THE CLASSIC SALE 22nd & 23rd MARCH 2025

50 The Classic Sale at the Practical Classics Classic Car and Restoration Show 2025 iconicauctioneers.com • The CA was introduced by Bedford Vehicles in 1952 and became its most popular light duty vehicle • It shared its powertrain with the Vauxhall Victor - a simple, robust and easy to service 50bhp, 1,508cc inline four-cylinder engine mated to a 4-speed column change gearbox • First registered on 24/04/1963, a plaque in the cab confirms that the pickup conversion was carried out by B. Walker & Sons Ltd of Watford • It’s enjoyed an interesting life having spent time as a garden centre delivery vehicle and many years as a plumber’s mate •We are told by the vendor that this Bedford was totally rebuilt by a previous owner •Originally finished in grey, it’s now looking good in a soft shade of fern green over the grey cab an brown vinyl seating • The odometer currently reads 56,637 miles and it’s been with our vendor for just over a year Considered as the Ford Transit of its day and built in large numbers, this smartly presented CA Pick-Up is a rare survivor. Seller Rating: 96 / 135 ««««¶ Registration: 558 TYB Chassis No.: CALZ234707 Estimate: £8,000 - £10,000 Specialist: Richard Greenhalgh Telephone No: 07948 152921 Lot 176 1963 Bedford CA Pick-Up •With possibly less than ten remaining on UK roads, this commercial version of the Austin Metro City is a rare survivor • First registered on 01/11/1988, it remains in factory White Diamond paintwork and presents well • The interior is wonderfully sparse yet functional, everything you need and nothing else! The seats are trimmed in factory optional Flint Vinyl (Code LCG) with matching door cards and grey carpets • The engine bay is very tidy and is home to the ubiquitous 998cc four-cylinder A-Series which offers 47bhp and 54lb/ft of torque • From three and a half years current ownership, it has covered an indicated 82,525 miles •MOT until April 2025 issued with ‘no advisories’ and a fresh MOT before sale •Not strictly a ‘classic’, however, this little van’s rarity will ensure it’s well received everywhere • ‘1997 Category D Insurance Loss. Vehicle Damaged But Repairable - Insurer Decided Not To Repair’ Sure to be welcomed at most classic car shows and events this summer, a now rare Metro van offered without Reserve. Seller Rating: 104 / 135 ««««¶ Registration: F909 NRD Chassis No.: SAXXFDGB1BD704596 Estimate: £4,000 - £5,000 No Reserve Specialist: Richard Greenhalgh Telephone No: 07948 152921 Lot 177 1988 Austin Metro City 310 Van More Details Lot 176 Bid On Lot 176 More Details Lot 177 Bid On Lot 177