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- The Classic and Performance Car Spectacular Sale 2024
- 1961 Bedford CA Camper Van
1961 Bedford CA Camper Van
Lot Number: 552
1961 Bedford CA Camper Van
Retro CA Camper from long term ownership and fully restored during that period.
- Sold for: £10,125
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 1st June, 2024 at 11.00am BST at Tatton Park, Knutsford, WA16 6QN
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BODY COLOUR
Blue -
REG NUMBER
XVS 440 -
ODOMETER READING
63800 Miles
SUMMARY
Retro CA Camper from long term ownership and fully restored during that period.
DESCRIPTION
- Introduced in 1952, the CA remained in production until 1969
- It shared its powertrain with the Vauxhall Victor – a simple, robust and easy-to-service 50bhp, 1,500cc inline four-cylinder engine
- The chassis was popular for aftermarket camper conversions. A pioneer in that field was Martin-Walter, best known for its Dormobile caravan
- This smart example dates from 1961 and has been with our vendor since 2010
- Treated to a complete restoration during that period including the bodywork, paintwork and a total retrim
- The engine and gearbox were fully rebuilt by Robinson Engineering of Dorset at a cost of £3,800 (fully receipted)
- Fitted with a pop-top, two-burner stove and a sink along with a rear-mounted wardrobe and two beds in the roof
- Ideal for historic events, shows and general fun and enjoyment
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 552
- Make
- BEDFORD
- Model
- CA CAMPER VAN
- Variant
- Camper Van
- Registration Number
- XVS 440
- MOT Expiry
- Exempt
- Chassis Number
- CALV209670
- Transmission
- Manual
- Body Colour
- Blue
GALLERY
CONSIGNOR
Simon Langsdale
- Car Specialist
- simon@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Simon.
CONTACTSCORE:
90 / 135
Exterior
Bodywork:
Glass:
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Engine
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Vehicle History
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
Due to venue restrictions, all vehicles must be collected on Monday 3rd June between 9am and 2pm.
Any vehicles not collected by this time will be transported to a secure storage facility in Northampton by our transport partner EM Rogers, the charges for which are £225 plus VAT for removal and £10 plus VAT per day for storage. We will make contact on Sunday to confirm how you will be removing your vehicle(s). If we do not hear back from you by 5pm on Sunday evening, we will arrange collection with EM Rogers on your behalf.
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