Unicorn on Catawiki: Kaiser Darrin from 1954

by Catawiki Nov 16, 2017, 21:09 am 0 Votes

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Kaiser Darrin roadster from 1954. One of the first cars with fiberglass, Created by Howard Darrin, a famous American designer. Only 430 copies built. Luxury car that pretended to compete with the European sports cars of the time. Another of its peculiarities was that the opening of the doors is sliding.

It is a good base for a restoration. White color, black interior. Sound chassis and bodywork, 2.6 6 cylinder engine correct to restore. Has US documentation and Italian customs clearance receipt. Please check if the vehicle can be registered in your country. This car can be viewed and picked up in Magione, Italy.

(We leave you Video at the end with a restored example 😉

Estimated Price: € 43500.00

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