1946 Austin Lorry | The Summer Serenade Auction | 18th July

• Rare model
• Specialist container body
• Period decals

The 1946 Austin Lorry was a sturdy British commercial vehicle produced shortly after World War II. Designed for reliability and practicality, it played an important role in rebuilding the country's economy by transporting goods and materials. Its simple engineering, durable construction, and dependable performance made it popular with businesses, farmers, and local authorities throughout Britain.

ENP 718 is a wonderfully preserved and highly evocative post-war commercial vehicle, this 1946 Austin Lorry presents a rare opportunity to acquire a characterful piece of British transport history. Finished in deep navy blue and carrying a specialist container body to the rear, the vehicle is adorned with period-style ‘Neal Waters of Gt Ayton’ decals, lending it tremendous visual appeal and nostalgic charm. The imposing front-end styling, with its sweeping wings, upright grille and classic Austin badging, captures the essence of immediate post-war British engineering. The specialist rear container body adds further interest and practicality, making the lorry particularly well-suited for promotional use, historic shows, business display purposes, museum collections, or vintage transport events. The vehicle appears to have been maintained with care, retaining a pleasing patina and authentic period presence throughout. The Neal Water branding pays tribute to the traditional delivery and utility vehicles once seen serving towns and villages across Britain, making this a standout exhibit at any gathering of historic commercial vehicles. This Austin combines rarity, presence and nostalgia in equal measure. Whether added to a private collection or utilised as a promotional centrepiece, it is certain to attract admiration wherever it appears. Consigned by Dominic Lake