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A collection of images of classic Austin cars, and cars that are likely to become classics, taken at numerous visits to car shows, motoring museums, motoring events and on the road when the opportunity arises.
The Austin Motor Company Limited was a British manufacturer of motor vehicles, founded in 1905 by Herbert Austin in Longbridge. In the First World War Austin made aircraft for the Army and Navy, it was this work which led to the rapid expansion of the company; following the war the company stopped making aircraft. In 1952 it was merged with Morris Motors Limited in the new holding company British Motor Corporation (BMC) Limited, keeping its separate identity. The marque Austin was used until 1987 by BMC's successors British Leyland and Rover Group. The trademark is currently owned by the Chinese firm SAIC Motor, after being transferred from bankrupt subsidiary Nanjing Automotive which had acquired it with MG Rover Group in July 2005.
1900
1907 Austin 30hp Tourer, OA 6030
Image taken at British Motor Museum, Gaydon, Warwickshire, on 10th November 2024.
Vehicle first registered on 1st December 1907.
5278cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
The oldest surviving Austin car.
This 30hp car is the oldest known surviving Austin. Although the company was founded in 1905 and drawings for the proposed 'Austin' were displayed at the 1905 Motor Show, it was not until April 1906 that Herbert Austin drove the first completed car out of his new Longbridge factory in the suburbs of Birmingham.
While Austin's previous car designs, executed for the Wolseley company, had been characterised by transverse engines with horizontal cylinders, the Longbridge cars had vertical in-line engines and shaft drive to a live rear axle soon became standard.
The original model was the 25/30hp which embodied a number of features to be used on the majority of Austin cars until 1914, notable an engine with separately cast cylinders and side valves, forming a T-head where inlet and exhaust valves were on opposite sides of the cylinder.
It is thought that this car was originally the station bus for Birmingham Parks and was converted to an ambulance (possibly during World War One) and for many years served as the Longbridge works ambulance. It then languished for a long time before being finally re-built with this Edwardian-style touring body.
Engine: 4cyl. 5187cc. Top speed: 40mph (64km/h). Power 29 RAC hp. Coachwork: tourer. Price new: £650. Registration mark: OA 6030.
Vehicle first registered on 1st December 1907.
5278cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
The oldest surviving Austin car.
This 30hp car is the oldest known surviving Austin. Although the company was founded in 1905 and drawings for the proposed 'Austin' were displayed at the 1905 Motor Show, it was not until April 1906 that Herbert Austin drove the first completed car out of his new Longbridge factory in the suburbs of Birmingham.
While Austin's previous car designs, executed for the Wolseley company, had been characterised by transverse engines with horizontal cylinders, the Longbridge cars had vertical in-line engines and shaft drive to a live rear axle soon became standard.
The original model was the 25/30hp which embodied a number of features to be used on the majority of Austin cars until 1914, notable an engine with separately cast cylinders and side valves, forming a T-head where inlet and exhaust valves were on opposite sides of the cylinder.
It is thought that this car was originally the station bus for Birmingham Parks and was converted to an ambulance (possibly during World War One) and for many years served as the Longbridge works ambulance. It then languished for a long time before being finally re-built with this Edwardian-style touring body.
Engine: 4cyl. 5187cc. Top speed: 40mph (64km/h). Power 29 RAC hp. Coachwork: tourer. Price new: £650. Registration mark: OA 6030.
1907 Austin 30hp Tourer, OA 6030
Image taken at British Motor Museum, Gaydon, Warwickshire, on 10th November 2024.
Vehicle first registered on 1st December 1907.
5278cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
The oldest surviving Austin car.
This 30hp car is the oldest known surviving Austin. Although the company was founded in 1905 and drawings for the proposed 'Austin' were displayed at the 1905 Motor Show, it was not until April 1906 that Herbert Austin drove the first completed car out of his new Longbridge factory in the suburbs of Birmingham.
While Austin's previous car designs, executed for the Wolseley company, had been characterised by transverse engines with horizontal cylinders, the Longbridge cars had vertical in-line engines and shaft drive to a live rear axle soon became standard.
The original model was the 25/30hp which embodied a number of features to be used on the majority of Austin cars until 1914, notable an engine with separately cast cylinders and side valves, forming a T-head where inlet and exhaust valves were on opposite sides of the cylinder.
It is thought that this car was originally the station bus for Birmingham Parks and was converted to an ambulance (possibly during World War One) and for many years served as the Longbridge works ambulance. It then languished for a long time before being finally re-built with this Edwardian-style touring body.
Engine: 4cyl. 5187cc. Top speed: 40mph (64km/h). Power 29 RAC hp. Coachwork: tourer. Price new: £650. Registration mark: OA 6030.
Vehicle first registered on 1st December 1907.
5278cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
The oldest surviving Austin car.
This 30hp car is the oldest known surviving Austin. Although the company was founded in 1905 and drawings for the proposed 'Austin' were displayed at the 1905 Motor Show, it was not until April 1906 that Herbert Austin drove the first completed car out of his new Longbridge factory in the suburbs of Birmingham.
While Austin's previous car designs, executed for the Wolseley company, had been characterised by transverse engines with horizontal cylinders, the Longbridge cars had vertical in-line engines and shaft drive to a live rear axle soon became standard.
The original model was the 25/30hp which embodied a number of features to be used on the majority of Austin cars until 1914, notable an engine with separately cast cylinders and side valves, forming a T-head where inlet and exhaust valves were on opposite sides of the cylinder.
It is thought that this car was originally the station bus for Birmingham Parks and was converted to an ambulance (possibly during World War One) and for many years served as the Longbridge works ambulance. It then languished for a long time before being finally re-built with this Edwardian-style touring body.
Engine: 4cyl. 5187cc. Top speed: 40mph (64km/h). Power 29 RAC hp. Coachwork: tourer. Price new: £650. Registration mark: OA 6030.
1920
1923 Austin 7 Chummy, XO 6852
Image taken at British Motor Museum, Gaydon, Warwickshire, on 10th November 2024.
747cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
The 'Seven', probably Austin's most famous model, was designed during 1921 and 1922 by Sir Herbert Austin and Stanley /Edge in response to the Company's serious financial problems. Alth0ough Sir Herbert's fellow directors did not share his belief that there would be a market for such a small car, he intended to provide an alternative to the primitive motorcycle combinations which were, at the time, the most affordable form of family transport.
Austin's real inspiration was toe design the Seven as a large car in miniature, able to carry two adults and two children. It had a water-cooled four cylinder engine, four-wheel brakes (of questionable efficiency) and could do up to 50 miles per gallon. All the early Sevens had open bodywork like this 'Chummy' tourer. Later, saloons joined the model range and the chassis grew longer. The Seven was also the inspiration for several foreign manufacturers, such as BMW's first car, the Dixi, the Rosengart in France and the Japanese Datsun Seven.
Apart from Ford's Model T, the Austin Seven was Britain's cheapest 'real' car until the Triumph Seven in 1927 and the Morris Minor in 1928 were introduced in competition. During 17 years of production almost 300,000 Austin Sevens were made.
Engine: 4cyl. 747cc. Top speed: 50mph (80km/h). Power: 10.5bhp. Coachwork: four-seat tourer. Price new: £165. Registration mark: XO 6852.
747cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
The 'Seven', probably Austin's most famous model, was designed during 1921 and 1922 by Sir Herbert Austin and Stanley /Edge in response to the Company's serious financial problems. Alth0ough Sir Herbert's fellow directors did not share his belief that there would be a market for such a small car, he intended to provide an alternative to the primitive motorcycle combinations which were, at the time, the most affordable form of family transport.
Austin's real inspiration was toe design the Seven as a large car in miniature, able to carry two adults and two children. It had a water-cooled four cylinder engine, four-wheel brakes (of questionable efficiency) and could do up to 50 miles per gallon. All the early Sevens had open bodywork like this 'Chummy' tourer. Later, saloons joined the model range and the chassis grew longer. The Seven was also the inspiration for several foreign manufacturers, such as BMW's first car, the Dixi, the Rosengart in France and the Japanese Datsun Seven.
Apart from Ford's Model T, the Austin Seven was Britain's cheapest 'real' car until the Triumph Seven in 1927 and the Morris Minor in 1928 were introduced in competition. During 17 years of production almost 300,000 Austin Sevens were made.
Engine: 4cyl. 747cc. Top speed: 50mph (80km/h). Power: 10.5bhp. Coachwork: four-seat tourer. Price new: £165. Registration mark: XO 6852.
1923 Austin 7 Chummy, XO 6852
Image taken at British Motor Museum, Gaydon, Warwickshire, on 10th November 2024.
747cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
The 'Seven', probably Austin's most famous model, was designed during 1921 and 1922 by Sir Herbert Austin and Stanley /Edge in response to the Company's serious financial problems. Alth0ough Sir Herbert's fellow directors did not share his belief that there would be a market for such a small car, he intended to provide an alternative to the primitive motorcycle combinations which were, at the time, the most affordable form of family transport.
Austin's real inspiration was toe design the Seven as a large car in miniature, able to carry two adults and two children. It had a water-cooled four cylinder engine, four-wheel brakes (of questionable efficiency) and could do up to 50 miles per gallon. All the early Sevens had open bodywork like this 'Chummy' tourer. Later, saloons joined the model range and the chassis grew longer. The Seven was also the inspiration for several foreign manufacturers, such as BMW's first car, the Dixi, the Rosengart in France and the Japanese Datsun Seven.
Apart from Ford's Model T, the Austin Seven was Britain's cheapest 'real' car until the Triumph Seven in 1927 and the Morris Minor in 1928 were introduced in competition. During 17 years of production almost 300,000 Austin Sevens were made.
Engine: 4cyl. 747cc. Top speed: 50mph (80km/h). Power: 10.5bhp. Coachwork: four-seat tourer. Price new: £165. Registration mark: XO 6852.
747cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
The 'Seven', probably Austin's most famous model, was designed during 1921 and 1922 by Sir Herbert Austin and Stanley /Edge in response to the Company's serious financial problems. Alth0ough Sir Herbert's fellow directors did not share his belief that there would be a market for such a small car, he intended to provide an alternative to the primitive motorcycle combinations which were, at the time, the most affordable form of family transport.
Austin's real inspiration was toe design the Seven as a large car in miniature, able to carry two adults and two children. It had a water-cooled four cylinder engine, four-wheel brakes (of questionable efficiency) and could do up to 50 miles per gallon. All the early Sevens had open bodywork like this 'Chummy' tourer. Later, saloons joined the model range and the chassis grew longer. The Seven was also the inspiration for several foreign manufacturers, such as BMW's first car, the Dixi, the Rosengart in France and the Japanese Datsun Seven.
Apart from Ford's Model T, the Austin Seven was Britain's cheapest 'real' car until the Triumph Seven in 1927 and the Morris Minor in 1928 were introduced in competition. During 17 years of production almost 300,000 Austin Sevens were made.
Engine: 4cyl. 747cc. Top speed: 50mph (80km/h). Power: 10.5bhp. Coachwork: four-seat tourer. Price new: £165. Registration mark: XO 6852.
1925 Austin 7 AC Tourer, YM 7319
Image taken at the NEC Classic Motor Show on 9th November 2024.
DVLA records show that the vehicle was registered in February 1984.
747cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with
the vehicle states:
Affectionately known as Jumbo.
The Austin Seven 'Chummy' was the original design of the Austin Seven, with the first car being produced in 1922.
This car was registered new to Miss Diana Gilbey in February 1926. The Gilbeys were wine and spirit merchants and Diana who was 17 years old lived at Folly Farm Sulhamstead in Berkshire, a splendid mansion designed by Edwin Lutyens in his famous "Arts & Crafts" style.
Having learned to drive, Miss Gilbey soon moved onto bigger cars and in May 1928 Rhoda Edwards, a nurse, purchased the car from Hewens Garage in Reading. Rhoda christened the car "Jumbo" as she had family in Africa and the car was "Elephant Grey". Hewens were large Morris dealers and they gave Rhoda a complimentary Morris Owner's diary and handbook which she kept in the car and recorded services and other maintenance.
In December 1965, Rhoda sent the diary and a long letter to Mrs Walker, Jumbo's new owner. Rhoda apologises that "I am afraid this little diary is rather muddled and untidy - I was so very busy bringing babies into the world and cheering up lonely wives whose men were fighting in France."
Indeed the diary reveals that in the 37 years that she owned Jumbo, Rhoda clocked up at least 20,000 miles and also had her resprayed by Hewens, with a Lavender body and Peacock Blue wings. The last entry is in August 1956 when 2 gallons of petrol are recorded as costing 7 shillings and one penny (around 4p per litre). Jumbo's total mileage from new is 32,000.
Jumbo was taken off the road in 1966 and it was to be another 55 years before she would return to active duty. In 2017, she was purchased by Austin Seven expert Nick Turley and a four-year restoration took place.
Jumbo still has the original engine, gearbox and back axle. She drives like new and enjoys regular use to shows, club runs and picnics, etc.
DVLA records show that the vehicle was registered in February 1984.
747cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with
the vehicle states:
Affectionately known as Jumbo.
The Austin Seven 'Chummy' was the original design of the Austin Seven, with the first car being produced in 1922.
This car was registered new to Miss Diana Gilbey in February 1926. The Gilbeys were wine and spirit merchants and Diana who was 17 years old lived at Folly Farm Sulhamstead in Berkshire, a splendid mansion designed by Edwin Lutyens in his famous "Arts & Crafts" style.
Having learned to drive, Miss Gilbey soon moved onto bigger cars and in May 1928 Rhoda Edwards, a nurse, purchased the car from Hewens Garage in Reading. Rhoda christened the car "Jumbo" as she had family in Africa and the car was "Elephant Grey". Hewens were large Morris dealers and they gave Rhoda a complimentary Morris Owner's diary and handbook which she kept in the car and recorded services and other maintenance.
In December 1965, Rhoda sent the diary and a long letter to Mrs Walker, Jumbo's new owner. Rhoda apologises that "I am afraid this little diary is rather muddled and untidy - I was so very busy bringing babies into the world and cheering up lonely wives whose men were fighting in France."
Indeed the diary reveals that in the 37 years that she owned Jumbo, Rhoda clocked up at least 20,000 miles and also had her resprayed by Hewens, with a Lavender body and Peacock Blue wings. The last entry is in August 1956 when 2 gallons of petrol are recorded as costing 7 shillings and one penny (around 4p per litre). Jumbo's total mileage from new is 32,000.
Jumbo was taken off the road in 1966 and it was to be another 55 years before she would return to active duty. In 2017, she was purchased by Austin Seven expert Nick Turley and a four-year restoration took place.
Jumbo still has the original engine, gearbox and back axle. She drives like new and enjoys regular use to shows, club runs and picnics, etc.
1925 Austin 7 AC Tourer, YM 7319
Image taken at the NEC Classic Motor Show on 9th November 2024.
DVLA records show that the vehicle was registered in February 1984.
747cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with
the vehicle states:
Affectionately known as Jumbo.
The Austin Seven 'Chummy' was the original design of the Austin Seven, with the first car being produced in 1922.
This car was registered new to Miss Diana Gilbey in February 1926. The Gilbeys were wine and spirit merchants and Diana who was 17 years old lived at Folly Farm Sulhamstead in Berkshire, a splendid mansion designed by Edwin Lutyens in his famous "Arts & Crafts" style.
Having learned to drive, Miss Gilbey soon moved onto bigger cars and in May 1928 Rhoda Edwards, a nurse, purchased the car from Hewens Garage in Reading. Rhoda christened the car "Jumbo" as she had family in Africa and the car was "Elephant Grey". Hewens were large Morris dealers and they gave Rhoda a complimentary Morris Owner's diary and handbook which she kept in the car and recorded services and other maintenance.
In December 1965, Rhoda sent the diary and a long letter to Mrs Walker, Jumbo's new owner. Rhoda apologises that "I am afraid this little diary is rather muddled and untidy - I was so very busy bringing babies into the world and cheering up lonely wives whose men were fighting in France."
Indeed the diary reveals that in the 37 years that she owned Jumbo, Rhoda clocked up at least 20,000 miles and also had her resprayed by Hewens, with a Lavender body and Peacock Blue wings. The last entry is in August 1956 when 2 gallons of petrol are recorded as costing 7 shillings and one penny (around 4p per litre). Jumbo's total mileage from new is 32,000.
Jumbo was taken off the road in 1966 and it was to be another 55 years before she would return to active duty. In 2017, she was purchased by Austin Seven expert Nick Turley and a four-year restoration took place.
Jumbo still has the original engine, gearbox and back axle. She drives like new and enjoys regular use to shows, club runs and picnics, etc.
DVLA records show that the vehicle was registered in February 1984.
747cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with
the vehicle states:
Affectionately known as Jumbo.
The Austin Seven 'Chummy' was the original design of the Austin Seven, with the first car being produced in 1922.
This car was registered new to Miss Diana Gilbey in February 1926. The Gilbeys were wine and spirit merchants and Diana who was 17 years old lived at Folly Farm Sulhamstead in Berkshire, a splendid mansion designed by Edwin Lutyens in his famous "Arts & Crafts" style.
Having learned to drive, Miss Gilbey soon moved onto bigger cars and in May 1928 Rhoda Edwards, a nurse, purchased the car from Hewens Garage in Reading. Rhoda christened the car "Jumbo" as she had family in Africa and the car was "Elephant Grey". Hewens were large Morris dealers and they gave Rhoda a complimentary Morris Owner's diary and handbook which she kept in the car and recorded services and other maintenance.
In December 1965, Rhoda sent the diary and a long letter to Mrs Walker, Jumbo's new owner. Rhoda apologises that "I am afraid this little diary is rather muddled and untidy - I was so very busy bringing babies into the world and cheering up lonely wives whose men were fighting in France."
Indeed the diary reveals that in the 37 years that she owned Jumbo, Rhoda clocked up at least 20,000 miles and also had her resprayed by Hewens, with a Lavender body and Peacock Blue wings. The last entry is in August 1956 when 2 gallons of petrol are recorded as costing 7 shillings and one penny (around 4p per litre). Jumbo's total mileage from new is 32,000.
Jumbo was taken off the road in 1966 and it was to be another 55 years before she would return to active duty. In 2017, she was purchased by Austin Seven expert Nick Turley and a four-year restoration took place.
Jumbo still has the original engine, gearbox and back axle. She drives like new and enjoys regular use to shows, club runs and picnics, etc.
1930
1930 Austin 16-6, RB 2297
Image taken at the NEC Classic Car Show on 8th November 2024.
Vehicle first registered on 18th July 1930.
2449cc petrol engine.
Vehicle first registered on 18th July 1930.
2449cc petrol engine.
1930 Austin 16-6, RB 2297
Image taken at the NEC Classic Car Show on 8th November 2024.
Vehicle first registered on 18th July 1930.
2449cc petrol engine.
Vehicle first registered on 18th July 1930.
2449cc petrol engine.
1931 Austin 7, OF 9311
Image taken at the NEC Classic Motor Show on 9th November 2024.
Vehicle first registered on 1st January 1931.
747cc petrol engine.
Vehicle first registered on 1st January 1931.
747cc petrol engine.
1931 Austin 7 Swallow, JN 1169
Image taken at the NEC Classic Motor Show on 9th November 2024.
Vehicle first registered on 6th May 1931.
747cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
The Austin Seven Swallow was the forerunner to Jaguar Cars.
The Austin Seven chassis, engine and running gear was supplied by Austin and then coach built bodies were produced by the Swallow Side Car Company, which became the Swallow Coachbuilding Company Limited. These companies were owned by William Lyons and William Walmsley, originally in Blackpool and then Coventry.
Walmsley sold his shares and William Lyons continued under the name of SS Cars Limited which became Jaguar Cars Limited.
This car is the only known surviving coupe, its early history is unknown. It was registered new in Southend on Sea in 1931.
Sometime between 1959 and 1966 it was abandoned in a Yorkshire scrapyard. Luckily it was rescued in 1966 and fully restored. It later had many years as a car showroom exhibit, before being sold in 1986.
Since then, the car has had several owners and has participated in organised runs from John O'Groats to Land's End and several continental trips.
Vehicle first registered on 6th May 1931.
747cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
The Austin Seven Swallow was the forerunner to Jaguar Cars.
The Austin Seven chassis, engine and running gear was supplied by Austin and then coach built bodies were produced by the Swallow Side Car Company, which became the Swallow Coachbuilding Company Limited. These companies were owned by William Lyons and William Walmsley, originally in Blackpool and then Coventry.
Walmsley sold his shares and William Lyons continued under the name of SS Cars Limited which became Jaguar Cars Limited.
This car is the only known surviving coupe, its early history is unknown. It was registered new in Southend on Sea in 1931.
Sometime between 1959 and 1966 it was abandoned in a Yorkshire scrapyard. Luckily it was rescued in 1966 and fully restored. It later had many years as a car showroom exhibit, before being sold in 1986.
Since then, the car has had several owners and has participated in organised runs from John O'Groats to Land's End and several continental trips.
1933 Austin 7, ALH 722
Image taken at the NEC Classic Car Show on 8th November 2024.
Vehicle first registered on 15th May 1933.
750cc petrol engine.
Vehicle first registered on 15th May 1933.
750cc petrol engine.
1934 Austin 7, BHK 952
Image taken at the Wickhambreaux Classic Motor Show on 18th May 2025. Vehicle first registered on 2nd July 1934. 885cc petrol engine.
1934 Austin 7, BHK 952
Image taken at the Wickhambreaux Classic Motor Show on 18th May 2025. Vehicle first registered on 2nd July 1934. 885cc petrol engine.
1934 Austin 7, BKM 703
Image taken at the NEC Classic Motor Show on 8th November 2024.
Vehicle first registered on 26th November 1934.
749cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
Supplied new to Maidstone Corporation.
This van is now in amazing condition, and has spent the last year being comprehensively restored by a very fastidious engineer/mechanic, who insisted on everything being done absolutely correctly. He's spent hundreds of hours and a small fortune on it. The engine was completely rebuilt at a cost of over £4,000 in parts, and the drive train was restored throughout. The 4-speed gearbox had been rebuilt in 2022. The wheels were powder coated and new tyres fitted, new fuel tank, distributor, dynamo, battery, and radiator.
Chassis number 200931 was manufactured in 1934 as a Seven Van with body number AVH4202 and was supplied new to Maidstone Corporation being registered by Kent County Council on 26th November that year as 'BKM 703'.
The van suffered minor damage while on a trailer en-route to an event in 1997 and was subsequently declared as a Category D insurance loss. This is very common with classics with minor damage, as insurance assessors have no clue as to repair costs. The late specialist, John Heath, subsequently restored the nsf wing damage and completed the repairs properly.
An attendee at numerous rallies including the Austin Seven Centenary in 2022.
Vehicle first registered on 26th November 1934.
749cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
Supplied new to Maidstone Corporation.
This van is now in amazing condition, and has spent the last year being comprehensively restored by a very fastidious engineer/mechanic, who insisted on everything being done absolutely correctly. He's spent hundreds of hours and a small fortune on it. The engine was completely rebuilt at a cost of over £4,000 in parts, and the drive train was restored throughout. The 4-speed gearbox had been rebuilt in 2022. The wheels were powder coated and new tyres fitted, new fuel tank, distributor, dynamo, battery, and radiator.
Chassis number 200931 was manufactured in 1934 as a Seven Van with body number AVH4202 and was supplied new to Maidstone Corporation being registered by Kent County Council on 26th November that year as 'BKM 703'.
The van suffered minor damage while on a trailer en-route to an event in 1997 and was subsequently declared as a Category D insurance loss. This is very common with classics with minor damage, as insurance assessors have no clue as to repair costs. The late specialist, John Heath, subsequently restored the nsf wing damage and completed the repairs properly.
An attendee at numerous rallies including the Austin Seven Centenary in 2022.
1934 Austin 7, BKM 703
Image taken at the NEC Classic Motor Show on 8th November 2024.
Vehicle first registered on 26th November 1934.
749cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
Supplied new to Maidstone Corporation.
This van is now in amazing condition, and has spent the last year being comprehensively restored by a very fastidious engineer/mechanic, who insisted on everything being done absolutely correctly. He's spent hundreds of hours and a small fortune on it. The engine was completely rebuilt at a cost of over £4,000 in parts, and the drive train was restored throughout. The 4-speed gearbox had been rebuilt in 2022. The wheels were powder coated and new tyres fitted, new fuel tank, distributor, dynamo, battery, and radiator.
Chassis number 200931 was manufactured in 1934 as a Seven Van with body number AVH4202 and was supplied new to Maidstone Corporation being registered by Kent County Council on 26th November that year as 'BKM 703'.
The van suffered minor damage while on a trailer en-route to an event in 1997 and was subsequently declared as a Category D insurance loss. This is very common with classics with minor damage, as insurance assessors have no clue as to repair costs. The late specialist, John Heath, subsequently restored the nsf wing damage and completed the repairs properly.
An attendee at numerous rallies including the Austin Seven Centenary in 2022.
Vehicle first registered on 26th November 1934.
749cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
Supplied new to Maidstone Corporation.
This van is now in amazing condition, and has spent the last year being comprehensively restored by a very fastidious engineer/mechanic, who insisted on everything being done absolutely correctly. He's spent hundreds of hours and a small fortune on it. The engine was completely rebuilt at a cost of over £4,000 in parts, and the drive train was restored throughout. The 4-speed gearbox had been rebuilt in 2022. The wheels were powder coated and new tyres fitted, new fuel tank, distributor, dynamo, battery, and radiator.
Chassis number 200931 was manufactured in 1934 as a Seven Van with body number AVH4202 and was supplied new to Maidstone Corporation being registered by Kent County Council on 26th November that year as 'BKM 703'.
The van suffered minor damage while on a trailer en-route to an event in 1997 and was subsequently declared as a Category D insurance loss. This is very common with classics with minor damage, as insurance assessors have no clue as to repair costs. The late specialist, John Heath, subsequently restored the nsf wing damage and completed the repairs properly.
An attendee at numerous rallies including the Austin Seven Centenary in 2022.
1936 Austin 7 Pearl Cabriolet, JT 5896
Image taken at the NEC Classic Motor Show on 9th November 2024.
Vehicle first registered on 30th October 1936.
887cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
The Austin Seven Pearl was part of the Jewel range of Austin Sevens which commenced in 1934, with the cars becoming a little bigger and the radiator now enclosed into the lines of the body rather than being a plated feature, which was in keeping with the overall car design of the mid-1930's.
The Jewel range consisted of the Ruby, Opal, and Pearl, along with the open Road Tourer.
This pearl has only had two previous owners from new and is in very original condition having covered 71,500 miles from new.
The car underwent a sympathetic restoration in 2011 which included refreshing the paintwork (the internal door surrounds and timber work for the hood were left in original paint), the wiring was replaced, a new clutch fitted, and the mainly original upholstery was cleaned. The hood had been replaced in the 1960's. The running boards and rubber mates are originals.
Vehicle first registered on 30th October 1936.
887cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
The Austin Seven Pearl was part of the Jewel range of Austin Sevens which commenced in 1934, with the cars becoming a little bigger and the radiator now enclosed into the lines of the body rather than being a plated feature, which was in keeping with the overall car design of the mid-1930's.
The Jewel range consisted of the Ruby, Opal, and Pearl, along with the open Road Tourer.
This pearl has only had two previous owners from new and is in very original condition having covered 71,500 miles from new.
The car underwent a sympathetic restoration in 2011 which included refreshing the paintwork (the internal door surrounds and timber work for the hood were left in original paint), the wiring was replaced, a new clutch fitted, and the mainly original upholstery was cleaned. The hood had been replaced in the 1960's. The running boards and rubber mates are originals.
1936 Austin 18 Hertford, DKN 66
Image taken at the NEC Classic Motor Show on 9th November 2024.
Vehicle first registered on 1st December 1936.
2366cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
First registered in December 1936 in Bexley, Kent, this is actually a 1937 model. The first owner, Mr Gilbert, owned the car for over two decades until his death. The second owner, a former taxi mechanic, restored the car after acquiring it from a scrap yard for £50. The third owner, Mr Gray of Bristol, received numerous awards at concours events. After his passing, the car was inherited by his neighbour, she had no interest in the car and sought advice from the AA on the best way to dispose of it! Ownership then transferred to Granville Angell, Lord of Cannock, who had his coat of arms displayed on the doors.
In 2013, the car was purchased by its current owner and has undergone another major restoration. The interior was refurbished, and the exterior received new metalwork around the rear dumb irons and skirt. After a fresh coat of paint the car looked a little bare; to add a little dash of nonsense, the family crest was added to the doors.
The car has an overdrive unit installed, reducing engine revs by 20%, enhancing fuel efficiency, and making high-speed cruising more comfortable.
Price new: £298.
Vehicle first registered on 1st December 1936.
2366cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
First registered in December 1936 in Bexley, Kent, this is actually a 1937 model. The first owner, Mr Gilbert, owned the car for over two decades until his death. The second owner, a former taxi mechanic, restored the car after acquiring it from a scrap yard for £50. The third owner, Mr Gray of Bristol, received numerous awards at concours events. After his passing, the car was inherited by his neighbour, she had no interest in the car and sought advice from the AA on the best way to dispose of it! Ownership then transferred to Granville Angell, Lord of Cannock, who had his coat of arms displayed on the doors.
In 2013, the car was purchased by its current owner and has undergone another major restoration. The interior was refurbished, and the exterior received new metalwork around the rear dumb irons and skirt. After a fresh coat of paint the car looked a little bare; to add a little dash of nonsense, the family crest was added to the doors.
The car has an overdrive unit installed, reducing engine revs by 20%, enhancing fuel efficiency, and making high-speed cruising more comfortable.
Price new: £298.
1936 Austin 18 Hertford, DKN 66
Image taken at the NEC Classic Motor Show on 9th November 2024.
Vehicle first registered on 1st December 1936.
2366cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
First registered in December 1936 in Bexley, Kent, this is actually a 1937 model. The first owner, Mr Gilbert, owned the car for over two decades until his death. The second owner, a former taxi mechanic, restored the car after acquiring it from a scrap yard for £50. The third owner, Mr Gray of Bristol, received numerous awards at concours events. After his passing, the car was inherited by his neighbour, she had no interest in the car and sought advice from the AA on the best way to dispose of it! Ownership then transferred to Granville Angell, Lord of Cannock, who had his coat of arms displayed on the doors.
In 2013, the car was purchased by its current owner and has undergone another major restoration. The interior was refurbished, and the exterior received new metalwork around the rear dumb irons and skirt. After a fresh coat of paint the car looked a little bare; to add a little dash of nonsense, the family crest was added to the doors.
The car has an overdrive unit installed, reducing engine revs by 20%, enhancing fuel efficiency, and making high-speed cruising more comfortable.
Price new: £298.
Vehicle first registered on 1st December 1936.
2366cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
First registered in December 1936 in Bexley, Kent, this is actually a 1937 model. The first owner, Mr Gilbert, owned the car for over two decades until his death. The second owner, a former taxi mechanic, restored the car after acquiring it from a scrap yard for £50. The third owner, Mr Gray of Bristol, received numerous awards at concours events. After his passing, the car was inherited by his neighbour, she had no interest in the car and sought advice from the AA on the best way to dispose of it! Ownership then transferred to Granville Angell, Lord of Cannock, who had his coat of arms displayed on the doors.
In 2013, the car was purchased by its current owner and has undergone another major restoration. The interior was refurbished, and the exterior received new metalwork around the rear dumb irons and skirt. After a fresh coat of paint the car looked a little bare; to add a little dash of nonsense, the family crest was added to the doors.
The car has an overdrive unit installed, reducing engine revs by 20%, enhancing fuel efficiency, and making high-speed cruising more comfortable.
Price new: £298.
1936 Austin 18 Hertford, DKN 66
Image taken at the NEC Classic Motor Show on 9th November 2024.
Vehicle first registered on 1st December 1936.
2366cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
First registered in December 1936 in Bexley, Kent, this is actually a 1937 model. The first owner, Mr Gilbert, owned the car for over two decades until his death. The second owner, a former taxi mechanic, restored the car after acquiring it from a scrap yard for £50. The third owner, Mr Gray of Bristol, received numerous awards at concours events. After his passing, the car was inherited by his neighbour, she had no interest in the car and sought advice from the AA on the best way to dispose of it! Ownership then transferred to Granville Angell, Lord of Cannock, who had his coat of arms displayed on the doors.
In 2013, the car was purchased by its current owner and has undergone another major restoration. The interior was refurbished, and the exterior received new metalwork around the rear dumb irons and skirt. After a fresh coat of paint the car looked a little bare; to add a little dash of nonsense, the family crest was added to the doors.
The car has an overdrive unit installed, reducing engine revs by 20%, enhancing fuel efficiency, and making high-speed cruising more comfortable.
Price new: £298.
Vehicle first registered on 1st December 1936.
2366cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
First registered in December 1936 in Bexley, Kent, this is actually a 1937 model. The first owner, Mr Gilbert, owned the car for over two decades until his death. The second owner, a former taxi mechanic, restored the car after acquiring it from a scrap yard for £50. The third owner, Mr Gray of Bristol, received numerous awards at concours events. After his passing, the car was inherited by his neighbour, she had no interest in the car and sought advice from the AA on the best way to dispose of it! Ownership then transferred to Granville Angell, Lord of Cannock, who had his coat of arms displayed on the doors.
In 2013, the car was purchased by its current owner and has undergone another major restoration. The interior was refurbished, and the exterior received new metalwork around the rear dumb irons and skirt. After a fresh coat of paint the car looked a little bare; to add a little dash of nonsense, the family crest was added to the doors.
The car has an overdrive unit installed, reducing engine revs by 20%, enhancing fuel efficiency, and making high-speed cruising more comfortable.
Price new: £298.
1939 Austin Six Iver, BNJ 974
Image taken at the NEC Classic Motor Show on 8th November 2024.
Vehicle first registered on 1st January 1939.
2300cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
Limited production: 1937 to 1939 (start of World War 2). Red Limousine, 7-seater. 70541 miles.
Vehicle first registered on 1st January 1939.
2300cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
Limited production: 1937 to 1939 (start of World War 2). Red Limousine, 7-seater. 70541 miles.
1939 Austin Six Iver, BNJ 974
Image taken at the NEC Classic Motor Show on 8th November 2024.
Vehicle first registered on 1st January 1939.
2300cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
Limited production: 1937 to 1939 (start of World War 2). Red Limousine, 7-seater. 70541 miles.
Vehicle first registered on 1st January 1939.
2300cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
Limited production: 1937 to 1939 (start of World War 2). Red Limousine, 7-seater. 70541 miles.
1939 Austin Six Iver, BNJ 974
Image taken at the NEC Classic Motor Show on 8th November 2024.
Vehicle first registered on 1st January 1939.
2300cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
Limited production: 1937 to 1939 (start of World War 2). Red Limousine, 7-seater. 70541 miles.
Vehicle first registered on 1st January 1939.
2300cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
Limited production: 1937 to 1939 (start of World War 2). Red Limousine, 7-seater. 70541 miles.
1939 Austin Six Iver, BNJ 974
Image taken at the NEC Classic Motor Show on 8th November 2024.
Vehicle first registered on 1st January 1939.
2300cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
Limited production: 1937 to 1939 (start of World War 2). Red Limousine, 7-seater. 70541 miles.
Vehicle first registered on 1st January 1939.
2300cc petrol engine.
The notice displayed with the vehicle states:
Limited production: 1937 to 1939 (start of World War 2). Red Limousine, 7-seater. 70541 miles.
1950
1954 Austin A40, KJF 921
Image taken at Faversham Festival of Speed on 18th May 2025.
Vehicle first registered on 17 February 1954.
1200cc petrol engine.
Vehicle first registered on 17 February 1954.
1200cc petrol engine.
1954 Austin A40, KJF 921
Image taken at Faversham Festival of Speed on 18th May 2025.
Vehicle first registered on 17 February 1954.
1200cc petrol engine.
Vehicle first registered on 17 February 1954.
1200cc petrol engine.
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