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1932 Triumph Southern Cross four-seat Tourer

United Kingdom • 20 Aug 2016 • Lot 297

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This 1932 Triumph Southern Cross Tourer has been under the same ownership for over 50 years. Restored between 2004-2008 and recently re-commissioned, it's reported to be one of only six Southern Cross 'Nine' tourers to survive with its original bodywork, presenting in first-class condition.

Condition

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The car is in excellent condition, having been restored between 2004 and 2008 and recently re-commissioned. The vehicle has been well maintained, and has a large history file. The condition is also supported by a letter from the Pre-1940 Triumph Motor Club Archivist and Registrar, dated February 2015 stating, "The car is one of only six Southern Cross 'Nine' tourers to survive with their original style bodywork. This car is in first class condition throughout."

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Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

90705

Odometer:

35,087 miles

Reg Number:

KV 2263

RHD/LHD:

RHD

The Triumph Southern Cross Tourer was built upon the type nine chassis and used the Coventry Climax, overhead inlet and side exhaust valve engine of 1,018cc displacement with a four-speed gearbox.

This model was the first of many variations, all, similar in design before being replaced by the all new, two seater, Gloria Southern Cross.

This 1932 Triumph Southern Cross has been in the same ownership for more than 50 years whereby it was lovingly cared for, attending many rallies with the Pre-1940 Triumph Owner's Club, the owner being one of the earliest members.

It was given to the gentleman owner by his father in 1963 and has been a part of his family since.

Sadly, the owner passed away and the car stood for 18 months.

The Triumph is in excellent condition having been restored by South Stoke Workshops in Oxfordshire circa 2004 to 2008 and has recently had light re-commissioning works undertaken to maintain its running condition, with the car starting and running well.

The large h...