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With the introduction of the 'PA' series Cresta and Velox in October 1957, Vauxhall embraced American styling with plentiful chrome, garish two tone colour schemes, fashionable tail fins and were often were seen wearing whitewall tyres like the sale car on offer. Originally of 2.25-litres, the overhead-valve, straight-six engine was enlarged to 2.6-litres in 1960. The standard transmission was a three-speed manual while overdrive and the two-speed Hydra-Matic auto 'box were options with a top speed of over 90mph. Finished in Grey and Turquoise with Grey upholstery 'YLW 146' is offered with history file including old invoices, service parts book, large collection of old MOTs and tax discs and a selection of spares. Having been recently treated to a partial respray the vendor also added the period windscreen sun visor. Fitted with a discreet CD player to enhance the Teddy Boy experience the Vauxhall is offered with an MOT certificate into June 2016.