The Allard M is a sports car manufactured by the British Allard Motor Company between 1947 and 1950. It is considered the first civilised sports car by Allard.[1] Production reached approximately 500.[2]

Allard M
Overview
ManufacturerAllard Motor Company
Also calledAllard M1
Production1947-1950 (500)
Body and chassis
RelatedAllard P1
Powertrain
Engine3.6 L V8
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,844.8 mm (9 ft 4 in)
Length4,648.2 mm (15 ft 3 in)
Width1,803.4 mm (5 ft 11 in)
Kerb weight1,179 kg (2,600 lb)
Chronology
Predecessornone
SuccessorAllard M2

The M is a two-door, four-seater convertible and was marketed at the time as a Drophead Coupé. It is powered by a Ford 3.6 litre (3622 cc) engine. Later models were equipped with a Ford Pilot sourced column shift. Three cars were equipped with fixed head coupé bodywork by various coachbuilders.

References

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  1. ^ Sedgwick, Michael; Gillies, Mark (1993). Pressnell, Jon (ed.). A-Z of cars, 1945-1970 (Rev. pbk. ed.). Bideford, Devon: Bay View Books Ltd. p. 14. ISBN 1870979397.
  2. ^ De la Rive Box, Rob (2006). The complete encyclopedia of sport cars 1945-1975 (4. edition. ed.). Lisse: Robo International. pp. 21. ISBN 9036615151.