Barney Sharrett's book is correct in stating Blue trim was an interior colour choice for a Black Mk1, but it was not Horizon Blue.
The Blue trim available was a Mid Blue and came with White Piping, whereas Horizon Blue is the familar, Turquoise Greenish Blue and had no contrast piping.
The picture below showing seats on a patio (Taken from A40 Facebook) shows the Mid Blue Seats with White piping. The Other is of a Horizon Blue interior & Seats.
Most of the Black A40's you see have a Red interior so I guess Blue was not as popular? They were not offered on a MK2's. Who know's if your car is a "Try Out" model or they had deleted the Blue interior so fitted Horizon Blue instead! Either way its likley to be a "One of One" of "One of Just a Few".
My A40 has been hiding a secret for over 60 years
- Graham Bish
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All fascinating stuff.
- streetscreamer
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Great story, nice to read such adventure!
A40 Farina mk2 Countryman Speedwell
1293cc, disc brakes, 5 speed
1293cc, disc brakes, 5 speed
Re: My A40 has been hiding a secret for over 60 years
After speaking with you on Sunday before the AGM I've logged on and read " Valentina the Farina" history. Isn't it amazing what stories our little cars hide? Good luck with your continuing searches to unearth her past