1954 (N) Austin A30

A nice usable example finished in grey with smart period interior in red. A solid and un restored car with a wonderful patina about the whole thing from the vintage period of October 1954. A bright little Austin A30 finished in popular two door guise, with original trafficators sitting on its period correct 13" steel wheels with polished centre caps. Under the bonnet, is the four-cylinder BMC A Series petrol engine with a single carb giving c.28Bhp and 54NM of torque driving the rear wheels via four-speed manual transmission. With some spirited driving, period road tests saw between 67-70mph top speeds with a 0-50mph time of 29 seconds and fuel consumption of c.38mpg. Inside we find a contrasting red vinyl interior with matching door cards and carpet which look to have been renewed in recent times, along with fitment of the optional heater (a £9 option when new) The history file makes for interesting reading free to tax and MOT exempt. Presenting well given its age, starting with ease and running as it should, this little A30 looks like a lot of fun.