Buick V8-Powered 1955 AC Ace Special

This distinctive 1955 AC Ace Special is powered by a robust Buick V8 engine, setting it apart from the approximately 220 examples built with an inline-six. Initially purchased new by the American AC importer Joseph "Hap" Dressel in 1955, the vehicle participated in the grueling 12 Hours of Sebring race in 1956, finishing fourth in its class under Dressel and his partner William Woodbury's skilled hands. Currently, this historic machine resides in Emeryville, California, sporting an exterior that embodies the automotive style of the early '50s, while its powerful engine represents a unique deviation from the typical AC Ace lineup.

Last bid: $165,000