To Derek's great surprise he received the following: "eBay bid change notice – Item 155482662316 : Austin-A40-Farina-Mark-1-Countryman Hi Derek, A previously entered bid on your item (155482662316) has been retracted or cancelled. You can view the retraction/cancellation and the reason provided by s...

Right, here's the page, reproduced with grateful thanks, from page six of the Fed's Newsletter Issue 2, 2023

Hi Clive, I'll try and scan the relevant page and put it up on here as a PDF.

FBHVC says the DVLA aren't very forthcoming about their progress with these issues but, as always, the Fed fights for all classic vehicles' owners and their rights.

Thanks for sharing this. A40s are rarely seen out and about on weekdays as daily drivers so well done for spotting that one!

Spotted on page 6 of the Federation of British Historic Vehicle Clubs - Newsletter issue 2, 2023 - in which a clarification exercise is causing considerable alarm within the classic vehicle community. The following is a very shortened abstract: DVLA report The clarification exercise results from the...

Yay! SO PLEASED that "Valentina" is now getting the attention she deserves. The A40 is a relatively simple beast and one which a competent mechanic will easily sort - and hopefully not need to spend much time (or your money!) on. And the very best of luck with your driving test - just stay cool and ...

Ah, thanks Peter. Let's hope the car sells.

Forgive me higgerence but is that a firm bid or our asking price?

I was over there this morning helping to identify its keys from a tin-full of odds & sods, and Mrs Monty's now searching for the relevant documents.

She is very grateful to the Club for helping her out.

Thanks, Maya. Our beloved chairman ain't that far away - his rare Mk1 French left-hooker would certainly provide a draw . . .

Comes from a 52,000-mile car. Working order. Case code 2A 3368 VAF
Situated in Bexley, Kent.
Please ring Brian Wright (evenings best) on 0208 301 1526 to collect.