Description
This car is Lot 106 to be auctioned by Bonhams|Cars at Les Grandes Marques du Monde à Paris Sale on 6 February, please see the Bonhams website for full details.
Public Viewing:
Available Tuesday 4 February from 08:00 until 18:00 and Wednesday 5 February from 9 AM - 6 PM, at The Grand Palais Historique, Paris.
Lot 106
1967 Peugeot 404 Cabriolet
Registration no.
Chassis no. 6801707
Delivered new in France
Fitted with the desirable injection
Sought-after second series
With its previous owners for 35 years
French registration document
The 404 Cabriolet, unveiled at the 1961 Paris Motor Show, represents Peugeot's stylistic renaissance. Through a renewed collaboration with the Turin-based coachbuilder Pininfarina, who had previously worked on the 403, the model showcases a refined, elegant, and dynamic body, elevating the 404 Cabriolet to the ranks of the most stunning French cars of the 1960s.
Beyond its beautifully sculpted lines, the 404 Cabriolet distinguishes itself as one of the rare convertibles to offer four genuine seats. While it clearly shares a family resemblance with the saloon, it is far more exclusive, easily holding its own against the great Italian sports cars of the period. Produced directly by Pininfarina, it commanded a price nearly double that of the saloon and bears a striking resemblance to the Ferrari 250 GT in its elegant design.
Produced in 10, 389 units between 1962 and the end of 1968, the 404 Cabriolet retains the saloon's interior ergonomics, mechanical durability, and excellent road-handling characteristics. In terms of design, it proudly showcases Italian influences. The second series, introduced in June 1966, is particularly sought after. It is distinguished by a redesigned grille with two long-range iodide headlights, enlarged front indicators, a modified lower front skirt, and a three-dial dashboard. The model also features a new hood with a larger rear window and a rear anti-roll bar. The most desirable version is the one equipped with the original fuel injection system.
First registered on 22nd September 1967, this Cabriolet was acquired in 1982 by its previous owner, who kept it safely stored in his sister's garage from 1984, only bringing it out again in 2017 for an auction, where it was acquired by its current Spanish owner. It is accompanied by its original registration document from 1984 as well as the 2017 public sale certificate. This car requires recommissioning before any use after a long period of static display.
All lots are sold 'as is/ where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding. Visit the Bonhams|Cars website for all pertinent auction information.
