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** DUE TO THE HISTORIC AGE OF THIS VEHICLE, THE MILEAGE IS NOT VERIFIED **
An Heirloom of British Motoring History
At Speedbroker, we don’t just sell cars — we tell their stories, and we place them with the next custodian who understands what they’re taking on.
We are genuinely delighted to be marketing this exceptional 1914 Perry, offered as part of a wider and deeply personal vintage car collection on behalf of our long-standing veteran car collector and engineer client. This is not a vehicle that has simply survived, it has been known, shared, taught, and preserved.
The Perry Marque – Why It Matters
Perry cars represent a fascinating chapter of early British motoring: light, ingenious, and engineered for real-world use at a time when motoring itself was still an adventure.
Built in an era when cars were crafted, not assembled
Designed to be dependable, serviceable, and owner-maintained
Favoured by enthusiasts and institutions alike for their robustness
This particular example’s early association with the Royal Flying Corps only deepens its historical significance — placing it firmly within the pioneering years of British engineering and aviation history.
This Car’s Story – Why This Perry is Special
Some cars have provenance. Others have people.
Discovered as a barn find in 1950 by the vendor’s woodwork teacher
Known personally by our vendor as it changed hands over the decades
Purchased by the current owner in 1988, beginning a 37-year chapter of careful custodianship
Originally green when acquired, later returned to its original burgundy finish
Restoration lovingly assisted by the owner’s son-in-law — a highly respected classic car restoration specialist
Final paintwork and varnish hand-painted by the owner himself some 18 years ago
This is a car restored within a family, not a workshop invoice.
Social History on Wheels
What makes this Perry so compelling is not just its age — but its social continuity.
A car known across generations, not flipped or forgotten
Maintained by an engineer who understood it mechanically and emotionally
A regular within the Veteran Car Club community
A proven participant in Scottish veteran rallies
A talking point wherever it arrives — because its story is real
Cars like this don’t feel anonymous. They introduce themselves.
Specification Highlights
Year: 1914
First registered: 1921
Registration: W5730
Engine: 11. 9hp, 1800cc
Lighting: Electric lights
Equipment: Dyno set
Eligibility: Veteran Car Club events
Rally history: Scottish veteran rallies
Why You Should Own It
You don’t buy this Perry to park it under lights, you buy it to continue the story.
To steward a piece of British motoring heritage
To enjoy a veteran car that has been used, understood, and loved
To own something irreplaceable in character, not just condition
To become the next name in a history that already spans over a century
At Speedbroker, we believe the best cars don’t shout, they speak quietly — to the right people.
For further details, conversation, or to discuss custodianship rather than simply purchase, we’d be delighted to talk.
** THIS CAR IS LOCATED IN ESSEX **
Serious enquiries and inspections are welcomed - strictly by appointment
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PLEASE NOTE: We work closely with our vendors to ensure the accuracy of vehicle's specification and identity. Due to the vehicles ages and restoration status we cannot always ensure total accuracy and we urge you to conduct your own thorough checks and due diligence prior to any transactions.
