Elegance from Suresnes: Talbot-Lagos at Aguttes in Autoworld Brussels

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On October 11, the French auction house Aguttes will hold an interesting sale at the majestic Autoworld in Brussels. Among the highlights of the catalog is a fine selection of Talbot-Lago automobiles – elegant French thoroughbreds from the brand’s golden years.

For those less familiar with Talbot-Lago: the marque was born in 1934/1935, when Italian engineer Antonio Lago took over Automobiles Talbot S.A. in Suresnes following the collapse of STD Motors (Sunbeam-Talbot-Darracq). Under his leadership, Talbot grew into a producer of luxurious sports cars and refined saloons, often delivered as rolling chassis to be clothed by the great French coachbuilders. While the name Talbot-Lago is often associated with racing cars or the flamboyant Teardrop coupés, the brand also built elegant touring cars for the affluent clientele of the day – as proven by the cars crossing the block in Brussels.

1934 Talbot T150 Tourer by Chapron

One of the very first T150s – presented in 1934, before the Talbot-Lago name appeared – and the only example fitted with Chapron’s rare Tourer bodywork. Rediscovered in 1996 and fully restored; despite an engine change in 1961, it remains an iconic and highly desirable collector’s car.

1936 Talbot-Lago T120 Baby

Under Lago’s ownership, the T120 debuted with a 3-litre 6-cylinder engine and a light chassis – embodying Talbot’s sporting reputation. This example, restored thirty years ago and in the same hands since 2015, remains in fine condition and requires only recommissioning.

1937 Talbot-Lago T15 Cadette

The oldest known T15 in existence, built in 1936 and registered as a 1937 model. An elegant 4-door saloon with an engine rebuilt in 2002, covering 12,000 km since. With original interior and rich history, it is a rare and impressively preserved survivor.

1939 Talbot-Lago T120 Major

A stylish aubergine-coloured Major with the longer wheelbase that gave the model its name. Delivered new in Geneva and since cherished by only five owners. Fully restored in the 1980s and still in excellent condition; the 6-cylinder engine requires only a restart and service.

This fine selection proves that Talbot-Lago was not only the marque of elite 1930s racing and flamboyant coupés, but also a builder of refined automobiles that still exude class and desirability today.

Text by Laurens Klein

Details:

• AUTOWORLD | Auction & Motion – Classic Cars by Aguttes
• Date: Saturday, October 11, 2025, 3:00 PM
• Location: Autoworld, Brussels, Belgium
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