Austin A40 convertible

[droms@sol.cs.bucknell.edu (Ralph E. Droms)]

A friend is considering the purchase of a 1953 Austin A40 Somerset
convertible.  He's curious about parts availability and any specific
problems to watch out for when he looks at the car.  Any words of
advice would be appreciated.

BTW, the ad indicates the car is a "3 position drophead."  We took
this to mean the hood can be up, down and something in between.  Or,
is it a three seater?

- Ralph