The car is in very good original condition, commensurate with mileage and ownership, the paintwork is original as is the interior, which is in good condition, with original seats and carpets . Mechanically the car was serviced on sale, and just over 200 miles have been covered since
The Mushroom grey body work is in extremely good original condition, and presents very well, the car is now fitted with period style alloy wheels which show the car off to its best effect
The car was regularly maintained by it’s first owner, and sale to the present owner, the car was checked over and the following parts replaced as part of the last service just over 200 miles ago. New head gasket, coolant replaced, new oil filter, new air filter, new spark plugs, new drive shaft rubbers, points cleaned and adjusted, new thermostat and gasket, new cam covers, all fluid levels checked. Documentation History file Article from Classic car buyer April 23rd 2014. Old Mot’s Original Norris brothers tax disc holder.
The interior is in very good original condition, with some slight wear to edge of the carpet on the drivers side
Sold new in 1968 by Norris Brothers of Tamworth, this one previous owner Imp Californian has only covered 49276 miles from new, on arrival in Guernsey in 2014, the mileage was 49002 miles. On sale the Californian was serviced and fitted with a new cylinder head gasket. Based on the Hillman Imp introduced in 1963, the Californian coupe was launched in 1967, the coupe version having a sloping tail, and no rear hatch. The Imp and its variants were developed as a competitor to the Mini, and were the first British production to be rear engined, also the first mass produced British car to be built with an aluminium engine block and cylinder head. Production took place between 1963 and 1976 with just under 500, 000 cars being built by Rootes.
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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.