1937 Austin 10 Clifton

Highlights

• Originally purchased by Express Dairies as one of two promotional vehicles
• Garage stored
• The vendor states the car is mechanically sound
• No history of major structural issues or insurance write-offs

The Appeal

The Austin 10 is a charming pre-war saloon that represents accessible vintage motoring at its most appealing. With its 1,100cc side-valve four-cylinder engine and four-speed manual gearbox, the Clifton offered a refined step up from the smaller Austins of the 1930s, and would prove to be one of their most enduring, continuing production all the way through the Second World War.

This particular example carries notable provenance, having been originally purchased by United Dairies in 1937 as one of a pair of promotional vehicles, with its sister car bearing the registration DUU 542. The ownership history is well-documented from new, tracing a path through a series of keepers in the north-east of England before the car was extensively restored. The vendor reports it is mechanically sound and cruises comfortably at around 30mph.

Key Information

• Mileage: 3,934 miles indicated (odometer has been replaced)
• Country of registration: United Kingdom
• Technical inspection status: MOT-exempt
• Technical specs: 1,100cc four-cylinder inline side-valve petrol, four-speed manual
• Paperwork: No specific documentation mentioned by the vendor

The Detail

• Fine overall order with some slight cracks to the paintwork
• Handsome Maroon and black colour scheme
• No obvious dents or dings
• Soft-top roof in good overall order
• Complete with rumble seat
• Interior reported to be in good condition
• The vendor states the car starts well and cruises at approximately 30mph
• Petrol gauge not currently functioning
• Immobiliser fitted

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