Astura in France

[donw]

Coming up for auction form an auction house not well known for selling classic cars

https://www.interencheres.com/art-decoration/les-remises-du-chateau-de-meillant-voitures-a-cheval-et-automobiles-674453/lot-85674372.html

If it  goes  within estimate could be a bargain

[williamcorke]

An Astura convertible for E8000 even with a slightly ungainly body would be incredible value in my opinion.

But is it an Astura? The description says Series 3 Dilambda, which seems more likely from the body style but no engine bay photos are provided... whatever, it's exciting news that a gun rack was a 'particularités que le constructeur offrait à ses acheteurs' - optional extra!

[GG]

Advert says it's a 233 model, which per Lancia sheets is a 1935 Astura. However, the advert also says engine is a 24º V angle, which is Dilambda, with the Astura at 19º or 17º30'. Of course, we don't know if what is listed is accurate... A shot of the engine would be nice, at a minimum....
Or is a proverbial "pig in a poke"?

[Running Board]

100% astura, smaller brakes and hubs, no brace from sliding pillar too the rad shell , would be amazed if it sells for that

[Dikappa]

Could it be an Artena?  Not sure how to spot the difference, but there is a similar looking artena here in Belgium.

[Running Board]

says v8 and 233 in advert , bonnet is too long for Artena , 100% astura

[Dikappa]

I asked the auction house for engine pictures, they promised me to supply some the day before the auction...
I might be tempted, stupid as I am....

[GG]

Oh please, go for it.

I'd be next to you, but I've already committed enough silly acts for the near future...

[donw]

Definitely Astura see attached photo

[Running Board]

wow thats original !!!! 

[Dikappa]

Thanks for the engine picture!  It looks very original and complete.  Do you know more about this car Don?  Wonder who did the body...

[donw]

Sorry no more info Iwas asked to identify the model when the auctioneer asked LMC

[Sliding Pillar]

Result:- 44,000 euros on the hammer, 56,320 euros including commission.

[Dikappa]

just a tad more then I was willing too spend :-)  and probably for the better!!!