"Based on a concept drawn by Raymond Loewy, the Austin A30, and latterly the A35, was the brand's entry-level model for post-war Britain, but its ability goes way deeper than its charming styling. As Austin's rival to the Morris Minor, the car utilised a more modern and stiffer monocoque construction. It has since forged a formidable reputation in historic classic saloon racing as a ‘giant killer’ and it's well documented that both Graham Hill and James Hunt were very fond of its abilities as indeed were more recent Goodwood Revival stars, Rae Davis and Martin Brundle in their favourite race, the St. Mary's Trophy.
There is little history to accompany this example although a little sleuthing may uncover some competition work in its recent past. The interior has been minimised to an extent, the windows are fixed and the brightwork is now matt black to show a more menacing face to the opposition. Additionally, the trafficators have been removed and the steel wheels, shod with fresh rubber and match the matt black bumpers. Offered to auction without reserve, what more accessible and charismatic classic could gain you entry to Goodwood's famed pre-'66 carpark for the money?
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