1986 Interstyl Hustler Huntsman 6 Registration no. Q984 CPE Chassis no. SABLVL03606115033 Engine no. 12H996AA 156459
1986 Interstyl Hustler Huntsman 6
Registration no. Q984 CPE
Chassis no. SABLVL03606115033
Engine no. 12H996AA 156459
Registration no. Q984 CPE
Chassis no. SABLVL03606115033
Engine no. 12H996AA 156459
Footnotes
Best remembered for his futuristically styled Aston Martin Lagonda of the 1970s, the late William Towns turned to a succession of smaller but no less idiosyncratic vehicles after he left Newport Pagnell. Produced by Towns' own Interstyl company and first seen in 1978, the Hustler was a kit-car designed to accept Mini engines and running gear, and looked like an enlarged and more angular version of the Moke. The original Hustler 4 set the pattern for those that followed, consisting of a steel platform monocoque clad in glassfibre lower body panels with a hatchback-style cabin and vinyl-covered plywood roof.
Offered here is an example of the Mini Metro-based six-wheeled Huntsman 6. Correctly registered as a Hustler, it has had only three former keepers (details available). We are advised that the car has recently been sound-proofed, carpeted throughout and fitted with new rear seats, boot lid, 'Hustler' decals and bespoke galvanised bumpers, while other noteworthy features include a custom Power Flow stainless steel exhaust system and Performance alloy wheels. Only 1,931 miles have been covered since the engine was replaced in 2009 by the previous owner. The vehicle is offered with original sales leaflet and history, current road fund licence, MoT to May 2015 and V5 registration document. Rare and stylish, this Hustler represents an affordable and practical alternative to the more commonly encountered 'Jolly' beach cars.
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