1936 Austin Seven Ulster Replica
Highlights
- Well-executed Ulster replica by Rod Yates Coachbuilder
- Finished to a very high standard and beautifully presented
- Accompanied by a substantial history file
The Appeal
Dubbed the ‘Ulster’ in recognition of its remarkable success at Northern Ireland’s Ards Circuit in the RAC Tourist Trophy, the long-tailed, aluminium-bodied Austin Seven EA Sports was both campaigned by the factory and made available to for privateers to purchase.
Ulsters continue to be a regular sight at historic races and trials events, and there have been several high-quality replicas available over the years, like this Rod Yates coachbuilt example. Based upon a 1936 Ruby, it’s been painstakingly converted to period-correct Ulster specification and finished to an exemplary standard.
The vendor informs us that that car is in rude health following an extensive mechanical rebuild, and we’re informed that it drives very well indeed.
The History and Paperwork
- 1936 Autin Ruby donor car - reg. ‘AMG 732’
- Registered correctly with the DVLA and issued a new V5C logbook
- Exempt from road tax and MOT testing
- Running gear, engine, gearbox, electrics, brakes and body all fitted by Tim Wellock of Vintage & Sports Car
- Accompanied by a copy of Doug Woodrow’s ‘Austin Seven Manual’, the Pitman Motorist’s Library ‘The Book of the Austin Seven and Eight’ and a collection of other miscellaneous literature
- Numerous invoices from The Seven Workshop and other marque specialists
- 3,148 miles indicated
The Condition
- Rod Yates aluminium body shell, rear body stiffener, wings, louvered bonnet and dashboard
- Chassis and wheels shot blasted and powder coated in black
- The wheels have been re-spoked
- Steering column relocated using the ‘Ulster Wedge’
- Inner-tube-type Armstrong tyres
- The red paintwork is glossy and well-finished
- No indication of damage or corrosion to the bodywork and chassis
- The paint appears free from notable imperfections
- Very smart brightwork
- New seats and backrest by Crewkerne Upholstery
- New Brooklands-type screens fitted
- Rebuilt speedometer and tachometer by Speedy Cables
- New water temperature and oil temperature gauges
- We understand that the electrics and instrumentation are in good working order apart from the petrol gauge which is fitted but not connected
- New six-volt headlamps and sidelights
- Indicators fitted
The Mechanics
- 747 cc four-cylinder engine
- Four-speed manual gearbox with remote change fitted
- The engine was rebuilt by Tim Wellock
- New brake linings and cables
- New Rod Yates radiator
- Crankshaft reground with white metal bearings
- New pistons and rings
- Reground head
- ¼ SU carburettor fitted
- New clutch
- New four-branch exhaust and fish-tail silencer
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Vehicle specification
- Year 1936
- Make Austin
- Model Ruby
- Colour Red
- Odometer 3 Miles
- Engine size 747
Listing Details
- Seller Type Private
- Town Yeovil
- Location Somerset
- Country United Kingdom
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