Est: £5,000 - £6,000
1951 WOLSELEY 6/80 SALOON
Humbert & Ellis • UK • 16 Nov 2026
Market Position:
Mid-Market
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Est: £5,000 - £6,000
1951 WOLSELEY 6/80 SALOON
UK • 16 Nov 2026 • Lot 10
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
A restored 1951 Wolseley 6/80 finished in maroon with a tan interior, offering rare post-war British classic charm. Features a 2.2L 6-cylinder engine and 4-speed manual transmission, making it suitable for events.
Condition
7
Restored, presents well, minor wear expected
/ 10
62,764 miles
AAE141861
RHD
United Kingdom
Manual
UVW 438
1951
Auction
Est: £5,000 - £6,000
1951 WOLSELEY 6/80 SALOON
Humbert & Ellis • UK • 16 Nov 2026
Market Position:
Mid-Market
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Description
1951 WOLSELEY 6/80 SALOONRegistration number: UVW 438Chassis number: AAE14/18662Engine number: C24057Mileage: 62,764 miles indicated
Exterior: Maroon
Interior: Tan
An elegant example of one of post-war Britain’s most distinctive saloons, this 1951 Wolseley 6/80 is finished in an attractive shade of maroon complemented by a beautifully reupholstered tan interior. Previously restored and presenting well today, it offers an appealing opportunity to acquire a characterful British classic with considerable period charm. Introduced in 1948, the Wolseley 6/80 was developed under the Nuffield Organisation, sharing its fundamental body structure with the Morris Six MS while benefiting from Wolseley’s distinctive styling and more luxurious appointments. Its imposing upright radiator grille, traditional chrome detailing and illuminated Wolseley badge give the model a particularly distinguished appearance. Power is provided by a 2,215cc overhead-camshaft straight-six engine, breathing through t...
Price Analysis vs Other 6/80s
£2,340
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£6,496
Median Price (Since 2020)
£8,424
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on 3rd Jun 2012
Latest MOT mileage:
62,465 miles
MOT History
Passed
On 23rd May 2011, 62,465 miles
Failed
On 13th May 2010, 62,255 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
- Nearside Front Upper Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
- Offside Front Upper Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Centre Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
- Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Passed
On 13th May 2010, 62,255 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
- Nearside Front Upper Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
- Offside Front Upper Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
Passed
On 20th May 2009, 62,014 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
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