Highlights

Comprehensive rebuild completed with pictorial evidence
Documented history from new
Fully retrimmed interior with original specifications
Recent mechanical enhancements and maintenance
Comes with a comprehensive history file and old registration documents

The Appeal

Introduced in 1930, and manufactured through to 1934, the Crossley Silver was a perfect reflection of what its illustrious company stood for. In many ways one of motoring's greatest pioneers, the Crossley Brothers were as devoted to mechanical innovation and quality as much as they were the church, and it reflected in their products.

The Silver was the next in their range from the 15.7 - and introduced features such as a centre change gearbox and rod-operated Perrot-Bendix brakes. It quickly gained a distinguished reputation, picked up by multiple royal families around the world. Today, it's a scarcely-seen classic that represents one of the finest pre-war marques out there.

This vehicle has been meticulously maintained and restored over the years, something that's evidenced from an enormous stack of paperwork and a full photographic record. The comprehensive rebuild, including a full body restoration and interior retrim, along with recent mechanical enhancements, makes this Crossley Silver a worthy consideration for any classic car enthusiast.

History and Paperwork

First registered on 29/09/1930
Initially owned by The Kilmister Family of Harlech, North Wales
Used by Dr. Kilmister and serviced by the family garage, Kilmister and Son Automobile Engineers
Transferred to H Kilmister and Son on 14/12/1936, used as a private hire car and family transport
Daily use until the 1960s, occasional use until 1984
Subsequent owners include G Jenkinson of Dunston and H Barnes, who undertook a comprehensive rebuild
Rebuild included full body rebuild, painting, brightwork, and complete interior retrim
Further work in 2012 included a full Solex carb rebuild, magneto rebuild, and rockers re-bushed
Ownership transferred to B Walker in August 2018, who rebuilt the clutch and water pump
Current owner since December 2023, continued development and maintenance
Comes with a comprehensive history file, old registration documents, and an instruction book
Currently indicates 79,317 miles on a five-figure odometer

The Condition

Body last repainted in 2001 in Atlantic Blue coach paint
Spare tin of Atlantic Blue coach paint included
Bodywork in good order with the correct amount of patina
Paint imperfections commensurate with the car's age
Underside in good order, areas could use repainting
No rot or significant corrosion anywhere on the car
Interior fully retrimmed in 2001 to original specifications
It's a beautiful space, like a gentleman's club on wheels
We note the rich wooden tones alongside blacks and navy blues
Everything is in fine order, and we understand it's all in good working order
Headlining in very good condition
Wood professionally re-lacquered

The Mechanics

2,056 cc I4 Crossley powerplant
Manual transmission with 4 gears
Crash gearbox typical of the period, with a clutch brake
1st and 2nd gears for set-off, 3rd gear for moderate hills, top cruising with silent 4th gear
New high torque starter motor fitted in February 2024, operates at twice the speed of the original Rotax starter
Noisy back axle replaced
General fettling included:
- Track rod ends
- Gearbox selector modifications
- Rewire
- Indicators
- Brake lights
- New brake adjusters
- Linings
- New spring shackles
Full Solex carb rebuild, magneto rebuild, rockers rebushed
Clutch rebuilt along with clutch brake and re-alignment of clutch plates
New water pump casting obtained and rebuilt to original Crossley design
12-volt petrol pump added to aid starting after long storage periods
All of this is evidenced by the vendor's records
The car is said to be in excellent running order
We've no reports of any mechanical faults

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