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Austin 7 Chummy ‘Matilda’ £ 13,950

by Ian Le Riche 8th August 2025
Description

Vendor: Dealer

Year: 2025

Make: Austin

Model: 7 Chummy

We have no history for this ‘Chummy’ up until 2003 when, clearly as the end result of an extensive restoration, it was registered for road use in the UK – with a ‘declared manufactured’ date of 1928. We have a small number of photos of the restoration in progress and the car was subsequently maintained in a fully roadworthy condition, as we have MOT certificates through to 2011. In 2012, it was purchased by a Jersey-based enthusiast owner, imported and re-registered in the island. With one further owner in Jersey, the car has received limited use but been kept in excellent condition.


Mechanically, the Seven can be said to be in excellent condition – starting easily, running quietly, driving and stopping (or at least slowing!) as an Austin Seven should. The engine bay is tidy and clean.


The ‘Chummy’ model with its open-top design was produced from 1922 to 1939, acquiring its ‘Chummy’ moniker from the friendly, sociable nature of the vehicle, with its close-coupled seating arrangement.


Clearly restored throughout, the Seven remains in excellent condition – chassis and bodywork – with very good period-appropriate dark blue paintwork, black mudguards and black painted wire wheels. The folding hood is also in fine condition.


Whilst there is not a lot to the interior of an Austin Seven (two instruments and a couple of switches!), everything is present and fully functioning. The seating, doorcards and flooring have all been refurbished or replaced as required and remain in very good condition.


The Austin Seven – in its many guises - played a significant role in popularising motoring in the UK. This smart and sound Chummy 1928 Tourer model – known as ‘Matilda’ – is ready for a new owner to use and cherish.


The current 3-digit Jersey registration number is not included in the sale.

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