Allard M2
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ManufacturerAllard Motor Company
Production1951 (M2)
1951-1952 (M2X)
1951-1952 (M2X)
Engine3.6 L V8
4.4 L V8 (M2X only)
4.4 L V8 (M2X only)
Wheelbase2,844.8 mm (112 in)
| Allard M2 / M2X | |
|---|---|
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Allard Motor Company |
| Production | 1951 (M2) 1951-1952 (M2X) |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 3.6 L V8 4.4 L V8 (M2X only) |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,844.8 mm (112 in) |
| Length | 4,724.4 mm (186 in) |
| Kerb weight | 998 kg (2,200 lb) |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Allard M |
The Allard M2 is a sports car manufactured by the British Allard Motor Company during 1951 and replaced the M. The M2 was often called "the Whale" due to its new front design featuring an "A" grille and large one-piece bonnet and integrated wings.[1] Only seven were built before it was replaced at the end of 1951 by the M2X.
Launched in 1951 to replace the M, the new M2 was not well received and only seven were sold. The M2 is a two-door, four-seater convertible, powered by the same Ford 3.6 litre (3622 cc) engine as the precious M. The M2 is equipped with a three-speed gearbox, and could reach a top speed of 85 mph.[2] The body is constructed with aluminium panels.