An Austin that really flies!

When Austin introduced the A35 in September 1956 to replace the A30 its most important upgrade was the engine. The capacity was increased from 803 to 948cc, which made a huge difference performance-wise. It didn't take long for the tuners to discover the A35's potential to compete in saloon car racing and even today they are doing just fine. Many companies made it their business to supply tuning parts for the A35, Speedwell Conversions (later owned by F1 driver Graham Hill) being one of the best known, but there were also Alexander Engineering, Don Moore, Downton, Derrington and Ashley.

(photo courtesy Coys, who will offer an Ashley Works modified demonstrator during their Autosport Auction on January 14th)

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