29th Nov, 2022 13:00
November 2022 Classics Auction
1931 Armstrong Siddeley 12/6
Registration - KX 6431
Chassis No. - TBC
M.O.T. - Exempt
Odometer - TBC
According to its accompanying paperwork, this charming six-light 12/6 Armstrong saloon was first registered to a Henry Dagworthy of Honiton in Devon on February 13, 1931. In recent times it has been resprayed in its original livery of blue over black and treated to an engine rebuild, radiator re-core and five new tyres. The vendor now describes the bodywork as ‘sound’, the blue vinyl interior trim as ‘original but tired’ and the pre-selector transmission as ‘working perfectly’. In summary he currently grades the engine, gearbox and bodywork as ‘excellent’, the paintwork as ‘good’ and the upholstery as ‘average’, but volunteers that neither the windscreen wiper nor interior light are presently in working order. He is now offering this rare 12/6 complete with opening windscreen, luggage rack, sphinx radiator mascot, original buff log book and history file containing a selection of invoices, including that for the 2021 engine rebuild by TRC of Huntly, Aberdeenshire. A highly usable pre-war classic begging to be enjoyed.
Armstrong’s 12/6 model was in production from 1928 to 1935, during which time a total of 12,500 examples were created. At launch it was powered by a 1236cc side-valve engine that was notable for being the smallest six-cylinder unit on the UK market. The sale car is one of 7,750 MKII versions which benefited from a slightly enlarged 1434cc derivative of the powerplant linked to a three-speed pre-selector gearbox. Autocar described the 12/6 as having “no pretensions to sports car performance”, and it’s true that the top speed lay somewhere short of 60mph, but at c.30mpg the fuel consumption compared well with that of the period’s rival offerings.
In summary:
- Recently resprayed in the original livery of blue over black
- Treated to five new tyres in 2019 and an engine rebuild in 2021
- Comes with its original log book and sphinx radiator mascot
'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 £3,712
(Inclusive of Buyer's Premium)
Registration - KX 6431
Chassis No. - TBC
M.O.T. - Exempt
Odometer - TBC
According to its accompanying paperwork, this charming six-light 12/6 Armstrong saloon was first registered to a Henry Dagworthy of Honiton in Devon on February 13, 1931. In recent times it has been resprayed in its original livery of blue over black and treated to an engine rebuild, radiator re-core and five new tyres. The vendor now describes the bodywork as ‘sound’, the blue vinyl interior trim as ‘original but tired’ and the pre-selector transmission as ‘working perfectly’. In summary he currently grades the engine, gearbox and bodywork as ‘excellent’, the paintwork as ‘good’ and the upholstery as ‘average’, but volunteers that neither the windscreen wiper nor interior light are presently in working order. He is now offering this rare 12/6 complete with opening windscreen, luggage rack, sphinx radiator mascot, original buff log book and history file containing a selection of invoices, including that for the 2021 engine rebuild by TRC of Huntly, Aberdeenshire. A highly usable pre-war classic begging to be enjoyed.
Armstrong’s 12/6 model was in production from 1928 to 1935, during which time a total of 12,500 examples were created. At launch it was powered by a 1236cc side-valve engine that was notable for being the smallest six-cylinder unit on the UK market. The sale car is one of 7,750 MKII versions which benefited from a slightly enlarged 1434cc derivative of the powerplant linked to a three-speed pre-selector gearbox. Autocar described the 12/6 as having “no pretensions to sports car performance”, and it’s true that the top speed lay somewhere short of 60mph, but at c.30mpg the fuel consumption compared well with that of the period’s rival offerings.
In summary:
- Recently resprayed in the original livery of blue over black
- Treated to five new tyres in 2019 and an engine rebuild in 2021
- Comes with its original log book and sphinx radiator mascot
'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: November 2022 Classics Auction, 29th Nov, 2022
Our November auction of classic, modern classic and prestige cars and motorbikes will take place at Mavericks in Holywell, North Wales (half an hour’s drive from Chester).
There will be free parking for auction attendees.
Entries are now being invited, and sellers will benefit from Hampson’s unique offering of zero entry fee and zero sellers commission for physical auctions, meaning that vendors keep 100% of the hammer price achieved for their vehicles.
If you wish to consign your vehicle to this auction, you can request a valuation here or by calling one of the Hampson Auctions team on 01606 828124
Viewing Days:
Monday 28th November 2pm - 7pm
Tuesday 29th November 9am - 1pm
Mavericks
8 Moyston Road Business Park
Llannerch-y-Môr,
Holywell
CH8 9DQ
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