ABOUT US
It soon became apparent that the name of the Register
would have to change, to reflect the inclusion of all other
Austin models.
In 1961 the Register was re-named "The Vintage Austin
Register".
In 1981 the VAR became a limited liability company and
was named The Vintage Austin Register Ltd.
Such was the survival rate of the Austin Motor Company's "Twelve"
that the Register quickly grew and began to accept other models in
the Austin range, such as the Austin 20/4, 16/6 and the ubiquitous
Austin 7.
The Vintage Austin Register (V.A.R.) was founded in 1958 as the "Vintage Austin 12/4 Register" by enthusiasts who were keen to record and
preserve remaining examples of this well known an much loved car.
Since inception the VAR (as it is more commonly known) has consistently
grown to a membership of over 600. It encompasses a diverse range of
Austin vehicles built between 1905 and 1939
Separate branches are established in Australia and New Zealand to cater
for the needs of a growing number of enthusiasts emerging in both these
locations.
NAME CHANGE
Whilst members are more prolific in the UK (the country of manufacture) such was the strength behind the export drive that many Austins are
still being found in far flung corners of the globe.
THE AIMS AND OBJECTIVES OF THE VAR ARE THE SAME TODAY AS THEY WERE IN 1958
Encourage interest
Encourage restoration
Encourage preservation
Encourage use of vintage and pre-war Austins.
GLOBAL AUSTINS
The Spares Department supplies all the most needed parts at little
over cost price and technical help is always available.
Regular rallies and meetings are held around the country.
On Reflection!
ABOUT US
The Vintage Austin Register (V.A.R.) was founded
in 1958 as the "Vintage Austin 12/4 Register" by
enthusiasts who were keen to record and
preserve remaining examples of this well known
an much loved car.
Such was the survival rate of the Austin Motor
Company's "Twelve" that the Register quickly
grew and began to accept other models in the
Austin range, such as the Austin 20/4, 16/6 and
the ubiquitous Austin 7.
The Spares Department supplies all the most
needed parts at little over cost price and technical
help is always available.
Regular rallies and meetings are held around the
country.
NAME CHANGE
It soon became apparent that the name of the
Register would have to change, to reflect the
inclusion of all other Austin models.
In 1961 the Register was re-named "The Vintage
Austin Register".
In 1981 the VAR became a limited liability
company and was named The Vintage Austin
Register Ltd.
On Reflection!
Since inception the VAR (as it is more commonly
known) has consistently grown to a membership of
over 600. It encompasses a diverse range of Austin
vehicles built between 1905 and 1939
Separate branches are established in Australia and
New Zealand to cater for the needs of a growing
number of enthusiasts emerging in both these
locations.
Whilst members are more prolific in the UK (the
country of manufacture) such was the strength
behind the export drive that many Austins are still
being found in far flung corners of the globe.
THE AIMS AND OBJECTIVES OF THE VAR ARE
THE SAME TODAY AS THEY WERE IN 1958
Encourage interest
Encourage restoration
Encourage preservation
Encourage use of vintage and pre-war Austins.
GLOBAL AUSTINS
