The following cars are for sale in the Cheffins Auction at the Imperial War Museum on Saturday 12th June

For more information go to the Cheffins Website

Two of these cars have been featured on this website before/ I hope that someone will give them a good home:

Lot 906

Introduced in October 1957, the Pennant was essentially an upmarket version of the company's Ten model. Based on the same monocoque shell as its humbler sibling and sharing its running gear, the Pennant was easily identified by its two-tone colour schemes and funky rear fins. Powered by a 948cc, ohv four-cylinder engine that developed some 37bhp, its four-speed manual gearbox benefited from an improved floor change. Equipped with independent coil sprung front suspension, 'live' rear axle and hydraulic drum brakes, the Pennant drew favourable comments from the motoring press. Noting that "performance and road holding are very satisfactory", The Autocar magazine added that it was "a very practical car for the family man". The latter consideration no doubt explaining why Stirling Moss owned one. Flippancy aside, a factory backed Pennant trio won the team prize in the 1958 RAC Rally (taking the first three places in the 1,300cc class in the process) while Maurice Gastonides drove the diminutive Standard to second in class on that year's Tulip Rally. Finished in two-tone grey over blue with matching 'Vynair' upholstery, this particular example is described by the vendor as being in good overall condition. On display for many years at the British Motor Industry Heritage Trust Museum near Gaydon, it has recently been re-commissioned for road use. Offered for sale with V5 registration document, current MOT and historic class (free) road tax.
Estimate: £3,000-£4,000

Lot902

Introduced in 1930, the 9.9hp Big Nine was an amalgamation of Standard's previous small horsepower offerings. Built around a simple ladder frame chassis with all round leaf sprung suspension and drum brakes, it soon acquired a well-deserved reputation for durability and reliability. Announced in August 1930 for the following season, the MKII benefited from steel (as opposed to fabric) coachwork, a sliding sunroof, 'large' sidelights and the option of a four-speed gearbox. Powered by the same 1287cc, sidevalve four-cylinder engine as its predecessor and employing a spiral bevel drive in its rear axle, it was reputedly capable of some 55mph. First registered on 8th January 1931 (and so presumably built during the pre December 31st 1930 'Vintage' era), KR 8330 is one of the rarer and more desirable 'Special 4 speed' variants. According to information supplied by the vendor, it was bought new by the previous recorded keeper, a Mr Frank Goddard Ling of Ramsholt, Suffolk. Apparently, Mr Ling's everyday transport, the diminutive Standard was only sidelined by the acquisition of a new Austin Somerset in 1959 (a tale corroborated by the taxation stamps in its accompanying continuation 'buff' logbook). Made aware of the Big Nine's existence by his father, the present owner successfully negotiated its purchase in 1966. A non-runner at the time (it had been barn stored since the Austin's arrival), it was towed to a garden shed in Fowlmere, Cambridgeshire where it has awaited re-commissioning ever since. Finished in light grey over black it is still in sound overall condition. A worthwhile restoration project, its four doors open and close readily with little apparent sign of distress to the ash frame. Trimmed in brown hide, the interior retains such original features as its braided silk door pulls, beige cloth headlining and Bakelite ashtrays. Stocked with Watford, Smiths, Lucas and Standard Eureka instruments, its dashboard was removed for safekeeping but remains with the car (as do various spare parts including a gearbox). Offered for sale with continuation buff logbook.
Estimate: £1,000 - £1,500 (No Reserve)

Introduced in 1926, the 14/28hp Standard was equipped with a completely new engine. Although, it shared the same 75mm bore x 110mm stroke as its predecessor, the resultant 1944cc ohv unit (known as the V4) was notably more powerful imbuing its leaf-sprung, ladder frame chassis with a highly credible 52mph top speed. To cope with this extra performance Standard equipped the 14/28hp with four-wheel drum brakes (a company first). Also available for the first time that season was the 'Stratford' All Weather Tourer body. Readily distinguished by its sloping two-panel windscreen that incorporated triangular glass to its side pillars, the 'Stratford' also featured an ingenious hood whose integral cantrail allowed the 'drop' windows to form a tight seal against the elements. Boasting four doors courtesy of improved frame stiffening, the new coachwork had a slight barrel curvature to the sides and incorporated adjustable front seats. Such innovation did not come cheap, a high quality product, the 14/28hp Stratford carried a list price of some £365. First registered on 17th December 1926, KA 5539 was originally supplied by Liverpool dealer C.A. Britten & Co. Still in Merseyside some twenty-eight years later under the guardianship of a Mr Philip Francis, it was not until 1959 that the Standard migrated south and into the keeping of Thakeham, Sussex resident Henry Marslen. Purchased by the vendor from the latter's family in 1993, KA 5539 was somewhat tired. Treated to an extensive restoration, it was bodily and mechanically rebuilt before being painted in dark blue over black. Described as being in good to very good overall condition, it is thought to still retain its original leather upholstery. Used for family picnics and the occasional old car meet, its rounded tail acts as a mounting point for the spare wheel and luggage rack. Nicely detailed, KA 5539 has kept its period correct Robert Bosch magneto, supplier's dash plaque, Watford clock and Lucas King of the Road head and side lamps. Offered for sale with V5 registration document, history file and current MOT, this rare surviving Standard is a delight.
Estimate: £10,000 - £14,000

Lot 985

1955 Sandard Vanguard Phase II
Registration Number: KRX 244
Chassis Number: V266225DL
Engine Number: 266245

The association between the name 'Vanguard' and a form of transport was first formed in 1586 when a galleon of Her Majesty's fleet bearing that name was launched from Woolwich and later fought the Spanish Armada. Successive HMS Vanguards have played important roles in protecting our coastline with the 1946 version being the last battleship actually built by the Royal Navy. In 1947 Standard adopted the name for its new saloon which borrowed heavily on American design, particularly that of Plymouth. The new car had an all-new overhead valve four of 2,088cc, which was to prove successful in Triumphs sportscars. Given a revised radiator grille in time for the 1951 Motor Show, together with a slightly bigger back window, the new model became the Phase IA. Remaining until March 1953, a restyled boot saw the model designation updated to the Phase II.
Fully restored in 2002, this example is in very good condition overall. A bare metal re-spray in green and a re-trim in tan leather and moquette were undertaken and all of the interior and exterior bright work was re-chromed. The mechanicals of the car were restored including the engine, transmission, suspension and braking components and testament to the restorer's abilities, the car won First In Class at the Standard National Rally in 2003. Retaining its original registration number, the car is offered with a V5 registration document and it is MOT tested until March 2005. The car is of course tax exempt as a Historic Vehicle
Estimate: £4,000-£5,000