Austin Allegro Vanden Plas – 57, 000 Miles
A pristine example with just 57, 000 miles from new. First registered in 1978, this remarkable car has had only five previous owners and remains in outstanding original condition.
It still sports its original number plates and the supplying dealer’s rear window sticker, adding to its authenticity and charm.
the bodywork is flawless, with excellent panel alignment and perfectly fitting doors. Chrome trim, including bumpers, front grille, door handles, and exterior accents, shines brilliantly. Under the bonnet, the engine bay is impressively clean and well-kept.
Inside, the original interior is in excellent shape. The headlining, carpets, plush leather seats, wooden dashboard, and fold-out picnic tables are beautifully preserved, reflecting the care this car has enjoyed over its lifetime. Seating is exceptionally comfortable, offering the luxury expected from the Vanden Plas model.
On the road, the 1500cc engine delivers a smooth, refined drive. The car feels tight and well-balanced, with the five-speed gearbox shifting effortlessly, just as it did when new.
This is a genuine show-quality car. While thousands of Austin Allegros were built, few Vanden Plas models have survived in such superb, original condition. It’s a rare chance to own one of the finest examples around. The name ‘Vanden Plas’ is not usually linked to the everyday saloons produced by the British Motor Corporation in the 1970s and ’80s. Before WWII, Vanden Plas was associated with prestigious marques like Alvis, Armstrong Siddeley, Daimler, and Bentley, for whom they crafted coachbuilt bodies. BMC aimed to give their saloon range a more upmarket image by using the ‘Vanden Plas’ name. While the basic body and running gear stayed the same, the Vanden Plas models offered
