Vehicle Description
Ready for an exclusive project? For our British "Austin"
enthusiasts, Zoom Classic Cars presents a once in a lifetime
collection that is ready for a new owner to restore the spark back
into this family. This offering is the result of 25 years of
collecting that has produced a uniquely diverse 30 vehicle
inventory of 1947-1953 Austin(s), some very unique project cars and
loads of Austin parts. Unfortunately, time has caught up with the
current owner and he is unable to see his final vision for
restoration through. Some might recognize these models as a close
looking "Morris" rather than "Austin". Here is the brief history.
The Austin Motor Company, better known as Austin, was an English
automotive manufacturer that was established in 1905. Austin was
founded by Herbert Austin and was one of the first English car
makers. The company first started creating more luxurious models,
yet one of Austin's most famous models was the Seven, a simple,
inexpensive economy car. In 1952, Austin merged with Morris to
create the British Motor Corporation, although both the Austin and
Morris names continued to be used for similar products. Together,
these companies would sell the legendary Mini before the model
became an independent brand. Austin was also part of the legendary
Austin-Healey collaboration that produced some of England's most
notable sports cars. The Austin brand would go through various
owners, including British Leyland and the Rover Group, before being
discontinued in 1987. Breaking down this collection as
follows:Vehicles: 30 Austin's in various condition, some have
proper Bill of Sale, others with no documentation. Some cars
complete, some requiring restoration, some solely parts vehicles
and a mix of left and right-hand drive.One FORD Model "T" - No
engine, No trans, and some damage overall. One FORD GT Replica (kit
car) mounted to a 1966 VW Chassis - no engine, does have trans and
four-wheel disc brakes. List arranged by model and quantity:1948
Austin A40 Dorset (3)1949 Austin A40 Dorset (1)1952 Austin A40
Sports (aluminum body convertible)1948 Austin 40 Devon (1)1950
Austin 40 Devon (2)1952 Austin A40 Pickup (2)1950 Austin A40 Ice
cream truck1954 Austin A40 Ice cream truck1948 Austin 40
Countryman1950 Austin 40 Countryman1953 Austin 40 Countryman1947
Austin 40 Panel1949 Austin 40 Panel (2)1952 Austin 40 Panel1953
Austin 40 Panel1952 Austin 40 Woodie1953 Austin A70 Saloon1950
Austin A70 Countryman1950 Austin Atlantic A90 (2)1950 Austin
Atlantic A90 Convertible (2)1951 Austin Atlantic A901952 Standard
Station Wagon1926 Ford Model "T" - rolling body only (no motor or
trans).1966 Ford GT Kit Car (VW) - (no engine, does have trans).
This entire collection is being sold as one lot ONLY with no
individual cars or parts being sold. To be Auctioned online
beginning in June 2022 by our online Auction partner All Collector
Cars. Very reasonable reserve with an opportunity for the new owner
to continue with current short-term lease through Jan 2023.Parts:A
large selection of thousands of Austin parts (some new and old).
Parts are extensive - from body panels & bumpers etc. through to a
large quantity of smaller parts housed in numerous crates. This
parts collection alone is substantial and vital to anyone restoring
or maintaining one of these vehicles.Current Building
Availability:This collection is currently housed in a large appx.
10,000 Sq Ft building in Fresno, CA.The building location was part
of an old winery that is currently owned by a Mini-Storage
facility. As per the current collection owner (i.e .tenant), they
rent the space on a monthly basis just like a storage unit but if
you pay a full year in advance its less expensive at $12k/Year ($1k
Month).The building has minimal electricity, cement floors, a
decent roof and 24hr access with a loading dock as well as
Porta-Pottie access outside. The annual rent is paid up through
January 1, 2023.This is truly a once in a lifetime opportunity with
great return potential for the right enthusiast. ***Trades
considered, newer motorhome or classic car of value (must be
automatic w/Power Steering). Call Scott at: 201-483-0388
