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This is a 1938 Talbot Lago T 150 C SS Teardrop. The few remaining examples are very valuable high-end collector cars. A prime example of one sold a couple of years ago for $ 13 million +. This one you'll see here would surely sell for a lot more than that. It is a one-of-a-kind issue of that famous car.

This car was ordered and built for the Duke Philippe de Massa. He intended to race it and it was modified in some ways to accommodate him. The chassis was lowered 2 inches and stretched 4 inches...all for reducing it's aerodynamic profile. He requested a rear window that could be opened for better cabin cooling while racing. They did that for him and it is the only Teardrop that has that feature. He also wanted a larger fuel tank, so they created more room behind the seats to accommodate him. Again, the only one to have that feature.

The car was raced in the 1939 Le Mans. Early in the race, a car ahead of him blew an engine and spread oil all over the track. The Duke hit the oil, spun out, and dinged parts of the suspension. He was out of the race. He decided to retire the car and preserve its history. In person, it's beyond beautiful.

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William Loc: Mississippi

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Ava'sPapa Loc: Cheshire, Ct.

Automotive art!

UTMike Loc: South Jordan, UT

An early moon roof also, Tom!

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Thanks for the visit.

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Of the highest order

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Only 3 of the Teardrops were built with the moon roof, Mike. Rare option.

mr spock Loc: Fairfield CT

Magnificent automobile. Thanks for the great photos and narrative

bflood Loc: Las Vegas, NV

A good definition of the word "sleek."

Looks like it has semaphore turn signals behind the side windows. A rare feature.

Charley Grimes

Thanks for sharing the photos and the interesting history of the amazing work of art

Charley Grimes, Indianapolis

Manglesphoto Loc: 70 miles south of St.Louis

Great set!!!
Beautiful Car

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You're more than welcome. I'm glad you dropped by.

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Thanks for the visit.

I applaud you for picking up on the turn signals. Not many people are aware of that feature.

mvetrano2 Loc: Commack, NY

Wow, beautiful!

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Hey, Charley. Thanks for looking in.

I very thankful that I can share pictures and info about some of the most significant and beautiful cars ever made. Getting around to the premier auto shows in this country has been a passion of mine for many years.