Description
The Hotchkiss Anjou was a luxury car offered between 1950 and 1954 by the French automaker Hotchkiss. It was an updated version of the 486 and 686/ 866 models which had first appeared in the 1930s and inherited its engines from those cars, although their engines in turn dated back to OHC units introduced in the mid-1920s.
The car was launched in autumn 1950, and during the first year 1, 787 were produced. In 1951 the company produced a further 2, 666. The depressed state of the economy and the government’s punitive taxation policy, especially in respect of larger cars, saw to it that, at least in terms of units produced, 1951 was the car’s best year.
There was a choice of two engine sizes. Most cars were shipped with a four-cylinder ohc 2, 312 cc water-cooled unit with one or, at the customer’s option, two carburettors. However, a longer-nosed version allowed space for the larger ohc six-cylinder 3, 485 cc water-cooled engine that promoted the car into the stratospheric 20CV taxation class, but increased claimed maximum power from 72/ 75 hp to 100/ 125 hp, with a corresponding increase in claimed maximum speed from 130 km/ h (81 mph) to 145 km/ h (90 mph). Sources for the power output vary, possibly according to whether the engine was fed by one or two carburetors.
This fine motor car was aimed at well heeled individuals and attracted the attention of Royalty {King of Belgium} had the same model. Bearing an Art Deco style interior it was considered top of its class in Europe.
For sale is this 1951 Anjou 6 cylinder 3. 5 litre. Presented in dark blue with a fawn interior, it is an absolute eyeful. Sold new in Sweden , it has had only 3 owners and was restored about 4 years ago to an extremely high standard. This fine motor car drives as it should without fuss and is delightful to own.
Supported by several UK clubs, parts supply appears not to be a problem along with good advice and general support. NOVA in place and registration applied for.
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