Lot 209 - 1955 12851 A40 Cambridge
| Lot Number | 209 |
| Registration | XVT284 |
| Chassis Number | GS5131784 |
| Odometer reading | 70,633 miles |
| Estimate | No Reserve |
| Result | Sold - £1,500 |
The Austin Cambridge (sold as A40, A50, A55, and A60) was sold
in several generations from September 1954 through to 1969 as cars
and to 1971 as light commercials. It replaced the A40 Somerset but
was entirely new with a modern unibody construction. The A40 number
was re-used on a smaller car (the Austin A40 Farina) from 1958 to
1967. Initially the Austin Cambridge was only offered with a
4-passenger, 4-door saloon body and, although a few pre-production
2-door models were also manufactured, they did not reach
production. It had a modern body design with integrated wings and a
full-width grill. Independent suspension was provided at the front
by coil springs and wishbones but a live axle with anti-roll bar
was retained at the rear. A 1200cc straight-4 pushrod engine based
on the one used in the previous Austin Somerset (although sharing
no parts) powered the new Austin Cambridge. A maximum power output
of 42bhp was claimed, with drive to the wheels by means of a
four-speed gear box controlled with a column-mounted lever. Some
30,666 A40 Cambridge models were produced.
This Austin A40 Cambridge was registered originally on 10th
December 1955 and is registered with the DVLA as a Historic
vehicle, thus making it MoT and Road Fund Licence exempt. Finished
in black with maroon trim, we are advised XVT284 runs well and has
been used regularly by the vendor. Offered at no reserve, this
Austin A40 is sure to attract attention.
Interested parties should satisfy themselves as to the description and condition of each lot prior to the sale. Accordingly, buyers are on notice that each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ subject to the Terms and Conditions for the auction. Buyers are advised to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out this service. Historics will not entertain disputes over descriptions.