Interesting Facts About the Austin A35
The Austin A35 was a small family car sold by Austin from 1956 until 1968, with a total production run of roughly 280,897 vehicles. It became a familiar sight on British roads throughout the late 1950s and 1960s.
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Launch at Earls Court Motor Show
The A35 made its debut at the Earls Court Motor Show on 2 October 1956. It featured a larger 948 cc engine and a gearbox equipped with a remote‑control gear‑change, marking a notable upgrade over its predecessor.
Production Span and Numbers
Austin produced the A35 for twelve model years, from 1956 through 1968, with annual production documented for 1956, 1957, 1958 and 1959. In total, about 280,897 A35s of all types were built during its run.
James Hunt’s 1967 Countryman Conversion
A 1967 Austin 35 Countryman conversion owned by racing legend James Hunt gained attention as a classic sleeper and was offered for sale at the Silverstone Auctions event on 23 July. The car had been in storage for 18 years before appearing at the auction.
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