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1936 MG VA Saloon - Olympia Motor Show Car - SOLD

SOLD

1936 MG VA Saloon - Significant History- Olympia Motor Show Car

Introduced for 1937, the VA series - or One and a Half Litre as it was officially known, was to be the replacement for the NB Series Magnette. Powered by a twin carburettor version of the Wolseley 12/ 48 engine, the MG VA was available in Tourer, Saloon and Drop Head Coupe versions.

Presented for sale here is ...

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: 7 May 2019

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1936 Railton Straight Eight Special - SOLD

SOLD

1936 Railton Straight Eight Special

The Railton marque was founded in 1933 by Noel Macklin, following his sale of the Invicta company. The business operated from The Fairmile Engineering Company in Cobham, Surrey, with input from Reid Railton, who was famed for his designing of a number of World speed record cars.

The first new car to be produced was the Railton Terraplane, ...

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: 5 May 2019

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1937 Riley 12/4 Kestrel - SOLD

SOLD

1937 Riley 12/ 4 Kestrel

Continuing the streamline theme, which Riley had established with the introduction of the Kestrel at the 1932 Motor Show, the body style was revised with the new ‘six light’ model which was introduced late in 1935, for the 1936 season.

Low, sleek and looking elegant from every angle, the Kestrel was one of the best looking sporting saloons of ...

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: 1 May 2019

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1961 Fiat 500D one of the very best available - SOLD

SOLD

Without a doubt, one of the most loved and iconic small cars, the Fiat 500 (the replacement for the original Topolino) enjoyed a production run of 18 years during which time 3. 9 million were produced. This diminutive car is as symbolic of Italy as the Morris Minor is to the UK.

The 500 D model was produced between 1960-65 and featured an uprated engine, now displacing 499cc producing 18 ...

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: 29 Apr 2019

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1936 Riley 12/4 Merlin Saloon - Price adjusted - SOLD

SOLD

1936 Riley 12/ 4 Merlin Saloon

Introduced late 1935 with an all steel body, of similar shape to the Falcon - the Merlin was to be targeted at the family motorist seeking a quality mid-sized car. The 9hp version was intended to replace the long standing Monaco being priced at £269. A 12/ 4 Model was also listed and both models were to prove very popular.

This example, finished ...

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: 24 Apr 2019

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1930 Austin 7 Boat Tail Two Seater Tourer RESERVED - SOLD

SOLD

1930 Austin 7 Boat Tail Two Seater Tourer

One of the most appealing models of all Austin Sevens must surely be the Boat Tail 2 seater produced from 1929 - 32. Distinctive ‘semi fabric’ styling and a good capacity for luggage along with a price tag of £130 were among the factors that made this model very popular.

This example was restored with a new John Heath body some ...

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: 20 Apr 2019

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1937 MG TA RESERVED - SOLD

SOLD

1937 MG TA

The replacement for the PB Midget came in the form of the new TA in 1936. An evolution of the previous model it was some 3 inches wider in its track and the wheel base was increased by 7 inches giving an improved ride and more room in the cockpit.

The enginge was now a push-rod unit, of Wolseley 10 origin fitted with twin SU carburettors and displacing 1. 3 litres. ...

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: 3 Apr 2019

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1935 Morris Eight Pre-series 2 seat tourer -totally restored - SOLD

SOLD

1935 Morris Eight Pre-Series Two Seat Tourer - One of the best available

Introduced late 1934 the Morris 8 featured an up to the minute specification which included hydraulic brakes. Available in 2 and 4 door saloon and 2 and 4 seat tourer versions, the Morris was to prove one of the most successful small British cars of all time.

This example is in exceptional order throughout ...

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: 20 Mar 2019

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1935 Austin Seven Pearl Cabriolet - early 'AC' model - SOLD

SOLD

1935 Austin Seven Pearl Cabriolet - early 'AC' model

Based on the Ruby, which appeared in August 1934, the Pearl Cabriolet was an attractive and versatile model which offered the convenience and comfort of a saloon, but with an opening roof which could be easily operated and used in either half way or fully open positions.

First registered in December 1935 to a ...

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: 8 Mar 2019

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1958 Rover 75 P4 - Current owner 24 years - much expenditure - SOLD

SOLD

1958 Rover 75 P4

The Rover P4 series appeared in 1949 and was a striking departure from the essentially pre-war style of its predecessor. Running through varoius series and engine sizes until 1964 the Rover P4 was the by-word for quality and luxury and this marque was favoured by politicians and captains of industry for many years.

This extremely smart example of the Rover ...

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: 25 Feb 2019

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1960 MGA MK1 1600 Roadster - Superb Example - SOLD

SOLD

1960 MGA MK1 1600 Roadster - Superb example

One of the best looking sports cars of its era, the MGA featured curvacous styling which won numerous admirers. Representing a major leap forward in design from the TF that it replaced in 1955, the MGA was to prove enormously popular on both sides of the Atlantic. Available in fixed head coupe and roadster forms, the MGA has proved a most ...

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: 19 Feb 2019

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1935 Morris Eight Two Seat Tourer - 2 owners from new - SOLD

SOLD

1935 Morris Eight Two Seat Tourer - 2 owners from new

Making its debut in September 1934, the Morris Eight was to become one of Britain's most loved small cars.

Offered here is one of the most original Morris Eights we have encountered for a long time. A Pre-Series two Seat Tourer, it was first registered in Hampshire on the 17th January 1935 to its first lady owner. ...

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: 18 Feb 2019

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1955 Austin A90 Six Westminster - 2 owners only 67,900 miles - SOLD

SOLD

1955 Austin A90 Six Westminster - 2 owners only 67, 900 miles

Replacing the A70 Hereford model, the new A90 Six Westminster made its debut at the 1954 London Motor Show. The ‘Westminster’ title had previously been applied to a four light version of the mid 1930’s Austin 12/ 4 and Sixteen Six.

Power came from the new 2. 6 litre ‘C’ Series BMC six cylinder engine, ...

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1964 MGB Roadster Mk1 - Iris Blue - many upgrades - SOLD

SOLD

1964 MGB Roadster Mk1

Looking particularly striking in the correct period MG colour of Iris Blue, this MGB Roadster was restored during the 1990s to a very good standard and has the desirable extras of wire wheels and overdrive.

Recent work has included new brake discs and calipers and the fitment of parabolic springs. The hood and tonneau cover are in double duck material ...

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1923 Austin 12/4 two seat Tourer with dickey - SOLD

SOLD

1923 Austin 12/ 4 two seat Tourer with dickey - Coachwork by Mulliner

Probably one of the most widely recognised of Vintage motor cars, due in no small part to the 'Gumdrop' stories for children by Val Biro, the Austin Twelve Four has survived in good numbers by virtue of its sound design and sturdy construction.

This particular 95 year old example is a rarity, ...

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: 29 Jan 2019

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