1959 Austin A35 | Bradford, West Yorkshire

The Austin A35 is a small British saloon that followed the A30, liked for its upright, rounded body and friendly proportions. Its 948cc engine came with a revised, more usable gear change, and flashing indicators replaced the older semaphore signals. This 1959 car is grey with a red interior, a quiet exterior over a warmer cabin. It was first registered in July 1959, in the closing years of the saloon's run. The painted grille with its chrome horseshoe surround is the detail that marks the later cars. Film and television productions set in post-war Britain get period detail from the compact, rounded body. Photography and fashion and editorial teams have a soft grey and red palette that reads well in close shots, and the small scale sits comfortably at heritage events. It also gives a wedding or personal occasion a characterful touch. The car is based in Bradford, West Yorkshire.