Highlights
- Older restoration in classic red with beige interior
- Very well presented car that’s a credit to its keepers
- Two registered UK keepers since 1998
- Recent new rear brake cylinders
The Appeal
The A was a new dawn for the Abingdon motoring minnow. Syd Enever’s aerodynamic body cleverly disguised the fact that much was borrowed from the earlier T-Types, but that was good news for buyers as it meant the A was equally rugged and reliable.
Most of these cars went to the USA when new as part of the ‘export or die’ drive, and this car was one of them. Originally finished in black, it returned to the UK in 1998 and was restored some years ago to classic sports car red. It is in fine condition, a reflection of the love and care of its two UK keepers. The paintwork and chromework shine, and the beige leather cabin has a lovely, gentle patina.
We are told that the car runs and drives ‘beautifully.’ Recent work includes replacing the brake cylinders.
Early 1500s retain those pure Enever lines, and this car looks a treat for enthusiasts of these popular British classics.
History and Paperwork
- First registered 1958
- Factory built in black for export to North America
- Chassis number HDA4358799 shows car built in late 1958
- Returned to UK and registered 1st April 1998
- Two registered keepers since returning to UK
- BMIHT certificate included
- Vendor states that car has been ‘lovingly maintained by the previous keeper’
The Condition
- Red paintwork in very good order with bright, polished and even finish
- As an older restoration, some minor signs of age should be expected outside
- Bodywork presents well with flush panel fit, including doors as shown
- Bright chromework in good order as shown
- Wire wheels are in great condition as shown
- Quality Toyo tyres fitted
- Vendor reports that car has very good underside
- Beige leather interior with original features
- These include four four-spoke sprung wheel and a Motorola radio
- Black tonneau included as shown
- Red carpets through the cabin and boot in good order
- Spare wheel with cover
The Mechanics
- 1,489cc 4cyl 68bhp engine
- 4spd manual gearbox
- Twin SU carburettors with pancake filters
- Recent new brake cylinders
- Vendor states that car ‘runs and drives beautifully’
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