Hillman Minx Phase VIII/VIIIA
| Produced: |
1954-1957, 94123 produced. |
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| Types: |
Saloon,4 doors,4 seats Convertible,2 doors,4 seats Coupe,2 doors,4 seats Estate,4 doors,4 seats |
In 1954 the Hillman Minx finally received its long awaited overhead valve engine, the new Minx was designated as the Phase VIII. The Minx Phase VIII introduced 15inch wheels, revised suspension and the usual trim changes. In 1956 a de luxe version, the Phase VIIIA, also joined the range featuring extra chrome and two-tone paintwork.
The new OHV four cylinder engine was available in either 1265cc or 1390cc format and gave the Minx an impressive turn-of-speed (by mid-50's standards!). Production of this the last "Phase" Minx lasted until 1957. Practical Classics September 2008 - Featuring Buyers Guide Hillman Minx (1948-1957). Click Here to view in our shop.
0 - 50 mph - 17.3 secs
Standing Q-m - 23.4 secs
Fuel Consumption - 29.5 mpg
Max Speed - 73.8 mph
| Capacity | Config | Model | Bore/Stroke | CR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1390cc | S4 OHV | Hillman S4 OHV | 76mm x 76mm | 7 |
| Drivetrain | Steering | Front Suspension | Rear Suspension |
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| Lot Num |
Description | Auctioneer | Date | Hammer Price | Hammer Price (inc premium) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 120 | Hillman Minx Convertible (1954) | Coys | 26 Apr 2003 | - | £4235.00 |
| 944 | Hillman Minx MKVIII (1954) | Brooks | 6 Dec 1999 | Not sold | |
| 251 | Hillman Minx MKVII (1954) | RTS Auctions Ltd | 15 Aug 1999 | £3350.00 | - |
| 039 | Hillman Minx (1955) | H&H Sales Limited | 28 Jul 1999 | £5300.00 | - |
| 005 | Hillman Minx MKVII (1954) | BCA | 15 Jun 1998 | Not sold | |
| 509 | Hillman Minx Coupe (1954) | Brooks | 24 Feb 1998 | £1250.00 | - |
| 035 | Hillman Minx California (1954) | Christies | 13 May 1995 | £1000.00 | - |
| 116 | Hillman Minx (1955) | ADT | 21 Jun 1993 | £2250.00 | - |
| Title | Pages | Options | ||
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| Article |
Buying guide - Hillman Minx (1948-1957) |
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| Publication | Practical Classics September 2008 | |||
| Buying guide - Hillman Minx- The mainstream, affordable classic that's not a Ford or a BMC. | ||||
| Article |
Charm school - Hillman Minx |
98 |
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| Publication | Classics Monthly January 2012 | |||
| Charm school - Hillman Minx - The evergreen Hillman Minx offers a tempting blend of robust engineering and transatlantic design touches. | ||||
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