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1963 HUMBER SUPER SNIPE TOURING LIMOUSINE
Registration No. 100 GBD
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Midnight blue with grey leather interior
Engine: six cylinders in-line, push-rod overhead, valves, 2965cc, 132bhp at 5000 rpm; Gearbox: manual three speed with overdrive and synchromesh, fully automatic transmission optional; Suspension: independent front, half-elliptic leaf springs rear; Brakes: four wheel hydraulically operated, servo-assisted, disc to front, drums at rear; Steering: power steering optional. Right hand drive.
In the 1960s the Humber division of the Rootes Group specialised in smooth-running, large, lavishly-equipped saloons and formal cars. They were keenly priced as in 1962 the Super Snipe Saloon cost £ 1120 before tax, whilst the Jaguar Mk X saloon cost £1673, and the bigger versions were in demand as executive transport for government departments and large corporations and private hire companies. Styling was transatlantic, with wrap-around windscreens and discreet tail-fins, while the Super Snipe was an early exponent of the vogue for quadruple headlamps. Interiors were richly upholstered, liberally carpeted, and there were walnut finished fold-out tables with reading lights for the rear seats. The Super Snipes were good for around 100 mph in quiet comfort. Touring limousine versions were available with division, occasional sets and additional cabin refinements.
A now rare and excellent surviving example of what used to be known as the "Pullman" style bodywork on this late chassis. Believed two owners from new, this car boasts the superbly appointed chauffeur-division layout, with leather upholstery and veneered wood trim interior of high quality finish, which represents one of the last products to truly do justice to the Humber marque name. Currently lacking paperwork, although in the collection for nearly 20 years, it is expected that the registration number will have been retained at the time of sale.
registration number will have been retained at the time of sale.
Registration No. 100 GBD
Chassis No. tba
Engine No. tba
Midnight blue with grey leather interior
Engine: six cylinders in-line, push-rod overhead, valves, 2965cc, 132bhp at 5000 rpm; Gearbox: manual three speed with overdrive and synchromesh, fully automatic transmission optional; Suspension: independent front, half-elliptic leaf springs rear; Brakes: four wheel hydraulically operated, servo-assisted, disc to front, drums at rear; Steering: power steering optional. Right hand drive.
In the 1960s the Humber division of the Rootes Group specialised in smooth-running, large, lavishly-equipped saloons and formal cars. They were keenly priced as in 1962 the Super Snipe Saloon cost £ 1120 before tax, whilst the Jaguar Mk X saloon cost £1673, and the bigger versions were in demand as executive transport for government departments and large corporations and private hire companies. Styling was transatlantic, with wrap-around windscreens and discreet tail-fins, while the Super Snipe was an early exponent of the vogue for quadruple headlamps. Interiors were richly upholstered, liberally carpeted, and there were walnut finished fold-out tables with reading lights for the rear seats. The Super Snipes were good for around 100 mph in quiet comfort. Touring limousine versions were available with division, occasional sets and additional cabin refinements.
A now rare and excellent surviving example of what used to be known as the "Pullman" style bodywork on this late chassis. Believed two owners from new, this car boasts the superbly appointed chauffeur-division layout, with leather upholstery and veneered wood trim interior of high quality finish, which represents one of the last products to truly do justice to the Humber marque name. Currently lacking paperwork, although in the collection for nearly 20 years, it is expected that the registration number will have been retained at the time of sale.
registration number will have been retained at the time of sale.
Special notice
No VAT will be charged on the hammer price, but VAT at 17.5% will be added to the buyer's premium which is invoiced on a VAT inclusive basis.
Sale room notice
Please note there is a V5 registration document and current MoT with this car, but that it does not have fold-out picnic tables to rear compartment.
Chassis number is B8204486BWHLO
Engine number is B8204486BWHLO
Chassis number is B8204486BWHLO
Engine number is B8204486BWHLO