This Bristol 403 is a wonderful example of the lesser-seen classic British saloon, finished in an eye-catching hue and boasting a retrofitted fuel injection system for enhanced reliability. It is powered by a 2.0-litre inline-six, which is now fed by fuel injection and sends power to the rear wheels via a four-speed manual transmission. The five-figure odometer currently shows 68,477 miles, however this is not warranted. The Bristol 403 built on its predecessors the 401 and 402 with various mechanical improvements including larger valves and main bearings, providing an additional 15bhp, and gave the 403 a top speed of 104 mph. The car features a BMW-style front grille which provides a nod to its engine provider, and four distinctive front-facing lights. This example is finished in a handsome and vibrant shade of green metallic over a beige and cream leather-trimmed interior, accented by mid-tone dashboard inlays and brown piping. It rides on a set of 16-inch polished wire wheels with two-eared knock off hubs, housing silver Alfin drums and shod in Giti GitiComfort 228 V1 tyres Factory-fitted features include a medium and long wave radio, a selection of Smiths gauges, and roller blind sun visors. The car has been retrofitted with its current set of wire wheels, and has also been modified from its original carburettor setup to a fuel injection system. It will be accompanied by a selection of maintenance invoices, as well as the original Bristol Aircraft dispatch and delivery document, and its historic UK registration documents. The cherished number plate shown on the vehicle is not included in the sale. The seller is not aware of any bodywork damage. The metallic green paintwork is noted to have been resprayed, and is in excellent overall condition, with an impressive level of gloss and no notable marks or blemishes. Moving inside, the seats feature a charming time-earned ‘patina’, as well as some light wear and creasing on the driver’s seat. There are also scuffs on the door cards and in the glove box, as well as some fraying of the carpet inside the driver’s footwell. Elsewhere, there are wires hanging loose underneath the dashboard, but the interior presents very well overall, particularly given the car’s age. The seller is not aware of any electrical or mechanical faults, and they state that there are no warning lights showing on the dashboard. This 403’s most recent maintenance was carried out approximately one year ago. The work comprised of a full engine rebuild and conversion to run on fuel injection, as well as a bodywork strip and repaint and a re-core of the radiator. This Bristol 403 is a charming and esoteric classic British saloon, which benefits from a recent engine rebuild and an eye-catching full body respray. While little of the car’s history is known, it clearly presents in good order, and is reported to be running and driving very well. As such, it should make a fine addition to any collection, and a head-turning companion for weekend drives and car shows alike. The description of this auction lot is, to the best of the seller's knowledge, accurate and not misleading. Collecting Cars requests a range of detail about the lot from the seller, and performs a level of due diligence. However, bidders must satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of the description, and conduct any research they feel is necessary before committing to a bid. Please see our Terms and Conditions for full details. Please note: the cherished plate shown on the vehicle is not included in the sale. It will be switched back to an age-related registration plate in the event of a successful auction. This vehicle’s VIN has been checked against the Australian Personal Property Securities Register, and there is no security interest or other registration kind logged against the serial number. This vehicle has been checked through the Austroads NEVDIS system, and there are no markers under the written-off or stolen databases.