Description
This lot will be auctioned via Iconic Auctioneers, The Classic Sale at the Warwickshire Event Centre on Saturday the 7th of December, Warwickshire Event Centre, CV31 1XN.
Cousins Ailwyn and Frank Smith had founded the Clyno Engineering Company in 1909 for the purpose of marketing an adjustable belt pulley for motorcycle transmissions
After WWI, they commenced production of a Coventry Climax-engined light car, the 1. 4-litre 10. 8hp
It was a great success with sales reaching 12, 000 annually by 1926/ 27, making them the UK's third largest car manufacturer
First registered in 1927, this example is powered by 1, 368cc four-cylinder side-valve Coventry-Climax 'Model F' fitted with a Cox Atmos carburettor and a 3-speed gearbox
Only two owners since the early 1950s undergoing a full restoration including engine rebuild by its previous keeper
Finished in pastel blue with black arches, weather covers and hood over black leather interior and grey carpets
VSCC-eligible and ideal for shows, rallies, or adding to a Collection of pre-war Tourers
