Wolseley 6/80
Overview
| Produced: |
1948-1954, 25281 produced. |
|---|---|
| Types: |
Saloon,4 doors,4 seats |
Wolseley announced its most important model, the 6/80, in 1948 alongside the other similar looking cars in the new 1948 Nuffield range. The 6/80 shared its body with the Morris Six, a car which maybe due to its bland appearance, failed to capture the buying public imagination.
Power for the 6/80 came in the form of a 2215cc, 72bhp six cylinder engine, complete with twin SU carbs and a four speed gearbox (which used a column change) altogether this package produced lively performance figures by late 40's standards!. The 6/80 soon became famous for its reliable service as a front line Police patrol car, these large, powerful cars served in this glamorous role for many years.
Engines
| Capacity | Config | Model | Bore/Stroke | CR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2215cc | S6 OHV |
Performance
| Top Speed | 0-60 | SQM | MPG | Engine Pwr | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 81 mph | 24.4 s | 20 mpg |
Auction Sales History
| Lot Num |
Description | Auctioneer | Date | Hammer Price | Hammer Price (inc premium) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 363a | Wolseley 6/80 | Historics at Brooklands | 22 Oct 2011 | - | £672.00 |
| 097 | Wolseley 6/80 Saloon | Reeman Dansie Auctions | 23 Oct 2004 | Not sold | |
| 044 | Wolseley 6/80 (1955) | Christies | 11 Sep 1993 | £420.00 | - |
Magazine Articles
| Title | Pages | Options | ||
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| Article |
Buying power - Wolseley 6/80 and Morris Six |
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| Publication | Classic Car Weekly 26 June 2008 | |||
| Buying Power - Volkswagen Golf MK1- "Now N5 to 2GW, message from information Room begins: Intercept blue Hillman drophead, registration..." More than just badge-engineered family saloons. these former star players in British law-keeping history keep thei loyal owners interested for years - and the exhaust note is just great! writes Jeremy Satherley. | ||||
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On Your Marques - The 6/80 & MO Club |
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| Publication | Classic Motor Monthly January 2006 | |||
| On Your Marques - The 6/80 & MO Club - "On your marques - Club Call!" is our feature in which we spotlight the nation's enthusiasts vehicle clubs - if you want your club in "Club Call!", write peter Cahill at CMM. This month, "Club Call!" looks at the 6/80 AND MO CLUB. | ||||
| Article |
Scales of justice |
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| Publication | Classic & Sports Car November 2005 | |||
| Scales of justice - Few cars are as synonymous with law enforcement as the Wolseley 6/80 and Citroen's Traction. Andrew Roberts has them both under surveillance. | ||||
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