Pictures with a question - the restoration of a 1931 Delage

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Hidden in a "shed" which was actually more like a lean-to, this car was found. A 6 cylinder 1931 Delage. Love at first sight! But it was certainly not in the state as shown in the photographs. Herman, the current owner of the car decided to talk to Carrosseriebouw Jansen. He is a specialist in coachbuilts and made drawings of what this “barnfind” would have looked like. Together they made a plan of the work that had to be undertaken to be able to get the Delage back on the road.

A crucial part missing...

Then the actual restoration began. Starting with the design and shaping of the wooden panels. They are now two years into the restoration. The work is going well. However, there is a crucial part missing! Which – until now – they have not been able to find. The cylinder head. Therefore we would like to ask for your help. We are looking for a cylinder head for a 1931 Delage D6, or another one that would fit.

Is there anyone who can help Herman? Do you have a spare one or do you know where he can find one? Recommendations of companies that can help to create a new one are also welcome. For when he is unable to find one in the near future.

Almost all other parts are made or restored. Herman would like to have the car on the road as soon as possible. He just came back from the "Peaks of the Adriatic " rally he drove with his Morgan. One day he hopes to do something similar with the Delage!

Please comment below or contact, Herman Jacobs directly if you can help with the missing cylinder head. Your help would be greatly appreciated!

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