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£52,875
1933 Rolls-Royce 20/25 Three-position Drophead Coupé by Thrupp & Maberly
UK • 18 Mar 2026 • Lot 105
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1933 Rolls-Royce 20/25 Drophead Coupé by Thrupp & Maberly, with a unique history in single-family ownership for many years, was sold for £52,875. Originally a Sports Saloon order that changed to a Drophead, it boasts a charming backstory, known as 'Hiccup IV,' and comes with extensive documentation, making it a desirable piece for Rolls-Royce enthusiasts.
Condition
7
The car presents beautifully with original bodywork, but the interior was reupholstered and hubcaps rechromed. There is mention of the car being repainted from all-Black to Black over Grey and having a new hood fitted, suggesting some wear and tear addressed through restoration. The car has been enjoyed and used, indicating it's in solid, used condition, but not pristine.
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32,864 miles (via 2012 MOT)
GXB 36
RHD
United Kingdom
Manual
CRF 279
1933
Auction
Description
Rolls-Royce introduced the 20/25 in 1929 as a successor to the outgoing 20hp model.
Although the newcomer was primarily aimed at owner-drivers, many examples were nevertheless sold to customers with chauffeurs.
The four-speed manual gearbox featured the manufacturer's traditional right-hand change and was equipped with synchromesh on the top two ratios from 1932 onwards.
The substantial chassis sported rigid axles front and rear, suspended on semi-elliptic leaf springs.
The four-wheeled braking was mechanically servo-assisted.
Power came from an enlarged version of the straight-six OHV unit used in the 20hp.
Now displacing 3,699cc, it made for swifter acceleration and a higher top speed of up to 75mph.
The increase of 570cc provided useful extra power and allowed coachbuilders of the day to experiment and offer more intricate body styles without impeding performance.
As before, the choice of bodywork for each 20/25 was to the taste of each individual customer, and Freestone & W...
Price Analysis vs Other 20/25 Thrupp & Maberlys
£6,900
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£13,728
Median Price (Since 2020)
£52,875
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on 20th Jun 2013
Latest MOT mileage:
32,864 miles
MOT History
Passed
On 23rd May 2012, 32,864 miles
Passed
On 14th Jun 2011, 32,775 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
User Entered:
- both front wiper blades worn.
Passed
On 21st Jun 2010, 32,719 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
- Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Failed
On 21st Jun 2010, 32,719 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Fail:
- Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Advisory:
- Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
- Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
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