Being an auctioneer does have its advantages. UK based Richard Edmonds recently was contacted by the daughter of an elderly gentleman. He owned, she said, four old cars, one of which she thought was only suitable for scrap. Of course Richard paid her a visit and lo and behold found
a 1928 Lagonda 2 litre high chassis which the owner had used until around seven years ago. To the rear of the property was an open garage containing the other three:
a 1932 Lagonda 3 litre saloon, looking remarkably complete and sound, with an early Series 1 Land Rover parked next to it. But the real surprise was the car the lady thought too far gone,
a 1928 Lea Francis P-type four-door saloon with fabric covered coachwork by Cross & Ellis. It's well possible this Leaf is a sole-survivor. Although having been off the road since the 1960s it looks like all parts are still there. However, being an auctioneer also means these cars will be sold on. So you could be the next lucky one. All you have to do is visit Richard Edmonds auction
at Castle Combe on October 19, where all four are to be sold without reserve. Oh, you do have to bid, of course!
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