1976 TRIUMPH DOLOMITE 1300- BRIGHTWELLS AUCTION

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  Brightwells next auction kicks of at noon on Wednesday 26th November, and they have consigned a varied collection of Classic Cars & Motorcycles that should suit everyones' taste & budget, from resto to concours

1976 TRIUMPH DOLOMITE 1300

Lot number	61
Estimate	£1,800 - £2,200
Description	Triumph Dolomite 1300
Registration	REA 17R
Year	1976
Colour	Beige
Engine size	1,296 cc
Chassis No.	WH 3947DL

In 1976 a replacement for the Toledo arrived in the form of the Dolomite 1300. The new Dolomite model was really a blend of old Toledo features (the single headlamp front end) mixed in with Dolomite ingredients such as the plusher interior trim and a longer, larger boot.
New equipment also included improved suspension, a larger petrol tank and wider wheels. It used the well tried 1,296cc engine that had been used in the Herald and Spitfire which was already well known for its relatively high power output and excellent reliability.
The Dolomite 1300 was launched with such luxuries as reclining front seats, cigar lighter, fasten seat belts warning light, driver’s door mirror, twin reversing lamps and dipping mirror all fitted as standard - although it is amazing today to think that any of these items warranted highlighting in the brochures of the time! Triumph also fitted lashings of wood veneer and with its pleated seats the whole interior looked very attractive. The Dolomite range was a huge success that inspired great loyalty in its customers and remained in production until 1980.
This well turned-out car shows just 52,600 miles on the clock which the vendor believes to be correct. Sadly just two MOTs are on file so this figure cannot be verified, although the clean condition of the vehicle would certainly add credence to this belief. The floorpan is in excellent condition and we are informed that everything works as it should. It starts well and has had a new fuel pump fitted recently while the previous owner stated that it had also had a new clutch fitted in recent times.
Although fitted with the smallest engine in the range, the willing unit performs well and is surprisingly economical. It is MOTd until July 2015, its modest size making it easy to use and reminding one of just how bloated cars have become in recent years.

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1970-1981 TRIUMPH TOLEDO/1500TC/DOLOMITE

Overview

Are you sitting comfortably? The Toledo was a 1300cc rear-wheel drive car that used the front-wheel-drive 1500’s body with a shorter nose and tail, but was launched at the same time. These rear-drive underpinning were used in the 1500’s replacement, the 1500TC, in 1973. That got the 1500’s full-length body. Both were renamed Dolomite in 1976, when you could have either 1300 or 1500 engines and rectangular headlamps, or, for driveway one-upmanship, the 1500HL with twin headlamps, more gauges and a better standard of trim. A cheap starter classic.

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Production: 220,017

Price at launch: £2441

Price (excellent): £1750

Price (good): £1250

Price (average): £700

Price (project): £200

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Performance

0-60mph:14.2secs

Top speed:91mph

Power:71bhp

Torque:84lb/ft

MPG:28mpg

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Engine

Configuration:in-line four

Aspiration:normal

Fuel:petrol

Fuel delivery:carburettor

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Chassis

Suspension Front: Independent, coil springs

Suspension Rear: Beam axle, coil springs

Drivetrain: front-engine RWD

Steering: rack and pinion

Bodyframe: metal monocoque

Transmission: Four-speed manual

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Dimensions

Length: 4125mm

Wheelbase: 2454mm

Width: 1588mm

Height: 1372mm

Weight: 980kgs

 

1966 SINGER GAZELLE Mk IV - BRIGHTWES AUCTION

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1966 SINGER GAZELLE Mk IV

 

Lot number	60
Estimate	No reserve
Description	Singer Gazelle MkIV
Registration	GFH 436D
Year	1966
Colour	Blue
Engine size	1,725 cc
Chassis No.	B706000971HS0
Engine No.	B706000971HSO

In 1956, Singer was taken over by the Rootes Group and the Gazelle was the first Singer to be produced following its acquisition, being badge-engineered version of the more mainstream Hillman Minx.
Both cars were built with the so-called 'Audax' body which incorporated significant input from the American-based Loewy Design Organisation (Raymond Loewy riding high on the acclaim he had garnered for his ground-breaking work for Studebaker). The Gazelle was distinguishable by its restyled nose, based around a traditional Singer grille. Under the bonnet, it also boasted Singer’s overhead cam engine with a single Solex carburettor.
In line with the prevailing ‘built-in obsolescence’ marketing strategy, the car kept getting small upgrades, each with a new designation, to let you keep one step ahead of the Joneses (provided your wallet could take it) and to ensure that there was always a better model to strive for.
So, pay attention now:
In September 1958 the car became the III, receiving better seats, enhanced at the front by a folding central arm rest. A new ‘duo-tone’ paint scheme was made available at the same time.
The IIIA of 1959 gained small tail fins and a larger windscreen. The engine was upgraded to twin Solex carburettors, distinguishing it from the Minx and lifting output to 60bhp. Home market cars got a floor gear change and as well as overdrive. Smith's Easidrive automatic transmission also became an option.
The 1960 IIIB received a new back axle featuring a hypoid bevel in place of the former model's spiral bevel.
In July 1961 the IIIc received a larger 1592cc engine was fitted, yielding 53bhp.
The IV was the last and rarest of the 'Audax' Gazelles. The engine was all new with a five bearing crankshaft and a capacity of 1725cc. Initially it developed 65bhp, but this was later reduced to 59bhp. Production finally came to an end in 1967.
Got that? Good, we’ll test you later.
This very late production 1725cc Gazelle IV is finished in blue with grey vinyl seats. Pleasingly, the car retains its original bill of sale from 23rd February 1967 when it was sold by Oscar Chess Ltd of Swansea to Mr Lloyd-Jones. Acquired by the Stondon Motor Museum in 1994, it has had only three owners in all and the recorded mileage of 32,845 is thought by the museum to be correct. Other paperwork consists of a handful of old MOT certificates and a V5 registration document.
Altogether a sought after variant of a handsome English sporting saloon with few owners and low miles.
Now, in what year did Smith's Easidrive transmission become an option? No cheating at the back!
AMENDMENT: This is a MkIV not a MkVI as stated in the heading in the printed catalogue.

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1955-1967 SINGER Gazelle

Overview

With the Rootes Group now in control of Singer, the marque was set to become another exercise in badge engineering, pitched between Hillman and Humber in the pecking order. However, in the new Gazelle of 1956 – a plusher version of the Hillman Minx – Singer’s 1497cc OHC engine was used at first, but was replaced in 1958 by Rootes’ own OHV unit. Saloons, estates (rare and worth 25% more) and convertibles (pay double for those) were all available. Rootes updated the Gazelle almost every year until production ended in 1967, by then it had a 1725cc engine and less curves.

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Production: 83,061
Price at launch: £898
Price (excellent): £2650
Price (good): £2000
Price (average): £1000
Price (project): £350

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Performance

0-60mph:21.4secs
Top speed:82mph
Power:53bhp
Torque:87lb/ft
MPG:28mpg

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Engine

Configuration:in-line four
Aspiration:normal
Fuel: Petrol
Fuel delivery:carburettor

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Chassis

Suspension Front: Independent, coil spring
Suspension Rear: Live axle, semi-elliptic leaf spring
Drivetrain: front-engine RWD
Steering: rack and pinion
Bodyframe: metal monocoque
Transmission: Four-speed manual

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Dimensions

Length: 4153mm
Wheelbase: 2438mm
Width: 1543mm
Height: 1511mm
Weight: 1043kgs

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1937 MORRIS COMMERCIAL POSTAL VAN - BRIGHTWELLS AUCTION 26-11-14

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  Something a little different today as we continue our look at Brightwells sale on Wednesday 26th November. Light commercials now seem to be getting the following they deserve with a dedicated magazine in Classic Van & Pick-Up and the inaugural Summer show held at Gaydon;s Heritage Motor Centre earlier this year.

 

 

 1937 MORRIS COMMERCIAL POSTAL VAN

Lot number	156
Estimate	No reserve
Description	Morris Commercial Postal Van
Registration	DGU 610
Year	1937
Colour	Yellow
Engine size	1,622 cc
Chassis No.	957L2/86403
Engine No.	CO449275

The General Post Office had a long-standing relationship with Morris, dating back to at least 1929 when the Royal Mail ordered a series of Morris Minor 5cwt vans.
Conceived during the course of 1929, the prototype 5 cwt van originally sported the 'Snubnose' radiator as found on the 1929 season 78 cubic feet capacity Morris Light Van. However when production commenced in September 1929, all 5 cwt vehicles were fitted with the Minor car radiator and short bonnet.
The van was powered by the 8hp OHC engine while its running gear was also identical to that on the Minor car range. During the course of the 1931 season the SV (Side Valve) Minor was introduced to sell alongside the OHC vehicles. An SV van was included in this range and was launched with little or no fanfare in April 1931.
The SV vans were rendered more spartan for GPO use with a three lamp Lucas lighting set in place of the five lamp set of the OHC vehicle, while the brightwork was also replaced by utilitarian black paint. The SV van continued virtually unchanged through 1932 and ‘33, retaining the scuttle fuel tank although regaining the chrome on its radiator and screen surrounds. In 1933 the van also gained Magna-type wheels.
Rather belatedly, the most significant orders for the vehicle came in 1932. The GPO placed an initial order for 12 vans for their Royal Mail division which was followed by further orders from their Post Office Telephones arm. Over the course of the next eight years Morris Motors were to supply many hundreds of 5cwt vans to the GPO.
In the last three years of production, the GPO purchased just over a thousand of these vans. When production ended, the GPO wanted to retain the trademark body style, so Morris produced a hybrid van for the GPO using the new Morris Eight chassis and running gear and the Minor Van bodywork. The 5cwt Van retained the older square-style radiator until the end of production.
This 1937 Morris Commercial Postal Van was acquired by the Stondon Motor Museum in 2003 from persons who had owned it since 1985. In very original condition, it retains its Godins of London coachwork and looks most striking in yellow with black wheel arches and a black fabric roof.
The van is supplied with an original Morris Commercial Post Office Manual, a V5 registration document, and 14 old MOT certificates dating back to 1968. Maintained in running order, this van has not been used on the road for some time and will doubtless require recommissioning before attempting any mail deliveries in future.

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Resplendent in Yellow & Black Livery

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1980 AUSTIN ALLEGRO EQUIPE - BRIGHTWELLS AUCTIONS

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1980 AUSTIN ALLEGRO EQUIPE

Lot number	32
Estimate	£2,500 - £3,500
Description	Austin Allegro Equipe
Registration	CVE 131V
Year	1980
Colour	Silver
Engine size	1,748 cc
Chassis No.	AJ2DJN-3025451B
Engine No.	17H678TH-7155

Launched as a replacement for the successful 1100/1300 range, the Austin Allegro first appeared in 1973 and got something of a lukewarm reception, being compared unfavourably with its well-liked predecessor.
Stylistically, it went against the sharp-edged styling cues that were becoming fashionable (largely led by Italian designer Giorgetto Giugiaro), and featured rounded panel work. The original styling proposal, by Harris Mann, had the same sleek, wedge-like shape of the Princess, but because BL management wanted to install the bulky E-Series engine and the heating system from the Marina, the bodyshell necessarily took on a more bulbous profile.
In fact BL took a perverse pride in its unfashionable shape, thinking that they could emulate Citroen by combining advanced technology with styling that bucked mainstream trends to create long-lasting 'timeless' models. The two-box saloon bodyshell was suspended using the new Hydragas suspension system (derived from the previous Hydrolastic system used on the 1100/1300) which endowed the Allegro with an impeccable ride.
Road tests were not unkind but the lacklustre styling, combined with constant press coverage of industrial strife at BL, meant the car only got to seventh in the list of best-selling cars in Britain, a poor performance compared to the 1100/1300 range. Production ended in 1983 with the launch of the Maestro.
First registered in March 1980, this particular car is the rarest Allegro of all, an Equipe model which was introduced in July 1979 and was only available to special order. A two-door version of the 1750HL, it was boldly painted in bright silver with day-glo orange ‘Starsky and Hutch’ stripes and sporty alloy wheels.
Proving the point that the Allegro does have its fans, this Equipe was fully restored by the vendor in 2010-2011 at a cost of over £10,000, the whole process fully documented on over 100 photos plus many invoices in the history file.
The body was professionally stripped to bare metal and painstakingly treated with many layers of primer/undercoat/stonechip/topcoat and wax oiled wherever possible. Determined to use original parts at all costs, the vendor went to extremes to source the right bits. The stripes are original 1979 3M products, not copies, and were the last originals around; the petrol tank came from Belgium which is where the car was originally built; the brake callipers came from an old Leyland garage in Scotland – the list goes on and on.
The car has only covered 60,000 miles to date, backed up by a large history file from new, and had been in storage for 15 years before the vendor acquired it. It has been valued by the Allegro International Club at £12,000 with a copy of the valuation and a corresponding insurance certificate on file. It has just flown through its MOT with no advisories, the two MOT testers being so astounded by its condition that they took photos underneath.
Despite being derided for many years, the Allegro is now seen as something of an icon and has a growing band of admirers. The ultra-rare Equipe model, of which only eight are still road registered in the UK, is particularly prized as a slice of classic 70s retro.
Almost certainly the finest example extant, this little beauty could well prove a canny buy at the modest guide price suggested and is being offered here at a fraction of the costs lavished upon it. If nothing else, the vendor deserves some 

 

 

 

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1973-1982 AUSTIN ALLEGRO

Overview

The Allegro stood as the foremost icon of all that was wrong with Britain’s car industry in the 1970s. Strange looks, lack of quality, reliability issues and that infamous rectangular ‘Quartic’ steering wheel meant that what good touches it did have (a wide choice of engines from 1-litre through to 1750cc, compliant Hydragas suspension, five gears and a distinctive character) were overlooked. 1975’s estate version looked like a shrunken hearse, which didn’t help matters. However, Allegros have cult appeal nowadays.

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Production: 642,340

Price at launch: £974

Price (excellent): £2000

Price (good): £1000

Price (average): £550

Price (project): £100

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Performance

0-60mph:11.0secs

Top speed:100mph

Power:80bhp

Torque:100lb/ft

MPG:30mpg

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Engine

Configuration:in-line four

Aspiration:normal

Fuel:petrol

Fuel delivery:carburettor

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Chassis

Suspension Front: Independent, Hydragas

Suspension Rear: Independent, Hydragas

Drivetrain: front-engine FWD

Steering: rack and pinion

Bodyframe: metal monocoque

Transmission: Five-speed manual

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Dimensions

Length: 3855mm

Wheelbase: 2432mm

Width: 1613mm

Height: 1397mm

Weight: 838kgs

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1964 AUSTIN 1100 Mk 1 - BRIGHTWELLS AUCTIONS

"CLASSIC OF THE DAY"

British Classics Week

We start of a week long look at some British classics that will come up for auction at Brightwells next sale on Wednesday 26th November at Easters Court, Leominster, Herefordshire.

1964 AUSTIN 1100 Mk 1

  

Lot number	65
Estimate	No reserve
Description	Austin 1100 MkI Saloon
Registration	AFG 910
Year	1964
Colour	Red
Engine size	1,098 cc
Chassis No.	AAS1075969A
Engine No.	10AM-W-T-AH235454

After his outstanding success with the Mini, Alec Issigonis set out to design a larger and comparatively more sophisticated car, again based around the Austin A-Series engine.
The motor would again be mounted transversely (driving the front wheels) and the car would feature disc brakes at the front. It was the first car to feature the space-efficient ‘hydrolastic’ suspension invented by Alex Moulton. The engine was enlarged for the new mid-sized model. Capacity went up to 1098cc by dint of a longer stroke. This, combined with a new cylinder head design took power from 37bhp at 4750rpm to a heady 48bhp at 5100rpm.
The 1100 model came to market in 1962 in both Austin and Morris guises. At first it was only available as a four-door saloon, though two- and three-door versions were soon added. Built at both Longbridge and Cowley, production reached more than 7,000 a week at its height. More than two million were made in total, going through three generations of development up to 1974, although the owners’ club estimates only 3,000 remain worldwide today.
This Tartan Red MkI dates from July 1964 and is believed to have covered only 39,000 miles from new, although there is insufficient history to warrant this. Apart from a respray many years ago, the vendor believes it to be almost totally original, especially the bodywork which he believes has never been welded and is said to show no signs of filler or previous repairs.
The only departures from standard are thought to be the badge bar and the period spotlights which are later additions, although a new exhaust has also been recently fitted. The cream interior is also thought to be original and has never had a radio fitted. The car is said to drive beautifully (“like an over-sized Mini”) with an MOT until July 2015. It comes with the original tool kit and an original owner’s handbook plus 9 old MOTs back to 1992 (at 36,700 miles). It also comes with a number of rosettes won at various shows.
Blessed with great steering, fine handling and a surprisingly nippy engine, these 1100s have stood the test of time remarkably well, offering a near-modern driving experience with crisp Sixties styling which will never go out of fashion. We like them a lot.

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1963-1974 AUSTIN 1100/1300

Overview

BMC badge-engineering ran rampant with the 1100/1300 range, Alec Issigonis’ extension of his Mini concept. The 1963 Austin variant was the best-seller thanks to front-wheel-drive, front disc brakes, interconnected Hydrolastic fluid suspension and a TARDIS-like interior. Performance was lively thanks to the A-series engines, in 1098cc and, from 1967, 1275cc sizes and handling came close to Mini standards. Much cleverer than their Ford, Vauxhall and Rootes rivals these cars consistently topped British sales charts but rust ferociously.

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Production: 1,119,800
Price at launch: £593
Price (excellent): £2500
Price (good): £1500
Price (average): £750
Price (project): £200

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Performance

0-60mph:17.3secs
Top speed:87mph
Power:60bhp
Torque:69lb/ft
MPG:35mpg

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Engine

Configuration:in-line four
Aspiration:normal
Fuel:petrol
Fuel delivery:carburettor

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Chassis

Suspension Front: Independent, wishbone, hydrolastic
Suspension Rear: Independent, torsion bar, hydrolastic
Drivetrain: front-engine FWD
Steering: rack and pinion
Bodyframe: metal monocoque
Transmission: Four-speed manual

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Dimensions

Length: 3727mm
Wheelbase: 2375mm
Width: 1533mm
Height: 1346mm
Weight: 776kgs

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1987 OPEL MANTA GTE - H&H AUCTIOS 12-11-14

"CLASSIC OF THE DAY"

 H&H hold their next auction on the 12th November at the Pavillion Gardens Buxton, with yet another varied catalogue there is something that should appeal.

1987 OPEL MANTA GTE

 Estimate: (£) 4,500 - 5,500

Reg Number:	D622JWY
Chassis Number:	W0L000053H6078571
Engine Number:	0373120
Cc:	1979
Body Colour:	White
Trim Colour:	Grey
MOT ExpiryDate:	July 2015

'D622 JWY' is a time warp, low mileage, two-owner example that sports gleaming White bodywork matched with Grey cloth interior trim. A past show prize winner, it has just been treated to a refresh of the paintwork to bring it back up to show standard. It is being offered complete with stamped service book, rosettes and photos from its competition days, comprehensive handwritten notebook of the car's history from new, and MOT to July; plus a box of spare parts. A unique opportunity.

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Cheshire. WA4 4SN
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H&H Classics Limited
The Motor House
Lyncastle Road
Warrington
Cheshire. WA4 4SN
United Kingdom

Tel: +44 (0) 1925 210035
UK Local-Call: 08458 334455

Fax: +44 (0) 1925 269631
UK Local-Call: 08458 334433

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Model Specs by Octane ( CLICK HERE)

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1978-1988 OPEL Manta GT/E

Overview

Many people expected the Opel Manta to die when the Ascona was replaced by a new front-wheel drive version in 1981. Instead, it freshened up the existing car’s styling with glassfibre bumpers, and introduced a new 1.8-litre engine for the cooking models. The GT/E version continued with the same 110bhp injected 2-litre, but more aggressive looks and lower list prices suddenly made the old war horse look a whole lot more competitive. By 1988, when it was finally phased out, the Manta was looking like an anachronism, but an engaging one. Rusty and trusty now.

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Production: 603,000
Price at launch: £6444
Price (excellent): £3000
Price (good): £1800
Price (average): £750
Price (project): £400

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Performance

0-60mph:8.5secs
Top speed:120mph
Power:110bhp
Torque:119lb/ft
MPG:29mpg

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Engine

Configuration:in-line four
Aspiration:normal
Fuel:petrol
Fuel delivery:electronic fuel injection

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Chassis

Suspension Front: Independent, wishbones, lower trailing links, coil springs, anti-roll bar, telescopic dampers
Suspension Rear: Rigid axle (torque tube), trailing radius arms, transverse linkage bar, coil spring, anti-roll bar, telescopic dampers
Drivetrain: front-engine RWD
Steering: rack and pinion
Bodyframe: metal monocoque
Transmission: Five-speed manual

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Dimensions

Length: 4455mm
Wheelbase: 2517mm
Width: 1671mm
Height: 1321mm
Weight: 1065kgs


Copyright: Dennis Magazine (OCTANE)

Estimate: (£) 4,500 - 5,500

Reg Number:	D622JWY
Chassis Number:	W0L000053H6078571
Engine Number:	0373120
Cc:	1979
Body Colour:	White
Trim Colour:	Grey
MOT ExpiryDate:	July 2015

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