AC Aceca Bristol
The Aceca was AC's fixed-head coupe companion to their Ace roadster, featuring a beautiful fastback design by John Tojeiro. The Bristol-engined version used the sophisticated BMW-derived 2.0-liter six-cylinder engine from Bristol Cars, along with Bristol's excellent gearbox. This combination provided refined performance and reliability superior to AC's own engine. Hand-built aluminum bodywork over a tubular steel chassis gave the Aceca excellent handling while maintaining light weight. Its rarity and elegant proportions make it highly sought after today.
Very rare with only 169 built. Verify engine and gearbox are original Bristol units. Check aluminum bodywork carefully for repairs and corrosion. Frame should be inspected for cracks and damage. Original Bristol components are difficult to source. Many have been converted to Ford engines - originality is key to value.
169 Aceca Bristol models were built from 1957 to 1963. The Bristol engine was sourced from Bristol Cars, who themselves used BMW-derived engines. Each car was hand-built with aluminum bodywork. Production ended as AC focused on the Cobra.