1933 Austin Pea Green Special

Chassis number: 188852

Engine number: M185526

UK license plate: VSY913

Engine: 750CC, 4 Cylinder

The Pea Green Special (PGS) is an Austin 7 based pre war racing “special,” designed as a tribute to classic ERA style competition cars. Built with the help of Vintage Cars, it combines accurate period inspired proportions with extremely detailed craftsmanship, using traditional style fasteners and fabrication methods while still benefiting from modern methods where useful.

The original plan was for a naturally aspirated custom V8 concept based on Austin 7 components, but this never progressed beyond drawings. Instead, the car was built with a supercharged Austin 7 engine using a replica Cozette sliding vane supercharger, lubricated by mixing oil into the fuel. Cooling is largely traditional in layout, though the aluminium cored radiator is a small deviation from strict period authenticity. The drivetrain includes a unique 3 speed straight cut dog gearbox, designed for faster and more reliable gear changes.

The car was engineered not just for appearance but for real competition-style driving, with careful attention given to chassis layout, steering position, braking design, and suspension geometry. Features such as cable operated brakes with balance adjustment, a specially fabricated axle, and lightweight construction give it a purposeful motorsport feel. Overall, the PGS was built to capture the character of a true pre war racing machine, delivering sharp, authentic handling while remaining practical enough to be used and enjoyed as a functioning vintage style competition car.