Interesting Facts About the Austin A40 Farina Mk1
The Austin A40 Farina Mk1 arrived as a compact, economy‑focused car in 1958 with a saloon version, followed by the A40 Countryman estate in 1959. Its distinctive two‑box body set it apart from earlier Austin models.
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Development Under Code ADO 8
The Farina was developed between 1955 and 1958 at Austin’s Longbridge plant. It was engineered under the drawing office’s internal project code ADO 8 and was intended to replace the company’s previous small car offering.
Italian Production by Innocenti
Production of the A40 Farina began in Italy under the Innocenti badge in 1960. The Italian-built version remained in continuous production for the next seven years, mirroring the UK model’s lifespan.
High Production Numbers, Scarce Body Panels
More than 364,000 Farina units rolled off the production line during its run. Despite these large numbers, original body panels have become surprisingly scarce for restorers today.
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