This 1954 Swallow Doretti (chassis 1055) is one of 276 built and 74 known to remain. This particular car was raced in California from new, and following an extensive and very high end restoration finished in 2008 has since been invited to concours at The Quail, in Carmel and at Pebble Beach. Find it here at Fantasy Junction in Emeryville, California for $185k. Special thanks to BaT reader Kyle K. for the submission.

The ad mentions period race action photography, but we’re unable to find this on the internet. Aluminum bodied over a tubular steel chassis, the car looks to be in outstanding condition and is said to have been restored to “eat-off-of” standards.

Things look equally impressive inside, and sale includes a top and side curtains. Ergonomics and room are said to be much better than was typical for period British sports cars.

Power comes from a factory-fitted Triumph TR2 unit, and restoration included a rebuild with new rings, bearings, valves, guides, cam and more detailed in the ad. The transmission was also opened up and inspected, and the car is said to run and drive very well with minimal miles added since completion of restoration work seven years ago.

We’ve only seen one Doretti in person, but they make quite an impression and are even more attractive in the metal. These come up for sale pretty infrequently, and we may not feature another for several years.