Description
Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire | 1959
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- 4.0L 6-cylinder engine
- Automatic transmission
- Family-owned for 25 years
- Walnut dashboard and green leather interior
The seller offers for sale this 1959 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire, a distinguished British luxury sedan powered by a 4.0-litre inline-six petrol engine paired with an automatic gearbox. The car has been in the same family for 25 years and has been used sparingly in recent years. The elegant bodywork is generally sound but has sustained minor damage on the right side due to a light collision, resulting in a dent and paint scuffing. There is also a 20 cm crack in the passenger-side front windshield. The paint still presents well overall, and the car remains rust-free. Inside, the cabin features a beautifully crafted walnut dashboard and original green leather upholstery showing typical age-related wear. Mechanically, the car runs and shifts smoothly. Lights and indicators are operational, and the car drives, brakes, and steers.
The Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire was introduced as the final evolution of the marque’s postwar luxury saloons, offering refined craftsmanship, quiet performance, and understated style. Its combination of British engineering and handcrafted interiors made it a rival to Rolls-Royce and Jaguar of its day. Today, the Star Sapphire is appreciated by collectors for its rarity and graceful design. With only limited production numbers and few surviving examples, this car represents an opportunity to acquire a distinguished piece of British motoring history. With minor repairs and servicing, it can be returned to a fine roadworthy condition.
Condition of the Bodywork and Paint
3. Good: Repairs to the bodywork and paint may be needed, possibly requiring part replacements.
Condition of the Interior
3. Good: Shows typical wear; may require some repairs or part replacements.
Technical Condition
2. Fair: There may be mechanical issues; the engine or transmission may be in suboptimal condition.
Overall Condition
2. Fair Condition: Shows noticeable wear and signs of aging. The car drives, brakes, and shifts.
This item is sold on an as-is basis. The condition of this item is the opinion of the seller and may differ from your own opinion. Photos and descriptions of the listing are for information purposes only.
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This car is currently located in Zeeland, Netherlands.
This car drives, brakes and shifts.
The car has a Dutch registration. The buyer is responsible for registration in his own country and responsible for delivery and collection of any vehicle purchased at the auction.
The description of this car is, to the best of the seller’s knowledge, accurate and not misleading. Route 66 Auctions requests a range of detail about the car from the seller and performs a level of due diligence. However, potential buyers must independently satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of the description. We strongly advise potential buyers to view or arrange inspections as well as conduct any research they feel is necessary before committing to bid or buy.
Please note that it is not uncommon for classic or collectible cars to have received cosmetic repairs in the past, to rectify damage or refresh appearance, and this work may be hard to see even upon visual inspection. Unless there is an explicit statement by the seller to the contrary, please assume that any vehicle could have had bodywork or paintwork. Photographs may not reflect the exact true colour or exact full condition of the vehicle. It is a bidder’s responsibility to assure themselves of the colour and condition of a vehicle, including its interior and the existence of any remedial bodywork or paintwork, before committing to bid or buy.
