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- 1929 Austin Seven Chummy
1929 Austin Seven Chummy
Lot Number: 416
1929 Austin Seven Chummy
This charming Chummy is an older restoration that remains in top form.
There is a Sale Room Notice on this lot, please read this before placing a bid
- Sold for: £15,750
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Sunday 26th March, 2023 at 11.00am GMT at NEC, Birmingham, B40 1NT
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REG NUMBER
CC 8647
SALE ROOM NOTICE
Regretfully withdrawn
SUMMARY
This charming Chummy is an older restoration that remains in top form.
DESCRIPTION
- The Austin 7 Chummy was so called because it was a rather compact four-seater that required the occupants to be a little close, friendly even, but the name suits the car in so many ways.
- This super example departed the Longbridge factory in 1929 and was despatched to Braid Bros Autoplace prior to joining its first owner. It retains its original registration number, CC 8647, to this day
- ‘Jane’ as she is named, seems to have spent the majority of her life in Wales and the ownership history goes back to 1946 but nothing before
- The 1929 models offered the best of all Austin 7 worlds retaining the nickel radiator and dainty wings but offering more space inside, the slightly more powerful 10.5bhp engine, new forward position headlights, King of the Road wiper and benefiting from the 7" brakes introduced in 1928
- The little Chummy was discovered by Alwyn Williams and his father from Maenan in the Ewlow area in a sad condition having been used as a farm pick-up truck. They purchased the vehicle in 1969 and commenced a restoration to its current condition
- The hood is good but old so does show areas of age. We understand that it does drive extremely well for a Seven
- Anyone considering owning an Austin Seven will almost certainly know what they are looking for and we welcome and encourage you to view this gentle example
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 416
- Make
- AUSTIN
- Model
- SEVEN
- Registration Number
- CC 8647
- MOT Expiry
- Exempt
- Chassis Number
- 78880
- Engine Number
- A8/1446
- Transmission
- Manual
- Body Colour
- Maroon/Black
GALLERY
SPECIALIST
Stacey Williams
- Car Specialist
- 07472 250306
- stacey@iconicauctioneers.com
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SCORE:
85 / 135
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Vehicle History
Restoration Notes
Restored in 60's
About the Seller Rating
A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.
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
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