540 K Convertible A , 1938 , Chassis Number 169407 , perfectly restored
on a very good basis ( car stood in Harrah`s Automobile Collection for a long time ).
During the restoration a power steering was fitted to the car – the original steering box
comes with the car . Perfect to drive ! Car
One of only fifty cars built. This rare model is only now being fully appreciated for the fine motor car it is. Significant engine rebuild by Ecurie Bertelli recently, and not yet fully run in. A very original example in very good condition. A lovely touring car.
Very fast and ready to race
Austin Seven with covered trailer. eligible for the
Pre War Austin Seven Club’s Bert Hadley Championship and the 750 Motor Club’s Triple Challenge
Many people prefer these clubs because they allow much more modifications than the VSCC
and this car is so far modified that the VSCC will not accept it. This does of ..
A Weyman period style tourer body with helmet wings at the front creates the right environmental atmosphere for driver and passengers. Entered in a series of VSCC contests (sprints, hill climbs, etc...) this Invicta has lived up to the expectations by simply winning them all! Registered in the UK under her original and valuable registration (LJ7803..
Carefully maintained and in excellent condition, this car has had relatively little use in the past twenty years, but has appeared in the occasional AMOC rally.
With original short chassis Le Mans as good as this car now fetching over £100,000 this car with it's exceptional engine is very good. The old engine is available seperately.
Seller's Notes:"This car came to France during the war years. In 1945 it came into the possesion of the minester of foreign affairs. The restoration took 10 years after which the car was udesd during various tour-rallies. The lefthand drive car is a pleasure to drive and feels more solid than for instance a Delahaye 135 MS. Carte Grise.
This car is in very sound and presentable condition. The interior has been completely retrimmed and looks really very smart. It is very spacious inside and has extra folding seats in the rear so is ideal for largeish familes and perfect for weddings. Austin 18s are nice quality cars with smooth powerful engines and easy to use gear boxes. They are..
This 540 K was completely restored by a reputable German specialist and did only a few careful miles since. Based on a B-Convertible the car was carefully rebuild to become a Special-Roadster over a period of 8 years. The condition can only be described as concours!