1962 TRIUMPH HERALD COUPE - RICHARD EDMONDS AUCTION 25/10

"CLASSIC OF THE DAY"

RICHARD EDMONDS AUCTION

Saturday 25th October 2014

Lot 1761

Lot 1761 Description

1962 TRIUMPH HERALD COUPE

Reg. no. 474 XPL
Chassis no. GA 31939CP
Engine no. YC6026OHE

Estimate: £4,500 - 5,000

Condition Report or Notes

This lovely example of the rarer Herald Coupe was purchased by the vendor in 2004 and has been the subject of much work and expenditure since that time. The list of work includes new lower quarter panels, replacement sills and a complete brake system overhaul including the fitment of larger calipers for improved braking. New front wheel bearings and trunnions have been fitted and the gearbox overhauled including new bearings and syncromesh units (the vendor advises us that the gearbox is a little noisy and may require further attention). A larger 1500 cc engine has been installed which has been tuned by the fitment of twin 40 DCOE Weber carburettors and a gas-flowed Spitfire exhaust manifold. The cylinder head has been polished and the crankshaft balanced. The flywheel has also been lightened. The electrical system has been converted to negative earth and an alternator replaces the dynamo for improved reliability. The vast majority of this work is supported by a file of invoices and receipts. The result is a stunning example of the marque which is in excellent condition both inside and out. The car has an MOT certificate that expires in July 2015 and a road fund license that expires in April 2015.

Additional Illustrations

 For Further Information visit: http://www.richardedmondsauctions.com/

Source: Richard Edmonds Auctions

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 Model Specs:

1959-1964 TRIUMPH HERALD COUPE

Overview

By a couple of weeks, this was actually the first Herald model to be launched, and was what Michelotti’s Herald prototype had looked like. Initially all Coupés were sold with a twin-carb version of the 948cc engine, though this was increased to a single-carb 1147cc along with the rest of the range in 1961. Front disc brakes became optional just before the engine swap. All but very early cars had strengthening ribs on the hardtop behind the side windows. Though undoubtedly pretty and sought after today, the Coupé proved a poor seller and was discontinued in 1964.

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Production: 20,472
Price at launch: £731
Price (excellent): £3000
Price (good): £2400
Price (average): £1600
Price (project): £650

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Performance

0-60mph:23.6secs
0-100mph:N/A secs
Top speed:77mph
Power:39bhp
Torque:48lb/ft
MPG:34.0mpg

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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: Independent, transverse leaf spring
Drivetrain: front-engine RWD
Steering: rack and pinion
Bodyframe: chassis and seperate body
Transmission: Four-speed manual

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Dimensions

Length: 3886mm
Wheelbase: 2324mm
Width: 1524mm
Height: 1308mm
Weight: 749kgs


SOURCE: http://www.classicandperformancecar.com/front_website/octane_interact/carspecs.php?see=3490

1938 OLDSMOBILE F38.TWO-DOOR TOURING SEDAN - RICHARD EDMONDS AUCTIONS

"CLASSIC OF THE DAY"

We start the week with a visit to Richard Edmonds Auctions based at Castle Combe Circuit.

 Thursday, 23 October — Saturday, 25 October, 2014

Three day sale of Automobilia, Motor Cars and Motorcycles at Castle Combe Circuit, Wiltshire to include 'Austin 7 Services' Part:1.

 

 1938 OLDSMOBILE F38 TWO-DOOR TOURING SEDAN

 

Reg. no. 404 YUP
Chassis no. F659795
Engine no. n/a

Estimate: £11,000 - 12,000

Condition Report or Notes

This example was imported to the UK from Pennsylvania in 2010 has recently been completely re sprayed to a high standard. It is fitted with the original 6 cylinder flathead engine and has been converted to a 3 speed manual gearbox. The electrical system has been upgraded to 12 volts and the battery and fuel pump have been replaced. The interior is in very good order. The braking system has been overhauled and new drums and cylinders have been installed. The white wall tyres are all in very good condition as is the chromium plating throughout the vehicle. There are a few small jobs still to be done in order to complete the restoration but these are well within the capabilities of the home mechanic. This model is a very unusual sight on Britain's roads, a rare opportunity.

 

 

 

Sale Information

Time:

Thursday 23rd at 10am, Friday 24th at 9.30am and Saturday 25th at 10am.

Viewing:

Wednesday 3pm - 6pm
Thursday 8.30 - 6pm
Friday 8am - 6pm
Saturday from 8.30am

Number of lots:

1576

Catalogue Sections:

Day 1: Austin 7 Services (1 - 500)
Day 2: Automobilia (501 - 1483)
Day 3: Motorcycles and Motor Cars (1701 - 1817)

Sale Enquiries:

Administrative enquiries to Tora Edmonds

Notes for this sale:

The sale will be held at Castle Combe Circuit, Castle Combe, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN14 7EY.

Online bidding
Thursday and Saturday through i-bidder.com
Friday through the-saleroom.com

Registration - there is a downloadable registration form further down on this page; registration may also be done on the day, it will only take a few minutes.