1969 Holden HT Kingswood Sedan - Red - 91,790 Miles - 186ci Inline 6, Automatic

Overview

The Holden HT Kingswood represents a significant chapter in Australian automotive history. Launched in 1968, the HT generation marked Holden's transition into the modern era with updated styling, improved comfort, and refined engineering. The Kingswood nameplate became synonymous with family motoring, offering genuine practicality wrapped in period-correct design. This 1969 example is a four-door sedan powered by the reliable 186 cubic inch inline six-cylinder engine paired with an automatic transmission, delivering the kind of straightforward, honest motoring that defined the era. The right-hand drive configuration confirms its Australian heritage and original specification.

This Kingswood presents as a genuine, unrestored example with honest patina throughout. The red exterior paint holds reasonable colour depth across all panels, with light surface oxidation and minor weathering consistent with a 55-year-old vehicle that has been preserved rather than restored. The bodywork is straight and solid, with no evidence of major accident repair or structural compromise. Chrome trim shows appropriate age-related patina. The interior features original black cloth upholstery with tan floor mats, presenting a period-correct cabin that shows genuine wear from decades of use. The dashboard is intact with original instrumentation, including the characteristic round speedometer calibrated in miles per hour. The steering wheel, gear selector, and controls all function as designed. The engine bay displays the original 186ci six with orange valve cover, brass radiator cap, and period-correct ancillaries. The spare wheel is present in the boot, and the overall presentation suggests a vehicle that has been maintained and preserved rather than neglected.

At the current market valuation for HT Kingwoods in this condition, this represents solid value for the classic car enthusiast seeking an authentic, unmodified example of Australian motoring heritage. Original HT models with matching numbers and honest patina are increasingly sought after as investment-grade classics, particularly in four-door sedan configuration.

Features

* 186 cubic inch inline six-cylinder petrol engine
* Automatic transmission
* Rear wheel drive
* Right hand drive
* Four-door sedan body
* Five-seat configuration
* Original black cloth interior with tan floor mats
* Original dashboard and instrumentation
* Speedometer calibrated in miles per hour
* Brass radiator cap
* Orange engine valve cover
* Spare wheel present
* Period-correct steering wheel and controls
* Original compliance plate visible (Model 80369TR, Body No. 6693-H5)

Condition Notes

* Paint shows light surface oxidation and minor weathering appropriate to vehicle age
* Chrome trim displays patina consistent with 55 years of use
* Interior upholstery shows wear from age and use, no major tears or damage
* Dashboard intact with no cracks visible
* Odometer reading 91,790 miles (approximately 147,600 kilometres)
* Vehicle unregistered at time of sale

Specifications

Year: 1969
Make: Holden
Model: Kingswood
Series: HT
Body Type: Sedan
Doors: 4
Seats: 5
Engine: 186 cubic inch inline 6-cylinder
Transmission: Automatic
Drive Type: Rear wheel drive
Steering: Right hand drive
Colour: Red
Odometer: 91,790 miles
CHASSIS: HT20551S

If you have any questions relating to this vehicle, or if you would like to arrange a physical or virtual inspection, please contact Gavin directly on 0455 500 400

(Key #69CC MARPLE)

Lloyds stock #888021+1

Location of item: 60 Marple Avenue, Villawood, NSW, Australia

** This vendor is not registered for GST - therefore GST is not applicable on this asset **

As Standard Auction Practice all Vehicles are Sold Unregistered



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