Facel Vega Facel 6 cabriolet, 1964

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 For some years Facel Vega founder and owner Jean Daninos had the idea to fill the 'gap' between the Chrysler powered V8 models and the compact Facel III had the Volvo four cylinder engine. He decided to develop a six cylinder model. In the year 1964 the Facel 6 was presented. The Facel 6 was based on the Facel III. The Facel 6 featured a stronger chassis and a longer bonnet to house the six cylinder in line engine. This robust engine was a slightly modified Austin Healey unit producing 150 SAE bhp. and giving the Facel 6 a top speed of 195 km/h. The four speed manual gearbox and the live rear axle were carried over from the powerful V8 models. The level of luxury was also a step up from the Facel III model.
The Facel 6 was conceived in a time frame at which Facel Vega was struggling for survival. As the firm went into receivership in 1964 a total of 44 Facel 6 cars were built. 35 coupes, 1 Hardtop Soudé (cabriolet with fixed hardtop) and 8 cabriolets.

Technical data

BMC type six cylinder in-line engine
carburettors: 2 S.U.
cylinder capacity: 2860 cc.
capacity: 150 SAE bhp. at 5250 rpm.
top-speed: 195 km/h.
gearbox: 4 speed, manual (Pont à Mousson)
brakes: Dunlop disc brakes all round
weight: 1180 kg.

Information

Facel Vega Facel 6 cabriolet, year 1964. Chassis number A106. Colour blue metallic with a black leather interior. Black carpet and black soft top. This beautiful Facel 6 cabriolet, chassis number A106, is one of the only eight ever built. Only five are still known to exist. A very rare automobile. We found this Facel 6 in France. The owner cherished the car for a very long time. This Facel 6 is in very good condition. To get the excellent rating some details have to be improved. Depending on your wishes we can make a plan to deliver this rare Facel 6 in your preferred condition and to your exact specifications.

This classic car was sold by
Amicale Facel Holland.

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