Year: 1957 Make: Austin Model: FX3 Taxi Registration: UUV 569 Chassis No: FX3235707 Engine No: tba Mileage: tba The Austin FX3 was introduced in 1948 and produced until 1958.

Designed specifically for London's streets, the FX3 was developed by Austin in collaboration with taxi specialists Mann & Overton and coachbuilder Carbodies.

It featured a 2200cc four-cylinder petrol engine, later supplemented by a more economical diesel version.

Known for its distinctive pre-war styling, including flared wings and a prominent grille, the FX3 quickly became an icon of postwar London life.

It had a tight turning circle tailored for the capital’s narrow streets and complied with the strict Metropolitan Police regulations for taxis.

Most FX3s had an open luggage platform next to the driver, as was customary at the time.

Despite its utilitarian nature, the FX3 offered solid reliability and a comfortable ride.

It was eventually succeeded by the more modern FX4 in 1958, but the FX3 remains a nost...