Description
1015
1934 Jowett 2-seater Tourer
Reg. no. KFF 168
Chassis no. 437699
Engine no. 437699
The Jowett car company of Bradford produced distinctive, well-made cars for 49 years between 1906 and 1955. In the 1920s and early 1930s, the company’s backbone was the 7hp range of cars, with these all using a flat-twin engine - the flat engine being a hallmark of almost all of the company’s cars until closure in 1955. Jowett 7s were known for their excellent flexibility and pulling-power low down in the rev range - perfect for hilly areas, as well as their reliability.
This unique 1934 Jowett 7 special was commissioned by Fred Hollaway, owner of a collection of Group B rally cars, in the 1990s. All work was undertaken by Michael Koch-Osbourne, a grandson of William Jowett. A full history file is available with details of the work carried out, with costs adding up to £13, 349. 25 in March 1998. In order to make the car more sporting, the engine has been lowered by six inches in the frame, and has also been tuned to fast road specification, with high-compression pistons, twin carburettors, a lightened flywheel and a sports camshaft. It now produces 24bhp, which in a small car, with this custom-made two-seater sports body, should be enough for very respectable performance. The four-speed gearbox is operated via a period remote. A modern alternator has been fitted within the original dynamo housing, providing modern electrical performance and reliability without looking out-of-place. Overall, the car presents very well, and is said to drive equally well indeed. The vendor plans to drive it the 70 or so miles to the sale. It comes with the aforementioned history file, plus a V5C.
Estimate: £6, 000 - 7, 000
To be auctioned along with a fantastic selection of other vehicles on October 15th at our Showell Farm site, SN15 2NU. Viewing is welcome prior to sale and all cars are sold as seen. Lots are not available to buy prior to auction. A fully illustrated catalogue is available on the Richard Edmonds Auctions website. Bids can be left with the auctioneer, made online, by telephone or live in person. All lots are subject to commission.
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