1933 SINGER NINE SPORTS LE MANS** - Lot 97

  2. Calendar
  3. 1933 SINGER NINE SPORTS LE MANS** - Lot 97
  4. Lot n° 97 
Lot n° 97
Go to lot
Estimation :
25000 - 35000 EUR
Register for the sale on drouot.com
1933 SINGER NINE SPORTS LE MANS** - Lot 97
1933 SINGER NINE SPORTS LE MANS** Serial number 48051 Documented history since new Numerous original parts French vehicle registration certificate No Reserve The British manufacturer Singer, based in Coventry, made its mark on the history of endurance racing in the 1930s and 1940s. No fewer than 26 Singer cars competed in the 24 Hours of Le Mans between 1933 and 1949, achieving numerous top finishes in the overall standings as well as on the podiums for the Performance Index and the 1,000- and 1,500-cc classes. Chassis 48051 is listed in the brand’s registry as the second-oldest surviving “Nine Sports.” Its configuration matches the official model driven by Barnes and Langley, which finished 13th overall in the 1933 24 Hours of Le Mans. Delivered new in 1933 to a London physician, the car originally featured a dark green paint scheme with ivory-colored fenders and spoked wheels. In 1940, it became the property of John Henry Dickens and his wife, who used it regularly, including during the war when it was equipped with blackout headlights. Period photographs documenting this time accompany the historical file. In 1962, the vehicle was sold to their neighbor, Peter Jones. He undertook an initial restoration, entrusting the upholstery work to his wife and, in 1965, repainting it a light green paired with ivory-white fenders. In August 1978, the Singer was added to the collections of the Llangollen Motor Museum under the direction of its curator, Alfred Broadhurst. The car was acquired by its next owner in November 1985, when it was imported into France. Its registration in France was facilitated by a written intervention from Jacques Savoye, a long-time importer of Singer automobiles from 1934 to 1963 and a prominent figure in the Chambre Syndicale des Importateurs, who officially certified the authenticity of the chassis for its approval by the French Ministry of Mines. The new owner then undertook a complete restoration, applying an ivory body color and apple-green fenders—both colors matching the original color chart. Between the late 1980s and the 2010s, the couple who owned the car participated in nearly 200 events, rallies, and concours d’élégance across Europe (Le Mans, Coventry, Stamford, Brussels, the Netherlands). To ensure reliability during this frequent use, several repairs and technical upgrades were carried out over the years. The major modification involves the removal of the original 972 cm³ Singer engine with an overhead camshaft, which was replaced by an original Morris engine block modified to fit in its place. The original Singer powertrain, however, has been retained and will be included with the car upon sale. The vehicle changed hands one last time in 2018. Having seen little use in recent years, this cycle-car—preserved in good overall cosmetic condition—will require a routine mechanical overhaul before returning to the road. It is offered complete with its soft top. This 1933 Singer Nine Sports Le Mans represents a rare opportunity to acquire a cycle car eligible for the most prestigious historic events. Recognized as the second-oldest recorded example of its kind, this British-built model boasts a continuous chain of ownership dating back to its origin. 1933 SINGER NINE SPORTS LE MANS Serial number 48051 Documented history since new Numerous original parts French registration certificate The British manufacturer Singer, based in Coventry, made its mark on the history of endurance racing in the 1930s and 1940s. No fewer than 26 cars from the brand competed in the 24 Hours of Le Mans between 1933 and 1949, securing numerous top finishes in the overall standings as well as podium finishes in the Performance Index and the 1,000- and 1,500-cc classes. Chassis 48051 is listed in the brand’s registry as the second-oldest surviving “Nine Sports.” Its configuration matches that of the official model driven by Barnes and Langley, which finished 13th overall in the 1933 24 Hours of Le Mans. Delivered new in 1933 to a London physician, the car originally featured a dark green paint scheme with ivory-colored fenders and spoked wheels. In 1940, it became the property of John Henry Dickens and his wife, who used it regularly, including during the war when it was equipped with blackout headlights (Black-Out). Period photographs documenting this time accompany the historical file. In 1962, the vehicle was sold to their neighbor, Peter Jones. He undertook an initial restoration, entrusting the upholstery work to his wife and applying a light green paint job paired with ivory-white fenders in 1965. In August 1978, the Singer joined the collections of the Llangollen Mot
My orders
Sale information
Sales conditions
Return to catalogue