Description
1963 Wolseley 6/ 110 Auto
This lovely six cylinder Farina has recently retired from the 60’s ITV’s crime drama “ Endeavour” in which she was used as a period Police car, a picture of which is included in the listing. I’m also advised that she was featured in the new movie “ The Crown” and the SKY drama “ Guerilla” again used as a period Police car. So, 997BRV has certainly had a busy couple of years.
In fact on the route to our premises yesterday, several Police cars pulled alongside our driver to give the thumbs up. After all, a black 6/ 110 is iconic of 1960’s Policing, with or without the blue lights and Winkworth Bell. These cars commanded attention back then and still do the same today.
So, onto a detailed description but of course feel free to arrange to view or contact me with any questions.
Bodywork
The black coachwork is very shiny and of course she has been painted at some point. Thankfully there are no holes in the roof or marks caused by the TV or police equipment. Like many of these big 60’s cars there have been repairs and some ripples are evident but overall 997 BRV is very straight. There are also some isolated areas of bubbling but to be honest unless you are buying a showroom car, it’s to be expected. These are by no means unsightly or serious, just the usual imperfections you would expect considering the cars age. The door shuts could do with painting properly, especially considering how well the exterior has been refinished. So we will do this as part of the sale. Underside has seen welding, again common on these cars and some of it, although structurally sound, could do with a bit of a tidy. Most of the bright work is excellent, however both bumpers have pitting and corrosion spots. The wing mirrors are also past it and the radio antenna is broken, these will be replaced as part of the sale.
Overall this 6/ 110 is very smart cosmetically and with our tweaks done, most will be happy to use her as she is.
Interior
The cabin is in my opinion very good, with exception to some splits in the leather and some tarnish to the veneer on the drivers door. The carpets are superb and I suspect are new, however they have been fitted very well. Headliner is excellent and without any damage caused by the blue light wiring. She also has her original radio which works fine, however this requires a new antenna. During the road test, I noticed a couple of electrical items not working so these will be done as part of the sale.
Mechanicals
The six cylinder unit runs superb and is very quiet on tick over. During a 15 minute road test this morning I can report that the auto box behaved like you would expect, including the kick down and the brakes were also very the good. In my view this car drives as well as any Jaguar of its periods and although it won’t win any races. You can certainly sit back in the big leather chairs and waft along with very little road or engine noise considering her age. The power steering also worked very well.
Overall, mechanically I feel she needs nothing more than a good service.
Summary
997BRV is a rare and striking car which is not showroom, however she has nice paint, no serious corrosion, smart interior and lovely mechanics. We will of course carry out the list of minor tweaks as outlined. She could continue with her TV career or even transform into a full time police replica. Maybe you just want to enjoy her as she is. The choice is yours.
Finally.
Although MOT exempt from May of this year, our policy is to continue putting all our cars through test, regardless of age. Therefore 997BRV will be supplied with 12 months MOT. We can also confirm that she is HPI clear. I have had a number of enquiries from interested buyers asking if the car can be provided with the Police exterior fittings, Winkworth bell, beacon and period police signs. These can be supplied and fitted at additional cost if required
Previously listed with a higheer price to include, leather re-trim, wood and chrome restoration, however due to buyers wanting the car as it is, we are now offering this 6/ 110 with a lower reserve. However, the electrical items, MOT, radio antenna and mirrors are included in the revised price.
Terms.
As part of the sale price, we will carry out the list of works outlined in the listing. We will however require a deposit once sold and before works are started, with the balance payable on or before day of collection and of course a satisfactory sign off from the buyer once all work is completed. Timescales and completion dates would be agreed between both parties.
