1972 Vauxhall Ventora 3.3 Automatic. Emeralds Green Starmist metallic with Green vinyl roof and Saddle upholstery. Just 10,493 miles from new. On the 12 September 1972 the first owner. then 71. of this stunning car travelled four or so miles from the family Fruit Farm situated on the edge of a small town in Suffolk to Bristo's Garage. Vauxhall Bedford main dealers of Woodbridge Road Ipswich. The purpose of his visit was to collect his brand new Top of the range Vauxhall Ventora. The car had been ordered in the best colour combination of Emerald Green Starmist (metallic) with saddle trim. Factory options were automatic transmission and Vauxhall wing mirrors, no dealer extras were fitted not even a radio. Power steering was standard with the Ventora. It had always been the intention of the owner to only use his new car infrequently. in the main only for special occasions. At seventy one he was still active in the fruit farming business and there were plenty of other vehicles at the owners disposal. He certainly was not going to use his new car and his absolute pride and joy on a daily basis. Most of the time the Ventora was kept stored under covers in one of the farm buildings. On the 13th September 1976 it was taxed for 12 months and on 21st September 1977 it was taken to the local MOT station for its second ever MOT test. The mileage recorded on that certificate (copy in the history file) was 6977. These were to be the last times for many years that the Ventora was to be taxed and MOT'd. In the autumn of 1977 returning from a trip with his wife the owner now 76. misjudged the entrance to the Farm and caught the gateway with the right front wing of the Ventora. There was very minimal damage to the car but it was enough to convince the owner with no doubt a little encouragement from his wife to retire from driving. The Vauxhall still with the tiny dent to its wing was correctly laid up, raised off the ground under covers in the corner of one of the dry fruit storage barns. Although started and run recurrently there it stayed for the next three and a half decades. When the owner sadly passed in 1985 his son took over the farm. the business and title to the car although he never transferred it into his name, drove it or even moved it from where his father had parked it. During the thirty five years or so of storage various members of the family showed interest in acquiring the Ventora. The owners son, now himself in his seventies decided that so as not to show any favouritism to any one family member over another he would dispose of the car outside of the family. It was transported from its resting place to a local garage a dozen or so miles away where correct precautions were under taken in their workshops before any attempt to start it. Once started the workshops undertook a program of re-commissioning which included fitment of a complete new stainless steel exhaust system to replace the original 1972 one. Today the genuine mileage on this rare highly sought after top of the range car that was built over 50 years ago is just 10,493. Almost everything about it and the parts that make it up are in beautiful condition. They do not come more original than this. Overall it is totally rust free. The underside is superb of course, no welding has ever been carried out and none required either. The saddle vinyl seat facings looking more as though they are 5 months old rather than 5decades. The original brown carpets have not worn faded or lost their tufting. The dash board top is unmarked as is the faux wood facings. The original pedal rubbers show no wear at all. It is a truly lovely place to be and we are sure you will not find better. The rear seats look as though they may have never even been used. The perforated headlining and sun visors are unmarked. The engine bay is exceptionally clean and presenting only how a low mileage cared for car can. The condition of the boot is excellent in every way. Even the striker for the lid gleams and the sound deadening foam has not deteriorated with age. The jack has not been used nor has the wheel brace which remains in its correct plastic sleeve. We cannot emphasise enough how amazing this car is and our absolutely delighted to offer it for sale. Cars this special very seldom come to market and it is a fantastic opportunity to acquire what is quite possibly the best Ventora in the country. Running and driving superbly, you can be forgiven for thinking you are in a much newer car. The six cylinder engine is very strong with a smooth automatic gearbox and power steering a huge asset. Although now tax and mot exempt a fresh mot will be applied upon sale for your own peace of mind. Absolutely any inspection welcome. All major debit and credit cards accepted. Part exchange considered. Free U.K mainland delivery.