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£2,990 (Est: £3,000 - £5,000)
1950 VAUXHALL VELOX LIP - WITH TRANSFERABLE REGISTRATION 'EDY 282' - STARTS, RUNS AND DRIVES
United Kingdom • 22 Jun 2026 • Lot 5
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This is a rare 1950 Vauxhall Velox LIP, a sought-after post-war collector's item with only a dozen estimated remaining in the UK. It starts, runs, and drives, featuring an original interior and low mileage, though it will require some light reconditioning to return to daily driver status.
Condition
7
The car is described as 'extremely well presented and solid solid throughout' with an original interior. It was last on the road in 2020 and has been regularly started and moved since. Recent work includes a brake rebuild in 2017 and new tires in 2020. The description notes that 'some light reconditioning will be in order' and that it would not take much to get it back to 'daily drive' status, suggesting it's in Very Good condition.
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Manual
Transmission:
0650
Chassis No:
Odometer:
43,385 miles
EDY 282
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
1950 VAUXHALL VELOX LIP - WITH TRANSFERABLE REGISTRATION 'EDY 282' - STARTS, RUNS AND DRIVES
The 1950 Vauxhall Velox LIP is an early post-war British flagship saloon known for its distinct transatlantic styling and smooth performance.
Manufactured by Vauxhall (a General Motors subsidiary) at their Luton plant, the 'LIP' code refers strictly to the L-Type generation of the Velox produced between 1948 and 1951.
Engine: 2,275 cc (2.3L) inline-six, overhead valve (OHV) 'Sixlight'.
Power Output: Around 54 brake horsepower (bhp) with strong low-end torque.
Transmission: 3-speed manual column shift ('three-on-the-tree').
Suspension & Brakes: Independent 'knee-action' torsion bar front suspension, leaf-sprung rear axle, and hydraulic brakes.
Performance: A top speed of roughly 74–77 mph, with a relaxed cruising sweet spot at 60 mph.
Design & Market Context
The LIP shared its four-door body shell with the lesser, four-cylinder Vauxhall Wyvern.
However, the premium Velox distinguished itself...
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£2,990
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£5,200
Median Price (Since 2020)
£22,400
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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