The miracle isn’t just in the car – though it’s stunning – but in the fact that this car you see painted in a brilliant tan and bronze color was once a complete wreck. If you have 10 minutes to spare, we recommend this article dedicated to the extensive restoration work done on this car.

And if we delve into the historical context, this car was highly significant in terms of automotive design. It’s said to have started a trend, namely the curved grille to facilitate airflow over the front, a design that seems to have influenced an entire generation of cars, including those in Europe.

Going into more detail about this particular model, it’s believed that only 522 of these two-door cars were produced back then, and only 4 are known to be in circulation today. The seller has posted a lengthy and detailed description that, when combined with the in-depth article mentioned earlier, provides anyone interested with a comprehensive view of both the model and the massive restoration work carried out. Find it for sale here in Rancho Palos Verdes, CA.