Only 23 were built, and a recent survey could only track down 13 of them.
Lead trim: 402 1,971 cc OHV six
Bristol 402402 · 1949–1950
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FactOnly 23 were built, and a recent survey could only track down 13 of them.
The Bristol 402 cabriolet, built alongside the 401 saloon between 1949 and 1950, was made in only 23 examples, which makes it one of the rarest historic cars of its era (in a recent survey 13 of the 23 were accounted for). It used the 401's Carrozzeria Touring-inspired body and 1,971 cc six-cylinder engine, on a 114 in (2,896 mm) wheelbase.
Collectors Spotted in the Bristol 402 Lineage
No member has published a public street spot of the Bristol 402 yet — the First · Worldwide stamp is wide open.
Trims & Figures
One published trim in the catalogue. A blank is a figure not recorded, not zero.
| Trim | Years | Engine | Power | Torque | 0–60 | Drive | Gearbox | MSRP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 402 1,971 cc OHV six | 1949–1950 | 2.0 L Inline-6 | 85 hp | — | — | RWD | — | — |
Owning one
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Owners’ builds
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