Highlights
- Believed to be unique, with a rare Wingham coachbuilt body typically reserved for Rolls-Royce and Bentley chassis of the period
- Subject of a chassis-up rebuild during a previous 25-year period of single ownership
- Interior re-trimmed in dark red leather with mohair hood
- Full re-paint in Jet Black
The Appeal
The Hillman Hawk is a rare and imposing pre-war tourer, and this particular example - first registered in 1936 - is made all the more remarkable by its Wingham coachbuilt body, a handsome shell that was typically reserved for Rolls-Royce and Bentley chassis of the period. Believed to be unique, BKV 441 is a striking and substantial open tourer.
During a previous 25-year period of continuous ownership, this Hawk was subjected to a chassis-up rebuild, and it's still a fine looker, having attended a great many weddings under previous ownership. Since purchase by the vendor in 2018, it's been pampered and largely kept in dry, secure storage.
The vendor informs us that the smooth six-cylinder engine performs well and the four-speed gearbox is a delight to use. Recently collected from winter storage, it reportedly started on the fourth turn of the engine after months of stood static. It ticks plenty of boxes, and makes for a very unique rarity. Not to be missed!
Key Information
- Mileage: 8,120 miles (stated as correct, no supporting documentation mentioned)
- Country of registration: United Kingdom
- Technical inspection status: MOT exempt
- Technical specs: 4.0-litre six-cylinder petrol, 4-speed manual
- Paperwork: Small stock of invoices, V5c and photographic record of an engine rebuild
The Detail
- First registered in 1936, re-registered in 1983
- Purchased by the current keeper on 23rd February 2018
- Subject of a chassis-up rebuild during previous 25-year ownership
- Engine, gearbox and axle reconditioned as part of the restoration
- Brake overhaul carried out during the restoration
- New wiring loom fitted during the restoration
- Chrome work reconditioned and under-bonnet area detailed
- Interior re-trimmed in dark red leather, believed to have been carried out around 2000, covering seats, carpets, door cards and mohair hood
- Instruments refurbished
- Full re-paint in Jet Black carried out by the previous keeper
- Major engine work carried out, with accompanying report
- A few minor scrapes noted on the rear nearside wing
- The vendor describes the car's on-road behaviour as advanced for a pre-war design, with an effortless, post-war feel
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