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LOT 205

1956 Ford Thames E83W Metal Sided Pick Up Registration no. XTU 814 Chassis no. C 902551

Sold for £9,562.50 inc. premium
Lot 205

1956 Ford Thames E83W Metal Sided Pick Up
Registration no. XTU 814 Chassis no. C 902551

1956 Ford Thames E83W Metal Sided Pick Up
Registration no. XTU 814
Chassis no. C 902551

*Older restored example
*Ideal for company adverting
*HCVS Run eligible
*1,200cc engine


MOT Exempt
Mileage 21,280

This charming Ford Thames pickup was completed restored in 1992 and still presents well. Being offered for auction from a highly important European collection the pickup has been well maintained since its restoration. Running and driving well the pickup is eligible for the Historic Commercial Vehicle Society's London to Brighton run and is in ready to use condition. The rear pickup Currently sign written for G R Rimmer & Sons building contractors the pickup can easily be rebranded if required. Offered with a good history file containing various bills for maintenance and a V5C registration document.

Footnotes

Vendor Score Total: 83/100

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Key for sellers' assessments:
1/5 POOR. A project vehicle | Requires urgent attention | Damaged | Parts missing
2/5 AVERAGE. Useable condition | Requires some attention | Light damage
3/5 GOOD. Drive away | Presents well | Good history file | Drives well
4/5 VERY GOOD. Well restored | Running and driving with no noticeable faults | Sound throughout
5/5 EXCELLENT. Concours condition | Beautifully presented | Driving very well


EXTERIOR TOTAL: 25/25
Body Work: 5
Chrome/Plastics/Trim: 5
Glass: 5
Paint: 5
Wheels/Tyres: 5

INTERIOR TOTAL: 19/20
Dashboard/Door cards/Carpets: 5
Headlining: 5
Seats: 4
Trim: 5

ENGINE TOTAL: 16/20
Mechanical components: 4
Running: 4
Starting: 4
Under Bonnet: 4

RUNNING GEAR TOTAL: 15/20
Axles: 3
Brakes: 4
Gearbox/Clutch: 4
Suspension: 4

ELECTRICAL TOTAL: 8/10
Ancillary components: 4
Main components: 4

Car History File: Not Disclosed

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