1935 Aston Martin MKII short chassis

€ 295.000


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Highlights

• Registration: UK registered, can be EU registered at point of sale, • Chassis number: D5/569/S• Engine number: D5/569/S• Works Ulster engine

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About the car

BWE 140 is a rare Aston Martin MKII factory fitted with a 1,492cc Ulster specification engine. Ordered in 1935, the car was upgraded during construction with the former Works Ulster TT engine used by Prince Bira and rebuilt by Aston Martin before installation. The first owner Mr. Flather successfully campaigned the car in rallies and hill climbs, earning second in class Awards in both the 1936 and 1937 RAC Rallies and competing in the 1936 Scottish Six Days Trial.

About the car

BWE 140 is a rare Aston Martin Mk II Factory fitted with a 1,492cc Ulster specification engine. Ordered in 1935, the car was upgraded during construction with the former Works Ulster TT engine used by Prince Bira, and rebuilt by Aston Martin before installation. The first owner Mr. Flather successfully campaigned the car in rallies and hill climbs, earning Second in Class Awards in both the 1936 and 1937 RAC Rallies and competing in the 1936 Scottish Six Days Trial.

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Performance

The Ulster engine fitted to BWE 140 came from Prince Bira’s 1935 Ulster TT car. The engine is a 1.5 litre inline 4 cylinder, single overhead camshaft producing approximately 80hp. As one of only five Ulster engined Aston Martin MKII touring cars built, BWE 140 is an exceptionally rare example. 

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Rare vehicle

After being resold in 1937, BWE 140 disappeared from public view for many years before being rediscovered in Cornwall. It was restored by Norman Brock and won first prize at the Yeovil Festival of Motoring in 1981. Later owner Geoffrey Godber-Ford carried out a comprehensive mechanical and cosmetic refurbishment, including a full engine rebuild, brake overhaul, reupholstered black Connolly leather interior, renewed chromework and a repaint. Today the Aston proudly wears "Prince Bira blue" paintwork and carries the famous White Mouse Racing emblem, a white mouse and Siamese flag motif that served as the team's mascot during the 1935 racing season.

Over the years subsequent owners of BWE 140 have assembled an extensive archive relating to the history and connections with Prince Bira, covering his years racing with Aston Martin, his time with ERA, and his later Formula One career. Among the many items in this remarkable collection are Prince Bira's "White Mouse" umbrella, bearing his distinctive white mouse emblem, and his personal cigarette case. Also included are letters from First owner and Aston Martin Board member Denis Flather to the current owner documenting the use of the Ulster engine from Bira's racing car. These invaluable artifacts and records significantly enhance the provenance of this extraordinary vehicle.  A once in a lifetime opportunity for any true Aston Collector.

Rare vehicle

After being resold in 1937, BWE 140 disappeared from public view for many years before being rediscovered in Cornwall. It was restored by Norman Brock and won First Prize at the Yeovil Festival of Motoring in 1981. Later owner Geoffrey Godber-Ford carried out a comprehensive mechanical and cosmetic refurbishment, including a full engine rebuild, brake overhaul, reupholstered black Connolly leather interior, renewed chromework, and a repaint. Today the Aston proudly wears "Prince Bira blue" paintwork and carries the famous White Mouse Racing emblem, a white mouse and Siamese flag motif that served as the team's mascot during the 1935 racing season.

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Engine

It was equipped with an advanced and innovative single overhead camshaft engine, which featured an aluminum block and cast iron head and had a displacement of 2570cc. The engine was designed in a narrow-V configuration, with an included angle between the cylinder banks of just 13 degrees.

 

 

 

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Foldable roof

The Lancia Lambda 8th series short chassis has an easy to use roof construction. Within the framework that's decorated with wood the construction has 2 solid support beams that can be folded to the front and clicks into the window making it user friendly and handy. The roof has stood the test of time and remains in good condition.

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