1962 Lagonda Rapide

4dr Sedan

6-cyl. 3995cc/236hp 2bbl

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#2 Excellent condition#2 Excellent
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$122,000*

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1961-1964 Lagonda Rapide stats
Highest sale
$255,834
Lowest sale
$13,200
Most recent sale
$60,216
Sales
18

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Model overview

Model description

Lagonda was founded in 1906 by a Scottish-American named Wilbur Gunn, and the name is actually native American in origin. Lagonda made British luxury cars in competition with Bentley, Rolls Royce and Aston Martin, and the company went through several ups and downs through two world wars and the Great Depression despite building some fantastically designed and styled automobiles. In 1947, the company was finally sold to investor David Brown, who also owned Aston Martin. Lagonda was folded into a new company called Aston Martin Lagonda, and Lagonda provided the engine designs used by Aston for many years.

In 1961, Aston management revived the Lagonda brand with the Rapide sedan. The Rapide shared a front-engine, rear-drive tubular ladder frame platform with the Aston Martin DB4, but featured a longer wheelbase and hand-formed Superleggera lightweight aluminum bodywork designed and created by Touring in Italy. Even with that lightweight design and bodywork, the Rapide weighed in at a solid 3,780 lbs, mostly owing to the heavy steel engine and transmission.

The Rapide received a less powerful version of the same 3995 cc double overhead cam straight-six used in the Aston DB4. The Rapide engine featured dual Solex carburetors to produce 236 hp and 265 lb-ft of torque. Optional triple SU carburetors could boost output to 260 hp. Buyers could choose a four-speed manual transmission or a Borg-Warner three-speed automatic. The majority of Rapide production used the automatic transmission.

The front suspension was a classic British double A-arm independent design, with rack & pinion steering and a sway bar. In the rear, the Rapide used a DeDion swing axle design with torsion bars and trailing arms. Disc brakes were fitted at all four wheels.

The bodywork was quite similar to a DB4, but featured four doors and a distinctive Lagonda vertical grille. The aluminum bodywork gave the Rapide a sleek, sensual look that suggested speed, and the top speed of about 130 mph lived up to the promise.

Inside, the Rapide was a perfect sports-luxury tourer of the era. High quality wood was used throughout, with typical British gauges covering all major functions. A clock and radio were standard, along with leather upholstery and wool carpet. Rear seat passengers had airline-style wooden fold-down tables built into the backs of the front seats.

Over four years of production, just 55 examples of the Rapide sedan were made. All Rapide production was bespoke, and none were made without an order. Seven left-hand drive examples are known to have been. A “shooting brake” station wagon design was also available, but actual production numbers are not known.

The initial purchase price of a Rapide in 1961 was about $13,750, which was well over twice the price of a brand-new E-type Jaguar, and about $3,000 more than the basic DB4 coupe. Rapides almost never come up for sale, but if you’re looking for the car that M would have parked next to James Bond’s Aston Martin, this is it.

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Common Questions

The value of a 1962 Lagonda Rapide can vary greatly depending on its condition, mileage, options, and history. Typically, you can expect to pay around $122,000 for a 1962 Lagonda Rapide in good condition with average spec.

The highest selling price of a 1962 Lagonda Rapide at auction over the last three years was $36,300. The highest prices are usually reserved for rare or exceptionally well-maintained examples with desirable features or modifications and excellent history.

The lowest selling price of a 1962 Lagonda Rapide at auction over the last three years was $36,300. The lowest prices are usually paid for examples that have extensive maintenance needs, differ greatly from their original configuration, or have accident histories or title problems.

In the last three years there have been 1 1962 Lagonda Rapides sold at public auction.

The most recent auction sale of a 1962 Lagonda Rapide was $36,300 on June 10, 2022 by Mecum Auctions.

Many factors can increase a car's value including excellent condition, exceptional originality, a recent restoration, low mileage, unique provenance, desirable options, popular or unique color choices, and excellent maintenance records. Upgrades and modifications that enhance performance or aesthetics can also add value.

Factors that can decrease a car's value include unusually high mileage, poor maintenance history, visible wear and tear, accidents or damage, title issues, and gaps in ownership history. Additionally, less popular color choices and extensive modifications that don't appeal to a broad audience can reduce value.

Mileage plays a significant role in a classic car’s value. Lower mileage usually increases value because it indicates a higher degree of originality, is rarer, and suggests less wear and tear. However, cars with exceptionally low mileage may also have maintenance needs due to lack of use. Whether someone should pay more for a vehicle with lower miles will depend on how they plan on using it, and the vehicle's specific condition.

The value of modified cars differs widely based on the type and quality of modifications. While some modifications can significantly increase value, especially performance enhancements and high-quality custom work, others may not add much or could even detract from the car’s value if they appeal to only a limited audience.

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