#austin.a55

017 Austin A55 Cambridge (1958) SSK 897 by Robert Knight Via Flickr: Austin A55 Cambridge (1957-58) *Engine 1489cc S4 OHV BMC B series Production 154000 Registration Number SSK 897 AUSTIN ALBUM www.flickr.com/photos/45676495@N05/albums/721576237598082... The A55 Cambridge was introduced to replace the A50 Cambridge, it was powered by the same 1489cc BMC B series engine though with a higher compression ratio: 51 hp The model was restyled with a larger boot and a much bigger rear window. And rode lower with smaller 13 inch wheels, but the overall gearing remained the same by changing the rear axle ratio. Two tone paint was an option. Van and pick-up versions based on the pre-Farina A55 were introduced in 1957, and remained in production until 1973. Diolch am 97,731,995 o olygiadau gwych, mae pob un ohonynt yn cael eu gwerthfawrogi'n fawr. Thanks for 97,731,995 amazing views, every one is greatly appreciated. Shot 10.09.2022, at Statfold Barn Railway, near Tamworth, Staffordshire REF 164-017

016 Austin (A55) 1/2 ton Van (1968) OLJ 285 G by Robert Knight Via Flickr: Austin 1/2 ton Van (1957-73) Engine 1622cc B series S4 Registration Number OLJ 285 G (Bournemouth) AUSTIN ALBUM www.flickr.com/photos/45676495@N05/sets/72157623759808208... Half-ton commercial models based on the Austin A55 were introduced in 1957 The van was released in February and was followed in May by pick-up, chassis and cab and chassis and scuttle models. More normally referred to as the A55 van, contemporary sales literature used the term Austin 1/2 ton Van and Pick-up In October 1962, facelift models were introduced with a restyled front end and bumper, chrome side mouldings, 14 inch wheels and various interior refinements Morris-badged van and pick-up models also were now offered. From September 1963, the commercial models were fitted with the 1,622 cc (99.0 cu in) engine from the Austin A60 saloon, with the Austin's still marketed under the Austin Half-ton Name. (in fact this example is registered as an A60). They remained in production to 1973 Diolch am 97,101,346 o olygfeydd anhygoel, mae pob un yn cael ei werthfawrogi'n fawr. Thanks for 97,101,346 amazing views, every one is greatly appreciated. Shot 21.08.2022, at Lupin Farm, Kings Bromley, Staffordshire REF 163-016

069 Austin Mk.II A55 Cambridge (Farina) (1961) XAW 422 by Robert Knight Via Flickr: Austin Cambridge A55 Farina (1959-61) Engine 1489cc S4 OHV Production 149994 Registration Number XAW 422 (Shropshire) AUSTIN ALBUM www.flickr.com/photos/45676495@N05/sets/72157623759808208... The A55 Cambridge Mark II also known as the A55 Farina was designed by Pininfarina and powered by a 1489cc version of the BMC B series engine with 55bhp. The interior had individual leather trimmed seats in front spaced closely together to allow a central passenger to be carried. The gear change was either on the column or floor-mounted and the handbrake lever between the driver's seat and the door. Other improvements highlighted at the time included an enlarged luggage compartment with counterbalanced lid and increased elbow width on both front and rear seats. A heater could be fitted as an optional extra. A Countryman, estate model appeared in 1960. The engineering of the car was conventional with coil sprung independent front suspension and a live axle at the rear with semi elliptic leaf springs. The braking used a Girling system with 9 in (229 mm) drums all round. A 1959 road test in Motor magazine gave a top speed of 75.5mph and a 0-60mph acceleration time of 24,5 seconds and an average fuel economy of 31.5 mpg The test car cost £878 including taxes of £293. The design was carried across the BMC family with Morris, MG, Riley and Wolseley versions. The A55 was replaced by the similar looking Austin A60. Diolch am 93,881,676 o olygfeydd anhygoel, mae pob un yn cael ei werthfawrogi'n fawr. Thanks for 93,881,676 amazing views, every one is greatly appreciated. Shot 28.05.2022 at Smallwood Steam Rally. Cheshire REF 160-069