Description Unique special built by Lancefield for Sir Philip Sassoon; recent £30k mechanical overhaul and only 2,000 miles since; illustrious history; a magnificent machine in wonderful condition; driven 35 miles to the sale Renowned for offering big-car style and sophisticated engineering with remarkably good value for the money, Humber enjoyed particular success with its Snipe 80 of 1930-35.

Named after the 80mm bore dimension of each of its engine's cylinders, the Snipe 80 was powered by Humber's 3,498 cc inline six-cylinder engine mated to a four-speed manual gearbox which gave it a top speed of 75mph with bags of low-speed torque.

Five body styles were offered by the factory in saloon, tourer and drophead coupe form, but the chassis could be made available to other coachbuilders to be fitted with bespoke bodywork.

This handsome Humber Snipe 80 Golfer’s Coupe is believed to be a unique car that was specially bodied by Lancefield in 1934.

Established in London in 1921, Lancefie...