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£4,088
1951 Bristol 401
United Kingdom • 12 Apr 2023
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1951 car, originally a Bottle Green Bristol Aircraft Company demonstrator, presents a unique project opportunity. While it lacks paperwork, its registration is recognized, and it boasts a history of upgrades and use in sprints and hillclimbs.

Condition
4
The car is described as a 'great project' with 'good panel work' and a 'surprisingly complete' interior, suggesting it's not in perfect condition but has a solid base to work from. The need for reconditioning and potential for engine/gearbox upgrades further indicates it's not in top-tier condition.
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Transmission:
[Transmission]
Chassis No:
401/1015
Odometer:
[Odometer Reading]
Reg Number:
OHU265
RHD/LHD:
[RHD/LHD]
Description Great project with good panel work and most of the interior; surprisingly complete; the perfect electric conversion?? First registered OHU 265 on 16th October 1951, this car was originally Bottle Green.
It was a Bristol Aircraft Company demonstrator and was originally supplied with engine 85C 1914 which was later upgraded to BS1A 115.
It was retained by the factory as a gearbox test-bed and when fitted with the BS engine, used for sprints and hillclimbs.
It was sold to Dudley Rylett in around 1970, and passed to Brian by Dudley's son-in-law.
We don't hold any paperwork for this vehicle, although the registration number OHU 265 is still recognised on the DVLA database so its new owner should be able to apply for a replacement V5C in the usual way.
What you see is what you get with this lot, which could use one of the engines and boxes on offer in the sale on the 13th or perhaps could get more radical treatment? Contact [Email]
Points of note
£2,968
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£17,915
Median Price (Since 2020)
£46,125
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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