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- The Classic Sale at the Practical Classics Classic Car and Restoration Show 2025
- 1953 Austin A30 Race Car
1953 Austin A30 Race Car
Lot Number: 253
1953 Austin A30 Race Car
Built to the exacting standards of the HRDC Academy Series, this example, Academy Chassis #12, is a proven front-runner, having achieved class podiums at Goodwood and an impressive 2nd place finish at the Silverstone Classic in 2017.
- ESTIMATE: £15,000 - £18,000
+ buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)
You can choose to bid in the room, by phone, online or via commission.
LIVE AUCTION: This lot will be auctioned on Saturday 22nd March, 2025 at 11.00am GMT at NEC, Birmingham, B40 1NT
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BODY COLOUR
Coronet Cream/White -
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RHD -
REG NUMBER
104 XVH -
ODOMETER READING
37102 Miles
SUMMARY
Built to the exacting standards of the HRDC Academy Series, this example, Academy Chassis #12, is a proven front-runner, having achieved class podiums at Goodwood and an impressive 2nd place finish at the Silverstone Classic in 2017.
DESCRIPTION
- Julius Thurgood’s HRDC Academy has transformed the humble Austin A30 and A35 into an exhilarating, tightly contested one-make racing series, with grids of these charismatic 1950s saloons battling door-to-door at Goodwood, Silverstone Classic, and other premier historic events, all with sealed 1275cc units
- Originally prepared by Westbourne Motors and built to the exacting standards of the HRDC Academy Series
- This car, Academy Chassis No. 12, is a proven front-runner, having achieved class podiums at Goodwood and an impressive 2nd place finish at the Silverstone Classic 2017
- Howard Donald (Take That) drove this car in the Celebrity Race at Goodwood in 2016
- Currently road registered, 104 XVH, offering the option of entering events with an on-road element
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 253
- Make
- AUSTIN
- Model
- A30
- Registration Number
- 104 XVH
- MOT Expiry
- Exempt
- Chassis Number
- AS4175031
- Engine Number
- 9MUH388376
- Transmission
- Manual
- Body Colour
- Coronet Cream/White
GALLERY
CONSIGNOR
Alex Lucocq
- Car Specialist
- alex@iconicauctioneers.com
SCORE:
81 / 135
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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
Please note all lots must be removed from the venue no later than 2pm on Monday 24th March. Collections will be from 9am - 2pm. If you cannot collect yourself, please do get in touch with our transport partner, EM Rogers, who will be happy to help you.
Uplift by EM Rogers back to their storage facility in Northampton is £175 plus VAT. Storage is £10 plus VAT per day for the first seven days and £40 plus VAT per week thereafter.
For larger vehicles such as vans, transporters etc. please contact EM Rogers on +44 (0)1604 755511 for a quote.
If you cannot collect, or do not let us know transport arrangements before noon on 24th February, we will send the car to EM Rogers on your behalf.
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