1953 WOLSELEY 6/80 SALOON

2,214cc. This Wolseley 6/80 saloon was despatched from the factory on July 4th 1951 and delivered to Nuffield Exports Ltd., when it was shipped to Kenya. It was brought back to the UK and registered here in 1953 on its current registration plate, NXP 81. Thereafter, it has had 4 recorded owners. It spent some time on display at the Metropolitan Police Traffic Museum in London and although it is not believed it was actually used in service, as it is more likely a replica, it has all the equipment of the period including Winkworth bell, PA system, telephone and radio etc., Everything is functioning. It even comes with the police officer of the days coat and hat.

The Wolseley comes with a large history file including workshop manuals and handbooks, lots of old MoTs and bills for previous work. Described as being in very sound condition and driving well with the benefit of electronic ignition and alternator conversion with twin battery set up. Also fitted with radial tyres all round. 

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