Austin Princess Vanden Plas 1968 For Sale

Austin Princess 1300 Vanden Plas 1968. four door manual in Sherwood Green.
A very original car with champagne beige leather seats (no cracks or tears)
Good all round compression checked by vanden plas engineer.
The Princess 1300 was the prestige version of the Issigonis-designed 1100/ 1300 family of four door saloons.
This is a rare little car with remarkably only 16, 000 genuine miles on the clock backed up by previous MOTs.
Often referred to as the mini Rolls Royce of its day, a head turner in this modern age of standard shaped cars.
The interior is very original and in good condition with cream carpets, walnut dashboard and wooden picnic tables in the rear.
An historic car so no tax to pay, MOT excempt.
Good solid floors and good sills.
New battery, still under guarantee, starts on the button.
Extras include retractable seat belts, owners hardback handbook and the original sales brochure in full colour.
With a very smooth gear change and the built in hydrolastic suspension it all makes for a very comfortable ride. A rare opportunity to own a very useable classic.
It will prove a wise investment as these cars become rare and more sought after in the years ahead. With a little TLC this car could be concourse.
Also advertised with the Vanden Plas Owners Club
The car is in daily use.

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