Austin A35 Two-Door Saloon

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Introduced in 1956, the Austin A35 was a much-improved version of its A30 predecessor, the name reflecting its larger and more powerful 35bhp A-Series 948cc engine which it borrowed from the new Morris Minor 1000.

This powerplant gave the little Austin a surprisingly nippy performance for its class and even led to some saloon car racing successes during the late ‘50s – indeed A35s are still being campaigned in historic races today, often humbling much larger machines with their pace and agility. Very similar to the A30 in appearance, the A35 is distinguished by a larger front grille (with painted slats instead of chrome), a larger rear window, remote control gear-change and flashing turn signal indicators in place of semaphore arms.
It was a huge success with the buying public and some 130,000 A35 saloons were sold before it was replaced with the Farina-styled A40 in 1959.

Dating from May 1957, this A35 has had just five owners from new and looks very sporty with its racing decals and chunky 13” wheels. Recently treated to a repaint, it appears very solid both above and below and is said to run and drive well although it has seen very little use in the last few years.

It comes with a V5C and a Haynes manual plus a useful quantity of spares including the original wheels with hubcaps and trims, a pair of wing mirrors, SU carb and manifold, indicators etc. A 1,275cc engine is also available by separate negotiation if desired which should slot neatly under the bonnet and will give the car the go to match the racy image suggested by the decals.