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1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New

1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold
1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New-Sold

Lot Number: 378

1997 London Taxi International TX1 - 12 Miles from New

Surely the lowest mileage and most original TX1 to ever reach the open market. 12 miles from new, single ownership and offered in time warp condition.

  • Sold for: £25,875

LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Wednesday 5th June, 2024 at 5.30pm BST at Honourable Artillery Company

  • Body Colour

    BODY COLOUR
    Black

  • Drive

    DRIVE
    RHD

  • Registration Number

    REG NUMBER
    R90 CAB

  • Odometer Reading

    ODOMETER READING
    12 Miles

SUMMARY

Surely the lowest mileage and most original TX1 to ever reach the open market. 12 miles from new, single ownership and offered in time warp condition.

DESCRIPTION

The much-loved Fairway Taxi was a tough act to follow, having been in production for nearly 30 years and becoming a staple part of London’s culture and aesthetic, but the TX1 thankfully carried the Fairway’s torch very well indeed. Manufactured by London Taxis International (formerly Carbodies), it was introduced in 1997 as the successor to the Fairway (FX4) and was a significant evolution in London's black cab lineage.

Aesthetically, the TX1 retained the general shape of its predecessor, with its distinctive high roofline and boxy silhouette, however it incorporated more modern, sleeker design elements as well as improvements in safety and functionality. The interior boasted several updates including improved accessibility for passengers, better ventilation and better interior amenities. The engine/gearbox remained the same as the final Fairway's, fitted with Nissan’s TD27 2.7-litre diesel engine and 3-speed automatic gearbox.

R90 CAB is an extremely early TX1, first registered to its one and only registered keeper on 17th November 1997. It was fitted with a wheelchair access ramp, sliding partition window with intercom system, and a taxi meter/fare light in preparation for a life on the streets, but that was not to be.

As with its sister car, R80 CAB, it's on offer from the same single ownership, presenting in the same as new, ‘time-warp’ condition, with just 13 miles covered. Its supplied with its original documentation, service record, handbook, both sets of keys and even the original sales brochure all in as new condition. This is surely the lowest mileage, most original, and most unrepeatable TX1 taxi ever to reach the open market.

Upon its purchase back in 1997, R90 CAB was mothballed alongside R80 CAB, an extremely late production Fairway, with both being professionally stored under dust covers in temperature controlled units at significant cost. They were only ever woken from slumber once a year to be recommissioned with new oils, filters, fuel, run up to temperature and gently exercised. With the exception of the above consumables, everything on the vehicle is original, including the intact LTI protective wrappings from the factory. All the usual attributes associated with a London black cab are present and in working order including the infamous orange ‘Taxi’ light adorning the roof.

R90 CAB is surely the lowest mileage TX1 in existence and would look at home in any Collection, museum or London-themed environment. In common with R80 CAB, it's offered at a very reasonable estimate and wouldn’t it be great to see this pair stick together.

SPECIFICATION

Lot Number
378
Make
LONDON TAXI INTERNATIONAL
Model
TX1
Registration Number
R90 CAB
MOT Expiry
13/05/2024
Chassis Number
SCRT3A3MEVC100083
Engine Number
TD27-564116
Transmission
Automatic
Body Colour
Black

GALLERY

CONSIGNOR

Consignor

For further information regarding this lot please contact Harry.

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