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1968 Wolseley Hornet MkIII

Highlights

  • Owner maintained by a mechanic
  • Recent comprehensive service including timing, valves, and carb tuning
  • Garage kept and regularly used
  • Very original and much admired
  • Rare and practical with a charming character

The Appeal

The Mini stole the limelight, but was it really the best use of Issigonis' ingenious front-wheel-drive, A-Series-engined platform? When you look at the Mini's lesser-seen derivatives, there are some compelling reasons to suggest that it wasn't...

The Riley Elf and Wolseley Hornet shared the Mini's brilliant drivetrain and packaging but gained eight and a half inches at the rear to make a more conventional 'three-box' shape -  thus providing a bigger boot. Both received prominent front grilles not dissimilar to the exotic Alfa Romeo Giulietta Sprint Coupé and the interiors were notably upgraded with leather and even a smattering of walnut!

This supremely original 1968 Wolseley has been meticulously maintained by its mechanic owner.

The vendor summarises their ownership:

"Purchased in 2021, used regularly and super reliable. Kept in garage and looked after, recent new battery and engine steady bushes. Much admired and always gets a smile."

If you're looking for a classic Mini, we'd urge you to consider this Wolseley first. This one's very well-sorted, presents beautifully and benefits from MOT, road tax and ULEZ charge exemption.
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History and Paperwork

  • Owner maintained (mechanic)
  • Recent service, timing, valves, oil and filters, carb tuning, and brakes all regularly attended to
  • Purchased in 2021, used regularly and has reportedly proved reliable
  • Kept in garage 
  • Exempt from road tax and MOT
  • ULEZ compliant

The Condition

  • Bodywork and paint in very good order
  • Few small bubbles appearing on the door bottom and bonnet lower edge, but nothing especially worrying
  • Underside has been cleaned and WaxOyl protected
  • Minilite-style alloy wheels in nice condition with no corrosion according to the vendor
  • Interior has a nice patina
  • New red carpets
  • Door cards are in good condition
  • Headlining is in good condition
  • Leather seats have some wear but are eminently serviceable
  • Wooden centre console with fuel, speed, temperature, and oil pressure gauges
  • Fitted with matching inertia seat belts and one belt in the back (was for child seat)
  • USB charger for your phone also fitted
  • Speakers fitted, radio included but not mounted
  • We're informed that the heater is effective, making the cabin nice and cosy
  • The vendor says the headlights work well for night-time driving, something that can't be said of all '60s cars

The Mechanics

  • 998cc A Series l4
  • Four-speed manual
  • The vendor informs us that the mechanics are excellent, the engine runs sweetly and starts first time, never overheats and has good oil pressure
  • We're informed that it is quite nippy and economical
  • Front disc brakes
  • We're informed that the gears all work as they should
  • Recently replaced gearbox mounts, engine steady bushes, and battery
  • Cruises at 60 mph without a fuss - easily keeps pace with the traffic
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Auction Details

  • Year1968
  • MakeWolseley
  • ModelHornet
  • ColourWhite
  • Engine size998cc
  • Seller TypePrivate
  • TownBodmin
  • CountyDevon
  • CountryUnited Kingdom
  • Auction ends

Comments

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tony-bu••••

seller
1 day ago

Obviously it's 4 speed and Bodmin is in Cornwall not Devon! Lovely!

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