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LOT 20 P

1912 Wolseley 16/20 Booth Brothers open-drive all-weather cabriolet Registration no. RL 2243 Chassis no. 16482

Sold for £32,062.50 inc. premiumLot to be sold without reserve
Lot 20P

1912 Wolseley 16/20 Booth Brothers open-drive all-weather cabriolet
Registration no. RL 2243 Chassis no. 16482

1912 Wolseley 16/20 Booth Brothers open-drive all-weather cabriolet
Registration no. RL 2243
Chassis no. 16482

Odometer Reading: TBA
MoT Expiry: Exempt

*Charming unusual Edwardian
*Well known in Wolseley circles
*Recent tyres


An estate sale lot, this Wolseley 16/20 is said to be in 'good condition' with a versatile coachwork design which can be fully closed or fully open in the rear, the seats trimmed in Bedford cloth while those in the front are in buttoned black leather. The engine is reported to start and pull strongly and, that all-round, it performs well. Sensible upgrades include an electric starter and flashing indicators, this VCC dated quality motor car has been much enjoyed in the late owners enthusiast care.

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Footnotes

Please note the correct registration number is RI2243, not as catalogued.
Vendor Score Total: 65/100

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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: 15/25
Body Work: 3
Chrome/Plastics/Trim: 3
Glass: 3
Paint: 3
Wheels/Tyres: 3

INTERIOR TOTAL: 12/20
Dashboard/Door cards/Carpets: 3
Headlining: 3
Seats: 3
Trim: 3

ENGINE TOTAL: 15/20
Mechanical components: 4
Running: 4
Starting: 4
Under Bonnet: 3

RUNNING GEAR TOTAL: 12/20
Axles: 3
Brakes: 3
Gearbox/Clutch: 3
Suspension: 3

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

Car History File: 3

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Please note the correct registration number is RI2243, not as catalogued.

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