Vehicle Description
1934 Vauxhall BX Roadster The Vauxhall Company was founded in by
Alexander Wilson, and had originally been named the Vauxhall Iron
Works as it produced pumps and marine engines. Its first vehicle
was built in 1903, a 5 hp model that was steered using a tiller,
with only two forward gears, and no reverse. Eventually a better
design was produced and made available for sale. General Motors had
acquired Vauxhall in 1925. The cars were built in England and then
shipped to Australia where they were fitted with bodies designed
and built by Holden. Both companies-Vauxhall and Holden-are
subsidiaries of General Motors Corporation. The Vauxhall BX was
introduced in 1934 powered by a 195 cubic-inch overhead valve
6-cylinder engine producing 27 horsepower. Before being
discontinued in 1936, 3,788 BX models were produced. The chassis
for the very rare and BX roadster model was built in England and
then shipped to Australia for body assembly by Holden, GM's
Australian car division. It is powered by a six-cylinder, 3200cc
motor that develops 27 horsepower. A total of 3,788 BX series
automobiles were produced between 1934 and 1938. A UK car company,
Vauxhall Motors is a subsidiary of General Motors. The griffin
emblem, which is still in use today, is taken from the coat of arms
of Fulk le Breant, a mercenary soldier who �was granted the Manor
of Luton for services to King John in the thirteen century'. This
soldier gained the rights to an area near London by marriage, and
the house he built, called �Fulk's Hall', became known as Vauxhall
over time. GM purchased Vauxhall in 1925 for 2.5 million U.S.
dollars. During WWII, car production was suspended at Vauxhall to
allow work on the Churchill tank, which had been designed at Luton
in less than a year, and also assembled there. Production resumed
after the war, but models were designed as more mass-market
product. The Motorcar Offered: This Vauxhall BX roadster is one of
only 54 roadsters built in 1934 and is believed to be the only
survivor. It has striking line accented by chrome embellishments
including a deep scallop in either side if the hood. Air Deco
characteristics can be seen throughout its appointments. The car
was restored in the 1970s in Australia and was refreshed in 2002.
The car presents nicely with a charming patina from age and careful
use. The paint and bodywork present well as a very nice driver. The
40 year old paint has some checking in various locations along with
a few nicks and chips touched up over the years. The chrome is
sharp and bright, showing extremely well. The mint green wire
wheels look great and have a period correct set of wide white wall
tires on them. The engine starts easily and runs great. The
transmission shifts smoothly and the clutch grips as it should.
Recent services include: Oil change, Re-cored radiator, Rebuilt
water pump, Rebuilt transmission, Rebuilt carburetor, New voltage
regulator, Brightwork re-chromed, Electric fuel pump added and
Electronic ignition added. The interior presents well with minimal
signs of wear and use. Its tan color looks great with the British
Green exterior. A full set of side curtains and weather gear is
complete with this car and fits well. The convertible top is in
very good condition and fits snugly. There is no convertible top
boot but one could be easily made for it. There is an array of
spare parts that is included with the sale. These include: 4
fenders, Extra hub caps, Brake drums, Vauxhall wrench, Spare tire
cover, Head gasket, New exhaust, Owners manual and other
miscellaneous parts and printed material. Overall, this is a very
attractive, sporty roadster that is also exceptionally rare. It has
been the recipient of many awards which will be included with the
sale. You will thoroughly enjoy cruising around the countryside in
this attractive vehicle. In addition, you will also appreciate the
look of astonishment as onlookers try to figure out where this
beautiful machine was built and wh
