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- 1952 Land Rover Series I 80"
1952 Land Rover Series I 80"
Lot Number 187
1952 Land Rover Series I 80"
A genuine UK, right-hand drive, SWB Series I in Bronze Green from 23 years current ownership.
- NOT SOLD
Bid online during our live auction or at The Saleroom.
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BODY COLOUR
Bronze Green -
DRIVE
RHD -
REG NUMBER
ASL 694 -
ODOMETER READING
58920 Miles
SUMMARY
A genuine UK, right-hand drive, SWB Series I in Bronze Green from 23 years current ownership.
DESCRIPTION
- Acquired by our vendor in July 1999 after a professional restoration in Kidderminster
- Three previous owners in the Worcestershire area, the last being a small holding from 1971 until restored. A duplicate green log book dating back to 1966 is provided (original registration number was MAC 561)
- It was built in November 1950 and despatched to Land Rover Experimental Department, Heritage Certificate provided, so it is a 1951 model with the lights through the grille and side lights in the bulkhead. First registered in April 1952 and sold to Holloway & Sons, the Land Rover dealer in Worcester
- Fitted with a Type 1117 2-litre engine from a 1957 model modified to use an electronic ignition and choke system
- The current owner has kept it garaged, regularly serviced and in good order and made some sympathetic improvements including a new canvas top, spare wheel clamp, starting handle and grab handles on the rear body capping
- Fitted with a tow plate and towing jaw and supplied with a fitted car cover and a selection of spare parts
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 187
- Make
- LAND ROVER
- Model
- SERIES I
- Registration Number
- ASL 694
- MOT Expiry
- Exempt
- Chassis Number
- 16100673
- Engine Number
- 111792086
- Transmission
- Manual
- Body Colour
- Bronze Green
CONSIGNOR
Alex Newton
- Classic Car Specialist
- 01926 640888
- enquiries@classiccarauctions.co.uk
CCA VENDOR CONDITION REPORT
OVERALL:
81 / 135
Exterior
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Engine
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Vehicle History
Remarks
Built 14 Nov 1950 and despatched to Land Rover Experimental Department. First registered 30 Apr 1952 and sold to Holloway & Sons, Worcester 8 May 1952.
Restoration Notes
Full professional restoration 1998-99
About the CCA Vendor Condition Report
A lot's condition report is compiled based on information provided to CCA by the vendor of the lot. CCA has no access to lots prior to a sale but does review their condition on the day of the sale. CCA strongly recommends viewing a lot prior to a sale as it cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided. CCA will not entertain any disputes over vendor condition reports.
Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car
Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts
Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history
Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history
Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history
CONSIGNOR
Alex Newton
- CONSIGNOR
- 01926 640888
- enquiries@classiccarauctions.co.uk
Vehicles can be collected from The Warwickshire Event Centre, CV31 1XN, on Sunday 11th December between 10am and 3pm and Monday 12th September between 9am and 1pm.
Our transport partners, EM Rogers, can assist with collection and delivery. Please contact them on 01604 755511 or trafficdesk@emrogers.co.uk for a quote.
Due to venue restrictions we need to be clear of The WEC by 1pm on Monday 12th therefore any motor vehicles not collected by this time will be taken to our transport partners storage facility in Northampton for a fee of £150 plus VAT. Storage will be charged at £10 plus VAT per day.
