Description
For sale,
1933 Rolls-Royce 20/ 25 unfinished project.
Original body swept tail
Saloon body by hooper, brand new ash frame since modified to turn into a pickup- see artist line drawing.
Chassis has extensive works by marque specialists Alpine Eagle ltd to include: total engine overhaul inc new pistons, liners, white metal, cam followers, block re-tubed etc. all ancillaries overhauled, brand new exhaust system Engine run on test rig for 30mins only.
Total rear axle rebuild, new bearings, set up and overhaul. New brakes all round. New brake ropes. 4 x rebuilt shock absorbers and links. Front axle total overhaul, new kingpins, bushes, brakes, bearings etc. please note there is a brand new overdrive installed in the chassis- but this will only be included by separate negotiation.
One shot system total overhaul, wiring renewed with correct cloth covered wire. Fusebox and switch box terminated, correct ross courtney fittings and beads.
Refinished bulkhead and fittings. Brand new autovac by bishop grey. Brand new correct rad core. All instruments present. Dashboard ebonised and refurbished. Switchbox overhauled and re-finished. Steering box rig tested and set up. All new steering joints. All new shackle pins, springs all Stripped, re-tempered and rebuilt. Pedal shaft overhauled. Rechromed handbrake and various fittings. Most original hooper fittings present to complete the process. Eternal glass sunvisor, front and rear wings. Running boards, tool boxes etc.
Brand new ash frame by specialists Ashley and james, - this is now modified towards making a pickup in the traditional manner. Front valance and frame covers all straightened and set up. Scuttle panel re-edged and ready to fit. Some planishing and straightening to front wings completed.
Receipts on file to confirm work completed in excess of £80000.
This would be an excellent opportunity to make an open tourer body (or finish the pickup- the body lends itself to the shape) on a restored chassis at a fraction of the restoration cost. My interests have changed and i wish to go VSCC trials and hill climbs- i am open to a p/ x or swap deal for something pre 1930, austin seven chummy/ ulster rep or similar.
Please note there are no V5 documents for this car currently, these should be easily obtainable with the help of the RREC team.