1936 Wolseley 12/48

Location: Cranleigh

The 4th April 1936 saw the introduction of a new 12 hp model available as both Saloon and Coupe. The Wolseley 12/48 is a larger version of the 10/40 with a greater length, and more streamlined boot at the rear of the car. Approximately 6,400 were produced during the short life of the Series II. Unlike the Morris equivalent, the Wolseley 12/48 featured overhead valve engine and four-speed gearbox, along with ‘Easiclean’ steel-pressed wheels.

This Wolseley 12/48 was first registered in Sheffield on the 5th December 1936, and more recently it had found its way to Gravesend in Kent.

The car runs very well, and the engine is in good order, there is evidence of a full engine overhaul in the history. It is fitted with a new 12V battery and the charging system looks to be in working order. There is no frost damage and all fluids are in the correct places, it has also had a new radiator fitted, as well as a new exhaust.

The drivetrain is in good order with no nasty noises, it handles well and has new tyres fitted all round.

The bodywork is very solid and there is no corrosion to the underside, the paintwork is far from immaculate but presents well and polishes up nicely. The chrome work is stunning and looks like it has been redone recently.

The interior is very nice and seats look to have been retrimmed at some point recently and the carpets appear to be the originals.

Overall the car is an older restoration and there is plenty to improve on and make your own, we have a large amount of history including the V5 and original buff logbook.

Please feel free to contact us for further information or to arrange a viewing - a walk around video is available that can be shared.

We are happy to consider part exchange. Nationwide delivery available.