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1926 Swift 14/40 Tourer
Richard Edmonds • United Kingdom • 24 Feb 2024
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This 1926 Swift 14/40 Tourer, first registered in April 1926, boasts a rich history with a succession of owners and even a stint in the show 'Mr. Pastry.' Powered by a 1631cc engine and four-speed gearbox, it features a maroon-bodied open tourer with black wings and comes with a good history file.
Having been owned by the vendor since 2012, it is said that it has been enjoyed for trips to the supermarket and holidays to France. The car also features an Auster screen for rear passenger comfort and an engine rebuild by the current owner.
Condition
6
The car's description indicates that it is in good condition overall. The bodywork is described as being finished in maroon with black wings, and it has good weather equipment. The engine has been rebuilt, and the car has been used for various drives. However, there is no specific mention of any cosmetic or mechanical issues, making it difficult to provide a more precise rating.
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Reg Number:
ER 5711
RHD/LHD:
RHD
1926 Swift 14/40 TourerRegistration No ER 5711Chassis Number TBAEngine No TBAOne of the lesser-known names of British motoring now, the Swift Motor Company came through sewing machines in 1859, through to the second largest cycle maker in the UK in 1869 and into car manufacturing.
The Swift Motor Company was formed in 1902, although a few machines were made prior to this with propriety engines.
The factory was based in the Cheylesmore district of Coventry.
Two- and three-cylinder engines were offered from 1904 and were of Swift’s own design with large engines of 16 hp from 1905.
Various models and cyclecars followed until 1925 when there was a new design, the 12/35 and then the 14/40.
First registered in April 1926, the car was purchased by a Mr.
Bailey of Walden who then passed it to his son in 1935.
Mr.
Bailey Jnr.
then sold the car to a Mr.
Buckmaster.
In 1960 a Mr.
Allway became the owner and he kept the car until 2003.
In his ownership the car was used in a show calle...
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