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 |  |  | Chummy Tourer Chassis Num: C39274 |
| Sold for $12,100 at 2008 RM Auctions. | |||
Stanley Howard edge was enlisted to help with the design of the new vehicle. The designs were completed in April of 1922 and three prototypes soon followed. The vehicle was a step above a cycle-car and offered seating for four-passengers. It had a water-cooled four-cylinder engine, three-speed sliding gear transmission, shaft drive, and four-wheel brakes. Production official commenced in July of 1922 and sold for 225 British Pounds. It was dubbed the Austin Seven, after its taxable horsepower rating, and immediately became a success. Production would continue until 1939 with nearly 291,000 examples produced.
This 1924 Austin Seven 'Chummy' Tourer was imported to the United States in 1970. Recently, it was painted in British Racing Green with black fenders and black wire wheels. There is a spare tire mounted in the rear, four wire wheels, black leather seats in the front and black vinyl in the rear, and cowl-mounted headlamps. The L-head four-cylinder engine displaces 747cc and produces a modest 12 bhp. The wheelbase is a mere 81-inches.
In 2008 this 1924 Austin Seven was brought to RM Auctions' Vintage Motor Cars of Meadow Brook. It was estimated to sell for $20,000-$30,000 and offered without reserve. Bidding reached $12,100, including buyer's premium, and since there was no reserve the lot was sold.
By Daniel Vaughan | Sep 2008
The Austin Seven was produced from 1923 through 1939 with only minor modifications to the design through its production lifespan. It was a simple machine intended to provide the home mechanic the opportunity to race competitively. During the 1920s, the Austin Seven was a popular favorite in Britain, as its lightweight characteristics made it high competitive. In 1934, the cars were given a lower chassis which allowed new bodies and styles to be adapted. The tires were reduced from 19-inch to 17-inch, and synchromesh was now available on the top two gears.
Parts for the Austin Seven were abundant and cheap. These formed the basis for numerous 'specials' and factory prepared machines. In 1924 came the Ulster, which had a Cozette-blown supercharger which gave the little machine a top speed of 75 mph.
The small monoposto racer became so popular, that the 750 Motor Club formed the Formula 750. Many famous drivers, such as Lotus founder Colin Chapman, got their start in Formula 750.
By Daniel Vaughan | Jun 2007
Parts for the Austin Seven were abundant and cheap. These formed the basis for numerous 'specials' and factory prepared machines. In 1924 came the Ulster, which had a Cozette-blown supercharger which gave the little machine a top speed of 75 mph.
The small monoposto racer became so popular, that the 750 Motor Club formed the Formula 750. Many famous drivers, such as Lotus founder Colin Chapman, got their start in Formula 750.
By Daniel Vaughan | Jun 2007
British based Austin Motor Company was formed in 1905 by Herbert Austin, later to be known as Sir Herbert, who had been a manager of the Wolseley Too and Motor Car Company. Their first vehicle was powered by a four-cylinder engine that displaced five-liters and was chain driven. Around 200 examples were produced during the five years of production.
Production soon expanded to a wider range of vehicles, including the 15, 18/24 and the 40HP four-cylinder models. A 60HP six cylinder vehicle was even available.
In 1908, four and six cylinder models were entered into the French Grand Prix. During practice two were crashed, with only one able to participate in the race. It did not do well. Two other Austin's managed to finish in 18th and 19th position.
Austin introduced a single-cylinder mini car in 1090 which produced around 7 horsepower.
During World War I a factory was created which would be used for automobile production when the war concluded. It was a large factory and was never completely utilized by the Austin Motor Car Company. Beginning in 1919, the company chose to produce one model and power it by a 3.6-liter engine that produced 20 horsepower; it was named the Austin 20. The company created a variety of bodystyles and even tractors but never reached high volume capacity. In the early 1920s they entered into receivership but was rescued only a short time later. The company diversified by offering a wider range of vehicles, including the 1661cc Twelve and the Austin 7. The Austin 7 drew its inspiration from the earlier single-cylinder car that Austin had created prior tot he war. Both new models were small and inexpensive which appealed to a wider group of buyers.
The Austin Twelve was very similar to the Austin 20, but with scaled down to reduce the cost. Production would continue until 1936. The Austin Seven was the car that helped rescue the company from the brink of receivership. It had a 696cc engine which would later expand to 747cc. Over 290,000 examples would be produced during its production run, lasting until 1939.
By Daniel Vaughan | Sep 2007
Production soon expanded to a wider range of vehicles, including the 15, 18/24 and the 40HP four-cylinder models. A 60HP six cylinder vehicle was even available.
In 1908, four and six cylinder models were entered into the French Grand Prix. During practice two were crashed, with only one able to participate in the race. It did not do well. Two other Austin's managed to finish in 18th and 19th position.
Austin introduced a single-cylinder mini car in 1090 which produced around 7 horsepower.
During World War I a factory was created which would be used for automobile production when the war concluded. It was a large factory and was never completely utilized by the Austin Motor Car Company. Beginning in 1919, the company chose to produce one model and power it by a 3.6-liter engine that produced 20 horsepower; it was named the Austin 20. The company created a variety of bodystyles and even tractors but never reached high volume capacity. In the early 1920s they entered into receivership but was rescued only a short time later. The company diversified by offering a wider range of vehicles, including the 1661cc Twelve and the Austin 7. The Austin 7 drew its inspiration from the earlier single-cylinder car that Austin had created prior tot he war. Both new models were small and inexpensive which appealed to a wider group of buyers.
The Austin Twelve was very similar to the Austin 20, but with scaled down to reduce the cost. Production would continue until 1936. The Austin Seven was the car that helped rescue the company from the brink of receivership. It had a 696cc engine which would later expand to 747cc. Over 290,000 examples would be produced during its production run, lasting until 1939.
By Daniel Vaughan | Sep 2007
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