Highlights

Described by seller as ‘the best in the UK’
40,000 miles from new verified by seller
Same family owned from new until 2024
Comprehensive history file including original buff log book
Complete with period Brexton picnic set
Well-maintained largely by the same mechanic throughout its life
Voluntary advisory free MOT completed today 26/11/2025 (Valid for 12 months)

The Appeal

In austere post war Britain, those looking to latch onto some Rolls-Royce, lord of the manor charm, but with less deep pockets, chose Humber’s regal Super Snipe. After all, it was the car favoured by Field Marshall ‘Monty’ Montgomery and the Royal Family too.

Essentially a six-cylinder Hawk, the Super Snipe mixed transatlantic styling with some firmly traditional wood and leather luxury trim. The Series 3, introduced in late 1960, leaned into the Americana with its quartet of headlights. Today, these exceptionally rare cars make excellent show cars and, of course, are eligible for Goodwood’s elite parking areas.

The vendor tells us that this beautiful maroon 1961 Series 3 is ‘the best in the country.’ It certainly has the provenance to match the condition. It was in the same family from new until 2024, when it passed to its mechanic. We are told it has covered only 40,000 miles, which the seller verifies.

As an alternative to the more common 60s luxury saloons, the handsome Super Snipe is compelling. This car’s interesting history adds to its appeal.

History and Paperwork

First registered 5th September 1961
Originally wore first keeper’s personal registration GC 55
Two keepers from new
Current keeper since April 2024
Remained with the original keeper until 2024
Sold by original keeper's family to his trusted mechanic
Comprehensive history file accompanies the vehicle
All handbooks, service books and the original buff log book
Two sets of original keys included
Original keeper’s "Order of the Road" Certificate included
Suitable candidate for shows and events such as the Goodwood Revival
Vendor states that the car has covered 40,000 miles from new which the seller verifies

The Condition

Very well kept car in dark maroon with paintwork in good order as shown
Bodywork also appears well kept with vendor rating the car highly as above
Extensive chromework in good order, including bumpers and grilles
Cream steel wheels with chrome hub caps and a matching steel spare
Neat period details include windscreen sun visor
Underside as shown, which appears to have been undersealed
Grey leather interior with front bench seat
Leather in good order with light age typical of its originality
Extensive walnut veneers to dashboard and door cappings in good order
Original features include two-spoke wheel and classic radio
Headlining in matching light grey in very good condition as shown
Original Brexton picnic set stored in the trunk, adding period charm
The vendor states the vehicle "needs absolutely nothing"

The Mechanics

2,965cc ‘Armstrong Siddely’ straight-six engine
3spd manual transmission with overdrive
Maintained by the same mechanic throughout most of its life
Current keeper is the mechanic who maintained the car for the previous keeper
The vendor reports the car is ready for the upcoming show season

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