1900 | Austin J 40
Austin J40 Pedal Car
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1900 | Austin J 40
Austin J40 Pedal Car
Auction vehicle
1900 | Austin J 40
Austin J40 Pedal Car
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Description
Description
Lot details
Make: Austin
Model: J40 Pedal Car
Registration: n/a
Chassis No: n/a
Odometer: n/a
Introduced in 1949, the Austin J40 pedal car was manufactured at the Austin Junior Car Factory in Bargoed, South Wales, a facility established to provide employment for former miners suffering from industrial injuries and disabilities. Built using techniques and materials associated with full-sized motor cars, the J40 featured pressed aluminium bodywork, a steel chassis and working lights, together with styling inspired by the Austin A40 Devon. Production continued until 1971, with the J40 becoming a much-loved childhood possession and an enduring piece of British motoring heritage. Today, these charming miniature automobiles are increasingly appreciated by collectors of automobilia and classic car enthusiasts alike, offering an appealing combination of nostalgic charm, distinctive styling and an interesting social history.
This attractive example is finished in bright red, complemented by chrome-effect bumpers, a distinctive front grille and cream-coloured interior trim. Faithfully recreating the appearance of its full-sized Austin counterparts, it features the familiar Austin script to the bodywork, rounded front wings and period-style wheel covers. The open cockpit and sculpted bodywork give the J40 its unmistakable character, while its compact proportions make it an appealing display piece for a garage, showroom or private collection. Whether acquired as a nostalgic reminder of childhood motoring or as an addition to a collection of classic car memorabilia, this delightful Austin J40 represents an appealing opportunity to own a distinctive piece of British automotive history. Consigned by Charlie McCreery
Condition & Registration
Condition & Registration
- Registered
- Ready to drive
- Not provided
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Technical Details
Technical Details
Vehicle data
- Make
- Austin
- Model name
- J 40
- First registration date
- Not provided
- Year of manufacture
- 1900
- Mileage (read)
- Chassis number
- Not provided
- Engine number
- Not provided
- Gearbox number
- Not provided
- Number of owners
- Not provided
Technical details
- Body style
- Convertible (Kid Car)
- Power (kW/hp)
- 1/1
- Cubic capacity (cm³)
- 49
- Cylinders
- 1
- Doors
- Not provided
- Steering
- Centered
- Gearbox
- Manual
- Gears
- Not provided
- Transmission
- Front
- Front brakes
- Not provided
- Rear brakes
- Not provided
- Fuel type
- Petrol
Individual Configuration
Individual Configuration
- Exterior color
- Others
- Manufacturer color name
- -
- Interior color
- Others
- Interior material
- Others
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