‘There is a remarkable blending of good qualities in the six-cylinder Austin Sixteen.

The effect is to give a vehicle which is exceptionally pleasing to both driver and passengers, though looking at the car superficially it is not at all easy to determine why this should be the case, for it is a straightforward design and of quiet appearance.’ - The Autocar, August 12th 1932.

First shown in 1926, Austin’s new six was built initially in 20hp (3,400cc) and 16hp (2,249cc) versions.

The Sixteen shared its chassis with the Heavy 12/4, from which it was distinguished by the ‘Austin Six’ script on the radiator and wire wheels, the latter being introduced in 1928.

Autocar particularly liked the six-cylinder engine, which it found ran ‘very nicely indeed, smoothly, quietly and with a real willingness to get going if the driver chooses.’ Periodically updated and restyled, the Sixteen lasted in production until 1936.

This Austin Sixteen with Burnham six-light saloon coachwork was acquired by...