Introduction
Glyn Parry
Diminutive, enchanting and with a huge personality - the Baby Austin played a highly influential role in British motoring history.
Bringing motoring within the reach of ordinary people in the UK on a scale never seen before, the Austin Seven had an impact similar to that of America’s Model T Ford. The Seven redefined personal transportation and dramatically outsold other economy cars and cycle cars of the 1920’s. Over 300,000 Austin Sevens were built with over 50 variants while an endless succession of “Specials” set impressive records in motorsport. Cars were built under license in numerous countries by the likes of Nissan and even the first BMW.
When Herbert Austin first conceived the idea of developing a small, economy, car his Board of Directors were unimpressed, considering it a radical departure from the high end, coachbuilt limousines they were known for. However, undaunted, Sir Herbert pressed on and, with the help of a talented draughtsmen, Stanley Edge, the project progressed in the billiard room of Austin’s own home.
This lovely, 1934 car, comes to auction in blue over black coachwork, with a blue leather interior. It’s simple, it’s basic, driving it is an art form and for that it’s all the more enchanting. It comes to market from ~2.5 years ownership, in which time the vendor has fitted a new clutch and half shafts, and an ignition service so as to ensure it's very usable. If you take this opportunity to keep a critical piece of automotive history alive there is a huge support network to help you. Let this beautiful little car accompany you to a show and you’ll never be short of interested admirers.
This auction listing was written from information supplied by Glyn after meeting Mark the owner, and having visited and photographed the vehicle.
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Greetings Mark,
I have always loved the Austin 7 box saloon for the same reason as you – it was my father’s first car, and he is now almost 94!
I spotted a perambulator cover in one of the photos; is that what you keep the Baby Austin in, and if so could it be included in the sale?
Tim
Hi Tim, Yes that will go with the sale. I also have a workshop manual and a number of owner club magazines. I also have an assortment of spare parts as part of the deal.
Hi
Any bad points in car
Many thanks
Hi, no real bad points. The body is solid starts first time. Back axle and rear hubs all been recently repaired. Paintwork is cracked in places but all original.
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Nuneaton
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