Highlights
- Rebuilt by Vintage Wings Saddleworth and Garner Restorations Ambleside
- Converted to Vanden Plas 12/70 bodies as fitted on three TA14 chassis post-war
- Only TA14 with the replica Vanden Plas body
- Current keeper since 1980
- Detailed history from around 1976
- Unique and very well kept Alvis sports tourer
The Appeal
In the immediate post war years Vanden Plas built three 12/70 Alvis tourers. This beautiful TA14 carefully replicates their svelte bodywork. Since none of the originals survive, it is a unique car, a very special piece of Alvis history and a stylish and usable classic car.
The restoration work was begun in 1983 but only completed in 2006, involving two well regarded vintage restorers. It covered the conversion to aluminium Vanden Plas bodywork and an interior retrim. The ash frame was replaced. Since then it has been very sparingly used - covering just 1,000 miles in the last eight years - and so remains in very good order.
The condition has been helped along by ongoing investment, including new tyres, stainless steel fuel tank, radiator, carpets, brake upgrades, new clutch and engine and gearbox mounts.
This is a unique opportunity to own a piece of British motoring history. It is a lovely car that combines classic charm with a unique twist.
History and Paperwork
- First registered 6th April 1948
- Vendor reports two former registered keepers
- DVLA records two previous keepers
- Current keeper since 23rd August 1980
- Record of car’s history shown in photographs
- Restoration work completed between 1983 and 2006
- Rebuilt by Vintage Wings, Saddleworth and Garner Restorations Ambleside
- Converted from a saloon to a replica of Vanden Plas 12/70 bodies fitted on three TA14 chassis post-war
- These cars no longer exists but there are photographic records of them
- Detailed history from around 1976
- Servicing done by the owner who is a professional engineer
- He was assisted by a retired qualified motor mechanic
- The vehicle has little or no paperwork as the service book missing
- The invoices and photographs for the restoration and workshop manual and parts lists etc will be included plus a quantity of tools
- Last MOT expired on 11th August 2013 with 828 miles showing and no advisories
- Odometer is now showing 828 miles
- Reported to have covered 1,000 miles in last 8 years so odometer may not be working
The Condition
- 12/70 Vanden Plas bespoke bodywork finished in silver metallic
- Paintwork is well kept aside from a small scuff to passenger side wing
- Chassis and body reported to be in good condition
- Undersealed with minimal rust and corrosion
- New leather seats and interior linings fitted during restoration completed in 2006
- New carpets fitted in the last five years
- Car presents well and often receives compliments on its appearance
- New ash frame and aluminium body fitted during restoration
- Sits on steel wheels with smart chrome hub caps
- Chromework in good order with no noticeable deterioration
- Interior veneers and Smiths dials in good order
The Mechanics
- 1,892cc engine 4cyl Alvis engine
- 4spd manual gearbox
- Vendor reports that the car runs well but could be improved due to limited use
- Restoration completed in 2006
- Regular maintenance since refurbishment completed with improvement below
- Sparing but regular use over the last eight years
Recent improvements since 2006 include:
- New tyres
- Stainless steel petrol tank
- New radiator
- Speedo cable
- Brake improvements
- New clutch
- Engine and gearbox mountings
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