Amazon: 122S “restored” by Salvage Hunters on Quest last night

[Othen]

Originally Posted by fishyboy

Hi all,
Did anyone what Salvage Hunters:Classic Cars last night on Quest (Sky 831). They restored a early 122S (1961?). I will be interested to see what you guys think, especially the wheels. Paid £5,000 for it, spent £4,000 and want to sell at £13,995. Reg SFF 235.
Currently for sale on Car and Classic
https://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C1119643
Phil

Originally Posted by Lucien

This finally found a new owner, sold at auction £8,775.

https://www.classiccarauctions.co.uk...vo-amazon-122s

Who knows though whether it is at its forever home!

I have not seen the episode (and Drew Pritchard does rather get on my nerves, so perhaps I won’t).

So, the pair paid £5,000 for the motor car, spent £4,000 on it, and the production company has now sold it for £8,775 (I’m guessing minus some auction fees). Now that isn’t going to make good telly, or enhance the reputation of Mr Pritchard.

Alan

[Derek UK]

It does photograph well. Note that although it says the the Amazon was uprated in 1961 to the B18, this one is still a B16. The changes came about with the 1962 model year which did start to be delivered late 1961. The fact that it does have the B16 may have affected the price. They go well but are a bit fragile due to the 3 bearing crank. Engine parts hard to find. It is also 6 volt. Rare car though, not many around. I hope the new owner enjoys it.
My first Amazon back in the mid 60's was a two tone red and white 1961 B16 122s so a bit of nostalgia for me. 😎