17th Mar, 2024 12:00
The Bolesworth Castle March 2024 Classic & Performance Car Auction
1971 Austin 1300
***NO RESERVE***
Registration – HUU 987K
Chassis No. – AA.SAS.751026A
M.O.T. – Exempt
Odometer – 36,703
The Austin 1100/1300, and its multi-brand BMC sister cars, was once the best-selling car in Britain. Yet these days, merely hundreds still remain, with ‘HUU 987K’ ranking amongst them, making this a comparatively rare survivor. Offered at No Reserve, this 1971 Austin 1300 displays a surprisingly low-mileage of 36,703, which service and MOT records would appear to support as credible. A Motor Check report shows no discrepancies for the car, which was registered on 1 November 1971. It has had just six previous keepers, with the current owner purchasing it in August 2022. Finished in distinctive Black Tulip – recorded as purple on documentation – it has a striking red contrast interior. The car is largely in original factory condition, but has benefited from some gentle modifications, including electronic ignition, alternator conversion and the installation of inertia reel seatbelts. Paintwork and interior are described by the vendor as being in ‘good’ condition, while the 1275cc A-Series engine is rated ‘excellent’. ‘HUU 987K’ comes complete with a history folder including a Haynes BLMC 1100 & 1300 owner’s workshop manual.
This 1971 Austin 1300 is from the ninth year of 1100/1300 production. The British brand was starting to turn attention to its replacement, the controversial Austin Allegro, which appeared in 1973. However, the Allegro never matched the success of its predecessor, which was launched in 1962 as a larger alternative to the fabulous Mini. Created by the same designer, Sir Alec Issigonis, the car was codenamed ADO16 and boasted similarly ingenious technical innovations such as a transverse engine and Hydrolastic suspension. The characterful bodywork was designed by Pininfarina and the car proved enormously popular. In its peak years, it accounted for 15% of all new cars sold, a figure that today’s car manufacturers can only dream of. More than 2.1 million were sold before production of this beloved British saloon ended in 1974.
In summary:
· A seven-owner car with records indicating a low mileage
· Offered at No Reserve
· 1275cc engine described as being in ‘excellent’ condition
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'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.
Sold for £1,912
(Inclusive of Buyer's Premium)
Registration – HUU 987K
Chassis No. – AA.SAS.751026A
M.O.T. – Exempt
Odometer – 36,703
The Austin 1100/1300, and its multi-brand BMC sister cars, was once the best-selling car in Britain. Yet these days, merely hundreds still remain, with ‘HUU 987K’ ranking amongst them, making this a comparatively rare survivor. Offered at No Reserve, this 1971 Austin 1300 displays a surprisingly low-mileage of 36,703, which service and MOT records would appear to support as credible. A Motor Check report shows no discrepancies for the car, which was registered on 1 November 1971. It has had just six previous keepers, with the current owner purchasing it in August 2022. Finished in distinctive Black Tulip – recorded as purple on documentation – it has a striking red contrast interior. The car is largely in original factory condition, but has benefited from some gentle modifications, including electronic ignition, alternator conversion and the installation of inertia reel seatbelts. Paintwork and interior are described by the vendor as being in ‘good’ condition, while the 1275cc A-Series engine is rated ‘excellent’. ‘HUU 987K’ comes complete with a history folder including a Haynes BLMC 1100 & 1300 owner’s workshop manual.
This 1971 Austin 1300 is from the ninth year of 1100/1300 production. The British brand was starting to turn attention to its replacement, the controversial Austin Allegro, which appeared in 1973. However, the Allegro never matched the success of its predecessor, which was launched in 1962 as a larger alternative to the fabulous Mini. Created by the same designer, Sir Alec Issigonis, the car was codenamed ADO16 and boasted similarly ingenious technical innovations such as a transverse engine and Hydrolastic suspension. The characterful bodywork was designed by Pininfarina and the car proved enormously popular. In its peak years, it accounted for 15% of all new cars sold, a figure that today’s car manufacturers can only dream of. More than 2.1 million were sold before production of this beloved British saloon ended in 1974.
In summary:
· A seven-owner car with records indicating a low mileage
· Offered at No Reserve
· 1275cc engine described as being in ‘excellent’ condition
.
'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: The Bolesworth Castle March 2024 Classic & Performance Car Auction, 17th Mar, 2024
Our March auction of classic and performance cars
Viewing Days:
Saturday 16th March,12 noon - 6pm
Sunday 17th March, 9am - 12 noon
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