The Austin A90 Atlantic was the first all Austin designed and manufactured model released following WWII in 1949. This example was originally intended for US export and accordingly received lashings of luxury items such as futuristic styling, hydraulically powered windows and roof (for the drop heads), flashing indicators and HMV radio capability.
The A90 was designed for luxury cruising rather than handling and performance, however the Jaguar XK120 was released at the same time and affected Austinâs global sales with many preferring the 6-cylinder Jaguar. The 2.7L 4-cylinder engine, would also to be used in the iconic Austin-Healey 100/4, producing 88 bhp with a top speed of 146km/h. Between 1949 and 1952 just 7,981 units were produced.
This vehicle was first sold new in Perth, Western Australia in 1949. It is a genuine 2 owner car and for the past 30 years has been housed as part of the Bodallin Motor Museum until it was acquired in 2015.
During its previous ownership this example received a restoration in the 1990âs to an excellent standard and was awarded for its presentation.
