1974 Vauxhall Magnum Estate 1800

Lot Number: 158

1974 Vauxhall Magnum Estate 1800

An extremely rare Vauxhall Magnum Estate, single family-owned from new and believed to be one of the very few examples remaining.

There is a Sale Room Notice on this lot, please read this before placing a bid

  • Sold for: £4,891

LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Sunday 24th March, 2024 at 12.00pm GMT at NEC, Birmingham, B40 1NT

  • Body Colour

    BODY COLOUR
    Goodwood Green Starmist

  • Drive

    DRIVE
    RHD

  • Registration Number

    REG NUMBER
    SRP 573N

  • Odometer Reading

    ODOMETER READING
    82000 Miles

SALE ROOM NOTICE

Please note -this vehicle has a fresh MOT until 18th of March 2025.

SUMMARY

An extremely rare Vauxhall Magnum Estate, single family-owned from new and believed to be one of the very few examples remaining.

DESCRIPTION

  • Magnum was the name given to the larger-engined (1.8 and 2.3-litre) variants of the Viva HC between 1973 and 1978
  • The interior was more luxurious with better trim and all models had twin headlights and sported 'Rostyle' wheels
  • The 1800 was powered by Vauxhall's 1,759cc 'slant-four' offering 77bhp and 93mph
  • This is one of 27 known examples left according to DVLA records
  • Single family-owned from brand new, three former keepers and our vendor. 82,000 miles
  • Magazine featured in Practical Classics magazine (September 2022)
  • Supplied with its original Bill of Sale. Will have a fresh MOT before the sale

N.B. Better quality images to follow.

SPECIFICATION

Lot Number
158
Make
VAUXHALL
Model
MAGNUM
Variant
ESTATE
Registration Number
SRP 573N
MOT Expiry
Exempt
Chassis Number
9F15JDX135713
Engine Number
3175221
Transmission
Manual
Body Colour
Goodwood Green Starmist

GALLERY

CONSIGNOR

Consignor

For further information regarding this lot please contact Richard.

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SCORE:

80 / 135

Exterior


Bodywork:

Glass:

Paint:

Chrome:

Trim:

Remarks

Bodywork very good. Had a lot of paintwork done a few years ago, and still looks fresh. Haven't found any invoices for it yet though.

Interior


Door-Cards:

Carpets:

Seating:

Headlining:

Dashboard:

Boot:

Remarks

Tidy and original. Drivers door card damaged, but will be professionally fixed before it goes to auction.

Engine


Components:

Appearance:

Starting:

Running:

Remarks

Drives well as far as I can tell, no misfire. Had Head Gasket replaced 9 years ago, done about 1000 miles since.

Transmission


Gears:

Clutch:

Drive-Shaft:

Remarks

Manual, works ok.

Running Gear


Axles:

Chassis:

Suspension:

Bearings:

Brakes:

Wheels & Tyres:

Remarks

All works ok.

Electrics


Minor:

Major:

Remarks

Very few electrics in the car, works ok.

Vehicle History

Remarks

So the Magnum is now motd, expires 19/03/25. Carried out engine and oil filter change too. Door cards have been fixed, but the screw for the drivers door handle snapped and I’ve ran out of time/will power to fix that. So the window does go up fine, but you have to hold the handle on whilst you wind! Cabin heater cable has snapped, so can’t change hot/cold from inside and coolant temp gauge doesn’t work. Doesn’t overheat as I’ve checked it all with the thermal camera! That’s all I have found. Runs nice now, done a few miles in it with no problems! Been in 1 family since new. My uncles Dad bought from new, was passed down to my uncle and then passed onto my Dad. He passed away last year, so car is now going. Not too many invoices as my Dad and my uncle did most the work at weekend at my Dad's garage. My Dad was a mechanic and owned his own Garage, so did know what he was doing!


Restoration Notes

Light restoration from around 2006-2008.

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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