Bristol 405 (1955)Calreyn88, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Bristol 405

1955 — United Kingdom

Post-War (1946-1959)Grand TourerBritishMille Miglia EligibleFailed Automotive StartupsOpen-Top Driving
Engine1,971 cc Inline-6 OHV Bristol
Power105 hp
Torque122 lb-ft
Transmission4-speed manual (Bristol)
DrivetrainRWD
Body StyleDrophead Coupe
0–60 mph14.5 sec
Top Speed105 mph

Drophead models significantly rarer and more valuable than saloons. Verify body frame condition – wood rot expensive to repair. Original engine and gearbox essential. Factory records may not exist. Bristol Owners Club provides crucial support network. Budget $8-12K annually for maintenance. Very few come to market – long search expected.