Post-WWI Lanchesters were in the main large, well-appointed, high-speed conveyances aimed at the luxury car market. The company's 1930 merger with Daimler (itself part of the BSA conglomerate) brought with it a change of policy, subsequent Lanchesters being smaller and cheaper cars. Introduced in 1932, the Lanchester Ten was unique in its class at the time, having both a Daimler fluid flywheel and Wilson pre-selector gearbox. The engine was a 1.2-litre (later 1.4-litre) four-cylinder overhead-valve unit producing 34bhp at 4,000rpm. With their coachbuilt bodies and advanced specification, the various versions of the Ten were considerably more expensive than many of their rivals; the £325 fixed-head coupe costing £110 more than the equivalent Morris Ten-Four, for example.
We are advised that this example of one of the 1930s' best-appointed small saloons was in its last owner's possession for 52 years. Finished in blue/black with black leather interior, the car is described as in generally good condition, with engine running well, electrics all working and gearbox just rebuilt. The vehicle is offered with current MoT and Swansea V5 registration document.