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first series of this type was introduced in 1948. For two years the first series was fabricated alongside the Type 400. First production models were leaving the factory in 1948. A second series was introduced in 1950. The third and final series followed in 1951. Production ceased in 1953. |
page revised 4th May 1998
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Front near side view of a very nicely presented third series 401.
Note
the definition relates to a left hand drive vehicle.
A recognition point
of the Type 401 in its original trim was the Front Grille inserts being
painted Black whilst the surrounds were Chromed. Perhaps not knowing this or
preferring to change the specification some owners have changed this to
feature Silver painted inserts which were the style adopted for the Type 403 or even Chromed inserts which was the style
adopted by the Factory for the Type 400.
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The rear off side view presented 3rd series car which is easily
identified by the rear lights being mounted above and parallel to the
bumper.
Note the definition relates to a left hand drive
vehicle.
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Interior view of the third series car, note - Left hand drive version. Like
the Second Series Type 401 the instruments are Black faced whereas those in
the First Series like the Type 402 are Ivory
coloured.
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This is an example fitted with drophead style coachwork, on a chassis plated
as a Type 401.
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As the cognoscenti will recognize the styling is similar in many respects to
bodies also executed for Alfa Romeo and other customers of that period.
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This picture gives a good view of the symmetrical dash layout.
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This example has been resprayed it was originally the unit painted with a
Black Roof and a White or Ivory Body. It went direct from Switzerland to
Ceylon and spent many years there, before finally being brought for the
first time to Britain. It has since been refurbished and repainted two tone
with a Pale Grey Roof and Emerald Green Body.
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