I first discovered the whereabouts of BEX 366 two and a half years ago.
Last week, after a lengthy period of delicate negotiation the car passed from
its long time custodian into the hands of a new owner, a great AC enthusiast.
BEX 366 was delivered to its first owner Count Schönborn-Buchheim in October
1957. It was the only postwar AC to have been imported new into Austria. Count
Schönborn kept the car in his ownership until March 1963 where upon it was bought by
its second aristocratic owner Count Hoyos. He owned the car until October 1964 when
it was purchased by a young Klaus Klöpfer. Mr Klöpfer was to keep the car for
the next forty nine years!
As found, the car seems to be in remarkably original condition still retaining its original
weather equipment, side screen bag and 16'' wheels. The paintwork was changed from
the original silver to red by Mr Klöpfer but the original paint is still visible in the bonnet and boot shuts.
The interior is still the original light blue and the seat leather is still surprisingly supple.Since 1964 the car has covered just 17 000 kilometers!
The car will be staying in Austria and its new owner will be embarking on a sympathetic restoration including returning the paintwork to its original colour.
Sorry about the rather poor photos but I only had the chance to take a few quick snaps before the car was moved from its former home.
BEX366 Together with her owner for the last 49 years!
The seat leather is still supple but the carpet is showing its age.
The owner moved the ignition switch under the dash due to people switching on the lights when the car was parked.
1989 Autobahn sticker.
Original side screen trimmed in dark blue.
16'' Wheels
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