Berliet Dauphine 11 CV VIRL '34

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  Rare and largely original 1934 example

  
  


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  Classic French 11CV styling typical of the 1930s

  
  


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  Mechanically complete; engine runs but requires tuning and work

  
  


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  Largely authentic, unrestored vehicle

  
  


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  Comes with Belgian registration documents

  
  

The Berliet VIRL 11CV Dauphine from 1934 represents a fine example of French interwar automotive design. Although Berliet is best known for trucks and military vehicles, the company also produced elegant passenger cars. The 11CV is one of the rarer surviving models, featuring body lines characteristic of French engineering of its era.

This example remains in a largely original and unrestored condition, with many authentic components still present. Paintwork and body show age-related wear, and while the engine runs, it requires tuning and further attention.

Oldtimerfarm’s inspection team has compiled the following report.

Technical data

Make: Berliet
Model: VIRL 11CV Dauphine
Year: 1934
Engine: 1,990 cc
Transmission: Manual
Color: Bordeaux
Mileage: 100,960 (indicated)
Chassis number: 142543
Steering: Left-hand drive
Documents: Belgian registration papers

Condition & notes

Restoration & originality

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  Partially in need of restoration.

  
  


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  Mostly unrestored, authentic example.

  
  

Body & paint

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  Repainted; signs of use.

  
  


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  Attention points:

  
  
  
  
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    Damaged windshield rubber

    
    
  
  
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    Filler detaching under the grille

    
    
  
  
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    Normal age-related paint wear

    
    
  
  
  
  

Underside

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  Original; welding required.

  
  


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  Cracks in chassis crossmember connection.

  
  


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  Wood structure in moderate condition.

  
  

Tyres

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  Good tread but old (2003).

  
  

Interior & soft top

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  Original interior with wear.

  
  


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  Soft top aged and dry but usable.

  
  


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  Carpets show use.

  
  

Chassis number

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  Original and legible (engine bay, left side).

  
  

Engine bay & engine

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  Older restoration.

  
  


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  Engine:

  
  
  
  
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    Oil leak

    
    
  
  
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    Runs but needs adjustment

    
    
  
  
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    Leaking coolant hose

    
    
  
  
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    Blow between manifold and exhaust

    
    
  
  
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    Does not idle without choke

    
    
  
  
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    Carburettor requires tuning

    
    
  
  
  
  

Fluids & maintenance

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  Well maintained per last check.

  
  

Battery

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  In good order.

  
  

Clutch & gearbox

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  Both function correctly.

  
  

Brakes

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  Repairs required (poor braking right front and left rear).

  
  

Electrical system

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  Dashboard operational.

  
  


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  Horn inoperative.

  
  


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  Vehicle does not charge.

  
  

Lights

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  Repair required.

  
  


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  No front position lights.

  
  


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  Indicators connected to light switch.

  
  

Axles & suspension

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  Repair required; play in both front kingpins.

  
  

Documentation

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  Belgian registration papers

  
  

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Useful videos:

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  Warranty – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mv9nimvtu8M

  
  


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  Classic car odometers (km/miles) – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j-sd5QJg5po

  
  


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  Buying procedure – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NNc9Ag1mDPQ