BST|Bicester, Bicester Heritage

1965 Saab 96 Monte Carlo 850
Registration no. FNB 195C
Chassis no. 3209503350

Odometer reading: 80,000
MOT Expiry: N/A

*Good condition Saab 96 Monte Carlo 850
*Recently restored
*Imported from the US in 2016

Footnotes

The Saab 96 Monte Carlo 850 is a celebrated rally car that was produced in homage to Erik Carlsson and Pat Moss for their victories at the Monte Carlo rally circuits in 1962 and 1963. The car featured a longitudinally mounted 841cc engine that was uprated with triple carburettors and oil injection, putting out 57bhp. A modified cylinder head and filled crankshaft counterweights helped give the engine a higher compression ratio, and therefore more power. Externally, the Monte Carlo is distinguishable via special Monte Carlo badges, unique front seats and rear bench, special door cards, wood trimmed steering wheel and dual chrome strips on the side.

This 1965 Monte Carlo is an excellent example that was recently imported from the USA in 2016. It is in a very good condition inside and out, and it was also recently refurbished by Carvetix in 2020. The engine was also fully rebuilt by Graham McDonald. The mileage currently stands at 80,000 which is low for a car of this age, and the engine is now running and driving very well following its rebuild. This is an excellent example of a rare and unique homologation special edition rally car.

Vendor Score Total: 77/100

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Key for sellers' assessments:
1/5 POOR. A project vehicle | Requires urgent attention | Damaged | Parts missing
2/5 AVERAGE. Useable condition | Requires some attention | Light damage
3/5 GOOD. Drive away | Presents well | Good history file | Drives well
4/5 VERY GOOD. Well restored | Running and driving with no noticeable faults | Sound throughout
5/5 EXCELLENT. Concours condition | Beautifully presented | Driving very well

EXTERIOR TOTAL: 17/25
Body Work: 4
Paint: 4
Glass: 3
Chrome/Plastics/Trim: 3
Wheels/Tyres: 3

RUNNING GEAR TOTAL: 16/20
Gearbox/Clutch: 4
Axles: 4
Suspension: 4
Brakes: 4

INTERIOR TOTAL: 14/20
Seats: 4
Dashboard/Door cards/Carpets: 3
Headlining: 4
Trim: 3

ELECTRICAL TOTAL: 10/10
Main components: 5
Ancillary components: 5

ENGINE TOTAL: 17/20
Starting: 5
Running: 4
Under Bonnet: 4
Mechanical components: 4

Car History File: 3

Saleroom notices

Since cataloguing of the car, it has come to light that the car has been subject to recent expenditure of over £10,000. The car has a brand-new set of tyres and is accompanied by a large history file containing bills. Some of the mechanical components that have been rebuilt by Mcdonald Classic Cars of Bromyard include the suspension, engine exhaust tank, pipework, ignition. The car also has a new engine block and a new manifold. It has been an ongoing restoration project since its import from the US in 2016.

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