Rare Facel Vega FV3B With Kuwaiti Prime Minister Provenance Heads to Lucky Collector Car AuctionsA rare 1958 Facel Vega FV3B Coupe with ties to a former Kuwaiti prime minister is set to cross the auction block, offering collectors an opportunity to acquire one of the marque’s most exclusive grand touring automobiles.Identified as chassis 58265, the vehicle is one of only 90 FV3B models produced during 1957 and 1958. Originally ordered new in France, the car left the factory finished in a sophisticated Grey exterior paired with a Red leather interior, a color combination it continues to wear today.The Facel Vega brand earned a reputation for blending refined European styling with powerful American-sourced engines, creating luxurious high-performance touring cars that appealed to discerning buyers around the world. This FV3B exemplifies that formula, combining elegant design with V8 power.While the car was originally delivered with a rare Pont-à-Mousson manual transmission and a Chrysler Hemi V8 engine, it has since been fitted with a 1970 Chrysler 340-cubic-inch V8 and a three-speed automatic transmission. The modifications reflect a later chapter in the vehicle’s history while preserving its character as a powerful grand touring coupe.The car underwent a restoration in the past and has seen very limited use in recent years. Records indicate it has traveled only six miles over the last 14 years. As a result, the vehicle is expected to require mechanical servicing before returning to regular road use.AdvertisementAdvertisementAdding to its appeal is its documented ownership history. A sales invoice dated December 2008 shows the car was owned by Sheikh Nasser Al-Mohammed Ahmad Al-Sabah, who served as the sixth Prime Minister of Kuwait between 2006 and 2011. That connection provides an additional layer of historical significance to an already uncommon automobile.With its limited production numbers, original factory color scheme, distinctive Franco-American character and notable provenance, the 1958 Facel Vega FV3B stands as a compelling example of postwar luxury motoring and a highly desirable collectible for enthusiasts of rare grand touring cars. See it here.Lucky Collector Car Auctions presents the Spring Classic 2026 Auction. The auction takes place live and online June 6th and 7th at 10 a.m. PST at the LeMay Marymount Event Center. Bidding is available live and online. For more details visit their site.Join our Newsletter, follow our Instagram page, and follow us on Facebook.