Well I had a 73 1300 in 1978 ,, and this was my dream car but couldn’t afford a GT ,, you are very lucky to own this .. enjoy ,, Thankyou .
@chrisebbesen5798 Жыл бұрын
Perfectly charming little car. I LOVE THE INTERIOR SHADE! PAINT LOOKS BEAUTIFUL! YOU SHOULD BE VERY PROUD OF HER. AND, SHE HAS A TACH.!
@andypandywalters Жыл бұрын
Thank you for your kind comments. I happen to love the tach too......especially having had it professionally rebuilt some years ago 😉
@austinado16 Жыл бұрын
It's just stunning....everywhere! Love the additional gauges.
@ceased2care Жыл бұрын
Best one I've seen since the 80s
@andypandywalters Жыл бұрын
Many thanks Alan
@ceased2care Жыл бұрын
@@andypandywalters you're welcome Andy. A standard orange 1300 was my 1st car as a teenager in the 80s, not the GT. Already well used by then but still plenty of fun left. The GT is the ultimate of its kind & a very rare sight now. Nice to see one looking this good
@Marty-hu7rwАй бұрын
What a lovely little car ,great dashboard ,great little a series engine ,mini handling ,in the 60s and early 70s my dar called them old foagoes cars ,and a vicors car ,but now it looks great as a GT version
@andypandywaltersАй бұрын
@Marty-hu7rw Many thanks for your kind comments. I've also heard them being described as a 'District Nurse' car!
@johnwalker66782 жыл бұрын
Hi from Christchurch New Zealand. About 3 weeks ago I bought my own blue Austin 1300 GT. It’s a bit tougher than yours and will need some rust cut out. It runs and dives ok needs a good time up. I too got my licence in a Morris 1100 in 1977 when I was doing my apprenticeship at a BMC garage. Looking forward to tinkering with it over the next few years. I’ll see if I can post a photo.
@jeremyjames1972 Жыл бұрын
What a beautiful little car! I grew up loving these as a boy together with the Mini. Unfortunately they were notorious for rusting out here in SA so just can't find them anymore.
@GreeNSHeLL641 Жыл бұрын
Hi Andy it’s Ryan love your vids!
@willswheels2833 жыл бұрын
Very tidy 1300, I like these cars, I’ve had a 1300 Automatic and a Wolseley 1300, both cars were great cars, reliable and fun to drive. Thanks for showing your very clean GT.👍
@user-itschad19544 жыл бұрын
Wow, that is lovely. In 1976 I bought what was badged an Austin 1300 Sprinzel, had a few extras over a normal 1300. Its number plate was LYN 473K, only paid £795 for it with very low miles. Christ, I wish I had kept it, it was a lovely car. Well done on yours Andy.
@andypandywalters4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your kind comments. Much appreciated.
@andypandywalters4 жыл бұрын
According to the DVLA records, your 1300 was last taxed on 1st Feb 1985, so sadly no longer exists.
@user-itschad19544 жыл бұрын
@@andypandywalters Yes I know it was last taxed way back as I checked it. I was thinking that maybe somebody would have retained the plate being LYN. I had a red Sierra E210FTY, I sold that car for more than what I paid for it because a mate pointed out E2 LOFTY could have been made. Good fun all this.
@jb32223 жыл бұрын
I'm so pleased that I'm not the only person to regard these little cars as absolutely beautiful! I tried to get one back in the late 70s but even then couldn't find one in such fantastic condition. I ended up with a very similar MG1300 which was a joy to drive, and seeing your wonderful example has brought back a lot of very happy memories.
@andypandywalters3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your kind comments J B. I was indeed extremely fortunate to find this pristine example. They do come up for sale from time to time, but not often. Good one's are snapped up quickly. The MG1300 is a fine car though. I particularly like its wooden veneer dash.
@stratac303 жыл бұрын
I had an 1971 Austin 1300 GT, purchased it in 72, it was the same colour but with Autumn Leaf interior which I have to say is preferable to Limeflower. Mine was a series 1 version as against this model which is a series 2. The series 1 had an oil pressure gauge in the cluster with the fuel and water temperature gauges and didn't have the face level ventilation, but they were a waste of time on the 1300's you got more air in the car by opening the quarter lights. BL obviously penny pinching in removing the oil Pressure gauge! I traded in my Cooper S to buy it. The 1300 GT had the same power unit as the Cooper S MK3, slightly detuned developed 6 BHP less than the S, but a much nicer car to drive not as quick but handled just as well and was far more comfortable to drive, at least you could drive long journey's and get out the car without back ache and not have a headache! The difference between the S and GT was the cam, the distributor and the innards of the block, both had the same 11 stud cylinder head 12G1805 and high compression cylinders, though the 1300GT had a compression ratio of 9.75:1 as against 9.5:1 of the S! I thoroughly enjoyed my 1300GT, the only downside was the 3 branch exhaust kept splitting on the Y of the downpipe, so sorted this out going to Downton and getting one of there 3 branch exhaust manifolds, never had a problem after that. Keep the water holes on the front inner wing trumpets cleaned regularly by wiggling a piece of wire in them to let them keep draining from the scuttle, otherwise they soon clog up, then rot sets in! One came up on eBay not so long ago went for £11000. Anyway a very nice car look after it.
@andypandywalters3 жыл бұрын
Many thanks for your comprehensive reply Geoff. Thoroughly enjoyed reading it......great memories. I note your comment about the drain holes. When I gave the car a comprehensive internal anti-corrosion wax treatment last year, I found the nearside outlet partially blocked. As you suggested, a bit of wire (and a feeler gauge !) soon sorted things out.
@jayartz8562 Жыл бұрын
That one is exceptionally nice, love the GT badges.
@andypandywalters Жыл бұрын
Many thanks Jay
@simonwood9922 жыл бұрын
This was my car in Bournemouth 2002 to 2004. Loved it!
@whitefields55953 жыл бұрын
The BL knockers always miss this car out when they are ranting. These could drive rings around escorts and were super comfy with great room inside
@jackiehankin38592 жыл бұрын
Fantastic cars my late father had morris 1100 but fitted with twin carbs best car ever made and I don't say that lightly
@davehodges6258 Жыл бұрын
I had a 1300Gt back in 1980, Great nippy car and never let me down, Mine was in a Purple colour,, YUN 46L.
@andypandywalters Жыл бұрын
YUN 46L sadly untaxed since Oct 1985 I think she's gone to the GT heaven!
@davehodges6258 Жыл бұрын
@@andypandywalters Hi" yes such a sad shame as she was 98% restored along with her engine too,, Very likely been in a crash write off and the engine used in a Mini, !
@rtfazeberdee35193 жыл бұрын
I had an orange one, loved it. Great fun car.
@HarvestHome20002 жыл бұрын
I learned to drive in one of these! Same colour too. Never understood why a driving school (Shenley, in Northfield, Birmingham during 1975) should use a car like that.
@timhancock66263 жыл бұрын
The twin carb state of tune already existed in MG form and I think they launched the GT trim to try to appeal to the younger customer. Either way it was a nicer more lively good handling car than was often given credit. I've often thought the ADO16 range was the nicest saloon/family car BMC ever did in many ways.
@lambphiiip3 жыл бұрын
Lovely car..owned 2 of these, wish I had kept them...one saved my life from the strength of construction...I went under the back of a trailer before they had the bars there to prevent you going underneath..peeled the roof off...I felt it brush my hair ..I just climbed out unscathed...Super comfortable , easy to service... Dad worked in F block at Drews Lane plant so had to buy BL :-)
@andypandywalters3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Philip
@ceedoubleyou3 жыл бұрын
I grew up wanting a Mini Cooper S, first car was a 1964 Morris 1100, couldn't drive it with the windows closed, because of the smell of fumes. Sold it in 1973, for one of the first NZ assembled Mazda RX2s, it was like night and day, except the apex seals only lasted 40k kms, but kept it for 8yrs, The only common thing here is, 1973, LOL.
@simonprodhan50503 жыл бұрын
fabulous car
@andypandywalters3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Simon
@martinleech66594 жыл бұрын
I always wanted one of these as well but never got round to it. Nice to see such a perfect example.
@andypandywalters4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Martin
@Martindyna4 жыл бұрын
Looks Mint. Reminds me of how I used to admire some of my teachers' cars around 1970 ..... ADO16 in various guises ..... Austin 1300GT (my favorite - engine always sounded so refined in them and they looked the most areodynamic AND they had the all important tachometer !!), MG 1300, Riley 1300, Wolseley 1300. Am glad you're going to treat her right. I'd forgotten about the floor mounted ash tray in the back.
@andypandywalters4 жыл бұрын
As they say, 'she's a keeper' ! I waited so long to buy one, and it gives me so much pleasure to own and look after her.
@kerryjgee2 жыл бұрын
Nice additional gauges. well done
@andypandywalters2 жыл бұрын
Many thanks!
@markhealey9409 Жыл бұрын
😍😍 beautiful car & love the colour!
@andypandywalters Жыл бұрын
Many thanks Mark.
@paulcollins46623 жыл бұрын
Stunning car miss seeing them daily lucky man.
@andypandywalters3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Paul. I do consider myself very fortunate to have found one in such exceptional condition. Take a look at 'The 1100 Club' website, you might find it of interest. (always looking for fellow enthusiasts like yourself !)
@paulcollins46623 жыл бұрын
Thank you appreciate it will do.
@maxmaxijazz3 жыл бұрын
enjoyed your film, it looks in great shape
@andypandywalters3 жыл бұрын
Many thanks. Glad you liked it.
@niceviewoverthere44634 жыл бұрын
Tis indeed a thing of beauty. Amazing it has made it so long. My 1971 1300 fell to bits after hours of welding in 1979. If only they had built them properly in the first place! Very envious :)
@andypandywalters4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your kind comments. I was extremely fortunate to have bought her (2017) in such immaculate condition. Previous owners obviously looked after her well !. I consider myself the custodian of the car for the future until the next owner, which won't be until I pass away !
@niceviewoverthere44634 жыл бұрын
@@andypandywalters I understand. That's how I feel about my Triumph 2500S.
@superseven79474 жыл бұрын
Thanks for uploading your video on your 1300GT it's in beautiful condition!!
@andypandywalters4 жыл бұрын
You are very welcome. I enjoyed making it and sharing my car with others.
@davidswift25423 жыл бұрын
Nice 1300 GT your tappets need ajusting an old friend had one a white 1300 GT very nice 4
@2490debrick3 жыл бұрын
Magnificent motor old chap... New subscriber :-)
@andypandywalters3 жыл бұрын
Thank you kindly
@fasthracing3 жыл бұрын
I had the wheels trims off one of these on my boring standard Austin 1300. My first car. It used to eat clutches for some reason.
@russellwade78102 жыл бұрын
I to was 12 in 72 and remember these cars very well and i must say none of them looked that good it's amazing its lasted.👍
@andypandywalters2 жыл бұрын
Snap ! Yes she is a rare survivor Russell. She will be 50 on 21st April this year!
@scotttait21972 жыл бұрын
That xar us the same age as me ....but in far better nick 🤣👍👍
@andypandywalters Жыл бұрын
Same as the owner 😉
@edwardharrington6784 жыл бұрын
Very nice car, always wanted one but had to settle for a mini.
@andypandywalters4 жыл бұрын
I think the GT has been described as 'a Mini on steroids' !
@edwardharrington6784 жыл бұрын
@@andypandywalters Very funny.
@peteraudley5628 Жыл бұрын
Sweet and innocent compared to modern cars . You're the Same age as me sir . The fire never goes out 😅
@andypandywalters Жыл бұрын
Thanks Peter
@Colin6233 жыл бұрын
I bought one of these new in February 1972 same colour and same interior, if I remember right the interior colour was determined by the outside colour hence the limeflower interior with this particular colour ! and black interior with the orange colour! Great little car though so look after it wish I still had mine 😒
@andypandywalters3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your kind comments. They are still out there if you look, but tend to be snapped up quickly.
@whatthe65323 жыл бұрын
Man that’s nice.
@andypandywalters3 жыл бұрын
Many thanks
@geoffeastwood53524 жыл бұрын
Snap! Your interior looks like Limeflower, one of three colours that came with Teal Blue. The different materials fade at different rates! You won't regret keeping it, it's so period! Old carpet was a honey/amber colour?
@andypandywalters4 жыл бұрын
That's right Geoff it is Limeflower. I wasn't sure, but more knowledgeable owners have said so. And you are correct about the fading of the door cards. The carpet was indeed of similar colour but long past its best, hence its replacement.
@alistairbernard95743 жыл бұрын
Nice Car In Superb Condition. 👍
@andypandywalters3 жыл бұрын
Many thanks Alistair
@hardcoreado16gtrestoration783 жыл бұрын
Very nice. Trim colour is"Limeflower"
@andypandywalters3 жыл бұрын
Thank you. Yes you are correct about the trim colour. I stand corrected.
@hardcoreado16gtrestoration783 жыл бұрын
@@andypandywalters The door cards go greenish while the seats go brownish over the years as they are different vinyls. My Mallard green car has a Limeflower interior and that has done the same. Teal blue cars also came with a navy interior
@NorthEastTrailRunner3 жыл бұрын
My dad had one of these. It was sick colour, not sure on the actual name for the colour, but it's the as the ones on the cushions.
@andypandywalters3 жыл бұрын
Limeflower probably. One of many 'classic' colours devised by BL in the 70's !
@philbamford69573 жыл бұрын
My father had a white one with a black roof when I was a kid
@andypandywalters3 жыл бұрын
That would have been Glacier White. Nice.
@andytheghosthunter3 жыл бұрын
Stunning!
@andypandywalters3 жыл бұрын
Many thanks
@jackiehankin38592 жыл бұрын
Incidentally fathers car was midnight blue with green trim inside wish they still made them
@andypandywalters2 жыл бұрын
Sounds like your Dad's car was the 'upmarket' Vanden Plas version with leather upholstery?
@Martindyna4 жыл бұрын
Lovely car. Oil pump failure, that's unusual !! Can you enlarge on what happened, was it a catastrophic failure or a wear out failure? From memory the pump is driven off of the camshaft end.
@andypandywalters4 жыл бұрын
In brief, not catastrophic. The oil pressure light refused to go out and my garage diagnosed pump failure. When it was removed they told me the internals (impeller ?) had been fitted back to front and was scored ? (don't quote me as I'm not a mechanic!) They replaced it and undertook what i understand is called a 'bottom end rebuild'. All that was covered by the guarantee given by the dealer from whom I bought the car. Whilst the engine was out I paid to have the gearbox refurbished too.
@DavidUKesb4 жыл бұрын
Very nice indeed.
@andypandywalters4 жыл бұрын
Thanks David
@jonathanpardoe87223 жыл бұрын
Logic was a commodity often lacking in model policies from BL . The Austin Allegro was completely inferior in every respect to the model it replaced , this car ! Surely today with modern metal preservation built in at construction we would have bullet proof cars ample room and not wedge shaped , cars with excellent visibility, slim screen pillars , economical and good roadholding . The flat floor would be an ideal candidate for EV conversion . I believe the only drawback on these lovely cars was the love affair the sub frames had with rust ! I remember the riley wolsely and MG varients with the Vanden plas being a joy to own unlike the Van den plas Allegro which was touted as Leylands Joke car by Jeremy Clarkson , he was right .
@BeeBeeChannel114 ай бұрын
I recently bought an Austin 1300GT! I watch this video a lot!!!Great video!!! I'm going to make lots of memories with my Austin 1300GT even though I'm far away in Japan!!! Here's my Austin 1300GT video↓ kzbin.info/www/bejne/m3-YXoObl8uZhZosi=Gc2A2p2JbniAYQli
@andypandywalters4 ай бұрын
Thank you for your kind comments , I'm pleased you like my GT. Your car looks very nice, and I look forward to watching your video. Best wishes from the UK.
@sameermannan26093 жыл бұрын
I have same color car can anybody help me to find vin number on frame