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1951 SINGER 9 4AB ROADSTER
Dore & Rees • UK • 11 Mar 2023
Market Position:
Rare Sale
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1951 SINGER 9 4AB ROADSTER
UK • 11 Mar 2023
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1951 Singer Roadster, originally delivered to Birmingham, has undergone extensive restoration. Recent expenditure includes an engine rebuild, cooling and braking system overhauls, and a coachwork refinish. It is supplied with documentation and weather gear, promising a fun classic car experience.
Condition
7
The car has undergone significant restoration work, including engine rebuild, paint refinishing, and mechanical repairs. The listing mentions bills, notes, and photographs documenting the restoration process, indicating attention to detail and care. The car is supplied with full weather gear and is described as a charming little period sportscar, suggesting it is in good running condition and aesthetically pleasing.
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61,407 miles (via 2011 MOT)
LOE 912
1951
Auction
4AB7269U
RHD
United Kingdom
Not Sold
1951 SINGER 9 4AB ROADSTER
Dore & Rees • UK • 11 Mar 2023
Market Position:
Rare Sale
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Description
TBA - Supplied new to dealers T.H.
Garner of Birmingham in March 1951 - The subject of much recent expenditure The 9hp Singer Roadster was launched in March 1939 as an attractive up to date 2-door 4-seater open top car, with a luggage area which housed the spare wheel.
The chassis was underslung at the rear and powered by a modern 1074cc overhead-camshaft engine, recently developed for Singer's Bantam saloon car, which sold briefly until the Second World War interrupted production.
In 1946 the factory were keen to restart production, promptly launching the “new and improved” A model.
The new car was around 6 inches longer, and from September 1949 a 4-speed gearbox was added to produce an export-only 4A model.
The later 4AB model was launched in Britain with the existing 9hp engine, a new chassis with independent coil-spring front suspension, and a mix of rod/hydraulic brakes.
The Roadster sold remarkably well in America thanks to the post-war devaluation of the British pound, aid...
Price Analysis vs Other Nine 4ABs
£5,344
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£7,980
Median Price (Since 2020)
£10,350
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on 6th Mar 2012
Latest MOT mileage:
61,407 miles
MOT History
Passed
On 7th Mar 2011, 61,407 miles
Passed
On 4th Mar 2010, 61,393 miles
Failed
On 1st Mar 2010, 61,393 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Fail:
- Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Passed
On 27th Feb 2009, 61,192 miles
MOT Mileage Trend
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Auction House Headquarters
Dore & Rees
Auction Salerooms, Vicarage Street, Frome, Somerset, BA11 1PU
Operating from Frome, Somerset, Dore & Rees is a physical auction house dealing in classic, sports, and collector cars. They conduct live auctions and provide vehicle consignment and valuation services.
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