Not Sold (Est: £10,000 - £12,000)
1956 Vauxhall Cresta E-Series *WITHDRAWN*
Historics • UK • 12 Mar 2016
Market Position:
Rare Sale
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Not Sold (Est: £10,000 - £12,000)
1956 Vauxhall Cresta E-Series *WITHDRAWN*
UK • 12 Mar 2016 • Lot 202
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This classic 1954-1972 Vauxhall Cresta is described as being in delightful and largely original condition, with only 60,000 miles recorded. The absence of corrosion, well-maintained paint, ample chrome, and a smooth-running engine make it a rare find, further supported by comprehensive documentation.
Condition
8
Based on the description, the car is largely original and in delightful condition. The paintwork, chrome, and interior are in great order, and there are no signs of corrosion. The engine runs well with no known faults. The car is supplied with a V5C registration document and a comprehensive history folder. This suggests a rating of Excellent.
/ 10
60,000 miles
JRG 451
1956
Auction
E1PC215282
RHD
United Kingdom
Not Sold (Est: £10,000 - £12,000)
1956 Vauxhall Cresta E-Series *WITHDRAWN*
Historics • UK • 12 Mar 2016
Market Position:
Rare Sale
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Description
The Vauxhall Cresta was produced from 1954 to 1972.
The Cresta E version, launched in 1954, had the same 2262 cc six cylinder engine as its predecessor the Velox in having a choice of leather or fabric upholstery, optional two tone paintwork, a heater as standard, a small electric fascia mounted clock, a cigar lighter, a lamp automatically illuminating the boot when opened and a vanity mirror on the inside of the front passenger's sun visor along with a special ornamental badge above the V (for Vauxhall) badge on the nose of the car.
A radio was optional.
In October 1955 a facelift model with deeper front and rear screens was introduced.
The balanced drop windows were replaced by ones with winding mechanisms, there were interior trim improvements, separate amber rear flasher lights and windscreen washers became standard.
A new chrome plated grille with fewer vertical slats replaced the earlier diecast version.
A Cresta tested by the magazine The Motor in 1956 had a top speed of 8...
Price Analysis vs Other Cresta Es
£53,760
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£53,760
Median Price (Since 2020)
£53,760
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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Previous Cresta E Sales
MOT Information
Expired
Expired on 23rd Jul 2015
Latest MOT mileage:
59,161 miles
MOT History
Passed
On 15th Jul 2014, 59,161 miles
Passed
On 11th Jul 2013, 58,740 miles
Passed
On 4th Jul 2012, 58,704 miles
Passed
On 1st Jul 2011, 58,539 miles
MOT Mileage Trend
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Unit D, Lyndhurst Buildings, Lyndhurst Road, Ascot, Berkshire, SL5 9ED
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