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1960 AC Ace 2.6 'Ruddspeed'

RM Sotheby's
London, United KingdomManual
SoldSep 8, 2014
Sold for$239,741 (179,200 GBP)

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Summary
This 1960 AC Ace 2. 6 'Ruddspeed' features an estimated 150 bhp, 2,553 cc Ford-Zephyr OHV inline six-cylinder engine with triple SU carburettors and an uprated Ford manual transmission. It boasts independent front and rear suspension with transverse leaf springs and wishbones, along with front disc and rear drum brakes.
More details
This particular variant was developed by Ruddspeed, adapting the Ford-Zephyr engine to the Ace chassis after the Bristol engine supply ceased, with Ruddspeed offering various tuned engine options.
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Quantity
Most Recent Sale
Year
23 (9%)
2/1/2023
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Transmission
244 (92%)
9/17/2026
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Listing history

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  • 9/8/2014
    RM Sotheby's
    Sold· this listing
    $240k
Sold for
$240k
#6 of Ace & Acecas in 2014
Top 10% of all listings in 2014
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