Description
The Austin A40 Somerset will need no introduction to the more mature car buyers amongst us. It was produced by the Austin Motor Co from 1953 until 1954. The Austin Somerst replaced the Austin A40 Devon as a body on frame model, it was the same size as it's predecessor. It shared a number of components with the Devon which also included a similar 1. 2 litre pushrod engine. The Somerset's engine was uprated to produce 42 bhp, compared with the Devon's 40 bhp, giving a top speed of 70 mph.
The quite extraordinary example we offer here was in the custody of the last but one owner for some 40 years. About 10 years ago a previous pwner decided to embark on a full ground up restoration of the car. When we say a ground up restoration we mean exactly that. The whole car was stripped down to it's bare chassis. He then proceeded to build the car from the renewed chassis up leaving no stone unturned to produce a near concourse winning car. The engine rebuild was entrusted to renown MG engine guru Mike Entwistle of Cheshire, who completed a full rebuild and updated the performance with the addition of twin SU carburettors and electronic ignition. The engine rebuild alone cost in excess of three thousand pounds. Many new panels were used in the rebuild. All interior trim was replaced including carpets. All exterior brightwork was rechromed.
Here is a superb restored Austin A40 Somerset ready to show and we defy you to find a better one. Ideal for the serious Austin collector.
Part exchange welcome, ancient or modern, funds either way.
Please call me on the number above for an appointment to view.
