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Alvis Car and Engineering Alvis Firebird

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The Alvis Firebird was a British touring car made between 1935 and 1939 by Alvis Ltd in Coventry. Developed from the Alvis Firefly, 449 Firebirds were produced, as a two-door Tourer, a 2+2 sports tourer, a two-door drophead Coupé, and a four-door Saloon. Powered by an 1842 cc 4-cylinder overhead-valve Alvis engine, it had an aluminium body on an ash wood frame. As with other Alvis cars, the Firebird was built as a rolling chassis then sent to the coachbuilders Cross & Ellis, to be finished to the customer's requirements, so all Alvis Firebirds are different. The Firebird had an all-synchromesh gearbox, and the chassis was lubricated by grease nipples under the bonnet. In 1939 World War II halted Alvis car production to make aircraft engines, and a German Luftwaffe bomb destroyed the Alvis …

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About the Alvis Car and Engineering Alvis Firebird

Body type: coupe · segment C
Max engine: 1.8 L

Overview

The Alvis Car and Engineering Alvis Firebird is a coupe. Across the range you'll find engines up to 1.8 L.

Trim-level specifications for the Alvis Car and Engineering Alvis Firebird aren't listed yet. See the overview above, or browse more Alvis Car and Engineering models.

Frequently asked questions

What kind of car is the Alvis Car and Engineering Alvis Firebird?

The Alvis Car and Engineering Alvis Firebird is a coupe, classified in segment C.

What engine options does the Alvis Car and Engineering Alvis Firebird have?

The Alvis Car and Engineering Alvis Firebird has been offered with engines up to 1.8 L. See each trim page for the exact figures.

Does the Alvis Car and Engineering Alvis Firebird have any recalls?

We currently have no U.S. NHTSA recall campaigns on record for the Alvis Car and Engineering Alvis Firebird, but always check official sources for the latest safety information.