28th Nov, 2024 10:00
November Classic Vehicles & Memorabilia Auction
388
1955 AUSTIN CHAMP
Sold for £10,950
Estimated at £9,500 - £11,500
Note that some lots may be sold provisionally
Make: AUSTIN
Model: CHAMP
Registration: 984 XVP
Engine Size (cc): 2838
Current Speedometer Reading: 27,063
Year of Manufacture: 1955
Date First Registered: 01/11/1972
MOT Expiry Date: 14/01/2025
Current V5: YES
Location: PICKERING
You can view from: Monday 18 November - Tuesday 26 November 2024
Current V5 present. Paperwork includes a current MOT certificate, Owner's Club correspondence regarding the vehicle history, some written notes about the vehicle, printed history about the make and model of the vehicle, confirmation of tax, a British Motor Industry Heritage Trust Certified Copy of a Factory Record, previous V5, previous Certificates for Motor Insurance, spare bulbs and spark plugs, a printed User Manual, some Owners Magazines, and some invoices for parts and work.
The last 3 photos were provided by the owner.
The vendor has provided the following:
- 1955 Austin Champ 4x4
- Reg no: 984 XVP
- Rolls Royce 2,838cc engine
- Original British Army reg: 95-BE-65
- Chassis no: 9565
This 1955 first saw service with the British army in the Rhine, Germany, and was sold into civilian life in Germany in 1966.
This champ has had £8,748 spent in mechanical restoration alone between 2023 & 2024 including a new fuel tank with ethanol-proof pipes works on the drivetrain, brakes, steering, and a service (A copy of the purchase receipt from August 2022 for £13,000 restoration work above is since then) now it just needs a new owner to use and enjoy.
Champs are fitted with a fully synchromesh gearbox with 5 gears forward and by pulling the transfer lever 5 gears forward. So, if you're good at steering backward you can drive at full speed in reverse!
Despite being MOT and tax-exempt the champ has aN MOT until 2025 with no advisories. The champ has also had an electric fuel pump and battery isolator switch. The hood and frame are in good order.
Comes with:
- V5
- MOT
- Historic certificate
- Useful handwritten letters and photographs from the last owner detailing; starting procedure, driving tips, switch gear explanation, information on fuel filters, and more.
- Letters from the DVLA to the Champ Owners Club regarding the date of manufacture (1953 or 1955 as records are unclear) and a letter giving what is known about its service in the British army.
- Fitted jerry can, shovel, and axe.
- Spare wheel
- Full printed-out user handbook
- Austin Champ History printout
- Photograph of the champ being collected from Germany
- Some champ owners club magazines
Make: AUSTIN
Model: CHAMP
Registration: 984 XVP
Engine Size (cc): 2838
Current Speedometer Reading: 27,063
Year of Manufacture: 1955
Date First Registered: 01/11/1972
MOT Expiry Date: 14/01/2025
Current V5: YES
Location: PICKERING
You can view from: Monday 18 November - Tuesday 26 November 2024
Current V5 present. Paperwork includes a current MOT certificate, Owner's Club correspondence regarding the vehicle history, some written notes about the vehicle, printed history about the make and model of the vehicle, confirmation of tax, a British Motor Industry Heritage Trust Certified Copy of a Factory Record, previous V5, previous Certificates for Motor Insurance, spare bulbs and spark plugs, a printed User Manual, some Owners Magazines, and some invoices for parts and work.
The last 3 photos were provided by the owner.
The vendor has provided the following:
- 1955 Austin Champ 4x4
- Reg no: 984 XVP
- Rolls Royce 2,838cc engine
- Original British Army reg: 95-BE-65
- Chassis no: 9565
This 1955 first saw service with the British army in the Rhine, Germany, and was sold into civilian life in Germany in 1966.
This champ has had £8,748 spent in mechanical restoration alone between 2023 & 2024 including a new fuel tank with ethanol-proof pipes works on the drivetrain, brakes, steering, and a service (A copy of the purchase receipt from August 2022 for £13,000 restoration work above is since then) now it just needs a new owner to use and enjoy.
Champs are fitted with a fully synchromesh gearbox with 5 gears forward and by pulling the transfer lever 5 gears forward. So, if you're good at steering backward you can drive at full speed in reverse!
Despite being MOT and tax-exempt the champ has aN MOT until 2025 with no advisories. The champ has also had an electric fuel pump and battery isolator switch. The hood and frame are in good order.
Comes with:
- V5
- MOT
- Historic certificate
- Useful handwritten letters and photographs from the last owner detailing; starting procedure, driving tips, switch gear explanation, information on fuel filters, and more.
- Letters from the DVLA to the Champ Owners Club regarding the date of manufacture (1953 or 1955 as records are unclear) and a letter giving what is known about its service in the British army.
- Fitted jerry can, shovel, and axe.
- Spare wheel
- Full printed-out user handbook
- Austin Champ History printout
- Photograph of the champ being collected from Germany
- Some champ owners club magazines
Auction: November Classic Vehicles & Memorabilia Auction, 28th Nov, 2024
Welcome to our November Auction!
Prospective buyers are encouraged to view specific lots pre-auction and inspect paperwork if available.
The main viewing period for this auction is Monday 18 November - Tuesday 26 November 2024.
This auction is now fully consigned. Our next auction is 5, 6 & 7 February 2025.
Viewing
The main viewing period for this auction is Monday 18 November - Tuesday 26 November 2024.
Mon to Fri: 9am – 5pm
Sat: 9am – 12pm
Auction Days are closed.
