A matching numbers example, it comes supplied with V5C registration document, Heritage Certificate and a comprehensive history file including receipts from the rebuild together with a photographic record of the restoration. The condition of the car is very good, having been kept in a heated garage and covering under a thousand miles since the restoration was completed. The car has been assessed regularly, with the last stating that everything ranges from very good to new condition, with improvements over the years noted. We have recommissioned the car replacing and updating components as required.
The two-tone bodywork presents extremely well, the body panels have a good fit, with many having been replaced or refurbished during the restoration. The accompanying history file details the panels replaced and the work carried out to both chassis and bodywork.
During the course of the restoration, everything mechanical was stripped, checked and rebuilt as applicable. The very detailed notes and invoices confirm that the following mechanical work was carried out • Engine stripped, checked and rebuilt with new gaskets & seals. A cylinder head conversion for unleaded fuel was carried out • Radiator rebuilt • Gearbox rebuilt with new parts and seals, new thrust bearing. Overdrive checked which works perfectly in 3rd and 4th gear • Suspension work carried out with four new shock absorbers fitted
The interior was completely stripped and replaced with red leather piped in black with matching red dashboard, carpets and door panels, complemented by a black hood, tonneau and side screens with new chrome work.
Built in January 1960, and shipped to Canada in February of that year, it was bought new by a newly qualified dental surgeon in Northern Canada as a reward for qualifying, he kept the car for almost 40 years before selling it in 1999 to its second owner, a British expat, who in 2002 started a full ground up restoration. Due to an illness the restoration was delayed several times but was finally completed in late 2006. The work included a full bare metal rotisserie restoration with no area being neglected.
Prior to being completely resprayed, the chassis was checked for correctness, sandblasted and restored to as new condition and resprayed in the matching body colour. The engine was stripped and checked over, with the head being rebuilt and fitted with hardened valve seats for modern fuels. The carburettors were rebuilt, the gearbox was also stripped and a number of new parts fitted as well as new mounts. A new wiring loom was fitted and the interior was fully retrimmed in red leather with a ribbed tonneau cover, new hood and side screens.
This left-hand drive car was returned to the UK in 2017 by its third and current owner and presents stunningly in red with red and black interior. The car starts on the button and drives superbly with no rattles or squeaks, testament to the quality of the restoration, with recorded running temperature of 180 degrees and oil pressure of 40 psi when hot.
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To chat about any of the cars in the showroom please contact Ian Le Riche on +44 (0) 1534 864073 or email
We can provide a brokerage service for the sale of your vehicle, maximising the sale value achieved through our industry connections and selected marketing platforms.
Our highly skilled team can provide a complete service including all aspects of mechanical and engineering work, bodywork, upholstery and detailing to produce an exceptional restored vehicle.
We can provide dry and secure storage for private vehicles in both Jersey and Guernsey. We can also provide ongoing inspection and maintenance services for stored vehicles.
We can provide a brokerage service for the sale of your vehicle, maximising the sale value achieved through our industry connections and selected marketing platforms.
Browse our online showroom and view our stunning inventory of classic and vintage vehicles. Should you have any questions or have a particular vehicle in mind, Ian or Joe are available to discuss your requirements.
Our highly skilled team can provide a complete service including all aspects of mechanical and engineering work, bodywork, upholstery and detailing to produce an exceptional restored vehicle.
We can provide dry and secure storage for private vehicles in both Jersey and Guernsey. We can also provide ongoing inspection and maintenance services for stored vehicles.
Browse our online showroom and view our stunning inventory of classic and vintage vehicles. Should you have any questions or have a particular vehicle in mind, Ian or Joe are available to discuss your requirements.
Our highly skilled team can provide a complete service including all aspects of mechanical and engineering work, bodywork, upholstery and detailing to produce an exceptional restored vehicle.