Vauxhall 30/98 /98 E-Type Velox Tourer 1920
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Vintage and Prestige are proud to offer this 1920 Vauxhall 30-98 E-type Velox Tourer For Sale.
This well sought after 30/98 known as a gentleman’s fast touring car which is known as being one of the fastest and cars of it’s era, with the handling qualities to match. Each model was delivered with a guarantee that it could achieve 100mph in stripped form.
The early post first World War 30-98 bodies are arguably the prettiest and most appealing of all 30/98s, with the side valve E-type engine, the car sitting on beaded edge wheels & tyres.
A no expenses spared restoration was undertaken by the previous owner who ordered a ground up concours with every aspect of the car being fettled to the highest standards.
The trim work was sent to the renowned James Pearce, he fabricated the complete interior and even sent a letter to the owner stating how happy he personally was with the work.
This charming Vauxhall also comes equipped with a full tonneau which can also be used as a half or ¾ section for solo driving.
The body and chassis restoration was completed by well know Vauxhall restorers Alistair Templeton and Julian Ghosh who completed their work to concours standards, this is easily shown by the smooth lines of the body and the paint finish which has lasted 17 years so far and is still holding up to a higher standard than many fresh restorations.
The engine rebuild was entrusted to marque specialist Phil Hill who has vast experience with rebuilding pre-war Vauxhall engines. Along with the correct 3:1 ratio rear axle the engine was fully rebuild to original specification.
This is a great opportunity to own a VSCC approved 1920’s car which is eligible to all events including, sprints, races, rallies, trials and of course hill climbs which thanks to the 30-98s torque are completed effortlessly and there’s no need to panic coming back down as thoughtfully this Vauxhall is fitted with larger 16’ finned ‘Alfin type’ rear drum brakes.
We can proudly say that this iconic British car is sitting in our showroom in fine order and ready for viewing.
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1920 Vauxhall 30/98 /98 E-Type Velox Tourer is listed sold on ClassicDigest in Grays by Vintage Prestige for £148000.
Car Facts
Car type : Car Make : Vauxhall Model : 30/98 Model Version : /98 E-Type Velox Tourer Engine size : 0.0 Model Year : 1920 Sub type : Race/Rally Car Location : Essex
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About Vauxhall
The history of Vauxhall Motors, a British automobile manufacturer, is a rich tapestry spanning more than a century, involving innovation, collaborations, and transitions.Early Years: Vauxhall was established in 1857 in Vauxhall, London, initially producing pumps and marine engines. In 1903, they ventured into automobile manufacturing, creating their first car, the Vauxhall 6HP. The brand gained a reputation for producing reliable vehicles.
Acquisition by General Motors (GM): In 1925, Vauxhall was acquired by General Motors (GM), which influenced its trajectory for several decades. This partnership brought technological advancements and expanded Vauxhall's market.
Genuine Vauxhall Models: In the earlier years of Vauxhall's history, especially before the collaboration with Opel, Vauxhall produced cars that were uniquely developed by the company. These vehicles, such as the Vauxhall Victor, Viva, and Cresta, were designed and engineered by Vauxhall independently of Opel.
Badge-Engineered Opels: As Vauxhall came under the ownership of General Motors (GM) in the mid-20th century, it became part of a network of GM-owned brands that included Opel in Germany. This led to the practice of badge engineering, where certain Opel models were rebranded and sold as Vauxhalls in the UK and vice versa.
For instance, models like the Vauxhall Carlton and Cavalier had their counterparts in the Opel range, such as the Opel Omega and Ascona. These cars were essentially the same vehicles with minor cosmetic differences and were marketed under different badges for specific markets.
This strategy allowed GM to streamline production and development costs by sharing platforms and technologies across markets, thereby creating cars that were economically feasible for different regions while retaining a semblance of distinct branding.
Perceived Differences: While many of these badge-engineered models shared much of their engineering, components, and technology, there were perceptions among some consumers and critics that Opel-badged cars might have been slightly more refined or better equipped compared to their Vauxhall counterparts. However, this perception wasn't universal and might not have been true for all models.