Not Sold | 1936 Frazer Nash-BMW 319/55 Sports Extensive period competition history

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Not Sold (Est: £90,000 - £110,000)

1936 Frazer Nash-BMW 319/55 Sports Extensive period competition history

United Kingdom • 18 Mar 2026 • Lot 110

Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This 1936 Frazer Nash-BMW 319/55 Sports, one of only 26 made for the British market, boasts an extensive period competition history, campaigned at Brooklands, Shelsley Walsh and Donington by its first owner, C.G. Fitt, Esq. It has been part of a private collection since 2006, and while updated with a Fiat gearbox, it retains its original Hurth gearbox and distinctive wire wheels, making it a rare and desirable find for enthusiasts.

Condition

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The car is described as being in pleasingly unmolested condition and mechanically fettled, suggesting it's been well-maintained. It has been used in rallies over the past twenty years, indicating some wear. The car is described as very usable and reliable, suggesting it's in good mechanical condition. There are some modifications like the Fiat gearbox, and the original bonnet sides are not currently fitted, implying some deviation from original condition, but comes with the car for re-installation. Finished in White with Red leather, which is a change from the original Primrose Yellow over Blue.

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Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

55023

Odometer:

[Odometer Reading]

Reg Number:

DHX 347

RHD/LHD:

RHD

A former GN apprentice who became managing director of AFN Ltd.

on January 1st, 1929, H.

J.

"Aldy" Aldington was also a keen competitor.

Dubbed the "High Priest of the Chain Gang" by none other than Bill Boddy, his team finished second overall on the 1933 Alpine Trial.

Determined to go one better the following year, he was dismayed to find that his Chain Gang Nashes were no match for BMW’s new 315 Two-Seater Sports.

Thanks to financial input from A.

F.

P.

Fane, AFN Ltd.

became the sole concessionaire for BMW in Britain during November, 1934, with the resultant right-hand drive cars being offered as Frazer Nash-BMWs.

A more potent evolution of the 315, the 319 featured the same lightweight tubular chassis frame equipped with independent front suspension, rack and pinion steering, and four-wheel drum brakes.

The enlarged 1.9-litre straight-six OHV engine was tuned to develop 55hp and allied to a four-speed, synchromesh manual transmission.

Imbued with better handling and roa...