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1956 Allard K3
2dr Roadster
8-cyl. 3622cc/95hp 2bbl
#1 Concours condition#1 Concours
#2 Excellent condition#2 Excellent
#3 Good condition#3 Good
$153,000 CAD*
-0.6%
#4 Fair condition#4 Fair
Apr 2025
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1952-1956 Allard K3 stats
Highest sale
$89,844 CAD
Lowest sale
$5,306 CAD
Most recent sale
$39,187 CAD
Sales
508
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Past sales
$59,453 CAD
1953 Allard K3 Base
78727 M
Standard
Europe
Feb 27, 2025Bonhams Cars Online
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$11,815 CAD
1953 Allard K3 Base
19558 K
Standard
Europe
Feb 27, 2025Bonhams Cars Online
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$89,600 CAD
1953 Allard K3 Base
Standard
North America
Aug 15, 2024RM Sotheby's
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$84,000 CAD
1954 Allard K3 Base
70717 M
Standard
North America
Aug 15, 2024RM Sotheby's
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Model overview
Model description
Sydney Allard spent the years preceding World War II, and those that immediately followed, focusing on building an Anglo-American road racer that was serious competition on the track. The apex of his development efforts was the Le Mans-placing J-series cars, which were potent and brutish, sticking with his visionary formula of American V-8 power paired to small British chassis.
Having proven his cars’ abilities on the circuit, Allard turned his attention to more mainstream, roadgoing offerings like his K1 and K2. The K3 was the next evolution of the K-series cars, but it was wholly new upon its 1952 introduction. Built on a 100-inch chassis and wearing a more modern alloy envelope body, the cars were elegant in appearance. Engine options were prolific and included rip-snorting 331-ci V-8s from Cadillac and Chrysler, and Mercury and Ford V-8s as well. Front coil springs and a De Dion rear axle continued from the earlier cars, and made handling assured.
Period road tests were impressed with the car’s performance, as one might expect. Nonetheless, the car construction proved to be expensive and the car’s finish was a little closer to a J2 than a new Austin-Healey or MG. As a result, the firm produced only 63 K3s from 1952 to 1956.
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Common Questions
The value of a 1956 Allard K3 can vary greatly depending on its condition, mileage, options, and history. Typically, you can expect to pay around $7,700 USD for a 1956 Allard K3 in good condition with average spec.
The highest selling price of a 1956 Allard K3 at auction over the last three years was $89,844 CAD. The highest prices are usually reserved for rare or exceptionally well-maintained examples with desirable features or modifications and excellent history.
The lowest selling price of a 1956 Allard K3 at auction over the last three years was $5,306 CAD. The lowest prices are usually paid for examples that have extensive maintenance needs, differ greatly from their original configuration, or have accident histories or title problems.
In the last three years there have been 402 1956 Allard K3s sold at public auction.
The most recent auction sale of a 1956 Allard K3 was $39,187 CAD on April 21, 2025 by Hagerty Marketplace.
Many factors can increase a car's value including excellent condition, exceptional originality, a recent restoration, low mileage, unique provenance, desirable options, popular or unique color choices, and excellent maintenance records. Upgrades and modifications that enhance performance or aesthetics can also add value.
Factors that can decrease a car's value include unusually high mileage, poor maintenance history, visible wear and tear, accidents or damage, title issues, and gaps in ownership history. Additionally, less popular color choices and extensive modifications that don't appeal to a broad audience can reduce value.
Mileage plays a significant role in a classic car’s value. Lower mileage usually increases value because it indicates a higher degree of originality, is rarer, and suggests less wear and tear. However, cars with exceptionally low mileage may also have maintenance needs due to lack of use. Whether someone should pay more for a vehicle with lower miles will depend on how they plan on using it, and the vehicle's specific condition.
The value of modified cars differs widely based on the type and quality of modifications. While some modifications can significantly increase value, especially performance enhancements and high-quality custom work, others may not add much or could even detract from the car’s value if they appeal to only a limited audience.