With only 400 or so ever built, ‘DMH 9’ is a charming example of a very rare car.

The previous owner had it in his care for seven years, using it only lightly, for a wedding and some VSCC events, plus the odd golf tournament.

Its sporting character had been tested more vigorously before that by way of a couple of VSCC events, including the 2009 Welsh Rally, which explains the presence of a scrutineering label on the door pillar and a fire extinguisher on the transmission tunnel.

Other than that, it is delightfully original with the original engine and four-speed, pre-selector gearbox.

It is also thought to still have its original chassis, suspension, wheels, and radiator as well as the factory dashboard and interior.

The seller bought it via us last summer and invested a further £3,000 in getting it ready for him to use before coming to realise what he really wants is a convertible.

For a ninety-year-old car, the Merlin really does present very well.

Of course, it’s sure to have...