Description
Lot 4
1937 Austin 18/ 6 York 7-seater saloon
Reg. no. DOM 485
Chassis no. E/ RZ51619
Engine no. 1FE12311
The Austin 18 was introduced in 1937 and was supplied in two different wheelbases to carry five or seven passengers. Its engine and front seat were mounted nine inches further forward than that of its predecessor, the York Sixteen. The chassis was also extended by three inches, giving plenty more passenger space. This example appears to be very original and presents very well, having been in a heated garage for many years. DOM 485 has been in current ownership since 1985, purchased from a gentleman from Lickey End, Bromsgrove, very close to the Austin home. The car will require some recommissioning following a period of storage, but when last used a few years ago, this large Austin performed as you would expect. It is offered with a receipt for the 1985 purchase and a copy of an old V5.
Estimate: £3, 000 - 5, 000
To be auctioned along with a fantastic selection of other vehicles on March 5th at our Showell Farm site, SN15 2NU. Viewing is welcome prior to sale and all cars are sold as seen, condition reports can be requested on each lot by contacting us direct. Lots are not available to buy prior to auction. Fully illustrated catalogue is available on the Richard Edmonds Auction website. Bids can be made online, by telephone or live on site. All lots are subject to commission.
Vehicles that are un-registered or on foreign plates may require Import Duty and Vat to be paid upon purchase via HMRC prior to registering with the DVLA for a UK plate, if you are not sure please ask. For classic cars over 30 years this equates to 5% Duty on the final value.
