1953 HOLDEN FX 215 SEDAN - WHITE/GREEN RACING LIVERY - 22,791 KM - TWIN SU CARBS - EXTRACTORS
1953 Holden FX 215 4-Door Sedan. 215 I6 (3.5 litre) petrol. 3-speed manual transmission. Indicating 22,791 kilometres. 4 seats.
Description
They don't come much more significant than this. The Holden FX was Australia's first locally manufactured car, and the 215 Sedan is the core of that story. This 1953 example is one of the earliest Holdens, and it presents in a striking custom racing livery that turns heads while still being distinctly, proudly Australian. The white body wears dark green centre stripes running the full length of the bonnet and roof, complemented by a green #53 roundel on the front guard, a tidy nod to the car's birth year. The paintwork is high-gloss and looks very good, with no visible rust or significant bodywork issues evident from the photos.
The vendor has had twin SU carburettors and extractors fitted to the 215 six, giving this old girl a bit more to play with than she left the factory with. Aftermarket slot-style alloy mags replace the original steelies, and period mud flaps add a nice detail touch. The triple aftermarket gauge pod under the dash keeps an eye on oil pressure and temps, which is smart on a modified engine. The odometer reads an indicating 22,791 km, and while that number is not independently verified, combined with the overall presentation it suggests this car has been well looked after.
The FX is no longer a car you just stumble across. Clean, running examples with this kind of character and history are increasingly rare and the market reflects it. Whether you are a collector, a show-goer, or someone who just wants to own a genuine piece of Australian automotive heritage with some personality, this is the one. Wear and tear common with age has been noted by the vendor, and the underside has been painted.
Features
* 215 I6 (3.5 litre) petrol engine
* 3-speed manual transmission
* Twin SU carburettors (vendor advised)
* Extractors fitted
* Aftermarket polished alloy slot-style mag wheels
* White body with dark green racing stripe livery
* Green #53 roundel on front guard
* Triple aftermarket gauge pod (oil pressure, water temp)
* Underside fully painted
* Period-style mud flaps
Condition Notes
* Wear and tear common with age, as noted by vendor
Specifications
Year: 1953
Make/Model: Holden FX 215
Body: 4-Door Sedan
Engine: 215 I6 (3.5 litre) Petrol
Transmission: 3-Speed Manual
Drive: Rear Wheel Drive
Odometer: Indicating 22,791 km
Colour: White / Green
Seats: 4
Chassis No: HB13164
Engine No: U297467
(Key #CC6 carrara)
Lloyds stock #583574+1
#CCALL
#CCAUS
Location of item: 69 Manchester Road, Carrara, QLD, Australia
** This vendor is not registered for GST - therefore GST is not applicable on this asset **
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As with all vehicles sold in the Classic Car Division, they have been well looked after by their previous owners. This is an Auction Sale. This asset is sold under standard auction conditions, as is, where is. High volumes of incoming product prevent our team from being able to inspect all items individually. All photos, descriptions, odometer readings, hour readings, engine specifications and any condition reports should be used as a guide only and have been compiled after speaking with the owners. To find out more about this lot or to book a live video inspection please contact the Auctioneer Contact which can be found on the Auction Details page. There is no statutory warranty & no cooling off period.
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