First owner for 56 years - Subject to previous comprehensive restoration - One of fewer than 80 remaining examples worldwide Launched in 1932, the Austin 10 was to become the company's best seller until the end of the 1930s, resuming in production through to 1947.

The new ‘10’ used a pressed steel body on a cross braced chassis, with a lowered ride height of the car to improve roadholding.

The ‘10’ was powered by a 1125cc four cylinder side valve engine (good for 21bhp!), with a four speed gearbox, half elliptic springs all round, and cable operated brakes were fitted.

With a prevailing wind the ‘10’ could easily reach 55mph.

1933 saw the saloons joined by an open two seater or "Open Road" tourer, a "Colwyn" cabriolet and a van.

A sports model, the 65 mph, 30 bhp "Ripley" joined the range in 1934.

Mechanical upgrades for 1934 included a stronger chassis, synchromesh on the top two gears and 12 volt electrics.

Styling changes came in late 1934, the radiator surround being replace...