26th Jun, 2021 12:00
Online Auction of Classic Cars, Motorbikes, Registrations & Automobilia
1952 Singer 9 Roadster Series 4A
Registration - XHK 598
Chassis No. - 4A4408T
M.O.T. - Exempt
Odometer - 75,961
This beautifully-presented 4A appears to have led a very sheltered life, having only had five owners in 69 years, who’ve amassed a total of just 75,961 miles between them. It was actually manufactured in 1949 but for some reason not registered until February 11, 1952, when it was purchased by a Mr Laurence Ellis of Great Sutton. He retained the car until December 1983, when the title passed to a Mr Harold Jones of Wrexham. The subsequent keepers have been a Mr Vic Morris of Oswestry, a Mr Peter Smith of Skipton and then the vendor, Mr Brian O’Donnell of Wybunbury. He took possession of it in March 2015, since when it has been used as a show vehicle on behalf of his business – Memory Lane Classics. It unsurprisingly engendered much admiration when featured on the Singer club stand at the 2019 NEC Classic Car Show.
Its red four-seat bodywork is matched by burgundy-coloured leather interior trim and carpets and it rides on red-painted steel wheels, all of which is complemented by suitably shiny brightwork. The vendor currently considers the bodywork, paintwork, upholstery, 1074cc engine and four-speed manual transmission to all be in ‘good’ order. This charming roadster comes complete with full weather equipment, flashing indicators (its semaphore arms are still in place), driver’s side rear-view mirror, tools, and chrome badge bar.
The roadster was a two-door convertible version of the Bantam saloon and first sold in 1939. The model re-emerged virtually unchanged after the war up until the 4A variant of 1949 that featured a Solex carburettor in place of the original SU, a four rather than three-speed gearbox and a roomier interior.
In summary:
- A very well presented example
- Low mileage for its age of 75,961
- Comes with details of all its five owners to date
Location of Vehicle - Buerton, Cheshire
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Estimated at £15,000 - £16,000Registration - XHK 598
Chassis No. - 4A4408T
M.O.T. - Exempt
Odometer - 75,961
This beautifully-presented 4A appears to have led a very sheltered life, having only had five owners in 69 years, who’ve amassed a total of just 75,961 miles between them. It was actually manufactured in 1949 but for some reason not registered until February 11, 1952, when it was purchased by a Mr Laurence Ellis of Great Sutton. He retained the car until December 1983, when the title passed to a Mr Harold Jones of Wrexham. The subsequent keepers have been a Mr Vic Morris of Oswestry, a Mr Peter Smith of Skipton and then the vendor, Mr Brian O’Donnell of Wybunbury. He took possession of it in March 2015, since when it has been used as a show vehicle on behalf of his business – Memory Lane Classics. It unsurprisingly engendered much admiration when featured on the Singer club stand at the 2019 NEC Classic Car Show.
Its red four-seat bodywork is matched by burgundy-coloured leather interior trim and carpets and it rides on red-painted steel wheels, all of which is complemented by suitably shiny brightwork. The vendor currently considers the bodywork, paintwork, upholstery, 1074cc engine and four-speed manual transmission to all be in ‘good’ order. This charming roadster comes complete with full weather equipment, flashing indicators (its semaphore arms are still in place), driver’s side rear-view mirror, tools, and chrome badge bar.
The roadster was a two-door convertible version of the Bantam saloon and first sold in 1939. The model re-emerged virtually unchanged after the war up until the 4A variant of 1949 that featured a Solex carburettor in place of the original SU, a four rather than three-speed gearbox and a roomier interior.
In summary:
- A very well presented example
- Low mileage for its age of 75,961
- Comes with details of all its five owners to date
Location of Vehicle - Buerton, Cheshire
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Auction: Online Auction of Classic Cars, Motorbikes, Registrations & Automobilia, 26th Jun, 2021
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