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1964 Commer Q4 Dropside Lorry

United Kingdom • 9 Mar 2013 • Lot 284

Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This classic Commer Utility Lorry, a British commercial vehicle from 1905-1979, is presented in 'sound working order' with a large 4.7L 6-cylinder engine. It features an intentional patina, low mileage of 3,000, and a certificate of authenticity from Marvel Studios due to its role in Captain America - The First Avenger.

Condition

6

While described as being in 'sound working order' and 'well taken care of,' the listing mentions an 'intentional patina,' which suggests some level of cosmetic wear or aging. The claimed low mileage and studio use suggest it may be in better mechanical condition than a typical vehicle of its age.

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Transmission:

[Transmission]

Chassis No:

38A5789

Odometer:

3,000 miles

Reg Number:

488 ELM

RHD/LHD:

RHD

Commer was a British manufacturer of commercial vehicles which existed from 1905 until 1979.

Commer vehicles included car derived vans, light vans, medium to heavy commercial trucks, military vehicles and buses.

The Commer brand was exported widely, with examples, albeit collectors' vehicles, still running far from the UK manufacturing base.

Commer made a range of military vehicles for WW2, with the range still in use in the 1980's.

During the war, British humourist Frank Muir, serving in the army, reported a broken down vehicle over his radio with the words "The Commer has come to a full stop." This most imposing Utility Lorry with huge 4.7 Litre, 6 cylinder petrol engine is attractively presented and reports to be in sound working order.

This car was sourced by the South-East based movie studio from Manchester and was driven to their studios for use in the filming.

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