Equipment
Painted wire wheels, Avon radial tires. Represented as matching numbers and as-delivered.
Condition
Restored like new a while ago, then lightly used and well maintained. Good paint and chrome. Seats show use and age with a pleasing patina. Underbody is nearly like new, engine is sharp and clean.
Market commentary
This Aceca would look so much better in its original Bright Blue color, particularly with the blue piping on the seats. That doesn't account for it falling short of reserve here, however, but rather an oversight on the part of the bidders, who should have been all over Bonhams after it crossed the block to negotiate a deal close to the reported high bid.