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1951 Allard K2

1951 Allard K2

1951 Allard K2

When Sidney Allard fit the Cadillac V8 into his own J2 Roadster he created the first K2. That first car was immediately put into competition as a road-going version of the J2 race cars.

The K2 came standard with a Ford V8, but Chrysler, Mercury and Oldsmobile were also fitted. The model was introduced in 1950 and nearly 120 cars were produced over a two year period.

In Detail

submitted by Richard Owen
type Series Production Car
built at England
production 119
engine Cadillac V8
position Front, Longitudinal
aspiration Natural
valvetrain Pushord OHV, 2 Valves per Cyl
fuel feed 2 4-Barrel Carburetors
displacement 5424 cc / 331 in³
power 119.3 kw / 160 bhp
specific output 29.5 bhp per litre
body / frame Aluminum over Steel Chassis
front brakes Drums
rear brakes Drums
f suspension Split Axle
r suspension de Dion-Type Axle
transmission 3-Speed Manual

Auction Sales History

1951 Allard K2

1951 Allard K2 Roadster – sold for $95,000 1 of 119 built. Left Hand Drive. 331 CI Cadillac V-8 engine. Two 4-barrel carburetors. Completely rebuilt suspension and transmission. Original 3-speed was rebuilt with all NOS parts. Original Marles steering box was sent to England to be rebuilt. Excellent cosmetics. Full tune-up and new plugs. Overhauled rear end. Rebuilt water pump. 4-wheel hydraulic drum brakes. Cast aluminum knock-off wheels. British Racing Green with Black interior.
Auction Source: The Daytime Auction in Monterey by Mecum
1951 Allard K2

1951 Allard K2 Roadster 91K1804 – sold for $104,500

Strikingly finished in British Racing Green with a black interior, this original left-hand drive example is fitted with a large hood dome providing clearance for the massive carburetors, two low-cut “Brooklands” windscreens, a Le Mans-style hood strap and cast-aluminum “knock-off” wheels. The current owner acquired it in August 2006, with the K2 having already been restored, and it has been regularly exercised since then. When a Texan purchased it in 1980 from a California enthusiast, it was understood that this K2 had some past West Coast racing history. Equally suitable for shows and vintage racing events, this Allard K2 is a splendid example of Sidney Allard’s legendary Anglo-American hybrids with its unique styling and downright brutal performance.

Auction Source: 2011 Monterey Auction by RM

1951 Allard K2

1951 Allard K2 Roadster 1808 – sold for $121,000

Strikingly finished in red and fitted with beige leather upholstery, this 1951 Allard K2 has been fully restored. It retains the original, racing-specification 1951 Oldsmobile V-8 engine, which was bored to 330 cubic inches and fitted with an Edmunds dual two-barrel intake manifold. In addition, the transmission is the original Allard-installed circa-1950 Mercury unit, with overdrive. Among its many desirable features, other highlights include a set of chrome “knock off” wire wheels, Brooklands-type windscreens, a tachometer and a “banjo” steering wheel. Suitable for shows or vintage race outings, this Allard K2 is a splendid example of Sidney Allard’s legendary Anglo-American hybrids, with unique styling and fearsome performance.

Auction Source: 2011 Amelia Island Auction by RM Auctions

1951 Allard K2

1951 Allard K2 Roadster 1808 – did not sell for $90,000

trikingly finished in red and fitted with beige leather upholstery, this 1951 Allard K2 was fully restored. It retains the original, racing-specification 1951 Oldsmobile V8 engine, which was bored to 330 cubic inches and topped by an Edmunds intake manifold mounting a pair of two-barrel carburetors. The transmission is the proper factory-installed circa-1950 Mercury unit with overdrive. Among its many desirable features, other highlights include a set of chrome knock-off wire wheels, sporting Brooklands-type windscreens, a tachometer and a “banjo” steering wheel. Suitable for vintage race outings or shows, this Allard K2 is a splendid example of Sidney Allard’s legendary Anglo-American hybrids.

Auction Source: 2010 Vintage Cars of Meadow Book by RM