Highlights

Exceptionally rare and highly luxurious Vauxhall Cresta Radford, believed to be the sole survivor from a production run of just 25 cars
Bodywork, interior, and undercarriage restored
Purchased by the seller in September 2025 without service history, and serviced over the winter
An unusual and highly appealing entrant for classic car shows and marque events
MOT-exempt and ULEZ-compliant

The Appeal

The Cresta served as Vauxhall’s flagship passenger car between 1954 and 1972, and sitting above the standard range was the exceptionally rare Cresta Radford. Produced by renowned coachbuilder Harold Radford, it was a world away from the more familiar Vauxhall saloons of the period, featuring a host of luxury upgrades including a West of England cloth headlining, fine leather upholstery, individually reclining front seats complete with armrests and height adjustment, lambswool carpeting, a radio with electric aerial, adjustable reading lamps, and rear picnic tables – a specification that would not have looked out of place among far more prestigious marques.

Further distinguishing features included a redesigned grille with quad headlights and fog lamps, a rear window demister, a second glovebox incorporated into the rear armrest, and door warning lights.

Just 25 Cresta Radfords are understood to have been produced, with 802 NPX believed to be the only surviving example. Equipped with the larger 3.3-litre engine and said to have been cosmetically restored, it is a highly unusual and notably luxurious Vauxhall that should attract considerable interest at shows and marque events.

Key Information

Mileage: 62,595 miles (indicated, unwarranted – reported to be correct)
Country of registration: United Kingdom
Technical inspection status: MOT-exempt
Technical specs: 3.3-litre inline-six, three-speed manual
Paperwork: Owner’s handbook, The Telegraph feature on the car

The Detail

Vanishingly rare Cresta Radford, and the sole survivor of the 25 examples produced
Finished in white with a red roof, red leather upholstery, and wooden inlays
14-inch wheels fitted with chrome covers and whitewall tyres
Smiths oil temperature gauge and ammeter
Push-button radio
Ceiling-mounted Smiths clock
AA and RAC grille badges
Towbar
Purchased by the seller in September 2025
Bodywork, interior, and underside said to have been restored
Stored under cover in winter
Many bushes replaced
No service history when purchased by seller, who has reportedly had the vehicle serviced over the winter

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