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- The Practical Classics Classic Car and Restoration Show Sale 2023
- 1947 Nash 600 Super 4-Door Brougham Trunkback Saloon
1947 Nash 600 Super 4-Door Brougham Trunkback Saloon
Lot Number: 175
1947 Nash 600 Super 4-Door Brougham Trunkback Saloon
Possibly the only one of its kind in the UK and what a stunner. Two documented owners, 80,000 miles and a fascinating history.
- NOT SOLD
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 25th March, 2023 at 11.00am GMT at NEC, Birmingham, B40 1NT
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BODY COLOUR
Yellow -
DRIVE
LHD -
REG NUMBER
VSJ 290 -
ODOMETER READING
80000 Miles
SUMMARY
Possibly the only one of its kind in the UK and what a stunner. Two documented owners, 80,000 miles and a fascinating history.
DESCRIPTION
- So called because it offered a range of 600 miles from a tank of fuel, the Nash 600 is fitted with an 82bhp, 2.8-litre flat-head, straight-six and a 3-speed manual, column-change gearbox
- This lovely 600 was supplied new in June 1947 by Marshall Nash of Missouri and remained with its first owner and her family for 53-years until it was imported into the UK in 2000
- Purchased by our vendor at that point, it’s been a labour of love ever since
- This car has been subject to an ongoing restoration and mild upgrade process leaving us with this stunning finished article. Please take a look at the condition report for a more detailed description
- Naturally, it has been very successful at shows, winning numerous trophies and, if the car’s next owner is also keen, there is a lifetime of shows and fetes ahead
- This is really special – just two owners in 75 years, less than 80,000 miles, superbly maintained and as bright as a summer’s day.
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 175
- Make
- NASH
- Model
- 600 SEDAN
- Variant
- Four door
- Registration Number
- VSJ 290
- MOT Expiry
- Exempt
- Chassis Number
- KE24492
- Engine Number
- K173038
- Transmission
- Manual
- Body Colour
- Yellow
GALLERY
CONSIGNOR
Alex Newton
- Classic Car Specialist
- enquiries@iconicauctioneers.com
SCORE:
109 / 135
Exterior
Bodywork:
Glass:
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Remarks
•An external refresh took place in 2014 and included a professional repaint in a striking shade of yellow to match the period Indy 500 Pace Car, new glass, screens and rubbers all around, original Nash hub caps, Nash dealership number plate topper and period-correct Firestone white-wall tyres
Interior
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Remarks
•The interior has also had a restoration but cleverly retains an original feel. Fully reupholstered in ochre leather including the bench seats and door cards, new bespoke carpets, new headlining made using Rolls-Royce fabric, a Nash-branded torch on the steering column, period 1950s temperature gauge in a machined mount, originally-fitted Nash ‘Weathereye’ system, original rear clip-in window blinds in their original box, the original dash-mounted clock and its original Motorola radio
Engine
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Remarks
•Fittingly, the engine did not escape our vendor’s attention with a full machine shop rebuild 10,000 miles ago including a crank and cam regrind, cylinders bored out and new bearings, pistons and gaskets •Upgrades include electronic ignition, a conversion from a dynamo to an alternator and an improved and uprated cooling system in the interests of reliability
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Vehicle History
Remarks
•The car is supplied with a huge and fascinating paperwork file, including a host of Nash related memorabilia fastidiously collected over the years by the current owner including brochures, advertisements, and assorted memorabilia related to the car and to Nash. Key documents include the current V5C, numerous bills and invoices from over 20 years of first-class maintenance and many documents relating to its original supply and ownership. The current owners have even created a fascinating “relic board” featuring materials saved from the car during various stages of improvement and restoration
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
TBC
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