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£6,944 (Est: £7,000 - £10,000)

1921 Wolseley 10HP

United Kingdom • 29 Oct 2025

Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This 1921 Wolseley Ten, once part of the Sharpe Collection, boasts only 28,500 miles and retains much originality. Recommissioned in the early 2000's, it features some modifications to improve driveability and is offered at a modest price, making it an attractive opportunity for vintage car enthusiasts.

Condition

7

The car is described as 'wonderfully preserved' and in 'fantastic condition for a 104-year-old,' indicating it's been well-maintained. However, there are minor modifications like a fuel pump and SU carb, plus wear from use, suggesting it is not in pristine or outstanding condition but a solid 'Very Good' state.

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Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

E331780

Odometer:

28,563 miles

Reg Number:

NX1040

RHD/LHD:

[RHD/LHD]

Description Ex-Sharpe Collection; highly original; only 28,500 miles indicated; good running order; a wonderful mechanical jewel that would grace any collection ‘The cars made by the Wolseley Tool & Motorcar Company are typical throughout of English rather than of Continental engineering practice.

They have earned golden opinions for their power, simplicity, and freedom from breakdown’ – The Complete Motorist, 1904.

Although younger folk may associate Wolseley with upmarket badge-engineered BMC cars of the 1960s, those with longer memories will view the marque with greater reverence.

Graduating from the manufacture of sheep shearing equipment, Irish-born Frederick York Wolseley made his first car in Birmingham way back in 1895.

Managed by none other than Herbert Austin, Wolseley soon attracted the interest of Vickers, Britain’s largest armaments manufacturer.

Backed by their deep pockets and with ready access to the high-grade metals used in weapons production, Wolseley were able ...