1926 Singer 10/26 Two-Seater DHC with Dickey

Registration No: NH 6860
Chassis No: 8246
MOT: Exempt

• Previously in a 57 year ownership
• Photographs of the car's first restoration
• Ownership since August of 2022 by a mechanic at a well-respected restorers

An evolution of the proven Ten model, the Singer 10/26 was powered by an enlarged 1308cc OHV four-cylinder engine rated at 26bhp. Reputedly capable of 50mph, the newcomer benefited from the adoption of four-wheel drum brakes during 1926 before production ended the following year. Circa 15,500 examples were made but survivors are a rare sight today.

First registered on 25th March 1926, this Singer 10/26 Two-Seater Drophead Coupe with dickey seat is presented In the attractive combination of Maroon over Black with a Red interior. This particular example was owned by a Roy Leavesley from at least 1959 to 2016. In this 57 year ownership span, Leavesley would compile a rather impressive history file, in the form of a large box full of documentation. Included within is a host of paperwork, but highlights include original owner’s manuals, a maintenance voucher book complete with 5 stamps, a receipt for what could be Leavesley’s purchase, genuine period advertisements still in a pressed card folder in excellent condition, various period literature, wiring diagrams, drawings, manuals and more. Within, there is also a comprehensive supply of communications with the owners’ clubs and mechanics, photographs of the car as a restoration project for the first time and a significant collection of invoices and receipts for work undertaken over this period.

In 2010, the car would be subject to a restoration with Leavesley which would span two years until its completion in 2012. Included within the history file is a book documenting the process, accompanied by hundreds of photographs in numerous wallets documenting through to completion. The invoices for Roy appear to cease in January of 2016, where presumably the car moved to another owner. ‘NH 6960’ has been in current ownership since August of 2022 by a restoration mechanic at a well-respected restorers and the car still presents very well to this day, but due to lack of use and a change in circumstances is offered for sale today. Overall, an opportunity to acquire a rare, charming classic with a wonderful history.

For more information, please contact:
Andreas Hicks
andreas.hicks@handh.co.uk
07943584762