Description
This vehicle is in a Humbert & Ellis Timed Online Auction Ending 7pm Monday 18th May
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RARE 1935 CROSSLEY 2L SPORTS SALOON. FOR RESTORATION.
The 1935 Crossley 2-Litre Sports Saloon is an exceptionally rare British classic car, part of a limited production run that essentially defined the end of Crossley Motors' era of passenger car manufacturing.
The Crossley 2-litre Sports Saloon was manufactured between 1933 and 1934. Approximately 25 were made of which three and some remains of two others survive.
The car was built on a 'new' chassis designed specifically for this model in the early 1930s.
It had a 1991cc (2-Litre) S6 OHV (overhead valve) engine.
This relatively high-compression engine produced approximately 61 bhp, allowing for a claimed top speed of 75–80 mph.
It featured a Wilson pre-selector gearbox as standard.
Approximately 25 units were manufactured between 1933 and 1934.
It is one of the rarest pre-war cars, with only three known survivors remaining today.
One specific 1934 model with Ranalah bodywork is noted as the only one currently road-worthy.
Typical features included dark green leather upholstery, woodwork with light patina, and distinctive diamond-shaped door handles.
By 1935, Crossley was shifting its focus toward military vehicles and buses.
Chassis numbers range from 16/ 101 to 16/ 125
The engine was based on that used in the 15. 7 and Silver but featured higher compression ratio and modified cylinder head and timing and was virtually identical to the ones Crossley had been supplying to Lagonda for their 16/ 80 model. The substantial chassis was to a new design.
SPECIFICATION
Engine/ gearbox/ transmission
Capacity: 2056cc
Cylinders: 6 in-line Monobloc
Bore: 65mm
Stroke: 100mm
Compression ratio: 6. 5:1
RAC Horse Power 15. 7
Carburettor: Updraught Zenith 36VE, Solex and twin SU are all referred to in various documents.
Valves: Overhead operated by pushrod
Lubrication: Full pressure to main and big end bearings
Ignition: Scintilla PN6 high tension magneto
Max power: 62 bhp (46 KW) at 4000 rpm
Fuel consumption (typical) 17. 4 mpg (14. 5 litres/ 100km)
"The Motor"road test.
Max speed: (approx) 76 mph (120 kph)
Acceleration: 0-60mph (0-95 kph) - 34 seconds.
Gears: ENV type 110 pre-selector
Ratios: 1:1, 1. 59:1, 2. 5:1 and 3. 79:1
Clutch: None
Drive shaft: Open shaft with metal Hardy Spicer joints
Rear axle: semi floating
Spiral bevel ratio: 5:1
Electrical system: 12 volt
Body/ chassis
Wheel base: 10 feet 3 inches (3124 mm)
Length: 14 feet 2 inches (4318 mm)
Track: 4 feet 8 inches (1422 mm)
Width overall: 5 feet 7 inches (1700 mm)
Weight: 33 cwt (1676 kg)
Steering: Douglas worm and nut
Turning circle: - 43 feet (13. 1 metres)
Suspension - front: Offset semi elliptic springs. Shock absorbers.
Suspension - rear: Offset semi elliptic springs. Shock absorbers
Brake: Bendix cable system
Hand brake operates on all wheels using the same linkages as the foot brake.
Wheels/ tyres: Rudge Whitworth wire wheels. Tyre size - 5. 25 x 20
Pressures: 32 psi front : 36 psi rear
Our example, Registration BND 403 first registered in 1935- although built 'mid production' likely early in 1934.
The chassis number is 16/ 116 with motor number 16/ 119.
It is thought the bodywork was by Ranalah of Kew, previously branded as John Charles.
They cost £695 new including the factory fitted sliding sunroof which our example has.
Owned for many years in a small private collection, BND 403 was running and driving but has been dry stored for many years.
Condition is as per photos.
The car looks to be in original unmolested condition with sought after ENV type 110 pre-selector but will require extensive recommissioning throughout and accordingly is sold as it stands, without reserve.
The vehicle is supplied with a contemporary V5 and original buff logbook dating to 1935.
This vehicle is for sale as it stands and as described. Please assume that the vehicle does not start or run.
This vehicle is located near Royston, Cambridgeshire SG8.
COLLECTION IS STRICTLY BY APPOINTMENT 10AM - 3PM ON TUESDAY 26TH MAY
Once payment has cleared, we will put you in touch with a member of staff who will be on site on collection day.
We advise bringing trailers with winches as vehicles in this sale have not been run in some time. Some have low, flat or no tyres. It is recommended to bring an extra pair of hands to help with loading.
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