H&H Classics | An Auction of Classic & Performance Motorcars

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An Auction of Classic, Collector & Performance Cars 29th November 2023, The Pavilion Gardens, Buxton SK17 6BE *All hammer prices are subject to a Buyer’s Premium: Motorcars - 12.5% plus VAT

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ON THE COVER

1936 Frazer-Nash BMW 319/55 Sports Extensive period competition history and 1 of only 26 319/55s imported Estimate: £150,000 - £180,000* Reg No: DHX 347

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MOT: Exempt

Chassis No: 55023

Welcome to the auction The Pavilion Gardens, Buxton has been the backdrop to countless H&H auctions over the years and was the venue at which we sold our first ever landmark car, the ex-Rob Walker 1968 Lotus 49B, back in 1999. The world has changed a great deal over the past twenty-four years but it feels fitting that even in our 30th Anniversary year H&H are still going strong in Buxton.

We hope you find something of interest among the 150 plus cars on offer which includes everything from a 1923 Ford Model T Runabout that belonged to its late owner for at least sixtyfour years through to a 1966 Aston Martin DB5 with a competitive past. In true H&H fashion there are some real rarities such as the 1938 Vauxhall GY 25hp Wingham Cabriolet, 1959 Riley 2.6 Saloon, 1976 Audi 100 S Coupe and 1979 Volvo 262C to name but a few.

The 1936 Frazer Nash BMW 319/55 Sports that graces the cover was effectively campaigned by its first owner in range of trials, sprint, hillclimbs and circuit races. A true pre-WW2 great and scarcer than the 328 which succeeded it, the diminutive two-seater is disarmingly modern to drive. No less historically significant, the unique 1952 Lotus Mark VI Prototype is the car which enabled Colin Chapman’s transition between highly accomplished special builder and internationally feted sports car manufacturer.

Momentum within the classic and collector car market may be swinging away from investors and back towards enthusiasts but as the recent sale of a bottle of Macallan Adami 1926 whisky for £2.1 million and a Napoleon tricorn hat for £1.7 million prove, there is still plenty of money about for the very best alternative assets.

I would like to wish you and your families all the very best for a happy and healthy 2024.

Colette McKay, Managing Director

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Notes for intending purchasers Prospective purchasers are respectfully advised to read the Terms and Conditions of Sale carefully before bidding on any lot, as they form the terms of your contract with us, whether or not you are a successful bidder.

Admission H&H has the right at its sole discretion, without assigning any reason whatsoever, to refuse admission to any of its sales or indeed its premises to any person. The purchase of a catalogue does not constitute an entry ticket or guarantee entry.

Bidder Registration All intending buyers are required to complete a Bidder’s Registration Form. This will enable you to bid at the sale by means of a number allocated to you. All prospective bidders must provide photographic identification and bank card details to verify their identity. Lots sold will be invoiced to the registered bidder.

References We reserve the right to request banker’s references from prospective purchasers and these should be supplied in time to allow them to be taken up prior to the sale. Failure to comply with this could result in the facility to bid being withdrawn.

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Bidding Increments In the case of Commission, Telephone and Online Internet bidding, the following increments will apply: Under £1,000 At the Auctioneers discretion £1,000 - £2,000 £100 £2,000 - £5,000 £200/300 £5,000 - £10,000 £500 £10,000 - £20,000 £1,000 £20,000 - £50,000 £2,000/3,000 £50,000 - £100,000 £5,000 Over £100,000 At the Auctioneers discretion

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Premium Purchasers are reminded that a Buyers’ Premium is payable on all lots and is subject to VAT at the prevailing rate. The rates are as follows: Motor Cars 12.5% (minimum of £250) Boats 12.5% (minimum of £250) Plane Shares 12.5% (minimum of £250) Registrations 15% (minimum of £50) Motorcycles 15% (minimum of £50) Bicycles 15% (minimum of £10) Automobilia 15% (minimum of £5) Insurance Please be reminded that the insurance is the buyer’s responsibility from the fall of the hammer.

Warranty H&H is acting as the agent of the Seller in offering his lot for sale by auction. We cannot and do not inspect each lot in detail to verify the Seller’s description - often we only see it shortly before the Sale. Therefore, we cannot and do not take responsibility for the condition of the lot or the accuracy of its description. This is the reason for our very specific terms as to roadworthiness (Condition 19.1) and absence of warranties (Condition 12.1), which intending purchasers should read carefully.

Commission / Telephone Bids We will make reasonable efforts to execute commission and telephone bids when instructed provided they are received by 5pm the day before the Sale. Lot(s) will be bought as cheaply as is allowed by other bids and reserves. Where more than one commission bid is submitted at the same winning amount, the commission bid submitted to the Auctioneer first will be the winning bid. We reserve the right to request a refundable deposit of approximately 10% of the intended bid amount.

Payment For immediate clearance of Lot(s) full payment must be made to H&H Classics Limited by means of Visa Debit or Credit Card, Maestro, MasterCard, Cash up to the GBP equivalent of €10,000 or Interbank Transfer by 12.00 noon the day following the sale. In any event purchasers are reminded that clearance

of Lot(s) may only be effected once we have received cleared funds in our account.

For Purchasers wishing to pay by bank transfer our bank account details are as follows: NatWest, 23 Sankey Street, Warrington, Cheshire, WA1 1XH Account Name: H&H Classics Client Account Account No: 58868984 Sort Code: 01-09-17 BIC: NWBKGB2L IBAN: GB20NWBK01091758868984 Racing Cars & Documentation Buyers are reminded that the presence of an old HVIF (FIA papers) or other documentation does not constitute a ‘promise’ on behalf of the MSA or other issuing authority that they will be re-issued on demand. A car’s application for a Historic Technical Passport will be subject to the prevailing regulation in Appendix K and can be reviewed, much the same way Veteran Cars can be re-dated, as new information comes to light. The Issuing Authority can refuse to issue new papers. Any prospective purchaser should check the position of the Lot prior to bidding.

Veteran Car Club of Great Britain Dating Plates and Certificates When mention is made of the Veteran Car Club of Great Britain Dating Plates and Certificates in this catalogue it should be borne in mind that the Veteran Car Club of Great Britain does from time to time review cars already dated and, in some instances, where fresh evidence becomes available, alter the date. Whilst the Club makes every effort to ensure accuracy, the date shown on the Dating Plate or Dating Certificate cannot be guaranteed as correct and intending purchasers should make their own enquiries as to the date of the car.

Export Licence / Dates Export licences may be required for any lot manufactured or produced 50 years or more prior to the date of export from the U.K. It is the responsibility of the buyer to obtain the licence and correct documentation prior to the exportation of the lot.

Register to bid in 3 easy steps PLEASE NOTE: We have been advised that vehicles registered on, and imported from, the Isle of Man are not subject to Import Duty. Nor is a NOVA application required for their re-registration in the United Kingdom.

Registering to bid with H&H Classics is free & can be easily completed in the auction hall, via our website or by contacting a member of our team; email info@HandH.co.uk or telephone +44(0)1925 210035

Vehicle Identity and Competition History Any motor vehicle is sold as a collector’s item and not as a means of transport. Buyers are specifically warned that any vehicle sold as such may well have had parts replaced and paint renewed or be made up of parts from other vehicles the condition of which may be difficult to establish. The Auctioneer has to rely on information as to the date, condition and authenticity provided by the Seller and does not provide its own description, and does not and cannot undertake its own inspection of vehicles or other Lot and it is the responsibility of the Buyer to ensure that the Lot conforms to the description in the catalogue. The Auctioneer cannot check or verify the authenticity of the chassis or VIN number under which a vehicle is offered, but relies on the Seller’s description. Buyers should take particular care to verify in advance the authenticity of a vehicle that is claimed to have important racing, rallying or ‘ex-works’ history as it was common in period for a competition vehicle of a single identity to have more than one chassis, body or other mechanical components. This may have happened several times, both in a vehicle’s ‘works’ career and thereafter in private owner hands. Sometimes ‘works’ vehicles were fitted with different registration plates, so that a vehicle could meet a particular event’s start date deadline. These historical factors may lead to there being in existence multiple and competing claimants to the same vehicle identity.

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Please provide photographic identification at our Classic Auction venues such as Drivers Licence or Passport. For online & telephone bidding we require you to enter your card details allowing us to confirm your details with the issuing bank fully encrypted through Opayo (formerly SagePay) 3. Complete Registration: Whether you are in the room, online by commission or live on the telephone you will be allocated a paddle number upon agreeing to our terms and conditions of sale.

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Our History

First Auction at Pavilion Gardens, Buxton H&H is established

by Simon Hope

1993

1999

Damian Jones joined H&H

1929 Bentley 41/2 Litre (ex Woolf Barnato) Sold: £537,600 (resold: £874,000 in 2018)

Sold combined: £9,758,320

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2015

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1968 Lotus 49 F1 Single-seater (ex Rob Walker) Sold: £367,500

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1960 Ferrari 250 GT SWB 1967 Ferrari 275 GTB/4

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2012

2017

First Auction at Imperial War Museum, Duxford

Colette Mckay joined H&H 1922 Brough Superior SS80 'Old Bill' Sold: £292,500

First Auction at National Motorcycle Museum 1964 Ferrari 330GT Nembo Spider W

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1969 Honda Z50A John Lennon’s monkey bike

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1934 Alvis Speed 20SB Vanden Plas ‘Flatback’ Saloon Sold: £103,500

Sold: £157,500 First fully digital catalogue launch

1938 Lagonda LG6 Drophead Coupe (ex Prince Bernhard) Sold: £209,300

1973 MV Agusta 750 S Sold: £98,900 The late Rob Ridings Collection sold to benefit the RNLI and other charities Sold: £870,000

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Sold: £56,250 1969 Honda CB750 Prototype

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2023

1930 Brough Superior SS100 Sold: £416,250

H&H became an Employee Ownership Trust 1962 Aston Martin DB4 Series IV Sold: £360,000 1937 Indian Four 437 Sold: £95,450

1968 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow Convertible (ex Michael Caine) Sold: £135,000 (ex RAC Rally winning) Sold: £393,000

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Auction Information Auction Venue The Pavilion Gardens, St John’s Road, Buxton, Derbyshire SK17 6BE Viewing Times Tuesday 28th November 2023 from 12pm to 8pm Wednesday 29th November 2023 from 9am Sale Time

Wednesday 29th November from 1pm

Bidding

Bidding will be available live at the venue Online at www.HandH.co.uk | Telephone | Commission

Buyer’s Premium

Motorcars 12.5% plus VAT Registration Numbers 15% plus VAT

Buyer Enquiries

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We are delighted to be celebrating our 30th Anniversary this year and our second as an Employee Ownership Trust More information and full terms & conditions are available via our website: www.HandH.co.uk

H&H Classics are delighted to be celebrating 30 years in business in 2023 A warm thank you to our clients, from 1993 to today.

Colette McKay, Managing Director

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*All hammer prices are subject to a Buyer’s Premium: Motorcars - 12.5% plus VAT

Lots 1 - 122

Classic & Performance Motorcars *All hammer prices are subject to a Buyer’s Premium: Motorcars - 12.5% plus VAT

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1952 Singer 4AB Roadster No Reserve*

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Reg No: FSL 131 MOT: Exempt Chassis No: 4AB7994V Singer and MG were great rivals during the 1930s competing against each other on race circuits, trials stages and showrooms alike. Vying for sales with the MG T-Series, the Singer Roadster retained what was essentially the same two-door, swept tail silhouette throughout its sixteen year history (1939-1955) albeit with various stylistic tweaks along the way.

Under the skin, however, it benefited from a host of chassis and drivetrain changes with later examples featuring independent front suspension and Girling hydro-mechanical four-wheel drum brakes. The first model to benefit from these handling and braking advances was the 4AB which debuted in October 1950. It was followed in swift succession by the short-lived 1.2 litre 4AC and the 1.5 litre 4AD (known as the SM 1500 in twin carburettor guise). The 4AB was the first Singer Roadster to be made available to the home market in any quantity and was powered by a peppy 1074cc SOHC four-cylinder engine allied to four-speed manual transmission. As well as a more sophisticated chassis, it also ushered in a shortened radiator grille, lower bonnet line and more curvaceous wings.

Arguably more glamorous than MG’s contemporaneous offerings, Singer Roadsters proved popular with Hollywood stars such as Marilyn Monroe, Donald O’Connor, Debbie Reynolds, Sammy Davis Jr, Lucille Ball and Katherine Hepburn. Only marketed for two years, just 1,001 Singer 4AB Roadsters are thought to have been made.

Reportedly well-known to the Association of Singer Car Owners, chassis 4AB7994V is a notably late example (production ceased with chassis 4AB8001V). Further understood to have been uprated to near ‘4AC’ specification during the 1980s with a 1.2 litre engine sourced from a Singer Super 10, the Roadster presents as a well-preserved older restoration.

Finished in the handsome combination of British Racing Green with Beige upholstery, Dark Green carpets and Beige weather equipment, the fourseater was acquired by the vendor’s late father via our April 10th 2019 auction for the princely sum of £14,490. Sidelined by its owner’s ill health, ‘FSL 131’ was kept garaged alongside a 4A Roadster stablemate. Said to have been ‘running and driving’ earlier this year, recommissioning is advised prior to any sustained usage.

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1981 Triumph Spitfire 1500 Estimate: £7,000 - £9,000*

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Reg No: SRE 811W MOT: Exempt Chassis No: TFADW1AT009594 Evolving through five guises over the course of an eighteen-year production run, the final Spitfire variant, the 1500, arrived in 1974. With a reputed 71bhp and 82lbft of torque on tap from its 1493cc OHV fourcylinder engine, the newcomer boasted genuine 100mph performance.

Visually indistinguishable from its MkIV forebear save for some minor trim differences, the Spitfire 1500 was a decent seller on both sides of the Atlantic and the model remained in production until August 1980.

Offered here is a Spitfire that presents as ‘very clean’, both inside and out. Supplied new on the 26th June, 1981, by Oliver Rix Garages Ltd. of Clough Street, Hanley, to a Mr R Oakly in Newcastle, Staffordshire, the vendor describes the car as ‘well looked after’ with ‘very clean’ running gear, including the underside where it has benefitted from wax treatment since new. The 1493cc engine is also described as ‘spotless’ and the cockpit as ‘excellent with no rips or tears’, very clean for such a car.

‘SRE 811W’ has seen improvements which include an unleaded head conversion, an oil cooler, a gas strut on the bonnet and additional gauges for oil pressure, voltage and battery.

A tribute to the car’s upkeep has previously resulted in the car receiving the accolade of first in class at the TSSC International Weekend in 2009.

Other history can be evidenced by an original service ‘passport’ which is well-stamped with 16 entries. As well as the aforementioned service history, the Spitfire is accompanied by an original handbook, a large number of invoices, and a collection of old MOTs dating back to 1989 at 33,327 miles.

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1965 Saab 96 ‘Long Nose’ 2-Stroke

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No Reserve* Reg No: JWE 670C Chassis No: 330277

MOT: Exempt

The Saab 96 was manufactured and marketed from 1960 to January 1980, replacing the 93. The 96 featured aerodynamic two-door bodywork, four-passenger seating and at first a two-stroke, three-cylinder engine, later a four-stroke V4. The front end was lengthened for 1965 models, in preparation for a new engine, and the radiator was placed ahead of the engine rather than above and behind, a leftover from the thermosiphon cooling days. Both front and rear windows were enlarged slightly for 1968 models. The Saab 96 was driven most famously by Erik Carlsson in many international rallies, placing first in the 1960, 1961 and 1962 RAC Rallies and first in the 1962 and 1963 Monte Carlo Rallies. It was these successive, top-level victories that put the Saab 96 ‘on the map’.

This particular example, resplendent in its adorable original Green, left its homeland of Sweden in 2019 when imported to the UK by a renowned collector of Saab two-strokes. Little is known about the life of the car in Sweden, apart from that it was registered as ‘AAS 480’ (Swedish mark) which is still displayed on the car. The vendor bought the car in 2022 and then registered it in the UK under the registration mark ‘JWE 670C’.

The car presents very well and has been subject to extensive mechanical refurbishment including a full brake overhaul along with its front suspension and the Triple Cylinder two-stroke was subject to an extensive engine overhaul which included a lightweight crankshaft and pistons. The vendor advises us that the car runs very well and is very fast – a testament to the rallying pedigree of these cars. The interior presents very well with the seat seeming to have been recovered at some stage and the bodywork appears original with paintwork having achieved a fantastic patination. The car also features a gorgeous original Saab ‘Monte Carlo’ wheel – an addition that is very desirable. The car is now offered at ‘No Reserve’ to find it a loving new home. Just don’t forget the two-stroke oil!

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1990 Volvo 740 Turbo Estate Estimate: £8,000 - £10,000*

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Reg No: G615 HUA MOT: August 2024 Chassis No: YV1745822L2267780 The highly successful Volvo 760 GLE was developed and expanded to give birth to the Volvo 740 in 1984, with the model providing a 4-cylinder alternative to the 760. The estate car version of the 740 was introduced in 1985 and was a long-awaited expansion of the range during which time no less than 1,430,000 examples of the Saloon and Estate were produced. The Volvo 740 Estate car owed its immense success primarily to factors such as its sheer reliability and renowned safety levels.

However, what probably made the Volvo 740 Estate car one of the most sought-after cars in its segment was its unparalleled interior space and load capacity and found instant popularity among all manner of motorists from the Scandinavian police to British antique dealers. The 700 series was ultimately replaced by the 900 one, but good 740s and 760s are still sought after.

Finished in Red with Grey cloth upholstery, ‘G615 HUA’ has had just three former keepers and covered a modest 60,500 miles from new.

Wonderfully evocative of the 1980s but more than able to keep up with modern traffic thanks to its turbocharged engine and five-speed manual gearbox, this smart looking Volvo is offered for sale with its original owner’s wallet (including service book), numerous invoices and assorted old MOTs plus a current ‘no advisories’ certificate valid until August 2024. Said to have ‘Excellent’ paintwork and fitted with the optional electric pack (sunroof and windows) that are said to all work well.

*All hammer prices are subject to a Buyer’s Premium: Motorcars - 12.5% plus VAT

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1977 Citroen 2CV Pickup Estimate: £6,000 - £8,000*

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Reg No: LUI 494 MOT: Exempt Chassis No: 08KB2119 The development of Citroën’s ever-charming Deux Chevaux dates back to 1936, i.e. a couple of years after the company had been rescued

by Michelin. It was intended to motorise the large number of French farmers still relying on horses and carts, and it was research carried out amongst France’s largely rural population that determined the following unique design brief: a low-priced, rugged ‘umbrella on four wheels’ that would enable four peasants to drive 110lb of farm goods to market at 31mph in clogs and via muddy, unpaved roads; including transporting eggs across a ploughed field without breaking them. Production was delayed by WWII, but began in 1948, following which 3,872,583 2CVs were manufactured via 11 factories across the world (including one in Slough, England) between 1948 and 1990, by which time the aging design had been defeated by contemporary legislation. The peak of 2CV sales in the United Kingdom would be reached in 1986, with 7,520 new 2CVs were registered in Britain that year.

Presented in Black and Red with Grey quilted interior, this interesting 2CV pickup was first manufactured in 1977 and correctly registered as a pickup in the UK by its current owner on the 1st July, 2017. With an interesting custom wooden bed, the car has formed part of a small private collection for the last 6 years.

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1968 MG C Roadster Previous MG Owners Club Concours Winner

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Estimate: £15,000 - £18,000* Reg No: TPL 588F MOT: Exempt Chassis No: GCN1-304G Despatched on 15th February, 1968, to Wadham Limited of Surrey and specified with White paintwork over a Black interior and hood plus the desirable option of wire wheels. Little is known of the car’s history until the late 1980s where we start to see some receipts in the history file from the previous owner and a first place concours win on 26th May, 1989, for the Staffordshire area event for the MGOC. It is believed that the car was subject to a full body overhaul prior to this, which has been preserved remarkably well. The vendor’s father acquired the car in 1991 and continued to maintain the car to the best of his ability and there are many receipts in the history file for servicing parts such as points & condensers, oil etc, plus also the Girling Mk2B servo seems to have been replaced / overhauled a number of times in this period. Unfortunately, he passed away a few years ago and the vendor did not get the full story of the car before then so the vendor can only recount that the car was taken off the road and put into dry storage in the mid 2000s.

Upon inspection, the car appears to be in very good fettle - although we are not entirely sure when the paintwork was done, it appears to have been done to a very high standard and has lasted so well that it appears to have only been done recently. A testament to how well this car has been looked after! The engine bay is very presentable with the engine painted the correct colour and all fittings appear to have been either replaced or refurbished. Although the car had not been driven for some time, when driven for photography, the car drove very well, with the six-cylinder engine running smoothly and the gearbox and clutch functioning well.

The braking system also appeared to be very adequate. We do, however, recommend a full mechanical checkover due to the lack of recent use.

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1972 Range Rover ‘Two Door’ Suffix A

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No Reserve* Reg No: VBN 868K MOT: Exempt Chassis No: 35503336A There was always scope for the production of a sibling that combined the no-nonsense Land Rover’s off-road prowess with a greater degree of onroad chic and comfort. Though various plans were mooted in the 1950s, it was the emergence of the American SUV a decade later that finally convinced Rover to create such a model. Spen King famously oversaw the ‘100 inch Station Wagon’ project that was finally revealed as the Range Rover in 1970. Far from competing with the likes of the Ford Bronco that had inspired its creation, the David Bache-penned newcomer created a whole new genre of go-anywhere vehicles. The Range Rover was based around a box section chassis and steel ‘safety frame’ onto which the lightweight outer panels were bolted. Power came from the ubiquitous Rover V8 - initially in 3.5-litre guise. This was connected to a permanent four-wheel drive system for optimum traction - a transfer box offered a full set of high and low gear ratios. Suspension was by long travel coil springs all round and braking was by discs front and rear.

Manufactured in 1972, chassis ‘35503336A’ was supplied new to the United Kingdom, being first registered on the 1st of April that year, being one of just 2,560 Two-Door models built for the home market during the 1972 model year and a desirable ‘Suffix A’ example. Finished in Lincoln Green paintwork, the Range Rover is offered as a running and driving restoration project, with the bodywork most notably requiring attention.

Fitted with a diesel 200TDI engine and gearbox from a Discovery at some stage of its life, and the interior upholstery is also non-standard. Showing some 84,000 miles on the odometer, the Range Rover was provided with a full service in June 2022 and has been in use with the vendor in his ownership. A worthy restoration project with two-door Range Rovers now so desirable, especially Suffix A examples, ‘VBN 868K’ is temptingly offered without reserve.

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1967 Vanden Plas 4 Litre R Estimate: £11,000 - £13,000*

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Reg No: LNJ 606E MOT: Exempt Chassis No: VRS35912 Announced in August 1964, the Princess 4-Litre R featured a Rolls-Royce, all-aluminium, 175bhp engine enabling an unusually high power-to-weight ratio enabling cruising at 90mph and a top speed in period of 112mph.

The engine was the product of over two years of technical collaboration between BMC and Rolls-Royce. Twin SU carburettors were fitted, both the cylinder block and head were aluminium, tappets were hydraulic selfadjusting operating on overhead valves configuration and the counterbalanced crankshaft ran in seven main bearings, reducing vibration. The 4.0 R was luxurious with polished walnut fascia, padded top and bottom, fully reclinable leather seats and polished picnic tables for the rear passengers.

A new automatic transmission was provided by Borg-Warner; its first use in a British car, and Hydrosteer variable-ratio power steering accompanied wider tyres.

One of just 6,555 examples manufactured, chassis ‘VRS35912’ was manufactured in 1967. Supplied to the home market, it was first registered in the United Kingdom on the 1st of May that year, being sold through RollsRoyce and Bentley agents Caffyn’s of Eastbourne. Finished in the attractive colour combination of two-tone Carlton Grey over Dove Grey paintwork, the 4 Litre R features a complementary Blue leather interior upholstery with burr walnut dashboard and features. Retained by its first lady owner for ten years, the ownership history of the Vanden Plas is known from new.

According to the vendor, exceptionally original other than a full repaint many years ago, ‘LNJ 606E’ now shows a believed genuine mileage of some 69,000 miles.

Purchased by the vendor in 2014, the Vanden Plas has benefitted from around £6,000 worth of improvement during the vendor’s ownership.

Receiving an overhauled steering box, starter motor and dynamo renovation, re-chroming, re-finishing of the original burr walnut veneers, driver’s seat repadding, a new set of tyres, and a new battery. ‘LNJ 606E’ is offered with a history file that comprises the ownership records, collection of previous MOTs and tax discs, handbooks, maintenance manual, a current V5C document, and the tool kit. Due to be driven to the sale, some 110 miles, this highly original example is presented in a very pleasant colour scheme.

*All hammer prices are subject to a Buyer’s Premium: Motorcars - 12.5% plus VAT

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1935 Standard Avon ‘Le Mans’ Special Tourer

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1 of only 9 ‘Le Mans’ style examples manufactured Estimate: £8,000 - £10,000* Reg No: CGY 16 Chassis No: 232005

MOT: Exempt

Founded by Reginald Maudsley in Coventry in 1903, the Standard Motor Company Limited established itself before purchasing Triumph in 1945, officially changing its name to Standard-Triumph International in 1949.

John Black became joint Managing Director in 1929 and invited the likes of Avon, Swallow and Jensen coachbuilders to offer bodies. During the early 1930s Avon produced sports-style cars utilising the Standard chassis.

Standard production chassis units, they were tried and tested for use by others, like Avon who produced their own Tourer model ideal for the enthusiast motorer, however, on a scale that Standard themselves would have found uneconomical to get involved with at the works.

Chassis ‘232005’ was manufactured by Standard in 1935 and provided to the New Avon Body Company Limited of Warwick (established in 1919) for coachwork, being clothed in ‘Le Mans’ Sports Tourer bodywork. It is thought only nine ‘Le Mans’ style tourers were built by Avon bodies prior to the outbreak of World War II. Fitted with the 1056cc engine allied to the fourspeed synchromesh manual gearbox, this example sits proudly on correct, body-coloured, wire wheels, and is finished in Green with a complementary Green interior upholstery and a Black hood and sidescreens.

Subject to a self-evident previous restoration, the Standard resided in previous ownership between 2011 and its acquisition into the vendor’s private collection in 2016. During the previous ownership, ‘232005’ was provided a new carburettor, an overhaul of the starter and dynamo, and new brake linings. Since its purchase into the vendor’s private collection in 2016, the Avon has been used for vintage shows and gentle hillclimbing events. Offered with a history file that contains photocopies of period advertisements and service data, previous MOT certificates, a buff logbook, and a current V5C document. Running well upon consignment, this attractive and sporting Avon ‘Le Mans’ is a very rare survivor and is bound to cause a great deal of interest at events.

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1926 Morris Cowley ‘Bullnose’ Tourer

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No Reserve* Reg No: SV 5776 MOT: Exempt Chassis No: AV4188799 Introduced in 1913, the basic Morris ‘Bullnose’ design lasted until 1926, by which time its variants accounted for an impressive forty-five per cent of new sales in the UK. Compared to domestic and foreign rivals in the 12hp-14hp market, the model offered notably good performance courtesy of its torquey, four-cylinder engines and light yet robust leafsprung chassis. Having originally sourced powerplants from the English White & Poppe outfit, William Morris switched to the cheaper American Continental Motor Manufacturing Corporation and then the French Hotchkiss & Cie firm.

Supplied new by The Valliant Works of Riverhead and first registered in 1926, the Morris offered was originally a resident of Sevenoaks, Kent.

Fitted with Two-Seater Tourer coachwork with Dickey seat, the Morris experienced a rather jet-setting life thereafter. Exported to South Africa and then Mozambique, where it spent most of its life, chassis ‘AV4188799’ also spent some time in The Netherlands before returning to South Africa.

Purchased by the late owner in 2004, being affectionately named ‘Daisy Mae’, the Bullnose was subject to a comprehensive restoration after the purchase, with the works completed including a bodywork respray for some £9,250, a re-upholstered interior for some £2,000 and a radiator recore for some £2,042, with much further expenditure too. Presenting well in Dark Blue paintwork with a Black interior upholstery and a Black hood, the ‘SV 5776’ was used and enjoyed by the owner regularly subsequently, covering c.3,000 miles per year for events and rallies. In storage since January 2023 following the vendor’s passing, the Morris has been running since consignment but will require recommissioning. Included with the car is ‘A Guide to the Maintenance of the Bullnose & Flatnose Morris’ by Peter J. Seymour, various previous V5 documents, vehicle information, information on the car from the late owner, photographs taken during restoration works, and a current V5C which displays 3 former keepers since its registration in the UK, back in 1994.

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1969 Volvo P1800S Estimate: £18,000 - £24,000* Reg No: RCD 275G Chassis No: 183352S

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MOT: Exempt

Based on a design exercise by the Swedish-born Pelle Petterson.

Powered by a 1782cc OHV four-cylinder engine breathing through twin SU carburettors, allied to a four-speed manual gearbox, it was capable of over 100mph. The P1800 was immortalised in the 1960s ATV series ‘The Saint’ starring the late Sir Roger Moore. The ‘S’ in ‘P1800S’ refers to Sweden as the location for production post-1963. Earlier cars had in fact been constructed in the UK by Jensen. Regardless of engine size (post1969 the B20 engine was used), all cars were designated ‘1800’.

Originally delivered in the United Kingdom, it was first registered on May 6th, 1969. The car boasts an elegant White exterior paired with a luxurious Red leather interior. Notably, it comes equipped with a fulllength sunroof, adding to its charm, especially when the sun is out.

Throughout its history, this car has had only four previous owners since its initial purchase. In previous ownership from 2002 until 2021, the 1800S was the subject of an extensive restoration. This comprehensive restoration included the fitting of genuine Volvo replacement panels, an engine rebuild with an unleaded conversion, and the installation of new brake and steering components. Despite the restoration work, the car has covered only a few thousand miles since the completion of the restoration seventeen years ago. It’s important to note that while the current mileage reads just over 18,000, old MOT printouts on file suggest that the mileage reading may not be entirely accurate. Recently, the car has been serviced with a new fuel pump being fitted in the process and is currently in excellent driving condition. It comes with a well-documented history file and the current V5C Registration Document, providing an interesting record of its past. Recently serviced, this Volvo P1800S represents a rare opportunity to own a well-maintained and desirable classic Volvo with a rich history and with a great specification, in iconic White with Red trim and a folding sunroof.

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1974 Ford Escort 1300 XL Auto Just 2 owners from new

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Estimate: £7,000 - £9,000* Reg No: HDM 158N MOT: Exempt Chassis No: BBAFPA30833 The Mk1 Ford Escort was introduced in Ireland and the United Kingdom at the end of 1967, making its show debut at the Brussels Motor Show in January 1968. The Escort had conventional rear-wheel drive and a four-speed manual gearbox, or three-speed automatic transmission.

The suspension consisted of MacPherson strut front suspension and a simple live axle mounted on leaf springs. The Escort was the first small Ford to use rack-and-pinion steering. The Mk1 featured contemporary styling cues in tune with its time: a subtle Detroit-inspired “Coke bottle” waistline and the “dogbone” shaped front grille – arguably the car’s main stylistic feature.

Supplied new by Burns Garage of Congleton to a lady from Kidsgrove, Staffordshire, with the original January 1975 sales invoice on file, ‘HDM’ was first delivered to its first owner on 11th January, 1975, with a number of factory and dealer fit options. This striking Mk1 is offered in an original and unmodified state and we are told it has been ‘garaged all its life’. With just two Stoke on Trent owners from new and in its current ownership since 2012, the Escort has only clocked-up some 2,300 miles since 1996, with the current displayed mileage being a credible c.19,800 miles. The factory-fitted options and fitted by Ford, included the automatic gearbox, Metallic paint, a vinyl roof, fabric trim and a radio. Before delivery to the first owner, the approved dealer fitted extras fitted, included cavity underseal, two wing mirrors, four mud flaps and two spotlights.

Literature with the Mk1 includes the owner’s manual, original Ford service guide, owner’s handbook, original radio instruction manual, original sales brochure and a Haynes manual. In 2012 the Escort was the subject of maintenance work in 2012 and a reconditioned steering rack and track rod ends in 2017. In addition, the Escort has also benefitted from a new rear window seal. Offered with a collection of old invoices, old MOTs dating back to 1996 at 16,639 miles, some old tax discs, an original sales receipt and other paperwork, the car is said to start and run well. It is accompanied by a current V5C.

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1960 Austin-Healey ‘Frogeye’ Sprite MkI

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Comprehensively restored with a plethora of upgrades Estimate: £15,000 - £17,000* Reg No: TSY 475 MOT: Exempt Chassis No: AN5/43188 ‘TSY 475’ was first despatched by BMC on 15th July 1960 to Saunders Limited of Finchley, London and has previously worn the registration numbers ‘2 KKR’ and ‘2113 PO’. According to its V5C, the car has had seven former keepers since it was first registered in 1961 (we believe it may have been sold a year after build). The Frogeye has a large history file with numerous receipts from the restoration. The Austin-Healey was purchased by the vendor in a poor state of repair in 2004, at which point he commenced a comprehensive mechanical and bodywork overhaul which was completed in 2018 into the original colours of Old English White over Red vinyl interior, upgrading the car substantially in that time for modern road use. The car is fitted with a 1275cc engine from a later MG Midget, SU HS2 Carburettors, servo-assisted disc brakes and wire wheels.

‘TSY 475’ presents very well indeed - the Old English White paintwork is described as being in overall very good condition with only small signs of aging and use. The interior has been re-trimmed in the past. The car is still sporting the original Sprite steering wheel which is patinated but in good condition. In the engine bay, the 1275cc engine has been overhauled and repainted in MOWOG Green. The vendor confirms that ‘TSY 475’ starts and idles very well and the braking system has been completely overhauled with new lines and upgraded discs and servo stop the car well. The hood is a new vinyl item from AH Spares which is in very good condition and the sidescreens are present and have been fitted with new rubbers, although the Perspex appears original and as a result is crazed and maybe due replacement. There is also an original and hard to find hardtop with the car which has been treated to new Gel Coat and presents very well and is fitted very easily to the car. A show-quality Frogeye that is very useable.

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1936 Austin 10/4 Colwyn Cabriolet

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Estimate: £9,000 - £11,000* Reg No: CHT 279 Chassis No: 82329

MOT: Exempt

Bridging the gap between the Longbridge based manufacturer’s renowned 7hp and 12hp models, the Austin 10hp was launched in 1932.

Topping the sales charts throughout the 1930s, the newcomer was based around a sturdy ladder frame chassis equipped with all-round semielliptic leaf-sprung suspension and cable-operated four-wheel drum brakes. Powered by an 1125cc side-valve four-cylinder engine allied to four-speed manual transmission, it was reputedly capable of 55mph and 35mpg. Available with a range of open and closed pressed-steel body styles (all of which located occupants between the axles) the model was subject to continual development. Combining full-framed doors with a three-position convertible roof, the Colwyn Cabriolet was a ‘year round’ proposition. More expensive than its siblings, the four-seater soft-top was updated alongside them gaining a painted radiator surround and synchromesh on 2nd, 3rd and 4th gears in late 1934.

First registered in Bristol (or so its ‘CHT 279’ number plate would imply), this rare surviving Colwyn Cabriolet has self-evidently benefited from much past restoration work. Acquired by a member of the Austin Ten Drivers’ Club in 2002, he treated it to a correct-type reconditioned engine and brake system overhaul some fourteen years later at a cost of circa £4,000. Further improved since passing to its last registered keeper during 2019, the four-seater has had attention paid to its wiring, steering, suspension, exhaust, paintwork and hood. Sporting new carpets but pleasingly retaining the majority of what appears to be its original upholstery, ‘CHT 279’ started readily and ran well during our recent photography session. A charming yet practical 1930s four-seater convertible which will fit in most garages, this diminutive Austin is offered for sale with V5C Registration Document, service manual, Austin Ten Drivers’ Club literature and numerous invoices from the likes of Alderton Austin Services Ltd, Woolies and Auto Engineering of Chard Junction etc.

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1981 Mercedes-Benz 280 SL No Reserve*

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Reg No: NJO 440W MOT: Exempt Chassis No: 10704222009688 Nicknamed the ‘Panzerwagen’ by Mercedes-Benz’s own development engineers, the R107 series was the result of an extremely thorough design process. In an attempt to avoid falling foul of threatened American safety legislation, Stuttgart produced an open car whose structural rigidity surpassed that of some contemporary saloons! Indeed, even now some fifty years after its introduction the R107 retains a reassuring air of solidity. Allied to this was sure-footed handling courtesy of all-round independent coil-sprung suspension, power-assisted steering and disc brakes. Always more of a grand tourer than an out and out sports car, the vast majority of R107s were fitted with automatic transmission. Launched in September 1974, the Eurocentric 280SL was less powerful but more fuel-efficient than its V8 brethren. Though with some 185bhp and 177lbft of torque on tap from its fuel-injected 2746cc DOHC straight-six engine, the model could still boast authoritative 120mph performance.

Finished in the classic combination of Astral Silver Metallic with Blue cloth upholstery, chassis WDB10704222009688 was first registered in Oxford on March 1st 1981 (or so its ‘NJO 440W’ number plate would imply).

Specified with a Dark Blue soft-top, central locking, electric windows and alloy wheels, the Mercedes-Benz had covered approximately 110,000 miles by the time it entered the current ownership during January 2009.

Regularly MOT tested up until it became eligible for exemption, the 280SL has been driven a further 47,000 miles or so by the vendor. As well as attending to any necessary works that the MOT testers identified, he treated ‘NJO 440W’ to a new soft-top in 2017 plus a respray and partial re-trim two years later. Sadly, the new paint has reacted with the old in places. Thus, the seller describes the Mercedes-Benz as being in ‘good’ (engine, automatic transmission, electrical equipment), ‘average’ (bodywork, interior trim) or ‘poor’ (paintwork) condition. An inexpensive ‘Silver Arrow’ being offered for sale at No Reserve, this classic R107-series 280SL is accompanied by a V5C Registration Document, assorted paperwork and hardtop (the latter requiring refurbishment).

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1989 Jaguar Sovereign V12 HE Saloon

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71,000 miles (21 main dealer services) Estimate: £7,000 - £9,000* Reg No: G252 APF MOT: September 2024 Chassis No: SAJJDALW3CA481014 Hailed by the contemporary motoring press as “the fastest full four-seater in the world” upon its July 1972 launch, the original XJ12 evolved through three series. The last of these arrived in April 1979 and saw the sleek silhouette that marque founder Sir William Lyons had penned revised by Pininfarina. As well as an airier glasshouse, the newcomer featured flush-fitting door handles, reprofiled tail lights (with integral reversing lights) and surprisingly elegant impact bumpers. Often compared to the Mercedes-Benz S-Class and Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow, the Series III XJ12 was among the most accomplished luxury saloons of its generation. Noted for the refinement of its fabulously smooth 5343cc SOHC V12 and slick three-speed automatic gearbox, criticisms as to fuel economy were alleviated to some degree by the introduction of a new H.E. engine in 1981. Despite developing more power and torque (some 299bhp and 318lbft respectively) courtesy of its redesigned Michael May cylinder heads, this new High Efficiency unit was said to reduce fuel consumption by up to twenty-five per cent. Reputedly capable of sprinting to 60mph in 7.5 seconds and on to a top speed of 151mph, the Series III XJ12 was for many the last true bastion of pre-Ford Jaguar.

Finished in the handsome combination of Solent Blue Metallic with Beige leather upholstery, this particular example has led a charmed existence.

Warranted to have covered a modest 71,000 miles from new, no fewer than twenty-one of its twenty-two documented services were carried out by Jaguar main dealers! Indeed, the vendor considers that ‘there cannot be many left as nice as this one’. First registered in Surrey (or so its ‘G252 APF’ number plate would imply), the XJ12 is understood to have had three former keepers.

Riding on correct-type ‘Pepperpot’ alloy wheels, the luxury saloon appears to be to standard specification throughout except for the substation of an elegant wood rimmed steering wheel and a more modern stereo. Worthy of close inspection, this much loved Series III XJ12 is offered for sale with V5C Registration Document, history file and ‘no advisories’ MOT certificate valid until September 2024.

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1948 Allard L-Type Roadster Estimate: £25,000 - £30,000* Reg No: JUC 301 Chassis No: L509

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MOT: Exempt

This L Type, chassis 509, was manufactured on 2nd February 1948 and distributed by Allard’s London sales office, Adlard’s Motors of Clapham.

Originally supplied to a Mr Thompson in Black with Brown leather and carpets and a Beige hood, it was supplied with the standard Ford V8. An Allard Owner’s Club Heritage Certificate, together with copies of factory records, accompanies the car.

The vendor, a member of the Allard Owner’s Club (AOC), has got it running reliably and spent around £4,000. The vendor has then used it extensively over hundreds of miles this summer, attending Allard Owner’s Club and VSCC. It also won its class at the Manchester Historic Vehicle Club’s annual concours event. Prior to current ownership it was in the hands of an octogenarian member of the AOC. Prior to him, a racing company in St lves owned the car from 2012 and before that it was owned

by James Cole, from September of 2008. It is understood, but cannot be confirmed, that prior to Mr Cole purchasing the car, it had been in longterm ownership with its previous two keepers.

The car wore a two-tone Blue colour scheme in 2008, when purchased

by Mr Cole, but was subsequently restored, painted Red and fitted with the correct grille. There are some restoration photos on file. The wood frame and metal bodywork are described by the vendor as being in ‘excellent condition’, along with the Red leather interior and dashboard.

There is a tonneau and hood frame but no hood at present, as the owner always uses the car with the tonneau only. According to the vendor, the engine runs well and quietly and the clutch and gearbox function as they should. Work carried out this year includes service items, water pumps, engine mountings a front suspension refresh, new wheels, a new coil and an electric fuel pump. The single Stromberg carburettor is recent and the engine does not overheat, even on long runs, starting first time and running reliably, as evidenced by much summer use.

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Derverimp Single Seater Special

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No Reserve* Reg No: Unregistered MOT: None Chassis No: Derverimp No 1 Through the decades, the privateer racer could be found building and fashioning metal and machine into new vehicles to meet the challenges of motorsport events. ‘Specials’ were sometimes built from scratch or produced in number, with one thing in common, they often utilised existing components that would bring together engines and chassis as never envisaged by their original designers. What was it that Colin Chapman said? “Simplify, then add lightness”.

One such build does just that and leaves us to do some head-scratching in terms of its history, however, it has certainly been built to utilise a Hillman Imp engine. Classic.com refers to Derverimp special that “was the idea of Derek Verity in the late 1960s and early 1970s” and “powered by a Hillman Imp engine that was modified to produce around 100bhp.

The car had a tubular steel chassis and a fiberglass body”. “The car was very lightweight and agile, and competed in various events across the UK. The car was also featured in a book called The Imps of Britain by John Blunsden”. This information could not be verified. ‘Component cars’ such as the Clan Crusader utilised Imp’s engine in the rear, the ‘Derverimp’, wearing Mini-lite style wheels, utilises a single seater space frame and the engine mounted longitudinally at the front, just behind the front axle.

An interesting project from a deceased estate and purchsed by them in 1996, its history is ‘unknown’, however, it offers an interesting project that might have potential for use for sprints or hill climb events. There are no documents with the car.

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1970 Datsun Fairlady Sports 1600 Roadster

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Estimate: £9,000 - £11,000* Reg No: SVR 358H MOT: Exempt Chassis No: SPL31127397 Widely regarded as Japan’s first genuine sportscar, the second generation Datsun Fairlady (SP310, aka Datsun Sports SPL310 in the USA) was introduced in 1962. Built around a robust, double-dropped, cruciformbraced chassis, it was equipped with dual wishbone independent front suspension, a live rear axle, telescopic shock absorbers and cam and lever steering. Entered for the first Japanese Grand Prix in 1963, suitably tweaked SP310s also won the national championship against Triumph TR4 and Porsche 356 competition. Launched in late 1965, its SP311 successor was powered by a 1595cc, 96bhp four-cylinder R series engine (featuring a five-bearing crankshaft and alloy cylinder head). Boasting Porsche-designed synchromesh for its four-speed manual gearbox and disc front brakes, it was gradually evolved until the arrival of the last-ofthe-line ‘high screen’ variant in 1968.

This left-hand drive US market Fairlady Sports’ (SPL311) history has spanned 3 countries since it left the Japanese factory in 1970. The little Roadster left the Yokohama factory as a Red car, as it is presented today.

The Fairlady Sports 1600 was supplied new to a customer in Washington state, USA, and resided there from 1970 until 2007, before ownership in Canadian ownership up to 2014. The vendor was living and working in Canada and purchased the car in British Columbia, Canada in 2012 before exporting to UK shores in 2014, when he himself would return to the UK. The car has been UK-registered since that time.

To date, the mileage displayed on the odometer is c.56,924. Over the years the car has benefitted from a new Soft-top in 2017. It was last serviced in June, 2023, and received oil, a filter and plugs. The car has also had a starter motor overhaul. In addition, accompanying the car, there is a small selection of parts, which includes a spare dash cover.

This US market left-hand drive Fairlady Sports 1600 is offered with rare original owner’s handbook and service book, a collection of invoices, old MOTs and a workshop manual. The original warranty and service books are present as is the current V5C.

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2007 Bentley Continental GTC Estimate: £22,000 - £26,000*

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Reg No: L8 DCE MOT: November 2024 Chassis No: SCBDE23W17C048309 Finished from new in Silver Tempest with a Claret Roof, the interior offers a sumptuous leather Fireglow with Beluga interior. The build sheet is on file. The car now wears number plate ‘L8 DCE’ which stays with the car.

We are advised by the vendor that ‘everything works and the vehicle drives superbly’. Over the years, the Bentley entertainment system has been updated to a Pioneer hands-free Bluetooth system encompassing phone connectivity.

The vehicle has covered 70,000 miles with what could be described as exstensive service history and 18 stamps and entries in the service book.

17 of the above stamps are Bentley Main Agent and one is a Bentley specialist. There are many invoices from the main agents itemising what work was done and at what mileage; corresponding to the mileage, date and mot certificates (on file). The last but one service by Prasads Automotive Ltd, was carried out in July 2022, and at a cost of £4,000, invoice also on file. ‘L8 DCE’ has recently been serviced and inspected by Lewmark Ltd in August 2023 at a cost of circa £400, and the rear driver’s side brake caliper has been replaced. The tyres and wheels, which were refurbished in 2022, are described as excellent, as is the paintwork across the car and the soft-top hood operates perfectly.

Possessing a fresh MOT certificate, there are print-outs of the MOTs going back to 2011, when the mileage was just 10,131 miles. All the MOTs since that time, have been ‘passes’. There are two sets of working key fobs and it is believed the vehicle is fitted with an anti-theft Tracker. The car is supplied with two stamped service books and the bound instruction manual. The history file also includes previous old V5C documents and a full Bentley information pack is present. It should be noted that car is London ULEZ compliant.

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1958 Austin-Healey 100/6 Estimate: £40,000 - £50,000* Reg No: PFO 347

MOT: August 2024

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Chassis No: BN6L937

Donald Healey’s eponymous company built a prototype two-seater sports car for display at the 1952 London Motor Show. It was based on Austin A90 Atlantic mechanicals and sported a sleek body designed by Gerry Coker and built by Tickford. It was dubbed the `Healey Hundred’ (a moniker chosen to reflect the car’s ability to reach 100mph), and Healey planned to build production versions at his factory in Warwick. As things transpired, the prototype captivated the public and so excited Austin’s Managing Director, Leonard Lord, that he agreed to build the car in volume at Longbridge. The newcomer was renamed the Austin-Healey 100. The rest is history. The production bodyshells were made by Jensen and then transported to Longbridge where the cars were assembled alongside the A90. The early cars (code named BN1 and BN2) were equipped with the same four-cylinder 90bhp 2660cc engine as the A90. The 100 had 11-inch drum brakes all round. The front suspension was independent by coil springs while the rear featured a traditional live axle supported by semi-elliptic leaf springs. The steering was by cam and lever. The last of the 100 models, the BN4 (2+2 seater) and BN6 (2-seater) had a two-inch longer wheelbase and were powered by the six-cylinder 2639cc BMC C Series engine previously found in the Austin Westminster. Early versions gave 102bhp, but by 1957 output of the 100-Six had risen to 117bhp (thanks to the adoption of a new twelve-port cylinder head).

‘PFO’ has come from long-term ownership dating back to 1992. An Austin Healey 100/6, this desirable two-seater has a build date of 16th May 1958. ‘PFO’ was originally destined for export to the USA in left-hand drive specification and finished in Ivory White with a Red interior and a Black soft-top hood. Further to the USA specification, there is a record of delivery with a laminated windscreen, heater, wire wheels and overdrive.

‘PFO’ was repatriated back to the UK from a car-friendly Texas climate in 1992; there is correspondence regarding the import from Texas on file.

An older restoration c.1995-1996, there is a quantity of old invoices and correspondence relating to the extensive restoration of the 100/6 by the Midland Austin Healey Centre.

Correspondence refers to a new radiator, carburettors and linkages, a full set of seals and floor pans. There had been a full repaint and retrim back to the car’s original colour scheme and trim. Photos on file, show the car in Texas wearing red paintwork. Subsequently, post-restoration, the car lay little-used, for many years. In October of 2023, Moorland Classic Cars provided services to finally get the 100/6 back onto the road.

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At a cost of some £5,000, the mechanical work to recommission ‘PFO’ included a new 6v battery, a clutch master and slave cylinder, a brake and handbrake overhaul, aluminium petrol tank, wheel bearings and an overhaul of the front and rear suspension and the charging system. The engine bay and underside were steam cleaned to remove old Waxoyl and the wheels were cleaned and degreased. The engine was got to a running condition, with the oil pressure checked and the carburettor adjusted. The exhaust was cleaned and painted. The car then went through an MOT and successfully received the ‘ticket’ until 6th August 2024.

The 100/6 is offered with a current MOT on file, a collection of old invoices, old MOT paperwork and some tax discs, a BMIHT Certificate and the aforementioned pieces of import correspondence and documentation.

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1979 Volkswagen Type 2 (T2) Devon Moonraker Camper

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Over £13,000 expenditure in the last 2 years Estimate: £12,000 - £15,000* Reg No: CEL 203T MOT: Exempt Chassis No: 2392099498 Previously owned for 13 years and in current ownership since 2021, this Volkwagen Type 2 Devon Moonraker features a side-opening ‘pop-top’, upgraded seats, rock and roll bench/bed with seat belts, sink, dual gas hob, integrated fridge, sockets, two tables with a folding buddy seat, Sony stereo system with upgraded speakers, and more. Mechanically, an upgraded 1641cc engine fitted approximately 1000 miles ago is powered with twin Weber 40IDF carburetors.

Servo-assisted brakes are present along with numerous further refinements.

‘CEL 203T’ was in previous ownership for 13 years. Between June 2013 and March 2014, the camper underwent extensive bodywork repairs before receiving a full respray in its original Mexico Beige. Just before being sold to the current owner, the upgraded engine was installed to make it more usable on today’s modern roads. Purchased by the vendor in July 2021, the van was shortly thereafter sent to specialists Beetlelink for numerous works, which included replacement exhaust gaskets, a compression test, cleaning and refitting of spark plugs, timing check, a brake overhaul including pipes and pedal spring, V-belt renewal, and various other adjustments, totaling £2,774. In November of that same year, the van incurred an additional expenditure of £5,522. These subsequent works included a replacement alternator, an engine overhaul, replacement of the fuel tank, lines, and speedo gauge, and more. Finally, in January 2022, the van underwent a final batch of works, including fitting twin Weber 40IDF carburetors and replacing the gear linkage set, resulting in an additional £4,982 in expenditure. In total, £13,279.86 was spent during the current ownership.

Now offered for sale because the vendor has acquired a modern camper more suitable for his children, ‘CEL 203T’ presents a great opportunity to acquire a Type 2 that has benefited from significant mechanical attention. This Devon camper is offered with a comprehensive history file containing a photographic history of the respray, various manuals, a significant collection of invoices for parts and work undertaken dating back to 2007 and the V5C document, which shows 9 former keepers. Also included is a full-size custom tent, suitable for camping trips away.

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1998 BMW 740i Low mileage and ownership example

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Estimate: £9,000 - £11,000* Reg No: R283 WCF MOT: June 2024 Chassis No: WBAGF82090DK83979 Styled in-house by Boyke Boyer, BMW’s third generation (E38) 7-Series is widely regarded as its best-looking to date. Introduced in 1994, the newcomer was the first production car to feature curtain airbags.

Notably more engaging to drive than its Audi and Mercedes-Benz rivals, the E38’s popularity was boosted by starring roles in ‘Tomorrow Never Dies’ (with Pierce Brosnan’s James Bond), ‘The Transporter’, ‘Enemy of the State’, ‘The Game’ and ‘Transformers’ etc. The E38 was the first car available with curtain airbags. It was also the first European car to offer satellite navigation and the first BMW to offer an in-built television.

Other equipment includes electronic damper control, power sunroof, rain-sensing wipers, dual-zone climate control, electric driver’s seat adjustment, and electric steering wheel adjustment.

Manufactured in 1998, the 740i offered was supplied new to the United Kingdom being first registered on the 29th of June that year. Fitted with the naturally-aspirated, 4.4-litre, 32v quad-cam V8 engine producing 282bhp and offering 0-62mph in 7.0 seconds with a top seed of 155mph, it is allied to the automatic transmission. Finished in Orient Blue with Sand Beige Nappa leather interior upholstery, the BMW was specified from the factory with electric memory seats, ‘fine wood trim’, six-CD-Player, a HiFi speaker system, air-conditioning, SatNav, and car phone installation.

Having had just two former keepers from new, the BMW has covered a mere 56,800 miles from new. Last serviced at 56,713 miles in June 2023 by a BMW Specialist, the 7-series is due to be driven to the sale. Supplied with its original book pack, service booklet, and owner’s manuals, an MOT certificate until June 2024 and a current V5C document, the 740i is rated as ‘excellent’ throughout by the vendor.

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1934 Wolseley 16 Saloon No Reserve* Reg No: HF 9171 Chassis No: 550115

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MOT: Exempt

The Wolseley Sixteen superseded the Wolseley Viper in 1933 as the 16hp Four-Door Saloon and the 16hp Special (close coupled) Saloon, its engine being mounted further forward than previous models, and featuring the new illuminated badge light. The 16hp Saloon was of a shorter wheelbase chassis than the previous Viper coachbuilt models and omitted the sun-visors. The appearance is similar, however, the addition of two small ventilators fitted to either side of the scuttle aids identification. The six-cylinder two-litre engine featured an overhead camshaft which was Wolseley’s traditional value gear from 1919 to 1935.

In total 2,232 16 Saloons were made.

Believed to have been first registered with the vehicle licensing authorities on the 24th of March of 1934, this Saloon Wolseley 16 came into current ownership in 2013. A charming pre-war Saloon, it is finished in Green over Black with complementing Green upholstery and door cards. The original brown logbook is included on file, as part of the history. Benefiting from previous starter motor and dynamo overhauls, the Wolseley is accompanied by a collection of invoices and old MOT certificates that date back to the 1980s. It is also offered with the original brown logbook, wiring diagrams, an original information book, an original lubrication chart and basic tool kit. A rare survivor.

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1992 Daimler 4.0 Saloon Just 22,640 miles from new

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Estimate: £12,000 - £14,000* Reg No: K205 KFM MOT: November 2024 Chassis No: SAJDKALD3AJ665420 Since the late 1960s the historic Daimler marque has been used by Jaguar to denote the most luxurious version of its XJ saloons and therefore has an extra exclusivity. The Daimler 3.6 was launched in October 1986 as long-awaited successor to the much loved Series III featuring squarer, more modern lines incorporating a host of sophisticated electronics.

Standard engine was a new 221bhp 3590cc 6-cylinder unit as the V12 offered in the Series III could not be accommodated under the bonnet.

With traditional Daimler fluted radiator grille and boot plinth plus separate contoured rear seating, electrically adjustable heated front seats, air conditioning, cruise control and walnut interior which Jaguar do so well, the Daimler was a worthy top-of-the-range model. In addition to being a luxurious passenger car the Daimler was an excellent driver’s car with a superb ride mated to precise handling. Launched concurrently with the excellent new BMW 7-Series, period road testers were divided as to which was the better, although for many the Daimler’s sumptuousness over the more clinical BMW won the day. The 3.6 (like all XJ40 3.6 models) was replaced by a new 4.0 litre version in September 1989.

Still wearing the number plates fitted by supplying dealer Henly’s of Chester and first registered as ‘K205 KFM’ on 19th August 1992, this remarkable Daimler has been in single family ownership from new. Having covered less than 23,000 miles over the past thirty-one years – an average of just 740 miles per annum – it is among the nicest XJ40 generation cars that we have encountered. Pleasingly retaining its original owner’s wallet, manuals and service book (the latter recording eight stamps), the luxury saloon also comes with a Henly’s umbrella, factory tool kit, period Jaguar VHS tape, two keys and seemingly every old tax disc! Treated to sundry new suspension bushes in 2017 and benefiting from a recent oil and filter change, the Daimler exudes understated elegance in Jet Black with Magnolia leather upholstery. Worthy of close inspection, ‘K205 KFM’ surely deserves a place in a private or museum collection?

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1965 Mercedes-Benz 220 SEB Estimate: £20,000 - £24,000*

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Reg No: JGU 672C MOT: Exempt Chassis No: 11102122072668 Based on the flagship S-class W111 ‘Fintail’ Saloon, with its signature upright headlights and imposing traditional Mercedes-Benz grille, the Coupe comprised of a light and airy pillarless glasshouse over a distinctive two-door body. The 220 Coupe was very well appointed inside, featuring Mercedes textured leather and wood trimmings. The model’s 2195cc, SOHC engine employed mechanical fuel injection of the same type as the ‘Pagoda’ SLs - its 120bhp being sufficient to propel the car at up to 106mph.

Presenting in Cream with a Black interior, this 220 has been in current ownership since 2010. It began life as a UK-supplied right-hand drive car, being first registered on the 4th of February, 1965, as ‘860 PO’, a plate it wore until 2019. Now registered as ‘JGU 672C’, there are 6 recorded keepers on the V5C and the odometer displays 92,000 credible miles.

Over the years the 220 has benefitted from a number of services and parts from the SL Shop (invoices on file). In excess of £20,000 was invested in the mechanicals in current ownership, including a gearbox service in 2022 and an exchange alternator. A list of new parts that have been fitted, includes: New shock absorbers in 2017; New ignition barrel in 2019; New fuel pump filter in 2019 and a new Bosch battery. Attention has been paid to the brakes in c.2017. The interior has been the subject of a retrim with the front and rear seats being retrimmed to match the original pattern and in Black. The 220 is offered with a large collection of old MOTs, a current V5C and invoices from the SL Shop.

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1973 Volkswagen Beetle Karmann Cabriolet

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No Reserve* Reg No: PGF 305L MOT: January 2024 Chassis No: 1332504008 In 1948, Wilhelm Karmann bought a standard Beetle and converted it into a four-seater convertible. After successfully presenting it at Volkswagen in Wolfsburg, Karmann began production of the Volkswagen Beetle Cabriolet in 1949. After a number of stylistic and technical alterations made to it, the last of 331,847 cabriolets came off the conveyor belt on the 10th of January, 1980, bringing with it the end of an era. In 1971, alongside continued production of the standard Beetle, a variant that featured Macpherson strut front suspension and a re-designed front end was introduced which was officially known and marketed in Europe as the ‘VW 1302’ from 1971 to 1972, and ‘VW 1303’ from 1973 onwards. The VW Beetle has seduced many a first-time buyer, collector and classic car enthusiast. And for obvious reasons; the parts network is many and inexpensive, the ability to convert the base model into many different variants was always available and the cost of the car itself presented a gateway into classic car ownership.

Believed to be an original UK-supplied right-hand drive Karmann Cabriolet version of the 1303 Type 1 Beetle, this particular car was first UK registered in 1973. Offered from long-term family ownership, the car was fitted with a new battery last year. In 2018 the Cabriolet had some attention paid to the brakes, which included adjustment. Some money was also spent fettling the car for the MOT in 2017.

Inside the cabin, the seats have previously been recovered in Black with Red piping and there is the factory specification wood effect dashboard insert complemented by a rare in-period dealer-offered VW ‘Formula Vee’ Rallye gear shifter with wooden knob. External accessories include rare front and rear bumper over-riders, original Volkswagen mud flaps and replica Empi 8-spoke alloy wheels. The engine appears to be a 1300cc twin-port engine. The Cabriolet is offered at the sale with a V5C.

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2005 Mercedes-Benz SL 350 Just 34,500 miles from new

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Estimate: £10,000 - £12,000* Reg No: LS55 CNE MOT: August 2024 Chassis No: WDB2304672F114639 Introduced at the September 2001 Frankfurt Motor Show, the R230series of Mercedes-Benz’s long-running SL range remained in production for ten years. Arguably the most accomplished two-seater Grand Tourer of its generation, the newcomer offered a blend of performance, ride, handling and refinement that few, if any, rivals could match. The SL 350 boasted a 0-60mph time of 7.2 secs and top-speed of 155mph from the 3724cc V6 (241bhp/258lbft) engine.

Manufactured in 2005, the SL 350 offered was supplied new to the United Kingdom, being first registered on the 31st of October that year.

Finished in Iridium Silver metallic paintwork with Grey leather interior upholstery, the SL 350 was specified from new with climate control, 17inch alloys, Sat-Nav, aluminium trim pieces, electric mirrors, and xenon headlamps. Retained in first ownership for some sixteen years, the R230 has had just two owners from new and is offered having covered a mere 34,500 warranted miles. A notably nicely presented R230, ‘LS55 CNE’ is understood to retain all of its factory paintwork.

Benefitting from improvement this year including new boot struts, brake fluid change, and re-gassing of the air-conditioning, the Mercedes is supplied by a documented service history with the service book that shows six services, and further servicing and maintenance invoices accompanying. Offered with a history file that contains the original book pack with stamped service book, a collection of previous MOT certificates, a selection of invoices, a no advisory MOT certificate until August 2024, a current V5C document showing two former keepers (the first owner had the vehicle registered in a business and then private name), and copies of the previous logbooks. Notably nice, low mileage and ownership R230s are beginning to become understandably collectable, and this example would be a fine addition to any collection.

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1927 Delage DI Sport Boat-Tail Tourer

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Restored at a cost of over £70,000 Estimate: £26,000 - £30,000* Reg No: BF 6074 Chassis No: 23113

MOT: Exempt

By the early 1920s, Delage was among France’s pre-eminent car manufacturers. Founded in 1905 by ex Turgan-Foy and Peugeot employee, Louis Delage, the Courbevoie concern was known throughout Europe for the quality and sophistication of its designs. No stranger to racing, the marque’s magnificent 1.5 litre straight-eight GP cars were crowned ‘champion du monde’ in both 1926 and 1927. While its other forays into competition included a 10.5 litre landspeed record challenger and a string of Le Mans entries. Like many of its peers, Delage used the latter event as a test-bed for forthcoming production model components. Thus, when the DI debuted in 1923, its sophisticated overhead-valve cylinder head had already seen service at Le Sarthe. In addition to a willing 2121cc four-cylinder engine, the DI also boasted a four-speed manual gearbox, elegant leaf-sprung ladder-frame chassis and all-round drum brakes.

Understood to be one of just twenty DI Sport models to have survived, chassis 23113 is particularly well travelled. Reportedly resident in Uruguay for years before migrating to the USA during 1981, the Delage was acquired by the vendor upon its arrival in the UK two decades later. A world renowned yacht designer, he had the Boat-Tailed Tourer professionally restored at a cost of over £70,000. Painstaking tasks such as having various gearbox and differential components remanufactured plus recreating the nautically inspired coachwork using much of the original wooden support frame meant that the DI Sport was not registered with the DVLA until 2012. Eligible for a host of Vintage Sports Car Club events and thought to retain ‘matching’ chassis and engine numbers, this decidedly rare and handsome Delage is described by the seller as being in ‘very good overall’ condition with regards to its 2.1 litre engine, 4-speed manual gearbox, electrical equipment, interior trim, bodywork and paintwork. Offered for sale with V5C Registration Document and history file.

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1950 MG YA Saloon Estimate: £12,000 - £14,000* Reg No: MTU 626 Chassis No: Y5501

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MOT: Exempt

Introduced in 1947, the Y-Type saloon was an important car for MG. Boasting an all-new welded box-section chassis (later adapted for use on the marque’s TD / TF sportscars) its sophisticated coil-and-wishbone independent front suspension was the work of Sir Alec Issigonis and MG draughtsman Jack Daniels. Equipped with rack and pinion steering, a four-speed manual gearbox, and hydraulic drum brakes as standard, it was powered by the same 1250cc XPAG four-cylinder engine as the TC Midget sports car. Benefiting from a well-appointed cabin, the YA remained in production until 1951 (by which time some 6,158 are thought to have been sold).

Chassis ‘Y5501’ was manufactured in 1950, a home market example, being first registered on the 3rd of August that year. Finished in two-tone Green paintwork with complementary Cream interior upholstery, the YA is known to have resided in the Manchester area through the 1960s and 1970s. Purchased by the long-term (thirty-one year) previous owner and restorer in 1983, the MG was provided with a comprehensive, body-off, chassis-up restoration during the 1990s. Used for many years before being purchased by the vendor in 2014, the MG has continued its regular use throughout their ownership, attending many classic car shows and 1940s events including the Victory Show, with the vendor informing us that ‘MTU 626’ has been ‘very reliable’ during their custodianship.

Achieving success in the Bakewell Show, winning 2nd place, the MG has also won the Best in Show award at the Carsington Classic Car Show and Tissington Vintage Rally. Subject to much further improvement in the vendor’s ownership, the YA has received new points and condenser; tuning; reconditioned dynamo; new voltage regulator; hi-vis LED brake light; new pump seals in the jacking system; a stainless steel exhaust; and replacement water hoses. ‘MTU 626’ is offered with a history file that comprises the buff logbook, collection of MOTs dating back to 1970, extensive previous invoices relating to the restoration and before, a large selection of tax discs, maintenance manual, jigsaw featuring a Y-Type, and a current V5C document.

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1954 Triumph TR2 Estimate: £14,000 - £18,000* Reg No: MFH 883 Chassis No: TS3456

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MOT: May 2024

Triumph’s TR Series began with the unveiling of a prototype at the 1952 London Motorshow. It was built around the chassis of the pre-war Flying Nine, the suspension from the Mayflower, and the engine out of the Vanguard. Its two-seater body was mounted on a substantial ladder-type chassis. The suspension was independent by coil springs at the front and a live axle and leaf springs at the rear. The newcomer’s 1991cc four-cylinder Vanguard engine sported twin SUs and was tuned to produce 90bhp.

Motor magazine’s road test of a TR2 in 1954 achieved 11.9 seconds for the 0-60mph sprint and an ultimate speed of over 107mph.

Still wearing the original registration of ‘MFH 883’, the vendor purchased this TR in June 2007, from a well-known TR2 collector in the south of England, a Mr Bill Newman, from Orpington, Kent. Mr Newman had only owned it for some 10 months, having purchased it from its restorer, a Mr Roger Alderton of Launton in Oxfordshire. The latter had spent some nine years, between 1990 and 1999, getting ‘MFH’ back to as near to its original condition as possible. Thus, as many of the existing panels as possible were used in the rebuild, including the full length ‘long doors’, only fitted by Triumph on the first 4000 production cars, with a total of 8,628 manufactured.

Mr Alderton’s aim had been to ensure that it was refurbished exactly to its factory specification, as shown on the Heritage Certificate, prior to its despatch to Triumph dealer, Westgate Motor Co. Ltd, in the centre of Gloucester. This meant that no extras were added, such as overdrive, heater, wire wheels, etc, all of which could be specified separately if requested.

The sophisticated cable operated, bonnet release mechanism was also sourced, renovated and fitted, and the Pearl White paint was researched and mixed exactly to ICI Belco’s 1950s formula, as used at the Triumph factory. The only perceived deviation from originality are the amber rear flashing indicators which the vendor has fitted on easily detachable brackets, as a concession to modern day traffic conditions. The car has also benefitted from a ‘new interior’. Offered with photographs and a dated log of the restoration between 1989 to 1999, the car also has the all-weather equipment, a large collection of old MOTs and invoices back to the 1990s.

Additionally, the original green logbook and current V5C are present.

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1954 Jaguar XK120 Fixed Head Coupe Supplied new to Britain’s most successful lady racing driver Patsy Burt

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Estimate: £100,000 - £120,000* Reg No: OLF 460

MOT: Exempt

Chassis No: 669108

“Look, a woman driving. Oh, what a waste of a beautiful motor car” – It was comments such as this one, made by a spectator at Goodwood, that convinced the indefatigable Patsy Burt to switch from campaigning road cars and sports racers to single-seaters in 1958.

1 of just 195 XK120 Fixed Head Coupes built to right-hand drive specification, chassis 669108 was supplied new via Henlys of London to Britain’s most successful lady racing driver Miss P.M. Burt. Road registered as `OLF 460’ on January 1st 1954, the Jaguar was among Patsy’s first competition cars. She was in good company too with other notable XK120 FHC owners including Ian Stewart of Ecurie Ecosse, Alpine Cup victor J. Mainsbridge, test pilot Neville Duke, Jack Sears and Jimmy Stewart plus Le Mans winners Peter Whitehead and Ninian Sanderson. Driven by her in a variety of sprints and hillclimbs, it continued to chase silverware in the hands of second owner Robert Rees Esq. Though, an accompanying RAC Engineer’s Examination Report dated 26th October 1961, by which time the XK120 had covered an indicated 81,639 miles and was up for sale with Performance Cars Ltd of Brentford, suggests that such spirited early use had done it no harm.

Belonging to Donald Alan Clarke Esq. of Hampstead, London NW3 by May 1963 and still being MOT tested in the same locale five years later, `OLF 460’ subsequently fell into disrepair. Having toyed with the idea of a Nigel Dawes’ car (and indeed turned down a freshly completed example at £42,500), the late Richard Colton spent nigh on £80,000 acquiring chassis 669108 and having it transformed into his own version of an uprated XK120 Fixed Head Coupe. Overseen by Michael Stewart of Stewart’s Classic Motors (who had achieved numerous concours wins with his own XK120 OTS), the project took a year to complete (1996-1997).

Responsible for refurbishing the chassis and body, John Brown of Leaping Cats relocated the engine / gearbox mounts so that rack and pinion steering and a tubed XK140-type radiator with `closed circuit’ cooling could be fitted. The suspension was enhanced via Leda telescopic rear shock absorbers, competition springs, one-inch diameter torsion bars and a stiffer anti-roll bar, while the brakes and rear axle were upgraded with fourwheel discs and a limited slip differential respectively. Aside from a Monza-style fuel filler and reprofiled arches (the latter necessitated by the presence of larger 15 x 6J wire wheels), Richard Colton wanted onlookers to be unaware of `all the goodies under the skin!’

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Built by Rob Beere, the 3.8 litre XK DOHC engine boasted: a straight-port cylinder head, lightened flywheel, electronic ignition, high capacity oil pump, alternator, Kenlowe fan, oil cooler, D-Type camshafts, triple SU carburettors, forged Accralite pistons, wide blade balanced / shot-peened rods, top hat cylinder liners and fabricated exhaust manifolds (the latter leading to a stainless steel system that was routed through the relevant chassis cross member to improve ground clearance). Developing 264bhp @ 5,500rpm and 268lbft of torque @ 4,000rpm, the straight-six was allied to a five-speed manual Getrag gearbox.

To the interior, the area behind the driver’s seat was re-shaped and the oddment box removed to liberate sufficient legroom for a 6ft 2in occupant. Interior / map reading lights were added to the headlining and the wood veneer dashboard altered to accommodate separate oil and water temperature gauges. The speedometer recalibrated and the rev counter given an electric feed.

Writing in the Jaguar Drivers’ Club Newsletter (July 2006 issue), Richard Colton recalled that the rejuvenated Fixed Head Coupe’s `first trip was a Rally Atlantique in France, a mixed marque event when it won the Most Desirable Car award. It has been to North America (JEC Anniversary Tour), JEC Millenium Tour of South Africa, Jabbeke Speed Trials (fastest XK, standing kilometre 27.68 seconds), Angouleme Circuit des Remparts, Wales, Scotland (Reivers and Highland Tour, 1,983 miles door-to-door), Entente Cordiale to Alsace, Loire Valley, Le Mans Historic, XK Club Alsace to Alps, and will be doing XK Club St Petersburg.

It has also done many weekend and smaller trips in the UK’.

Ever keen to improve his cars’ competitiveness, Richard Colton commissioned Keith Fell of HRG Classic Jaguar to install a Vicarage power steering kit and polybush the front suspension during autumn 2006. More sparingly used over the next few years, ‘OLF 460’ is thought to have covered less than 29,000 miles since its transformation. Purchased by the vendor from the late Richard Colton’s estate for £114,400 on October 14th 2015, the Jaguar was thoroughly serviced and recommissioned. Found to be even quicker than anticipated, the seller entrusted the two-seater to Ramsport Engineering Ltd of Denbighshire with instructions that the rear axle be more securely located (and thus less prone to move under load).

Disarmingly easy to drive thanks to its power assisted steering and five-speed gearbox, the XK120 remains a very fast wolf in very pretty sheep’s clothing! An accomplished hillclimber and trials rider as well as a long-term member of the Bentley Driver’s Club and Vintage Sports Car Club, the vendor is only reluctantly parting with the ex-Patsy Burt machine in an attempt to downsize his collection. In our opinion it would be impossible to source a genuine right-hand drive XK120 Fixed Head Coupe (let alone one with provenance) and have it restored / upgraded to this standard for anywhere like the guide price. Indeed, one of the Nigel Dawes’ cars referenced above sold for over £208,000 a few years ago despite being less powerful or as well-honed as ‘OLF 460’. Beauty, history and speed – an alluring combination. Offered for sale with V5C Registration Document and history file.

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1977 Reliant Scimitar GTE One family ownership since 1978

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Estimate: £9,000 - £11,000* Reg No: PPY 418R MOT: Oct 2024 Chassis No: 6K4818101860 Launched in 1968, Reliant’s Scimitar GTE was the original ‘lifestyle estate’. Stablemate to the Scimitar GT Coupe and designed by Ogle’s Tom Karen, the GTE was also the first car to offer split fold rear seats.

Following established company practice, it utilised a stiff, separate chassis to underpin its lightweight, rust free glassfibre bodywork.

This ‘Lincoln Green’ Scimitar GTE with a manual gearbox and overdrive was bought by the vendor’s father when it was just a year old in 1978.

A professional engineer too, the seller became its custodian during 2001. The car was then restored by specialists Queensberry Road Garage (Kettering) at a cost of over £16,000. The 3 litre V6 engine was reconditioned and upgraded with lead-free cylinder heads, the gearbox and running gear overhauled and the interior re-trimmed, including the front seats, headlining and carpets, all to original specification.

The chassis has been rust-proofed with Finnigan’s Waxoyl, updated periodically, and a twin stainless steel exhaust system fitted along with a stainless steel petrol tank. The original Wolfrace wheels have been professionally refurbished and powder coated to the original colour and new tyres fitted. A full braking system overhaul including new discs and pads, new calipers, new wheel cylinders, and new master cylinder was completed in 2018 with only 2000 miles having been driven since.

The car comes with an Alpine radio/CD player, but the original 8-track is included and a tow bar and electrics have been fitted but not used since the rejuvenation. The vendor reports the car has only covered 12,400 since its extensive renovation and is running well on a new Weber Twin Choke carburettor and K&N air filter. It will come supplied with a comprehensive history file, service history, invoices and receipts, original Owner’s Handbook, the original ‘Autobooks’ Reliant Scimitar Workshop Manual and a current V5C, registered as a ‘Historic Vehicle’ so no road tax or MOT required. Although not required by law the vendor is going to get a new MOT before the auction and will be driving the car to the venue.

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1936 Alvis Silver Crest 20hp Four Light Saloon

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Estimate: £24,000 - £28,000* Reg No: NXS 793 Chassis No: 19149

MOT: Exempt

One of only 20 or fewer Alvis Silver Crests known to have survived, this is the larger-engined 6-cylinder version, part of private and museum collections for many years. The early example you see here is possibly the best specification for the model, the more powerful 6-cylinder engine sitting within the smaller four-light body. Marked from new as an export model, car number 19149 was destined for South Africa, where it spent much of its early life before being acquired by a US-based collector. The Alvis resided in the aforementioned private museum in the US for over 30 years before being repatriated into Europe. After some time with a Dutch collector, in 2010, ownership passed to the current vendor.

The Alvis has been subject to previous minor restoration works in the past, we believe whilst in the US-based collection. At this time the paintwork was refinished in the current Black and Grey two-tone scheme, which suits the car well. The paintwork is, we understand, in very good condition with minor signs of age, and we are pleased to note that the correct rear wheel spats are fitted to the car. The chrome work is generally in good order, as are the Lucas head and side lamps. We note the car even features hydraulic jacks, of course we’d hope you’ll never need to use them.

The leather interior is in excellent condition, free from noticeable signs of wear, and matched by equally bright looking doors cards, roof lining and carpets. Similarly, the veneered dash presents in fine order, with only minor lifting of lacquer here and there. The more powerful sixcylinder engine is said to start and idle nicely and moves the Crest along in a smooth and civilised manner, with a well-mannered gearbox and a comfortable ride. All in all, a lovely, ‘proper’ old car with much charm.

The Alvis is offered with a UK V5C document in addition to other history records sourced from the Alvis Owners Club.

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1952 Humber Pullman MkIII Shooting Brake

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No Reserve* Reg No: FJT 535 MOT: Exempt Chassis No: A9000722HXO Despatched as a chassis on 5th September 1951 to Humber distributors, Messrs Holmes & Smith of Westcliff-on-Sea, to Tilleys of Kings Road, Dorchester, long-established motor dealers and coachbuilders, with a brief to design and construct the three-door Shooting Brake body with an opening tailgate. A major project for Tilleys, it was built for a demanding owner and first registered on 12th September, 1952, one year and one week after despatch from the factory. A distinctive feature is a massive luggage carrying area to the rear, suitable for exclusive shooting parties.

We understand that it had a relatively gentle life and it thankfully retains originality in spades. It is liveried in the Beige colour scheme so favoured

by Humber and chosen by Dinky Toys as the colour for their Humber Woodie model of the 1950s. Known to have belonged to R. Neilson of Coventry in the 1970s, Captain J. R. Hubbard of Banbury from 1979 to 1986 and B. G. Midgley of Southwell thereafter, the Shooting Brake is understood to have covered a mere 1,500 miles between 1976 and 2002. Briefly part of a major American collection, the Humber was acquired by a Middle Eastern collector during 2008. Repatriated some fourteen years later, the six-seater was in need of recommissioning and re-registration, both tasks undertaken by the vendor. Treated to a large amount of remedial work to its gearchange linkage, engine and brakes, the Humber created a huge amount of interest when displayed at the Goodwood Revival.

The vendor confirms that the car is now driveable and runs very smoothly with the gearbox and clutch being very usable. Indeed, he has enjoyed numerous trips in the Shooting Brake. The paintwork does display some patination and the woodwork is overall in good shape but would benefit from sanding and re-varnishing. Around the rear of the vehicle, some of the wood is in need of repair or replacement.

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1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Estimate: £20,000 - £25,000*

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Reg No: C228 KWL MOT: October 2024 Chassis No: WDB1070412A041701 Presenting in the classic colours of a Signal Red exterior and Beige leather interior, the SL has previously been restored to what the vendor describes as a ‘lovely condition’ and at a cost in excess of £10,000. Displaying c.91,500 recorded miles, ‘C228 KWL’ has travelled less than 5000 miles in the last 15 years and is described as ‘always garaged’. It has benefitted from numerous new parts and restoration. In recent years, since 2019, the SL has also been the subject of c.£5000 of work to extensively refurbish the car mechanically, mostly by the SL Shop, with receipts available.

Mechanical aspects of the car have been refreshed and include a new steering box and anti-roll bar links replaced, new injectors, the wheels powder coated, a new wind deflector, new bonnet insulation, anti-roll bars replaced, a steering box fitted, a new idle control valve and Waxoyl treatment. The vendor describes the car as ‘running beautifully’.

Offered with both the hardtop and soft-top, a new soft-top was purchased in May, 2020, and the hardtop is described by the vendor as presenting in ‘as new’ condition. There is a hard top stand and custom cover for the hardtop, which might go some way to suggest why the hard-top is in its current condition. Inside, all the interior leather has been refreshed. A custom-fitted car cover and alarm and immobiliser are fitted to protect the SL. Along with a current MOT pass certificate with ‘no advisories’, up to October 2024. ‘C228 KWL’ is offered with the book pack with its handbooks and service book; there is a full history folder with the car.

There is also a complete R107 Restoration and Maintenance Book (39 pages) showing the maintenance and restoration work completed on the car, with invoices, from February 1986 until July, 2023.

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1972 Triumph Stag Estimate: £15,000 - £18,000* Reg No: KVO 380K Chassis No: LD10810

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MOT: Exempt

Introduced in June 1970, the Triumph Stag was conceived as a luxury convertible sportscar to rival the likes of the R107-series Mercedes-Benz SL. Based around a two-door monocoque bodyshell (stylist Giovanni Michelotti had physically shortened a pre-production Triumph 2000 saloon in order to fashion the initial prototype), the newcomer featured all-round independent suspension. Despite being in production for seven years, during which time 25,877 cars were made, a mere 9,500 or so are thought to have survived.

Manufactured in 1972, this home market example was first registered on the 16th February that year. Finished from the factory in Triumph ‘New’ White (19) with complementary Black interior upholstery, the Stag is a desirable manual overdrive gearbox example, is fitted with a Black mohair hood, and is accompanied by a body-coloured hard-top.

Passing through four former keepers before being acquired by the ex-Triumph Senior Production Engineer vendor in 2004, ‘KVO 380K’ has a recorded mileage of c.103,000 miles on the odometer at the time of consignment. Extensively improved in current ownership, the most significant work comprised a full engine and gearbox reconditioning by engine specialist Dave Brooks in 2011, to the cost of over £9,000, as well as reconditioned overdrive.

Since the engine and gearbox attention, the Stag has further been lavished with a full repaint in 2012, new rear springs (2013), new half-shaft gaiters (2015), new fuel pump (2017), clutch master and slave cylinders (2018), full brake renewal and differential replacement (2019), power steering hoses and a new distributor cap, leads and rotor arm (2022).

Described by the vendor as in ‘excellent running order’, this Stag has had extensive mechanical attention while in the current ownership, and since the engine and gearbox work with Dave Brooks, has covered a mere c.5,000 miles. Offered with a history file that comprises a large collection of invoices from the current ownership, numerous photographs of the Stag and work completed, and a current V5C document.

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1951 Daimler DB18 Special Sports

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Estimate: £21,000 - £25,000* Reg No: 522 CUO Chassis No: 59147

MOT: Exempt

Development of the pre-war Daimler Fifteen culminated with the DB18 model announced for 1939. Independent suspension appeared for the first time on a Daimler and the DB18 featured an enlarged, 2522cc version of the overhead-valve six first introduced in 1933. Daimler’s customary fluid flywheel, pre-selector gearbox and worm drive rear axle comprised the transmission. A new drophead coupé appeared at the first postwar London Motor Show in 1948: the DB18 Special Sports. Stylish in a most un-Daimler-like manner, the Special Sports featured coachwork by Barker, the latter, like Daimler and fellow coachbuilders Hooper, being one of the BSA Group’s many companies. The radiator grille was now curved, the alloy-panelled coachwork more streamlined, and the Special Sports benefited from hydro-mechanical braking and a power output raised to 85bhp courtesy of twin carburettors. In short: a model combining all the usual Daimler refinements with increased performance. When DB18 production ceased, only 500 or-so of these elegant and refined Special Sports Roadsters had been completed and around 250 are thought to exist today.

It is understood that chassis 59147 was first delivered to Jersey in 1951 under registration number ‘J 4400’ and was then returned to the mainland in 1959 when it received the registration number that it still bears to this day. The car was exported at some time to France where much of the history file was unfortunately lost and the vendor purchased the car in 2012. The car was in rather a bad state at this period so the vendor, who has restored and maintained many machines of the same era, set about correcting many of the issues. In his period of ownership, he has collected many of the original tools for the car and original-type parts were refitted. A new fully lined mohair hood and hood bag has been fitted at great expense. The vendor has advised the car is ‘in good shape and running well’ with the interior displaying gorgeous patina and the paint having aged to suit the car well.

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1982 Bedford HA 110 Van Estimate: £13,000 - £15,000*

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Reg No: KTS 92X MOT: June 2024 Chassis No: 92170CV704991 Launched in 1963 by Vauxhall subsidiary Bedford Vehicles, the HA van was based on the Vauxhall Viva HA saloon car and proved so popular that it remained in production for 20 years. Initially fitted with a 1,057cc four-cylinder engine, this grew to 1,159cc in 1967 and finally to 1,256cc with two payload options available, 6cwt (HAE) or heavy duty 8cwt (HAV), the latter with bigger tyres and a beefed up rear axle and suspension.

With 48bhp on tap and driving through a four-speed all-synchro gearbox, it had a top speed of 60mph and 39mpg economy. Immensely popular with utility companies, no Seventies street scene was complete without a British Gas, Telecom or Post Office HA van scurrying about its daily business. Through to the 1980s when the rebranding of the government operated Post Office Telecommunications in 1981 led to the bold Bright Yellow British Telecom service vehicles being seen on the roads of the UK, having previously been a sombre Dark Green. Outliving the Viva HA saloon by almost five years, it soldiered on virtually unaltered until it was finally replaced by the new Astravan/Astramax in 1983.

First registered in 1982 with a 1256cc later engine, it is stated to have a 6cwt 670lb capacity and is fitted with the 4-speed all-synchromesh gearbox. ‘KTS 92X’ has been completely restored and painted in the original British Telecom Yellow colour and has had an engine and gearbox overhaul, and White wheels and chrome hub caps. It is offered with photographs of the restoration and the current V5C Registration Document.

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1955 Austin-Healey 100 No Reserve*

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Reg No: Unregistered MOT: Exempt Chassis No: BN2- L/228891 Dominating the 1952 Earl’s Court Motor Show, the ‘Healey Hundred’ drew crowds like a magnet. Penned by Gerry Coker, its low-slung stance, swooping lines and fold flat ‘racing’ windscreen screamed sports car.

Conscious that there was a gap in the export market between Jaguar’s XK range and the MG T-series, BMC supremo, Leonard Lord immediately propositioned Donald Healey as to a joint venture. A facsimile of the show car, the resultant Austin-Healey 100 sat atop a rigid box-section chassis equipped with independent coil-sprung front suspension, a ‘live’ rear axle and all-round drum brakes. Powered by the Austin A90 Atlantic 2660cc engine developing some 90bhp and 144lbft of torque, it offered strong acceleration and a 110mph top speed. As part of his tireless publicity campaign to promote the newcomer, Donald Healey entered a team of four pre-production cars for the 1953 Le Mans 24-hour race. Running with standard windscreens, interiors and even bumpers, two of this mildly tweaked quartet survived to finish 12th and 14th overall (an amazing result for such a comparatively inexpensive model in near stock condition).

Built on 12th October 1955 and ordered for export to the left-hand drive USA market, the original colour was Spruce Green with Green trim with a heater and a laminated windscreen. Coming from a deceased estate, the car was purchased from Texas at the same time as another AustinHealey, and then brought over to the UK in 1992. The car, as it stands today, consists of a body with some corrosion and no interior, along with a 2660cc engine block with various engine internals and ancillaries removed, the camshaft, transmission bell-housing and gearbox with overdrive, back axle, wheel hubs and various body trim items. An interesting and rewarding project offered with heritage certificate and import paperwork.

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1987 Fiat X1/9 VS Just 32,347 miles from new

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Estimate: £7,000 - £9,000* Reg No: E200 FLH MOT: November 2024 Chassis No: ZBB128AS007161876 Inspired by the Autobianchi Runabout concept car, the X1/9 was introduced in 1972 as a replacement for Fiat’s 850 Spider. Penned by Gandini, the monocoque bodies were initially produced by Bertone and then transported to Fiat’s Lingotto factory for final assembly. However, in 1982, shortly after the mid-mounted four-cylinder powerplant had been increased in capacity from 1290cc to 1498cc, Bertone assumed responsibility for all aspects of the model’s manufacture and these later cars were appropriately badged ‘Bertone X1/9’. Production continued until 1989, by which time a total of 160,000 examples had been built - 140,500 by Fiat and 19,500 by Bertone. The model featured a handy Targa top and the Bertone versions included revised footwells for enhanced legroom.

First registered on the 24th August 1987, finished in Black with Orange two tone paintwork and a complementing Black leather interior, this X1/9 displays a credible recorded mileage of just 32,347 miles, at the time of consignment, on its zippy 1.5 litre engine with manual transmission. With just 5 former keepers from new, this is one of the later examples that were badged as Bertone X1/9s.

Following a period of storage, for many years, in May 2019 ‘E200 FLH’ received recommissioning work and repairs to the tune of near £3,000 (invoice on file), which included an alternator, brake fettling, a CV boot, an oil cap, plugs, a water pump gasket, a fan belt, HT leads, fuse box and a new battery. Also benefitting from four new Avon tyres at that time, today the X1/9 presents in excellent condition, being described as ‘very well cared for’ by its owner in recent years, a collector of classics. Now for sale with 12 months MOT and with exceptionally low mileage, this is an ideal opportunity to acquire a nice example of the baby mid-engined icon.

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1976 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow Warranted 78,000 miles from new

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Estimate: £9,000 - £11,000* Reg No: OKM 499P MOT: Exempt Chassis No: SRH23935 Launched in 1965, the Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow was a bold departure for the Crewe company. Their first monocoque design, it also benefited from olio-pneumatic rear suspension, power disc brakes and GM’s silken 400 series automatic gearbox (though, the latter was not adopted until 1968).

Such ‘new technology’ did not encroach on the luxurious interior with its sumptuous leather hides, rich wood veneers and deep lambswool carpets.

Performance from the smooth 6230cc V8 engine (upgraded to 6750cc in 1970) was assured, the car wafting forward on a seemingly unstoppable wave of torque. Still immensely cosseting to drive, Shadows offer a genuinely different ownership experience to their mass made peers.

Initially road registered as ‘HSE 100’ on March 1st 1976, chassis SRH23935 saw comparatively little use over the next twenty-one years such that it was sold by renowned marque specialist Sargeants of Goudhurst with a warranted mileage of 16,202 during May 1997. The purchaser, P.J. Orriss Esq of Crawley Down, parted with his Rolls-Royce Corniche Fixed Head Coupe and £4,600 in order to obtain the Silver Shadow which he had maintained by West Hoathly Garage and Sargeants of Goudhurst. The latter subsequently supplied ‘OKM 499P’ to its next custodian, Steven Lovegrove Esq of Richmond, who initially used them for servicing before calling upon the services of Nigel Sandell (another Rolls-Royce specialist) to look after the luxury saloon. Invoices on file show that Mr Lovegrove covered some 52,000 miles aboard the Silver Shadow (increasing its odometer reading from 18,000 to 70,000) spending thousands of pounds in terms of brake, suspension and steering work not to mention attention to the sills and a conversion to R134A gas for the air-conditioning etc. Originally finished in Pewter but now resplendent in Sable over Mink, ‘OKM 499P’ appears to pleasingly retain its factory-fitted Magnolia leather upholstery. The door cappings have self-evidently been refurbished, while the wood veneers to the fascia are no longer perfect. Now showing a warranted 78,000 miles to its odometer, the Silver Shadow started readily and ran well during our recent photograph session. Offered for sale with V5C Registration Document and history file.

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1964 Mercedes-Benz 230SL Former Classic & Sportscar magazine cover car

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Estimate: £60,000 - £70,000* Reg No: DHJ 505B

MOT: Exempt

Chassis No: 11304220003151

Successor to both the exotic race bred 300SL ‘Gullwing’ Coupe and its humbler 190SL sibling, the W113 series SL proved more comfortable than the former and faster than the latter (a point emphasised by Eugen Bohringer’s 1963 Liege-Sofia-Liege rally victory).

First of the line, the 230SL was introduced at the March 1963 Geneva Salon. Penned by Paul Bracq, its wonderfully crisp styling clothed a monocoque chassis equipped with all-round independent coil-sprung suspension and disc brakes. Powered by a 2308cc SOHC straight-six engine mated to a four-speed manual transmission, the model was credited with 150bhp and 159lbft of torque. Reputedly capable of 124mph, it was praised by the contemporary motoring press for its performance, roadholding, and refinement.

Available in Californian Coupe, Convertible or Coupe Convertible guises, the last of these came with both a soft-top and the famous ‘Pagoda’ hardtop roof, so called because of its gently scalloped centre section.

First registered in Southend (or so its ‘DHJ 505B’ number plate would imply), this gorgeous 230SL was extensively restored by Pagoda and 190SL specialist Silchester Garage prior to being re-registered with the DVLA in March 2007. Featured on the front cover of ‘Classic & Sportscar’ magazine just over two years later, the Mercedes-Benz was acquired by its last registered keeper shortly thereafter. Configured as a ‘Coupe Convertible’ and thus benefiting from both soft- and hardtop roofs, ‘DHJ 505B’ is finished in the stunning combination of Horizon Blue with Dark Blue upholstery. It also boasts a Becker Mexico Retro stereo unit with inbuilt Bluetooth connectivity and Satnav etc that reputedly cost some £3,000. Entrusted to Roger Edwards Motors for regular servicing and attention to its power steering, distributor (2011), tie-rod bushes (2016), steering coupling bushes (2017), gearshift bushes (2019), anti-roll bar (2020) and battery (2021), the two-seater’s most recent visit to the renowned Pagoda specialist was during January 2023. Starting readily and running well during our recent photography session, this ‘pretty as a picture’ 230SL has the added advantage of automatic transmission. Offered for sale with V5C Registration Document, copy of Classic & Sportscar magazine, car cover, jack and sundry paperwork.

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1994 Bentley Brooklands Just 25,000 miles from new

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Estimate: £24,000 - £28,000* Reg No: L842 YCV MOT: November 2024 Chassis No: RCH 54835 The Bentley Brooklands was introduced in 1992 as a replacement for the Bentley Mulsanne and Bentley Eight models. It was intended as a slightly cheaper alternative to the Bentley Turbo R featuring the same styling, underpinnings of the Rolls-Royce 6.75 litre, V8 engine but without the more powerful model’s turbocharger. The Brooklands continued Bentley’s design theme which was also used on contemporary RollsRoyce vehicles throughout the 1980’s and early 1990’s. The exterior design featured the classic Bentley grill as well as dual headlights with wrap-around parking lights. As with many Bentley and Rolls-Royce vehicles, the Brooklands also featured the trademark descending boot lid and chrome B-pillars. The interior remained relatively unchanged from previous Bentley models but with a more curvaceous design element surrounding the leather-wrapped centre console.

This 1994 right-hand drive example of the Brooklands is resplendent in Dark Metallic Green coachwork with tasteful Cream leather interior highlighted with contrasting piping on its electric-memory seats. The car has only one previous owner and has covered less than 25,000 miles, supplied new by Bentley main agent Majestic Garage of Bournemouth and serviced every year by Broughtons Bentley of Cheltenham, as detailed in the original service record. ‘L842 YCV’ has been carefully maintained and cared for and comes complete with the service book, owner’s manual, tool kits and an original Bentley battery trickle charger. We are delighted to present this magnificent luxury saloon with incredibly low mileage and an excellent service history, the likes of which rarely comes to market.

The car comes back to market once more, sadly, following the passing of the owner, and having seen little use, having been purchased from our July 2022 Buxton sale for £31,500 from the original owner from new. A great opportunity to own it if you missed it the first time round.

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1998 Mercedes-Benz SL 320 Only 58,000 miles from new

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Estimate: £10,000 - £12,000* Reg No: S49 JLY MOT: April 2024.

Chassis No: WDB1290632F170610 The fourth generation of Mercedes-Benz’s much-vaunted SL model (the R129 Series) was launched at the Geneva Motor Show of 1989. It was a beautifully-engineered motorcar that bristled with technical refinement and innovative safety features. The specification included independent suspension all round (double wishbone at the front/five link system at the rear), adaptive damping, ventilated disc brakes with ABS, electronic stability control, integral roll-over bar and front air bags. When introduced in 1993, the SL320 variant featured a DOHC in-line six-cylinder engine of 220bhp and was continued through to 2002, following a facelift and change of engine in 1998.

Manufactured in 1998, the SL 320 offered was supplied new via Mercedes main agents B&K Thomas Ltd, being first registered on the 30th of November that year as ’15 LW’, having cost £56,361.25. Finished in Brilliant Silver Metallic paintwork with a complementary Grey leather interior upholstery and a Black soft-top, the SL is accompanied by a body-coloured hardtop. Specified from the factory with heated front seats, cup holder, uprated speakers front and rear seats. Offered now with a recorded mileage of just 58,200 miles, the Mercedes-Benz has had just three former keepers from new. Accompanied by the book pack, a no advisory MOT until April 2024, and a current V5C Registration Document.

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1969 Rover P5B 3.5 Saloon Highly original with low mileage and ownership

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Estimate: £13,000 - £15,000* Reg No: RON 569G MOT: March 2024 Chassis No: 84004268C Chassis ‘84004268C’ was manufactured in 1969 and supplied new by R. H. Collier & Co. Ltd of Birmingham, being registered new on the 4th of July that year, with the Pre-Delivery Check having been completed by them the day before. Finished in Bordeaux Red paintwork from new, the P5B Saloon pleasingly still retains its original rare Ebony leather interior upholstery and Beige carpeting. Well maintained while in the first ownership, the accompanying history file displays regular servicing through their custodianship, which lasted twenty-three years. Purchased by the second owner in 1992, it was driven on the day of acquisition from Birmingham to Coventry, when white smoke began to appear during the journey and the new owner decided the head gaskets had failed. The P5B remained stored in a dry garage for twenty-four years. The vendor, a well-known Rover aficionado, purchased ‘RON 569G’ with some 52,000 miles from new at the time. Quickly discovering that a leaking brake servo was the actual cause of the smoke, the P5B was lavished with a full recommissioning; the Rover was only requiring improvement to the paintwork.

Notably original and unmolested, the P5B was used regularly by the vendor, even after retirement from the trade, and is now offered having covered some 60,500 miles. Only offered now due to lack of storage, this highly original P5B Saloon still retains its original dealer registration plates, boot and in-car tool kits, and interior. Offered with a large history file that contains the original book pack with the well-stamped service book; numerous servicing and maintenance records from the first owner’s custodianship, right back to the 1st service document; numerous MOTs from 1975-1991 and since the vendor’s ownership; a no-advisory MOT certificate until March 2024; tax discs back to the 1980s; logbooks displaying the ownership history; and a current V5C document showing three former keepers (the vendor equating to two registered keepers – one business and one private). Examples of the P5B with such originality come up rarely, so with very good provenance, low mileage, and just three owners from new, this is a fantastic opportunity.

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1959 Riley 2.6 Saloon Estimate: £16,000 - £20,000*

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Reg No: 698 EHT MOT: September 2024 Chassis No: UAUT12306 First registered on the 1st April, 1959. Previous keeper Royston Nowell of Bristol, this example is believed to be just one of some twelve 2.6 cars left on the road.

From a 2022 letter to the vendor from Bernard Peal of the Riley Motor Club – “Very little is known about the early life of ‘698 EHT’ other than its first owner was Mr Ernest Hunt, who resided in Portishead, Bristol.

Apparently had it been left in a lock up garage in Bristol from about 1974.

The Riley is a very late example (chassis UAUT1/ 2304 - making it the 194th car from the end of production) and was first registered in April 1959, although we believe it left the Cowley factory on 28th January 1959.

I was so pleased to learn it is going to a good home, knowing that it will be maintained perfectly and with your renowned attention to detail, it will ultimately resemble a car that came straight out of the Riley dealership in 1959!”

In recent years, purchased from the aforementioned Bob Hodgkins of Rileys Revived, at the time the car was described as having had a ‘full engine overhaul’. In addition, the gearbox benefitted from some refreshing.

Externally there was also a ‘full body restoration’ by Bob Hodgkins, whilst internally receiving a new headlining, door cards, carpets, recovered seats in 2 tone leather, re-veneered dashboard, new boot carpet and liner. In a move to make the use of the car more reliable in modern use, in July, 2023 the 2.6 gained an electric washer pump and an electric cooling fan. Early 2023 saw the 2.6 receive other detailing and fettling, which included bumper overrider beading, contact points, starter and dynamo brushes, a carb service kit, radiator hoses and custom Riley sill plates.

The 2.6 is being offered with a file of documentation and correspondence, an operation manual, an original sales brochure, photos of the restoration and a copy of the book ‘Wolsley Six-Ninety: A Super Profile’. Furthermore, the 2.6 is accompanied by a current MOT certificate, dated until 20th September, 2024.

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1979 Triumph TR7 Estimate: £7,000 - £9,000*

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Reg No: JLN 481V MOT: Exempt Chassis No: TCG110517F The Harris Mann-penned TR7 was a major departure from the original TR line. Its overtly wedge-shaped monocoque body was initially only available in Coupe guise, the Convertible variant not being launched until 1980. Power came from a front-mounted 1998cc four-cylinder engine that was effectively an 8-valve version of the proven Dolomite Sprint unit. Its output was 105bhp, which was enough to accelerate the newcomer to 60mph in 9.6 seconds and on to a terminal speed of some 112mph. The powerplant initially drove through a four-speed manual gearbox, though by 1976 this had been replaced with a five-speed one. The suspension was by MacPherson struts and coil springs at the front and a live axle and coil springs at the rear, while braking was by discs/drums and steering by rack and pinion.

First registered on the 1st November 1979, offered here is a stunning TR7 Coupe in Yellow, in a rarely seen condition, it’s a five-speed manual example. Described by the vendor as well-looked-after, the car is registered with the DVLA with a Historic classification and is therefore tax and MOT exempt. A more desirable rare non-sunroof example, we are informed a history is present with the car and a current V5c document.

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1929 Hupmobile Model A Saloon

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No Reserve* Reg No: VAS 712 Chassis No: A128778

MOT: Exempt

The Hupp Motor Car Corporation went through a period of rapid changes during the 1920s, with its automobiles growing in size and luxury, and the engines growing in capacity and power, leading to steady gains in production. The Model A was introduced in 1926, replacing the prior fourcylinder model, and rested on a 114-inch wheelbase and was equipped with a six-cylinder engine, producing 57 horsepower. Available as a fiveand seven-passenger tourer, roadster, brougham, coupe, saloon, and five-passenger cabriolet.

Manufactured in 1929, the Model A offered was supplied new to the United States of America. A resident of a significant private collection with an oil tycoon in Texas later in life, the vendor purchased the Hupmobile directly from the collection and imported it to the United Kingdom in 2003, remaining in the vendor’s ownership since. An older restoration that is still presenting well, the Hupmobile has been uprated with a 2.0-litre Ford Pinto engine and four-speed gearbox, as well as an RS propshaft, with the Hupmobile’s usability significantly increased by the change of running gear. Finished in Maroon over Black paintwork with a Marron interior upholstery, the Hupmobile has been used as a wedding car during current ownership, with the vendor informing that ‘VAS 712’ has been very reliable during this time. Offered with a collection of previous MOT certificates, an Instruction Book, and a current V5C document.

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1970 Jaguar E-Type 4.2 Roadster Estimate: £60,000 - £70,000* Reg No: TNA 157J

MOT: Exempt

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Chassis No: P2R14485

Triumphantly unveiled at the 1961 Geneva Motor Show, the Jaguar E-Type created a furore thanks to its supercar performance, stunning looks and modest price tag. Early racing success at the hands of Graham Hill and Roy Salvadori amongst others helped cement the newcomer’s reputation. Built as a monocoque with an engine cradling front sub-frame, the E-type’s combination of all-around independent suspension and disc brakes allied to rack-and-pinion steering resulted in excellent roadholding and handling capabilities. The indomitable straight-six XK twin-cam engine supplied abundant power.

If the design had an Achilles’ heel then it was the recalcitrant Moss gearbox. However, Jaguar was quick to correct this shortcoming with a four-speeder of its own design just part of a continual programme of E-Type development that saw the model metamorphose through three Series. Introduced in August 1968, the Series II cars were distinguishable by their revised bumper and light arrangements. Less noticeable was the increased size of the front air intake that in conjunction with dual cooling fans made the Series II better behaved in hot weather and heavy traffic. With its 4235cc engine developing a quoted 265bhp and 283lbft of torque, it was reputedly capable of nearly 150mph and 0-60mph in 7.5 seconds. Available in open two-seater, Fixed-Head two-seater and Fixed-Head 2+2-seater guises, the American market accounted for the vast majority of Series II production. 8,627 open two-seaters made were made.

An older, c.20 year-old restoration by Patrick J. Lacey (with some photographs on file), having previously resided overseas in a left-hand drive market, ‘TNA 157J’ has had just 1 former UK keeper since being repatriated to the UK in 1990. In the following years the E-Type was converted to right-hand drive and has seen much expenditure. In current family ownership since 2011, presenting in Signal Red, this iconic-looking 1970 Roadster has a complementing Tan leather interior and a Black soft-top. The accompanying Patrick J. Lacey valuation certificate comments: “Has had full restoration of all aspects of mechanical, interior and trim, engine, transmission and new bodyshell. Restored to the highest standards – mileage registered 76,742.”

In the period c.2011/2012 SNG Barratt supplied plug leads, a water pump and the mohair soft-top it currently wears. Work carried out to the car has benefitted the aesthetics plus mechanicals and has been maintained in current ownership by the likes of marque specialist Moorland Classic Cars. Work carried out by them c.2014/2015, has included; in 2014, a stainless steel exhaust £1902.00, two new chrome wire wheels £613.80, and a power steering conversion kit and an alternator at a cost of £2734.43.

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Other work by Moorland Classic Cars included Lumenition electronic ignition parts and work on the cooling fans and related switch at 84,733 miles. They also carried out an investigation into a fault in the cooling fan. Their work notes also state “replace fuse box behind the dash, fit loom and relay, test, replace inlet camshaft cover with gasket supplied, strip and balance carburettors and road test.

Atkinson Automotives in Stoke-on-Trent supplied a new battery, swapped tyres and tubes, supplied door handles, OS and NS lower ball joints and five tyres, with a 2022 invoice for £1,715. Also in 2022, invoices document Traditional Old Motor Spares Ltd., Sutton Coldfield, supplied some new window winder handles and an upper ball-joint kit in September 2022. ‘TNA’ is being offered with a box of sundry parts, reproduction service voucher booklet, old MOT certificates and invoices plus a current V5C Registration Document.

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1938 Vauxhall GY 25 Wingham Cabriolet Estimate: £40,000 - £45,000* Reg No: XS 4714

MOT: Exempt

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Chassis No: GY5703

The Vauxhall GY 25 is a historic Vauxhall model that was produced between 1937 and 1940. Approximately 6,800 were built during that time period, with the 1939/40 models being used as ambulances and staff cars in the RAF during WWII and is powered by a 25hp 3215cc straight-six engine which is derived from a Chevrolet unit (which was shared with Vauxhall after it was acquired by GM in 1929). The Wingham Cabriolets were all finished with hand-made bodies by Martin-Walter of Folkestone.

One of just five known survivors globally, this 1938 Vauxhall GY 25 Wingham Cabriolet was one of an extremely limited number of cars built on the Vauxhall Big Six chassis.

This particular long-wheelbase Wingham Cabriolet only became available in 1938 and features an extended luggage boot, which according to original promotional material was “large enough to take suitcases, golf clubs etc.”

Built by Vauxhall Motors in July 1938, as certified by Vauxhall Heritage, ‘XS 4714’, a Paisley number, is a very special car indeed – recently returned to the road after what was essentially a 50-year restoration, the last owner began restoring the car in 1973, when he sadly passed away and the restoration stalled. The car has had a fastidiously detailed restoration, which has just been finished off by a well-known and highly respected classic car dealer. All the repair and rectification work had being carried out in stages over the years ‘as and when’ the previous owner’s budget allowed, and to an exacting and diligent standard. The car has superb paint throughout, with no visible dents or damage and excellent brightwork, right down to the accurate Red and Blue Vauxhall badge and the original fluted bonnet, while the chassis is excellent and the refurbished wheels are also in great order.

The seats and door trims have been recovered in Light Tan leather by Moore’s Classic Car Interiors of Aylsham, Norfolk. The centrepiece of the interior is its beautiful art deco fourdial dash. The quality of the trim is otherwise exceptional – new carpets, neatly retrimmed door cards and a beautiful highly polished wooden dash. At the rear, the luggage area is spacious and well-equipped, with a new spare wheel cover. From the bespoke wooden cappings to the quirky full-opening chauffeur and bride doors, it’s a machine that truly celebrates the artisan nature of coach-built cars.

Mechanically, the Wingham Cabriolet comes with a 3. 2-litre straight-six engine, the largest of the Big Six engines, and with a manual transmission, mechanically akin to the famous 30/ 98 Tourer. It has been extensively overhauled throughout with the engine, brakes, steering and suspension all seeing work. The weather equipment is also present.

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In total c.£230,000 has been spent completely restoring, replacing or refurbishing every area of the car possible.

This car is a real curiosity – only five Wingham Cabriolets are known to still exist worldwide and being fresh from the most meticulous and detailed restoration imaginable. Now finished, and the recipient of a superb restoration, it’s presented in pretty much faultless condition and is in a show-worthy standard. Accompanying the car are numerous rare spares and GY 25 is offered with a V5C Registration Document.

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1954 Austin Healey 100/4 BN1 Estimate: £33,000 - £37,000*

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Reg No: 180 UYG MOT: Exempt Chassis No: BN1- L/156438 Donald Healey’s eponymous company built a prototype two-seater sports car for display at the 1952 London Motor Show. It was based on Austin A90 Atlantic mechanicals and sported a notably sleek body designed by Gerry Coker and built by Tickford. It was dubbed the ‘Healey Hundred’ (a moniker chosen to reflect the car’s ability to reach the magic 100mph), and, subject to a suitably encouraging response, Healey planned to build production versions in-house at his factory in Warwick. As things transpired, not only did the Ice Blue prototype more than impress the public, but also got the attention of Austin’s Managing Director, Leonard Lord, that he struck a deal to build the car in volume at Longbridge. The newcomer was renamed the Austin-Healey 100/4.

This particular example of the 100/4 is understood to have been first delivered to Nebraska, USA, in left-hand drive form back in 1954. Much of the early history is unaccounted for but the car does have Titles from Nebraska dated to 2014. There has also been some correspondence with one of the previous owners in the USA which is in the history file and he believed the car may have been used for circuit racing around that time.

There is much evidence to suggest that Austin-Healey 100s were used for this purpose, but this is unconfirmed. The car was imported to the UK and road registered in 2014. The vendor has spent over £17,500 on works to the car in that time with marque specialist Orchard Restorations in East Sussex. This included converting the car from left to right-hand drive, new rear springs, rear shock absorbers and rear wheel cylinders, engine maintenance work and welding in of chassis repair sections.

The vendor has advised that the engine ‘runs very well’ and that the Big Healey has been used for many trips including to Goodwood, with the transmission appearing smooth, including the overdrive. The paintwork is patinated and the interior again has aged seats, however, it very much adds to the charm of this great sports car. There is also an original-type mat in the boot.

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1952 Bentley MkVI Saloon Estimate: £23,000 - £26,000* Reg No: MXF 692 Chassis No: B411NY

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MOT: Exempt

Introduced in 1946, Bentley’s MkVI was the first vehicle ever offered by the company with factory-designed coachwork, and the first to be assembled in Rolls-Royce’s Crewe factory rather than the old Derby premises. Aimed at the emerging ‘owner-driver’ luxury car market, the newcomer was closely based on the 1939 MkV (of which only fifteen were produced). Built around a massive cruciform-braced chassis with independent front suspension and a leaf-sprung ‘live’ rear axle, it was fitted with a freshly developed 4257cc OISE (overhead inlet side exhaust valve) straight-six engine mated to a four-speed manual gearbox.

Capable of over 100mph, when clad in the factory’s understated ‘standard steel saloon’ coachwork, the MkVI quickly developed a reputation for being a refined yet responsive drive.

Offered from a private collection, this remarkable Bentley MkVI 1952, is one of the later, more desirable ‘big-bore small boot’ Mk VIs equipped with the more powerful 4,566cc engine, as fitted to the last 1,200 cars built. ‘MXF 692’ was delivered new to Jack Olding & Co Ltd of London W1 and sold new to Mr P Elden-Lee of Sheffield and had previously spent time in Melrose on a private estate. Although seldom used, the car is said to perform beautifully with a smooth, quiet engine holding excellent oil pressure, and a smooth-changing allsynchromesh gearbox and is understood to have covered only c.65,800 miles.

Bare-metal re-sprayed in 1994, ‘MXF 692’ appears very original and has a lovely interior. The body and paintwork, the very attractive and elegant colour scheme of Black and Cherry Red, present exceptionally well, as does the chrome work. The body is straight with very good panels, while the engine bay and boot are very presentable. The Red leather upholstery has been kept in superb order and the woodwork and headlining are very smart. The carpets have been replaced in recent years and are like new. The original tool kit and torch are still intact, and the car also comes with an original handbook and a workshop manual.

‘MXF 692’ has previously been maintained by Bentley and Rolls-Royce specialists Mulsanne Motors and is also fitted with Electronic ignition.

Accompanying documentation includes a copy of the chassis cards; mileage record since 1990; and a quantity of MOT certificates. A wonderful opportunity to own an honest Bentley MkVI ideal for long-distance touring.

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2001 Bentley Arnage Red Label Estimate: £10,000 - £12,000*

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Reg No: KB51 FAU MOT: February 2024 Chassis No: SCBLC31E51CH05995 Introduced at the 1999 Frankfurt Motor Show, the Bentley Arnage Red Label boasted 835Nm of torque - more than any other production car!

Powered by a revised version of the marque’s long-serving 6.75-litre V8 (albeit in turbocharged guise), allied to a four-speed automatic transmission, the newcomer was reputedly capable of 0-60mph in 5.9 seconds and 155mph. Further benefiting from a stiffer bodyshell, revised suspension, and bigger brakes, the luxury sports saloon retained a tangible link to the Crewe-built Bentleys of the 1950s/60s, the last of 2,282 Red Labels was completed in 2005.

Manufactured new in 2001, the Red Label offered was supplied new by Jack Barclay Ltd of London, being first registered as ‘111 PC’ on the 20th of September that year. Finished in attractive Bentley Black Emerald Green paintwork with Oatmeal and Green leather interior upholstery and Green carpets, the Arnage is one of the rare examples specified with a sunroof from the factory. Covering a modest mileage of some 74,000 miles from new at the time of consignment, the Bentley has had just three former keepers and has been in current registered ownership since 2020.

With Red Label badging and the ‘matrix’ radiator grille, the Bentley has the six-spoke 18” alloy wheels and a good interior specification including air-conditioning.

The accompanying history file documents eleven services across the service book and further servicing invoices with many of those being completed by main agents and specialists including Jack Barclay, The Bentley Service Centre, GVE Bentley, and Starmans. The most recent service was completed at 70,649 miles, and previous to that, at 68,564 miles, the Arnage received front brake discs and pads and rear brake pads. Offered with an MOT certificate until February 2024 with no advisories and a current V5C Registration Document.

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2008 Mercedes-Benz CL600 Estimate: £16,000 - £18,000*

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Reg No: LF08 UMT MOT: June 2024 Chassis No: WDD2163762A003991 The CL Class is the Coupé derivative of the S Class full-size luxury saloon, upon which it shares the same platform, it was formerly known as the SEC (Sonderklasse Einspritzmotor Coupé) and latterly the S Coupé.

After six years of development, the third generation was officially unveiled at the end of June, 2006, and was presented at the 2006 Paris Salon.

Like its predecessors, the C216 has no B pillar interrupting the sleek curve of the side windows. C216 is offered in four models, each with its own engine and transmission, the 5.5L V8-powered CL 500; the highperformance 6.2L V8-powered CL 63 AMG; the ultra-luxury twin-turbo 5.5L V12-powered CL 600; and lastly the CL 65 AMG with a twin-turbo 6.0L V12 engine. The C216 makes use of the Distronic Plus cruise control, which debuted on the 2007 S-Class. This system is able to bring the car to a complete stop, and accelerate again to the pre-set speed, to keep a pre-set distance away from the car ahead of it. This Mercedes-Benz CL has also debuted with the new Active NightVision programme.

This flagship CL600 is presented in Metallic Silver with a contrasting leather trim. Offered with a comprehensive service history, this example was originally registered and serviced in Ireland and brought into the UK in 2017. It was serviced in January, 2022, at Mercedes-Benz Chelsea at 45,127 miles where the odometer was programmed to run in miles rather than kilometres that it displayed previously. The vendor (who is a vehicle trader) purchased the car in 2022 and has completed £2,800 worth of work which included a new fan, thermostat, water pump and a fresh MOT. There are a total of seven service stamps and the car comes with its original Mercedes leather wallet with documents. These Coupés are renowned for their opulence and ability to eat up mileage and with the V12 engine and such low mileage, this example is certainly impressive.

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1991 Mercedes-Benz 500SL-32 Estimate: £10,000 - £12,000*

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Reg No: J42 UNB MOT: July 2024 Chassis No: WDB1290662F037349 The fourth generation of Mercedes-Benz’s much-vaunted SL model (the R129 Series) was launched at the Geneva Motor Show of 1989. It was a beautifully engineered motorcar that bristled with technical refinement and innovative safety features. The specification included independent suspension all round (double wishbone at the front/five-link system at the rear), adaptive damping, ventilated disc brakes with ABS, electronic stability control, integral roll-over bar, and front airbags. The SL 500 featured a 5.0 V8 producing 326bhp, with 0-62mph in 6.2 seconds and a top speed of 155mph. The model featured many innovations, including electronically-controlled damping, an automatically expanding rollover bar, and a multi-link rear axle. In addition, there was a fully electric package of an electric roof, windows, door mirrors, and seats, making the ownership experience luxurious, stress-free, comfortable, and with easy to operate equipment.

Manufactured in 1991, the SL 500 offered was supplied new to the United Kingdom and first registered on the 1st of August that year.

Finished from the factory in Arctic White paintwork with Royal Blue leather interior upholstery, and a Dark Blue soft-top, the SL was specified with the optional extras of heated front seats, eight-hole alloy wheels, fire extinguisher, headlamp cleaning equipment, heated rear window, air-conditioning, and the paintwork preservation package. In seventeen years of ownership with a Doctor, and wearing registration number ‘999 DR’ during his ownership, the SL 500 was subsequently purchased by Mercedes-Benz of Solihull in 2014 and is understood to have been placed on display in their showroom for several years. Now showing some 83,000 miles on the odometer, ‘J42 UNB’ has had just three former keepers from new. Accompanied by a body-coloured hardtop, the SL 500 was MOT tested in July and thus has a no advisory MOT certificate until July 2024, as well as a current V5C Registration Document.

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1950 Allard P1 No Reserve* Reg No: Un-Registered (Formerly ‘DMS 169’) Chassis No: 1182

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Driving a 1951 Allard P1, Allard Managing Director Sydney Allard, codriver Guy Warburton and navigator Tom Lush won the January 1952 Monte Carlo Rally, a spectacular success in what was described in contemporary accounts as “impossible winter conditions.” This famous win was just the highpoint of many Allard P1 competition successes in post-war international rallies, including the Lisbon Rally, Alpine Trial, Rally Soleil Cannes and Monte Carlo Rally. In production from 1949 through 1952, the five-passenger P1 was advertised as “The family saloon with sports car manners.” The lightweight body is hand-formed aluminium over a framework carved from ash wood, supplied by Abbotts of Farnham.

With 559 examples built, the P1 was the best-selling Allard model, yet only a mere 44 are known to survive.

Manufactured in 1950, the same year as the Monte Carlo Rally winning example, the Allard offered has the 3622cc 85hp Ford V8 engine and three-speed manual transmission. Supplied new via George & Jobing (J. Martin), it was sold new to the first owner, Doctor A. E. Blair Esq. of Stirling, Scotland being delivered on the 12th of July 1950, and was supplied new in ‘Show Gray’ paintwork with Blue interior upholstery. Formerly a resident of a significant private collection, the vendor purchased the Allard from the collection with a view to restoring the P1. However, other projects took precedence and the restoration never materialised. Always dry stored in current and previous ownerships, the Allard is offered for sale requiring full restoration but believed to be mostly complete, with the complete engine accompanying, but is removed from the car and dismantled. A very worthy restoration project with the P1s low survivor numbers and motor racing history, the Allard is offered with a VE60 ‘buff’ logbook.

With thanks to the Allard Owner’s Club for the assistance with the information.

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2006 Bentley Azure Well-specified Azure with 38,380 miles from new

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Estimate: £75,000 - £85,000* Reg No: FJ56 PKD

MOT: April 2024

Chassis No: SCBDC43HX6CH11686

The Bentley Azure was launched in 1995 and based on the platform of the Continental R coupé which had been launched in 1991. Volkswagen purchased Bentley from Vickers in 1998, three years into production of the MkI model. Volkswagen executives decided to keep the then current Azure in production until 2003. Production of the new Azure began for the 2006 model year. Now based on the Arnage platform, power came from the then current variant of the Bentley turbocharged V8 making 450hp and 645lbft of torque.

The new Arnage was designed for the BMW 4.4-litre engine. However, due to strained relationships between the two manufacturers, Volkswagen was forced to significantly re-work the original 6.75-litre Rolls-Royce/Bentley V8 engine in 2001, including a switch from the old single-turbo system to a modern twin-turbocharger set-up, reducing turbolag and increasing horsepower output. A new, model-specific six-speed automatic transmission fed power to the rear wheels. Bentley claimed a 0 to 60 time of 5.6 seconds and a top speed of 168mph, slightly faster than the previous edition and still very good for a vehicle of this size and weight.

This stunning Bentley Azure was first registered on the 18th October 2006 with the registration ‘FJ56 PKD’. We are of the understanding that the car has covered a mere 38,380 miles from new, which is supported by the MOT and service history on file with the car. The original service stamp book appears to have been lost as the car spent a very brief spell in the United States from what we can see (which must have been less than 15 months as the mileage stated on the receipts for hood motor repairs at Bentley Las Vegas and Beverley Hills is in-between two UK MOTs for January 2014 and May 2015. There is an original owner’s handbook and service documentation since that period, also on file.

We can see that there are Bentley main dealer services in the UK at 26,771 miles, 30,426 miles and 34,164 miles, with a further more recent service with an unstated mileage at GT Services of Cheshire.

Upon inspection, this very pleasant looking Azure presented very well indeed in the striking Silver Lake Blue Metallic paint colour - one that we feel suits the car very well and would look equally at home parked along the Kings Road or perhaps dashing along the French Riviera. The car appears to be in extremely good order cosmetically which is in keeping with the low mileage and the vendor’s meticulous attention to detail (which according to him includes never driving the car at the slightest hint of damp!)

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The cream leather interior compliments the paintwork very well and again is in good overall condition, with the only the odd blemish on the driver’s seat which could benefit from some attention - although this is minimal given that it is a 17 year old car. The vendor states that the car is ‘fantastic’ to drive and that everything appears to work as intended with ‘effortless running’ from the 6.75 Litre Twin Turbo power unit and ‘near unnoticeable’ gear changes from the automatic transmission.

A truly versatile and thoroughly good-looking Bentley, the second generation Azure is a true standard-bearer of the best qualities of modern-day luxury motoring from one of Britain’s all-time great motoring brands.

PLEASE NOTE: The Registration Number “S11 PRE” is not included with the sale.

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1976 Audi 100 S Coupe Just 52,000kms and four owners from new

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Estimate: £18,000 - £22,000* Reg No: OBU 375P MOT: November 2024 Chassis No: 8151028070 A South African built example, 8151028070 was manufactured in 1975 (registered 1976), and thus is a final model year example. Finished in the appealing shade of Racing Green Metallic paintwork complemented by the original Green velour-trimmed interior, the high original factory specification includes very rare air conditioning, as well as factory green tinted glass all round, with a top-tinted windscreen, a heated rear screen and 14-inch painted-steel wheels with chrome hubcaps, with the naturally aspirated 1871cc straight-four carburettor fed engine is allied to the rare three-speed automatic transmission.

Offered with three previous owners from new; the second owner was a private motor museum in South Africa, which kept the vehicle for 37 years. Showing just c.52,000 kilometres (the equivalent of a mere 32,000 miles), the mileage is believed genuine with a letter from the motor museum second owners (1980-2017) confirming the very low mileage covered during their ownership.

The Audi has received a full mechanical overhaul and recommissioning over the last three years and has been imported and UK-registered ‘OBU 375P’ during 2023. Understood to boast all of its original bodywork and interior, the 100 Coupe is rated by the vendor as ‘excellent’ throughout.

Benefitting from a brake booster service and replacement master cylinder in 2019, full brake overhaul in 2020, servicing with new spark plugs, coolant, brake fluid, and new rear wheel bearings in 2022, and a top-end engine overhaul in 2023 with the head being reconditioned with new valve stem seals, the bores honed, new piston rings, and all new gaskets, a new radiator, electric cooling fan. The air conditioning was serviced in 2023 which included a new compressor seal kit, a new compressor pulley, bearing and oil, and the system re-gassed.

With documented annual service history from 1975 (PDI) – 1978, there have been three further services since leaving the private museum. This Audi 100 Coupe S is a very original, recently sorted example of this rare classic fastback sports coupe, and with just four owners from new and very low mileage, it would make a fine addition to any assembly of classics, and perfect for weekend drives and visits to classic car shows alike.

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1973 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow Just 42,000 miles from new

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Estimate: £16,000 - £20,000* Reg No: RLG 1L MOT: May 2024 Chassis No: SRH15700 Launched in 1965, the Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow was a bold departure for the Crewe company. Their first monocoque design, it also benefited from olio-pneumatic rear suspension, power disc brakes and GM’s silken 400 series automatic gearbox (though, the latter was not adopted until 1968). Such ‘new technology’ did not encroach on the luxurious interior with its sumptuous leather hides, rich wood veneers and deep lambswool carpets. Performance from the smooth 6,230cc V8 engine (upgraded to 6750cc in 1970) was assured, the car wafting forward on a seemingly unstoppable wave of torque. Still immensely cosseting to drive, Shadows offer a genuinely different ownership experience to their mass-produced peers.

Chassis ‘SRH15700’ was manufactured between January and May 1973, and was supplied new to the home market being registered new on the 1st of June that year and distributed through Lex Mead Manchester to the first owner, a local businessman based in Macclesfield. Finished in Regal Red paintwork with complementary Red leather interior upholstery, the Shadow is offered with low mileage of less than 42,000 miles from new.

Formerly part of one of the country’s most significant private collections and thereafter sold with the collection to Jaguar Land Rover, the Shadow has previously been on display in the British Motor Museum at Gaydon.

Subject to extensive restoration work in 2002-2004, the engine and gearbox were overhauled at the cost of £9,500, a full bodywork restoration provided, and a complete interior retrim. There are invoices present on file totalling over £30,000 expenditure, and the Shadow benefitted some £1,800 servicing in June of 2023 at Colbrook Rolls-Royce & Bentley, with two new gas spheres, brake fluid, and an air conditioning re-gas. ‘RLG 1L’ has a music system discreetly fitted in the glove box with an amp fitted in the boot, and is offered with the tools and jack as well as a history file containing the Heritage Certificate, the RREC factory build sheets, aforementioned invoices, and a current V5C.

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2011 MG TF135 No Reserve*

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Reg No: FE61 HBO MOT: March 2024 Chassis No: SDPRDHBKC9D000826 With a strong following as a modern classic, the MG Fs and TFs featured a mid-mounted 1.6-litre or 1.8-litre engine and arguably handle better than the highly regarded Mazda MX5. The second-generation MG TF changed from the earlier car’s complex Hydragas suspension, in favour of coil springs. Various cosmetic changes occurred with the MkII’s launch including a revised grille, redesigned front headlights, bumpers, side airintake grilles, rear boot, etc. Production was suspended in April 2005, when MG Rover collapsed, but not before 39,249 MkII MG TFs were built from 2002-2005. The remains of the MG Rover business were sold to Nanjing Automobile and the MG TF resumed production under the Nanjing owned MG Motor in 2007. The model, by then heavily outdated, was not a sales success and production ceased for a second and final time in 2011.

Great value for money and an ideal entry into the world of classic cars, this example was first registered on the 20th September 2011. Presenting as a very unmolested example, it is finished in Pearlescent Copper Leaf Red with a Black leather interior. It is being offered complete with the owner’s handbook and toolkit. There are 4 previous keepers recorded with the DVLA and it has covered some 109,000 miles, with a current MOT into March 2024. Reported to be in good running order, ‘HBO’ will be driven 50 miles to sale venue.

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2003 Mercedes-Benz SL 500 Estimate: £7,000 - £9,000*

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Reg No: E2 LRJ MOT: November 2024 Chassis No: WDB2304752F037036 Introduced at the September 2001 Frankfurt Motor Show, the R230series of Mercedes-Benz’s long-running SL range remained in production for ten years. Arguably the most accomplished two-seater Grand Tourer of its generation, the newcomer offered a blend of performance, ride, handling and refinement that few, if any, rivals could match. Offered here is a lovely early example of the technically brilliant, fifth-generation SL, aptly finished in Brilliant Silver. In the attractive cabin, two-tone grey leather and trim sits alongside wood-effect inserts, adding to the opulence you’d expect. Powered by Mercedes’ well-proven M113 5.0-litre V8 the driver has 302bhp and 460Nm available to them, rolling on smart 17” 5-spoke alloys, refurbished in 2020. The ‘Vario Roof’ on these SLs performs its balletic manoeuvres in approximately 14 seconds.

Previously, ‘E2 LRJ’ has been the subject of a mechanical refresh by a Mercedes-Benz main dealer at a cost of around £23,000. The work included suspension components, all electrics, including the roof mechanism, a tidy-up paint-wise and refreshed alloy wheels along with everything else that ‘needed doing’ at the time. An attractive example of an SL500, there is even the cherished number, ‘E2 LRJ’, included as part of the sale.

A file of paperwork consists of MOT records and an extensive collection of invoices from main dealers, Mercedes-Benz of Newbury, which included servicing of the all important electrohydraulic suspension system amongst other extensive work to bring the car up to the standard expected of such a car. ‘E2 LRJ’s’ complete bookpack includes the service booklet with 10 entries. Having covered 113,100 miles from new the Benz is offered with a fresh MOT certificate.

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1926 Morris Cowley ‘Flatnose’ 2-Seater Tourer with Dickey

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Award-winning car No Reserve* Reg No: FB 5196 Chassis No: MC14120

MOT: Exempt

Morris Motors began in 1912 when bicycle manufacturer, William Morris, moved on from the sale, hire and repair of cars to car manufacturing. He planned a new light car assembled from bought-in components; in this way he was able to retain ownership by keeping within the bounds of his own capital resources. A factory was opened in 1913 at the former Oxford Military College in Cowley, Oxford, where Morris’s first car, the two-seat Morris Oxford ‘Bullnose’ was assembled. Morris Cowley was a name given to various cars produced by the Morris Motor Company from 1915 to 1958. In 1926, the Bullnose radiator was replaced by a flat version known as the ‘Flatnose’ and built by Morris until 1931.

This lovely ‘flat nose’ radiator example is finished in Black with Black leather seating including the dickey seat complemented by a Black hood.

The vendor has owned the car for four years and it was reportedly the subject of a ‘nut and bolt’ restoration around 20 years ago. It has won numerous awards that come with the vehicle and there are many old MOT test certificates from 1988 until they were no longer required. The seller has had the car in dry storage whilst in his ownership, starting it regularly. A fun classic that will always turn heads and bring a smile to faces wherever it goes.

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1983 Buick Riviera 2 Door Coupe

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Estimate: £8,000 - £10,000* Reg No: JEY 796Y MOT: Exempt Chassis No: 1G4AZ57Y0DE441389 The 1979 model year was the debut of the first front-wheel drive Riviera, which was also the first front-drive production model in Buick history. Built on a 114 in (2,900 mm) wheelbase, it once again shared its mechanical design and platform with the Cadillac Eldorado and Oldsmobile Toronado.

The Olds’ 403 and Buick 350 were dropped, but the Olds’ 350 remained, as did a new turbocharged Buick V6 engine of 231ci (3.8 L) displacement with 185hp which was installed in the Riviera S-Type, shared with the Regal Sport Coupe Turbo for model year 1980. The Riviera became Motor Trend’s Car of the Year and sales more than doubled, to 52,181 for 1979 and 48,621 for the similar 1980 models. 1981 saw the demise of the 350 engine in favour of the Oldsmobile-built 307ci (5.0 L) with 140hp (phased in during the 1980 model year). The standard engine was now Buick’s 125hp (93 kW) 252ci (4.1 L) V6. The Convertible version was driven by Ryan Gosling’s character in the movie La La Land (2016).

Imported into the UK in April 2023, this was a Florida car from new, and with the 5.0 litre V8, the first owner retaining the vehicle for the first 35 years of its life with 3 Florida owners since, it displays just c.34,936 miles on the odometer. In good condition throughout, with a typically ostentatious velour with wood-effect interior in excellent condition, the Riviera is reported to drive as a low mileage car should and even the air conditioning is described as ‘ice cold’. There is a paperwork file that includes a ‘clear’ Carfax Report (US version of a HPi check) that was issued in April of 2023, various paperwork and the original owner’s manual.

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1994 Bentley Continental R Estimate: £35,000 - £40,000* Reg No: L500 ATS MOT: September 2024 SCBZB03C0RCH52242

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The Continental R, code-named ‘Nepal’ by the engineering department, was designed and built entirely at Crewe. It filled the space left by the Camargue, sharing with that model an eye-watering list price. When launched in 1991, the initial press release had the price as £160,000, only for that to be tweaked upwards to £175,000 soon afterwards, when the new VAT rate was announced in that year’s budget. The sleek shape benefitted from work in the wind tunnel; the windscreen was raked to lower the vehicle’s drag coefficient, enhancing fuel consumption, lowering wind noise and raising the model’s top speed.

It is said that when the model was unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show, the assembled audience broke out into spontaneous applause, with the Geneva Show car being sold to the Sultan of Brunei on the spot! Riding on 16-inch wheels with low profile Avon tyres, the new Continental R was powered by the company’s revered 6750cc V8 engine, now using a new four-speed GM automatic transmission The 325bhp turbocharged power unit would offer a near 150mph top speed and somehow heave Bentley’s 2.4-tonne bulk to 60mph in just over six seconds.

1 of just 1,292 examples produced and displaying a highly credible c.41,100 miles and with current ownership since 2014, ‘L500 ATS’ has seen just 5 former keepers, with ownership prior to the vendor’s for 8 years, from 2009-2014. Early into its current ownership c.£3,000 was spent which included a new air conditioning unit being fitted in 2014 and also shod with new Avon tyres in 2015. ‘L500 ATS’ has benefitted from regular oil changes and mechanical fettling in the vendors care. The subject of recent expenditure by marque specialists Bowling-Ryan Ltd, 2023 saw attention paid to the brakes and spheres and a replacement coil pack. Offered with the cherished registration ‘L500 ATS’ the Bentley has also just been fitted with a new battery and comes to the sale with its original owner’s wallet, handbook and service book in the bookpack, a collection of invoices and old MOT certificate. Two keys are present along with the current V5C.

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1972 Morgan 4/4 1600 Two-Seater

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Estimate: £22,000 - £26,000* Reg No: TUP 825K Chassis No: B2736

MOT: Exempt

Introduced in March 1968, the ‘1600’ was notable as the first Morgan 4/4 model to offer 100mph plus performance. Based around a box-section chassis equipped with independent ‘sliding pillar’ front suspension, a leafsprung ‘live’ rear axle and disc / drum brakes, its traditionally constructed thin-gauge metal over ash bodywork contributed towards a commendably low kerb weight (circa 700kg). True to the marque practice of using proprietary running gear, the newcomer was powered by a Ford-sourced 1599cc fourcylinder `crossflow’ engine allied to four-speed all-synchromesh manual transmission. Initially available in basic or ‘Competition Model’ guises, the latter’s Ford 1600GT (86bhp) unit was standardised during 1971. With its evocative styling, characterful interior and involving driving experience, the 4/4 1600 proved a beguiling proposition.

Supplied new by I & J MacDonald of Maiden Law on May 1st 1972, the condition of this delightful Morgan is a testament to the care that R. Cawthorne Esq lavished on it during his forty-one year tenure (1977 – 2018).

Subtly enhanced over time, the 4/4 1600 gained an alternator, four-intoone exhaust manifold, sports camshaft, Kenlowe fan, Mintex brake discs / pads and twin Dellorto 40 DHLA carburettors (the latter necessitating the addition of a ‘Super Sports’ style bonnet air intake). As well as the mechanical enhancements, Mr Cawthorne treated ‘TUP 825K’ to a thorough bodywork restoration in 2006 including four new aluminium wings. His successor, G. Briggs Esq., kept up the good work. Thus, the past five years have seen two-seater benefit from a new ignition system, carburettor fettling and rolling road tune (which recorded 116.9bhp and 120.1lbft of torque) not to mention a replacement heater, oil cooler, Brantz trip meter and 0-8,000 rpm rev counter. Finished in Midnight Blue with Black upholstery, ‘TUP 825K’ is nicely detailed with a chunky leather bonnet strap, Castrol insert gearknob, Black weather equipment and painted wire wheels etc. Starting readily and running well during our recent photography session, the 4/4 1600 felt like a well sorted machine. Worthy of close inspection, this handsome Morgan is offered for sale with old V5, current V5C, original owner’s manual and history file.

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1956 Cadillac Coupe de Ville Estimate: £18,000 - £22,000*

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Reg No: Unregistered MOT: Exempt Chassis No: 5662037701 Styling and horsepower were the watchwords of ‘50s American car design and no examples epitomised the thinking more than the voluptuous Harley Earl-penned Cadillacs. For the lower, sleeker body of the Series 62 model introduced in 1953, the effect of the distinctive tailfins that had been the company’s hallmark since 1948 were heightened by: a redesigned grille with heavier integral bumper and tapered dagmar-style bumper guards, prominent headlamp eyebrows, smoothly curved one-piece rear window and a fresh design of full-size chrome wheel trim. In 1956, there was a new grille, with finer textured insert, and the repositioning of the parking lights in the bumpers, below the wing guards. Buyers were given an option of the standard satin finish grille or an optional Gold finish. The Coupe de Ville was more expensive and more luxuriously trimmed than the standard 4-door Series 62 models.

Offered here is a lovely example of the highly sought-after 1956 Coupe de Ville with 4 doors. Finished in the striking and very ‘period’ combination of Soft Pink with a Black roof, it epitomises 1950s Americana, design, style and culture. Over the years the Coupe de Ville has benefitted from upgrades such as the replacement of the original 331ci engine with a 1970 472ci engine. The specification consists of a dual exhaust system and a 4-speed automatic transmission, vented front discs etc. Recent works include a repaint, fitment of replacement suspension bushes and the period-correct 3-inch whitewall tyres. In addition, the two-tone interior has had a refresh and retrim. The vendor advises that the revered and prominent front bumper is in good order. This ’56 Coupe is reported to be running and driving and after the routine checks will be ready to cruise! The UK registration process is well underway and will hopefully be completed in time for the sale. There is a paperwork file that includes a copy of the US Title Document etc.

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1969 Jaguar 240 Offered with additional reconditioned 4.2 Litre engine and spares

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Estimate: £25,000 - £30,000* Reg No: RCY 220G MOT: Exempt Chassis No: 1J3978DN Last evolution of the MkII line, the revised 240 and 340 models were introduced for the 1968 model year. Visually distinguished by their new slimline front and rear bumpers, they also benefited from sundry hidden changes such as the adoption of the E-type’s straight port cylinder head design. Fitted with twin SU carburettors (in place of its predecessor’s single Solex), the 240 model’s 2483cc DOHC straight-six was quoted as developing some 133bhp and 146lbft of torque. Reputedly capable of over 100mph, the ‘baby’ Jaguar also boasted four-wheel disc brakes (a defining feature of the entire MkII range from 1959 onwards). Short lived, just 3,716 right-hand drive specification 240s are thought to have been made.

Finished in the handsome combination of British Racing Green with Tan leather upholstery, this nicely presented Jaguar 240 rides on a set of body-coloured wire wheels. The late owner was a real Jaguar enthusiast who had spent a lot of time searching for the right 240 before setting off to further improve his pride of joy. The subject of much past restoration work, the paintwork still has a deep lustre and the interior, which is believed to be largely original, is in very good condition with the woodwork having been refinished in the not too distant past. The underside is said to be very solid with new brake pipes and underseal. Kept garaged during the current ownership, ‘RCY 220G’ currently displays an unwarranted 60,800 miles to its odometer. The car is offered with a current V5, sundry paperwork and a collection of spares, including a fully overhauled engine with its hydraulic hoist, a reconditioned rear axle, a full set of wheels and the original rear spats.

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1979 Reliant Scimitar GTE No Reserve*

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Reg No: KCH 913V MOT: Exempt Chassis No: 9G6218405127 Launched in 1968, Reliant’s Scimitar GTE was the original ‘lifestyle estate’. Stablemate to the Scimitar GT Coupe and designed by Ogle’s Tom Karen, the GTE was also the first car to offer split-fold rear seats.

Following established company practice, it utilised a stiff, separate chassis to underpin its lightweight, rust free glassfibre bodywork. With independent coil and wishbone front suspension, a Watts linkage located ‘live’ rear axle, rack and pinion steering and disc / drum brakes, handling was a strong point. Powered by a Ford ‘Essex’ 3 litre V6 engine developing 138bhp and 175lbft of torque, the GTE was tested at over 120mph and could reputedly sprint to 60mph in 8.9 seconds. Progressively updated, the original SE5 GTE gave way to the SE6 in 1975. Boasting more cabin space and better fittings than its predecessor, the SE6’s mild restyle also encompassed new safety bumpers. Introduced the following year, the revised SE6A brought improved dual circuit braking, revised spring / damper rates and higher build quality.

Finished in White with Blue cloth upholstery, ‘KCH 913V’ has recently emerged from a period of storage. Although, it is said to be in ‘running order’, the vendor advises that the Reliant will require recommissioning prior to a return to road use. Fitted with the ubiquitous Ford 3-litre ‘Essex’ V6 engine allied to automatic transmission, the four-seater is accompanied by a collection of old MOT certificates dating back to 1995 at a recorded 24,768 miles plus assorted invoices from marque specialist Graham Walker Ltd. Riding on correct-type ‘Wolfrace’ alloy wheels, ‘KCH 913V’ comes with a V5C Registration Document and has the makings of a rewarding winter project. Offered for sale at No Reserve.

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1976 Lancia Fulvia 1.3S UK-car with just 21,000 miles from new

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Estimate: £25,000 - £30,000* Reg No: MJK 685R MOT: Exempt Chassis No: 818631077361 Manufactured in 1976, the Fulvia offered is a desirable UK-supplied, right-hand drive example having been supplied new by Cooden Motors in St. Marys Bay, Kent, being first registered on the 1st of October that year. One of the last 2,000 Fulvias manufactured (with the Beta Coupes well into production at the time of its manufacture), it was finished from the factory in the attractive and rare colour scheme of Verde Dublino (or Dublin Green) paintwork with striking Golden cloth interior upholstery, all of which it pleasingly presents with today. Understood to have sold to its second keeper, also in Kent, in 1984 (having recorded just 7,667 miles by the 1983 MOT), the Lancia had covered 9,460 miles by 1988, remaining with the second owner until the early 1990s when it was acquired into a private collection.

Remaining in the private collection until 2017 and covering less than 1,000 miles during this period, the fourth owner acquired chassis 077361 in 2017. Benefitting from mechanical and cosmetic improvement once purchased, the work completed included attention to the steering, fuel system fettling with a new fuel pump, powder-coated alloy wheels, and new carpets. The enhancements didn’t halt here however, with gearbox oil, a new cylinder head gasket, and steering box bushes during 2018; new clutch and release bearing, new steering box bushes, and carburettors overhauled in 2019; electronic ignition, new battery and engine servicing in 2020; brake overhaul and new coil during 2021, and a new water pump and fan belt in 2022.

Offered with a history file that contains the original warranty certificate, original sales literature, previous MOT certificates dating back to 1983, a large selection of invoices, technical literature, and a current V5C document, the Lancia also has two sets of keys. Pleasingly understood to be retaining its original paintwork and most of its original interior, the vendor describes the Lancia as “a joy to drive”. Serviced in April, this Fulvia is surely a best of breed example and is not one to be missed!

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2005 Bentley Continental GT Estimate: £14,000 - £16,000*

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Reg No: 2004 KP MOT: August 2024 Chassis No: SCBE63WX5C029869 Introduced at the 2003 Geneva Salon, the Continental GT was the most technologically advanced Bentley in generations. Powered by the marque’s first all-new engine since 1959, its twin-turbocharged 5998cc W12 was allied to six-speed ZF Tiptronic transmission. With a quoted 552bhp and 479lbft of torque on tap plus Torsen-based permanent fourwheel drive, the 2+2-seater GT was reputedly capable of 0-60mph in 4.8 seconds and 198mph. A deft blend of muscularity and elegance, the two-door coupe’s lines were the work of Dirk Van Braekel. Equipped with sophisticated independent suspension and ventilated ABS disc brakes all-round, the Continental GT proved an accomplished transcontinental express. Responsible for broadening Bentley’s appeal in a way that no predecessor could match, the Continental GT’s future classic status is assured.

Manufactured in 2005, this example was supplied new via Bentley main agent Broughtons of Cheltenham, being delivered on the 19th of May that year. Finished in the attractive and subtle colour combination of metallic Midnight Emerald paintwork with complementary Tan leather interior upholstery, the Bentley was fitted from the factory with options including the digital sound package, comfort package, sat-nav, massage and heated front power seats, handsfree telephone connectivity, automatic headlamp activation, luggage compartment trimming, voice control, and keyless entry. Passing through three former keepers before being acquired by the vendor in 2018, the current owner united the Bentley with cherished registration number ‘2004 KP’ (which is included in the sale).

The Continental GT has now covered a warranted mileage of 84,400 miles at the time of consignment and is offered with the owner’s handbook, satnav discs, recent MOTs and previous MOT history (which illustrates very few advisories over its life), two stamped service books showing fifteen services with many of those completed by Bentley main agents, and a current V5C document. Benefitting from a replacement battery during this year, the Continental GT is offered with two keys and the aforementioned cherished registration number.

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1964 Sunbeam Rapier Series IV Estimate: £9,000 - £11,000*

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Reg No: DBV 157B MOT: Exempt Chassis No: 3303866HH0 Late in 1963, Rootes were set to discontinue the Rapier. It was no longer the mainstay of the competitions department because Rootes had directed its competitive effort towards the Hillman Imp and the Sunbeam Tiger. The new Series IV Rapier was deemed as a touring saloon rather than a sports coupé (as previously) to give it a new lease of life.

Manufactured new in 1964, the Rapier offered was supplied new to the Blackburn region, being registered new on the 22nd of April that year.

Fitted with the 1592cc straight-four engine allied to the four-speed manual transmission, the Sunbeam presents in the attractive colour combination of Silver with Pippin Red roof and wing fins, and a complementary Red vinyl interior upholstery and carpeting. Displaying a recorded and credible mileage of 62,650 miles, the early ownership history is unknown until the 1990s, before being in the ownership of four individuals until 2011. Subsequently purchased that year by John Simpson, a well-known name in classic car circles and formerly the Chief Mechanic for Practical Classics magazine, ‘DBV 157B’ featured in the ‘Staff Car Sagas’ section of the magazine on a number of occasions including having a replacement timing chain and head gasket, bodywork repairs and paintwork, and wheel refurbishment. Retained by him for seven years, the former keeper, a friend of John’s, acquired it from him upon hearing it was going to come for sale.

Further improved by the previous owner, over £2,200 was lavished on the Sunbeam in 2021 with work completed comprising new suspension bushes, front wheel bearings, ball joints, track rod ends, brake lines and full service, the Rapier started readily and ran very well during our photography session. Offered with a large history file that contains a large selection of invoices documenting work undertaken, numerous previous MOT certificates, past tax discs, an original lubrication chart, workshop manual, parts list, owners’ handbook, a large picture of the Rapier and other sundry paperwork and manuals.

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1959 Rover P5 3-Litre MkI Estimate: £9,000 - £11,000*

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Reg No: 477 KVT MOT: October 2024 Chassis No: 625000347 Chassis ‘625000347’ was manufactured at the Lode Lane on the 23rd of October 1959. A rare MkI example, ‘477 KVT’ was finished from the factory in Rush Green over Shadow Green, the P5 features Green leather interior upholstery and is fitted with manual transmission with overdrive.

Purchased by the first owner (in the Stoke-on-Trent area), it was retained by said gentleman until his passing in 1973 when ownership passed to his widow. Thereafter MOT’d by the widow (with the 1973 test certificate included in the file), it is understood that she found the car too heavy/ challenging to drive and the P5 was put into storage. Eventually taken out of storage with a view to restoration, it was ultimately deemed too much for the members of the first family and was sold to the third owner in 2004.

Provided much restoration work in third ownership to return the Rover to the road, was returned to the road approximately three years later.

Acquired by the vendor in 2015, the vendor has used the Rover for several events and runs during his ownership and has further improved ‘477 KVT’ significantly. The works completed includes a full service (May 2023); new starting equipment (2022); brake refresh with numerous new parts (2021/2022); 4.3 differential replaced with a P5B 3.5 differential assisting cruising (2021); full respray (2019); front seats refurbished (2018); Spax adjustable shock absorbers fitted (2016); gearbox overhaul and refurbished clutch (2015), and much more.

Winner of the second prize at the 2019 Rover P5 Club National Rally in the 3 Litre Class, the P5 is now offered a four owner example (two from the same family) with just 37,000 miles recorded on the odometer and believed genuine with supporting evidence. The large history file includes said supporting evidence comprising early servicing records from the 1960s and one from the early 1970s, and MOTs from since the Rovers return to the road in 2007. Furthermore included in the documentation is the original service guide and warranty book, dealer directory, and price list; BMIHT letter, original buff logbook, early tax discs, numerous invoices from the current ownership, an MOT certificate until October 2024, and a current V5C document, as well as having its full tool kit. A rare MkI example, this low mileage and ownership car has lovely provenance.

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1964 Daimler SP250 Dart 1 of 26 ‘Darts’ supplied to the Metropolitan Police

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Estimate: £44,000 - £48,000* Reg No: ALM 741B

MOT: Exempt

Chassis No: 104367

The controversially styled Daimler Dart was introduced at the 1959 New York Motor Show and had its European debut at that October’s Earls Court Motor Show; the Dart name was soon dropped after the threat of legal action from Chrysler who had a car of that name within their Dodge division. Thereafter this new sports car was known as the Daimler SP250. Power was provided by the 2.5 litre, Edward Turner designed V8 that soon became revered for the smoothness of its power delivery with 140bhp on tap. Independent doublewishbone front suspension at the front and half elliptical springs at the rear with a live rear axle kept the car on the road with stopping power supplied by hydraulic disc brakes on all four corners. The coachwork was constructed with glass-reinforced plastic providing a tough, strong, and lightweight shape that enhanced performance with exciting and nontraditional looks. The 120mph plus capability was recognised by the police and they were soon being used as high-speed chase cars.

The story behind how these sports cars came into police service goes back to the late 1950s when Rock & Roll topped the charts and America increasingly influenced London with their culture of bike gangs - immortalised by the films “The Leather Boys” and “The Wild One”. The post-war economy had improved in Britain and many youngsters had the disposable income to buy expensive motorcycles. Soon gangs of up to 300 of these youths, known as ‘Ton-up Boys’ or ‘Rockers’, would gather to play the jukebox and race their bikes on the roads of Britain, many of which were speed limit-less out of town. The most legendary London venue was the Ace Café, a transport cafe ideally situated on the North Circular Road. The ‘Ton-up boys’ were the most infamous riders who would regularly attempt to push their bikes to over 100mph. It was estimated that there were up to three fatalities per week and with no Police car fast enough to catch them, urgent action was required to curb the craze.

In November 1961 the first batch of Police Daimler SP250s were supplied along with a further two batches in 1962 and 1964. The Police cars were all painted Black and were unmarked except for the Winkworth bell, a spotlight fitted at the front and a Pye Radio.

A terrifying sight to all young leather clad hoodlums on two wheeled machines, the Dart and their crews were very effective and were responsible for bringing down the number of deaths on the roads in London.

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According to factory records, ‘ALM 741B’ was first supplied by Stratstone of London to the Met’s Hendon Police Garage in February 1964 and later that year was registered under the registration number that it retains to this day. After only a few years of faithful service, the car was sold out of the service in March 1969 to Hounslow Motor Co. of Tudor Place, Hounslow, Middlesex. The car was later purchased by a Mr Jeffery Slater of Chichester Close, Beckton. For whatever reason, the car was registered as ‘LMD 183B’ later in its life but was re-registered on its original registration number in 2013. The original engine number was 97632 but as these cars had a hard life in service, it would be believable that it was swapped out in that period with unit no. 96367 that it retains today. It has also in the past been fitted with an original Daimler Dart Manual gearbox in place of the automatic which makes the car far more engaging to drive as a sports car. Now owned by a former Metropolitan Police officer who is well known for his collection of classic Police vehicles and has owned the car since 2020. He has advised that the car has recently been subject to over £3,000 worth of work by Grinter Restorations (Daimler Dart specialist) that included the fitment of a brake servo, brake overhaul, work to the ignition system and work to the cooling system.

On inspection, the car presents very well with the Black paintwork showing pleasingly, with minor stone chips present due to the age of the paint. The chrome is also in overall good condition around the car and the vinyl hood presents very well when raised. The engine starts instantly, thanks to an electric fuel pump and electronic ignition and settles to a pleasant idle very quickly that is both smooth and quiet. The vendor advises that the car drives very well indeed thanks to the work of Grinter. The interior appears to be in good condition with slight aging on the black seats but the grey carpets are very tidy and look relatively recently fitted. The car comes with the original steering wheel which requires restoration but it is currently fitted with a period Mountney item which makes getting in and out a lot easier. The Pye police radio and calibrated speedometer are both with the car and ready for fitment although are not currently installed so it is up to the new owner to decide what to do with these.

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1964 Jaguar E-Type 4.2 litre Fixed Head Coupe

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Just emerged from a comprehensive marque specialist restoration Estimate: £80,000 - £100,000* Reg No: BHE 834B

MOT: Exempt

Chassis No: 1E30278

Triumphantly launched at the March 1961 Geneva Salon, Jaguar’s ‘150mph’ E-Type was the sports car that (a) put the swinging into the ‘swinging sixties’, (b) no lesser a man than Enzo Ferrari dubbed ‘the most beautiful car in the world’, and (c) transported a galaxy of stars from Brigitte Bardot to George Best, Tony Curtis to Donald Campbell and Roy Orbison to Steve McQueen. Though not designed as a racer, the E-Type was nevertheless a direct descendent of the all-conquering D-Type and thus had motorsport embedded in its DNA. Equipped with all-round independent suspension, rack and pinion steering and four-wheel disc brakes, its handling and roadholding proved more than a match for most rivals. Just one month from launch Graham Hill and Roy Salvadori drove the Equipe Endeavour E-Type (‘ECD 400’) to victory at Oulton Park and some fifty-six years later the model remains a force to be reckoned with in historic racing. Updated during August 1964, the Jaguar gained a larger 4235cc XK DOHC straight-six engine and more user-friendly manual gearbox with synchromesh on each of its four forward speeds.

Thankfully, the Big Cat’s beautiful styling remained unaltered until the introduction of the so-called Series 1.5 cars during September 1967 by which time just 6,167 Series 1 4.2 Fixed Head Coupes had been made.

Notable as the final Jaguar E-Type restoration project to be embarked upon by the late Jeffrey Thomson of marque specialist King Edward Classic Cars, chassis 1E30278 was built on 30th November 1964 and despatched to Jaguar Cars, New York the following month. Repatriated some twenty-five years later, the Series 1 Fixed Head Coupe was extensively refurbished by Rushton Motor Services of Sheffield during 1990 including a conversion to right-hand drive. Subsequently put on display with The Classic Car Collection of Lanark, ‘BHE 834B’ was taken off the road in 2007 due to a water leak. Still immobile when purchased by Mr Thomson two years ago, he set about disassembling the car and stripping its bodywork to bare metal. Any corroded sections were cut out with the structure secured via a cradle to prevent distortion. Uprated with stiffened transmission tunnel and inner sill sections, the renovated sheetmetal was then carefully repainted in the period colour of Opalescent Silver Grey metallic. Numerous parts invoices on file from SNG Barratt and M&C Wilkinson attest to the thoroughness with which the steering, brakes and suspension were gone through (the latter being fitted with Gaz shock absorbers).

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Rewired throughout and treated to numerous pieces of refinished brightwork, the Jaguar was re-trimmed in Red leather using a kit supplied by BAS International at a cost of £3,556.59. Sporting a replacement ‘big bore’ exhaust and riding on new wire wheels shod with fresh tyres, the E-Type has also benefited from the fitment of a correct-type and overhauled 4.2 litre XK DOHC engine (it had come back from the States with an earlier 3.8 litre unit in situ). The late Mr Thomson was justifiably proud of his restoration skills and of the fact he had passed them onto a younger generation. Scheduled to have a couple of very minor finishing touches completed by the time of sale (radio dash aperture etc), the Series 1 Fixed Head Coupe started readily and ran well during our recent photography session. Although, as ever a degree of de-bugging may be necessary after such a comprehensive rejuvenation. Available at a fraction of the cost that some bigger name Jaguar restorers would charge, ‘BHE 834B’ is worthy of close inspection. Offered for sale with V5C Registration Document, Jaguar Heritage Certificate and history file.

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1925 Morris Oxford ‘Bullnose’ Doctor’s Coupe

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No Reserve* Reg No: CL 8136 Chassis No: 116402

MOT: Exempt

Introduced in 1913, the basic Morris ‘Bullnose’ design lasted until 1926 by which time its variants accounted for an impressive forty-five per cent of new sales in the UK. Compared to domestic and foreign rivals in the 12hp14hp market, the model offered notably good performance courtesy of its torquey, four-cylinder engines and light yet robust leaf-sprung chassis. Reputedly marketed for the 1926 model year only (September 1925 – August 1926) because it proved too costly to manufacture, the Doctor’s Coupe - a.k.a. the Three-Quarter Coupe - variant brought a touch of coachbuilt luxury to the ‘Bullnose’ range. An airy four-light design with a two-piece windscreen and nicely-engineered soft-top roof, the newcomer also featured a well-stocked dashboard, dickey seat and Barker’s patented headlamp dipping mechanism. Solely available on the larger Oxford chassis, the Doctor’s Coupe also benefited from four-wheel drum brakes and more comprehensive lighting. A disappointing seller, its £295 price tag was inexpensive for a coachbuilt Drophead Coupe but pricey for a ‘Bullnose’.

First registered in Norwich on 24th November 1925 (or so its ‘CL 8136’ number plate would imply), car number 119402 presents as an older restoration. A handwritten note on file suggest that the Morris spent its early life in Norfolk before migrating to Lincolnshire, Somerset, Dorset and Middlesex. Fitted with a replacement Cowley 1½ Litre engine at some stage, the ‘Bullnose’ was later resident in Scotland before entering the vendor’s late partner’s Cheshire ownership during 2014. Sparingly used in recent years, the Drophead Coupe has been kept garaged as part of a small private collection. Treated to well over £1,000 worth of recommissioning works in July 2018 and October 2023, ‘CL 8136’ is currently running and driving but would benefit from a further refurbishment. Pleasingly retaining a Mann Egerton & Co Ltd of Norwich plaque to its dashboard as well as a smoker’s companion set and the original Barker headlamp dipping mechanism, this rare Bullnose derivative is offered for sale with V5C Registration Document and paperwork file dating back to the mid-1960s.

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1925 Lagonda 12/24 ‘S’ Saloon The sole survivor known to The Lagonda Club

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Estimate: £13,000 - £15,000* Reg No: BF 4590 Chassis No: 7517

MOT: Exempt

Although best known as a manufacturer of sports and luxury cars, Lagonda began by making motorcycles and tri-cars before progressing to a series of highly innovative Light Car designs culminating in the 12/24 of 1924. Weighing just 12cwt (c.600kg), the newcomer was of semi-monocoque construction, whereby its chassis and lower body were assembled as a single integral unit. Powered by a 1460cc four-cylinder engine allied to three-speed manual transmission, the 12/24 also featured a revised back axle with spiral bevel final drive and improved rear wheel drum brakes. Capable of over 50mph and 40mpg, the Lagonda was praised by the contemporary motoring press for its hillclimbing ability and high-quality fittings / fixtures. Of the 2,250 12/24 cars thought to have been completed, just ten survivors are known to the Lagonda Club.

Chassis ‘7517’ was manufactured new in Saloon guise, and pleasingly still wears its original coachwork finished in Red and Black with Red artillery wheels and leatherette roof (which was renewed in 2003). The oldest known remaining Saloon Lagonda to the club, ‘7517’ is also the sole surviving Saloon example of Lagonda’s innovative 12/24 ‘Light Car’ design. The engine was overhauled by the well respected Bugatti specialist Ivan Dutton and, according to our vendor, still runs beautifully propelling this vintage Lagonda excellently. Benefitting from the optional extra front brakes to assist the rear wheel drum brakes, the interior has been retrimmed in the past and presents really well in button-back Black vinyl upholstery, with excellent dashboard and instruments. As is normal these days, it’s been fitted with discrete direction indicators in the interests of common sense.

Purchased by the vendor in 2010 ‘7517’ has been well used across his ownership including a VSCC Light Car Rally in France in 2015 and being a regular at the Country Fair at Chatsworth House, including being driven by Alan Titchmarsh at the event, and is only on sale now due to the vendor’s age. Offered with a history file, the Lagonda is simply charming and, as the last surviving 12/24 Saloon, ‘BF 4590’ can be correctly described as unique, and is eminently usable on the right days, and will provide many more years of fun with like-minded souls.

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1934 Rolls Royce 20/25 Sedanca de Ville

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Coachwork by Barker Estimate: £30,000 - £35,000* Reg No: AXM 519 Chassis No: GXB77

MOT: Exempt

Launched in 1929, the Rolls-Royce 20/25 was powered by a 3669cc OHV straight-six engine allied to four-speed manual transmission. Usefully faster than its 20hp predecessor, the model remained in production until 1936 by which time some 3,827 had been sold. Capable of supporting a wide variety of coachwork, the 20/25hp’s substantial ladder frame chassis was equipped with all-round semi-elliptic leaf-sprung suspension, fourwheel drum brakes and a mechanical servo.

Barker took particular care when crafting the Sedanca de Ville coachwork for chassis GXB77 incorporating an elongated and widened bonnet to better suit the design’s proportions. The proprietor of a fashionable court dressmaking business that counted members of the British Royal family among its clients, the Rolls-Royce’s first owner – Miss Natalie Enos – certainly had an eye for style. Accompanying RREC build records also reveal that chassis the 20/25 was intended for use ‘in the UK and on the Continent, mainly touring’. Taking delivery on March 12th 1934, Miss Enos kept the Rolls-Royce for some four-and-a-half years before it was bought

by Dr Norman Henderson of Harley Street. Relocating to Surrey by the late 1970s, the 20/25 was entrusted to marque specialist A&S Engineering for a thorough engine overhaul in 1985 which included the fitment of a new cylinder head and fresh clutch etc. Issued during June 1988, an old MOT certificate on file suggests that the Sedanca de Ville has covered a mere 13,000 miles or so over the past thirty-five years. The leather roof covering was renewed in 1991, while 2014 saw ‘AXM 519’ partially repainted by Justin’s Restorations. Finished in Maroon over Black with Brown leather up front and Bedford cord to the rear, this handsome Sedanca de Ville has benefited from further attention to its paintwork during the current ownership. Starting readily and running well during our recent photograph session, it is offered for sale with an original handbook, V5C Registration Document, copy RREC build records, numerous old MOTs and assorted bills from the likes of A&S Engineering and Ristes.

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1954 Austin Champ Estimate: £9,000 - £11,000*

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Reg No: VSY 288 MOT: Exempt Chassis No: WN16056 After the success of America’s Jeep in the Second World War, the British Army was eager to have a multi-purpose light truck of its own. In spite of competition from the Nuffield Organisation, Austin was awarded the contract to build 15,000 vehicles from a former aircraft factory at Cofton Hackett, on the outskirts of the Longbridge works, which was specially adapted for the purpose. Built from 1951 to 1957, Champs were quite unlike anything Austin had attempted previously. A four-wheel-drive quarter-ton truck, it utilised the straight-four, 2838cc Rolls-Royce B40 engine. The Rolls-Royce B-series engines were developed specially for use in British Army vehicles and, in their various guises, also powered the Daimler Ferret, Humber Pig and six-wheeled Alvis’. Although a civilian version of the Champ was offered, the vast majority were built for military use. Champ was actually the civilian name; officially the military version was the less catchy ‘Truck, ¼ Ton, 4x4, CT, Austin MkI’. Of the military vehicles, almost all were used as either basic cargo trucks or wireless vehicles.

This particular Champ was built in 1954 for the British military and was registered on its age-related registration number in 1997 for civilian use.

The truck has been looked after in recent years by a serial Champ owner and shows four previous keepers on the Registration Document. It is very original, with what appears to be its original interior components and accessories such as a ‘Jerry’ can, capstan winch and shovel present.

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1936 Frazer-Nash BMW 319/55 Sports Extensive period competition history and 1 of only 26 319/55s imported

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Estimate: £150,000 - £180,000* Reg No: DHX 347

MOT: Exempt

Chassis No: 55023

A former GN apprentice who became managing director of AFN Ltd on January 1st 1929, H.J. ‘Aldy’ Aldington was also a keen competitor. Dubbed the ‘High Priest of the Chain Gang’ by none other than Bill Boddy, his team finished second overall on the 1933 Alpine Trial. Determined to go one better the following year, he was dismayed to find that his Chain Gang Nashes were no match for BMW’s new 315 Two-Seater Sports. Thanks to financial input from A.F.P. Fane, AFN Ltd became the sole concessionaire for BMW in the UK during November 1934 with the resultant right-hand drive cars being offered as Frazer-Nash BMWs. A more potent evolution of the 315, the 319 featured the same lightweight tubular chassis frame equipped with independent front suspension, rack and pinion steering, and four-wheel drum brakes. The enlarged 1.9-litre straight-six OHV engine was tuned to develop 55hp and allied to a four-speed, synchromesh manual transmission.

Imbued with better handling and road-holding than anything else in its class and far nimbler than a contemporary Bentley or Lagonda, the Frazer-Nash BMW 319/55 Sports quickly distinguished itself on rallies, sprints, hillclimbs and racetracks around the UK. Rarer than its 328 successor, just twenty-six were made for the UK market.

Notable as the second Frazer-Nash BMW 319/55 Sports to arrive on these shores, chassis 55023 was initially finished in Primrose Yellow over Blue and road registered as ‘DHX 347’ on 24th January 1936. Although, he did not have a choice with regards to the colour scheme, the first owner – Charles G. Fitt Esq. – was able to specify wire wheels. A wealthy and accomplished amateur racing driver who had formed part of the official MG Car Club Team in 1933 and campaigned a Ford V8 Roadster the following year, Fitt quickly proved his new acquisition’s versatility by contesting a great variety of events including the: London to Exeter Trial; London to Lands End Trial; Brooklands J.C.C Rally (1st-in-Class, 1939); Malden Rally; Coventry Cup Trial; London to Gloucester Trial; Poole Speed Trials; Beechwood Speed Trials; Bullock Cup Trial; Edinburgh Trial; Brighton-Beer (2nd-in-Class, 1936); Lewes Speed Trial; Croydon Speed Trial; and Bagshot Test Ground. He is further understood to have competed at S.U.N.B.A.C Trial, Shelsley Walsh, Donington and in the Colmore Trophy.

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A letter on file from Fitt to one of his successors notes that (a) he occasionally ran with MG Magnette front wings to aid visibility and (b) was less than enamoured with the two-seater’s original livery! Known to have belonged to Fitt until the outbreak of World War Two, an accompanying buff logbook shows that from the early 1950s onwards, the Frazer-Nash BMW passed through the hands of John Michael Beddoe Esq; Barry Hamilton Birch Esq; John Dewhirst Handscombe Esq; Francis Richard James Esq; Malcolm Russell Esq and J. H. Baker Esq. Unused for several years prior to becoming part of the vendor’s collection in 2006, the 319/55 was subsequently gone through ‘stem to stern’ so as to prepare it for a return to competition. An avid pre-WW2 car enthusiast, the seller has enjoyed ‘DHX 347’ on a host of navigation rallies, VSCC rallies, Irish rallies and Historic BMW events over the past seventeen years. Pleasingly unmolested, the two-seater is unusual in retaining an under bonnet fuel tank not to mention its distinctive wire wheels. Uprated with a Fiat gearbox, an original Herth gearbox is accompanying the sale. Although not currently fitted, the original bonnet sides and associated chrome strips come with the car should a new owner wish to reinstate them. Starting readily with a throaty exhaust note, the vendor notes that the Frazer-Nash BMW is a very usable pre-war car and has been extremely reliable during his ownership.

These days finished in the more muted combination of White with Red leather upholstery, ‘DHX 347’ is offered for sale with a history file that encompasses numerous ‘in-action’ period photographs, documentation pertaining to the two-seater’s racing history, buff-logbook covering the 1950s and 1960s, technical literature and a current V5C registration document.

Eligible for a host of prestigious events, the 319/55 Sports is deemed by many to be second only to the 328 in terms of desirability. Considerably rarer than its successor (even in RHD), examples of the earlier machine rarely come to market making this an opportunity not be missed for Frazer-Nash or BMW enthusiasts.

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2004 Bentley Arnage R Mulliner Level II

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Warranted 61,000 miles with excellent service history Estimate: £20,000 - £25,000* Reg No: T.B.A MOT: October 2024 Chassis No: SCBLC37F45CH10126 At launch, the Arnage T Mulliner Level II was not only the highest specification motorcar available from Bentley, it was the most powerful model the company had ever produced and the fastest production four-door Saloon in the world. Its most sumptuous of specifications included: high-quality leather interior trim; engine-turned aluminium facia and door trims; heated and electrically-adjustable rear seats; rear picnic tables; DVD-based satellite navigation system; cruise control; CD autochanger; twin Bentley umbrellas; five-spoke splitrim alloy wheels; Mulliner badges and lower vents for the front wings; Mulliner tread plates; quad exhaust pipes etc.

Chassis ‘10126’ was manufactured in 2004 and was registered new to the Bentley Motors Cars Press and Special Car Division on the 10th of June that year. A highly desirable Mulliner Level II example that would have cost some £147,000 when new, this example is reputedly the London Motor Show and Bentley Press Car for the Mulliner Level IIs. Finished in the striking colour combination of two-tone Peacock Blue over Fountain Blue paintwork with complementary Blue Magnolia leather interior upholstery and French Navy leather secondary hide and carpets, the Arnage’s high specification features (further to those mentioned previously) digital climate control, premium sound system, auto lights, front and rear parking sensors, electric steering column, integrated telephone, and wine cooler, chrome 12-inch alloy wheels.

Purchased by the vendor in 2017 and used for trips such as to the races, the Arnage is now offered with just some 61,000 miles from new. Boasting excellent service history, the two accompanying service books have nineteen stamps (including PDI), all of which are from Rolls-Royce and Bentley main dealers and specialists, with the first three being completed by Bentley Press and Special Car Division Support. Presenting excellently upon consignment, the Mulliner is now only making way for a modern replacement. Offered with a history file that comprises the original book pack including the service books and owner’s handbook in the Bentley wallet, a collection of previous invoices, the original Mulliner sales literature pack, and a current V5C document. Further offered with the Bentley car cover and two sets of keys, this Arnage is an excellent example of the highly desirable Mulliner Level II. PLEASE NOTE: The registration number shown in the images (‘8500 TU’) is not included in the sale.

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1974 Austin Mini Van 850 Credible 28,000 miles and among the best we have encountered

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Estimate: £15,000 - £20,000* Reg No: POD 220M MOT: Exempt Chassis No: XKV1-10908A Introduced in January 1960, the Mini Panel Van utilised a stretched version of its saloon car sibling’s platform with the battery, spare wheel and fuel tank all re-positioned so as not to impinge on the load area. Exempt from sales tax as a commercial vehicle, it sported a pressed steel grille, sliding windows and external door hinges throughout its twenty-three year production life. Initially powered by an 848cc four-cylinder, it could be specified with the more powerful 998cc engine from 1967 onwards (both A-series units being mated to the same four-speed manual transmission).

Benefiting from a four-inch longer wheelbase, taller rear suspension turrets and under floor fuel tanks, the Panel Van / Pick-Up derivatives were arguably even more fun to drive than their saloon equivalents. Once a common sight on Britain’s highways and byways, most Mini Panel Vans led hard lives and perished accordingly. Today, survivors are highly prized by enthusiasts and collectors alike.

First registered in Devon on June 1st 1974 (or so its ‘POD 220M’ number plate would imply), this particular example spent some twenty-three years in neighbouring Somerset before entering the current (third) ownership during 2000. A Mini enthusiast, the vendor entrusted the Panel Van to Motor Vehicle Specialists of Coalville for a meticulous, ‘bare metal’ restoration shortly thereafter. Only completed a decade or so ago, the quality of the work speaks for itself. Indeed, we consider ‘POD 220M’ to be among the very best Mini Vans we have had the pleasure of offering.

Speaking to the proprietor of MVS, he is confident that the 28,000 miles shown on the odometer represents the total covered from new. A thick sheaf of invoices attests to the bodyshell, interior, brakes, suspension, steering, gearbox and engine all receiving attention (the latter being converted to unleaded specification). Kept in a carpeted garage and scarcely used since completion, ‘POD 220M’ still sports stickers to the face of its tyres. Offered for sale with old-type V5 Registration Document, original brochure, numerous receipts and assorted paperwork, this exceptional Mini Van is worthy of close inspection.

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1972 Formosa 120 GR No Reserve* Reg No: FUM 795K Chassis No: 452974

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MOT: Exempt

The brainchild of hot rodder, Gary Jane, the Formosa 120 GR was another mid-1950s inspired kit car after his involvement in the ‘Sammio’, a similar kit. The Formosa was begun under a different operation called Mid Century Re-Creations. The idea was for an enthusiast to find an old Triumph Herald or Vitesse, get rid of the bodyshell, add Gary Janes’ metal support perimeter frame (which was offered at a cost of c.£1000) and his one-piece bodyshell (plus boot, doors and flip-front) for c.£2900 and you had a period-looking two-seater that was IVA exempt and utilised an unmodified chassis. There are two versions of the Formosa 120GR. The long nose is based on a Reliant Scimitar SE5/5A, and the Short Nose uses a Triumph Herald or Vitesse Chassis as a donor. The brand can supply many more parts of the car, such as seats, dashboard, front bulkhead panels, wire wheels, windscreen and much more.

With the donor vehicle first registered in March of 1972, a Reliant Scimitar, this example of the Formosa has the long nose deisgn. Offered in the sale is the metal support perimeter frame plus bodyshell, doner Reliant Scimitar, and what is believed to be a Maserati 2994cc engine and a 5 speed BMW ZF manual gearbox. A set of wire wheels, radiator, selection of instruments and a Momo steering wheel are also included. The car is offered with a V5C which states the car as a Formosa 120GR.

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1995 Aston Martin DB7 Estimate: £13,000 - £15,000*

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Reg No: D13 SEV MOT: April 2024 Chassis No: SCFAA1111SK100275 Although Victor Gauntlett had long mooted the idea, it took the arrival of Ford money and TWR Group know-how for a new generation, ‘small’ Aston Martin to become a reality. Unveiled at the March 1993 Geneva Salon, the resultant DB7 underwent more testing and development than any of the marque’s previous models. Powered by a supercharged 3.2 litre straight-six DOHC engine allied to five-speed manual or four-speed automatic transmission, the 2+2-seater was reputedly capable of over 160mph. However, it was the way the Fixed-head Coupe looked, rather than its performance potential, which wowed the public. Styled by Ian Callum, the DB7 has long been regarded as a modern masterpiece.

Finished in the handsome combination of Chiltern Green Metallic with Cream leather upholstery and Green interior accents, chassis 100275 was supplied new via Stratstone of Gray’s Inn Rd, London to media businessman David Pacy Esq. on 3rd August 1995. Entering the current (fourth) ownership nine years later, the Aston Martin has been main dealer serviced for all but the last 3,000 miles. Unhappy that his insurance company decided to ‘write off’ the DB7 following a minor prang in December 2005, the vendor chose to have it professionally repaired. The quality of the work was such that ‘D13 SEV’ passed a stringent Autolign Inspection on 23rd August 2023; the result being that it is no longer listed on HPi’s accident damage register (instead being classified as ‘Condition Inspected’). In addition to routine maintenance, the Aston Martin benefited from new discs / pads all-round and a fresh air-conditioning compressor at 59,595 miles, replacement exhaust manifolds at 62,134 miles plus a partial interior refurbishment at 64,477 miles. Now showing some 72,000 miles to its odometer, the DB7 was treated to circa £4,000 worth of fettling earlier this year by Retroclassic Engineering of Gloucester with attention being paid to its front suspension, cooling system, front wheel bearings, brake fluid / hoses and wiper blades etc. Judged by the vendor to be in ‘fine fettle’, ‘D13 SEV’ is offered for sale with V5C Registration Document and history file.

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1965 Jaguar E-Type 4.2 Coupe 1 of just 1,583 RHD examples

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Estimate: £55,000 - £65,000* Reg No: DXJ 513C

MOT: Exempt

Chassis No: 1E20692

Triumphantly launched at the March 1961 Geneva Salon, Jaguar’s ‘150mph’ E-Type was the sports car that (a) put the swinging into the ‘swinging sixties’, (b) no lesser a man than Enzo Ferrari dubbed ‘the most beautiful car in the world’, and (c) transported a galaxy of stars from Brigitte Bardot to George Best, Tony Curtis to Donald Campbell and Roy Orbison to Steve McQueen. Though not designed as a racer, the E-Type was nevertheless a direct descendent of the all-conquering D-Type and thus had motorsport embedded in its DNA. Equipped with all-round independent suspension, rack and pinion steering and four-wheel disc brakes, its handling and roadholding proved more than a match for most rivals. Just one month from launch Graham Hill and Roy Salvadori drove the Equipe Endeavour E-Type (‘ECD 400’) to victory at Oulton Park and some fifty-six years later the model remains a force to be reckoned with in historic racing. Updated during August 1964, the Jaguar gained a larger 4235cc XK DOHC straight-six engine and more user-friendly manual gearbox with synchromesh on each of its four forward speeds.

Thankfully, the Big Cat’s beautiful styling remained unaltered until the introduction of the so-called Series 1.5 cars during September 1967 by which time just 1,583 RHD E-Type 4.2 Fixed Head Coupes were made.

One of just 1 of 1,583 right-hand drive 4.2 Fixed Head Coupes, ‘DXJ’ had previously been cherished in a 31 year long-term ownership from 1988 until September, 2019 and was the owners ‘pride and joy’, which included lots of shows and rallies with press articles about the car included in the history file.

Presenting in British Racing Green and displaying some 123,450 credible miles from new, the E-Type is said to present with an excellent body and engine. Indeed, at an undetermined date, ‘DXJ’ benefitted from a restoration with photographs included in the history file evidencing the restoration that took place. Other work included the servicing of the carburettors in 2015. In current ownership ‘DXJ 513C’ has received a repaint and new set of wire wheels.

Documentation includes a workshop manual, many invoices, a collection of invoices specifically from SNG Barrett and a collection of old MOT related paperwork in some instances dating back to 1987, evidencing an odometer reading of 99,090 miles in 1994 plus current V5c document.

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1950 Riley RMD Drophead Coupe

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No Reserve* Reg No: 638 UXR Chassis No: 60D7570

MOT: Exempt

The RM Series cars were the last ‘proper’ Rileys. The RMC and RMD were limited edition soft-tops, the latter offered more space following feedback from the RMC. While the latter was a conventional two-door Drophead Coupe, the RMC was a two-door Roadster version of the RMB. Finished in Blue and White, with a Red leather interior, prior to the current owner ‘638 UXR’ had been in long-term ownership since 2007. This particular RMD had been extensively restored by an enthusiast prior to 2007 after being laid up for some 20 years. Whilst common for RM saloons to be modified to a Drophead, the vendor has documentation available that evidences this RMD as a genuine Drophead Coupe.

The subject of improvements the obvious addition has been a straight six 2.5 litre engine from a Triumph donor. Offering more power and torque qualities, there is a four-speed manual with overdrive, offering quieter long-legged cruising. Other upgrades include tubeless tyres on 16-inch steel rims, the brakes have been upgraded to BMW 3-series discs up front, with a Wilwood dual circuit system. The electric system is now 12 volt, and Bluetooth has been fitted. A previous owner has fitted an electronic points kit and an electric fan with thermostatic switch control.

With dual circuit brakes with discs up front, this 1950 Riley has been equipped to deal with more modern roads. The engine and gearbox are said to be ‘Very Good, and ‘638 UXR’ has recently returned from a Spanish road trip covering c.1,700 miles.

The restoration has now mellowed somewhat and after some 18 years zthe car still presents well, evidently cared for and enjoyed over the years. Offered with a spare dashboard and the original front drum brakes plus workshop manual, instruction book, photographs of the restoration and current V5C, the RMD is ready for a new chapter in its history, with a new custodian.

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1933 Alvis Firefly Drophead Coupe

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Coachwork by Cross & Ellis Estimate: £25,000 - £30,000* Reg No: AUW 36 Chassis No: 11051

MOT: Exempt

Manufactured in 1933, the Firefly offered was supplied new by Charles Follett Ltd., London (who interestingly supplied 212 of the 871 Fireflys), being despatched on the 28th of November that year, and being road registered as ‘AUW 36’. Clothed in Cross & Ellis Drophead Coupe coachwork, and finished in Blue with Black wings with Blue leather interior upholstery, the Alvis pleasingly still retains both its original coachwork and colour scheme today. The early history of the Alvis is unknown until the early 1960s, before being purchased by a Robert John Russell Esq., a dental student at Bristol university in 1963, (reputedly from the proprietor of the first pornography shop in Bristol!) just in time before the Alvis was scrapped due to vandalism to the glass.

Mr. Russell repaired and ran the Alvis for around two years before a dropped valve seized the engine and it was sold to a garage. Quickly thereafter sold to a collector who had intended to restore chassis ‘11051’, the restoration never materialised until the Firefly changed hands again into the restorer’s custodianship in 1985. Provided with a comprehensive restoration between 1985 and 1993, the chassis was renovated before fitted with renewed ash frame. The mechanicals were fully overhauled before the restored bodywork was reunited with the framework. A full repaint and interior refresh completed the restoration, with ‘AUW 36’ still presenting very well today.

Eventually reunited with Mr Russell in 2012, the Alvis received re-rimmed and spoked wheels and new tyres, an auxiliary water pump and reveneered interior woodwork during his ownership. Entered to sale now from a private collection, ‘11051’ has received a fresh starter motor overhaul in preparation for sale. Offered with a history file that contains the buff logbook, VSCC eligibility document, images from different times of the Alvis’ life including a number of the restoration, a selection of invoices, original instruction book, lubrication chart and spare parts catalogue, a few previous MOTs, and a current V5C document.

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2007 Land Rover Defender 90 TDCi Convertible

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Recently subject to much renovation and upgrading Estimate: £20,000 - £24,000* Reg No: DU07 OLO MOT: April 2024 Chassis No: SALLDVAS77A733056 First registered as ‘DU07 OLO’, chassis SALLDVAS77A733056 is one of the first batch of the 2007 Defenders that was equipped with the 2.4 Litre Ford-derived 2.4-litre TDCi turbo-diesel “Puma” engines mated to a new six-speed gearbox. The car is believed to have been originally owned by a gentleman who worked for a Land Rover dealership and owned until 2011 when the car was subject to a Category D insurance claim (unfortunately, we are not aware of what the specific damage was) and then it was repaired and sold to a private owner in the South East, who only drove it a few thousand miles per year as evidenced in the MOT history. The vendor bought the car in 2023 as a good example to upgrade as the car was already in good, original condition. In the period he has owned it, he has fitted a a number of upgrades, including an Undercover Covers canvas hood, five new ‘Wolf’ Steel wheels.

The vendor has been over the whole car and has advised that there is no evidence as to what the Category D marker is actually for and is confident that there are no negative effects from this that are experienced today.

The vendor has advised that he has purposely left the Heritage Green paint with some small scratches, in order to show the originality of the car, and it presents exactly how a fun Land Rover should - inviting and useable. The XS seats are in good overall condition and add a touch of luxury and the rear tub appears very clean indeed with its spare wheel presenting proudly. The fabulous Undercover Covers canvas top and heavy-duty hood frame was brand new at the time of fitment and makes the whole car feel like a proper classic Land Rover. The odometer now only displays just over 51,000 miles and it feels fit for a new owner to enjoy in either town or country.

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1923 Ford Model T Runabout Estimate: £10,000 - £12,000* Reg No: SV 5902 Chassis No: 363021

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With the introduction of a moving assembly line in 1913, Henry Ford famously turned his Model T into the world’s first mass made car. A year later, Model Ts represented 56% of all automobile manufacture in the USA. However, it was not just the sheer volume of Model Ts rolling off the production line that motorised America, it was the inherent quality of the design. Launched in 1908, the T’s chassis and mechanical components were made from exceptionally durable, high-grade vanadium steel. The Ford also featured a compact 2890cc, sidevalve, four-cylinder engine that pioneered the use of a detachable cylinder head. Mounted in unit with the clutch and two-speed epicyclic gearbox assembly, it developed some 23hp at a leisurely 1,600rpm and 80lbft of torque. Top speed was limited to around 45mph depending upon bodywork, whilst brakes operated on both the transmission and rear wheels.

A proud member of the Antique Automobile Club of America, the late Bill Graham owned this delightful Model T Runabout from at least 1958 until his recent passing. Pleasingly retaining what may very well be part of its original leather upholstery, the Ford has been exhibited at events on both sides of The Pond including one at the Newark Motor Museum and even graced the front cover of the Sevenoaks Chronicle newspaper. Imported to the UK in circa 1976 and initially road registered as ‘OKL 105P’, the two-seater obtained the more appropriate number plate ‘SV 5902’ from the DVLA during 1996. Nicely detailed with a winged ‘Motometer’ radiator mascot, klaxon horn and running board mounted wicker basket, this rather sporty Model T is offered for sale with UK V5C Registration Document, sundry expired US Certificates of Title, sundry paperwork and an assortment of trophies from the Ford Model T Club of America.

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1966 Aston Martin DB5 Estimate: £500,000 - £550,000* Reg No: GBO 500D

MOT: Exempt

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Chassis No: DB5/2035/R

Arguably the greatest piece of product placement in cinematic history, the DB5’s starring role in Goldfinger did more for Aston Martin’s profile than winning the 1959 Le Mans 24-hours or securing that year’s World Sportscar Championship! Unfortunately, the marque’s products were too expensive for its newfound James Bond kudos to translate into a significant sales jump. The DB5’s DNA grew out of the DB4, and though more evolution than revolution was still a significant step forward when it took to the stage in 1963. For a start it was faster than its predecessor. Courtesy of a new 3995cc 282bhp triple carburettor version of Tadek Marek’s masterpiece, it was now capable of almost 150mph and could reach 60mph in a whisker over seven seconds. Initially, there was the option of a five-speed ZF gearbox, but this soon became the standard fit. The car’s general specification had also improved and now included: an alternator in place of the dynamo, reclining seats, pile carpets, electric windows, tinted glass and four silencer exhaust. A total of just 898 DB5s are understood to have been produced at Newport Pagnell before the model was replaced by the altogether larger, Kamm-tailed DB6 in late 1965.

Offered for sale is chassis DB5/2035/R, a 1965 Aston Martin DB5 Saloon. Originally finished in Dubonnet Dark Red with a Black leather interior and equipped with a fivespeed ZF manual transmission, the car was delivered through Nortons of Cardiff on 2nd April 1965 to Engineering Consultants C.L.W. Rees & Co of 6 Park Grove in the same city. A copy of the build record on file shows that the Aston was equipped from new with engine 400/2024, which is pleasingly still fitted and going strong as ever. Remarkably, this DB5 was registered ‘GBO 500D’ from new and has never worn any other number plate while always remaining in the UK. DB5/2035/R was later sold to J.F. Cox, Ltd. of Willow Road, Lenton, Nottingham. Subsequent owners include Mr A.T. Roadknight in 1978, Commander D.J. Arrold in 1979, Mr B.E. Ellams from 1979 to 1983, Mr R.J. Horsfall from 1983 to 1989, Mr R.M. Fairburn from 1989 to 1992, before the car was bought in January 1992 by Andrew English, the well-regarded Motoring Correspondent for the Daily Telegraph. Mr English kept ‘GBO 500D’ for nearly 30 years and during that time, as is evidenced from the extensive History File accompanying the car, the DB5 was thoroughly enjoyed by him and properly looked after by respected Marque Specialists.

Unlike most DB5’s, ‘GBO 500D’ was not kept as a Garage Queen but instead she was FIA and MSA registered and entered for several motorsport events such as sprints, hill climbs and rallies.

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Repainted in a Dark Navy Blue in the 1990’s, over the last few decades DB5/2035/R has been well-maintained by Nigel Barker at Davron Engineering, including a full gearbox refurbishment, with Aston Engineering Ltd. supplying most replacement parts while body improvements were entrusted to Mitchells Coachworks. The factory-fitted powerplant is understood to have had its capacity increased to 4.2 litres as part of a thorough overhaul. The ride and handling were dramatically improved by fitting a Harvey Bailey handling kit and a degree of negative camber, making this a very enjoyable and responsive car to drive.

In recent times ‘GBO 500D’ was treated to an interior refreshment costing over £20,000, which included a full retrim in high-quality Black leather, a repainted dashboard, new headlining, door trims, carpets, glove box and floor trims. This impressive DB5 is offered with a 2-inch thick folder detailing the lavish care and attention the car has received in the last couple of decades. It includes a current V5C, copies of previous registration documents, a big collection of MOT’s, the old FIA and MSA registration documents, detailed invoices for parts and services and sundry paperwork. Rated as one of the best driving DB5’s on the road today by several Marque Specialists as well as H&H’s Motorcar Specialists, DB5/2035/R should be at the very top of the list of any Aston enthusiast looking to add a DB5 to his or her collection.

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1966 Jaguar MkII 2.4 Litre Estimate: £14,000 - £16,000*

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Reg No: JWY 606D MOT: Exempt Chassis No: 119754DN First registered on January 20th 1966, ‘JWY 606D’ was ordered in Opalescent Maroon with a full Dark Red Leather interior, Biscuit Roof lining and Red carpets. Fitted with a Manual Overdrive transmission, it was exported to South Africa where it remained until being repatriated in 2005. The then owner totally dismantled the car and stored all parts in boxes where it was left until sold to an independent Jaguar specialist.

During the subsequent restoration, the bodyshell was fully sandblasted, primed and resprayed and the underbody fully Waxoyled. The engine was thoroughly overhauled with the crankshaft re-ground, all bearings and gaskets replaced and fitted with new pistons, piston rings, camshafts, valves, rings, valve seats and shims, as well as a new water pump and oil pump. The gearbox and rear axle were refurbished with a new flywheel and clutch. A new stainless steel exhaust system was fitted along with new suspension, springs, steering arms, swing arms, bushes and anti-roll bar. All brake and fuel lines were replaced and new brake discs and pads were fitted along with new front calipers. The leather was fully treated and new carpets, roof lining and door cards were installed. All the woodwork has been refurbished along with the instrument dials.

According to the vendor this Jaguar starts, runs and drives very well with good oil pressure and no overheating. It is thought to have never had any welding done to either floorpan or chassis, due to the warm South African climate. The car is offered with a current V5C and a history file containing a detailed list of works carried out during restoration, an old V5 and sundry invoices.

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1966 Porsche 912 No Reserve* Reg No: PUA 519D Chassis No: 460259

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MOT: Exempt

First appearing in July 1964, the birth of the 911 marked the end of 356-production. Customers immediately noticed the differences from its predecessor - but with many improvements came a large price increase - the 911 was around $2,000 more than the comparable 356 model. Thus,

by April 1965 a “middle ground” was achieved. The new 912 (essentially a 911 with a four cylinder 356 engine) was less expensive and customers quickly noticed better weight distribution and better economy. Eventually outselling the 911 in the years it was current, more than 30,000 had left the Stuttgart factory by the time production ceased in 1969. One particular change during 912 manufacture came in its final year, 1969, when the wheelbase was increased from 2211mm (SWB) to 2268mm (LWB). The engine and rear suspension stayed in the same position but the suspension trailing arms were lengthened. This necessitated the rear wheelarches being moved rearward too.

According to a letter in the history file from Porsche Club GB, Chassis number 460259 was built in December 1966 as a 1967 model year car in Stuttgart. The car is believed to have been first delivered to Texas, USA and lived most of its life in Texas until it was bought and sold by Kurt Tanner Motorcars in California to the vendor in 2020 as a restoration project, arriving on UK shores in 2021 and registered with the DVLA in 2022. It was understood to have originally been Irish Green over Black, but had been repainted twice, first into Bahamas Yellow and then into the Red it presents in today. It is also understood that a previous owner had fitted a 911T front bumper and rear badge as the car was at some point professionally fitted with a 911 engine, although this is no longer with the car and a correct 912 engine and matching four speed gearbox is supplied and fitted as per original specification. The car is a very clean, dry-state car that did not require extensive welding, although some rust had appeared around the sills, front crossmember, flitches and front wings. The vendor had intended to run the car as a preserved patina car and very carefully had the rust professionally repaired to a very high standard that blends with the patina very well. Now facing an imminent move overseas, the vendor is reluctantly letting this 912 go to a new home.

The vendor advises that the bodywork condition is excellent, although a prospective new owner will have to decide between refurbishing or keeping the paintwork as is. The engine has been simply put back together as it was bought as a stripped unit but is not plumbed in and running.

The interior appears to be in good, original condition with some minor signs of aging.

This car presents a great opportunity to take a step into 1960s Porsche ownership and thankfully the hard work has been done already on this particular car. The prospective purchaser now only faces the dilemna of how they will spec this car during what should be a very rewarding build!

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1979 Volvo 262C 1 of c.200 UK supplied examples

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Estimate: £14,000 - £18,000* Reg No: CMM 262V Chassis No: 0005623

MOT: July 2024

Commissioned by the then president of AB Volvo, P.G. Gyllenhammer, following a trip to America in 1974, the 262C was conceived as a ‘halo model’ to enhance the prestige of the entire Volvo range. Based on the 264 Saloon, the newcomer sported two fewer doors and a radically lowered roofline. Trimmed accordingly, its cossetting interior featured swathes of pleated leather, electric windows, air-conditioning and wood veneer. Powered by a variant of the PRV V6 engine that also saw service in the Renault Alpine GTA and DeLorean DMC-12, the Volvo 262C could be specified with a four-speed manual plus overdrive transmission or automatic transmission; the latter more in keeping with its touring credentials. Production was outsourced to Bertone who engineered the revised roof structure, more steeply raked windscreen and flusher fitting side windows etc. The vast majority of the 6,626 flagship Coupes made were to left-hand drive, US specification. However, some 200 right-hand drive cars are understood to have been sold new in the UK. A Volvo model owned by the legendary popstar David Bowie, the most expensive Volvo 262C to sell at public auction made over £160,000 in 2018.

First registered with the highly appropriate number plate ‘CMM 262V’ on August 31st 1979, this rare UK-supplied example comes from a private collection and is described by the vendor as being in ‘very good overall’ condition with regards to its 2.7 litre V6 engine, automatic transmission, electrical equipment, interior trim, bodywork and paintwork. Sparingly used in the current ownership, the Volvo has covered some 450 miles over the past eighteen months. Said to possess ‘good MOT history’ as well as ‘various receipts / history’, the 262C was reportedly treated to a ‘bare shell’ restoration during 2012 encompassing major mechanical and cosmetic works. The 262C benefits from aftermarket central-locking, two sets of keys and a new battery some 6 months ago. Displaying approximately 91,000 miles to its odometer, this scarce and stylish 262C is offered for sale with V5C Registration Document, assorted paperwork and a ‘no advisories’ MOT certificate valid until July 2024.

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1996 Chevrolet Astro Day Van No Reserve*

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Reg No: N647 CCF MOT: August 2024 Chassis No: 1GNEL19W5SB200638 The Chevrolet Astro was in production by the Chevrolet division of American auto manufacturer General Motors from 1985 to 2005. The Astro and Safari used a rear-wheel drive chassis; with all-wheel drive becoming an option in 1990. For its entire production, the Astro and Safari were produced by the Baltimore Assembly in Baltimore, Maryland, with the vans being the final model line produced by the facility. In total, approximately 3.2 million Astros and Safaris were produced from 1985 through 2005. In 1995, the model was facelifted with an extended nose that resembled the then-new full-size Express vans; while the original rectangular sealed beam headlights were retained for use on lower trim levels, higher-spec models now used horizontally-mounted rectangular headlights that had debuted on the full-size trucks in 1988, and would eventually appear on the smaller trucks in 1998.

Manufactured in 1996 and delivered new to the United States of America, this all-wheel drive Astro Day Van is finished in White paintwork with a Grey cloth interior seat upholstery. Fitted with the 4.3-litre V6 engine with automatic transmission, the Chevrolet has been covered to run on either petrol or LPG gas. Imported into the United Kingdom in 2006, the Astro is offered displaying a recorded mileage of 130,500 miles. The Chevrolet has had the previous Day Van equipment removed from the rear and is therefore a blank canvas ready for either re-fitting with a camper van interior of the new owner’s choice or could be pressed into use as a utility van. Offered with an MOT certificate until August 2024, the vendor rates ‘N647 CCF’ as having ‘Good’ bodywork, paintwork, engine and gearbox, and ‘Average’ electrical equipment and interior trim.

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1960 Volkswagen Type 2 (T1) Camper Van

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Subject to a comprehensive overhaul in 2021 Estimate: £28,000 - £34,000* Reg No: 948 XVU Chassis No: 685184

MOT: Exempt

The Volkswagen Type 2 (the Type 1 was the Beetle) has long since acquired cult status courtesy of such diverse celebrity owners as Jamie Oliver, Martin Clunes, Roger Daltry, Vernon Kay and Jenson Button. It gained cult status for having helped hippies survive the late 1960s and has become the transport of choice for many a surfer to coastlines around the world. Available in Van, Micro-Bus, Pick-up and Camper guises, it (and it’s sister the Type 1 or ‘Beetle’) would probably have been nicknamed the ‘car that changed the world’ if the Model T hadn’t got there first.

According to the dating certificate supplied by The Splitscreen Van Club, this particular ‘Splitty’ was first exported to Baltimore in the USA after being manufactured on 18th November 1960 and was originally built as a Kombi bus with 6 opening side windows. Little is known of its life from manufacturer to the vendor’s ownership. The current owner (a serial VW Type 2 restorer) imported the van from Canada in 2019 and immediately set about completing a top quality restoration. The van had already had a hole cut in the roof so the owner smartened it up and sourced a Dormobile style roof (and an expensive new canvas to suit it). The van needed vast amounts of welding which has all been completed to a very high standard with fresh paintwork to suit. The interior was also re-fitted with a high-quality camper interior including modern kitchen units by EVO Design and Grey wool seating and Rock ‘n’ Roll bed. The front bench seat is a desirable Flip-Over item from Evolution. The refurbished engine is the standard single carburettor 1600cc engine as originally fitted along with a refurbished gearbox with a short shift kit. An imminent move by the vendor to Eastern Europe now forces the sale of this fantastic Splitscreen giving a new owner the opportunity to enjoy that camping trip to Cornwall or Devon.

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1968 Rover P5B 3.5 Coupe Estimate: £14,000 - £18,000*

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Reg No: OEL 193G MOT: Exempt Chassis No: 84501542B Although a marriage of expediency, the union between Rover’s stately P5 model range and the ex-Buick 3528cc all-alloy OHV V8 engine resulted in an unexpectedly fine motorcar. Launched in 1967, the Rover P5B (or P5 Buick if you prefer) was conceived to stave off increasingly refined competition from the likes of Jaguar and Mercedes-Benz. Available in Saloon and Coupe guises - both of which employed four doors - the big Rover was equipped with independent torsion-bar front suspension, a leaf-sprung ‘live’ rear axle and disc/drum brakes. Fitted with threespeed automatic transmission and power-assisted steering as standard, it proved a relaxing drive. Though, with some 161bhp and 210lbft of torque on tap, it also boasted a 115mph top speed. Well-appointed in the best Rover tradition, the P5B’s ‘gentlemen’s club’ interior made it a firm favourite with businessmen, politicians (Harold Wilson’s car was reputed to have a pipe rack in the back) and even Her Late Majesty The Queen, who owned an Arden Green Saloon. Production lasted until 1973 by which time 9,099 Coupes and 11,501 Saloons had been built.

Manufactured new in 1968, the P5B offered is finished in Zircon Blue with a Silver Birch roof and features a complementary Buckskin hide interior upholstery and was supplied new by Auto Service Garage Ltd of Bournemouth. Having been in current ownership since 2007 and displaying a credible 89,450 miles ‘OEL 193G’ is offered with a collection of invoices and old MOT certificates, workshop manual and a current V5c document. Previously subject to a gearbox overhaul in 2004 the Rover is understood to require some light recommissioning after a period of dry storage. Surely worth closer inspection with the prices P5B coupes have recently been achieving.

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1947 Jaguar 3.5 Litre MkIV Saloon Estimate: £45,000 - £55,000* Reg No: OAS 724

MOT: Exempt

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Chassis No: 610837

The Jaguar MkIV was Jaguar’s first car following World War II and was produced between 1945 and 1948. Manufactured using a 120” separate chassis featuring beam front and live rear axle suspension on semi-elliptic springs and Girling mechanical brakes, it was offered with three engine variants; four-cylinder 1½ Litre, or six-cylinder 2½ / 3½ Litres coupled to a four-speed manual gearbox. The stylish all-steel coachwork was available in four-door saloon or drophead coupe configurations featuring the kind of luxurious interior typically associated with the Jaguar. In addition, it featured distinguishing chrome headlamps and a prominent chrome radiator grille. Very few of these magnificent Jaguars were built for the right-hand markets as steel was being rationed for goods for export.

This desirable 3½-litre, right-hand drive saloon was supplied on 17th February, 1947, by official Jaguar dealer, Henlys of London, to a Mr E. Paxman. Originally finished in Birch Grey. Mr Paxman subsequently exported his beloved Jaguar to the US state of Kentucky where it resided until being repatriated to the UK in August of 2002.

The Jaguar is accompanied by its Heritage Certificate confirming matching chassis and engine numbers.

With previous ownership for some 16 years (until September 2021), it has enjoyed regular maintenance, care and dry storage. In early 2021 ‘OAS 724’ was subject to a bare-metal repaint costing some £5,000 and is now elegantly presented in gleaming Black over Jaguar Maroon with a Bordeaux Red leather interior. Recently subject to c.£30,000 of expenditure with CMC of Bridgnorth, with photographs from CMC on file. The works included fitting the correct exhaust system; tidying of electrics, engine fettling and cleaning; a carburettor service and set-up and balance; the fitting of E10 compatible components relating to the carburettors and fuel-related gaskets; fit a sediment trap system; flush and refill coolant system; replace all hose clamps; refurbish and adjust the steering box; re-tension the suspension springs. Additional work included a professionally fitted 5-speed gearbox conversion making ‘OAS 724’ more suited to modern traffic and road conditions, with the original factory gearbox and propshaft included in the sale.

Accompanied by its Heritage Certificate, the V5C, there is also a history file containing an assortment of documents, a collection of old MOT paperwork, invoices and the original gearbox, should a new owner wish to return it to standard. In our opinion, this could be one of the nicest MkIVs we have seen, and we highly recommend any interested parties view ‘OAS 724’ to satisfy themselves as to its quality.

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1964 Alvis TE21 1 of just 352 TE21s manufactured

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Estimate: £28,000 - £34,000* Reg No: 9420 KV

MOT: Exempt

Chassis No: 27180

Introduced in 1963, the Alvis TE21 was visually distinguished from its predecessor by ‘over and under’ quad headlights and a revised interior. Based around a rigid boxsection chassis equipped with independent coil-and-wishbone front suspension, a welllocated ‘live’ rear axle and four-wheel disc brakes, the newcomer boasted a revised, more user-friendly steering box (and the option of power steering from 1964 onwards).

Reworked with a ‘bigger valve’ cylinder head and more efficient exhaust manifold, the refined four-seater’s 2993cc OHV straight-six engine was quoted as developing some 130bhp and 172lbft of torque. Available with a choice of either ZF five-speed manual or Borg Warner three-speed automatic transmission, the model was reputedly capable of 110mph. Trimmed in Connolly leather, the Alvis’ cosseting interior featured a central armrest for the back seat and more accessible ashtrays. Available to special order until 1967, just 352 TE21s were made of which 178 were fixed-heads fitted with five-speed manual transmission.

Chassis ‘27180’ was manufactured in 1964 and was delivered on the 25th of September to Brooklands of Bond Street for supply to its first owner, Michael H. Price Esq of Kelso, Scotland on the 28th of that month. Fitted with the rarer manual ZF (five-speed) gearbox, and specified with desirable power steering from new, ‘27180’ has been finished in Grey paintwork from the factory and is complemented by a Light Grey leather interior upholstery with Blue carpeting. Retained in first ownership until 1967, the Alvis remained in Scotland into the late 1970s, with both the second and third owners, before spending some time on the Isle of Man. Lavished with over £35,000 worth of expenditure between 2010 and 2020, significant amounts of the expenditure were with well-renowned marque specialists Red Triangle.

The work completed included improvements to the bodywork and paintwork; a full interior re-trim; renewal of the wiring loom; conversion to electronic ignition; improvement to the steering; renewed suspension bushes and further suspension fettling; attention to the handbrake, significant improvement to cosmetic and chrome; and several services, as well as much more.

Boasting matching chassis and engine numbers, the TE21 shows a recorded mileage of 43,184 miles (at the time of consignment) and is offered today from a small private collection of Alvis cars.

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Offered with a large history file that contains the Red Triangle build information, extensive invoices dating back to the mid-1980s (many being from Red Triangle), the original buff logbook, and a current V5C document. Starting readily, and running and driving well during our photography session, this attractive and desirable manual, TE21 is an excellent chance to acquire an exceptionally classy and usable grand tourer.

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1969 Morris Mini Cooper Estimate: £15,000 - £18,000*

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Reg No: Unregistered MOT: Exempt Chassis No: K-A2S61347194-A The first Mini Cooper appeared in 1961, following a tie-up with champion F1 constructor John Cooper. The stroke of the standard 848cc engine was lengthened to 997cc which, together with other improvements, raised power output from 34 to 55bhp - a close-ratio gearbox and front wheel disc brakes completed the package. That engine was replaced by a shorter stroke 998cc unit in 1964, while the Mark II version launched in 1967 featured a redesigned grille, a larger rear window and numerous cosmetic changes.

Manufactured in 1967, the Mini Cooper offered was supplied new to Italy in left-hand drive guise, residing in Italy for the majority of its life. Subject to a comprehensive restoration a few years ago, the work completed included the bodywork completely renovated including the fitting of new bumpers and chrome details and a full repaint in Blue with a White roof, the Cooper displays notably good panel gaps. The mechanicals were thoroughly gone through with replacement parts provided where required and the interior was refreshed with the front and rear re-upholstered along with a new headlining and sun visors. Imported into the United Kingdom in 2022 by the vendor, the Mini has had very sparing use since. Not NOVA declared since arrival, the Mini is accompanied by its Italian registration documents and is offered with a right-hand drive conversion kit, should the Mini remain on UK shores. Please Note: If this vehicle is to remain in the UK, it will be subject to import VAT on the purchase price in order to receive a NOVA declaration number.

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2001 Range Rover 30th Anniversary Edition

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1 of just 400 examples made Estimate: £9,000 - £11,000* Reg No: X228 XRH MOT: September 2024 Chassis No: SALLPAMJ31A449957 Twenty-five years after its triumphant introduction, what’s now known as the Range Rover ‘Classic’ gave way to the second generation of the model (code name P38A). By then the Rover’s original workman-like persona had been completely transformed - long gone were the hose-down rubber flooring and basic trim, which had been replaced by increasingly deep pile carpets, leather upholstery and wood finishings. The newcomer brought a strengthened chassis and less boxy exterior, while power was now provided by upgraded 4.0-litre and 4.6-litre versions of Rover’s ubiquitous all-alloy V8 engine as well as a diesel derivative using the six-cylinder 2.5-litre engine. The 30th Anniversary Edition was launched at the 2000 Geneva Motor Show. Production was limited to a total of 400 cars, 200 were for British roads and the other 200 for the rest of the world. All were finished in Wimbledon Green Metallic with body-coloured bumpers and mirrors, Green leather upholstery with Cream piping, burr maple veneer trim, and a tailgate badge with a white background, reflecting the ‘Pearl’ anniversary of the Range Rover. Included in the factory specification are electrically adjustable heated front seats with two-position driver’s seat memory, dual-zone climate control, cruise control, an electric sunroof, and air suspension.

In current ownership since 2015, originally, ‘XRH’ began its ownership life in the ‘car-friendly’ climate of Japan and was repatriated into the UK in 2015. Currently displaying 100,100 kms c.(62,200 miles) Specialist Cars of York were responsible for importing this 30th Anniversary Edition, just 1 of 200 export examples. The specification now includes parking sensors to the front and rear, satellite navigation and a Clarion brand stereo entertainment system. Maintenance of ‘XRH’ saw new discs and pads in 2015 plus upper and lower ball joint gaitors and N/S rod end gaitor in 2017. It was last serviced in November 2021 and is being offered with a current V5C and a collection of invoices.

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1929 Essex Super Six Sedan No Reserve* Reg No: VG 1646 Chassis No: 1017517

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MOT: Exempt

A sub-brand of the Hudson Motor Company of Detroit, Essex’s products were aimed at the average family and, in common with those of other American manufacturers, were initially four-door open cars with canvas tops. However, while Henry Ford is credited with inventing the affordable car, Essex had much to do with making Sedans available to the masses.

By 1924, the company was moving away from four-cylinder powerplants to, firstly, a 2.1-litre six-cylinder unit (the Six) and then a 2.5-litre one (the Super Six). This was used to power a range of models comprising a Speedster, Coupe, Coach and four-door, five-seat Sedan. By 1932 the brand had metamorphosed from Essex to Essex-Terraplane and, finally, just Terraplane.

Chassis ‘1017517’ was manufactured in 1929, and was delivered new to the United Kingdom in desirable right-hand drive guise. Supplied new to Florence Nightingale Hardyman of Hill House, Bramerton, Norfolk, who is understood to have been from a prominent British family, the Essex is understood to have remained in the first family ownership until 1960. Purchased by Air Force Officer, Master Lewis Gray, based at RAF Sculthorpe, Fakenham through the Florence Nightingale Estate auction in January 1960, the Essex was shortly after sold to Edward Bridges, an officer in the U.S Air Force based in England. Thereafter, he repatriated the Super Six to America (specifically Mississippi) in 1963/4.

Stored in a barn due to engine failure, ‘1017517’ was rehomed to the restorers in 1973.

Following the comprehensive restoration, the Essex was used and enjoyed between the two restorers, before being acquired by the vendor and re-imported into the United Kingdom in 2003. Used as a wedding car during current ownership, the vendor has informed us that ‘VG 1646’ has been very reliable during this time. Offered with a history file that contains a framed buff logbook, original sales literature, previous MOT certificates, an Instruction Book, technical information, images of the car in Mississippi, and a current V5C document.

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1935 Morris 10/4 Tourer Estimate: £7,000 - £9,000*

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Reg No: JA 5866 MOT: Exempt Chassis No: 35/TN/49311 Launched in August 1932, the new Morris ‘Ten’ could be had in either Saloon or Special Fixed Head Coupe guises (though, other body styles soon joined the model range). Another best seller for William Morris’s company, its appeal to 1930s motorists was much the same as it is for today’s enthusiasts. A simple yet well-crafted design, its leaf-sprung ladder chassis was powered by a 1292cc side-valve, four-cylinder engine mated to a four-speed manual gearbox.

Manufactured in 1935, this example was supplied new by G. W. Smith & Co. of Stockport with Two-Seater Tourer with Dickey coachwork, being first registered on 13th June that year. Finished in two-tone Green over Black paintwork with Green interior upholstery, and a Black hood, the Morris’ early history is unknown, before spending time in London and the East of England during the 1970s. Thereafter purchased by a restorer in 1998 in a reasonable condition, it was still provided with extensive restoration works during 1998 and 1999 with the Morris receiving an overhaul of the chassis, replacement ash frame and wood floor, overhauled wheel cylinders, re-wiring, new exhaust system, renewed starting equipment, an overhauled carburettor, and new running boards.

Purchased by the previous owner in 2000, he furthered the improvement of the 10/4 during his seven-year ownership, with a complete engine overhaul, brake overhaul, and refurbished differential. Entering the current ownership in 2007, the vendor has used ‘JA 5866’ on numerous trips around the United Kingdom, often covering between 1,000-1,500 miles at a time, with him informing us that the Morris has been totally reliable. Benefitting from additional enhancement while with the vendor, including a re-cored radiator in 2015, refurbished differential in 2016, new starting equipment in 2017, and fitment of electronic ignition in 2019 (the original distributor is accompanying).

Offered with a history file that comprises a BMIHT Heritage Certificate, a collection of old MOTs, numerous previous invoices, a buff logbook from the 1970s period, a photograph album with restoration images, and a current V5C document. Checked annually in the vendor’s ownership by well-respected classic car specialists Shakespeare Garage, this Morris is a well-maintained example with pleasingly original coachwork.

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1951 Allard K2

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Estimate: £65,000 - £75,000* Reg No: LOL 773

MOT: Exempt

Chassis No: 91K 2149

Introduced in 1950, the K2 Roadster sported a revised radiator grille, usable boot, cutaway doors and Buick-esque portholes to each flank. Benefiting from the same improved Allard coil-sprung divided front axle damped via tubular shock absorbers as the J2 and P1 models, not to mention a more sophisticated Phase 2 Lockheed braking system, the newcomer was propelled by a choice of Ford 3.6 litre or Mercury 3.9 litre ‘Flathead’ V8 engines mated to three-speed manual transmission (although, most American examples were supplied without powertrains). Only in production until 1952, just 117 K2s are thought to have been made.

Chassis number 2149 was ordered new on 12th June, 1950. According to the Allard Owners Club record, which is available in the history file with the car, it was distributed

by Bristol Street Motors of Birmingham. The build commenced on 6th June, 1951, and it was delivered on 2nd August, 1951, to its first owner, R.H. Bailey of Worcestershire.

Mr Bailey ordered the K2 in Pacific Green with a Black all-weather soft-top hood and a Ford V8 under the bonnet. He also specified a Green interior and chose standard steel wheels along with a standard axle and a standard 3-speed manual gearbox. The car was exported to Australia for approximately thirty years but was re-imported to the UK in 2014. The current owner bought the car in 2015 and today the car presents in a very similar specification to how it left the Allard factory in 1951; albeit with some modifications and upgrades to make it more usable on today’s roads and to suit the current owner’s taste for competition. Such upgrades include a four-speed Moss gearbox, which the vendor comments has transformed the driveability of the car, and a replacement but correct specification Ford V8 engine that had been fully overhauled by Daryl Allard 2,000 miles prior to installation. The car was then used for hill climb events including at Crystal Palace, Prescott and more. The vendor has decided it is now time to move the car on as it has become a little too much for him as of late.

Upon inspection, we were very pleased to see that the car is still presented in the original shade of Pacific Green, and the vendor has left it in a patinated condition that wears every part of its age with grace. The seller prefers originality as he believes much can be hidden by a poor quality restoration. The K2 still wears a set of standard wheel rims and these are in nice shape and have been fitted with a set of Blockley tyres. When the current owner acquired the car it had its original front and rear bumpers fitted. He decided to remove all of the bumper bright work, as he wasn’t keen on the look, as he believes it cluttered the front end of the car. It also helped to save some weight for the various hill climb events he has competed in.

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Of course, should the new owner wish to reinstate the K2’s brightwork, they can do so as the parts will come with the car - but please note they are also in a patinated condition.

Also present and intact is the Allard’s all-weather gear which includes a tonneau cover, a fitted hood and sidescreens. These accessories are essential for those long distance road trips and classic car tours, which this K2 is ideally suited for.

Upon inspection, the recently overhauled 3917cc Ford ‘flathead’ V8 engine fired quickly and settled to a pleasing idle with the famous V8 burble reminding you that this was a very powerful car in the period. The vendor has advised that the car has 21-stud heads and is fitted with twin Ford carburettors. These have been dressed with a pair of neat chrome air cleaners. We have been told that the mechanical maintenance has been regular since acquiring the car in 2016 and a number of invoices on file suggest that this is correct.

The Moss ‘box conversion was completed by Just Historic and we have been told that this change has greatly improved the drivability of the K2, both on the open road and for hill climbs as well. Much of the works carried out on the K2 are documented in a series of invoices and handwritten notes. The K2’s radiator has been recorded and the fuel tank has been replaced and the electrical system, including the distributor has been repaired. Some of the invoices note that the K2 was upgraded to electronic ignition, but this appears to have caused running issues and it has now been returned to standard.

The Allard also sports a custom stainless-steel exhaust which was fitted in July 2017 at a cost of £1,200.

Now ready for a new home, this rare K-Series Allard would make a great addition to any collection or as the perfect introduction to period competition work, especially as parts for the engine and gearbox are in plentiful supply.

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1955 Land Rover Series I 107’’ Estimate: £14,000 - £16,000* Reg No: KFF 555 Chassis No: 57201147

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MOT: Exempt

Designed by Maurice Wilks in 1947, a Land-Rover rates highly on any list of the world’s most significant vehicles, and the earlier - and therefore purer - the better. By the 1957 model year, during which this example was made, weak points had been ironed out to bring the 4x4 to a specification that would last for decades. A simple ladder frame chassis, steel bulkhead and rugged square-formed aluminium panels created a strong workhorse for light industrial, countryside and military use alike. In 1954, 86-inch and 107-inch wheelbases were introduced, and by 1957, a ‘high-speed’ 2-litre diesel motor was added to the power options. This diesel engine necessitated Solihull lengthening the front part of the chassis, bringing the Landie to its 88-inch and 109-inch wheelbases which then ran until the introduction of coil springing in the mid-1980s.

Manufactured in 1955, chassis number 57201147 is reputed to have been supplied new to the Royal Air Force. Fitted with a 2.0-litre straight-four petrol engine allied to the four-speed manual transmission, it is thought to have been retained by the RAF until 1981 when it was demobbed and road registered ‘KFF 555’. The Land Rover was acquired by the vendor in 2000 having been residing in the South West for several years, and shortly after acquisition benefitted from a new galvanized chassis supplied by Land Rover specialists Richard Chassis of Doncaster, along with a new galvanized bulkhead from Radford Bros. of Aberdeen (also Land Rover specialists). Seeing light use while in the vendor’s possession, most notably for two-weeks a year at a music festival in the Yorkshire Dales, the Land Rover now shows a recorded but highly credible mileage of just 72,000 miles. Benefitting from regular maintenance and improvements as required during the vendor’s custodianship, the 107’’ has received a new petrol tank in 2014, parabolic springs in 2018 and front wheel cylinders in 2020 (amongst other improvements). Offered with a selection previous MOTs and tax discs, and a current V5C.

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1938 Austin 18 Norfolk Estimate: £7,000 - £9,000*

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Reg No: EYH 95 MOT: Exempt Chassis No: ERY53388 The large Austin 18 Saloon was supplied in two different wheelbases to carry five (Norfolk) or seven passengers (Windsor), that was introduced

by Austin on 14th July 1937. Its engine and front seat were mounted nine inches further forward than on the old York 16 it replaced. One result was a relatively short bonnet and a good driving position. The engine, carried forward from the 18hp York model of the old 16 had received small improvements which increased the engine’s output.

Finished in Black and Green with a complementing Green leather interior, this attractive Austin 18 Norfolk has just 2 former keepers recorded on the V5C, since first being registered on the 30th of May, 1938. Prior to current ownership, the Norfolk had resided in Essex with the car’s second and long-term owner and enthusiast, since the 1980s, up until his passing in 2017. In that ownership, documentation describes the dash as being refinished at a cost of over £7000, with the seats and interior door panels reupholstered. The body was removed and repaired before the chassis was media blasted and then painted. In addition, there were new chrome wheels and a full restoration of the interior, a new stainless exhaust, new wiring loom, new rear brakes and oil seals. This is believed to have been some 10 years ago. Sadly, the car was in storage for several years, receiving a few scratches whilst in storage. The car also has a 4-speed synchromesh gearbox and has a unique four-leg hydraulic jacking system.

There is an old bill of sale from May 2018 on file, for the purchase of the Austin following storage. The accompanying invoices document some of the work carried out on ‘EYH 95’ over the succeeding years. Austins of Old Arley Ltd supplied a head gasket and coil in June of 2018 and in August of that year, a cylinder head and plugs. Older invoices document service items, such as a rotor arm. Offered with an Austin 18 handbook, some old MOT paperwork, a collection of invoices and a current V5C.

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1954 Bentley R-Type Convertible Estimate: £55,000 - £65,000* Reg No: RAS 832

MOT: Exempt

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Chassis No: B190YD

An obvious evolution of its MkVI predecessor, the Bentley R-Type was introduced at the 1952 Earls Court Motor Show. Subtly reworked from the previous model by inhouse stylist John Blatchley, it boasted a notably larger boot and reprofiled rear wings.

Switching from riveted to welded frame construction at chassis B349TO, the newcomer featured independent coil-and-wishbone front suspension, a leaf-sprung ‘live’ rear axle and servo-assisted four-wheel drum brakes (hydraulic front / rod rear). Powered by a ‘big bore’ 4566cc straight-six inlet-over-exhaust engine allied to either four-speed manual or automatic transmission, the R-Type was a surprisingly strong performer, able to reach more than 100mph. Praised by the contemporary motoring press for its high-speed handling and well-appointed interior, the model remained in production until 1955 by which time some 2,017 Standard Steel Saloons are thought to have been made with many features the same as the R-Type continental.

Starting life as Standard Steel Saloon, this attractive and unusual Bentley was rebodied to special order as a two-door Fixed Head by McKenzie during the 1980s at a cost of £30,000 (a figure which would need to be multiplied several times over if a similar conversion were to be undertaken today). Still in Coupe guise when sold via one of our 2002 auctions, the R-Type was subsequently adapted into its current Convertible configuration. In recent years the car has been the subject of much improvement which now sees it finished in a striking Light Metallic Green with a sumptuous Cream leather interior and glossy Walnut veneers. Offered with a current V5C and a history file detailing, amongst others, much recent expenditure. Reportedly running and driving well, this one-off R-Type Convertible is ready to turn heads wherever she goes.

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1991 Rover Mini Neon No Reserve*

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Reg No: J52 LBG MOT: November 2024 Chassis No: SAXXL2S1020495283 The original Mini was a revolution on wheels - offering iconic style and space for the masses. The fuel crisis beating ‘people’s car’ that became a fashion icon, synonymous with Britain and the ‘swinging ‘60s’. The mechanical genius of the design placed the ubiquitous ‘A-Series’ engine transversely across the frame with the gearbox with its sump. A rubber cone suspension replaced springs, accentuating the ‘go-kart’like handling and allowing for 80 percent of the floorpan to be used by passengers and their luggage. The 80s and 90s saw the classic Mini wearing satin Black/Grey bumpers on some models, to aid modernisation in the changing range of a ‘modern’ Austin Rover line-up. Later examples began to accept their aesthetic heritage and chrome bumpers returned.

First registered on the 30th of September 1991, this special edition Neon (998cc) iteration of the 1990s classic Mini, displays just c.65,690 miles from new. Finished in a Dark Silver with a Silver cloth upholstery, the mileage is believed to be correct, with all MOTs from new on file to support this. There are just 3 former keepers recorded on the V5C, this manual example is offered with a collection of old MOTs, the original handbooks and service book and even comes with the original sales invoice. The vendor describes the car as in ‘outstanding condition. With a recent service and 12 months MOT, this is a true classic limited edition Mini, to be enjoyed into the future.

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1975 Lincoln Continental Mk IV Lipstick Edition

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Limited edition, c.54,000 miles Estimate: £11,000 - £13,000* Reg No: JOK 786N MOT: March 2023 Chassis No: 5Y89A847268 Introduced in 1972, the supremely comfortable Lincoln Continental Mark IV was a personal luxury coupe and Ford’s answer to the Cadillac Eldorado. The Wes Dahlberg styled newcomer was longer, lower and lighter than its predecessor. Still very much a neoclassical design, its vertical Rolls-Royce-esque grille, faux spare wheel housing trunk lid and opera windows let into the C-pillars. The interior featured a ‘Twin Comfort Lounge’ bench front seat with 6-way power adjustment, air-conditioning, Cartier clock, electric windows, and plentiful sound deadening. Powered by a 460 cu in (7.5 litre) V8 engine allied to a three-speed automatic transmission, the special edition Blue Diamond, Black Diamond, and the Lipstick Edition were made in lower volume allowing the owner to stand out from the crowd!

Manufactured in 1975, this Lipstick Edition was supplied new to the United States, finished in White (one of two Lipstick Edition colours the other being Red), with the complementary White interior with Red trimmings, and the exterior finished by a moulded side-strip. Fitted with the aforementioned 7500cc V8 engine allied to the three-speed automatic transmission, the Lincoln arrived on UK shores in 2004. Now showing a recorded mileage of just 54,000 miles (at time of consignment), which is believed, but not warranted to be genuine mileage from new, ‘JOK 786N’ has been in the hands of the vendor since 2017. Presented in a very original, well-preserved condition and ‘fully loaded’ with power seats, electric windows with locking function, cruise control and a Cartier clock, the Continental has been subject to much improvement while in current ownership including new shock absorbers and underside cleaning and Waxoyling in 2018 and a replacement ignition module and plugs in 2021 (to the cost of some £550). Accompanied to sale by a selection of previous MOT certificates, several past invoices, an original sales brochure, images of the Lincoln, and a current V5C document. A low-production limited edition, it epitomises Lincoln’s ultimate ‘land yacht’ ethos.

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1932 Standard Avon Special Estimate: £9,000 - £11,000* Reg No: Unregistered (Formerly JA 3813) Chassis No: 201/91

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MOT: Exempt

Appointed as joint Managing Director of the Standard Motor Company in 1929, Captain John Black pushed his new employer to make rolling chassis available to outside coachbuilders including Swallow, Jensen and New Avon. Founded in 1919, the latter spent much of the following decade bodying Lea-Francis and the occasional Austin. However, when ‘LeaF’ started to struggle financially the Warwick-based coachbuilder were drawn to the idea of producing their ‘own’ limited production models. Momentum grew and New Avon took a stand at the 1931 Olympia Motor Show to showcase its Standard-based wares. Priced at £315 in 1932, the Standard Avon Special Coupé, earned accolades for its sleek design, described as possessing ‘pleasing modern looks’ by The Motor magazine. Crafted by C.F. Beauvais, a former art department member at The Motor, the newcomer boasted ‘sporty’ Rudge Whitworth wheels and a high-compression cylinder head. With only a few surviving examples today, the Avon Coupé stands as a rare gem in automotive history.

Entering the current ownership as a ‘barn find’ in 1989, this particular example underwent much detailed restoration work before momentum was lost including the expert reconstruction of the ash frame and extensive bodywork repairs, leading to its present Silver exterior. The engine received a comprehensive overhaul by a seasoned vintage car specialist, however, the car has not been operational for some time. The brakes, steering and interior all require renovation not to mention the electrics and fuel system etc. The car’s original registration number ‘JA 3813’ has not been reissued to another car by the DVLA. As such, it should be possible to have it reallocated to the Standard Avon Special albeit on a non-transferable basis. The vehicle comes with a comprehensive documentation package, featuring a collection of photographs capturing the car’s initial discovery in the ‘barn find’ state, its journey through the restoration process, and a curated selection of manuals, literature, wiring diagrams, and invoices from various stages of the restoration, providing a detailed narrative of the car’s rich history and transformation over the years.

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1934 MG N-Type Magnette One owner since 1968 & recent professional body and mechanical overhaul

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Estimate: £33,000 - £37,000* Reg No: XG 3009 Chassis No: NA0638

MOT: Exempt

Introduced in 1934, the MG N-Type Magnette was notable for its use of a tapered chassis frame (the side members being wider at the rear than the front) and Silentbloc bushes on which the bodywork was mounted.

Powered by a 1271cc OHC straight-six engine allied to four-speed manual transmission, the initial NA derivative was a brisk performer. The twoand four-seater tourer designs produced by the factory proved popular with their distinctive swept-tails and partially recessed spare wheels but customers could also opt for more bespoke creations from the likes of Carbodies and Allingham. Of the 738 MG N-Type Magnettes built, just 176 are understood to have been NA Two-Seaters.

First registered in Middlesborough on 29th December 1934 (or so its ‘XG 3009’ number plate would imply), chassis NA 0638 survived WW2 and had migrated to Devon some two decades later. An accompanying continuation buff logbook records the MG being sold by Rays Motors of 123 Sidwell St, Exeter to local man Mr Lush during 1957 and changing hands twice more before entering the current ownership in 1968. Used and enjoyed for a number of years, the NA Magnette was subsequently tucked away in the vendor’s garage until the decision was made to entrust it to Chisbon Restorations of Essex for an extensive restoration.

A protracted affair, the work took some twelve years to complete. Driven approximately 200 miles since then, the two-seater was again taken off the road around three year ago due to its long term keeper’s ill health.

Unfortunately, it appears that he will never be comfortable behind the wheel again and so the decision has been taken in consultation with his family to offer it to market. Finished in two-tone Red (Tartan over Crimson) with Red leather upholstery, ‘XG 3009’ remains highly presentable.

Starting readily during our recent photography session, the MG idled happily but would doubtless benefit from a thorough service and some recommissioning following its recent inactivity. A true Post-Vintage thoroughbred, this rare and handsome NA Magnette is surely deserving of another long-term custodian.

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2015 Land Rover 90 Defender ‘Landmark Edition’ Station Wagon

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Warranted 44,000 miles from new Estimate: £34,000 - £38,000* Reg No: SJ65 KMR MOT: September 2024 Chassis No: SALLDWBP7FA470244 The now iconic Land Rover was launched in 1948 and, incredibly, production of the traditional Defender only finished in January 2016 after a continuous run of 67 years. Outwardly, there is little to distinguish the post-1983 Defender vehicles from the Series III Land Rover. Internally, coil springs offered a more comfortable ride and a permanent four-wheel-drive system derived from the Range Rover featuring a two-speed transfer gearbox with a lockable centre differential gave even better offroading capabilities. A modernised interior and a new series of progressively more powerful and modern engines characterised things under the skin.

First registered as ‘G8 MDL’ on 30th September 2015, chassis SALLDWBP7FA470244 is believed to have been built to special order some six months earlier. As one of the Landmark Edition models, its luxurious specification already included a 150W audio system with subwoofer, leather-rimmed steering wheel, air-conditioning, Premium leather upholstery, heated front seats, electric windows and carpets not to mention the stylish ‘Black Pack’ of exterior adornments.

To this has been added a factory sunroof, Silver ‘Defender’ bonnet script, Silver interior door handles, rubber over mats, Black side runners and a Gloss Black finish for the alloy wheels. The Santorini Black Metallic exterior paintwork is contrasted by a Montalcino Red Metallic roof and two-tone Ebony / Pimento hide to the interior. Mechanically standard, the four-seater is powered by a 2.2 litre turbodiesel engine allied to six-speed manual transmission; a combination which permits conversation at motorway speeds (a struggle in earlier Landies). Warranted to have covered 44,000 miles from new, the Station Wagon has been serviced at 5,028, 15,714, 25,223, 30,801, 36,374 and 41,988 miles (the garages concerned being either main dealer or marque specialist). Starting readily and running well during our recent photography session, ‘SJ65 KMR’ remains highly presentable. Proudly wearing a commemorative ‘1948-2015’ badge to its radiator grille, this notably late, low mileage and well equipped Defender is worthy of close inspection. Offered for sale with the V5C Registration Document, book pack and two keys.

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1988 Mercedes-Benz 300E No Reserve*

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Reg No: A3 0YC MOT: June 2024 Chassis No: WDB1240302A703084 Delivered new to its previous owner in March 1988, this top of the range 300E was ordered with pretty much every option on the pricelist. The original invoice from the time of initial order was for £33,875 - that is the equivalent of £122,000 in today’s money - it was quite a car. Painted blue black metallic and trimmed in grey leather, it has electric seats, driver’s lumbar support, air conditioning and an electric sunroof - these extras came to £6,329 alone when new. He also added a Mercedes-Benz car kit, fully colour coded which added a further £2,100 and BBS alloys with locking nuts, although these are no longer fitted to the car. The history file comes with the old style logbooks and the current V5C, showing the private number A3 OYC which was put on the car in 1992 and which is being included in the sale. The file also includes the handbook for the fitted Motorola 4500X car phone. There are plenty of bills and invoices for care and maintenance and the service book shows 13 service stamps plus a PDI, the most recent dated 2002 at 75,727 miles. The odometer shows just c.80,500 miles. Most recently, it had a new battery fitted, the fuel tank was drained and fresh fuel added, new fuel pumps, pipes and relay fitted followed by spark plugs, leads, distributor cap and rotor arm.

The current MOT expires in June 2024. The vendor advises that the car ‘runs very well, with the engine performing smoothly’ but does advise that ‘the paintwork on the bonnet has gone flat due to age’. Other than that, the car looks very smart and at just 80,500 miles has years of service left. The vendor has decided to offer the car for sale at No Reserve after having a summer of fun around the Peak District.

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2004 MG TF 160 Only 9,000 miles from new

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Estimate: £8,000 - £10,000* Reg No: BX04 XZN MOT: April 2024 Chassis No: SARRDLBPC4D628361 With a strong following as a modern classic, the MG Fs and TFs featured a mid-mounted 1.6-litre or 1.8-litre engine and arguably handle better than the highly regarded Mazda MX5. The second-generation MG TF changed from the earlier car’s complex Hydragas suspension, in favour of coil springs. With the MkII’s launch came a revised grille and headlights.

Production was suspended in April 2005, when MG Rover collapsed but not before 39,249 MkII MG TFs were built (from 2002 onwards). A great value British classic.

Manufactured in 2004, ‘BX04 XZN’ was first registered on the 1st of March that year. Finished in the special-order paintwork of monochrome Black Olive paintwork, it is rumoured to be one of a mere 38 TFs to have been finished in this colour. Featuring a Black and Grey interior upholstery and a Black roof, this desirable TF 160 model was purchased by the vendor in 2021. Previously, the MG was reputedly in the ownership of just one family before (albeit equating to several keepers). Offered having covered just 9,000 miles from new, the MG has two sets of keys and remotes.

Benefitting from servicing upon purchase by the vendor; camshaft followers, timing belts and tensioner kit, and alternator repair were received in 2022; and another service with new battery this year.

Accompanied by the combined service book and owner’s handbook, a collection of MOTs and MOT history, and a current V5C document, ‘BX04 XZN’ is a great opportunity to purchase surely one of the lowest mileage TFs around, in one of the rarest paint colours.

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1916 Ford Model T No Reserve* Reg No: BF 5896 Chassis No: 1032698

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MOT: Exempt

With the introduction of a moving assembly line in 1913, Henry Ford famously turned his Model T into the world’s first mass made car. A year later, Model Ts represented 56% of all automobile manufacture in the USA at 308,162 units. However, it was not just the sheer volume of Model Ts rolling off the production line that motorised America, it was the inherent quality of the design. Launched in 1908, the T’s chassis and mechanical components were made from exceptionally durable, high-grade vanadium steel. The Ford also featured a compact 2890cc, sidevalve, four-cylinder engine that pioneered the use of a detachable cylinder head. Developing 23hp at a leisurely 1,600rpm and 80lbft of torque, it was mounted in unit with the clutch and two-speed epicyclic gearbox assembly. Top speed was limited to around 45mph depending upon bodywork, whiles brakes operated on both the transmission and the rear wheels. With a 100” wheelbase, 10” ground clearance and transverse leaf-sprung suspension, the T was perfectly adapted to unmade roads.

Built on the 5th January 1915, ‘BF 5896’ was purchased from Iowa, USA, by the late owner in 2011 at a cost of some £14,200 and subsequently restored by him and used for various local shows and rallies. The ‘T’ was last started and run in January of 2023. Some literature accompanies the car, including Ford Model T service book and three books on the Model T marque. Accompanying the ‘T’ are 2x CD manuals, printed vehicle information from the DVLA, a number plate authorisation certificate and a letter from Ford Model T Register. Included with the vehicle is the current V5C Registration Document which confirms the ‘T’ was first registered in the UK in 2011.

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1989 Austin Mini Thirty No Reserve*

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Reg No: G580 XAN MOT: October 2024 Chassis No: SAXXL2S1N20432356 The original Mini’s evolution from a ‘people’s car’ into a ‘lifestyle statement’ can be charted via the various limited editions it birthed. The first of these, the Mini 1000 ‘Stripey’ LE, arrived in 1976 and teamed Brooklands Green paint with striped cloth upholstery. Debuting three years later to celebrate two decades of the diminutive saloon’s production, the Mini 20 featured a choice of Silver or Rose metallic paint, tinted glass, cut-pile carpets, alloy wheels and extra instrumentation. Unveiled in June 1989, the Mini Thirty was restricted to 3,000 units. Not available outside the UK, the newcomer could be specified with Cherry Red or Black pearlescent paint and sported ‘1959-1989’ motifs to its steering wheel boss, bonnet badge, seat backs and C-posts. Trimmed in Black half-leather upholstery with Red cut-pile carpets and a Red leather steering wheel cover, the four-seater also boasted a heated rear window, 998cc A-Series engine allied to either four-speed manual or automatic transmission, servoassisted front disc brakes and alloy wheels. Promoted by 1960s supermodel Twiggy in a TV advertisement titled ‘You never forget your first Mini’, the Thirty was priced at £5,995.

Reportedly won as a competition prize by the first of its two former keepers, ‘G580 XAN’ has formed part of a small private collection since October 2000. Entrusted by the vendor to Motor Vehicle Specialists of Coalville for an extensive restoration shortly after acquisition, the Mini Thirty was treated to a new subframe and thorough bodywork refurbishment. The exterior is still notably smart over twenty years later, while the interior remains largely original. Kept in a carpeted garage and scarcely driven, ‘G580 XAN’ has been freshly MOT tested ahead of the sale. Riding on wider than standard ‘Minilight’ alloy wheels and warranted to have covered 83,000 miles from new, this tempting limited edition Mini is offered for sale with V5C Registration Document, MOTs dating back to 1992 and sundry paperwork.

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1952 Lea-Francis 14hp Special Tourer

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Estimate: £12,000 - £15,000* Reg No: HCO 115 Chassis No: 9954

MOT: Exempt

Chassis ‘9954’ was produced in 1952 as a Saloon and registered new to Lea-Francis Cars Ltd. and described in records as a ‘Works Supply MkIV’.

Subsequently supplied to Car Sales Plymouth Ltd. on the 31st of July 1952, the Lea-Francis latterly known to have been in the ownership of a J. P. Raby Esq at H.M. Rosyth Dockyard from 1969 until the early 2000s, when ‘9954’ was bought as a restoration project by the restorer.

Provided with a full and comprehensive restoration between 2001 and 2011, the body was reconstructed as an attractive four-seater tourer, with a new frame provided, suicide doors produced, and the bodywork clad in 1mm aluminium, along with the original saloon front end and rear. The engine was overhauled with a new inlet camshaft, skimmed head and new head gasket, and new core plugs, with the vendor informing ‘HCO 115’ still is showing good oil pressure. The remaining mechanical including gearbox, rear axle, steering, and brakes were all refurbished as required. A new hood trimmed in Black and side screens were provided, with a complete re-wire, before the Lea-Francis was finished in Green paintwork with a re-trimmed Green leather interior.

Purchased by the vendor during 2021, ‘9954’ has covered approximately 1,000 miles since purchase and has benefitted from further improvements to the electrics with a new distributor, points, plugs, and leads. A refurbished Kevlar coated fuel tank, overhauled carburettors by Burlen Fuel, fully refurbished brakes with new wheel cylinders, master brake cylinder and re-lined shoes have also been provided. A full and detailed engine condition report by AG Classics, with a clean bill of health, is included in the history file. Completing the Beamish Reliability Run and the Holme 100 hillclimb during the vendor’s ownership, the vendor informs that the Lea-Francis has been ‘reliable, goes really well and is a great touring car’.

The aforementioned history file contains a large collection of invoices, images relating to the restoration, previous MOT certificates, technical literature, an original Instruction Book, and a current V5C document. The vendor notes that the fuel gauge is intermittent, as is the speedometer but usually only for the first mile.

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2003 Toyota MR2 VVTI 17,500 miles from new

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No Reserve* Reg No: DE53 NHM MOT: February 2024 Chassis No: JTDFR320500062184 Ordered new by the only private owner on the 15th of September 2003 through Bentleys Toyota of Warrington, Cheshire, the MR2 VVTi offered was specified from new with a six-CD changer and factory hard-top.

Costing a total of £20,875 when new, ‘DE53 NHM’ was finished in Astral Black with a body coloured hard-top, Black hood, and a Red cloth interior upholstery from the factory. Used sparingly throughout the gentleman’s ownership, the Toyota has covered minimal mileage, with now a mere 17,500 warranted miles from new (at the time of consignment). Sold by the first owner in 2021 to a convertible specialist, the Toyota has remained with them since and is now offered having had just one private (and one business) owner from new.

Regularly serviced during its life, the accompanying service book displays seven services, with all but one completed by the supplying dealership, and a further three servicing invoices are present in the documents file that are not recorded in the service book. The history file also contains the original book pack, original order form, numerous previous MOT certificates, an MOT certificate until February next year, a selection of invoices, and a current V5C document showing one former keeper. The Toyota is also accompanied by two sets of keys and the factory hard-top.

Fitted with a new brake master cylinder in 2019 and a new alternator in 2020, the MR2 is due to be freshly serviced in time for sale.

Pleasingly displaying the dealer registration plates front and rear, and dealer stickers in both the soft-top screen and the hard-top screen, ‘DE53 NHM’ is thought to be an exceptionally original example. Low mileage examples of the now iconic MR2 are few and far between, and this example, having had just one private keeper from new, and with its strong service history, is surely one not to be missed!

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1992 Mercedes-Benz 560 SEC Estimate: £14,000 - £16,000*

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Reg No: J313EAL MOT: Chassis No: WDB1260452A586597 PLEASE NOTE: This vehicle has been withdrawn.

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1949 Singer 4A Roadster No Reserve* Reg No: 971 UYG Chassis No: 4A4533T

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MOT: Exempt

The Singer Roadster was a two-door, four-seater Convertible version of the Bantam Saloon and was first sold in 1939. The traditional body comprised alloy panels fixed to a wooden frame. Power came from the same 1074cc four-cylinder OHC engine found in the Bantam, but the output was slightly higher (36bhp), courtesy of a superior inlet manifold and downdraught SU carburetter - sufficient for a top speed of around 65mph. The unit was initially mated to a three-speed manual gearbox.

Suspension was by leaf springs all round and the drum brakes were mechanically operated. The model re-emerged virtually unchanged after WW2, and remained so until the 4A variant of 1949. This featured a Solex carburetter in place of the SU and benefited from a four-speed gearbox. Production of the Roadster continued until 1955, by which time some 11,063 had been built. Virtually all pre-1953 examples were exported, after which home market cars became available in quantity for the first time. The 4A is among the rarest of the Singer Roadsters with just 4,122 made.

According to an email on file from Bill Haverley of the Association of Singer Car Owners, chassis 4A4533T was despatched to Vaughan Motors of New York on May 25th 1950. Resident in America for most of its life, the 4A Roadster belonged to Howard Singer Esq of La Jolla, California for nigh on four decades before being repatriated by the vendor’s late father during 2010. Acquired as a restoration project for £6,500, the four-seater was recommissioned rather than refurbished passing a MOT test on November 16th 2016 at an indicated 26,023 miles. Subsequently laid-up due to its late owner’s ill health, the Singer’s odometer reading has only increased by circa 190 miles since then. Finished in Silver with Black upholstery, the 4A Roadster appears to be substantially complete.

Offered for sale with V5C Registration Document and history file.

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1951 David Brown Cropmaster No Reserve* Reg No: HVJ 402 Chassis No: AK48564

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MOT: Exempt

In the post-war era, David Brown Ltd was one of the UK’s largest tractor manufacturers. Following the acquisition of Aston Martin in 1947, these two elements of the family business became closely linked, sharing facilities and management; indeed, the manufacturing of Aston Martin cars was overseen by the tractor division’s chief engineer, Bert Ashfield, while engine design and production was based at Meltham. But its owner’s subsidisation of his beloved Aston Martin could not be sustained forever. When the sports car maker was sold in 1972, the tractor division was bought by Tenneco International, which eventually re-badged its products as ‘Case’, another tractor manufacturer it owned.

The David Brown Diesel Cropmaster was built in West Yorkshire between 1950 and 1956. A unique feature to the Cropmaster is the double seat configuration, which allows a passenger to sit comfortably alongside the driver, with it no surprise that the Cropmaster soon became affectionately known as the ‘courting tractor’! In total some 59,800 models were understood manufactured, making this series of tractor numerically second only to the 990 models.

Guaranteed to excite the more-knowledgeable enthusiasts at your local agricultural show, or even at Aston Martin gatherings, this David Brown Cropmaster is powered by a four-cylinder petrol engine (which can be switched to run on paraffin once hot) and driven via a three-speed gearbox. The Cropmaster was acquired into the current significant private collection of tractors and cars since 2009, and since acquisition it has been used for the occasional road run and event alongside the other vehicles in the collection. Starting readily and running well upon consignment, this tidy example is shod with good tyres. Offered with a current V5C document showing three former keepers.

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2011 Hummer HX Estimate: £12,000 - £15,000*

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Reg No: FX61 ANF MOT: Chassis No: L9AUGK71BA000003 PLEASE NOTE: This vehicle has been withdrawn.

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1975 Bentley T1 Only 23,000 miles from new

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Estimate: £26,000 - £30,000* Reg No: KTW 554N MOT: Exempt Chassis No: SRH20478 At launch, the T1 was powered by a 172bhp V8 engine of 6230cc, though this was enlarged to 6750cc during 1970. Early cars employed the same GM automatic transmission as the S3, but this was superseded by the Turbo Hydramatic system from 1970 onwards. The car’s famed ‘magic carpet ride was achieved courtesy of a high-pressure hydraulic system licensed from Citroen. Initially, it featured self-levelling at both ends, but this was deleted from the front in 1969. Fewer than 2000 Bentley T1s were sold, which makes this example a much rarer and more exciting proposition.

Chassis ‘SBH20478’ was manufactured in 1975 and was supplied new to the home market via Jack Barclay Ltd., being registered new on the 10th of March that year. Originally registered ‘TES 394’ to the first owner, who lived near Coupar Angus in the Scottish Highlands, the second owner was P&A Wood (although copy contemporary DVLA documentation features, intriguingly, a related reference to Daks Simpson, Jermyn Street, London). Passing through two further keepers, one understood to have been a Bentley Drivers Club member, the fifth (current) owner purchased the T1, then showing barely 16,000 miles, from Silver Lady Services in Bournemouth in June 2005 and has used the Bentley sparingly since.

Finished in Scots Pine Green paintwork with complementary Green leather interior upholstery and carpeting, ‘KTW 554N’ has now covered just 23,194 miles from new (at the time of consignment).

In the vendor’s eighteen-year ownership, the T1 has enjoyed re-polished woodwork, fitting of replacement bumper ends, and a new stainless-steel exhaust. Offered with stamped service history from before and at the start of the vendor’s ownership, ‘SBH20478’ has been looked after by highly respected marque specialist Silver Chalice of Sheffield during the vendor’s ownership, with invoices and MOTs on file for this period. Recently driven by the vendor over 280 miles from Scotland to the midlands in preparation for the auction, without incident. Rated as ‘very good’ by the vendor in regards to bodywork and paintwork, the vendor summarises the engine, gearbox, electrical equipment, and interior trim to be ‘excellent’.

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Registration Number ‘8838 KR’ Estimate: £1,000 - £1,500*

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Estimate: £3,000 - £4,000*

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• Desirable registration number

Registration Number ‘700 AVU’ Estimate: £2,000 - £3,000*

Registration Number ‘AMW 1’ Estimate: £20,000 - £30,000* • Desirable registration number

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• Desirable registration number

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Estimate: £9,000 - £11,000*

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• Desirable registration number

• Desirable registration number

Registration Number ‘60 CTJ’

Registration Number ‘90 TY’

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1967 Austin Mini Cooper S 1275 No Reserve*

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Reg No: OBP 210E MOT: Exempt Chassis No: C-A2S7/985511 According to the BMC Heritage Certificate accompanying the vehicle, chassis C-A2S7/985511 was manufactured on April 27, 1967, and despatched to the dealer, Ash Limited of Guernsey, on June 20, 1967.

Originally presented in Almond Green with an Old English White Roof, featuring a Porcelain Green and Dove Grey interior, the car, registered as 19512 in Guernsey, is believed to have been in the possession of a single owner since its inception. Subsequently repainted Black with a White roof and fitted with a Smiths Rev Counter, the car, after years of use, underwent neglect and was laid up with 68,876 miles on the odometer.

In approximately 2019, the current vendor, an avid Mini collector residing in the UK Mainland, acquired the car with plans for restoration.

Transporting it back with admiration from Guernsey residents who recognized the vehicle, he commenced the registration process with the DVLA, resulting in the car being registered as ‘OBP 210E.’ Despite initial intentions to restore, the project has remained untouched, and as the vendor prioritizes other ventures, this rare Cooper S is now being offered to the highest bidder.

Upon examination, the car, while in need of comprehensive restoration, is relatively complete. The only known missing component is the airbox for the Twin SU HS2 carburettors. The original shell, though requiring attention, appears solid, with notable rust issues in the sills and front floor pans due to previous fiberglass repairs. The nearside rear floor pan seems intact, requiring minor attention on the offside. Roof repairs, albeit imperfect, are evident on the driver’s side front corner, and the roof gutters need restoration. A-posts, scuttle, and wings seem salvageable. Notably, the original 1275 Cooper S engine (engine number 9F-SA-Y/46002) is present, necessitating a complete overhaul. Despite its current state, the vendor managed to start the engine, noting its original 11-stud cylinder head. Rarely does a genuine Cooper S in restoration project condition become available, presenting a unique opportunity for a prospective owner. Offered for the first time on the open market, this Mini, brimming with potential, will go under the hammer at No Reserve.

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1983 Lotus Esprit S3 Estimate: £12,000 - £15,000*

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Reg No: PVK 601Y MOT: None Chassis No: SCC085912CED11305 Widely regarded as the best of the normally-aspirated, Giorgetto Giugiaro-styled Lotus Esprits, the S3 was introduced on April the 22nd 1981. Visually updated via a plethora of colour-coded aerodynamic aids (front spoiler, side skirts, air scoops, etc), the model also boasted a new steering wheel, seats, and instruments. Derived from the Essex Turbo Esprit, its galvanised backbone chassis featured all-round independent suspension, rack-and-pinion steering, and four-wheel disc brakes. Light and supremely agile in the best Lotus tradition, the S3 was powered by a mid-mounted 2174cc DOHC four-cylinder engine allied to a five-speed manual transmission. With a quoted 160bhp and 160lbft of torque on tap, it was reputedly capable of 0-60mph in 6.7 seconds and 135mph.

Notably more refined thanks to increased sound deadening, the junior supercar remained in production until 1987 by which time just 767 are thought to have been made.

The S3 offered is a home market example having been supplied new to the United Kingdom, being first registered on the 1st of April that year.

Finished in ‘Ferrari Red’ with Cream leather interior upholstery, the Esprit has benefitted from the fitment of a Turbo body kit and tailgate, and an attractive set of aftermarket split-rim alloy wheels. Taken off the road in a previous ownership (during 2008) with a view to restoring the Lotus, the restoration progressed as far as the paintwork being renewed before the project stalled. Standing for many years before being purchased by the vendor, the Lotus was mechanically recommissioned in July 2023 with a cambelt change, new starting equipment (coil, leads, etc.), a new distributor, fuelling system flush, new brake pads and handbrake cable, and new carpets. Showing some 71,400 miles on the odometer at the time of consignment, the Esprit will require some further fettling before pressing into road action. Accompanied by a current V5C document, the Lotus will be eligible for MOT exemption next year.

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2002 Porsche 911 Carrera 2 Cabriolet

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Estimate: £9,000 - £11,000* Reg No: F21 JOB MOT: July 2024 Chassis No: WP0ZZZ99Z2S644478 Asked to nominate his favourite generation of Porsche 911 during its 50th Anniversary celebrations in 2013, racing driver and journalist Tiff Needell chose the 996 commenting: “This was the model that brought the 911 into the modern world. We finally got rid of the VW pedals and had a chassis that handled in a much more progressive and controllable manner. Not a convert before, completely converted after!” Traditionalists may have decried the 996’s water-cooled engine and shared Boxster componentry, however, the newcomer’s use of a brand-new platform (the 911’s first since 1963) meant that it was notably lighter, stiffer, and more aerodynamic than its 993 predecessor. Equipped with four-valve cylinder heads, the 996’s 3.4-litre engine developed 296bhp and 258lbft (outputs comparable to those of the 993 Carrera RS’s 3.8-litre unit). Allied to either a six-speed manual or five-speed Tiptronic transmission, the free-revving flat-six enabled the 2+2-seater to sprint to 60mph in 5 seconds and onto 174mph. More ergonomically laid out and spacious than that of any previous 911, the 996’s cabin also boasted a far better HVAC system. The 2002 model year, saw a major upgrade to Carrera 2 and 4 with a ‘facelift’ to include the Turbo’s ‘teardrop’ headlamps, glovebox, sports steering wheel, and the larger 320bhp 3.6-litre engine (featuring Variocam Plus variable valve timing and opening technology).

This 2002 Carrera 2 Cabriolet is a 3.6 litre example with the desirable manual transmission option and Aero pack rear spoiler and side-skirts.

Displaying a credible 80,000 miles recorded, the Cabriolet has 2 former keepers with the DVLA. Sadly, we are told the service history and book pack are missing. The vendor advises us the soft-top hood mechanism has a fault in that the rear hood-deck panel fails to lift during hood lowering operation, which in turn means the hood structure cannot be fully retracted. Otherwise reported to be in good running order, ‘JOB’ will be driven 50 miles to sale venue.

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2003 Vauxhall VX220 Just 15,700 miles from new

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Estimate: £13,000 - £15,000* Reg No: FV03 XWP MOT: August 2024 Chassis No: W0L0EAR972N004005 The VX220’s overall budget for design and development was extremely limited and the first major challenge was how, and where, to build it.

Neither Vauxhall in Britain nor Opel in Europe had the ability in any of their plants to build such a specialist car that was being proposed. In the UK, already proven Lotus had a problem. Financially, Lotus could not reengineer the Elise for new legislation on its own and was actively looking for a partner to share the costs.

The Skipton project was the perfect match for both Lotus and VauxhallOpel and Lotus successfully submitted a tender to undertake the codevelopment, prototype construction, and series production of 7000 cars over 3 years at their Hethel factory. Based on a Series 2 Elise chassis and powered by a 145bhp Ecotec 2.2 Litre engine, the VX220 launched at the 1999 Geneva Motor Show, with production starting in March 2001.

The VX220 Turbo was launched for production the following year with a quoted 0-62 mph in 4.7 seconds and a top speed of 151mph. Fast becoming a very rare find and an ideal “track car” with a kerb weight of just 930kg, the VX220 is still highly regarded and sought after to this day.

Displaying a mere c.15,700 miles from new and 5 former keepers recorded this V220 presents an enticing opportunity to purchase a low mileage example. Maintenance-wise, the car was last serviced in April of 2022 at just 15,450 miles and has 5 stamps in the service book, 4 with a Vauxhall main agent. Undoubtedly a modern classic that is, generally speaking, pretty much an ‘off the radar’ modern classic to the masses, yet offers as much driver enjoyment as its more famous siblings with higher-ranking brand badging, and is therefore sought after by those that know. The VX220 is offered with the original owner’s wallet, handbook, service book (5 stamps), a collection of invoices, two keys and a current V5C Registration Document.

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1988 Porsche 928 S4 No Reserve*

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Reg No: PBZ 9281 MOT: None Chassis No: WP0ZZZ92ZJS840107 Styled by American Tony Lapine, Porsche’s front-engined, water-cooled, V8-powered 2+2 928 was launched at the 1977 Geneva Motor Show. Its galvanised steel monocoque was suspended on double wishbones and coil springs at the front and lower wishbones with upper transverse link and coil springs at the rear.

Coming to the sale entered from a deceased estate and in family ownership since 2006, this manual 928 S4 displays c.121,700 miles.

It’s a UK-supplied ‘C16’ example and is a relative rarity as this car is fitted with a manual transmission. We believe the specification also includes a limited-slip differential (LSD) and sports seats. First reg on 4th January 1988, the car was originally supplied to Parker and Parker of Kendal, Cumbria. We can see there have been 6 former keepers with ownership from 1997-2001 with a J. Blackledge of Blackburn and a Mr Shaikh, also of Blackburn from 2001 until the most recent ownership began in May, 2006.

The deceased owner had also owned a classic Elan Sprint (also in our sale) and a later Elan M100 and was an active member of motoring clubs, including The Independent Porsche Enthusiasts Club (TIPEC). In recent years this 924 S4 has benefitted from maintenance and parts primarily

by Loe Bank Motors Ltd of Bury, Lancashire, with the work including; a crankshaft speed sensor (2018), NSF top wishbone assembly, rack mountings and power steering pipes. The last cambelt change occurred at 119,366 miles, on 6th July, 2015 by Porsche Independent Specialist Tony Greatorex. Indeed, the service book displays 29 entries over the years, with the last entry at 121,305 on 25th August, 2017, on the occasion of a service. As part of the documentation with the car is a mileage record diary, which has been kept by the later owner between May 2006 and September 2015. The S4 is being offered with a current V5C and an old V5 on file, a Porsche 928 S4 service manual, the original handbook and service book and a collection of invoices and old MOT certificates.

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1978 Ford Escort RS Mexico Estimate: £24,000 - £28,000*

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Reg No: PMS 533T MOT: Exempt Chassis No: BBATUB75535 When the Escort was re-launched as the Mk2 in 1975, Ford were keen not to lose any momentum on the sportier versions of the standard saloon and almost immediately made a ‘Mexico’ version available. Produced in Saarlouis, West Germany, the Escort Mk2 Mexico was produced between 1975-1978 replacing its Mk1 namesake. Only around 2,500 were manufactured and the specification was similar to the earlier car with a 1600cc engine, this time utilising the overhead-cam Pinto unit. It featured an aluminium sump, engine mounts, alternator bracket, and a cast iron manifold. The car’s performance was excellent and, together with great handling, made the Escort the car to beat in the World Rally Championship and the flat front Escort the most recognisable rally car of the era.

Finished in the popular colour combination of Venetian Red with the Black cloth interior upholstery, the much uprated Escort offered was subject to a four-page feature in the August 2015 edition of Classic Ford magazine.

Under the bonnet, a 2.0-litre Pinto engine rather than the original 1.6 unit is fitted, and utilises a Burton stage-3 cylinder head, Kent FR32 camshaft, 40-DHLA Dellorto carburettors, oil breather, a 4-2-1 manifold, Airtec high-capacity alloy radiator, and a large-bore twin-box exhaust system. Delivering 142bhp at the wheels, the engine is driven through a Type 9 five-speed gearbox to a 3J Driveline NXG limited-slip differential.

The suspension features coil-overs at the front and Gartrac springs and Bilstein dampers to the rear with poly-bushing all round.

A quick steering rack is fitted, and braking is courtesy of M16 spaced calipers, vented and grooved discs with EBC pads and an uprated master cylinder. Riding on four-spoke RS alloys with Yokohoma tyres, the exterior also features Cibie spotlights. Offered with a large history file that includes a current V5C document. Running well upon consignment, this Escort benefits from a host of mechanical upgrades.

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2003 Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG

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Warranted 26,000 miles from new Estimate: £22,000 - £26,000* Reg No: GD03 KNZ MOT: June 2024 Chassis No: WDB2304742F052008 Notable as the most powerful production car ever fielded by MercedesBenz upon its launch in 2002, the SL55 AMG received rave reviews from the contemporary motoring press. Boasting one of the greatest engines of the 2000s, its supercharged 5.5 litre V8 produced some 476bhp and 700Nm of torque. Allied to five-speed automatic transmission, it enabled the two-seater to sprint from 0-60mph in 4.5 seconds and on to a limited top speed of 155mph.

Though, AMG ‘let slip’ that a de-limited yet otherwise standard example had been clocked at 205mph! Surprisingly civilized given the performance on tap, the SL55 boasted a full suite of ‘creature comforts’ and a firm but not jarring ride. Visually enhanced via re-profiled bumpers, quad exhaust tips, and 18-inch alloy wheels, demand for the newcomer soon outstripped supply. An undoubted modern classic and one of those cars which is more than a sum of its parts, the SL55 AMG enjoys something of a cult following.

Finished in the handsome combination of Telurium Silver Metallic with Anthracite leather upholstery, chassis 052008 was built to a notably high specification including a Panoramic folding hardtop, Alpaca Grey Alcantara headliner, heated / massage front seats, Parktronic, air-conditioning, Keyless-GO, proximity controlled cruise control, electric folding mirrors, Xenon headlights, COMAND sat-nav, TV tuner and 18-inch five-spoke AMG alloy wheels etc.

First registered as ‘2 LO’ on 17th June 2003, the Mercedes-Benz was retained by its first keeper for thirteen years. Thereafter, the SL55 AMG belonged to an oil industry executive before entering the current (third) ownership after a prolonged search to find a suitably pampered, low mileage example. Serviced on an annual basis during the vendor’s tenure, the two-seater remains notably original and is warranted to have covered some 26,000 miles from new (the odometer showed 25,360 miles on the day of consignment). Kept on trickle charge, ‘GD03 KNZ’ started readily and ran well during our recent photography session. Pleasingly retaining a Mercedes-Benz battery and main dealer number plate surrounds, this notably low mileage SL55 AMG is offered for sale with original book pack, first-aid kit and MOT certificate valid until June 2024.

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2012 Jaguar XKR 5.0 Convertible

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Estimate: £22,000 - £25,000* Reg No: EA12 ZNK MOT: September 2024 Chassis No: SAJAC44R4CMB48617 Introduced at the 2005 Frankfurt Motor Show, the second-generation Jaguar XK range (codenamed X150) was styled by Ian Callum. Deliberately evoking the E-Type via its oval grille, speeding teardrop glasshouse and muscular haunches, the newcomer featured bonded/riveted aluminium construction, all-round independent suspension, power steering and four-wheel disc brakes. Powered by either a 4.2-litre V8 or 5.0-litre engine as per the sale car, both in supercharged or non-supercharged form, the standard-fit six-speed automatic transmission could either be left to its own devices or made to swap cogs by the steering wheel-mounted paddle shifts. A rival to the Porsche 911 (997) and Mercedes-Benz SL (R230), the Jaguar (X150) XK / XKR remained in production until 2014 by which time a mere 54,000 had been sold (compared to 212,704 Porsche 997s and 169,443 Mercedes-Benz R230s).

First registered on the 17th May 2012 and just 4 owners previously recorded, this XKR Convertible wears stunning Beluga Black (Silver Fleck) with a complementing Black leather interior. The XKR’s speedo displays some 49,000 miles. This XKR’s specification includes a Bowers and Wilkins 525W surround sound system, satellite navigation, 20in alloy wheels - Nevis with Supercharged script, , cruise control, parking aids, Jaguar Smart Key system with keyless start, active differential control, adaptive dynamics, adaptive restraint technology system, air particle and odour filtration, audio connectivity module, automatic headlighton and headlight washers, bright stainless steel pedals, chrome side window surround, DAB radio receiver, dark mesh aluminium, dual-zone automatic climate control EBD - Electronic Brake-Force Distribution EPB and electronic parking brake.

‘EA12 ZNK’ is described by the vendor as ‘excellent in every respect paintwork, interior and mohair roof’. The car is Euro 5 specification and is therefore ULEZ compliant. There are 2 keys and an information pack, a stamped service book, with the last stamp being with Lewmark for nearly £1,000 - this included a lubrication service and a supercharger overhaul.

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1991 Porsche 928 GT No Reserve*

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Reg No: K577 BOF MOT: June 2024 Chassis No: WP0ZZZ92ZMS800802 Decoding the number visible on its chassis plate - WP0ZZZ92ZMS800802 – reveals that this particular example was one of 1,650 Porsche 928 S4 and GT models built to ‘Rest of the World’ specification during the 1991 model year. It is further understood to be one of just thirty-eight, right-hand drive GT cars made and thus boasts the enhanced M28.47 engine (326bhp) and G28.55 ‘dog leg’ five-speed manual gearbox. The accompanying V5C Registration Document lists the 2+2-seater as a ‘Porsche 928 GT’ but then states ‘Declared New at First Registration’ and gives the date of initial UK registration as ’19.02.1993’. It is only a hypothesis but we believe that the car was supplied new to somewhere like Eire or the Channel Islands and not logged with the DVLA until 1993.

Originally finished in India Red with Red-piped Black leather upholstery, the HPi check on file reveals that (a) the first UK number plate was ‘A2 BRN’, (b) the colour was changed to Polar Silver during 1998 and (c) it was subject to a ‘Category C’ insurance write off in 2004. Returning to the road two years later following a DVLA ‘VIC’ inspection, ‘K577 BOF’ entered the current ownership on 27th September 2008. Satisfied that the 928 GT drove well, the vendor nonetheless had his local Porsche specialist, No.5 Garage of Acton, check it over for major accident damage. He tells us that they drew a blank and indeed traces of the factory India Red paint are still visible to the front suspension towers and boot floor etc. No.5 Garage invoices from 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2014 detail regular servicing and MOT testing up to 157,915 miles. Some nine years later, the digital odometer readout has only increased to 157,930 miles. Lack of use is thus the reason why the vendor has chosen to offer ‘K577 BOF’ for sale without reserve. A tempting project, it ran well during our recent photograph session and comes with a MOT certificate valid until June 2024 plus sundry paperwork.

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2001 Porsche Boxster S 1 owner and just 49,000 miles from new

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Estimate: £10,000 - £12,000* Reg No: KE51 MFP MOT: September 2024 Chassis No: WP0ZZZ98Z1U644768 The chic two-seater Boxster was unveiled in late 1996 and was the first road-going Porsche since the 550 Spyder to be designed from scratch as a Roadster. It was penned by Dutch designer Harm Lagaay, who was also primarily responsible for the 968, 993, Cayenne, 996 and Carrera GT. The Boxster sobriquet was a contraction of ‘boxer-engined roadster’ - the newcomer being a convertible with water-cooled flat-six engine mounted amid-ships. At launch it was 2.5-litres in capacity, but the standard offering was increased to 2.7-litres in 2000, coincident with the introduction of the higher performance 3.2-litre ‘S’. The M96 engine directly related to that in the 996, but the newcomer also shared that car’s bonnet, front wings and headlights. Suspension was independent all round by MacPherson struts and coil springs, braking by power-assisted ventilated discs and steering by rack and pinion. The 3.2-litre ‘S’ featured bigger wheels, upgraded braking and suspension systems and notably more performance - with 252bhp on tap and a drag coefficient of just 0.29, it could sprint to 60mph in six seconds and on to a top speed of 160mph plus. Just under 47,000 3.2-litre Boxster Ss were built between 1996 and 2002.

Supplied new by H. R. Owen in Hatfield being delivered new on the 1st of September 2001 to its first and only keeper, the Boxster has been sparingly used, covering low mileages each year, and has been well maintained throughout its life, having now covered 49,000 miles from new. Finished in Schwarz Metallic paintwork with Grey leather interior upholstery and a Black hood, the Boxster is a desirable ‘S’ with the preferable manual transmission and was specified new with an uprated battery, wind deflector, top-tinted windscreen, air-conditioning, Becker Porsche CD player, and leather seats with leatherette rears from the factory. Presenting excellently overall, ‘KE51 MFP’ is a very original example with the original keys, under bonnet stickers, and book pack. The book pack contains no less than two service books that show sixteen servicing stamps, with the last completed at 49,190 miles at the end of last year. One owner examples of the ever more collectable Boxster are rare to come up, with this low mileage and highly original example a great example.

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1952 Lotus MkVI Prototype Entered from the collection of the late Graham Nearn

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Estimate: £50,000 - £60,000* Reg No: XML 6

MOT: Exempt

Chassis No: L176/1

Prototype of the first volume-built Lotus modelFamously came 2nd in its first two races at Silverstone in 1952Entered from the collection of the late Graham NearnPreviously on display at the British Motor MuseumThere is no doubting Colin Chapman’s genius in terms of mathematics, stress analysis or talent spotting (the roster of designers, drivers and engineers he employed remains exceptional). However, Lotus may never have conquered the world of motorsport or become a much-loved sportscar manufacturer if Colin Chapman had not been helped by his future wife Hazel Williams (and her parents), the Allen brothers (Michael and Nigel) or his father Stanley. Trainee dentists with a petrolhead father, Michael and Nigel Allen spent their spare time tinkering with cars in an unusually well-equipped domestic garage. A fellow Austin Seven enthusiast who could not help but be impressed with his near neighbours’ facilities, Chapman befriended the Allen brothers and convinced them to build and campaign a trio of cars in 750 Motor Club events for the 1951 season. In the end, the triumvirate only completed one car. Known as the Lotus MkIII and road registered as ‘LMU 3’, its successes were such that Chapman felt emboldened enough to form the Lotus Engineering Company on January 1st 1952 with himself, his father and the Allen brothers as the four directors. Stanley Chapman provided an old stable adjacent to his pub as a workshop and Michael Allen ran the enterprise day-to-day while Chapman continued to work for British Aluminium and Nigel Allen kept up with his studies. The 750 Motor Club’s announcement of a new 1172 Formula for 1953 provided Chapman with a golden opportunity. His response was the Lotus MkVI which took full advantage of the new class’s regulations that allowed entrants to field chassis of their own design (as opposed to Austin Seven derived examples).

Utilising the same spaceframe layout that Mercedes-Benz and Jaguar had chosen for the W196 Grand Prix car and C-Type sports racer respectively, Chapman’s sketches for the MkVI were turned into reality by Nigel Allen who fabricated the prototype’s chassis. Purposefully designed to accept a variety of drivetrains (be they Ford, BMC, MG or Coventry-Climax), the very first MkVI was fitted with a shorter stroke Ford Consul OHV engine displacing 1498cc. The idea being to prove to potential buyers that the featherweight chassis / body unit (which tipped the scales at just 90lb) was strong enough to cope with a heavier / more powerful engine than the 1172 Formula would permit.

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Clothed by Williams and Pritchard, another North London company which would play a significant role in the Lotus story going forward (as would the Progress Chassis Company that fabricated all subsequent MkVI spaceframes), the prototype made its competitive debut at Silverstone on July 5th 1952. Driven by Michael Allen, Colin Chapman and Nigel Allen, the diminutive two-seater scored three second places across a series of handicap events. Indeed, such was its performance that well-known club racer Phil Desoutter placed an immediate order for a production version securing it with a £100 deposit!

Returning to Silverstone on 26th July, ‘XML 6’ finished third in the Ladies’ Handicap with Colin Chapman’s fiancée Hazel Williams behind the wheel. Michael Allen was entered by ‘Ecurie Lotus’ for the International Daily Mail 100-Mile Sportscar Race organised by the West Essex Car Club at Boreham on 2nd August and ran in practice the previous day.

Unfortunately, his journey to the Essex circuit on race day was curtailed by a run-in with a Co-operative bread van. Contemporary reports suggest that Allen emerged pretty much unscathed, while his girlfriend Pauline suffered some minor bruising. Nevertheless, ‘XML 6’ was deemed a ‘write-off’. The subsequent £800 pay out enabled the Lotus Engineering Company to not only pay off all its debts but also commission the construction of the first commercial MkVI chassis.

Fed-up with Chapman’s tendency to over-promise and under deliver to customers, Michael Allen quit the company as did his brother Nigel who re-focused on his dentistry.

Undeterred, Chapman set-up the Lotus Engineering Co Ltd in September 1952 with himself, Hazel and Stanley as directors. The damaged ‘XML 6’ was returned to the road and campaigned by Michael Allen throughout 1953 albeit with an 1172cc Ford engine aboard. It is unclear whether the car was reincarnated with a new chassis / body unit or whether Michael prevailed on his brother who had built the Prototype’s structure initially to repair it.

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The Prototype left Lotus’ inner circle via a January 1954 Autosport magazine advert.

Known to have passed through the hands of Dick Manwaring and Frank Nicholls (who later founded Elva), the latter raced ‘XML 6’ at Goodwood in the March 1954 Members’ Meeting. Owned and campaigned by John Woolfe towards the decade’s end, the Prototype entered the late Graham Nearn’s ownership during the early 1970s. Famous as the man who saved the Lotus Seven by acquiring the design rights to it from Colin Chapman in 1973, Nearn was a true motorsport enthusiast. The proprietor of Caterham Car Sales & Coachworks, and the father of the Caterham Seven, Nearn had ‘XML 6’ restored back to its original specification complete with a 1.5 litre Ford engine.

Graham Nearn loaned several cars from his collection to the British Motor Museum for display purposes in 2003 including the famous MkVI prototype. Interestingly, Lotus’ sales literature for 1953 mentions that customers can buy ‘a replica of the successful MkVI sports car’ which could be read to imply that ‘XML 6’ was the only true MkVI with all the circa 110 subsequent versions being replicas (in much the same way that Frazer-Nash marketed ‘Le Mans Replicas’). Little used over the past two decades, the ex-Michael Allen machine would doubtless benefit from a degree of recommissioning. Although, the Nearn family report that it has previously run ‘very well’. The diminutive two-seater’s aluminium bodywork proudly bears a number of minor dents and scrapes which attest to its competitive past. The steering wheel is said to be original but the smart Red upholstery is obviously the result of a more modern re-trim.

It is difficult to overstate the importance of the MkVI in Lotus’ history. Put simply, it was the model that saw Colin Chapman transition from a highly talented special builder to a recognised motor manufacturer. ‘XML 6’ occupies a unique place in marque lore having been a Works machine, the private car of a Lotus director (Michael Allen) and the property of the Nearn family for five decades. Potentially eligible for a host of prestigious events, the prototype MkVI is surely deserving of a place in another major collection or museum.

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2002 Noble M12 GTO No Reserve* Reg No: VA02 UUD

MOT: September 2024

139 Chassis No: SA9M12R1M2C113052

Noble Automotive Ltd. was founded in 1999 by British entrepreneur, car designer and engineer Lee Noble and, using his experience from his time spent at Ascari, he quickly established his company’s commitment to designing and manufacturing highperformance sports cars with a mid-engine, rear-wheel drive layout. Lee Noble sold the company in August 2006 to Peter Dyson and later moved on in 2008 to work on other ventures, however, as well as being a knowledgeable collector of exotic cars and a successful business entrepreneur, Dyson was an M12 owner and a huge admirer of both Noble Automotive and the M12’s attributes.

The M12 was produced in four versions (GTO 2.5, GTO-3 3.0, GTO-3R 3.0, with the M400 being the ultimate variant), all being powered by a sympathetically tuned (forge decompressed rods, cylinder block modifications with cylinder bore oil spray jets, crankshaft balancing, and turbo oil feeds built into the heads, along with ST 220 camshafts, coil top plugs, and a new MBE engine management system) twin-turbocharged Ford Duratec V6 engine. The basic structure consists of a steel tub with a full steel roll-cage and G.R.P composite clamshell body parts. These cars are extremely lightweight and stiff, with the ability to perform very well on both road and track, and offer surprisingly good ride quality and lots of confidence-inspiring feedback.

At launch, the M12 had 310bhp with the help of its pair of Garrett T25 turbos, giving a top speed of 165mph and a 0-60mph time of 4.1 seconds. With its quasi-racer feel, being heightened by the very visible Alcantara-trimmed roll-cage and no-nonsense instruments, this really is a driver’s car. There was no ABS, no traction control, and no ESP, just real engineering integrity and a brilliant design and the M12 was able to compete dynamically with the best junior supercars of the day.

Manufactured in 2002, the M12 GTO offered was supplied new by Mole Valley Motor Group (AC, TVR & Noble) being first registered on the 18th of July that year. Fitted with the 2.5-litre variant of the V6 engine, ‘VA02 UUD’ is finished in the colour scheme of Titanium Silver metallic paintwork with Black interior upholstery. Offered for sale having covered some 43,500 miles from new (at the time of consignment), the Noble entered the vendor’s custodianship in 2011 (when it was on c.25,000 miles) and has seen plentiful use, including employment with the Sporting Bears raising money for children’s charities.

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Well-maintained before the vendor’s ownership, he has continued the high-maintenance standard with extensive works including tunnel cooling work and Jetstream exhaust manifolds (2013); Protech adjustable coil-over shock absorbers and a top end overhaul (2015); new Link ECU from WGT Auto Developments (2016); all hoses replaced, new alternator, extensive rewiring, and attention to the air-conditioning (2017); brake refresh and rear ball joints (2022); and suspension improvement (2023), with much of the work completed during the vendor’s ownership undertaken by the well-regarded Martin Cheetham Race and Supercar Specialists, with approximately £7,500 worth of expenditure there in 2022 and 2023 alone.

Offered with a large history file that contains the original owner’s handbook and service book, the service book displays thirteen entries (including PDI) completed by a variety of Noble and Lotus main agents and performance and motorsport specialists, with the most recently completed by Martin Cheetham in September 2022 at 43,480 miles, with very minimal mileage covered since. The history file further includes a large quantity of previous MOTs and tax discs, numerous previous invoices for work completed from both the current and previous ownerships, original sales literature, and a current V5C document.

Further accompanied by the original five bags of Noble luggage, a fitted car cover, wheel spanner and bag, the pair of original shorter pylons for the rear wing, a screwdriver for the clam fixings, the battery conditioner, and two sets of keys. This increasingly desirable track-derived sports car now provides the opportunity for exciting and entertaining road use or exhilarating track day excursions. Whichever you choose, having an M12 in the stable must surely be a box ticked for any serious petrolhead.

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2003 Aston Martin DB7 GT One of just 78 right-hand drive examples

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Estimate: £30,000 - £35,000* Reg No: V12 XRS

MOT: June 2024

Chassis No: SCFAD12303K304042

Some Aston Martin customers found that even the Vantage engine fell short of their expectations. This led to a surge in demand for a more powerful version of the DB7, prompting Aston to create the DB7 GT. This model was tailored for drivers seeking heightened power, improved handling, and an overall superior driving experience.

In 2002, they unveiled the V12 GT, also available as the GTA with an automatic transmission. The V12 engine generated 435bhp and 410lbft of torque in the manual version, while the automatic GTA maintained the 420bhp and 400lbft of torque of the standard DB7 Vantage. Notably, the GT and GTA chassis featured significantly upgraded suspension compared to the DB7 Vantage models.

To accommodate the new V12 engine/transmission package, Aston restructured the existing six-cylinder DB7 bodyshell, resulting in a 20% stiffer structure that exceeded contemporary crash test standards. The suspension was tailored specifically for this new model. The car was equipped with cross-drilled 355 mm front and 330 mm rear vented-disc brakes for improved braking, along with new five-spoke, 18-inch alloy wheels that enhanced performance and grip.

Moreover, special attention was dedicated to achieving an optimal aerodynamic balance.

This included incorporating additional undertray sweeps, wheel arch liner extensions, and a modified boot lid spoiler, effectively reducing lift by nearly 50%. Aesthetically, it featured a mesh front grille, bonnet vents, a boot spoiler, an aluminium gear lever, optional carbon fibre trim, and newly designed wheels compared to the Vantage.

Production of the GT and GTA was extremely limited, with only 190 GTs and 112 GTAs manufactured globally.

Presented in Tungsten Silver, a colour developed by Aston Martin for use in James Bond’s Aston Martin Vanquish in ‘Die Another Day’, this incredibly rare DB7 GTA boasts a two-tone grey perforated leather interior featuring a gentlemanly oak trim. Specification includes silver nine-spoke alloy wheels dressed in correct Bridgestone tyres all round, heated seats, front and rear screens, heated mirrors, Aston Martin Traffic Pro system and much more. With the increasingly sought after six-speed manual gearbox this presents an opportunity to acquire a true noughties collector car with significant expenditure in recent years.

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Now showing 74,495 miles on the odometer with an MOT valid until 13th June 2024 with no advisories, the car has been subject to the last two services by Chiltern Aston. The most recent, on the 12th June of this year totalled £3,628. In April the previous year, the car was subject to works totalling an impressive £18,414. Having had significant expenditure over the last two years, the car is offered for sale by the vendor as he has both this and a GTA and simply prefers driving the GTA. Accompanied with the vehicle is an impressive history file, with the car having been looked after by Lancaster Reading, Aston Martin Works, Chiltern Aston, Broughtons, McGurk and more recently Chiltern again. With 23 entries since 2003, the car comes with its original owner’s manual, a large collection of invoices, MOT certificates and the V5C document which displays 6 former keepers.

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1966 Porsche 911

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Estimate: £60,000 - £70,000* Reg No: AUB 153E

MOT: Exempt

Chassis No: 305893

After a lengthy gestation period, the now ubiquitous Porsche 911 entered production in 1964. The design was the work of Dr. Ferry Porsche’s eldest son, Ferdinand ‘Butzi’ Porsche and the company’s joint founder and chief body engineer Erwin Komenda. The car featured rack and pinion steering and both torsion bar suspension and disc brakes all round. It was powered by a dry-sump, air-cooled, 1991cc, flat-six engine which was overhung at the rear and allied to a five-speed manual transmission. Power output was restricted to 130bhp, though with an all-up weight of just 1,080 kg this was sufficient to provide the new car with a top speed of over 130mph and a very respectable 0-60mph time of just 8.5 seconds. Having competed successfully with the 356, Porsche was quick to do the same with the 911, and laurels in both racing and rallying came quickly and easily from 1965 onwards. Indeed, a mere four months after the first car rolled off the production line, the company entered one for the Monte Carlo Rally. For a lesser organisation this would be a baptism of fire. Porsche fans, however, will not be surprised to know that the car not only completed the event without trouble but finished an astonishing fifth overall.

Chassis ‘305893’ was manufactured in September 1966 (Model Year 1966, denoted by its six-digit chassis number), being supplied new by Porsche of America in Teaneck, New Jersey with a delivery date of the 19th of May 1967. Remaining in the United States, latterly in California, until 1995, the 911 was thereafter shipped to the United Kingdom with the owner who was reputedly a British gentleman relocating back to the UK. Used on the road for several years before being laid up, the Porsche had already by this stage been fitted with a later 2.2-litre engine. Purchased by the vendor in 2017 from twentyyear previous ownership, the vendor embarked on a comprehensive restoration of the 911, with the renovation to be inspiring by privateer entries in period and in the manner of S-spec cars for use in road rallies.

Benefitting from over £45,000 worth of expenditure during the restoration and in some of the fettling since, the Porsche was stripped back to bare metal, with the engine refreshed with a top end overhauled, fitment of genuine Weber carburettors, and new ignition parts.

The gearbox was restored with a new clutch kit, with the brakes renewed and suspension bushes replaced, before the SWB 911 was fully repainted in the striking colour of Porsche Albert Blue paintwork. The interior was fully refreshed with Rennsport race seats and cross bar, and a full carpet set. Most recently set-up and tuned by AutoFarm Porsche specialists earlier this year, the 911 is understood to be producing around 180hp.

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Only used for c.2,000 miles since the completion of the restoration, the Porsche is now offered ready and raring for use, and both started readily and was running well during our photography session. A highly desirable SWB example, ‘AUB 153E’ is offered with a history file that comprises an AFN Heritage letter of authenticity, previous California title, numerous invoices relating to the restoration, over 200 images of the restoration, previous MOT certificates, and a current V5C document. As a now much sought-after early SWB model, this highly capable 911 is ready for pressing into use.

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1971 Lotus Elan Sprint FHC Estimate: £25,000 - £30,000*

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Reg No: NEV 96J MOT: Exempt Chassis No: 7104090237E Arguably the ultimate Elan derivative, the Sprint arrived in February 1971.

Characterised by its ‘Big Valve’ (126bhp / 113lbft) engine and bold colour schemes, the model was reputedly capable of 0-60mph in 6.7 seconds and 121mph. The Sprint was the final iteration of the Lotus Elan.

From what we can make out via the extensive history file, ‘NEV 96J’ was first owned by a Mr Allwright who is stated as the invoice recipient for a number of works throughout the car’s early history (the early 1970s). It is understood that the vendor’s father purchased the car straight after it was owned by Mr Allwright around the early 1970s and has remained in his possession ever since. In the history file, there is an original owner’s handbook and the original service stamp book and accompanying invoices up to 30,000 miles. There is a separate, larger folder that has the more recent history, in the late owner’s name, starting from 1985 with an invoice for rear wishbones from Spyder and going right up to around 2018 when the owner passed away, with the car being transferred to the vendor in 2019. The car has been used only very occasionally by the vendor and stored in a Carcoon but due to the lack of use it has been decided by the family that the car needs a new home.

Upon inspection, we noted that the attractive Carnival Red paintwork appears bright and relatively fresh with minimal aging. The engine started with relative ease, breathing through its correct twin Weber carburettors.

On driving the car a good few miles to the photography session we noted that the car appeared to run very well indeed with the brakes doing their job effectively. The vendor advises that everything appears to work as it should but would advise giving the car a service to freshen it up - as he admits that he does not have the knowledge to have done this himself.

Surely now, this fantastic Elan Sprint with a rare to find thick history file is worthy of a new loving owner to cherish it?

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2005 Porsche 911 Carrera S 6-speed manual, Sport Chrono Plus Package and much recent fettling

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Estimate: £17,000 - £19,000* Reg No: HEZ 8068 MOT: November 2024 Chassis No: WP0ZZZ99Z5S735258 Introduced in 2004, the 997-series of Porsche’s iconic 911 allied all the technological improvements of its 996-series predecessor – a lighter / stiffer bodyshell, better suspension / brakes, four-valve cylinder heads and a superior HVAC system – to more classical styling. Available in Carrera or Carrera S guises when launched, the latter boasted a more powerful 3.8 litre engine (rated at 350bhp/295lbft), sports exhaust, Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) and 19-inch wheels as standard. Reputedly capable of 0-60mph in 4.6 seconds and 182mph, it soon became a driver’s favourite. Better built and better looking than a 996 and smaller and more agile than a 991 (or current 992), great examples of 997 manual gearbox cars are becoming increasingly collectible.

According to its accompanying Porsche build record, chassis WP0ZZZ99Z5S735258 was completed to commission number 614869 on January 14th 2005. Finished in the classic combination of Arctic Silver with Black leather upholstery, its generous specification included: a sunroof, rear wash / wipe, six-speed manual gearbox, cruise control, Sport Chrono Package Plus, Sat Nav, BOSE stereo, 19-inch alloy wheels, Xenon headlights, hardback Sports Seats and Silver faced instruments etc. First registered as ‘TDZ 300’ on 8th February 2005, the 911 Carrera S has had four former keepers and covered some 113,000 miles from new. Treated to regular maintenance and MOT testing, the past two years have seen the 2+2-seater benefit from a new battery, replacement starter motor / power lead, fresh brake vacuum pump (plus attention to various other braking components) and an oil / filter service not to mention four new Pirelli tyres. Described by the vendor as being in ‘very good’ (engine, manual gearbox, interior trim, paintwork, electrical equipment) or ‘excellent’ (bodywork) condition, it is anticipated that ‘HEZ 8068’ will be driven some 170 miles to Buxton. Offered for sale with V5C Registration Document, history file and MOT certificate valid until November 2024. A good 997 is a joy to drive and a great way into 911 ownership.

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1998 Mitsubishi 3000 GT Warranted 29,900 miles from new

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Estimate: £14,000 - £18,000* Reg No: S980 AOO MOT: February 2024 Chassis No: JMAMJZ16AWY000310 Part of the same Japanese Domestic Market (JDM) arms race that spawned the Honda NSX, Toyota Supra Turbo (A80) and Nissan 300ZX Twin Turbo, the Mitsubishi GTO debuted in 1990. Derived from the Mitsubishi HSX concept car that had appeared at the previous year’s Tokyo Motor Show, the newcomer bristled with cutting edge technology much of which is still being employed in today’s supercars including four-wheel drive, fourwheel steering, electronically controlled suspension, active aerodynamics and twin turbos. Styled by Masuru Suzuki, the 2+2-seater featured a distinctive ‘coke bottle’ silhouette and cossetting interior. Eager not to incur Ferrari’s wrath, Mitsubishi marketed its flagship sportscar as the ‘3000 GT’ in Europe. Cars destined for the UK were notably well specified with 3-litre 24-valve V6 twin-turbocharged engines, five-speed (later six-) manual transmissions, air-conditioning and leather upholstery. An impressive and sure-footed performer, contemporary road testers found the 3000 GT capable of 0-60mph in 4.9 seconds and 155mph.

Finished in striking Passion Red with Black leather upholstery, chassis JMAMJZ16AWY000310 was supplied new via Matthams Mitsubishi of Chelmsford to R. Brooks Esq on 5th December 1998 for the princely sum of £43,300 (the corresponding original order form and sales invoice remain on file). The proprietor of Brooklands Garage in Saffron Walden, Mr Brooks kept the 3000 GT until April 2023 when he sold it to H&H Classics Ltd. Sourced for us by a former Mitsubishi main agent, the 2+2-seater has been used for some 1,500 miles worth of tours and events but is now surplus to requirements.

The accompanying service booklet contains no fewer than eleven stamps up to 28,026 miles. Treated to an oil and filter change and two new rear tyres during our tenure, ‘S980 AOO’ has proven utterly reliable. Having had just one private and two company owners from new, this extremely original 3000 GT must surely be among the best UK-supplied examples extant?

An appreciating Youngtimer and perfect for Hagerty’s RADwood meeting, it is offered for sale with V5C Registration Document, original book pack, history file and MOT certificate valid until February 29th 2024.

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1995 Porsche 928 GTS 1 of just 192 RHD examples

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Estimate: £14,000 - £16,000* Reg No: M40 GTS MOT: April 2024 Chassis No: WPOZZZ9ZZSS800171 Introduced at the 1977 Geneva Motor Show, the 928 was conceived (and priced) as the flagship of the Porsche range. A luxurious GT, it was styled in-house by American Tony Lapine as a replacement for the ageing, compromised 911. Ultimately, the newcomer failed to usurp its tail-heavy sibling despite becoming the only sports car ever to win the European Car of the Year title (1978). Built around a galvanised steel monocoque, the 2+2 made extensive use of aluminium for its wheels, doors, bonnet, transaxle housing, front suspension wishbones, rear suspension uprights, upper links and main cross member. This practice not only saved weight but also contributed to near perfect 49:51 weight distribution. Available with a choice of manual or automatic transmission (housed in its awardwinning passive rear steer Weissach transaxle) the 928 was regarded as a crushingly capable Grand Tourer. The subject of continual development, the model evolved through S, S2, S4 and GT guises before the arrival of the final GTS version at the 1991 Frankfurt Motor Show. Reputedly capable of over 170mph, this uber 928 was powered by an enlarged 5397cc DOHC 32-valve V8 that developed some 350bhp and 369lbft of torque. Riding on special five-spoke seventeen-inch alloys, it further benefited from four-wheel vented disc ABS brakes (complete with fourpot Brembo callipers) and a computer-controlled limited slip differential.

Finished in the handsome combination of Dark Blue Metallic with Light Grey leather upholstery, this particular example is understood to have covered a modest 91,000 miles from new (an average of 3,250 miles per annum). Pleasingly thought to retain the majority of its factory paint not to mention ‘a very clean interior’, the Porsche is said to ‘drive very well’. A real rarity as a UK-supplied (C16) GTS, the 2+2-seater is variously rated by the vendor as being in ‘good’ (electrical equipment, interior trim and paintwork) or ‘very good’ (bodywork, engine, automatic transmission) condition. Offered for sale with V5C Registration Document and assorted paperwork.

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2006 BMW M6 V10 Convertible Estimate: £12,000 - £14,000*

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Reg No: YF56 LVY MOT: November 2024 Chassis No: WBSEK92020B392073 Evoking memories of the iconic M635 CSi model of the late 1980s, BMW’s M Division turned their attention to the 6 Series and the resulting M6 debuted in 2005. Utilising the 5-litre V10 of the M5 saloon, performance was prodigious, the unrestricted unit allegedly being capable of 205mph although the UK version was limited to a still licence-threatening 155mph.

Complete with a Head Up Display Unit, amongst other electronic wizardry, the specification included a host of interior comforts as expected from an £80,000 offering. When new the car was as expensive as both a high specification Porsche 911 or Aston Martin V8 Vantage, making a second hand buy a relative bargain when compared to its opposition at the time.

Costing the princely sum of £86,185 when new, this particular V10 powered BMW M6 Convertible is presented in the ever-popular Sapphire Black Metallic with matching Merino Black leather interior. Boasting factory options including an extended leather pack, Bluetooth, high-beam assist, BMW Assist and more, the car currently displays just c.52,500 miles on the odometer. Having been in current ownership since January 2022, the car was subject to replacement rear brake discs, pads and calipers in 2007, shortly after its purchase in February the following month, the air conditioning system re-gassed on the 24th August 2022 and the most recent service in September 2023; with under 200 miles having been covered since. During this service, it was advised to replace a brake pipe and the wiper blades, so this was also completed.

With an MOT valid until 28th November 2024, this M6 comes accompanied with a small history file containing previous receipts and invoices for work completed, the V5C document which displays 7 former keepers and further sundry documents. The vendor notes the headlining has a small tear which may benefit from some attention, the chromework has previously been sprayed in Black with the paint now lifting in places and the registration will be removed prior to sale. The previous registration, ‘YF56 LVY’ will be returned to the vehicle.

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2008 Porsche Cayman S Estimate: £16,000 - £18,000*

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Reg No: LV08 MYF MOT: November 2024 Chassis No: WP0ZZZ98Z8U77273 Launched at the September 2005 Frankfurt Motor Show, the Cayman S was a brave move for Porsche on the basis that it delivered nigh-on 911 performance but in a more dynamically balanced / driver-friendly package. Autocar magazine judged it Britain’s Best Driver’s Car of 2006 (beating a 911 Turbo into third place) and the mid-engined twoseater drew rave reviews worldwide. Powered by a DOHC 3.4 litre ‘Flat Six’ engine allied to either six-speed manual or five-speed Tiptronic transmission, the Cayman S had some 291bhp/251lbft at its disposal and was reportedly capable of 0-60mph in 5.1 seconds and 171mph.

Chassis ‘772732’ was manufactured in 2008 and was delivered on the 26th of June that year to its first owner by the Official Porsche Centre East London. Fitted with the desirable six-speed manual transmission, the Cayman S was specified with the leather interior pack (seats, doors, and dashboard), 19-inch alloys, top-tinted windscreen, air conditioning, SatNav, ParkAssist, PCM 2 with telephone module, Porsche branded centre console, floor mats, and red tail lights, the Cayman also features Pioneer Apple Carplay stereo and separate amplifier with Bluetooth connectivity. Finished from the factory in Porsche Carrara White paintwork, which is complemented by Black and Red leather interior upholstery, ‘LV08 MYF’ is offered for auction having covered a warranted 50,000 miles from new, and having just three former keepers.

Benefitting from notable recent expenditure, ‘LV08 MYF’ has received £3,100 worth of improvement with Northway Porsche in 2020 including new spark plugs and coil packs and brake discs and pads all round, and in 2022 c.£840 with Weissach Porsche specialists including auxiliary belt, cosmetic improvements, and servicing. Accompanied by the book pack with driver’s handbook and stamped service book, this illustrates seven services, all completed by main agents and specialists. Further accompanied by several past MOT certificates, previous invoices, and a current V5C document, the Cayman S has two sets of keys and is due to possess a fresh MOT certificate in time for sale. Rated as ‘Very Good’ or ‘Excellent’ throughout by the vendor, this is a low mileage and ownership example of one of the most drivable sports cars available today.

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1971 Lotus Elan Sprint Drophead Coupe

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No Reserve* Reg No: DMB 866K MOT: Exempt Chassis No: 7111270575G Being entered from a deceased estate and ownership that included a later Elan M100 and a Porsche 928 this is an original Type 45 Drophead Coupe. First registered on the 3rd January, 1972, and delivered to a Miss Jean Lawrence of Prestbury, Cheshire it then passed to new keepers in the same area before ending up in Bradford, West Yorkshire, in 1977, with an Alfred Bowmer. Coming into the ownership of the deceased owner in May of 1978, he pursued the fettling, upgrading, upkeep and restoration of ‘DMK’ until recent years. The Sprint is being offered with photographs documenting previous restoration work that saw the car being built back up from the chassis upwards; perhaps sometime in the early 1980s and believed to have, over the years, previously benefitted from a galvanised chassis and other items, such as wishbones and an alloy tank from Spyder.

It is being offered at the sale along with a wealth of paperwork, including files, mileage logs, old MOT history and tax discs, photographs, wiring diagrams, workshop manual, engineering workshop manual, Club Lotus and Lotus-related material (including price lists), correspondence and a large collection of invoices. Old invoices and correspondence go some way to verify the mileage and importantly the regular maintenance and upkeep of the Sprint throughout many years. There are receipts for batteries, servicing, wheel-tracking and too many items to list. The deceased owner had diligently completed mileage record logs for the Sprint, even documenting days when the car didn’t turn a wheel, but maybe was benefitting from garage work. The mileage logs cover 1984-‘89, 1978-‘82, 1989-‘94 and 1998-’05. The car is being offered with the aforementioned paperwork and history and with a current V5C. Also offered in the sale is a Hardtop, spare Bonnet and door which will be present at the sale.

Requiring collection from our head office in Warrington, Cheshire are two solid drive shafts for conversion, a spare cylinder head with cams and inlet manifold, 4 wheels plus tyres and boxes of sundry spares.

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2001 Maserati 3200 GT Estimate: £7,000 - £9,000*

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Reg No: RK51 RWN MOT: September 2024 Chassis No: ZAMAA38D00003317 The Maserati 3200GT was styled by Italdesign whose founder and head, Giorgetto Giugiaro, previously designed, amongst others, the Ghibli, Bora and Merak and so it certainly had an impressive pedigree. Sold mainly in Europe, the 3200GT shared the twin-turbo, 3.2-litre, V8 featured in the Quattroporte IV and Shamal, now revised and tuned to 365bhp. The tail-light design consisted of LEDs arranged in the shape of a boomerang with the outer layer of the ‘boomerang’ providing the brake lights and the inner layer the directional indicators.

Supplied new by Tower Garage Maranello Sales Ltd. on the 6th of December 2001, the 3200 GT was finished from the factory in the desirable colour combination of Maserati Grigio Alfieri Metallic paintwork with complementary Burgundy leather interior upholstery, and with Assetto Corsa alloy wheels. In 2012, well-known specialists Migliore Cars supplied a reconditioned engine to the 3200 GTA (at 63,853 miles), before later that year also supplying a speedometer change (which is documented in the history file and service book). Just c.30,000 miles have been covered on the new engine, with the Maserati offered having covered 94,090 miles from new at the time of consignment, but showing 98,047 miles on the odometer, due to said speedometer change.

The accompanying history file documents extensive expenditure across the life of ‘RK51 RWN’ with invoices totalling over £35,000 on file. Most recently, the 3200 GTA has been provided reconditioning to the electric throttle body and sensor by The Maserati Shed (in July 2023) costing over £500, as well as new bottom arms a couple of months ago. The history file also includes the original book pack in the Maserati wallet that contains the stamped service book; numerous invoices relating to servicing and expenditure; several previous MOT certificates; Certificate of Conformity; an MOT certificate until September 2024; and a current V5C document. Across the invoices and service book, there are fourteen services documented, with many of these completed by main agents and specialists.

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1978 Porsche 911 3.0 Litre RSR Tribute Re-imagined at a cost of over £100,000

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Estimate: £60,000 - £70,000* Reg No: BOL 184T

MOT: August 2024

Chassis No: 9118301287

Celebrating its sixtieth anniversary this year, the Porsche 911 is, for many, the ultimate sportscar. The model has evolved significantly over the past six decades with the only real constants being a rear-mounted flat-six engine and its manufacturer’s unwavering commitment to motorsport. Porsche has long catered for those customers who want their 911 to stand out from the crowd via its ‘Sonderwunsch’ department and even created one-offs such as the 996-generation based Classic Club Coupe (which was bought by Jerry Seinfeld for $1.32 million in June 2023). However, the factory’s efforts do not go far enough for some to the extent that re-imagining the 911 has become an industry in, and of, itself. The likes of RUF Automotive have been imbuing the iconic 2+2-seater with supercar humbling performance for decades, while more recently Singer Vehicle Design, Tuthill and Lanzante have all become synonymous with retro styling, cuttingedge engineering and (often) $1m plus price tags.

1 of just 3,318 ‘Rest of the World (RoW)’ specification ‘L-Series’ Porsche 911 SC Coupes made during the 1979 model year, chassis 9118301827 is understood to have been supplied new to Northern Ireland and also to have passed through the hands of the renowned Belgian Porsche dealer D’Ieteren SA. First registered with the DVLA on September 1st 1982, the 2+2-seater had re-crossed the Irish Sea by the time the vendor acquired it some thirty-three years later. Taking inspiration from the all-conquering 911 RSR racing cars of the 1970s and 1990s, he set about creating a road going tribute. Thankfully, as the proprietor of a classic car restoration business the seller had no shortage of skilled hands to work on the project. Stripped to bare metal, chassis 9118301827 was found to be far more heavily corroded than previously assumed. All rotten metal was duly cut out and replaced with new sections before the rejuvenated bodyshell was painted in Grand Prix White. A previous owner had already updated the interior with later 911 electric seats, while the inspiration for the Martini stripes came from the vendor’s daughter who works for Williams F1.

Looking period perfect, the Fuchs style 17-inch alloy wheels are shod with Bridgestone Potenza tyres (215/45 front and 245/40 rear). The refurbishment is documented via a wealth of photos and culminated with the 911 being entrusted to marque specialist D9 Autotech for an engine overhaul and attention to its gear linkage at a cost of some £8,000.

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A real eye-full, the bewinged Coupe is estimated to have had over £100,000 lavished on it by the vendor (excluding the purchase price). Starting readily and running well during our recent photography session, the Porsche has a definite 1970s feel to it with a meaty clutch and unassisted steering. Paperwork on file reveals that the 2+2-seater was maintained by the likes of Charles Follett Ltd, Waldron OPC, Bianchi Porsche, Stuttgart Connection and Autostrasse during the 1980s and into the 1990s (including being uprated with Carrera 3.2 timing chain tensioners etc). Nicknamed ‘BOLT’ on account of its number plate which seems appropriate given that it rivals a bolt of lightning or Usain Bolt for visual presence, this unique Porsche still requires running-in prior to being driven in anger. Nevertheless, it possesses a ‘no advisories’ MOT Certificate valid until August 2024. The accompanying history file includes service invoices / receipts dating back to 1984, assorted previous registration documents (including an EIRE one) and the aforementioned restoration photos. A great opportunity for Weissach enthusiasts everywhere.

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1991 Porsche 944 S2 Cabriolet Estimate: £9,000 - £11,000*

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Reg No: H279 GBP MOT: October 2024 Chassis No: WI0ZZZ94ZLN431480 Introduced in 1989, the Porsche 944 S2 was powered by a 3-litre (2990cc) DOHC four-cylinder engine allied to a five-speed manual transmission.

With a quoted 208bhp and 207lbft of torque on tap, the model was reputedly capable of 0-60mph in 6 seconds and 150mph. The first opentopped 944 derivative - the S2 Cabriolet - featured a body built by the American Sunroof Company (ASC) of Weinsberg, Germany and many of the same styling cues as its Coupe sibling. Just 5,656 944 S2 Cabriolets were made before the model was superseded by the 968 in 1991.

Supplied new by Rivervale Porsche of Reading and first registered as ‘H279 GBP’ on 13th March 1991, this particular UK-market (C16), manual gearbox example had nine former keepers prior to entering the current ownership during November 2022. The subject of much suspension work and a cambelt change some 30,000 miles ago (photos on file show the rear subframe being rejuvenated), the last of nineteen stamps was added to the accompanying service book at 123,956 miles in 2007. The voluminous history file contains numerous receipts indicating regular maintenance over the past sixteen years. Currently showing some 143,335 miles to its odometer, recent fettling has seen the 944 S2 treated to a new battery, replacement nearside rear wheel bearing and fresh wiper blades.

Upon inspection, ‘H279 GBP’ presented very well in its original colour of Tahoe Blue with contrasting Cream / Black leather upholstery. There is some small aging to the paint that you would expect of a 32-year old car. The interior is pleasingly presentable, appearing to have been reconditioned in the past. The vendor reports that the car runs very well and that the performance on tap belies the recorded mileage.

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2003 Maserati 4200 GT Spyder Estimate: £7,000 - £9,000*

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Reg No: AVZ 2733 MOT: November 2024 Chassis No: ZAMBB18C000011190 Just as the DB7 did for Aston Martin, at a stroke the 3200 rejuvenated the Maserati brand. Unveiled at the 2002 Detroit Show, the 177mph Maserati Coupe (a.k.a. 4200 GT) was styled by Giorgetto Giugiaro of Italdesign. A direct evolution of the 3200 GT, the 4200 GT Coupe was introduced at the Detroit Auto Show in 2002 and was a genuine four-seater powered by a normally aspirated, Ferrari-based engine, of 390bhp. Developing 385bhp/332lbft, its 4244cc V8 engine was allied to a six-speed transmission that could be had in conventional manual or ‘Cambiocorsa’ guises (the latter incorporating electrohydraulic assistance and F1-style steering wheel paddles).

Manufactured in 2003, the 4200 Spyder offered was first registered in the United Kingdom on the 30th of September that year and is a preface-lift Cambiocorsa variant. Finished in striking and desirable colour combination of Metallic Maserati Azzurro Argentina paintwork with Cream leather interior upholstery and a Dark Blue hood with a glass screen, the 4200 rides on 18” seven-spoke alloy wheels. The Maserati is showing some 50,500 miles on the odometer, however was provided with a speedometer change in 2010, meaning the total mileage is c.35,000 miles higher, equating to 85,500 miles at the time of consignment.

Fitted with the Cambiocorsa six speed sequential gearbox with F1 paddles, Sport and automatic modes, the interior features electrically adjustable and heated seats with driver memory, electric windows, electric mirrors, ASR, climate control with AC, Maserati’s in-car entertainment centre with sat-nav and CD changer. Understood to have received a replacement catalyst, EGR valve, radiator hose, lambda sensor and exhaust temp probe in December 2018, the Maserati has further benefitted from new discs, pads and brake pipe, and repair to roof linkage in 2019, and service in November 2022. Offered with a current V5C, an owner’s handbook, and a no advisory MOT until November next year.

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2001 Porsche 911 Carrera Estimate: £10,000 - £12,000*

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Reg No: Y989 MGR MOT: T.B.A Chassis No: WP0ZZZ99Z1S604104 Supplied new via JCT600 (Rawdon) of Newcastle-upon-Tyne, ‘Y989 MGR’ was delivered to the first owner on the 9th of March 2001. Finished from the factory in Seal Grey metallic paintwork, the 911 was provided with complementary Nephrite extended leather interior upholstery, the rarest of the available interior trims on the 996. An early example of the 996, it features the 3.4-litre engine which is allied to the desirable sixspeed manual transmission and it is a non-sunroof example. Optioned with Sports exhaust system, leather interior upholstery throughout including the three-spoke leather steering wheel, Blaupunkt radio, Porsche CDR22 with added CD compartment, rear windscreen wiper, and green tinted windscreen top. Entering into current registered ownership in 2005, the 911 has three former keepers and has now covered 129,000 miles from new.

Boasting an excellent service history, the Carrera is accompanied by the original stamped service book and further service invoices that demonstrate twenty services, with them all having been completed by Official Porsche Centres or Porsche specialists. The most recent service was completed less than 5,000 miles ago at 125,986 miles by D & G Porsche Specialists, with the 996 receiving the all-important renewed RMS and upgraded IMS bearing at this time too. Very well maintained while in the current ownership, over £14,500 has been spent maintaining ‘Y989 MGR’ in the last ten years alone, with some of the work provided including air-conditioning attention, power steering pipes renewed, new alternator belt, rear support braces and upper suspension arms, rear brake renewal and much more.

Accompanied by an impressive history file that contains the original book pack in the Porsche wallet (with the aforementioned service book and the owner’s handbook), a large collection of previous invoices, numerous previous MOT certificates, and current V5C document. This example is a very well-maintained example with the scarce Nephrite interior and low ownership!

PLEASE NOTE: The registration number shown in the images is not included in the sale. The correct registration number for this lot is ‘Y989 MGR’.

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2003 Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG

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Estimate: £15,500 - £17,500* Reg No: LX03 JZU MOT: June 2024 Chassis No: WDB2304742F042701 Notable as the most powerful production car ever fielded by MercedesBenz upon its launch in 2002, the SL55 AMG received rave reviews from the contemporary motoring press. Boasting one of the greatest engines of the 2000s, its supercharged 5.5 litre V8 produced some 476bhp and 700Nm of torque (the latter at just 2,650rpm). Allied to a five-speed automatic transmission, it enabled the two-seater to sprint from 0-60mph in 4.5 seconds and on to a limited top speed of 155mph. Though, AMG ‘let slip’ that a de-limited yet otherwise standard example had been clocked at 205mph! Surprisingly civilized given the performance on tap, the SL55 boasted a full suite of ‘creature comforts and a firm but not jarring ride.

Visually enhanced via re-profiled bumpers, quad exhaust tips, and 18inch alloy wheels, demand for the newcomer soon outstripped supply.

An undoubted modern classic and one of those cars which is more than a sum of its parts, the SL55 AMG enjoys something of a cult following.

Completed on January 28th, 2003, to order number 0351312456, chassis WDB2304742F042701 was first UK registered as ‘LX03 JZU’ on April 10th. Finished in Obsidian Black Metallic with Anthracite Black leather upholstery, the two-seater’s impressive specification encompassed: 18inch Turbine Wheels; panoramic glass roof; heated and ventilated seats with memory and pulse settings; keyless GO; Bi-Xenon lights; cruise control; premium sound; Nokia telephone; wind deflector, Parktronic and dual-zone climate control. Acquired by its last (fourth) registered keeper in 2006, the Mercedes-Benz is warranted to have covered some 62,000 miles from new. Treated to a main dealer service just last year, the SL55 has also benefited from a new supercharger belt, ABC pump, and central locking pump (2013); heater pumps and pipes, thermostat, alternator, and Aux belt and battery (2017); new front brake pads and discs (2018); and new fan belt (2019), with approximately £6,900 spent in 2017-2019 alone.

Offered for sale with V5C Registration Document, book pack, history file, two keys and MOT certificate valid until June 2024.

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1999 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 Estimate: £13,000 - £15,000*

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Reg No: P3 EXH MOT: August 2024 Chassis No: WP0ZZZ99ZYS600743 Traditionalists may have decried the 996’s water-cooled engine and shared Boxster componentry, however, the newcomer’s use of a brandnew platform (the 911’s first since 1963) meant that it was notably lighter, stiffer, and more aerodynamic than its 993 predecessor. Equipped with four-valve cylinder heads, the 996’s 3.4-litre engine developed 296bhp and 258lbft (outputs comparable to those of the 993 Carrera RS’s 3.8-litre unit). Allied to either a six-speed manual or five-speed Tiptronic transmission, the free-revving flat-six enabled the 2+2-seater to sprint to 60mph in 5 seconds and onto 174mph.

Supplied new via Lancaster Porsche of Cambridge being delivered to the first owner on the 1st of October 1999, the all-wheel-drive Carrera 4 offered was finished from the factory in Porsche Arctic Silver paintwork with complementary Black leather interior upholstery. An early 996 example, it features the 3.4-litre engine which is allied to the desirable sixspeed manual transmission and it is a non-sunroof example. Optioned with Sports seats, leather interior upholstery throughout, the three-spoke leather steering wheel, Porsche CDR-22 with added CD compartment, rear windscreen wiper, green tinted windscreen top, and 18-inch alloy wheels. Offered now having covered a modest 110,800 miles from new, the 911 is supplied with cherished registration number ‘P3 EXH’.

Boasting strong service history, the Carrera 4 is accompanied by the original stamped service book containing fourteen servicing stamps, with them all having been completed by Official Porsche Centres or Porsche specialists. The most recent service was completed less than 1,000 miles ago at 110,110 miles by PIE Performance Porsche Specialists, with the 996 provided with new power steering lines at this time. Fitted with Remus exhaust back boxes at some stage of its life, that provide a throatier exhaust sound, the 911 is accompanied by a history file that contains the original book pack in the Porsche wallet (with service book and owner’s handbook), a collection of previous invoices, a selection of previous MOTs, a current MOT certificate until August 2024, and current V5C document. A well-cared for, powerful, yet eminently practical Porsche that can be enjoyed all year round.

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1991 Ford Fiesta RS Turbo Very original car with only 71,000 miles from new

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Estimate: £14,000 - £16,000* Reg No: H436 BTU MOT: April 2024 Chassis No: SFABXXBAFBMK15155 First registered on 25th January 1991, ‘H436 BTU’ was sold to Mr A. Francis of Wirral, Merseyside by J. Blake & Co of Liverpool. The Ford stayed in the locale accruing service stamps with its supplying dealer at 1,513, 6000, 12,000 and 17,400 miles before collecting others from Fairway Motors of Liverpool at 24,662 miles and Quicks of Chester at 29,601 miles. We understand that the previous keeper’s late husband part-exchanged his Escort XR3i with the Fylde Motor Company of Kirkham in order to obtain the Fiesta some twenty-seven years ago by which time its odometer reading had increased to 64,700. A close friend of the last owner and her late husband, the vendor acquired ‘H436 BTU’ during 2022. The ‘hot hatch’ is believed to have covered just over 71,600 miles from new; a figure seemingly substantiated by the aforementioned service stamps and the numerous old MOTs on file.

Upon inspection, it is evident that this very original RS Turbo has been well looked after throughout its life and today it still presents very well in its original Radiant Red paintwork - which has stood the test of time well with only minor blemishes that are to be expected of a car this age. The ‘Fast Ford’ fired up easily at the time of consignment and the vendor reports that it is fantastic to drive, feeling very tight. The seller has recently overhauled the brakes and there is an invoice on file to suggest that the water pump and the cambelt have been recently changed. The original Recaro interior presents very well with no signs of sagging across the seats, although the driver’s bolster has a small amount of wear on the piping. The electric windows operate remarkably smoothly given their age. Due to the overall condition of this now very rare car, we are confident that it will look at home in the collection of any ‘Fast Ford’ or ‘hot hatch’ collector and it is surely deserving of new, long-term custodianship.

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2002 Porsche 911 Turbo Estimate: £38,000 - £45,000* Reg No: T.B.A

MOT: April 2024

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Chassis No: WP0ZZZ99Z2S682072

Introduced in 1999, the 996-generation of Porsche’s evergreen 911 was styled by Pinky Lai. Boasting a monocoque bodyshell that was some forty-five percent stiffer yet lighter than that of its predecessor, the newcomer also boasted improved aerodynamics and a more ergonomic interior. Perhaps best known for its switch from air- to water-cooling, the standard 996 had some well publicised engine woes. The exception to the rule was the Turbo variant which used an evolution of the Le Mans-winning (and nigh-on bombproof) Mezger flat-six. Displacing some 3.6 litres when fitted to the 996 Turbo, this fearsome powerplant developed a quoted 414bhp and 413lbft of torque. Allied to either six-speed manual or five-speed Tiptronic transmission, it reputedly enabled the 2+2-seater to accelerate from 0-60mph in 3.9 seconds and on to 189mph. With fourwheel drive, Porsche Stability Management and brutally effective four-wheel ABS disc brakes, the flagship 911 was among the very fastest `A-to-B’ cars that money could buy.

An altogether more brutish looking machine than its normally aspirated siblings, the 996 Turbo sported gaping air intakes to its front bumper, bi-xenon headlights, flared rear wheel arches, 18in alloys and a jutting rear spoiler.

Finished in the striking combination of Polar Silver Metallic with Dark Blue Metropole leather upholstery, chassis 682072 was supplied new by AFN Chiswick. Specified with hardback sports seats, extended leather and upper centre console delete, the 2+2-seater is accompanied by its original book pack and a large ring binder of invoices and receipts.

Main dealer serviced for most of its life, the relevant booklet shows stamps at 8,446, 13,119, 21,015, 26,283, 36,476, 38,127, 39,910, 41,389, 42,953, 45,294, 46,703, 50,505, 57,361 and 59,434 miles. Starting readily upon inspection and sounding throatier than standard thanks to the installation of a Top Gear stainless steel exhaust system, the 996 Turbo rides on N-rated tyres all-round (another signs of conscientious maintenance).

Fitted with the preferred and more engaging six-speed manual gearbox, the most recent invoice on file details the replacement of all three coolant radiators and both air conditioning system condensors by OCD Porsche Specialists on 11th May 2023, at a cost of £3,098.73. Warranted to have covered a modest 60,000 miles from new, chassis 682072 is as presentable as the photos suggest and a credit to the vendor and his predecessors.

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Interest in the 996-series has hit new heights this year with the sale of the unique Classic Club Coupe last month for a headline grabbing $1.2 million. Still a phenomenally fast car and usefully more compact than its 992 equivalent, a well-sorted, manual transmission 996 Turbo is a supercar to savour. Offered for sale with extensive history file and a ‘no advisories’ MOT certificate valid until April 2024.

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1.2 Any documentation pertaining to the Lot must be sent with the Entry Form to the Auctioneer’s office, or in any event delivered with the Lot to the Premises. The Contract between the Seller and the Auctioneer will be formed when the Auctioneer receives a signed Entry Form for the Lot, whether by hand, post, fax, email or by any other means, and whether or not the Entry Fee for that Lot has been paid, and whether or not the Form has been signed by the Auctioneer.

1.3 All relevant matters pertaining to the Lot such as a financial encumbrance, serious accident damage or other factors affecting value which are known to the Seller must be stated on the Entry Form. If a sale is lost because of the failure of the Seller to disclose to the Auctioneer all information which may reasonably be expected to affect the provenance, title, value or any other aspect of the Lot, the Auctioneer will charge and the Seller must pay the stated rates (both to Seller and Buyer) plus VAT. 1.4 If the Seller wishes to retain the registration number of a Lot, it is the Seller’s responsibility to notify the Auctioneer in writing on the Entry Form. It is the Seller’s responsibility to take all necessary steps to ensure that the current registration number is retained and a new number allocated prior to the Lot being sold. If the Seller does not do so, the Auctioneer shall not be responsible for any loss or damage whatsoever and howsoever arising out of the Seller’s loss of the right to the registration number following the sale of the Lot. 2.1 The Auctioneer shall have absolute discretion whether or not to accept any Lot for sale and shall be entitled to select the auction place, date, catalogue placement and photographs for the Lot. 2.2 The Seller gives the Auctioneer full and absolute right to photograph and illustrate any Lot placed in its hands for sale, and to use such photographs and illustrations as are provided by the Seller at any time at its absolute discretion (whether or not in connection with the Sale), with indemnity against copyright infringement.

2.3 The Seller is wholly responsible for the factual accuracy of, and for any judgments or opinions expressed in, the catalogue description of each Lot entered by him, and for any error, misstatement or omission of information in that description. Whether the description has been prepared by the Auctioneer or the Seller, a copy of the typed text will be

provided to the Seller within a reasonable time prior to the Auction, and unless the Seller reacts with comments or changes prior to the Auction, the Auctioneer may treat that description as accepted by the Seller.

3.1 The Seller warrants to the Auctioneer and to the Buyer either that he is the true owner of the Lot or that he is duly authorised to sell the Lot by the true owner, and is able to transfer or procure transfer of good and marketable title to the Lot free from a third party claims or encumbrances.

3.2 In the event of an unsettled hire purchase, finance agreement or any other charge or lien affecting the Lot, the Auctioneer reserves the right to settle the amount due of such charges not exceeding the Sale Proceeds and if the Sale Proceeds are less than the charges outstanding the Seller will be responsible for the settlement of the balance forthwith.

There will be a charge of £75 plus VAT for this service.

3.3 Each Lot, in the condition as described on the Entry Form, and with all keys, spare or extra items and documents shall be delivered to the Premises at the expense of the Seller. The Seller of a Lot not held by the Auctioneer at the Premises or under its control warrants and undertakes to the Auctioneer that the Lot will be made available and in a deliverable state at the time stated by the Auctioneer.

3.4 The Seller shall indemnify both the Auctioneer, its Employees and Agents, and the Buyer separately, against all payments, costs, expenses, demands, or any loss or damage whatsoever and wheresoever incurred or suffered by any of them in respect of any breach of these Conditions on the part of the Seller.

4.1 The Seller shall be entitled, prior to the sale to place a Reserve on any Lot, this being the minimum Hammer Price at which the Auctioneer is authorised to sell that Lot and to make its usual charges. A Reserve once placed by the Seller shall not be changed without the consent of the Auctioneer.

4.2 The Auctioneer may, at its option, sell the Lot at a Hammer Price below the Reserve but in any such case the Sale Proceeds to which the Seller is entitled shall be the same as if the sale had been at Reserve.

4.3 Where no Reserve has been placed on the Lot the Auctioneer shall in no way be liable should the Lot be

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purchased for a price below the lowest estimated selling price. In any event, any written or oral estimate of likely selling price given by the Auctioneer is an expression of opinion only and may not be relied upon by the Seller nor give rise to any claim.

4.4 If a Reserve is placed by the Seller in a currency other than Pounds Sterling, such a Reserve shall be calculated and converted into Sterling at the spot rate of exchange quoted to the Auctioneer by the National Westminster Bank Plc at close of business on the last banking day prior to the date of the Sale. The certificate in writing of the Auctioneer as to such rate shall be conclusive.

4.5 Where a Reserve has been placed, only the Auctioneer may bid on that Lot on behalf of the Seller. Should the Seller buy in his own Lot, the Seller must pay to the Auctioneer its stated rates (both Seller and Buyer) before the Lot is removed.

5.1 The Seller may by notice to the Auctioneer withdraw the Lot from the Auction. If the Seller does so he shall be liable to pay the Auctioneer the stated rate of the Seller’s and Buyer’s commission calculated on the estimated value of the Lot that the Auctioneer would have received had the Lot been sold for the estimated value. For the purposes of this clause the estimated value shall be the higher of:(a) the Seller’s estimate of value as previously notified to the Auctioneer or if more than one figure the highest figure or if none; (b) the value estimated in the catalogue or if more than one figure is given the highest figure, or if none, (c) the Auctioneer’s reasonable estimate of its value; (d) plus VAT on such fee in either case and expenses; 5.2 In the event that the Seller withdraws the Lot from the Auction the Seller shall arrange for the collection/removal of the Lot at his own expense within 2 working days after the date of withdrawal provided that the Seller may not collect the Lot unless or until any withdrawal fee payable under Conditions 5.1 shall have been paid in full and any storage charges have been met by the Seller.

6. The Seller authorises the Auctioneer to deduct from the Hammer Price commission at the Stated Rate subject to the

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relevant minimum commission for each Lot, plus Expenses and VAT on both. The Seller acknowledges the Auctioneer’s right to charge and retain the Buyer’s Premium also in accordance with Condition 14.

7. The Seller of a Lot which is a road going means of transport warrants and undertakes to the Auctioneer that, as at the date of the Sale, either: (a) the Lot will be VAT paid in the EU and registered in the UK, will be lawfully usable on the public road, complying with the provisions of current Road Traffic Legislation and all relevant regulations made thereunder and any statutory modifications thereof, and there is or will be in force an MOT Certificate required in relation to such use; or (alternatively) (b) the Seller has notified the Auctioneer that the Lot does not or will not meet these requirements, and cannot legally be used on the road.

8. The Seller hereby agrees to indemnify the Auctioneer, its Agents and Employees against any and all claims, liability or damage and all related costs and expenses arising out of the proper execution by the Auctioneer of their obligations to the Seller under these Conditions, and in particular against any liability or claim which may be incurred by the Auctioneer as a result of any defect in the Lot, whether proving dangerous to human life or health or otherwise giving rise to a claim against the Auctioneer, or as a result of any default by the Seller or any breach of any of the warranties or undertakings herein by the Seller.

9.1 Where any Lot fails to sell, the Auctioneer shall notify the Seller accordingly. The Seller shall make arrangements either for the Auctioneer to re-offer that Lot for sale, or forthwith to collect the Lot and to pay the Expenses. If such arrangements are not made: (a) by 1pm on the day following the date of the Sale, the Seller shall be responsible for the costs of any removal, storage and other expenses related to that Lot; (b) within 3 months after formal notification by the Auctioneer to the Seller, the Auctioneer shall have the right (pursuant to the Torts (Interference with Goods) Act 1977 or any legislation that re-enacts or replaces it) to sell the Lot by private treaty or at public auction without reserve and

to deduct from the Hammer Price or price received any sum owing to the Auctioneer including (without limitation) removal, storage and insurance expenses, the Expenses of both auctions, Commission at the Stated Rate on the sale and all other reasonable expenses, before remitting the balance to the Seller; or if he cannot be traced, placing it in a bank account in the name of the Auctioneer on behalf of the Seller.

9.2 If the Seller later sells the Lot as a result of its exposure at the auction the Auctioneer will be entitled to their normal commission. In any event the Auctioneer will be entitled to try and effect a sale as the Seller’s agent within 14 days after the date of the auction (that time limit does not apply to a sale by the Seller). If the Auctioneer does so sell the Lot, they will also be entitled to their normal commission.

10.1 Where a Lot is sold, the Auctioneer shall initiate payment, by bank transfer, of the Sale Proceeds to the Seller 14 days after the Auctioneers have received in cleared funds the Total Amount Due from the Buyer. Should no bank details be provided by the seller, the Auctioneer will effect payment by sending its cheque, drawn in favour of the Seller, 14 days after receipt of cleared funds, by first class mail at the Seller’s risk.

10.2 If before the Total Amount Due is paid by the Buyer (whether or not because the Auctioneer has given credit terms to the Buyer) the Auctioneer pays to the Seller an amount equal to the net Sale Proceeds, title in the Lot shall pass from the Seller to the Auctioneer.

10.3 In the case of overseas Sellers, the Sale Proceeds will be paid to the Seller either in Sterling or in such other currency available to the Auctioneer as may have been agreed in writing between the Seller and the Auctioneer before the date of the Sale. The Auctioneer shall calculate the rate of exchange for the Sale Proceeds by reference to the spot rate of exchange quoted by the National Westminster Bank Plc at close of business on the date of the Sale, whichever is more favourable to the auctioneer.

10.4 If the Auctioneer receives notice of any dispute related to a sold Lot before the Sale Proceeds have been remitted to the Seller, the Auctioneer may withhold payment from the Seller until it thinks fit or until the Dispute is resolved, whichever is earlier.

10.5 The Auctioneer retains the right to withhold partial or total payment for any Lot if items committed to the Sale by the Seller and sold as part of the Lot, including any relevant documents, have not been delivered by the Seller.

10.6 The Seller shall maintain their insurance of the Lot until they are in receipt of the Sale Proceeds 11.1 If the Buyer fails to pay the Auctioneer the total Amount due within 21 days after the Sale, the Auctioneer will notify the Seller and take the Seller’s instructions as to the appropriate course of action. So far as in the Auctioneer’s opinion it is practicable, the Auctioneer will at the Seller’s expense assist the Seller to recover the Total Amount Due from the Buyer, but the Auctioneer shall be under no obligation to institute proceedings in its own name.

11.2 If circumstances outside the Auctioneer’s control do not permit the Auctioneer to take instructions from the Seller, the Seller hereby authorises the Auctioneer, at the Seller’s expense, to agree special terms for payment of the total Amount Due; to remove, store and insure the Lot sold; to settle claims made against the Buyer or the Seller on such terms as the Auctioneer shall in its absolute discretion think fit; to take such steps as are necessary to collect the monies due by the Buyer to the Seller; and if necessary to rescind the sale and refund money to the Buyer.

to have more than one chassis, body or other mechanical components. This may have happened several times, both in a vehicle’s ‘works’ career and thereafter in private owner hands. Sometimes ‘works’ vehicles were fitted with different registration plates, so that a vehicle could meet a particular event’s start date deadline. These historical factors may lead to there being in existence multiple and competing claimants to the same vehicle identity.

12.2 The Buyer shall be the person making the highest bid at or over Reserve (if any) that is accepted by the Auctioneer, and the Contract shall be concluded at the fall of the hammer.

The Auctioneer shall have the absolute discretion to settle any dispute related to bidding at the Sale. All sales are deemed not to be sales in the course of a business, unless notified to the contrary.

12.3 Every bidder shall be deemed to act as a principal unless the Auctioneer has, prior to the auction date, acknowledged (either by acceptance of the Bidder’s Registration Form which discloses the true principal, or otherwise in writing) that the bidder is acting as agent on behalf of a disclosed principal.

the registration particulars appear in the written part of the description and the transfer has been authorised by the Seller.

If the vehicle is sold to the Buyer before the formalities of the allocation of a different registration number to that vehicle are completed with the DVLA, the Buyer accepts that he will take all steps necessary to co-operate with either the Seller or the Auctioneer to have the number re-transferred to the Seller or as may be, and will take no steps to register the vehicle with the number in his name.

13.2 Whilst the interests of prospective Buyers are best served by personal attendance at the Sale, the Auctioneers will if so instructed execute bids on their behalf. Neither the Auctioneer nor its Employees or Agents will be responsible for any error or default in doing so or in failing altogether to do so. Where the Auctioneer executes bids on behalf of an absent bidder, each Lot will be bought as cheaply as is allowed by other bids and any relevant Reserve.

14. The Buyer shall pay to the Auctioneer in respect of each Lot the Buyer’s Commission calculated on the Hammer Price at the stated rates as set out above.

12.4 The Auctioneer may in its absolute discretion refuse to accept any bid, advance the bidding as it may decide, withdraw or divide any Lot, combine any two or more Lots, and in the case of dispute may put up any Lot for auction again.

15. Where a Lot is described in the Catalogue or announced at the time of Sale as being subject to VAT on import, VAT will be payable in addition to the Hammer Price (which VAT may or may not be refundable by HM Customs & Excise on proof of export).

12.5 A prospective bidder should register his intention to bid for a Lot by completing fully and signing a Bidder’s Registration Form prior to executing his bid. If this has not been completed before the fall of the hammer, the Buyer shall forthwith complete the Bidder’s Registration Form. The Bidder shall also provide photographic identification. Failure to do so shall not invalidate the sale, unless the Auctioneer, in its absolute discretion, so decides.

16.1 Upon the sale of a Lot, the Buyer shall:

CONDITIONS MAINLY CONCERNING THE BUYER 12.1 Any motor vehicle is sold as a collector’s item and not as a means of transport. Buyers are specifically warned that any vehicle sold as such may well have had parts replaced and paint renewed or be made up of parts from other vehicles the condition of which may be difficult to establish.

The Auctioneer has to rely on information as to the date, condition and authenticity provided by the Seller and does not provide its own description, and does not and cannot undertake its own inspection of vehicles or other Lot and it is the responsibility of the Buyer to ensure that the Lot conforms to the description in the catalogue. The Auctioneer cannot check or verify the authenticity of the chassis or VIN number under which a vehicle is offered, but relies on the Seller’s description. Buyers should take particular care to verify in advance the authenticity of a vehicle that is claimed to have important racing, rallying or ‘ex-works’ history as it was common in period for a competition vehicle of a single identity

12.6 Any bid which fails to reach the Reserve may be submitted by the Auctioneer to the Seller and if the Seller accepts that bid, the Lot will be deemed to have been sold to the Buyer at the sum bid at the fall of the hammer and the normal Terms and Conditions will apply to that sale.

16.2 Unless he has already done so, complete a Bidder’s Registration Form as in Condition 12.5 above; 16.3 Pay to the Auctioneer the total amount due, at latest by midday on the day after the Sale, notwithstanding that where the Buyer wishes to export the Lot, an export licence may be required which must be obtained by the Buyer at his own cost; 16.4 Accept that any payments received by the Auctioneer from a Buyer may be applied by the Auctioneer towards any sums owing from that Buyer to the Auctioneer on any account whatsoever, without regard to any directions of the Buyer or his agent, whether express or implied.

13.1 Where a Lot is illustrated by a photograph, in the case of a vehicle with a registration number visible, that number will not be transferred with the vehicle to the Buyer unless

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17.1 Until the total amount due has been received by the Auctioneer: (a) title in a Lot shall not pass to the Buyer but the risk shall; (b) no Lot may be taken away by or on behalf of the Buyer.

17.2 The Buyer shall be responsible for any removal, storage and insurance charges and any other Expenses on any Lot not paid for and taken away from the by 1pm on the day following the day of the sale.

17.3 If the Lot remains under the vendor’s control for any reason, either at their property or a third-party one, then the Buyer must remove it within ten days of the sale. Failure to do so will result in the Lot being uplifted to secure storage at the Buyer’s expense.

18.1 If a Buyer fails either to pay for or to take away any Lot, the Auctioneer may without further notice to the Buyer, at its discretion and without prejudice to any other rights or remedies it may have, exercise one or more of the following rights or remedies, as may be relevant, in relation to any and all remedies for non-payment that the Auctioneer may choose to exercise. The Buyer will pay to the Auctioneer all legal and other costs borne by it on a full indemnity basis.

18.2 To charge interest at a rate not exceeding 3% per month over Natwest Bank’s base rate on so much of the total amount due as remains unpaid after the date and time referred to in condition 16.3 for the first two months. After that period of time to charge interest at a rate not exceeding 1.75% per month over Natwest Bank’s base rate on so much of the total amount due as remains unpaid after the date and time referred to in condition 16.3.

18.3 To issue proceedings against the Buyer for payment of the total amount due and/or for damages for breach of contract. If the Seller decides to sell the Lot elsewhere, the Auctioneer may proceed against the Buyer for the Commission which it would have earned both from the Seller and the Buyer together with VAT on both had the Buyer paid for the Lot in accordance with these Conditions.

18.4 To rescind the sale of that or any other Lots sold to the same Buyer at this or any other Sale, in respect of which title has not passed.

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18.5 To resell the Lot or cause it to be resold by public or private sale, such that any deficiency in the total amount due resulting from such resale (after giving credit for any payment) together with the full costs incurred in connection with the Lots shall be paid to the Auctioneer by the Buyer; any surplus in excess of the Sale Proceeds of that resale shall belong to the Seller.

18.6 To store the Lot at the sole expense of the Buyer and to release the Lot only after payment in full of the total amount due, together with the accrued cost of the removal, storage and insurance and all other expenses incurred in connection with the Lot. 18.7 To retain that or any other Lot sold to the Buyer at the same or any other auction and to release the same only after payment of the total amount due.

18.8 To apply by way of set-off any Sale Proceeds of any Lot then due or at any time thereafter becoming due to the Buyer towards settlement of the total amount due and expenses and the Auctioneer shall be entitled to a lien on any property of the Buyer which is in the Auctioneer’s possession for any purpose.

18.9 To reject or ignore any bids made by or on behalf of the defaulting Buyer at any future sales or insist upon a cash deposit before accepting any bids in future.

19.1 All Lots are offered as seen with all faults and defects without any guarantee or warranty attaching thereto as to condition, roadworthiness or otherwise and with all faults and defects whether apparent upon examination or not.

19.2 In any event, neither the Seller nor the Auctioneer shall be liable for any indirect or consequential loss whatsoever, and the maximum liability of the Auctioneer together with its Employees and Agents, in the event of any claim against them arising from the sale of any Lot shall be limited to the Hammer Price plus Buyer’s Premium in respect of that Lot. GENERAL CONDITIONS 20. The Auctioneer in all respects acts and will be treated as agent for the Seller (except where the Auctioneer is expressly stated to be selling as principal), and is not responsible for any default by the Seller or the Buyer to the other party.

21. The Auctioneer will not accept any liability for damage sustained to a Lot that is attributable to members of the public or non-Auctioneer operatives during the Sale or any removable items left within lots during the same period. Any claims for damage and / or lost items must be submitted to the Auctioneer in writing no later than 3 working days after the date of the Sale and include a valid quote for repair or replacement and digital photographs where applicable.

22. The Auctioneer shall be under no liability for any injury, damage or loss sustained by any person while on the Auctioneers premises (including any premises where a sale may be conducted or where a Lot, or a part of a Lot, may be on view from time to time) except for death or personal injury caused by the negligence of the Auctioneers or its employees and agents in the course of their duties to the Auctioneers.

23. The Auctioneer shall have the right, at its sole discretion, without assigning any reason, to refuse any person admission to its Premises or attendance at any of its Sales, or to view any Lot. 24. The Auctioneer shall keep and use any data relating to the Buyer and the Seller in accordance with the provisions of all relevant data protection legislation. The Buyer and the Seller consent to such data being kept and used for appropriate purposes, including informing the Buyer and the Seller of any offers or other matters of interest from time to time.

25. The copyright in all written matter and illustrations relating to Lots shall remain at all times the absolute property of the Auctioneer, and any person wishing to use such materials, or any part of them, shall require the prior written consent of the Auctioneer.

26. If any Condition or part of a condition in these Terms shall be held to be invalid or unenforceable, the validity or enforceability of the remaining Conditions will not thereby be affected.

27. These Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with English Law. All transactions to which these Conditions apply and all matters connected therewith shall also be governed by English Law. Each of the Auctioneer, the Seller, the Buyer and any bidder hereby submits to nonexclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

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Motorcars in today’s sale Lot No.

Lot No.

103 17 57 87 34 98 90 84 140 59 14 105 79 52 128 115 82 13 40 21

1951 Allard K2 1948 Allard L-Type Roadster 1950 Allard P1 1933 Alvis Firefly Drophead Coupe 1936 Alvis Silver Crest 20hp Four Light Saloon 1964 Alvis TE21 1966 Aston Martin DB5 1995 Aston Martin DB7 2003 Aston Martin DB7 GT 1976 Audi 100 S Coupe 1936 Austin 10-Apr Colwyn Cabriolet 1938 Austin 18 Norfolk 1954 Austin Champ 1954 Austin Healey 100/4 BN1 1967 Austin Mini Cooper S 1275 1989 Austin Mini Thirty 1974 Austin Mini Van 850 1960 Austin-Healey ‘Frogeye’ Sprite MkI 1955 Austin-Healey 100 1958 Austin-Healey 100/6

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39 81 54 58 44 71 20 65 53 106 122 23 146 64

1982 Bedford HA 110 Van 2004 Bentley Arnage R Mulliner Level II 2001 Bentley Arnage Red Label 2006 Bentley Azure 1994 Bentley Brooklands 2005 Bentley Continental GT 2007 Bentley Continental GTC 1994 Bentley Continental R 1952 Bentley MkVI Saloon 1954 Bentley R-Type Convertible 1975 Bentley T1 1998 BMW 740i 2006 BMW M6 V10 Convertible 1983 Buick Riviera 2 Door Coupe

67 94 5

1956 Cadillac Coupe de Ville 1996 Chevrolet Astro Day Van 1977 Citroen 2CV Pickup

25 38 74 19 120 29

1992 Daimler 4 Saloon 1951 Daimler DB18 Special Sports 1964 Daimler SP250 Dart 1970 Datsun Fairlady Sports 1600 Roadster 1951 David BrownCropmaster 1927 Delage DI Sport Boat-Tail Tourer

Derverimp Single Seater Special

101 1929 Essex Super Six Sedan 41 12 133 156 114 89 83 80

1987 Fiat X1/9 VS 1974 Ford Escort 1300 XL Auto 1978 Ford Escort RS Mexico 1991 Ford Fiesta RS Turbo 1916 Ford Model T 1923 Ford Model T Runabout 1972 Formosa 120 GR 1936 Frazer-Nash BMW 319/55 Sports

35 1952 Humber Pullman MkIII Shooting Brake 121 2011 Hummer HX 49 1929 Hupmobile Model A Saloon 68 97 85 75 50 91 16 32 135

1969 Jaguar 240 1947 Jaguar 3.5 Litre MkIV Saloon 1965 Jaguar E-Type 4.2 Coupe 1964 Jaguar E-Type 4.2 litre Fixed Head Coupe 1970 Jaguar E-Type 4.2 Roadster 1966 Jaguar MkII 2.4 Litre 1989 Jaguar Sovereign V12 HE Saloon 1954 Jaguar XK120 Fixed Head Coupe 2012 Jaguar XKR 5.0 Convertible

77 70 111 88 104 116 108 148 142 129 138

1925 Lagonda Dec-24 ‘S’ Saloon 1976 Lancia Fulvia 1.3S 2015 Land Rover 90 Defender ‘Landmark Edition’ Station Wagon 2007 Land Rover Defender 90 TDCi Convertible 1955 Land Rover Series I 107’’ 1952 Lea-Francis 14hp Special Tourer 1975 Lincoln Continental Mk IV Lipstick Edition 1971 Lotus Elan Sprint Drophead Coupe 1971 Lotus Elan Sprint FHC 1983 Lotus Esprit S3 1952 Lotus MkVI Prototype

149 152 26 43 15 36 112

2001 Maserati 3200 GT 2003 Maserati 4200 GT Spyder 1965 Mercedes-Benz 220 SEB 1964 Mercedes-Benz 230SL 1981 Mercedes-Benz 280 SL 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL 1988 Mercedes-Benz 300E

Lot No.

Lot No.

56 118 55 45 28 62 134 154 6 110 113 61 30 144 66 102 10 63 99 76

69 47 86 78 42 60 107 73 96 46

1979 Reliant Scimitar GTE 1959 Riley 2.6 Saloon 1950 Riley RMD Drophead Coupe 1934 Rolls Royce 20/25 Sedanca de Ville 1976 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow 1973 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow 1991 Rover Mini Neon 1959 Rover P5 3-Litre MkI 1968 Rover P5B 3.5 Coupe 1969 Rover P5B 3.5 Saloon

3 119 1 9 109 72

1965 Saab 96 ‘Long Nose’ 2-Stroke 1949 Singer 4A Roadster 1952 Singer 4AB Roadster 1935 Standard Avon ‘Le Mans’ Special Tourer 1932 Standard Avon Special 1964 Sunbeam Rapier Series IV

117 2 37 31 48

2003 Toyota MR2 VVTI 1981 Triumph Spitfire 1500 1972 Triumph Stag 1954 Triumph TR2 1979 Triumph TR7

8 51 131 27 95 22 93 4 11

1967 Vanden Plas 4 Litre R 1938 Vauxhall GY 25 Wingham Cabriolet 2003 Vauxhall VX220 1973 Volkswagen Beetle Karmann Cabriolet 1960 Volkswagen Type 2 (T1) Camper Van 1979 Volkswagen Type 2 (T2) Devon Moonraker Camper 1979 Volvo 262C 1990 Volvo 740 Turbo Estate 1969 Volvo P1800S

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1934 Wolseley 16 Saloon

1991 Mercedes-Benz 500SL-32 1992 Mercedes-Benz 560 SEC 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL600 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL 320 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL 350 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL 500 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG 1968 MG C Roadster 1934 MG N-Type Magnette 2004 MG TF 160 2011 MG TF135 1950 MG YA Saloon 1998 Mitsubishi 3000 GT 1972 Morgan 04-Apr 1600 Two-Seater 1935 Morris 10-Apr Tourer 1926 Morris Cowley ‘Bullnose’ Tourer 1926 Morris Cowley ‘Flatnose’ 2-Seater Tourer with Dickey 1969 Morris Mini Cooper 1925 Morris Oxford ‘Bullnose’ Doctor’s Coupe

139 2002 Noble M12 GTO 141 150 153 130 155 143 157 92 136 145 132 151 137 147

1966 Porsche 911 1978 Porsche 911 3.0 Litre RSR Tribute 2001 Porsche 911 Carrera 2002 Porsche 911 Carrera 2 Cabriolet 1999 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 2005 Porsche 911 Carrera S 2002 Porsche 911 Turbo 1966 Porsche 912 1991 Porsche 928 GT 1995 Porsche 928 GTS 1988 Porsche 928 S4 1991 Porsche 944 S2 Cabriolet 2001 Porsche Boxster S 2008 Porsche Cayman S

7 1972 Range Rover ‘Two Door’ Suffix A 100 2001 Range Rover 30th Anniversary Edition 124 Registration Number ‘60 CTJ’ 123 Registration Number ‘8838 KR’ 126 Registration Number ‘90 TY’ 127 Registration Number ‘AMW 1’ 125 Registration Number ‘700 AVU’ 33 1977 Reliant Scimitar GTE

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