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1936 Austin 10/4 Colwyn Cabriolet

United Kingdom • 29 Nov 2023

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This 1936 Austin 10/4 Colwyn Cabriolet is a rare survivor that has benefited from restoration work, including a reconditioned engine and brake system. Sporting new carpets and retaining original upholstery, this charming convertible is ready to be enjoyed.

Condition

7

The car has undergone significant restoration work, including engine and brake overhauls, new carpets, hood, and attention to wiring, steering, suspension, exhaust, and paintwork. The car retains much of its original upholstery. It runs well, as evidenced by a recent photography session.

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Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

82329

Odometer:

[Odometer Reading]

Reg Number:

CHT 279

RHD/LHD:

RHD

Bridging the gap between the Longbridge based manufacturer's renowned 7hp and 12hp models, the Austin 10hp was launched in 1932.

Topping the sales charts throughout the 1930s, the newcomer was based around a sturdy ladder frame chassis equipped with all-round semi-elliptic leaf-sprung suspension and cable-operated four-wheel drum brakes.

Powered by an 1125cc side-valve four-cylinder engine allied to four-speed manual transmission, it was reputedly capable of 55mph and 35mpg.

Available with a range of open and closed pressed-steel body styles (all of which located occupants between the axles) the model was subject to continual development.

Combining full-framed doors with a three-position convertible roof, the Colwyn Cabriolet was a ‘year round’ proposition.

More expensive than its siblings, the four-seater soft-top was updated alongside them gaining a painted radiator surround and synchromesh on 2 nd , 3 rd and 4 th gears in late 1934.

First registered in Bristol (or so its ‘CHT ...