Finished in maroon over black with a tan leather interior, ‘ARA 195’ is an Austin 10/4 Colwyn Cabriolet that was first registered on the 16th of June 1934.

The subject of a chassis-up restoration around 25 years ago during which time it changed colour from blue to red, the seller’s husband bought it in 2019 after it had spent the two decades in the care of its previous owner.

With just three previous keepers, this charming Colwyn Cabriolet offers a very cost-effective entry into the vintage car world.

The maroon-over-black coachwork presents well; this is a very usable example that could be taken anywhere without embarrassment – and used without fear of devaluing it.

As such, it’s probably in the sweet spot of classic car ownership; buy too well and you’re scared of getting a stonechip – but buy too cheaply and you’ll be fighting a never-ending battle against corrosion.

The condition of the bodywork is supported by good chromework and a nice selection of undamaged lamps that inclu...