LOT 79
1939 Albion FT3 Lorry Registration no. AVP 366 Chassis no. 158023
1939 Albion FT3 Lorry Registration no. AVP 366 Chassis no. 158023
1939 Albion FT3 Lorry
Registration no. AVP 366
Chassis no. 158023
Registration no. AVP 366
Chassis no. 158023
MOT Expiry: N/A
*Beautiful Albion flatbed lorry
*Rare model
*Previously restored
Founded in 1899, Albion Motors was a Scottish automobile manufacturer that also specialised in commercial vehicles. Sadly the company and was sold under British Leyland, but it is notable for producing iconic vehicles such as the Albion Ventura double decker bus. In production from 1939 until 1954, the Albion FT3 was in fact the company's longest lived model, and was originally powered by six-cylinder petrol engines. However, out of practicality and rising fuel prices many were later converted to diesel. This 1939 Albion FT3 is a wonderful early example that was previously restored in 1986. It is finished in a beautiful blue and red contrasting colour scheme that is painted to match the vendor's father's transport company. The colours really help to make the vehicle stand out. This example comes with little history, but does come with original wooden crates on the rear bed. The vehicle runs and drives well, and overall is in a presentable condition. The running gear and suspension are also in good condition. There is still an active Albion owners club for a new owner to join if desired, with many rallies held each year. This is a beautiful vehicle that is now increasingly hard to come by.
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Footnotes
Vendor Score Total: 62/100
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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: 11/20
Dashboard/Door cards/Carpets: 2
Headlining: 3
Seats: 3
Trim: 3
ENGINE TOTAL: 14/20
Mechanical components: 3
Running: 4
Starting: 5
Under Bonnet: 2
RUNNING GEAR TOTAL: 15/20
Axles: 4
Brakes: 4
Gearbox/Clutch: 4
Suspension: 3
ELECTRICAL TOTAL: 6/10
Ancillary components: 3
Main components: 3
Car History File: 1
Saleroom notices
Please note the vendor is happy to pass on many photographs post-sale to the successful buyer of this lot.
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