Lot details Registration No: UAG 858 Chassis No: B2064 Mot Expiry: Feb 2008
Not a name that will be familiar to most people, the Elswick Dunsmore is the creation of a Mr Bill Hines of Stretton-on-Dunsmore. Styled loosely in the manner of a 1929-35 period Alfa Romeo Sports, but not it must be emphasised an exact replica, the Dunsmore was a handbuilt special of which between 14 and 16 are thought to have been made. The Dunsmore is however unusual in that no 2 cars are thought to have been exactly the same.
This particular car was built for an Isle of Man resident in 1989 who unfortunately died soon afterwards. Its second owner lived on the south coast and he kept the car until 2004 when ill heath forced the sale of car to the vendor, who himself is only selling the car as he is moving overseas. Powered by a 3000cc 6-cylinder Vauxhall engine with 4 speed manual gearbox, we are told that this example has covered only just over 4,500 from new, a figure that the vendor guarantees to be correct. Finished in bright red with what is described as a 'leather look' interior in burgundy this right hand drive car sits on wire wheels. Described variously by the vendor as 'good' (engine, transmission, paintwork), 'very good' (electrics), 'excellent' (bodywork) and 'superb' (interior, chassis) we are told that the car received a set of new 18" wheels and tyres in 2005 in order to complete the correct period look. Having lived all its life in a warm garage we are told, the car will be presented to the sale with a renewed MOT certificate.
PLEASE NOTE: This vehicle now comes with an MOT certificate until February 2008.
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