COOL AUSTIN OF ENGLAND BODY, VERY STREETABLE CAR, CLOTH BUCKET SEATS, 383CI

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1950 Austin A40
Stock #626-DFW

1950 Austin A40 for Sale

Charlotte Showroom
5400 West WT Harris Blvd
Charlotte. NC 28269
Local/International: (704) 598-2130
Toll-Free: (866) 542-8392
Hours: Mon - Fri: 9AM - 6PM EST
Sat: 9AM - 5PM EST
Email: sales-cha@streetsideclassics. com Atlanta Showroom
213 Thornton Rd
Lithia Springs. GA 30122
Local/International: (678) 279-1609
Toll-Free: (877) 367-1835
Hours: Mon - Fri: 9AM - 6PM EST
Sat: 9AM - 5PM EST
Email: sales-atl@streetsideclassics. com Dallas/Fort Worth Showroom
5400 Sandshell Dr
Fort Worth. TX 76137
Local/International: (817) 764-8000
Toll-Free: (855) 877-2707
Hours: Mon - Fri: 9AM - 6PM CST
Sat: 9AM - 5PM CST
Email: sales-dfw@streetsideclassics. com

VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS ENGINE:   383 V8 BODY STYLE :   Sedan TRANSMISSION:  
3 Speed Automatic
EXTERIOR COLOR:   ODOMETER READING:   1221 INTERIOR COLOR :      

VEHICLE FEATURES & OPTIONS

Cloth Interior. Coil-Over Suspension. Front Disc Brakes. Power Brakes. Seatbelts-Front. Tilt Wheel

SELLER REMARKS

Less weight means more performance. and this 1950 Austin A40 with the full pro-street treatment takes it to an extreme. It's also quite attractive and nicely finished. making it a welcome addition to a field crowded with the usual machines. If you believe good things come in small packages. this is an excellent example of it.

Of course this isn't the first time someone has stuffed a big American V8 into a diminutive English car. but in contrast to the far more common Anglias and English Fords. this little Austin has a pleasing vintage look that hasn't been brutally altered during the transformation. The curving fenders still give it a pleasing old-fashioned look and the rounded bodywork is more pre-war than 1950s. which is all part of its appeal. For a pro-street vehicle. finish quality is extremely good (heck. it's good for ANY type of vehicle). with great paint and subtle ghost flames licking from the front wheel wells. Despite the frame-wracking power that has been channeled through it. the doors fit well. the hood lines up right. and it shows much better than average quality everywhere you look. The front bumper was molded into the front clip. while the rear end has a distinctly British look with a very tidy razor-edge roll pan that wraps around the rear. making for a very handsome little car. In true hot rodding fashion. there's not a lot of chrome. but the remaining bright pieces like the grille badge and headlight rings are in good shape and add some sparkle.



The interior is not nearly as minimalist as its racing roods would suggest. Comfortable cloth buckets are quite supportive. and the six-point roll cage was cleverly designed to strengthen the tub but stays out of the way. making this car very user-friendly. The pro-street treatment definitely helps with passenger space. as the rear seat is gone. replaced by massive wheel tubs. and giving front seat passengers plenty of stretch-out room. The dash has clear VDO instruments and a big Auto Meter monster tach in the center. and with a tilt column and billet wheel. it's much more spacious behind the wheel than you'd expect. It's pre-wired for a stereo system. but it's for the next owner to decide what it'll be. and I'm guessing he'll be having too much fun with the loud pedal to worry about music. The fold-down trunk lid is uniquely British and offers access to the big polished stainless fuel cell stashed in the trunk.



Originally built as a full-race piece. the 383 cubic inch Chevy stroker motor under the hood today is a lot more streetable. yet still extremely potent. There's nothing radical but the well-sorted combination starts easily. idles well. and thanks to bottomless reserves of torque. acceleration is explosive at any speed. It's neatly finished with a smooth firewall. some chrome dress-up components. and a giant radiator up front. Underneath. it's a full 2x3 rectangular tube frame chassis with a strut-type front suspension with rack-and-pinion steering and disc brakes. while out back there are ladder bars with coil-over shocks and a narrowed 9-inch rear with acceleration-happy gears inside. A snappy TH350 3-speed automatic is ready for action or just a cruise. and the exhaust note is serious but not abusive. And no pro-street machine is finished without a set of skinny front tires and giant meats out back. all wrapped around traditional Weld Drag-Stars.



This gnarly little Austin is more than a handful for just about anything else that's street legal. and the look means it'll always be appreciated at shows. Call today!

1950 Austin A40 for Sale

 

1950 Austin A40 for Sale

Stock # 626-DFW  
Charlotte Showroom
5400 West WT Harris Blvd
Charlotte. NC 28269
Local/International: (704) 598-2130
Toll-Free: (866) 542-8392
Hours: Mon - Fri: 9AM - 6PM EST
Sat: 9AM - 5PM EST
Email: sales-cha@streetsideclassics. com Atlanta Showroom
213 Thornton Rd
Lithia Springs. GA 30122
Local/International: (678) 279-1609
Toll-Free: (877) 367-1835
Hours: Mon - Fri: 9AM - 6PM EST
Sat: 9AM - 5PM EST
Email: sales-atl@streetsideclassics. com Dallas/Fort Worth Showroom
5400 Sandshell Dr
Fort Worth. TX 76137
Local/International: (817) 764-8000
Toll-Free: (855) 877-2707
Hours: Mon - Fri: 9AM - 6PM CST
Sat: 9AM - 5PM CST
Email: sales-dfw@streetsideclassics. com

TERMS OF SALE  

1. Per the eBay User Agreement. by placing a bid you are entering into a legally binding contract and are committed to purchasing the vehicle described above. The details of this commitment are further outlined in the eBay User Agreement.

2. Vehicle may be sold by Streetside Classic Cars prior to the end of the auction. Streetside Classic Cars reserves the right to end its auctions early or to cancel bids solely at its discretion and shall not be held liable for any such cancellation.

3. The winning bidder is required to contact Streetside Classic Cars within 24 hours after the close of the auction to finalize the details of the transaction.

4. A $1. 00 non-refundable deposit is required within 48 hours of the auction's close.   This deposit reserves the vehicle and removes it from the market. Acceptable payment types for deposit are: credit card. wire transfer. cashier's check. and money order.

5. If winning bidder does not contact Streetside Classic Cars and submit deposit within 48 hours of auction close. vehicle may be made available to the next highest bidder or another qualified buyer on a first come. first serve basis.

6. Streetside Classic Cars has represented this vehicle to the best of its ability. Prospective bidders are encouraged to contact us directly to provide additional information or answer any questions.

7. Please be aware that all pre-owned vehicles. regardless of age. mileage. or manufacturer are subject to cosmetic wear and mechanical failure. Streetside Classic Cars encourages bidder to have a personal inspection completed prior to delivery to help ensure your satisfaction. Third party inspections are to take place prior to a vehicles shipment or delivery.

8. All vehicles are sold "AS IS" and with no warranties expressed or implied.

9. Final or winning bid price does not include shipping. tax. title. or registration fees. It is the purchaser's responsibility to provide for any state or local taxes and shipping expenses resulting from the sale.

10. We can assist you in delivery through our network of private and commercial carriers. Most of them can deliver the vehicle to your driveway. We assume no responsibility for damages or delays incurred once a vehicle is in a shipper's custody.

11. Streetside Classic Cars bears no liability and shall be held harmless for any complications. expenses. or damages resulting from a failure to meet these terms as they have been set forth and established herein.

12. An additional documentation fee of $199 will be added to the purchase price at the time of sale.

WE WELCOME INTERNATIONAL BUYERS

As an international buyer. it is as easy to purchase a vehicle from us as it is for any domestic buyer.   Please call or email any one of our showrooms at:

Charlotte Showroom Phone:
001-704-598-2130

Email
sales-cha@streetsideclassics. com

Atlanta Showroom Phone:
001-678-279-1609

Email
sales-atl@streetsideclassics. com

Dallas/Fort Worth Showroom Phone:
001-817-764-8000

Email
sales-dfw@streetsideclassics. com

Rest assured. you are dealing with one of the largest classic car dealerships in the United States with one of the largest (500+) vehicles on display. Our sales staff is very knowledgeable and can assist you in every aspect of the purchase.

International buyers welcome!
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If you decide to purchase from us. we require that you give us your complete name. address and phone numbers (home. office. mobile and fax) and a port of entry that handles containers. We do not ship vehicles open (RORO: Roll On Roll Off) due to risk of damage to vehicle and theft of parts.

All international purchases must be paid by bank wire transfer in US Dollar funds only.

Once we have received the funds. we will prepare the car for international shipment through one of our approved land and ocean carriers. We file all the necessary documents for export. deliver the car to a US port. secure it in containers and board an ocean carrier. We can land a vehicle to any port worldwide handling container traffic. We export cars regularly and are familiar with export requirements. You. or your agent. are responsible for Custom clearing the vehicle and registration in your own country.

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