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£32,775 (Est: £3,800 - £4,800)

1961 AUSTIN A55 HALF-TONNE PICKUP VAN - ONLY 42 REMAINING IN UK

United Kingdom • 17 Aug 2026 • Lot 2

Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This 1961 Austin Half-Ton Pickup is a rare survivor with only 42 remaining in the UK, featuring a sympathetic MG engine upgrade for improved drivability. It presents as a charming and usable classic, suitable for collection or light duties.

Condition

7

The vehicle is described as a 'highly attractive example' with 'honest, workmanlike proportions' and a 'strong sense of originality and visual appeal'. It has undergone a sympathetic mechanical enhancement with an MG engine and recent engine work. While it has a new speedometer showing 1257 miles, indicating it's not original mileage, the overall impression is of a well-maintained and usable classic, aligning with a 'Very Good' condition.

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Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

45330

Odometer:

1,257 miles

Reg Number:

YJN 921

RHD/LHD:

RHD

1961 AUSTIN A55 HALF-TONNE PICKUP VAN - ONLY 42 REMAINING IN UK
A highly attractive example of British light commercial design, this 1961 Austin Half-Ton Pick-Up presents as a rare and characterful survivor from the marque’s post-war utility range.

Exhibiting the honest, workmanlike proportions synonymous with Austin’s commercial vehicles of the period, it retains a strong sense of originality and visual appeal.
Of particular note is the fitment of an MG-sourced engine in place of the original unit, affording improved performance and enhanced drivability while remaining in keeping with the vehicle’s period character.

This well-judged upgrade offers a subtle but worthwhile increase in usability, making the vehicle more suited to modern road conditions.
At the same time (June 2010) new bearings were fitted, rings and valves ground in, and new gasket fitted.
Although showing 1257 miles it has been noted that it had a new speedo and odometer were fitted when the current vendor restored...