Austin - A35 Van LHD - NO RESERVE - 1959

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Arjan Rietveld
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Thirty years' experience with classic cars, specialising in Italian cars and Porsche.

Estimate  € 5,000 - € 6,000
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Description from the seller

IN RISALTO:
- Equipped with Federperiti Compliance Guarantee appraisal
- Rare left-hand drive version
- A35 Van with 948cc engine
- In original, unmodified condition

HISTORY/PANORAMA
The A35 is a compact car produced by Austin from 1956, as the successor to the A30. The main differences from its predecessor lie mainly in the engine, a 4-cylinder 948 cc unit, whose power was increased to 35 HP (from which the A35 name derives); and in the four-speed gearbox with improved gear ratios. Among the various models, there was also the VAN version, which is particularly sought after today. This left-hand drive example is very rare.

EXTERIOR
The exterior paint was restored many years ago and today shows signs of use and aging. A polishing and detailing treatment has just been completed, and the car generally presents as preserved and solid. The various original details are present.

The underbody is preserved, generally solid but in normal-use condition; it has never been restored and shows no signs of accidents.

INTERIOR
The front seats have recently been reupholstered; the rest of the interior is preserved and unrestored, including the dash. They are in good condition, with a complete dashboard and the typical wheel of the series. The door glass is fixed.

MECHANICS
The 948cc engine is not seized and turns freely, however it has not been started recently and a general maintenance is required for road use.

A rare left-hand-drive version rarely appears on the market, and these 948cc engines A35s are increasingly sought after. Considering the tough life these work vehicles have usually endured, this Van is very solid and original.

SHIPPING
The seller can arrange home delivery in Italy and Europe. Contact for a quote.

BUY NOW: You can secure the lot without waiting! Have doubts? Contact the seller for assistance.

DOCUMENTATION
- Federperiti Compliance Guarantee Appraisal
- Heritage Certificate
- Certificate of Technical Characteristics (CoC)
- Sales invoice

SERVICES - All vehicles are our property and we do not operate as consignment sales. We provide
advice and support for Italian or foreign registration, also through our trusted agencies.

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WARRANTY - We sell only vehicles guaranteed to be 100% compliant and certified: every vehicle is sold with a Certificate of Conformity issued by Federperiti, an Italian independent authority recognized internationally. Each vehicle is personally inspected to ensure to the buyer the conformity of photos, description, and overall condition of the car.

Some videos of the car, engine and driving may be available; ask Catawiki.

The seller handles the transfer of ownership remotely or the export documents. Shipping assistance to Italy, Europe and Worldwide at favorable rates. You can also conveniently pick up the car in person.

You are welcome in our showrooms to meet us and view the vehicle before the auction ends, even with your mechanic or via a WhatsApp video call; write to Catawiki for an appointment.

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Seller's Story

Since 2000, we have specialized in Collector Cars. For six consecutive years (2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025), we have been awarded the 'Catawiki Certificate of Excellence' as the best seller, becoming the top seller in the category: each car is independently inspected in person by certified Federperiti experts for maximum transparency and accuracy in our Reserve Auctions. Customer support via email, WhatsApp, and phone is always available during and after the auction to ensure assistance with documents, ownership transfers, export, and delivery. For more information, visit Netclassic.it. Subscribe to stay updated with our mailing list.
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IN RISALTO:
- Equipped with Federperiti Compliance Guarantee appraisal
- Rare left-hand drive version
- A35 Van with 948cc engine
- In original, unmodified condition

HISTORY/PANORAMA
The A35 is a compact car produced by Austin from 1956, as the successor to the A30. The main differences from its predecessor lie mainly in the engine, a 4-cylinder 948 cc unit, whose power was increased to 35 HP (from which the A35 name derives); and in the four-speed gearbox with improved gear ratios. Among the various models, there was also the VAN version, which is particularly sought after today. This left-hand drive example is very rare.

EXTERIOR
The exterior paint was restored many years ago and today shows signs of use and aging. A polishing and detailing treatment has just been completed, and the car generally presents as preserved and solid. The various original details are present.

The underbody is preserved, generally solid but in normal-use condition; it has never been restored and shows no signs of accidents.

INTERIOR
The front seats have recently been reupholstered; the rest of the interior is preserved and unrestored, including the dash. They are in good condition, with a complete dashboard and the typical wheel of the series. The door glass is fixed.

MECHANICS
The 948cc engine is not seized and turns freely, however it has not been started recently and a general maintenance is required for road use.

A rare left-hand-drive version rarely appears on the market, and these 948cc engines A35s are increasingly sought after. Considering the tough life these work vehicles have usually endured, this Van is very solid and original.

SHIPPING
The seller can arrange home delivery in Italy and Europe. Contact for a quote.

BUY NOW: You can secure the lot without waiting! Have doubts? Contact the seller for assistance.

DOCUMENTATION
- Federperiti Compliance Guarantee Appraisal
- Heritage Certificate
- Certificate of Technical Characteristics (CoC)
- Sales invoice

SERVICES - All vehicles are our property and we do not operate as consignment sales. We provide
advice and support for Italian or foreign registration, also through our trusted agencies.

------------------
WARRANTY - We sell only vehicles guaranteed to be 100% compliant and certified: every vehicle is sold with a Certificate of Conformity issued by Federperiti, an Italian independent authority recognized internationally. Each vehicle is personally inspected to ensure to the buyer the conformity of photos, description, and overall condition of the car.

Some videos of the car, engine and driving may be available; ask Catawiki.

The seller handles the transfer of ownership remotely or the export documents. Shipping assistance to Italy, Europe and Worldwide at favorable rates. You can also conveniently pick up the car in person.

You are welcome in our showrooms to meet us and view the vehicle before the auction ends, even with your mechanic or via a WhatsApp video call; write to Catawiki for an appointment.

Follow our NO RESERVE vintage car auctions on Catawiki

Seller's Story

Since 2000, we have specialized in Collector Cars. For six consecutive years (2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025), we have been awarded the 'Catawiki Certificate of Excellence' as the best seller, becoming the top seller in the category: each car is independently inspected in person by certified Federperiti experts for maximum transparency and accuracy in our Reserve Auctions. Customer support via email, WhatsApp, and phone is always available during and after the auction to ensure assistance with documents, ownership transfers, export, and delivery. For more information, visit Netclassic.it. Subscribe to stay updated with our mailing list.
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Details

Brand
Austin
Model type
A35 Van LHD - NO RESERVE
Year
1959
Located in
Italy (Centre)
Mileage reading
2528 km
Registration papers
With Heritage certificate and technical specifications
Transmission
Manual
Fuel
Petrol
Colour
Grey
Horse power
35
Cubic capacity
948cc
Matching numbers
Yes
Matching colours
Yes
Service book/history
No
Valid MOT
No
CoC (Certificate of Conformity) present
Yes
Certificate available
Yes
Condition (Paint & body)
Fine: dents, scratches and body panels that require replacement and paintwork
Condition (Interior)
Good: shows signs of normal wear and usage. May require repair or replacement of parts
Condition (Frame & underbody)
Good: frame/structure shows minor signs of surface rust, signs of usage/wear, may require some attention
Condition (Mechanical)
Fine: may have mechanical damage. Engine and/or transmission may be in poor condition
Condition (Overall)
Fine condition: May require mechanic and cosmetic work
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Objects sold
100%
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Catawiki always aims to offer you the best possible buying experience. Our experts virtually review and select every vehicle in line with our submission guidelines and we require our sellers to provide the most accurate description of the vehicle. However, providing a fully detailed analysis of the vehicle is extremely difficult, and close to impossible. To guide you, we ask our sellers to provide information about the vehicle’s condition. Please consider that most vehicles for sale are classic vehicles and they often already have a whole life behind them, meaning that even a condition 1 or 2 vehicle might need maintenance to be ready for the road. It is advised to carefully read our submission guidelines that further describe details about the condition grades and types to manage your expectations. Cars are sold “as is”, meaning as described and in the condition they are in at the time of the sale and without any representation, warranty or assumption of liability of any kind as to the condition by Catawiki or by the seller. The condition of this item is the opinion of the seller and may differ from yours, your local garage, or the dealer’s opinion. This does not automatically mean the car does not conform to its description. Before bidding, please check your local legislation regarding vehicle registration. Neither the seller nor Catawiki is responsible for the registration of the vehicle in your country and will not accept a cancellation for your failure to register the vehicle. We also recommend that, if possible, you arrange a viewing with the seller before placing a bid.

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