Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale (2017)

1956 Austin Princess 'John Lennon's'

RM Sotheby's London (2016)

1956 Austin Princess

Austin Princess

Austin Motor Company

The Austin Motor Company, better known as Austin, was an English automotive manufacturer that was established in 1905. Austin was founded by Herbert Austin, and was one of the first English car makers. The company first started creating more luxurious models, yet one of Austin&#39;s most famous models was the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/austin/seven/">Seven</a>, a simple, inexpensive economy car. In 1952, Austin merged with <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/morris/">Morris</a> to create the British Motor Corporation, although both the Austin and Morris names continued to be used for similar products. Together, these companies would sell the legendary <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mini/classic-mini/">Mini</a> before the model became an independent brand. Austin was also part of the legendary <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/austin-healey/">Austin-Healey</a> collaboration that produced some of England&#39;s most notable sports cars. The Austin brand would go through various owners, including British Leyland and the Rover Group, before being discontinued in 1987.

The Austin Motor Company, better known as Austin, was an English automotive manufacturer that was established in 1905. Austin was founded…

Austin

Princess

The Austin Princess was a range of full-size luxury cars introduce in 1947. Over the course of its production, the Princess represented the top of Austin&#39;s model lineup, with variants also sold under Austin&#39;s Vanden Plas brand as well as the standalone &#39;Princess&#39; brand. These luxury cars were offered in saloon and limousine body styles, and were powered by a 4.0L inline six engine that sent drive to the rear wheels via manual or automatic transmission options. Production of the Austin Princess lasted until 1968, although Austin used the &#39;Princess&#39; name to designate their luxury version of the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/austin/1100-1300/">Austin 1100</a>.

The Austin Princess was a range of full-size luxury cars introduce in 1947. Over the course of its production, the Princess represented the…

Austin Twenty

The Austin Twenty was a series of full size cars introduced in 1919. Over the course of its production, the Twenty was offered in a range of body styles including saloon, tourer, coupe, and limousine. Initially, the Austin Twenty was powered by a 3.6L inline four engine, but in 1928, a new 3.4L inline six became available. This lead to the inline four version being known as the 20/4 and the six cylinder as the 20/6. Both variants were built simultaneously until the 20/4 was discontinued in 1930. The 20/6 version, which featured &quot;Austin Six&quot; on its front grill, was built until 1938, when the model was discontinued.

The Austin Twenty was a series of full size cars introduced in 1919. Over the course of its production, the Twenty was offered in a range…

Twenty

Austin Twelve

The Austin Twelve was a series of cars introduced in 1921. The Twelve, which is also known as the 12/4, due to its 12 taxable horsepower, and the 4 cylinders of its engine. A wide range of coachbuilt body styles were offered on the Twelve, including tourer, saloon, and coupe. Over the course of production, the Twelve was available with a 1660cc or 1861cc inline four engine, which sent drive to the rear wheels via a 4 speed manual transmission. In 1932, Austin introduced a new model known as the Light Twelve-Four, which featured the same engine as the Twelve, but was an entirely separate model. Production of the Austin Twelve lasted until 1939, although Austin would continue to use the Twelve name.

The Austin Twelve was a series of cars introduced in 1921. The Twelve, which is also known as the 12/4, due to its 12 taxable horsepower,…

Twelve

Austin Seven

The Austin Seven was a family of compact economy cars introduced in 1923. The Seven was a massively successful car, inspiring a number of licenced versions worldwide. These cars were available in various body styles including tourers, convertibles, saloons, coupes, and vans. The Seven was powered by a 747cc inline four engine that generated 7hp, which it sent to the rear wheels via a manual transmission. Production of the Austin Seven lasted until 1939, with an estimated 290,000 examples built.

The Austin Seven was a family of compact economy cars introduced in 1923. The Seven was a massively successful car, inspiring a number of…

Seven

Austin Sixteen Light Six

The Austin Sixteen Light Six was a family of cars that was introduced in 1927. The Sixteen Light Six was a range of mid-size cars offered in a range of body styles including tourer and saloon. These cars were available with a 2.3L or 2.5L inline six engine that sent power to the rear wheels via a 4 speed manual transmission. In order to differentiate the new model from other Austin models that featured a four cylinder engine, the Sixteen Light Six wore &quot;Austin Six&quot; on its front grill. Production of the Austin Sixteen Light Six continued until 1937.

The Austin Sixteen Light Six was a family of cars that was introduced in 1927. The Sixteen Light Six was a range of mid-size cars offered…

Sixteen Light Six

Austin London Taxicab

The Austin London Taxicab, was a range of cars introduced in 1930. These cars were based on the Austin Twelve, and were used a taxicabs in the United Kingdom. The London Taxicab was powered by a 1.9L inline four engine, and featured specially built bodies. Three main variants of the London Taxicab were built, including the High Lot, Low Loading, and Flash Lot. Production of the Austin London Taxicab lasted until 1939, when production ceased due to WW2. After the war, Austin continued to build taxis with the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/austin/fx3/">Austin FX3</a>.

The Austin London Taxicab, was a range of cars introduced in 1930. These cars were based on the Austin Twelve, and were used a taxicabs in…

London Taxicab

Austin Light Twelve

The Austin Light Twelve was a series of cars introduced in 1932. The Light Twelve was also known as the Light 12/4. Named for its 12 taxable horsepower, this new line of cars was named the &#39;Light&#39; Twelve, as Austin already had their <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/austin/twelve/">Twelve</a> in production, this model became known as the &#39;Heavy&#39; Twelve. These cars were available in saloon, tourer, estate, van, and pickup body styles, all of which were powered by an inline four engine. This 1535cc engine sent drive to the rear wheels via a 4 speed manual transmission. Production of the Austin Light Twelve continued until 1939.

The Austin Light Twelve was a series of cars introduced in 1932. The Light Twelve was also known as the Light 12/4. Named for its 12…

Light Twelve

Austin Ten

The Austin Ten is a series of compact cars that was introduced in 1932. The Ten was also known as the Ten-Four, due to its 10 taxable horsepower, and four cylinder engine. These cars were offered in a range of body styles, including saloon, convertible, and tourer. These body styles were given names later in production, such as the Ripley, which was a sports tourer. Power for the Ten came from a 1125cc inline four engine which sent drive to the rear wheels via a 4 speed manual transmission. Production of the Austin Ten lasted until 1947.

The Austin Ten is a series of compact cars that was introduced in 1932. The Ten was also known as the Ten-Four, due to its 10 taxable…

Austin Eighteen

The Austin Eighteen was a family of cars introduced in 1937. The Eighteen, named for its taxable horsepower, was a series of full size cars available in a standard or long wheelbase. These cars were offered in saloon body styles, including a long wheelbase version with a partition. The Eighteen featured a 2.5L inline six engine, which sent power to the rear wheels via a 4 speed manual transmission. Production of the Austin Eighteen only lasted until 1939.

The Austin Eighteen was a family of cars introduced in 1937. The Eighteen, named for its taxable horsepower, was a series of full size cars…

Eighteen

Austin Sixteen

The Austin Sixteen was a series of cars introduced in 1945. Not to be confused with the earlier Austin Sixteen Light Six, this new family of cars was available in saloon or estate body styles, and was powered by a 2.2L inline four engine. This engine sent power to the rear wheels via a 4 speed manual transmission. Production of the Austin Sixteen lasted until 1949.

The Austin Sixteen was a series of cars introduced in 1945. Not to be confused with the earlier Austin Sixteen Light Six, this new family…

Sixteen

Austin A40

The Austin A40 was a family of cars first introduced in 1947. The A40 designation was used across a wide range of cars as Austin would label their cars with the letter A, then the cars approximate horsepower. Over the course of production, Austin used the A40 name across various body styles and mechanical evolutions. In addition to the A40 label, Austin used names of English counties to differentiate their models. The most well known variants were the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/austin/a40/devon/">A40 Devon</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/austin/a40/sports/">A40 Sports</a>, and the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/austin/a40/somerset/">A40 Somerset</a>. After 20 years of production, Austin discontinued the A40 in 1967.

The Austin A40 was a family of cars first introduced in 1947. The A40 designation was used across a wide range of cars as Austin would…

Austin FX3

The Austin FX3 was a series of cars introduced in 1947. The FX3 was created for use a taxicab, and was built with a range of features that made it well suited for the task, like its notable turn radius. These cars were initially powered by a 2.2L inline four engine, although this engine would lose favor to a range of diesel engine options. Austin also created a Hire Car version known as the FL1. Production of the Austin FX3 lasted until 1958, when the model was replaced by the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/austin/fx4/">Austin FX4</a>.

The Austin FX3 was a series of cars introduced in 1947. The FX3 was created for use a taxicab, and was built with a range of features that…

Austin A90 Atlantic

The Austin A90 Atlantic was a series of cars introduced in 1949. Initially, the A90 Atlantic was only available as a four seat convertible, but in 1950, a coupe body style known as the Sports Saloon was added. As was Austin&#39;s naming convention at the time, &#39;A90&#39; stood for Austin, and the model&#39;s (almost) 90hp. This power came from a 2.6L inline four engine that sent drive to the rear wheels via a 4 speed manual transmission. Production of the Austin A90 Atlantic ended in 1952.

The Austin A90 Atlantic was a series of cars introduced in 1949. Initially, the A90 Atlantic was only available as a four seat convertible,…

A90 Atlantic

Austin A30

The Austin A30 was a range of small family cars introduced in 1951. This family of cars was the first made by Austin to feature unibody construction, which greatly reduced weight. The A30 was available in saloon, estate, and van body styles, and was powered by a 803cc inline four engine which sent drive to the rear wheels via a 4 speed manual transmission. The Austin A30 was in production until 1956, and was replaced by the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/austin/a35/">Austin A35</a>.

The Austin A30 was a range of small family cars introduced in 1951. This family of cars was the first made by Austin to feature unibody…

Austin Westminster

The Austin Westminster was a family of cars first introduced in 1954. The Westminster was a range of sedans and estates that went through numerous evolutions over the course of its production. Initially, the Westminster was introduced as the A90 Six Westminster (although these cars share the A90 designation as featured on the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/austin/a90-atlantic/">Austin A90 Atlantic</a>, it is a separate model), but as it evolved, it used A95, A99, A105, and A110 designations. During this era, Austin used the letter A followed by a horsepower rating (usually rounded up). Production of the Austin Westminster lasted until 1968, when the model was discontinued.

The Austin Westminster was a family of cars first introduced in 1954. The Westminster was a range of sedans and estates that went through…

Westminster

Austin A35

The Austin A35 was a series of small family cars that were introduced in 1956. The A35, which succeeded the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/austin/a30/">Austin A30</a>, was offered in saloon, estate, coupe utility, and sedan delivery body styles, and featured a 1.0L or 1.1L inline four engine which sent 34hp to the rear wheels. Production of the Austin A35 saloons and estates ended in 1962, but the sedan delivery continued until 1968.

The Austin A35 was a series of small family cars that were introduced in 1956. The A35, which succeeded the Austin A30, was offered in…

Austin Gipsy

The Austin Gipsy was a series of offroad trucks introduced in 1958. Austin created the Gipsy to compete with the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/land-rover/series/">Land Rover</a>, offering the model in two door soft top and hard top variants. Over the course of production, both short and long wheelbase variants were produced, both featuring all wheel drive. These offroad vehicles were powered by either a gasoline 2.2L inline four, or diesel 2.2L inline four. Production of the Austin Gipsy ended in 1968, when Austin&#39;s parent company (BMC) merged with Leyland, who was Land Rover&#39;s parent company. With the companies now merged, the Gipsy was discontinued in order to avoid competing with the Land Rover.

The Austin Gipsy was a series of offroad trucks introduced in 1958. Austin created the Gipsy to compete with the Land Rover, offering the…

Gipsy

Austin FX4

The Austin FX4 was a series of cars most commonly known for being used as taxicabs in the United Kingdom. Introduced in 1958, the FX4 was the successor to the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/austin/fx3/">Austin FX3</a>, and built in a four door saloon body style. The FX4 was powered by both gasoline or diesel 2.2L inline four engines, with the diesel unit being the most common. These cars are noted for their incredibly tight turning radius, which was created in order to be able to navigate the roundabout at the famed Savoy Hotel in London. Austin continued production of the FX4 until 1982, when the rights were purchased by Carbodies, who continued to produce the FX4 until 1997.

The Austin FX4 was a series of cars most commonly known for being used as taxicabs in the United Kingdom. Introduced in 1958, the FX4 was…

Austin 1100 / 1300

The Austin 1100 (later 1300), was a series of cars introduced in 1963. As was common practice by BMC (Austin&#39;s parent company), the 1100 was sold under various brands and names over the course of its production. The Austin version was introduced as the 1100, named for its 1.1L inline four engine. A later variant, the 1300, featured a 1.3L inline four unit. These cars were built in two or four door saloon body styles, as well as an estate version. From 1963 onward, Austin offered luxury variants of the 1100 that carried the &#39;Princess&#39; name, but were not related to the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/austin/princess/">Austin Princess</a>. Examples of the Austin 1100 that were sold in North America were marketed as the Austin America. Production of the Austin 1100 and its variants ended in 1974.

The Austin 1100 (later 1300), was a series of cars introduced in 1963. As was common practice by BMC (Austin's parent company), the 1100…

1100 / 1300

Austin Metro

The Austin Metro was a series of compact city cars that were introduced in 1980. Like many products built by the Rover Group, the Metro was sold under various names and brands over the course of its production. The Metro was a front wheel drive hatchback that was powered by a range of inline four engines that were paired with manual or automatic transmission options. Although production of the Metro lasted until 1998, the Austin Metro was discontinued in 1987.

The Austin Metro was a series of compact city cars that were introduced in 1980. Like many products built by the Rover Group, the Metro was…

Metro

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The Austin Princess was a range of full-size luxury cars introduce in 1947. Over the course of its production, the Princess represented the top of Austin&#39;s model lineup, with variants also sold under Austin&#39;s Vanden Plas brand as well as the standalone &#39;Princess&#39; brand. These luxury cars were offered in saloon and limousine body styles, and were powered by a 4.0L inline six engine that sent drive to the rear wheels via manual or automatic transmission options. Production of the Austin Princess lasted until 1968, although Austin used the &#39;Princess&#39; name to designate their luxury version of the <a href="MKT:18914" old-href="https://www.classic.com/m/austin/1100-1300/">Austin 1100</a>.

	Vehicle	Price	Date
	1956 Austin Princess 'John Lennon's'Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale (2017) Lot #1380	$159,500 SOLD	Jan 21, 2017 4 years ago
	1956 Austin Princess RM Sotheby's London (2016) Lot #111	NOT SOLD	Sep 07, 2016 4 years ago

1956 Austin Princess

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