Darracq Collection

Advert, Coxeter & Sons Ltd, Oxford
Advert, Coxeter & Sons Ltd, New Road Motor Works, Oxford Date: 1907

French racing driver Louis Wagner in his Darracq, Coppa Florio, Brescia, Italy, 1905

Mr Fords arrival at the Hippodrome in 15 hp Darracq car
Mr A. Ford appearing in the arena of the London Hippodrome where he finally came to a stop after completing a record-breaking non-stop drive of 2, 390 miles between Liverpool, Brighton

Sir Malcolm Campbell in first Blue Bird, a Darracq
Sir Malcolm Campbell at the wheel of his first Blue Bird, a Darracq. 1912

Darracq, Barras at 1904 Ostend Speed Trials. Creator: Unknown
Darracq, Barras at 1904 Ostend Speed Trials

Darracq 200hp V8, Lee Guinness. Creator: Unknown
Darracq 200hp V8, Lee Guinness

Darracq, Kenelm Lee Guinness at 1905 Ostend Speed trials. Creator: Unknown
Darracq, Kenelm Lee Guinness at 1905 Ostend Speed trials

Darracq 200bhp V8, Kenelm Lee Guinness at 1906 Ostend Speed Trials. Creator: Unknown
Darracq 200bhp V8, Kenelm Lee Guinness at 1906 Ostend Speed Trials

1912 Blue Bird Darracq, Malcolm Campbell and Godfrey Waters. Creator: Unknown
1912 Blue Bird Darracq, Malcolm Campbell and Godfrey Waters

Darracqs at 1902 Bexhill speed trials. Creator: Unknown
Darracqs at 1902 Bexhill speed trials

1904 Darracq driven by Duray. Creator: Unknown
1904 Darracq driven by Duray

1905 Darracq 200hp V8, Algernon Lee Guinness. Creator: Unknown
1905 Darracq 200hp V8, Algernon Lee Guinness

Pierre-Alexander Darracq, French automobile manufacturer, 1901. Artist: Emile Cohl
Pierre-Alexander Darracq, French automobile manufacturer, 1901. Darracq (1855-1931) was one of the first to plan the mass production of motor vehicles

De Dietrich, Rolls Royce Silver Ghost, Darracq cars
Three cars and their chauffeurs outside a garage. From left to right: De Dietrich, Rolls Royce Silver Ghost, Darracq. Two of the cars have Kent registration numbers. circa 1910

CM21 7872 1903, Darracq
1903, Darracq, London to Brighton Veteran Car run, 5th November, 2017, 5th November, 2017, 2017, antique, auto, automobiles, automotive, autos, Bonhams, Brighton, Britain, car, cars, Classic

Darracq Vintage Car, England. Date: 1910s

Darracq Vintage Car / Landaulet, Britain
Darracq Vintage Car/Landaulet, Britain. Date: 1900s

Darracq 10-12 Vintage Car / Voiture Ancienne, England
Darracq 10-12 Vintage Car/Voiture Ancienne, England. Date: 1920s

Darracq Vintage Car - Voiture
Darracq Vintage Car/Voiture, England. Showing Actress Miss Kitty Gordon and Captain Henry Beresford 1900s

Darracq Vintage Car, Staffordshire, England. Date: 1900s

1911 Darracq Vintage Car, Kings Lynn, England
1911 Darracq Vintage Car, Kings Lynn, Norfolk, England. Date: 1910s

Autocar Poster -- speed record on Saltburn Sands
Autocar Poster -- Sir Algernon Guinness setting a new speed record of 120 mph on Saltburn Sands in a 200 hp Darracq car. Date: 1908

CM19 7911 1903, Darracq
1903, Darracq, Brooklands Double Twelve, Motorsport Festival, Vintage Sports Car Club, VSCC, 17th June 2017, 110th Anniversary, Chris McEvoy, cjm-photography, classic cars, historic cars, nostalgia

Tourist Trophy Race
September 1906: Darracq and Girling in the Tourist Trophy Race on the Isle of Man. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

CM6 0619 Darracq
Darracq, VSCC Pomeroy Trophy 2015. Chris McEvoy, cjm-photography, classic cars, historic cars, nostalgia, Pomeroy trophy, retro, Silverstone, sports cars, vintage cars, VSCC

Pierre-Alexander Darracq (1855-1931), French automobile manufacturer. One of the first to plan mass production of motor vehicles

Darracq 40 / 60 France
Darracq 40/60 France

Darracq Motorcar in the London to Brighton Rally, 1948
Photograph showing Mr. R.D. Gregory driving his 1904 15-h.p. Darracq car up Brixton Hill, during the Royal Automobile Clubs veteran car run from London to Brighton, 14th November 1948

The New Darracq motor car engine
A unique (and unsuccessful) engine with a single rotating cylindrical sleeve to induct and remove gases. It should have been smooth and silent but was perhaps too wacky to succeed

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"Darracq: A Legacy of Speed and Elegance" Step into the world of Darracq, where speed meets sophistication. From its humble beginnings as an advertisement for Coxeter & Sons Ltd in Oxford, this iconic brand has left an indelible mark on the automotive industry. De Dietrich's collaboration with Darracq resulted in the creation of legendary cars like the Rolls Royce Silver Ghost. These vehicles embodied luxury and power, captivating enthusiasts worldwide. In 1905, French racing driver Louis Wagner showcased his prowess behind the wheel of a Darracq at the Coppa Florio in Brescia, Italy. The crowd was mesmerized by his skill and the car's exceptional performance. The arrival of Mr. Ford at the Hippodrome in a 15 hp Darracq car marked a turning point in automotive history. This event paved the way for future innovations that would revolutionize transportation as we know it today. Sir Malcolm Campbell took center stage when he unveiled his first Blue Bird - a magnificent creation born from a Darracq chassis. With this vehicle, he shattered numerous land speed records and solidified his place among motorsport legends. From Ostend to Bexhill, Darracqs dominated speed trials across Europe. Whether it was Lee Guinness piloting a powerful 200hp V8 or Kenelm Lee Guinness pushing boundaries with daring feats at Ostend Speed Trials, these machines proved their mettle time and again. The year 1912 witnessed another milestone as Malcolm Campbell joined forces with Godfrey Waters to unleash their Blue Bird upon eager spectators. The sight of this majestic vehicle roaring down tracks left audiences awestruck. Throughout its rich history, countless unknown creators have contributed to shaping these masterpieces on wheels – capturing both beauty and raw power within each design. Dive into nostalgia as you envision Duray maneuvering through streets in his timeless 1904 Darracq, leaving onlookers in awe of its elegance.