Used 1954 RARE EX ROYAL CAR Humber Super Snipe Mark IV, manual, 6cyl, 250 cu/in

Seller Description

A rare opportunity to purchase this vehicle, which was one of 6 saloons used in theRoyal Visit of Tasmania 1954.(see youtube video 1954 Royal Visit Tasmania)
Genuine collectors car.Only approx.

3000 made worldwide, and only a handful used in Royal Visits
I have proof of it being used in the visit, for genuinely interested buyers only(Chassis match Gov papers)
More photos or information available upon request.
Pick-up central Victoria, Australia. Worldwide purchase welcome, owner arrangestransport.
ABOUTThe all-newMark IVSuper Snipe announced mid-October 1952, Earls Court Motor Show time,[12]used aHawk Mk IVbody shell lengthened by 6in (152mm) but with a 4138cc 113bhp (84kW) overhead-valve engine also used in a Rootes GroupCommertruck. Chassis and suspension components were uprated to take the greater weight and power of the Super Snipe, those parts ceasing to be interchangeable with those of the Hawk. From 1955, overdrive was available as an option, followed in 1956 by an automatic gearbox.Shortly after the car's announcementLeslie Johnson,Stirling Moss, and two Rootes Group staff, drove a new silver-grey Super Snipe fromOslotoLisbon, travelling through fifteen European countries in 3 days, 17 hours and 59 minutes. The run demonstrated the car's high-speed reliability in far from ideal conditions.In 1953The Motortested a Mk IV and found the larger engine had increased performance with the top speed now 91mph (146km/h) and acceleration from 0-60mph (97km/h) in 14.7 seconds. Fuel consumption had increased to 15.5 miles per imperial gallon (18.2L/100km; 12.9mpg‑US). The test car cost slightly more at £1,481, including taxes.The Automatic Mk IV saloon tested by The Motor in 1956 Ref. 21/56 Continental, recorded a maximum speed of 97.0mph (mean) and 98.9mph (best). 0–60 mph acceleration was 14.8sec, with a 0–90 in 38.2sec, The Standing Quarter Mile was 20.4sec. The axle ratio was 3.7:1 and maximum bhp 122 on a 7.13:1 compression ratio, as stated in the data panel of this road test.In 1957The Timescommented that the car was handsome if somewhat dated. It attracted favourable attention from passers-by and gave its occupants a satisfying sense of solidity and respectability. The two separate front seats were described as "enormous" and it was noted their backs could be reclined to the horizontal for a passenger to sleep. The steering was described as generally imprecise, uncomfortably low-geared for parking, and in need of power assistance. The car represented "remarkably fine" value for money.Humbers were a favourite of Queens Elizabeth II and have been included in a number of Royal Visits
On 28-Mar-20 at 18:21:30 AEDST, seller added the following information:This car is currently insured for $8,000 with Shannons in it's current condition.It has an estimated value of $30K + once restored
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