Buyers of Austin’s popular LL ( Low Loader ) taxicabs initially purchased just the 12/4 Heavy chassis and then selected suitable coachwork from a choice of suppliers.

The majority plumped for the craftsmanship of either the Jones Brothers or Strachan.

The rearward sloping B pillar and outward flare of the door bottoms confirm ‘BLN 520’ to be an example of the latter’s handiwork.

The cab has self-evidently been the subject of much restoration, and the vendor informs us that 90 percent of the ash frame, the paintwork, brightwork, interior trim and electrics were all renewed as recently as last year.

The taxi’s predominantly bright red coachwork is complemented by black wings, roof/hood and artillery wheels, while the contrasting interior is trimmed in grey leather.

The vendor currently grades the 1861cc four-cylinder engine, four-speed manual gearbox, landaulette bodywork, paintwork and upholstery as all being in ‘excellent’ condition and confirms that the Austin ‘runs well’.

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