One of approximately 700 Singer Roadster 4ADTs ever produced
Originally exported to the USA, returned to the UK and comprehensively restored
In current ownership since May 2014, purchased from the Chairman of the Singers Owners Club
Multiple award winner in open and club events for best in class
Complete interior refurbishment with light cream leather upholstery and maroon piping
The Appeal
The Singer Roadster 4ADT is an undeniably characterful car, initially created for the export market with only around 700 ever produced. One of the last of the Singer Roadsters, they were a great ambassador for what - at the time - was one of the UK's biggest car manufacturers.
This particular US market example is a multiple award winner, having won several awards in open and club events for best in class since it was restored on British soil. The interior has been completely refurbished with light cream leather upholstery and maroon piping, while the car's lustre paintwork shines very nicely. Make no bones about it - this is a superb prospect for any discerning collector.
History and Paperwork
Factory records show date of manufacture as 1953
Originally exported to Vaughn Motors in the USA
Returned to the UK in April 1990 and was completely restored by Mr. Trevor Cornelius
Re-registered on October 26th 1992 with current age-related registration plate
Purchased by the current owner in May 2014 from the Chairman of the Singers Owners Club
Regular routine maintenance has been performed, with receipts kept for parts and work
The car has been MOT’d each year during current ownership, with a valid MOT until May 2025
The car has won several awards in open and club events for best in class
Currently indicates 57,098 miles on a five-figure odometer
Paperwork file includes:
Numerous pieces of USA history
Plenty of invoices
Correspondence from the Singers Owners Club
Certificate from the Coventry Autio Museum
Numerous trophies and rosettes
Photographic record of restoration
V5c document
The Condition
Built on an ash frame with aluminium and steel body panels
Underwent a full restoration and respray of all body panels in the 1990s
Paintwork has a deep lustre and has been regularly polished
Chrome work is in very good condition, much of it has been restored and regularly cleaned and polished
Door frames twisted slightly during storage prior to current ownership, but the doors still close properly
Chassis is made of steel and appears in smart condition for its age
Interior was completely stripped out and refurbished during restoration under current ownership
This included all seats being rebuilt and professionally upholstered in light cream leather with maroon piping
New carpets and trim were also fitted throughout
New hood, side screens, and tonneau were professionally installed
The Mechanics
Very responsive 1,500cc twin carb overhead cam engine
Manual transmission with 4 gears
Factory listed/recommended parts have been used for overhauls, such as in the ignition system
Mechanical improvements include:
Professionally rebuilt and re-tuned carburettors
Overhauled ignition system
Renewed exhaust system
Overhauled braking system
Refurbished wheels, and upgraded tyres
Ready to be used
We've no reports of any mechanical faults
The car reportedly starts easily and runs as expected
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