The A30 was a compact car produced by Austin Motor Company in the 1950s. Introduced in 1951, it was Austin's answer to the Morris Minor. Like many vehicles of the time, it was a mix of pre-war and post-war components. Its newly-designed A-Series straight-4 engine was state of the art for the time, while its rod-operated brakes were decidedly antequated.
The A30 was initially available only as a 4-door saloon. In 1953, 2-door saloon, van, and "Countryman" estate bodies appeared. It was replaced by the A35 in 1956 after having sold nearly ¼ million units.
Engine:
- 1952–1956 - 803 cc A-Series I4, 28 hp (21 kW) at 4400 rpm and 40 ft·lbf (54 Nm) at 2200 rpm
