Description
1931 HUMBER 16/ 50 SALOONThe 1931 Humber 16/ 50 is a classic British motor car that was part of Humber Limited's lineup during the early 1930s, marketed towards the middle-class professional market such as doctors and lawyers. It features a 2110cc six-cylinder engine. Equipped with a four-speed manual gate change gearbox, often referred to as a crash box. The most common configurations were the Saloon and Touring Saloon, though it was also available in five other types. Production numbers rounded to 6828. Some surviving models feature side-mounted spare tyres and running boards. High-quality finishings were a hallmark of Humber, typically featuring leather upholstery (often in Navy Blue) and real wood Walnut door trims. It is considered a very rare example of pre-war British engineering, with only a small number (roughly a couple of dozen) of various body types known to survive worldwide. Price at Launch- in 1931, the car retailed for approximately £425. Equivalent to £38, 000 now. The 16/ 50 was produced between 1928 and 1932, sitting alongside larger models like the Humber Snipe and the Pullman. This car, registered 31st December 1931 has the 6-cylinder engine with a displacement of 2110cc with a 4-speed manual gearbox. It is 15. 7HP with 50 BHP. This car has been on display at a motor museum, originally donated by a Mr Lewis Trinder of Aldershot, Hampshire. Mr Trinder was a Petty Officer in the Royal Navy during the second world war. He first acquired the car in 1970 when it was given as payment for a 'bad debt. Early in his ownership, work on the engine, a re-spray and repairs to the interior were all carried out. The car was tucked away in his garage for many years. A family member persuaded him in 2007 to find a good home for the Humber, where it could be 'better appreciated'. The car was first put on display in the museum in 2008. This car is equipped with a sunroof and opening windscreen, then common practice. The engine has a downdraught Stromberg carburettor with an additional hand throttle lever on the steering wheel, which is joined by ignition advance and retard controls. It is thought that this is just one of perhaps 25 remaining examples worldwide. Having been on display and dry stored for the past 18 years- this vehicle is now ready to go back on the road and may require a modest amount of mechanical recommissioning. However, the vehicle looks to be in very solid order both in terms of its mechanics, bodywork, bright work and interior. Accordingly, the vehicle is offered at a very attractive estimate of just £3000-£4000This vehicle is located near Calne, Wiltshire SN11 from where it will need to be collected. Motorscan report and videos available on request. Viewing is by appointment, please contact the office to arrange.
