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£14,280

1959 Bedford J5 Tipper (Short wheelbase)

United Kingdom • 18 Jul 2020 • Lot 246

Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This is a restored 1958-1975 Bedford TJ classic truck, with a 3.5-liter petrol engine, featuring a 'tipper'. It was restored in 2017 and retains its London Brick Merchants livery. The truck has been dry-stored, participated in rallies, and has had its tires renewed, with dark blue paint in very good condition.

Condition

7

While the vehicle was restored in 2017 and has renewed tires, the description notes 'very good condition' for the paintwork, implying it is not flawless. The vehicle has attended rallies and shows, suggesting it is well-maintained but likely has some signs of use consistent with a 'Very Good' rating.

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Transmission:

[Transmission]

Chassis No:

JSSC3-47234

Odometer:

34,060 miles

Reg Number:

340 UXO

RHD/LHD:

RHD

This car can be viewed in person from 14th to 18th July 2020 at our the auction site, Windsorview Lakes, Datchet, SL3 9HY Bedford was a subsidiary company of Vauxhall Motors which was the provider of commercial vehicles for the UK and export markets.

The origins of Vauxhall Motors can be traced to 1857 when Alexander Wilson founded the Vauxhall Iron Works in Wandsworth Road, Vauxhall, London.

Vauxhall Motors moved to Luton in 1905 and in November 1925 Vauxhall was acquired by General Motors.

During World War II production of civilian vehicles was suspended, and Vauxhall was given the task of building the Churchill tanks.

The Bedford TJ was first manufactured in 1958 and was an updated version of the TD range.

The TJ was available in the United Kingdom up until 1975, after 1975 it was manufactured only for export.

This wonderful and nostalgic example was restored in 2017 and still retains its livery of London Brick Merchants from Neasden.

It is powered by a 3.5 litre petrol engin...