Alvis reveals Graber Drophead as latest in continuation series

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The modern Alvis will build three continuation cars in 2024, a record for the company.

with a plan to launch “continuation” examples of original pre- and post-war Alvis cars, some of them using parts that have been in storage since the original company folded in 1967.

The latest in Alvis' continuation series is the post-war Graber Drophead convertible, of which just two will be built in 2024. The company will also build a pre-war Lancefield in 2024, making the year a record in terms of production for the modern company.Graber was a Swiss coachbuilder that supplied bodies for Alvis' chassis during the 1950s and '60s, including for the Graber Drophead and Graber Super Coupe.

The engine is mated to a 5-speed manual transmission and can hustle the car to a top speed of 120 mph. According to the company, pre-delivery test drives take place on the same roads around Warwickshire, U.K., that the original Alvis used. For the interior, Connolly leather is used for the trim while wool cloth is used for the headliner of the three-layer convertible top. Should the customer desire, modern amenities like automatic transmissions, power steering, climate control, and audio systems can be fitted.Sign Up Today!

 

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