£3,080 (Est: £4,000 - £6,000)
1937 Austin 7 Ruby
Brightwells • UK • 5 Aug 2026
Market Position:
Lowest 20% of Past Sales
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£3,080 (Est: £4,000 - £6,000)
1937 Austin 7 Ruby
UK • 5 Aug 2026 • Lot 33
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1937 Austin Seven Ruby boasts its original interior and an attractive red and black paint scheme, featuring a desirable upgraded four-speed gearbox. With only five former keepers and accompanied by its original buff logbook, this classic is presented as a highly usable and iconic piece of British motoring history.
While the odometer reading of 36,391 miles is not warranted due to age, the car started readily and drove as expected during testing, showcasing its enduring charm and appeal for enthusiasts.
Condition
7
The car is described as a 'charming example' that 'retains much of its character and appeal'. It 'started readily and drove exactly as expected'. However, the odometer reading cannot be warranted due to the vehicle's age, implying potential unrecorded wear or maintenance history. It's described as 'well-presented and highly usable', suggesting it's in good, but not perfect, condition.
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36,391 miles
ABR274942
RHD
United Kingdom
Manual
DYW331
1937
Auction
£3,080 (Est: £4,000 - £6,000)
1937 Austin 7 Ruby
Brightwells • UK • 5 Aug 2026
Market Position:
Lowest 20% of Past Sales
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Description
Description Invoices present showing some of the work carried out over the years; odometer currently displays 36,391 miles, although this figure cannot be warranted due to the age of the vehicle
First registered in July 1937, this charming Austin Seven Ruby is a delightful example of one of Britain's most iconic pre-war motor cars.
Finished in an attractive red and black colour scheme with its original black leatherette interior, it retains much of the character and appeal that has made the Austin Seven a firm favourite among classic car enthusiasts for generations.
Powered by the faithful 749cc four-cylinder petrol engine, this example benefits from the desirable upgraded four-speed gearbox, offering improved flexibility and more relaxed driving compared to the original transmission.
It has had just five former keepers during its lifetime and is accompanied by a small but useful history file, including a copy of its original buff logbook, adding to its provenance and historical in...
Price Analysis vs Other Seven Rubys
£1,060
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£11,611
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Brightwells
Easters Court, Leominster, Herefordshire, HR6 0DE, England
Located in Leominster, Herefordshire, Brightwells is a physical and online auction house handling classic, vintage, and modern classic vehicles. They conduct regular auctions and offer vehicle consignment services.













