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Welcome Silverstone Auctions and Salon Privé are delighted to welcome you to Syon House for the inagural Salon Privé Sale, where you have a unique opportunity to acquire some truly ‘best of breed’ motorcars at the UK’s finest Concours d’Elégance. Hosted in partnership between Salon Privé and Silverstone Auctions, the new sale features more than 50 of the most desirable models to come to market in recent years. From iconic supercars to British luxury and incredible pieces of motoring history, a wonderful range of classic vehicles could be yours. We’re also privileged to include in the sale some road going classics from one of Europe’s finest collections, The ‘Stradale’ Collection. We have worked hard to be able to offer you these very special and exciting cars, which have come to the UK from around the world to be sold. If you require any assistance, our team is here to help with any query you may have. Whether it’s regarding transportation for a successful acquisition or simply a little more insight into the car’s history, we’re more than happy to provide assistance in securing the car of your dreams. 2014 has already been a record breaking year for the Silverstone Auctions team and quality entries are now being invited for the final two sales of the year including the country’s biggest classic car show, The NEC Classic Motorshow, in Birmingham on November 15th, and The Autumn Sale taking place in just over two weeks’ time at Silverstone circuit on September 20th. Now in its ninth year, and with more automotive and luxury brands than ever before queuing up to take part, as well as some of the rarest and most valuable motor cars from around the world competing in the Chubb Insurance Concours d’Elégance, Salon Privé truly is the UK’s foremost Supercar and Classic Car event. We do hope that you enjoy your time here at Salon Privé. It’s been a pleasure to consign and catalogue these fantastic cars for you. The atmosphere here at Syon House is sure to provide the perfect backdrop at which to sell them. Nick Whale Managing Director Silverstone Auctions
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Cooper S Minis won the tough long-distance Monte Carlo in 1964 and again in 1965. When Timo Makinen won again the French authorities declared the win null and void. The Mini had broken the rules. How? It had the wrong sort of headlamp bulbs, said the absurd and xenophobic officials. It was sweet revenge when a Cooper S won again in 1967 marking its ground as a formidable competitor and cementing its place in our hearts. (Jonathan Glancey, A History of the Automobile, 2004) It comes as no surprise then that road-going variants of the iconic underdog still have the potential to work us to frenzy even today. Guided at an attractive level for this well restored and fully shaken-down example this fetching 1275cc and twin-tanked Cooper S is surely worthy of consideration?
1967 Morris Mini Cooper S MkI 1275cc
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Registration: VBY 354E Chassis Number: YKG2S21704 Engine Number: 9FSAY41726 Year of Manufacture: 1967 Estimate (ÂŁ): 18,000 - 22,000
complete engine rebuild to original 1275cc specification. Each component of the car was stripped and either restored or replaced with correct parts, the resulting car looking incredible throughout. Purchased by our vendor through Classic Throttle Shop in Australia, this is why there are a few subtle differences to the leather pattern on the interior, and we believe even Mk.II style windows. Delicately combining both restoration and preservation, this Cooper S is the prefect classic city car behaving as you would expect, turning a lick of pace when required, and looking the part wherever it goes. Offered with a UK V5C and current MoT, the 1275cc Cooper S remains the most sought of all the Minis and this car being one of the best commands serious attention today...
The subject of a complete and sympathetic restoration not more than 1500miles ago, this Cooper S was full bare-metal re-sprayed at the same time and received a
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One of the most likely origins of the word ‘jeep’ was from the Popeye cartoon series. Eugene the Jeep was his “jungle pet”, small and able to solve impossible problems. At the time, as war raged in Europe, the earliest Jeeps formed a lasting impression on the American soldier which helped the adoption of the term Jeep. Even more impressive was the time taken from concept to production of a design that has stood the test of time and become an unlikely motoring icon. From tenders being sent out to a production run took less than two hundred days. The cast was set for a deciding factor which influenced the outcome over the next five years. This was Americas’ ability to produce in vast numbers well designed hardware for the war effort. As the war progressed Willys produced over 300,000 Jeeps. Ford were drafted in to boost production and contributed over 250,000 units. Ford Jeeps were recognisable by their pressed steel grilles as opposed to the Willys slat grille style.
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1944 Willys MB Jeep with Trailer
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Registration: EU Chassis Number: 357879 Engine Number: Not Specified Year of Manufacture: 1944 Estimate (£): 15,000 - 20,000
Considering how the Jeep was conceived and its role in warfare it is remarkable that some of the finest classic car collections will always include a Willys or Ford WWII Jeep making the restored example offered here a candidate for serious consideration should one of these yardstick cars so far elude you. Manufactured in 1944 it is more than likely that this Willys saw action in the Second World War, regrettably, this cataloguer has been unable to track the history to a particular regiment or battalion. Perhaps piecing together the history over the course of one’s ownership is precisely the reason we all hold such a soft-spot for a Willys? The subject of a sympathetic yet thorough restoration which includes the accompanying and charming trailer unit we’re pleased to offer this car from a significant Belgian collection. This capable Willys runs and drives without fault transitioning progressively through the gears and stopping accurately in a straight line. The perfect steed for your annual trip to the Goodwood Revival where Willys Jeeps enjoy generous access to the weekend’s racing the time has never been better to secure your own piece of 1940’s motoring history.
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This beautiful XJ-S Convertible is finished in the extremely rare colour scheme of New Glacier White with blue mohair hood, magnolia interior piped blue and blue carpets. The car also has a matching blue mohair hood cover. This XJ-S was manufactured on the 20th September 1989 and was sold new to a Mr P Ide by Paramount Jaguar, Derby on 1st November 1989. The car was then purchased on 23rd July 1992 by a Mrs Ann Spencer of Llanferres who kept the car for the next 20 years. Then on 1st August 2012 the car was bought by the most recent owner, a Mr C Lee of Conwy making the car three owners from new. The car covered the first 9,000 miles of it’s life with Mr Ide before being sold to Mrs Spencer who did a further 15,700 miles in the car from July 1992 until 2002 when the car was put into dry storage with a mileage of 24,701 miles. The car was then taken out of storage and recommissioned in November 2010 with the MOT
1989 Jaguar V12 XJS Convertible
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Registration: G707 PNU Chassis Number: SAJJNADW3DB166568 Engine Number: 8S072059SA Year of Manufacture: 1989 Estimate (£): 18,000 - 22,000
at that time showing a mileage of 24,732 miles, the difference being the distance to and from the garage/ MOT test centre. Then in November 2011 the mileage is recorded at 24,851 miles and in March 2013 at 25,186 miles showing how little this car has been used in recent years. The mileage now stands at 25,600 miles. This XJ-S Convertible is in ‘time warp’ condition and is the best un-restored XJ-S we have seen. It was clearly rust proofed from new and then lovingly looked after by each of its three owners. The boot looks like it has never been used and all original stickers are still present in the engine bay & boot. The magnolia and blue piped leather interior is excellent and the New Glacier White bodywork is in incredible condition for the age of the car. The original lattice spoke alloy wheels are completely unmarked. The car comes with its original book pack and tools and even has it’s original Paramount Jaguar dealer key fob! There is a history file with MOT’s to confirm the mileage of the car. It also comes with a Jaguar Heritage Production Record Trace Certificate and a tailored indoor dust cover. This XJ-S is a very good specification, as well as all the usual refinements such as electric windows, electric hood and air conditioning it also has heated seats, electrically adjusted lumbar support and factory fitted upgraded stereo. Supplied with UK V5C and a fresh MOT this stunning ‘Big Cat’s’ V12 is eager to purr on the open highways with a new owner.
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The Fiat Dino was introduced at the Turin Motor Show in 1966 alongside the Dino Berlinetta GT, later to become the Ferrari Dino 246. Powered by a shared four camshaft, two litre, V6 engine, both cars benefited from a racing pedigree that went back to Ferrari’s Dino 166P sports-racing unit and their 246 Grand Prix engine. However, when Ferrari decided to race in Formula 2 with its new V6 engine designed by Enzo Ferrari’s son Dino, the company had a problem. Under homologation rules, they were required to build enough cars to satisy the rules for racing. Ferrari could not build enough cars to homologate the Dino so a deal was struck with Fiat for a joint venture and the Dino was born. The Dino model was built as either a Bertone designed coupé or a sleek spider from Pininfarina. However, it is the spiders, both in 2.0 and 2.4 Litre guise, that have become most sought after amongst collectors. In the words of Sports Car Market: “The Spider is one of the prettiest designs to emerge from Pininfarina’s studio in the 1960s…. and even accelerating in top gear from low revs, there’s a seamless delivery of power.” A mere 1,133 spiders were originally built, but far fewer are left in existence today. This 206 Dino Spider was bought new in Belgium and a letter from the factory confirms the car was built in December 1967. The UK registration certificate states this Spider has had only 2 former keepers since 1972. The previous owner acquired the vehicle in 1989 and had the car bare metal resprayed in its beautiful current colour combination of Azzurro Cielo (Sky Blue) with cream interior. A Nardi steering wheel was also sourced for good measure. A full photographic record of the respray and rebuild can be found in the history file and after the work was completed, this little Spider won the prestigious UK Concours D’Elegance for the Dino Club.
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1967 Fiat Dino Spider by Pininfarina
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Registration: DNO 206F Chassis Number: 135AS0000704 Engine Number: 135B0004882 Year of Manufacture: 1967 Estimate (£): 60,000 - 75,000
Purchased by the current vendor in 2003, himself a passionate collector of Italian cars, the light-weight aluminium block and gearbox have been recently rebuilt to racing specification. This work was carried out by Ferrari Marque specialists Superformance and the engine is still under warrantee from them. The vendor reports that the engine freely revs up to 8,000rpm. Buyers should note that it was only the 206 Dino models, with 2 litre engines, that had aluminium blocks. This resulted in reduced weight and superior handling to the 246 model and saw the 206 cars raced in period. Consequently, this car is eligible for entry to events such as the Le Mans Classic, 1,000 kilometeres of Monza and the Targa Florio. This example has a current Historical Technical Passport, enabling it to compete in FIA events and a custom made roll bar that is removable and will be sold with car. This is a car that can genuinely be used for all occasions, be it races, rallies, tours or concours, the car is welcomed by event organisers and admiring crowds wherever it goes. A large history file covers the last 25 years of maintenance and this Dino Spider is supplied with a current MoT certificate. In addition, a tailor made indoor car cover, with Dino logo, are included in the sale as is the fantastic registration number: DNO 206F. “These cars were designed by Pininfarina and built using the same engines and assembled by the same Ferrari engineers on the same Ferrari production lines as the 246s, albeit significantly rarer. In this respect, ‘FIAT’ Dino and ‘Ferrari’ Dino was simply early marketing driven ‘badge engineering’. When one discards the marketing, the lineage is plain: Dino....”
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The story of how our vendor, an Argentine businessman named Martin Varrone came to own the ‘Fangio Service Truck’ is a fascinating tale. In 1987 at just 17 years old Martin started working in a Soda factory with his brother. His task was to distribute crates of fizzy drink in Palermo, a suburb of Buenos Aires and one of his clients was Juan Manuel Fangio. An idol of the young Martin Varrone, Fangio used to receive the delivery of pop direct to his home on Nicaragua Street through which Martin met the family and formed a friendship with the great racing driver. By 1993 the ambitious Martin wanted to set up his own Trucking business requiring a fleet of trucks. Fangio, himself now the Buenos Aires Mercedes-Benz dealer, honoured credit to Martin to secure his first truck from the dealership in Montes de Oca Street. Between 1993 and 2002 a further 16 units were purchased by Martin. Whilst purchasing one of the wagons for his business, Martin spotted in the corner of the dealership this ‘Boxcar’ 170SD from 1954. It was part-dismantled and filled with earth and miscellaneous parts from other Mercedes trucks. There and then Martin expressed his interest to buy the little Boxcar which had served the Fangio dealership so well, but had to insist for a few more years before the answer he wanted eventually came.
1954 Mercedes-Benz 170SD ‘Fangio’ Service Truck †
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Registration: TBA Chassis Number: 1361854503673 Engine Number: 6369314504155 Year of Manufacture: 1954 Estimate (£): 60,000 - 85,000
began to market Mercedes-Benz in Argentina. It was used to deliver spare parts, run errands and was even used as a support vehicle at the 1962 Swedish Grand Prix where it joined the official Mercedes-Benz team in its ‘Servicio Repuestos’ (Service Parts) livery. Rumour has it that the connection between this truck and the late great Fangio even dates back to the mid-1950’s and the World Championship successes enjoyed by Fangio behind the wheel of such famous steeds as the 1954 Mercedes-Benz W196. Regrettably, we cannot secure enough evidence to categorically support this but we believe it to be true. The restoration of this Mercedes has been completed to an exemplary standard and it presents in fantastic overall condition. Sympathetically detailed to match the livery and colours which it sported in period, careful attention and consideration has been given, particularly to the interior to ensure the car has not been overrestored. A charming and unusual collector’s Mercedes, the history of this vehicle and its place within the career of the great Fangio and the success of one of the worlds’ most revered marques is paramount. † Interested parties should note that VAT and relevant import duty at the prevailing rate is applicable to the purchase price of this vehicle if it remains in the EU.
Finally, Ademir Odoricio who was President of the dealership at the time sold the Boxcar to Martin in exchange for another vehicle. The restoration was set upon with gusto and the history researched. Conversations with the Fangio family led to Blumetti Fernando, the driver of the truck in period. He confirmed that the vehicle had been acquired by Fangio when he
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1958 Bentley S1 Continental Park Ward Two-Door Sports Saloon
The Continental name evokes high-speed travel over long distances in the lap of luxury. Fittingly, that is exactly the experience that Bentley’s Continental models provided to the favoured few during the 1950s. The S1 Continental of 1955 featured the last of Bentley’s long-lived six-cylinder engine, which, being a Rolls-Royce design was smooth and silent but also appropriately powerful. An exceptionally rigid welded box section chassis was mounted on a new front suspension that had a semi-trailing wishbone and repositioned rear springs, which improved handling and softened the ride.
created for the 1957 Paris show, was distinguished by its crisp, airy wraparound rear window, large rear quarter windows, narrow C-pillars, and the audacious flair of small tailfins. It is one of the most striking closed bodies fitted to the S1 Continental.
Numerous catalogued semi-custom and custom body styles were used to dress the S1 Continental, usually in lightweight all-aluminum, as would be expected of a performance model.
From looking through the extensive history file we can see that this example has been meticulously maintained from new with detailed service records until 1961. Along with records of maintenance work carried out on the car during the past 15 years. From the detailed history file we can ascertain that after a long period of standing the car was subject to some re-commissioning work, which included fitment of new inner sills.
The car offered here is one of the rarest iterations; it is one of a believed 95 built by Park Ward of London to this striking coupé design. This design, which was originally
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Registration: UYU 327 Chassis Number: BC21EL Engine Number: BC20E Year of Manufacture: 1958 Estimate (£): 150,000 - 200,000
Built in March 1958 the car was sold through Jack Barclay Ltd to a Mr. P.G. Swiffen. Finished in its original Smoke green colour with green interior this matching numbers car is presented in what appears to be mostly untouched original condition giving the car a wonderful patina.
Very rare and unique examples of the legendary Continental series in such unmolested condition are becoming increasingly hard to find. This example here boasts excellent history and originality, perfect for the astute collector to preserve or restore.
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B-24-AW is the only original alloy bodied Mk V. The lightweight sports saloon body is finished in its original colour of Maroon as the MK V Corniche and has a beige leather interior. Almost Incredibly, this car was the only British car to be delivered to a private individual during World War II. Amongst the other six cars is chassis number B-20-AW which is a Park Ward saloon that has been owned by Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber for over thirty years and is reportedly the only car that he still drives. The other cars are in museums and one other is now owned by Bentley motors and one other in long term ownership. The private individual who purchased the car was Col W.C. Devereux, the owner of High Duty Alloys and fishing chum of Baron E Hives. Devereux was a scientist and manufacturer of alloys and duralumin and by inventing lightweight metals was the worlds aero industries leader . This might perhaps explain why ‘Dev’ was able to purchase his Bentley under special licence, whilst also receiving a ten percent discount and having his MKV built in alloy, simply not possible to anyone during WW2. It was clearly a hugely expensive project. One of his other projects was the Multi-Union, which lapped Brooklands at 141.49 mph in 1938 driven by the test pilot Chris Staniland whilst having a holed piston. Cobb’s 24 Litre Napier Railton held the outer-circuit lap record at 143.44 and the Multi Union would have taken the outright record in time and only WW2 prevented it from doing so. Dev was also quite a character and would think nothing of turning up in his hunting pink
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Registration: GKX 594 Chassis Number: B-24-AW Engine Number: K9BF Year of Manufacture: 1941 Estimate (£): 140,000 - 160,000
(as he was Master of the hounds) at board meetings or government committee meetings. He went by flying boat to the States in 1940 and introduced the leaders of British industry to the heads of US industry for contracts and military production for World War II. The vendor even has one of his original diaries. An article in a book that the vendor has written about Dev describes how his London allocated war office was situated next to Lord Beaverbrooks, the newspaper barons who was the Minister for aircraft production, whilst also being Churchill’s late night drinking companion. One morning in 1941, ‘Bev’ was caught using Beaverbrook’s personal toilet by his orderly and asked to vacate. His response was to call Beaverbrook ‘a shit’, not realising that Beaverbrook was outside the door. Devereux has been described as one of the most important industrialists Britain ever had. He and Roy Fedden were responsible for hundreds of millions of pounds worth of exports worldwide in the late twenties and thirties, not to mention his considerable efforts during World War II that helped end the hostilities. Post war he founded the Fulmer research institute and was involved in the then ‘Space race’. B-24-AW was purchased by the vendor from a Gentleman in Vancouver, Canada. He had owned the car from the early seventies and was a collector of fine automobiles. He had bought it from a Colonel in California and then drove the car back to Canada. A few months later he came 2nd in a Concours d’Elegance and he decided he wanted to win one, so he completely stripped the car to start again. Over the next 30 years he did or had done almost everything except the bodywork and final reassembly. The last thing he had done was the engine rebuild by Tom Mellor, a retired Air Canada aircraft engineer who spent 650 hours completing the engine rebuild. Tom then towed his motorcycle to the Bonneville salt flats with his fifties Rolls-Royce Silver
1941 Bentley MK V
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Bentley had planned to make thirty four of the newly designed Bentley MK V chassis ranging from number B-2-AW through to B-70-AW using even numbers only but due to impending hostilities only seventeen were actually manufactured into running chassis’s. The chassis and running gear was cutting edge technology for Rolls-Royce and with independent front suspension which was long overdue was a considerable leap forward. The new engine design was based on the smooth and torquey Wraith and made for a rapid sports car that one could handle with confidence. Ten Mk Vs were recorded as being destroyed or scrapped, leaving seven cars remaining, which were all really experimental cars.
Dawn and broke the then world speed record on his Triumph 750cc. The car was shipped back to the UK to the vendor’s restorer and after two years the car was completed. The alloy body and frame took almost 600 hours to prepare and a new interior was matched exactly to the original. The wood is beautifully polished and the original radio had been restored. Radios were not allowed during WW2 so it is remarkable that it survived. A newly developed set of gear ratios was acquired from the Rolls Royce Heritage trust. Such was the significance of the repatriation of this car, when B-24-AW fist arrived in the UK the vendor was invited down to the Rolls-Royce Heritage trust in Derby and was offered subsequently a membership of the trust. The late Professor Ken Brittain ( Who made gyroscopes for the guidance system on the USA ballistic missiles in his garden shed ) manufactured the vendor four copies of the MK V Corniche mascot from his original. One for the late Michel Paulin, the nephew of Georges Paulin the designer of the Corniche and of the Bentley MKV mascot. Another for a museum owner in Germany and two for the vendors own cars. The original is on loan to the Sir Henry Royce memorial heritage trust museum, along with the original Corniche MK V engine that the vendor also owns. This has to be the most fascinating Derby saloon ever conceived and the vendor was informed by Michael Elman-Brown and the previous owner, David Scott, that it drives as nicely as the Bentley Continental R and is a more desirable vehicle. In addition, this car was loaned to the Bentley museum in Wolfsburg at the request of Bentley motors for the last twelve months. It is being offered for sale for the very first time at public auction.
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This original California car arrived in the UK in 1988 and remained in dry storage for many years prior to complete and sympathetic restoration. All panels are original, never accident damaged and the whole car has been restored by ‘Big Healey’ specialist, John Chatham to the highest standard over the past five years. Photographic evidence of the restoration work shows the car completely stripped to its core components and the comprehensive preparation that the chassis and tub have received. The result of this hard labour is a remarkable car with flawless paintwork and expertly trimmed interior. The restoration and presentation of this Healey is to production-specification with period modifications including a Mk.3 spec engine and rear shock absorbers, plus high-torque starter motor. It has been fitted with lockable Mk.3 door handles, mohair hood, wood rim steering wheel and 72 spoke 5.5J wire wheels.
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1962 Austin Healey 3000 BJ7 MkII
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Registration: 443 YUP Chassis Number: HBJ7-L/19545 Engine Number: 29F-RU-H/107 Year of Manufacture: 1962 Estimate (£): 55,000 - 70,000
Considered by many to be the greatest all-rounder of the Healey range this amply-powered two + twoseater in original colour of Ivory White has been rebuilt in period correct lefthand drive guise. Factory options fitted to this car in 1962 included wire wheels, heater, adjustable steering column, overdrive, laminated windscreen and road speed tyres. The professionally executed and comprehensive nut and bolt rebuild with great attention to detail makes this car the BEST!
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1951 Jowett Jupiter Special Ex - John Surtees OBE
Jowett achieved very notable successes with the Jupiter including a record breaking class win at the 1950 Le Mans 24 Hour race and repeated the feat in 1951 and 52. Hardly surprising because Jowett had input from ERA and an ex Auto Union engineer to develop the chassis. The flat four 1486 cc engine produced good power and complimented the torsionally stiff chassis. Offered here is a Jowett Jupiter Special by Coachcraft with the most fascinating history and the distinction of being a period Goodwood saloon car winner in 1954. The continuous line of ownership reads like a ‘boys own annual’ of adventurers, engineers and FI World Champion. It is also totally original and covered only 34,000 miles in its sixty-three year history. This Special Jupiter was ordered by a Mr Chaplin in 1950 for competition use and was displayed as a chassis at the Earls Court Motor Show. On November 9th it was delivered to HM Bentley & Partners of London as a rolling chassis for fitment of the FHC body by Coachcraft of Egham. It was equipped with the Series
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Registration: PPF 746 Chassis Number: EOSA28R Engine Number: Not Specified Year of Manufacture: 1951 Estimate (£): 28,000 - 32,000
III engine, with race crankshaft, special 4:2 axle ratio and right hand floor mounted gear change. Second owner from 1952-53 was Bryan Winslett of Wade Supercharger fame. Third owner from 1953-54 was Ian Forbes test pilot for the Miles Aircraft Company. In competition use he was 2nd at Brands Hatch in 1954 but on May 1st won the BARC Saloon Car Handicap race at Goodwood. Fourth owner was Bryan Winslett again from 1954-55. Fifth owner was Bob Graves of Cosworth Engineering from 1955-1966. Sixth owner was Roger Gambell from 1966 - 1990. Seventh owner was John Surtees OBE who owned the Jupiter from 1990 - 2012, a keen Jowett fan who’s first car was a Jupiter. Remarkably this Jowett Jupiter Special remains in the same conditions as its day in the ‘spotlight’ in May 1954 at Goodwood. Surely it deserves a trip to its ‘spiritual’ home and at todays guide offers a unique opportunity.
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The XK120 was launched in 1948 and was an international sensation. The XK finally put Jaguar on the world stage and the racing derivatives would be the beginning of a hugely successful period for the company. The XK150 was the final incarnation of the XK and appeared in May 1957. A more refined and capable machine than its predecessors, the 150 was easily identifiable by its higher scuttle and door line, wider grille and improved interior space. However, the XK150 retained much of the mechanical layout of the XK140 sharing the same 3.4 litre DOHC Jaguar straight-six. The XK150 S was introduced in 1958 and is widely regarded as the culmination of Jaguar’s engineering achievements with the XK series. Indeed, the specification of the XK150 S undoubtedly paved the way for the E-Type that replaced it in 1961. The “S” boasted triple SU carburettors, a revised Harry Weslake-modified cylinder head and a manual 4-speed overdrive transmission. Performance was seriously impressive for 1958 with an enhanced output of 250bhp and a top speed of 132 mph. Engine sizes were usually 3.4 litres but a much rarer 3.8 litre emerged in 1960 only. The vast majority of XK150’s were sold abroad, most likely a consequence of a turbulent British economy and equally turbulent weather forecast. As a result, production numbers for home-market cars were tiny in comparison to left-hand drive exports. In total, a mere 150 3.8 “S” Fixedhead Coupes rolled off the production line, of these a reported 111 were right-hand drive steering. This exceptionally rare original right-hand drive 1960 3.8S Fixedhead Coupe is finished in Claret Red with tan leather interior and has been comprehensively restored by one of the UK’s leading Jaguar specialists, Marina Garage. This work was started in the 1990s and was not completed until 2000. There are photographs in
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1960 Jaguar XK150 3.8 ’S’ Fixedhead Coupé
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Registration: 893BFW Chassis Number: T825270DN Engine Number: VAS1218-9 Year of Manufacture: 1960 Estimate (£): 90,000 - 110,000
the history file that show the full rebuild. The body was completely removed from the chassis and prepared over many hours. The bare metal can be seen in many pictures. The chassis was shot blasted and welded were necessary and the whole car was rebuilt from the ground up. As a testament to the quality of this restoration, 893 BFW looks as good today as when it was finally completed in 2000. The interior is a site to behold and the bodywork is in excellent condition throughout. The history file details correspondence between the current owner, Marina Garage and the former keeper. Sold new by Bellamy of Grimsby on 13th June 1960, the car has had a total of 4 registered keepers. There are a number of bills and receipts from Guy Broad and Marina Garage. Since being restored this car has covered a mere 1,000 miles. In that time the engine was also rebuilt by Marina Garage and buyers should be aware that the engine still requires running in. Since purchasing the car in February 2001, the current owner has made a number of small improvements. A power steering conversion was carried out in 2001 by Marina Garage at a cost of £3,000. This ensures easy manoeuvrability at low speeds and enables troublefree parking. A period radio was also sourced, along with a Moto Lita steering wheel, badge bar and isolator switch. This XK150 is beautifully presented and comes from a large private collection with a wide range of opentopped vehicles. As they only see use in the summer months the 150 has been used sparingly. The vendor would like the car to go to a good home, where it will be driven and enjoyed. We have no doubt that chassis number T825270DN would take pride of place amongst any Jaguar collection in the world.
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Regarded by many as one of the most beautiful Pininfarina designs for Ferrari, the Scaglietti-built ‘Lusso’ sold as a road-going car and directly benefited from the successful lineage of its predecessor, the Ferrari 250 GT. It was developed from the dual-purpose 250 GT Short Wheel Base delivered as either a tractable competition steed or a steel-bodied grand touring car. When the SWB’s time was up, its road-going version was replaced in 1962 with the more curvaceous 250 GT Lusso. The very first Lusso appeared in October of 1962 at the Paris Salon and generated much admiration for its exquisite proportions. Call us biased, but we can’t think of a prettier car before or since... One of just 22 Righthand drive cars built by Maranello Concessionaires, some reports suggest that today just 17 examples remain. This car is particularly special thanks in no small part to the comprehensive and exacting restoration which this car received by respected craftsmen and former Pebble Beach Concours-winning restorers, Auto Restorations NZ of Christchurch in the years to 2010. Upon completion of its meticulous restoration this handsome Lusso was rightly crowned Winner in the Masters’ Class of the NZ Classic Car Weekend Intermarque Concours d’Elegance, Ellerslie, Auckland. Formerly the property of Mr Warren de France, a 747 Captain for a major international airline, one of the benefits of holding such a role was indulging in one of his favourite pastimes of visiting European car yards and forecourts keeping a keen eye for any irresistible classics. One particular occasion in 1995 this gorgeous
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1963 Ferrari 250 GT/L ‘Lusso’
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Registration: WRT 76A Chassis Number: 250GTL5443 Engine Number: 168 Year of Manufacture: 1963 Estimate (£): 1,750,000 - 2,000,000
Lusso, chassis number #5443 adorned the appropriate ‘for sale’ sign and after some swift negotiation, it was his. For three years the car remained in the UK being visited occasionally for some spirited country-lane driving before the decision was made in early 1999 to ship the car to New Zealand where he’d anticipated moving from working overseas in order to restore and future-proof this important Ferrari. Without intentionally embarking on the level of restoration which then ensued, a small local restorer was enlisted to first strip a small amount of paint to ascertain the level of restoration required. As the area grew larger, predictably, all the paint was ultimately removed. Some previous repairs were uncovered but nothing of any deep concern. In for a penny, in for a pound, with the engine out of the car the decision to strip and refurbish the car and the Weber carburettors was an easy one to reach. Likewise, the differential and gearbox was treated to a rebuild at the same time. By the time the car’s chassis had been dipped and coated for rust protection the demands of the restoration had begun to outgrow that of the appointed independent restorer. With the restoration fully committed and underway but Warren still living and working in Asia the car and all components were moved to another restorer before (to his credit) he too recognised that the job was beyond his means and skills. Requiring a professional and capable outfit who could complete the car to the greatest standard most deserving of this Ferrari, the Lusso naturally landed with the best Warren could find in mid-2006; Auto Restorations NZ. Within no time at all confidence with the project was at an all-time high and real progress was being made. With the experts at Auto Restorations in charge, they soon
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had all the elements of panel work, Rosso Cordoba paint, wiring, and the reinstallation of the Colombo-designed V12 engine fusing together to once again breathe life into this prancing horse. Attention to detail was foremost throughout this restoration and the commitment shown by both Warren and Auto Restorations has paid huge dividends for the next owner. Whilst hard to source, important components such as fog light bulbs, correct headlining and no less than four hides for the intricate leather interior have all been appropriately married to this car, further enhancing the incredible package that this benchmark Ferrari now offers. We are pleased to now offer for sale this Ferrari from a significant UK collection through auction. Resplendent in chosen Rosso Cordoba coachwork with contrasting tan leather interior the new owner of this very capable and matching-numbers GT can be confident that the quality of the restoration will stand the test of time.
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Second and Third in Class finishes at Le Mans in 1953 put Austin Healey on the global map. The 100M was the first real celebration of this success and bettered the standard production car of the time by introducing a high-lift camshaft, larger carburettors, highcompression pistons, a free-flowing intake manifold, a cold air box and a unique distributor. Engine output increased by 20hp and the suspension received larger anti-roll bars, while a Le Mans-specification leather strap secured the louvered hood. Factory production of the 100M lasted only from 5 September 1955 to 16 July 1956 with just 640 factory-built examples leaving the line. Offered here is a matching numbers genuine factory 100M with overdrive, built to Le Mans specification on the 2nd May 1956 as certified by the British Motor Industry Heritage Trust. This 100M is gloriously finished in original factory colours of Florida Green over Old English White with original trim colour and mechanical specifications as confirmed by the Heritage Certificate. The subject of a comprehensive and fully detailed restoration during 2013 by JME Healeys of Warwick - one of the world’s leading experts and restorers of Austin Healey motor cars. The car is now offered for sale with full 100M authentication from JME themselves, plus a documented and photographic restoration record. Christopher Everard of JME Healeys offers the following statement within the documented restoration record that accompanies the vehicle; “As a Director of JME Healeys, I am delighted to fully authenticate this vehicle as an original factory built 100M and JME Healeys are proud to have completed the total restoration to the highest possible standards. I further confirm that all upgraded 100M components are correctly fitted to this vehicle as originally built by Austin Healey on 2nd May 1956”.
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1956 Austin Healey ‘Genuine’ Factory 100M Le Mans Roadster
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Registration: 778 YUS Chassis Number: BN2-L/232164 Engine Number: 1B/232164-M Year of Manufacture: 1956 Estimate (£): 145,000 - 165,000
The car is believed to have spent the whole of its life in the dry, salt free climates of Canada and the USA until it was imported to the UK in 2012, upon which, JME removed the cars original outer bodywork. The whole body was soda blasted and the chassis sand blasted to bare metal. At this stage this Healey proved to be outstandingly original and in exceptional condition. On 8th May 2014, JME confirmed within the vehicles documented report “There has clearly been no accident damage in the vehicles lifetime as witnessed by all the original metals and period welds. During the last 35 years we have restored hundreds of Healeys, but we have rarely seen a chassis and body to be in such original condition, almost free of corrosion and perfectly in alignment. As such we have taken the opportunity to record measurements of the chassis for our future referencing”. The engine bearing its original plate number 1B/232164M, once stripped down and inspected by JME Healeys was immediately identified as being the original 100M engine fitted when new at manufacture. This engine showed little sign of wear with a low expected use over its lifetime. The engine maintained good oil pressure with the original crankshaft that remained unground. The piston liners had been bored once to +.030 and new non-100M spec pistons fitted with some light water damage to just one pot. Under instruction from the vendor, a complete and thorough engine rebuild to precise 100M specification was undertaken by JME to include new STD size liners with new 100M pistons, new valve guides, seats and springs. The crank shaft was reground and all new shells fitted to the big ends and main journals from STD to .010. The crank was crack tested and rebalanced with the flywheel and complete new clutch assembled. The rebuild was completed with new Millers oil and filters, full test, drain and replacement of oil and filter, tightening of all
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mechanical fixings to correct torque settings and reset clearances. The result is an exceptionally strong engine. With full FIVA and FIA certified passport papers issued in 2013, this charming and important Austin-Healey, being reported as it is one of just 640 manufactured, is Mille Miglia eligible and ready for competitive road/rally or sunny Sunday driving as you elect. Upgraded extras to improve usability since 1956 include running on unleaded fuel, electronic ignition, negative earth conversion, largecore aluminium radiator and Kenlow fan to help cooling, electric cut-out switch and twin 12v socket supply. Further improvements include the fitment of halogen lamps within the original style headlamps for efficiency, a Denis Welch steering box, competition front brake shoes, upgraded steering, radial tyres in place of original cross ply for safety and comfort, and even Agriemach heat resistant matting fitted beneath the carpet for interior comfort and heat protection. The completed car is now fitted with four-point central release seat belts and a Brantz trip meter for road rallies further cementing this car’s already impeachable credentials as a Mille Miglia or fast-road competition contender. Supporting the depth and quality of the restoration work is a full parts and labour warranty that extends for the benefit of the new owner to 27th May 2015. The restoration included many new parts to original specifications such as a new wiring loom, heater, chrome trims and brake parts as shown by the host of invoices enclosed with the history. In addition to the aforementioned warranty, the buyer of
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this exceptional car will receive each of the FIVA, FIA and BMIHT certifications, full inspection and authentication reports from Chris Everard of JME Healeys, plus copies of the invoices showing the close to £50,000 spent on this car. These documents can all be sent digitally to any interested party by request. This car is sold on a UK V5C registration meaning it can be registered anywhere in Europe without any tax liabilities. With values of 100S cars now reaching £1m, this impeccably prepared and thoroughly usable 100M makes an affordable investment alternative for the discerning collector.
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This 1931 Pur Sang Bugatti Type 51 Reconstruction offered here is the product of a faithfully craft-based atelier. Pur Sang Argentina is respected and renowned for adopting the concepts and philosophies of Ettore Bugatti’s Molsheim. Virtually every reconstructed part of this Type 51 was built within the shops of the Villa Lola. Pur Sang uses artisanal techniques and methods throughout the manufacturing process, basing each and every part on the originals produced in Molsheim. So accurate are Pur Sang’s restorations and part recreation that they are the world leaders in semifinished parts to owners of Molsheim-built Bugattis. Complete engines and gearboxes are used in touring and historic racing restorations and reconstructions. The twin cam Bugatti Type 51 occupies a special place in Bugatti, and racing, history. Conceived in 1924 and introduced at the ACF Grand Prix in Lyon with a team of six examples, of which five raced, the Type 35 set the scene for later models to come. Powered by a 1,991 cc inline eight-cylinder single overhead camshaft engine operating two intakes and one exhaust valve, the Type 35’s were beautiful and quick. The spare, narrow, streamlined bodies were highlighted by another Bugatti innovation, 8-spoke cast aluminum center lock wheels with integral brake drums. The twin cam head dramatically improved the Bugatti eight’s performance from under 100hp in the original unsupercharged Type 35, to 170hp on gasoline in the 2.3 litre (2,262cc) Type 51. Only 41 were built in a sixyear run and they were bought and raced by the elite of Bugatti’s customers, Achille Varzi, Marcel Lehoux, Jean
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1931 Pur Sang Bugatti Type 51†
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Registration: NA Chassis Number: 537OBO Engine Number: Not Specified Year of Manufacture: 1931 Estimate (£): 150,000 - 170,000
Pierre Wimille, Louis Chiron and Arthur Conan Doyle among them. The Type 51 represents the ultimate evolution of the brilliant and famed series that began with the Type 35. It is the pre-eminent reconstruction among Pur Sang Argentina’s work, remarkable not only for the fidelity of its construction and the meticulous finishing for which the eight-cylinder Bugattis are justly famed but also for the faithfulness of the Pur Sang Type 51’s driving experience. This 1931 Pur Sang Bugatti Type 51 reconstruction is powered by the 2.3 litre dual overhead camshaft straight eight supercharged engine, with 170 brake horsepower. Weighing only about 1,700 pounds in GP trim, even adding a driver and passenger brings the weight only to the vicinity of a ton, under 12 pounds per horsepower at peak. The engine has a one-piece cast block, light alloy crankcase and pressure lubrication. A single Solex updraft carburetor supplies the supercharger running at 1:1 crankshaft speed with 4-5psi boost pressure at maximum. The aluminum body is unfinished and full road equipment including cycle-style mudguards, headlights and a spare wheel and tyre allow it to be driven on the road. It is upholstered in black leather and is fitted with an electric starter, thermostatically controlled electric radiator fan and a concealed alternator driven off the driveshaft. † Offered with USA title documents, import tax will be due on this car at the prevailing rate based on the country of its final destination.
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Silverstone Auctions is set to offer one of Europe’s finest collections of road going classic cars to come to market, at The Salon Privé Sale on September 4th in London. Henry Pearman, the founder and CEO of Eagle - the world’s premier Jaguar E-Type specialist - has overseen the creation of this unique collection of high quality and original cars, known as the Stradale Collection, applying the same energy, passion and attention to detail as Eagle is world renowned for. The star of the historic road car collection is considered to be one of the all-time ‘ultimate’ Ferraris - a very rare 1971 Ferrari 365GTS/4 Daytona Spyder. The car, one of just 122 ever produced, was delivered new in 1971 to US casino owner William F. Harrah and has covered just 3,955 miles from new. As a testament to its supreme original state, the car was granted Ferrari Classiche certification in 2009 and is presented in black with red leather interior. Other iconic Italian models include one of just 349 Ferrari F50s to be built, this example with just 6,219 miles recorded and its predecessor, the iconic F40, with only 10,738 miles driven and in exemplary order. An example of the original supercar, and regarded by many as the best, is an exceptionally original but mechanically fresh 1968 Lamborghini Miura P400 presented in its original striking yellow which will also be going under the hammer.
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Some special British models also feature, most notably a 1931 Bentley 4½ Litre Blower. Regarded as one of the most charismatic cars of all time, this example is number 25, the final car in the first batch of just 50 produced. This impressive Bentley enjoyed a trouble-free 3,000km run in the inaugural Blower Bentley International Rally in 2010, which celebrated the cars 80th anniversary at Le Mans.
the ex-works and 2004 Le Mans winner, to join the growing number of competition cars within the collection.” The first car for the collection was acquired in 2000 and over the last 14 years has evolved to include some incredibly famous road and race cars, with 14 thoughtfully grouped road-going cars presented to go under the hammer at Syon House.
Also within the British models is probably the most famous convertible Aston Martin of all, a sister car to HRH Prince Charles’s DB6 Mk.II Volante, the model immortalised by Prince William and Kate at the Royal Wedding. One of only 38 ever produced, and just 17 to feature the preferred manual gearbox, this is estimated at £820,000 - £920,000.
On behalf of Silverstone Auctions, sales manager, Paul Campbell, said: “I am delighted that we will be bringing one of the country’s most important classic car collections to auction. The ‘Stradale’ Collection includes a series of iconic cars from the Daytona Spyder to the F50 and F40. Collectively they are undoubtedly some of the most desirable cars to come to market in recent years and The Salon Privé Sale is the perfect venue at which to sell them.”
Commenting on the Stradale Collection, Henry said: “Having chosen Salon Privé to launch our Eagle E-Type Speedster to the world back in 2009, as well as to celebrate the E-Type’s 50th anniversary in 2011, we knew the new joint venture between the UK’s finest concours event and Silverstone Auctions was the perfect opportunity to release some of the very best road cars from the collection.” “It is truly a living collection, so is subject to change from time to time, and we’ve been exceptionally fortunate to have recently acquired arguably the very best Audi R8 -
Bespoke funding options for this collection can be obtained by contacting Steven McLaren of Ferrari Financial Services Tel: +44(0)7739035782 email: Steven.mclaren@ferrari.com
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In the early seventies, Porsche were in a rich vein of competition success. It’s not surprising that the 2.4 litre 911 variants of that time are considered a reflection of that engineering prowess. Race input had resulted in revised suspension pick-up points and Koni dampers enhancing the 911 ‘S’. Power from the 2.4 fuel injected unit had now reached 190bhp, giving a wonderful freerevving engine resulting in 0-60mph in 6.5 seconds and a top speed of 144mph. The 915 5-speed gearbox completed the package. Steve McQueen helped to immortalise the 911 ‘S’ in a reflective moment at the Sarthe in the film “Le Mans”. Offered here is a very rare Porsche 911 2.4 S Targa. It is thought AFN UK only imported two in this configuration in 1973 and it is also thought that of around just 18 RHD 911S Targas imported in total, just 9 cars remain in the UK - making it possibly the rarest early 911 of them all. The iconic 2.7 RS produced alongside now commands well in excess of £500,000 - with around 100 RHD cars
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1973 Porsche 911 2.4 S Targa
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Registration: DCA 915L Chassis Number: 91133/0714 Engine Number: 6331686 Year of Manufacture: 1973 Estimate (£): 115,000 - 135,000
produced, but the 2.4 S had just 20 bhp less and a sweeter, higher revving engine, making this model the absolute ultimate open 911 motoring in it’s purest form, accompanied by the ultimate soundtrack - the RS only being offered as a coupé. The property of just four owners from new, it is a very genuine 911S with matching numbers and is finished in the best colour combination, black with black. The mileage is just 89,000 miles and it is a completely standard car with the exception of RS door cards with desirable lightweight pull handles. It comes complete with factory steering wheel and Fuchs road wheels. A comprehensive restoration was completed about eight years ago and the history file contains a full record of the procedure. The early Seventies 911 range has always been a benchmark and barometer to classic car values, especially the ‘S’ variants. Exceptional Coupés have reputedly now just nudged the £200,000 barrier which as history suggests speaks volumes for the longevity of a Porsche Targa investment. With Porsche remanufacturing the Targa in their modern 911 range and this car boasting a colour combination that will endure it makes it a must for any collection or driver alike.
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The DB6 Mk II was launched in July 1969 and by that time 1,327 DB6’s had been produced, making it by far the highest volume model manufactured by Aston Martin. Mechanically, the DB6 Mk II was little changed from its predecessor, however, power steering now came as standard and the clutch plate was changed to a larger version. Additional changes included a new option of a Brico electronic fuel injection system. Claimed to have been developed over 7 years, 46 cars were built using this system all with chassis prefix DB6Mk2FI. Cosmetically, wider DBS style wheels and Avon tyres were incorporated and to accept these new tyres distinctive flared wheel arches were added to Mk II bodies. Interior design was also modelled on the DBS cabin and they were the last interiors designed by William Towns, who left Aston Martin in 1968. Production of the DB6 Mk II was phased out after only 240 saloons, 71 with Vantage power, were manufactured. However, just 38 Mk.II Volantes and only 17 with manual gearboxes ever left the factory which is why they’re regarded as extremely rare and collectable in Aston Martin circles. With a high level of specification including power hood, power steering and more supportive seats, they are also an easy and very comfortable car to drive in comparison with the equally rare Short Chassis Volantes. A factory build sheet confirms that chassis number VC/3776/R was first registered on 13th May 1970 to H.R. Owen Limited of Old Brompton Road, London. It was purchased in 1975 by Maloney and Rhodes who sold the car to a Mr Gray of Cambridge. In October 1980 Mr Gray sold the DB6 to an enthusiast wellknown in Aston Martin circles, Michael Hedley-White.
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1970 Aston Martin DB6 MkII Volante
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Registration: FYY 161H Chassis Number: DB/VC/3776/R Engine Number: 400/4521 Year of Manufacture: 1970 Estimate (£): 820,000 - 920,000
He owned and maintained the car for 11 years and sent his cherished car to be restored by Aston Martin Works in 1981, having now covered some 76,000 miles since new - where a new speedo fitted post-restoration. The sills and body were completely stripped and rebuilt, a new hood supplied and the engine rebuilt. All bills and receipts can be found in the history file along with correspondence between Mr Hedley-White and the factory. In total, a little more than £20,000 was spent on this restoration, which is a huge sum of money when you consider that at that time a DB4 GT regularly changed hands for around £12,000. In 1991 the car was sold to Peter Jackson of Tonbridge and then again, via Paradise Garage, in November 1993. John Barnard, the famous Formula One designer, purchased the Aston Martin from them. John was credited with the introduction of carbon fibre composite chassis and the McLarens he designed took 31 wins with his time at the team from 1980 to 1986. He then joined the Ferrari F1 team for 1987 and pioneered the semi-automatic gearbox. A spell at Benetton for 199092 saw Barnard bring them race winning chassis and he was persuaded back to Ferrari in mid 1993 - naming his own terms and seemingly rewarding himself with the Volante at this very time. John was to keep his beloved Aston Martin for the next 16 years. Acquired directly from John by the ‘Stradale’ Collection some five years ago, it was felt that this model epitomised the very best of Aston Martin engineering from its era. As if to confirm the quality of chassis number VC/3776/R, a letter from Aston Martin Works dated 9th October, 1991 to Mr Jackson states: “We are delighted to know that quite one of the very best MK II
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Volantes has found such a good new home”. The history file also boasts an extensive correspondence section between owners and the factory, which further supports the service and MoT records that detail the total and mileage of 36,345 miles covered since the 1981 factory rebuild. Finished then in Tourmaline Blue with completely original black leather interior, this Mk II Volante has been treasured
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by its five former keepers and unusually, has a detailed and documented history spanning most of its life. Very few Aston Martin’s boast such exceptional provenance, exclusivity and early factory maintenance. Silverstone Auctions are honoured to be selling such an important piece of Aston Martin history - immortalised when Prince William drove his new Bride to their wedding reception in his father’s example, which was his 21st birthday present from her Majesty the Queen.
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Built to mark Ferrari’s 40th anniversary the aptly titled F40 is arguably the ultimate poster car of all. With a nose low enough to trip up passers-by and a spoiler tall enough for them to lean an arm on, it appeared to have been designed by a teenage relative of Pininfarina and not the master coachbuilder himself. But one should remember that this true celebration of Ferrari’s first 40 years was a stunning modern statement that was conceived, approved and had the direct involvement of the great Enzo Ferrari himself - the final car before his passing - what an accolade! But while the image was perhaps something adolescent, the technology was far more serious than many people understood. The F40 was the first production car to employ the extensive use of composite materials in the body panels; ideology learned from the emerging carbon fibre technologies in Formula One. Under the enormous rear clamshell sat a mid-mounted 3-litre V8, with added boost provided by two IHI watercooled turbos. The 478bhp was fed to the rear wheels through a 5-speed manual gearbox and 0-60mph could be achieved on just 4.1 seconds. At its 1987 launch the F40 was the fastest production car in the world, in fact the first car to genuinely top 200 mph, to outshine all of it’s natural rivals, including the Porsche 959. Quite understandably demand for the supercar of the moment was overwhelming and Ferrari’s coy attitude to releasing production information only intensified the hype. Once the production line began moving, and second-hand examples made their way to market, cars could trade hands for anything up to £1,000,000
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1991 Ferrari F40
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Registration: H470 JLF Chassis Number: ZFFGJ34B000088446 Engine Number: 25021 Year of Manufacture: 1991 Estimate (£): 600,000 - 750,000
each. Demand was ultimately satisfied after five years of production and 1311 F40s has been delivered. All of them were left hand drive, save for a handful of specially ordered cars for the Sultan of Brunei. Today, it is still considered possibly the finest and most focused pure driver’s Ferrari of them all. This Ferrari F40 was delivered new to Italy in 1991 and resided there in very pampered conditions until 2012, covering fewer than 11,000 miles. Having been well maintained and treated to highly sympathetic usage, this F40 remains in the most exceptional original condition apart from the bonetingling sports exhaust. The Rosso paintwork, matching interior trim and carbon fibre are all in the terrific order to be expected for such a low mileage car. It is a later ‘Cat’ model, but without the adjustable suspension - to many the ideal specification. The glass windows and air conditioning result in this being a surprisingly comfortable and civilised car, whilst offering true exhilaration when put to the test. The late 1980s and early 1990s was an era in which interest for supercars was at an enthralling level and the F40 is that period’s undisputed icon. For enthusiasts who grew up with it and for admirers who can only look back retrospectively, the F40 will always be their all-time favourite Ferrari and one on a par with the 250 GTO. As already mentioned, the iconic F40 was famously the last car ‘signed off’ by Enzo himself and for that reason many enthusiasts consider it will always be the definitive example of the ‘Supercar’.
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If it’s true that the Il Commendatore Enzo Ferrari only built road cars to fund his infamously expensive Corse department, then the Ferrari F50 promised to be the ultimate ‘thank-you’ to the road-car chaps for all of their hard work. After all, it was arguably the coffers made from selling 308s and 512s that paid for Alain Prost to win six 1990 Grands Prix in his 641 F1. Such was the success of the 641, the elite Ferrari clientele put pressure on the Italian outfit to produce a road-car with that Prost-like vigour. Out of this demand and, as Luca de Montezemolo put it, “fifty years of racing, fifty years of winning, fifty years of hard work”: the F50 was born. With those striking Pininfarina looks, penned in the pursuit of aerodynamic performance, it certainly left an impression. The F50’s body, flat under tray and those colossal twin venturis together produce 440kg of downforce. Highly impressive were the all-carbon fibre body and monocoque chassis, which aided the F50’s extraordinary handling and respectably low kerb weight of 1230kg. Under that body, though, is what really mattered. With the brief of the F50 being about purity, the V12 engine from Prost’s 641 was chosen as the place to start. Bored out from 3500cc to 4968cc and with a reduced rev-limit from 13500 to 8000rpm the V12 produced a monstrous 513bhp. The same powerplant used to homologate the Ferrari 333 SP which won both the Daytona 24Hrs and Sebring 12Hrs and also ran at Le Mans. Not satisfied with producing an engine that was only powerful, the masters at Maranello made the 4.7L V12
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Registration: Non-EU Chassis Number: ZFFTA46B000107145 Engine Number: 46693 Year of Manufacture: 1997 Estimate (£): 600,000 - 750,000
a stressed member of the car by bolting it directly to the bulkhead of the state-of-the-art F1-style full carbon body tub and then using the six-speed manual gearbox to carry the rear suspension. The suspension itself uses front and rear wishbones, with the rear coil springs being almost horizontal. The ECU had been given the turn-of-the-century treatment too and could electronically balance the dampers during corners in 25 milliseconds. In contemporary road tests, journalists and racing drivers alike couldn’t think of another car that held the road like it. The result of a wind-tunnel design and Grand Prix grunt was a car that humbled the 641 F1 car; believable when one considers the F50’s 0-60mph time of 3.7 seconds and top speed of 202mph. The car offered here today was delivered new to Germany in 1997 and sold to its first owner in September of the same year. The correct and original specification of Rosso Corsa DS322 paintwork with black hide and red cloth large seats interior remains, and still gleams to this day. This is in no small part due to the meticulous care this car has no doubt received, and the sub 6,300 miles recorded is totally commensurate with the ‘as new’ condition, having just returned to these shores from a significant collection in Japan. Perhaps most remarkable to this cataloguer was how such a powerful and competitively natured car could be so gentlemanly. Positively docile in traffic and when manoeuvring, any concerns I may have harboured about having to wrestle the car into submission were
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quickly nullified by the rock-steady feel and surprisingly simple driving experience. That said, i hardly tested her in the small lanes surrounding the collection where she resides. More practical than you might expect, the F50’s party-trick is to perfectly balance both Coupe and Roadster form with the addition or removal of the bolt-on roof which stores neatly into a bespoke roof-box for opentop driving and less interference of the spine-tingling exhaust note. Sensible consideration such as the addition of a ride height adjuster to tackle speed bumps was standard on the F50 helping to ensure the car is suited to modern traffic. The 349th and last example of the benchmark F50 left Maranello on 30th July 1997 to mark Ferrari’s half centenary. Joining the Ferrari dynasty is never easy but the F50’s pure performance, rarity and brief-fitting concentration make it epically capable and a Ferrari we rate very generously indeed. Built in far fewer numbers then the headline-grabbing F40, this is certainly a car to watch for the future - especially as it shares the same parallels of spine tingling big capacity V12 engine, mated to an all-carbon chassis tub and six-speed totally manual gearbox as its contemporary - the McLaren F1 - but it is a Ferrari and the ONLY open example of their immortal ‘F’ cars. † Interested parties should note that VAT and relevant import duty at the prevailing rate is applicable to the purchase price of this vehicle if it remains in the EU. If purchased by a private individual in the UK there is only VAT to pay at the current rate and a £50 fee.
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Two years after Lamborghini debuted the mid-engined Miura in 1966, Ferrari launched its defiantly traditional and determinedly contrasting alternative, the 365 GTB/4. Almost immediately the 365 GTB/4 gained its ‘Daytona’ moniker from Ferrari’s 1-2-3 result in the 1967 24-hour race of the same name. The Daytona’s engine and handling certainly didn’t undermine its racing nomenclature. The 4.4-litre 4-cam V12 produced an astonishing 352bhp and, despite the 1,633kg bulk, the Daytona was billed as the fastest road car in the world. Not only was 174mph more than brisk, but, crucially, it was faster than the Miura. The 5-speed gearbox was mounted at the rear for a more optimal weight distribution and helped give the Daytona its predictable handling and solid road-holding. Like so many Ferraris of the period, the Daytona’s beautiful bodywork was designed by Pininfarina with the car built by Scaglietti. The delicate front was cleanly cut with both pop-up and Plexiglas headlight varieties. The rear slope was suggestively rakish and a Kamm tail provided further clues as to the performance of the car. The wheel arch flares, although elegant in proportion, are the only real overt notion that this car has significant pace. Registered new to the United Kingdom in June 1973, ‘RPH 174L’ was ordered through Maranello Concessionaires by a Mr F.W. Kerridge, but in the end bought by Phil Scragg CBE, a very well known connoisseur of the very best cars of the time, in part exchange for his 246GT Dino. In 1980, this car then passed to a Mr Alan Morello before becoming a part of the well-known and extensive Patrick Collection Museum in 1983.
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1973 Ferrari 365GTB/4 Daytona
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Registration: RPH 174L Chassis Number: 16581 Engine Number: 16581 Year of Manufacture: 1973 Estimate (£): 580,000 - 680,000
Without doubt one of the most original still in existence, this Daytona is presented with matching numbers and in original Rosso Chiaro paint over black upholstery. In an excellent unrestored condition throughout, the car has only covered 16,341 miles from new, fully backed up with an extensive range of MOT certificates. It’s so deeply original it even retains the plastic protection covering on the passenger door-sill. A 1989 MOT certificate shows that the Daytona had covered fewer than 800 miles since 1983, with just over 3,000 recorded in the last 25 years. Two years later in mid-1991, the Daytona was purchased by Mr David Myers, before it was sold through marque specialists MHT to Mr Michael Cheeseman in 1995. MHT continued to professionally store and care for RPH 174L for around ten years, preserving this Daytona’s important originality. In its current ownership this cherished Ferrari has continued to enjoy a privileged existence, residing in yet another of the UK’s foremost collections of historic road and competition cars. Accompanying the Daytona is an impressive history file, which includes the original 1973 bill of sale and owner’s handbook. A host of MOT certificates, invoices for specialist maintenance and correspondence authenticate this car’s originality, and provide an unbroken chain of history for this important Ferrari. The original tool kit still looks brand new when unrolled. This handsome example, oozing with charm is one of approximately 158 factory right-hand drive 365GTB/4s and therefore represents an exciting and rare opportunity to own what is arguably one of the best kept and significant Daytonas known to the market.
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1971 Ferrari 365 GTS/4 Daytona Spyder
Designed by Pininfarina, built by Scaglietti, engineered by Ferrari. Three ingredients that make the Daytona Spyder one of the most sought after Ferrari road cars of all time.
Club circles for its various Concours appearances and features in numerous publications. The Spyder remained original under Frost’s ownership, save for a ‘like-for-like’ repaint.
The prototype was premiered at the 1969 Frankfurt Motor Show, exhibiting Plexiglas headlights and slight angulations to the body - features lost on the 121 other production models. Pop-up headlights were brought into comply with the regulations of the USA, the Spyder’s largest export destination. Sharing a 4.4-litre V12 with its Berlinetta namesake, the Daytona Spyder made 170mph motoring all the more exciting with the roof down. It is a rare car, not only because of its low volume production, but also because it has never had any real contemporary.
14543 was sold to its third owner in 2008 after Dr. Frost’s passing and a sympathetic recommission returned the Spyder to full roadworthiness, replacing as few original pieces as possible. By this time the odometer read approximately 3,700 miles and even the factoryfitted Michelin XWX tyres remained. Given its supreme original state the Daytona was granted Ferrari Classiche certification in 2009. Recently it was decided that this car was the perfect basis for a Concours-grade refinish and has now been completed in the most desirable colours of black coachwork with fresh red leather by Luppi. In combination with this now flawless condition, the Spyder has still only covered 3,946 original and accounted-for miles.
The story is similar today and a genuine Daytona Spyder enjoys a unique following and ever-gaining appreciation. It is, without question, one of the ultimate and the last ‘proper’ open Ferrari from the Enzo era. Ordered in the late summer of 1971, the Ferrari Daytona Spyder offered here was delivered new to the casino owner and car collector William F. Harrah. This example, chassis 14543, was one of the cars in Harrah’s personal fleet and would have been quite a spectacle on the roads of Nevada. Harrah sold the Spyder to Dr. Jack Frost, another enthusiastic collector, in 1976 with just 2,509 miles on the odometer. ‘14543’ joined Frost’s 50-strong collection, housed in a climate-controlled warehouse, where it resided for 31 years. In that time the Spyder saw minimal usage but was well-known in Ferrari
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Registration: NRX 665K Chassis Number: 14543 Engine Number: B1152 Year of Manufacture: 1971 Estimate (£): 1,750,000 - 2,250,000
As arguably the finest Daytona Spyder on the open market and one of just 122 ever built, this is an extremely rare opportunity to acquire one of the most collectable Ferraris ever made. Completing the package is a history file documenting this truly remarkable low owner, low mileage and low production Daytona Spyder. Only after considerable persuasion by ourselves has the ‘Stradale’ Collection considered releasing this car at today’s guide price. Those who track indices such as HAGI will very quickly identify the trend that these cars have travelled in value. It’s not such a stretch to see a rare and true benchmark Ferrari such as this top $5million dollars soon, should history repeat itself...
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2001 Ferrari 550 Barchetta Pininfarina
The natural successor to the immortal Ferrari Daytona Spyder wowed the crowds upon introduction at the Paris Motor show in 2000. The Ferrari 550 Barchetta Pininfarina was a true roadster borne deep in the Ferrari vein. With no real soft-top to speak of, the car was sold with a temporary-use rain shield but caution was instructed against exceeding 70mph with the hood on. Just 448 Barchettas were produced, four more than initially planned due to concerns of superstition in the Japanese market.
steering wheel, carbon dash inserts, split rim wheels and factory-option Red brake calipers. There are just three former keepers and it has travelled only 11,800 warranted miles from new.
This is the second of just 42 righthand drive examples built for the UK and was delivered new to historic motorsport competitor and renowned performance car enthusiast, Mr Grahame Bryant of Marlow, Buckinghamshire. This Ferrari was the sole UK example supplied in the stunning colour combination of Tour de France Blue with Bordeaux interior and included is the original roof, a special order full tonneau cover and as new fitted luggage. The car features carbon racing seats as standard in all Barchettas, along with carbon
The Ferrari 550 remains one of the most evocative driving experiences, with a fantastic V12 soundtrack that is so much stronger in an open car. Undoubtedly it will continue to be appreciated as an ultra-desirable benchmark sportscar with cult status already confirmed from those that appreciate the modern Ferrari. Already assured true classic status and looking an absolute bargain in the current market when compared to Ferrari’s other low volume open 2 seater V12 models.
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Registration: RD51 FRL Chassis Number: ZFFZR52C000124010 Engine Number: 61421 Year of Manufacture: 2001 Estimate (£): 210,000 - 250,000
Original Schedoni Modena book pack & wallet with correct Ferrari torch are present, as are spare keys including the red master fob. This car is to be sold with the original helmets as supplied still in their towelled bags and MoT to June 2015.
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Launched at the Turin Auto Show in 1971, the 365 GT4 BB was aimed squarely at the customers of Lamborghini’s Miura and Maserati’s Bora. Infamously against anything other than front-engined cars for both the road and track, Enzo Ferrari had finally awoken to the midengined revolution and was keen to make up for lost time. The 365 BB was pitched squarely at the Miura at its Turin debut, however the Ferrari would spend its career battling the Miura’s unexpected sequel, the Countach. Although striking, Bertone’s Countach design ignored necessary practicalities making the more forgiving and mature BB the easier choice. The Pininfarina-penned and Scaglietti-built 365 BB however managed to combine the now classic 1970s wedge-shaped exotica yet still be a usable supercar. Equally impressive was the Formula One inspired flat12 boxer engine, which was shallow enough to house the gearbox underneath the block, while maintaining a low centre of gravity. This orientation allowed for a short wheelbase and overall a smaller, more nimble car.
1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 Berlinetta Boxer
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Registration: SOL 715M Chassis Number: 17869 Engine Number: 17869 Year of Manufacture: 1974 Estimate (£): 250,000 - 325,000
Contemporary road tests praised the 365 BB as being the fastest Ferrari yet, high praise indeed for a car the boss was initially reluctant to engineer. Despite the great press, Enzo was also reluctant to officially export the car to North America, thinking the market would fail to understand it and that regulations would dampen the 365 BB’s spritely nature. Therefore, just 387 of these now-reverred models were built over a threeyear period between 1973 and 1976. Succeeded by the heavier, less powerful and more abundant 512 BB, the 365 BB remains the connoisseur’s choice of Ferrari Boxer with recent price expectation in the retail arena seemingly confirming this fact. This particular righthand drive Ferrari 365 is one of approximately just 58 supplied to the UK and presented in the quintessential Rosso Corsa and black two-tone paint with black upholstery. Since it left the Maranello factory in 1974 it has covered just 25,077 miles. Perhaps what’s most extraordinary about this is simply how few it has travelled given how remarkable each mile would have been behind the wheel of Ferrari’s first 12 cylinder mid-engined production car. A large history file fully documents the ownership history and contains a vast amount of expert maintenance invoices. Having been in the ownership of the ‘Stradale’ Collection for a number of years, this Boxer has formed part of one of Britain’s greatest private collections alongside many other rare competition and road cars. In exemplary condition throughout, with a fantastically preserved original interior, this truly is a rare opportunity to acquire a low-mileage Ferrari 365 BB which cannot be missed before everyone wakes up to the future potential of such low-production and original righthand drive examples.
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A legend was born with the launch of the Gandini designed Lamborghini Miura at the Geneva Salon in 1966. The new supercar sent jaws dropping and no car looked even remotely similar. Although not finished in time to make the Geneva debut, the mid-mounted 3.9-litre V12 would later be revealed to be transversely positioned. In an era where Ferrari and Aston Martin were, to a large extent, recycling the same old parts in their latest offerings the Miura was to set the standard for future supercars. The Sant’Agata factory order book quickly began to fill, marketed with a cleverly orchestrated inaugural public appearance at the 1966 Monaco Grand Prix and a starring role in the opening sequence of The Italian Job to the soundtrack of ‘On Days Like These’ by Matt Monro resulting in a generations’ desire to be behind the wheel of a Miura in the Italian Alps... Although the company was still in its infancy, it didn’t create the supercar genre with modesty and the car hit the showrooms with a price of around $20,000. Bought by Hollywood legends like Dean Martin and Frank Sinatra many of the worlds’ top-flight racing drivers also found the 170mph Miura enticing. Just 474 P400 Miuras were built between 1966 and 1970, with successive ‘S’ and ‘SV’ models continuing production through until 1973. This example was supplied new to France, and showed a mileage of just 26,350kms (16,337 miles) on the sales invoice to the last owner in 2001. Since this time, a further 27,806kms (17,240 miles) have been added.
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1968 Lamborghini Miura P400
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Registration: Eu Reg Chassis Number: 3592 Engine Number: 2124 Year of Manufacture: 1968 Estimate (£): 600,000 - 750,000
Upon its arrival in the UK, the decision was made to carefully preserve as much as possible, yet the original matching-numbers engine was stripped, inspected and subjected to a full rebuild as required. The opportunity was also taken at this time to convert to the late SV split sump specification. Similarly, the interior was treated to a complete retrim in Italy, with the beautiful black leather perfectly complementing the yellow exterior. The resulting car is irresistible. A set of new, wider, SV wheels were added ahead of successfully taking part in the Miura’s 45th anniversary tour, taking in the great Alpine passes of Northern Italy, surprising the SV models by matching their speed during the spirited alpine driving. An uprated aluminium radiator ensured all stayed cool, however, for you purists, the original radiator and wheels remain with the car. This is a rare opportunity to acquire an exceptionally original and well preserved Miura. With many of the first cars leading a hard early life it’s unusual to find one in such superb condition, that’s assuming you can source one at all. Achingly beautiful from every angle the Lamborghini Miura is amongst the top collectors’ pieces in the automotive arena and a must for any serious collection.
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There were a total of just 50 of the immortal Blower Bentleys to be manufactured, split across two specific series. The first batch of 25 cars carried an SM chassis number suffix and were more readily identified by a smooth finish blower casing. Chassis SM 3925 was the last of this first batch and was originally one of just two cars to wear a Freestone and Webb panelled four-door saloon body, as pictured in Fifty Years of the Marque (Johnnie Green, p. 105 - 3rd Edition) A reference to Hay’s various works, including the GT Foulis Autofolio book on the 4.5 litre Supercharged Bentley’s confirms that these cars led a very colourful life in their early years. With so much power and relative lack of stopping authority on the first examples it seems that a handful of cars caught out their pilots on the unforgiving roads of the 1930’s. In fact, it lists two chassis within this batch as believed to have been broken up and a further one which has been scrapped. Of the remaining 22 cars, one was written off and later rebuilt without a supercharged engine, and three were crashed within the first three years of their life and were returned to the factory to be rebuilt, incorporating a “reconditioned chassis frame” from stock. SM 3925 was one of these three cars. On 24th June 1935 the car suffered an accident that required the frame to be changed by the Bentley factory, as documented in the original Factory Service Records. This would almost certainly have been an original heavy gauge, chassis as also fitted to the 4.5 litres from late 1929, but modified to the blower spec by changing the front dumb irons and the cross
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1931 Bentley 4½ Litre Blower - SM3925
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Registration: GW 2222 Chassis Number: SM3925 Engine Number: MS3928 Year of Manufacture: 1931 Estimate (£): 2,200,000 - 2,500,000
member - these being the only two items that carried the original chassis number for that particular frame. It is this precise specification, which exactly matches the chassis fitted to the car today. The front axle and some steering components were also changed at this time, with the originals going in to the recycling division for repair and reuse in another car in the future. The original D-Type gearbox was also changed for a Bentley Factory supplied replacement unit - D- 7015 - also recorded in the Factory Service Record in November 1938. At some point, the car’s original engine was used for a 3 litre conversion to 4.5 litres - another common practice at the time, ending up in 3 litre chassis HT 1633 for many years, owned by highly respected BDC members Gordon MacDonald then Kay McCosh. The reconditioned front axle and steering box from SM 3925 were later used in a 4.5 litre - Chassis HT 3196, which was modified with two seater body and raced by Kemp Place throughout late 1940’s & 50’s These components stayed with the car all the way through until the late 1980’s. In 1984, under the stewardship of its then privateer owner, the decision was made to track down all the surviving components from SM 3925 and commence on a 6-year project to reunite everything and rebuild the car to its former glory. The starting point was exactly as in 1935, with an original and genuine reconditioned frame, modified in precisely the same way with the front dumb irons and cross member conversion to blower specification. The exKemp Place 4.5 litre competition two seater - HT 3196 - was acquired and gave up SM 3925’s original front
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cars lost their blowers early in their life when referring to Hay’s fantastically detailed records in various publications. Amazingly, after a worldwide search, blower unit number 121 was located in the USA, acquired - with great difficulty - and fitted. This, in itself, has a great history, having been originally fitted to the original Olympia show car, itself an original Vanden Plas bodied tourer that still exists today and is considered to be one of the most original and important of all the blowers to survive. With all major components sourced, present and correct, the restoration and rebuild could now be completed to bring the car as close as possible to its pre-war specification.
axle and steering box - both having survived remarkably well decades of competition use without damage. At the same time, the original engine was acquired, fully rebuilt and installed. The attention to detail was so intense that an original D-type gearbox was sourced that was just 11 numbers out from the 1938 replacement. The rear axle was sourced using the common practice of using an original and genuine Speed 6 unit - the differential unit was originally fitted to Speed 6 chassis number NH 2728 - and the rear
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axle banjo is from a 6.5 litre saloon - chassis number FW 2602 - which had been subject to a rear axle change at the factory in November 1934, suggesting this axle had been already been recycled, reprocessed and subsequently used in another car in the interim time. And so to the Supercharger Unit. Clearly the ‘Blower’ in a Blower Bentley was to be the most difficult item to try to locate - probably almost impossible, in truth, to find one of the first smooth cased units that were specific to these first cars - and even more so when you see how many
Given the immortalisation of the Team Car bodies, the decision was made to rebody in the style of a VDP Le Mans Tourer and also to fit an overdrive unit for long distance relaxed touring. Sometime later, the project was finally completed and ready for the road again. The allimportant FIVA card was issued for SM 3925 on 6th June 1990, with older style FIA papers dated 14th May 1994 also on file. A new FIVA card was granted in 2012, an essential document to support an application to take part in such blue ribband events as the gruelling Mille Miglia which we’ve no doubt this Blower could tackle with ease... This car became a centre piece of the ‘Stradale’ collection in 2009 and took part in the 80th anniversary Blower rally in 2010 covering a trouble free 3,000kms and taking in the Le Mans classic on the way home! Now ready for the next adventure, where’s your first stop?....
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Post-war Britain had all the potential to be a bleak and miserable place; war torn, fiscally challenged and drained of energy after years of fighting. Sir William Lyons had other ideas. In 1948 the Jaguar boss launched what would become the eternal sports car blueprint and the fastest production car in the world.
steel-bodied XK120s to have been made and believed to be the 2nd oldest survivor. It is one of just 1,175 righthand drive Roadsters built over five years. Being a very early car, it was obliged to be exported when new hence the km speedo - and spent the first 24 years in the warm and car-friendly environment of Italy.
Lyons had spent the war years perfecting an elegant and sleek aluminium body design for his XK120, named for the record-breaking top speed it could achieve. When the world reacted to its launch with more elation than even Lyons could have hoped for, Jaguar struggled to build the XK120 fast enough for the demand. Not only were the aluminium bodies attracting regular showroom customers, but the lightweight construction complemented the 3.4-litre straight six tremendously enough to entice racing drivers too. Sir Stirling Moss won his first international race at the wheel of one.
Perhaps even more impressive than the rarity is just how highly original it remains. The odometer reads an accurate and true 30,997 miles, all of which have been accumulated on the matching numbers 3.4-litre straight-six engine. Also preserved is what appears to be much of the original factory black paintwork and the red & biscuit trim, both of which display a maturity that is lost on all but a few special survivors. The studless cam covers and tall carburettors are further correct very early features.
In order to meet demand and save time during the build process, pressed steel bodies were used from the spring of 1950 onwards. XK120 Production lasted until 1954 and kick-started the world’s love affair with the Jaguar brand; North America took a particular interest and many left Coventry for a passage across the Atlantic. The Jaguar XK120 Roadster offered here is one of the most important road-going examples to be brought to the market in recent times. Built on the 12th April 1950, chassis 660064 is one of the first six right-hand drive
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Registration: RVS 337 Chassis Number: 660064 Engine Number: W13538 Year of Manufacture: 1950 Estimate (£): 145,000 - 165,000
A former stablemate of some of the world’s most important cars, this XK previously belonged to Sir Anthony Bamford and resided in his collection in Gloucestershire for many years. A detailed history file accompanies this extraordinary XK120 Roadster which also starred in the ‘Marques of a Legend’ video of the mid-1980s. ...The E-Type may be Jaguar’s most famous model, but the XK120 is unquestionably the car that made it all possible. It is without doubt one of the most important British cars of the 20th Century.
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The story of the E-Type requires little introduction, however, what perhaps does need explaining is the importance of early E-Types to understand how the pursuit of the unobtainable drives even the best-heeled of collector’s. The most sought of all the E-Types are the first 92 RHD cars produced - all featuring and identified by their outside bonnet locks. In total, 56, so almost all of the first cars, were supplied in July 1961 to the Jaguar dealerships, most to be the demonstrator for each dealer who were forbidden to sell these cars until that September. With most of the first 20 cars produced being allocated for competition use, the very first road cars are considered to be the Holy Grail of all collector cars. Chassis #027 is a rare opportunity to enjoy the thrill of ownership unsurpassed by many other exotic cars, and works out to be the 10th chassis number of the road going examples released outside Jaguar’s hand-picked first clients. Not only does it have the much revered ‘flat floors’ and ‘outside bonnet locks’ but in fact a whole myriad of other specific very early features including a smooth cut-away groove at the top of the A-post cappings, single boot hinges, thicker screen chrome mouldings, thinner dashboard top-roll, Lucas PL front lamps, splitlink throttle linkage and separate, welded-in bonnet louvres. As car Number 27 there are in fact a great many parts that could be considered ‘pre-production’ and these have all been greatly considered and preserved wherever possible during the intensive and careful restoration. So good and so iconic, this actual car is the one depicted on the recent commemorative Royal Mail
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1961 Jaguar E-Type Series I 3.8 Roadster – Chassis #850027
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Registration: 880 UXR Chassis Number: 850027 Engine Number: R1150-9 Year of Manufacture: 1961 Estimate (£): 200,000 - 250,000
Stamps which featured six British Classics, with a first day cover included within the history file. Rumoured to have been first owned by Mike Hailwood in 1961 regrettably these claims cannot be corroborated, although it seems very likely he must have had the use of it at some point, however, what is known is that #027 was gifted to 21-year-old Alan Wood in 1964, before a short period of ownership by budding Pilot Joe Tonna which saw him straight-swap his Carmen Red E-Type for Julian Soddy’s yellow MGB roadster in the early 70’s. Chassis number 27 was then owned, cherished and even hill-climbed by enthusiastic Pilot, Julian Soddy until 1978. Julian used this car devotedly even honeymooning in his beloved E-Type. Included in the history file is a wonderful account of his eight year tenure living and loving 850027. One particularly fine tale is offered: “My fiancé was also my secretary and therefore often drove the Jaguar. She always told me that she never exceeded 60mph, but naturally I suspected otherwise, and often expressed this opinion to the accompaniment of vigorous denials. One morning we had to drive to a neighbouring airfield some 12 miles away in order to pick up the Stampe after some maintenance work. I strapped myself to the aeroplane and after a short, but mandatory, aerobatic display, I set heading for base. I flew at 1500ft and sighted the E-Type some five miles along the main road, obviously going at a rate of knots. I decided to formate on her and sat at about 500ft above and behind the rocketing Jaguar with air speed indicator hovering on 100kts. That’s about 120mph or so but in fairness there was a headwind of about 15-20kts which still made the speed in excess of the magical ton. I had my proof, but despite
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protestations of underhand tactics I knew deep down that it wouldn’t make any difference, so I married the girl!” Showing signs of passionate usage, #027 was sold in 1978 to Guy Black of Lynx Motors who set about a full and complete restoration. This was only part completed before Walter C. Hill, himself an airline pilot and recognised Jaguar collector in the USA received this E-Type via the Port of Miami in late June 1980. Here chassis 27 would be the first member of what was to become a world class Jaguar collection; being later joined by such stable mates as a C-Type, D-Type, XKSS, the original Low Drag E-Type “CUT 7”, alongside one of the 12 original lightweight E-Types, an IMSA/Le Mans 1980’s Jaguar XJR 5 and XK120 chassis number 670001. Walter was exceptionally handson and over the period of two or three years completed the restoration begun by Guy Black to an exceptional and sympathetic standard. By 2005 the Hill collection was becoming too much and several cars, including #027 was sold by auction eventually arriving on British shores to known UK collector, the late Mr Henry Weitzman of Rickmansworth. Re-registered in the UK in 2006 this car was assigned registration number 880 UXR as it retains today. On returning to UK shores and joining the Weitzman collection, chassis #027 was entrusted to Webster & Lancaster of Hertfordshire whereupon some £3,000 was spent on a thorough service and recommissioning. Now showing just 300 something miles, it is believed that this could indeed be the genuine mileage post-restoration in 1980-83.
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The history is interesting and has been summarised in a Jaguar World Monthly magazine feature from July 2012 by Jim Patten which is present in the history file. In 1968 this particular E-Type starred in the film “Don’t raise the bridge, lower the river” starring Jerry Lewis, Terry Thomas, Bernard Cribbins and a young Patricia Routledge where chassis #027 can be seen in several scenes. The heritage certificate confirms its original purpose as the launch model for Jaguar House of Oxford, having been distributed by Henlys of London on the 13th June 1961, and that the existing colour combination of Carmen Red with Black leather trim is correct. The registration 200 MFC was assigned at the time though this was sadly lost in 1975 when the irresistible ‘1 XKE’ was sourced for #850027. This is the actual car featured in the original E-Type guide book by Anders Ditlev Clausager; ‘Factory Original Jaguar E-Type’ to define the 3.8 models. The book is the official Jaguar Heritage originality bible with #027 featured throughout and, as already mentioned, it is also the actual car featuring on a set of six Royal Mail first class stamps depicting six definitive British classic cars. Possibly the definitive Jaguar connoisseur’s dream collectable it is in fabulous and pristine yet not overrestored condition today and represents a very special opportunity.
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The Lotus Elite was launched at the London Motor Show at Earls Court, London, in 1957 as a unique fibreglass ‘monocoque’ construction. The car was regarded as a very pretty design back in the day and it went on to enjoy great success, both on road and track, even racing at Le Mans - where it won its class no less than six times at La Sarthe. The ‘SE’ and ‘Super’ models followed shortly thereafter featuring twin Webers, a fabricated exhaust manifold, a ZF gearbox, Lucas PL700 headlamps and a silver coloured roof. Between 1958 and 1963 just 1030 Elite’s had been produced in total, worldwide. This charming Lotus Elite is a Series II model featuring a Bristol Aircraft Company built body, triangulated trailing radius arms for improved toe-in control and Girling disc brakes. First registered on 18th September 1962 in York, its first change of owner was on 12 July 1968 to a Mr Howard Rawlinson of Stockport, Cheshire eventually leading to renowned Lotus Collector and Racer,
1962 Lotus Elite Series II Coupé
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Registration: 910 CBL Chassis Number: EB2331948 Engine Number: 10760 Year of Manufacture: 1962 Estimate (£): 50,000 - 65,000
Malcolm Ricketts of Ricketts Racing, cherished our Elite from 1983 for the next 20 years within his famed Historic Lotus Collection. In the history file there are an incredible record of bills and receipts dating back to 1969. Much correspondence between owners, Coventry Climax and ZF Great Britain are present, along with many other receipts for maintenance work carried out. An original buff registration book details ownership changes and MoT test certificates back to 1983, when the car had covered only 46,814 miles. The car has a current odometer reading of just over 65,000 miles. A letter detailing specifications and history - presumably from a previous owner of 910 CBL - dated 28th January 1970 states the car as having a respray and the engine upgraded to Stage 2 specification in 1969. In the handling section it mentions: “Handling is naturally superb with a characteristically gradual transition from under to over steer. N/S front wheel can be lifted”. More recent work included a complete driveshaft overhaul in 2003 by Ricketts Racing. In addition, in 2010 John Exley Developments rebuilt the engine, taking the usual opportunity to upgrade the capacity to 1500cc and finding the engine to be “very unmolested” upon dismantling. This example also sports the more desirable ZF gearbox and twin SU carburettors, arguably the most desirable specifiation of all the Elites built. The Lotus Elite continues to attract overseas interest with reports of several similar cars now being enjoyed in the Far East. This is a delightful car in fine order. A UK V5 registration certificate, current MoT and history file accompany the sale of this desirable car.
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1972 Lotus Elan Sprint Drophead
Lotus launched a legend in 1962, the new and groundbreaking Lotus Elan. Following on from the Elite model the new car offered improved handling allied with better performance. Below the bonnet sat a new twin-cam four cylinder engine which would become a legend in its own right, powering other classic Lotus models including of course the Cortina sports-saloons. Initially the Elan came as an open two-seater, then from 1964 a fixed head coupé was also available, both bodies being constructed from GRP and mounted on a separate chassis. In 1967 a new 2+2 joined the range. Both models continued to sell well throughout the late60’s with various model changes including the ultimate and super desirable Sprint model, with a more powerful engine, being introduced near the very end of Elan production, for later 1971 - production ceased in 1973.
change from the regular red over white two tone ‘Gold Leaf’ livery, this example looks fantastic as finished in full Lagoon Blue with Aztec Gold bumpers and contrasting black interior. The car is accompanied by a wealth of previous bills and invoices from as early as 1975.
This charming and genuine Lotus Elan Sprint Drophead was manufactured August 1972 as confirmed by Maurice Storey of the Lotus Archives, however first registration was not until 10th January 1973. A refreshing
Old MoT test certificates date back to 1975 complete this most impressive of history files and confirms mileage throughout. Supplied with a very rare original service booklet and handbook, along with a photographic record of the rebuild, this is a desirable sports car with a secure future. Equally welcome on either track or road, this punchy Elan performs extremely well and felt very quick and responsive when photographed.
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Registration: MRX 332L Chassis Number: 72080746G Engine Number: N.27281 Year of Manufacture: 1972 Estimate (£): 35,000 - 45,000
Still sporting its original registration of ‘MRX 332L’, this amazingly packaged, extremely capable and surprisingly roomy sportscar was fully stripped to the bare body shell and all necessary components removed for restoration in 1990 by renowned Elan experts Mick Miller of Saxmundham, Suffolk. The body was completely removed from the chassis and the chassis shot blasted and powder coated. The body was then painted again in Lagoon Blue and returned to the chassis.
A true turn-key investment declared by John Bolster in the very first issue of Classic and Sportscar magazine in 1982 that “Every home should have one”. Coincidentally, Malcolm Ricketts was the featured Elan Sprint owner for the story, his beloved Lotus Elite also being offered from the ‘Stradale’ Collection today...
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1980 Ducati 900 Mike Hailwood Replica Earning the respect and admiration of his peers through the enormity of his talent, the strength of his personality and his outrageous sense of fun, the Legend of Mike Hailwood as one of motorsport’s greats is still hotly celebrated. He won nine motorcycle World Championships between 1961 and 1967, then turned to motor racing, following in the footsteps of John Surtees, with whose cars he became European Formula 2 Champion and began his Formula 1 career. In time he might well have added a Formula 1 World Championship to his list of achievements, but his motor racing career ended abruptly in 1974 when he crashed
Registration: CDY 180V Frame Number: 900243 Engine Number: 090047 Year of Manufacture: 1980 Estimate (£): 14,000 - 18,000
his McLaren on Germany’s daunting Nurburgring. Disabled by his leg injuries, he retired to New Zealand, where he quickly became bored, and by 1978, at the age of 38, he was back at the Isle of Man, the scene of so many of his earlier triumphs, not only to race bikes once again, but to take on and beat the entire field. His victorious return to ‘The Island’ has been described as one of the most emotional moments of 20th century sport. The commemorative Ducati 900 Hailwood Replica offered here was originally manufactured in respect The
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of Mike’s Isle of Man TT achievement aboard a Ducati 900SS after a more than 11-year hiatus from motorsport. This great low mileage example of the much-sought Hailwood Rep features full one-piece fairing, Brembo Gold Line brake callipers, Conti exhausts, 40mm Dell’Orto PHM carburettors and striking Hailwood paint colours. This 13,124 mile, rare, original UK market example has been extensively tested and runs beautifully. Truly one of the nicest Mike Hailwood Replica’s available!
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In 1978 the 900 Super Sport Desmo ‘Darmah’ or 900 SSD was introduced to overcome the disappointing reception endured but its predecessor, the 860GT. Ducati learned from their unusual failure and propelled the Darmah into what is now widely regarded as a great sporty touring bike.
on the 900 SS. Perhaps the biggest improvement was the new gearshift selector drum now located on the left side. This meant an end for the rather simply constructed crossover rod to make left-side gearshift possible in 1976. Bosch ignition replaced Ducati’s own and an electric starter motor was standard.
A number of improvements were introduced on the rare 900SSD including the crankshaft bearings which were updated, the crankpin which was enlarged and desmodromic camshafts were now standard like
Offered in all round good but not exceptional or concours condition, this 900 SSD is one you’d be perfectly happy to own, but not frightened to use. Advantageous when you consider just how tractable,
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1980 Ducati 900 SS ‘Darmah’
Registration: JJT 587V Frame Number: 950478 Engine Number: 904346 Year of Manufacture: 1980 Estimate (£): 7,000 - 9,000
versatile and forgiving such a motorcycle can be on the road. If you want a showpiece for your study, office (or depending on permission from ‘the boss’, your kitchen) pick the Hailwood Rep. To thrash the lanes in the style of your favourite TT rider, pick the SS Darmah...
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This bespoke Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn sporting Coupé by Pininfarina was the worlds most expensive car when built in the early 1950s and it is totally unique. The speedometer shows a believed genuine 5,179 kilometres and this Rolls-Royce would be welcome at the world’s most prestigious events. Immediately after World War II the managing director of Rolls-Royce, Sir Arthur Sidgreaves, decided to rationalise the Bentley and Rolls-Royce range. The first cars were the Silver Dawn and the Bentley MK VI. They used the same chassis and running gear with minimal performance adaptions for the MK VI. Pressed steel bodies were produced by the company and these entry level luxury vehicles gave the company considerable success worldwide. Chassis’s were available to purchase for discerning clients and these were shipped to various approved coachbuilders who manufactured cars to order. The volume of the chassis’s being ordered became noticible and the company decided that they should offer a limited range of designs through their own or associated coachbuilders. Sidgreaves had introduced in the mid thirties a sporting range on the Rolls-Royce PII chassis and wanted to re-introduce the Rolls-Royce Continental on the rationalised platform and instructed the design team to come up with some ideas. Pininfarina had manufactured coachbuilt bodies on the PII and the MK VI platforms and had an important client called Signor Luigi Bressani from Milan. It was Mr Bressani who commissioned this one-off Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn Sports Coupé. Chassis SCA-43 was fitted with the engine number S-90-A and split skirt pistons were specified, along with the speedometer in kilometres. The chassis was handed over to the shippers on the 30th August, 1950 and sent
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Registration: 270 YUW Chassis Number: SCA-43 Engine Number: S-90-A Year of Manufacture: 1951 Estimate (£): 375,000 - 425,000
to Farina in Turin through the official Italian Rolls-Royce dealer and inspector Fernando Martoralli. The car was completed and then exhibited at the Torino motor show in April 1951. Further discussions between Rolls-Royce and Pininfarina were short lived as the cost of the Coupé quoted was around ten thousand pounds. To put this into context, when the H J Mulliner version of the R-Type Bentley Continental later appeared it was offered at about a third of this price. Manufacturing in Italy just was not feasible, Pininfarina had just signed a contract with Ferrari to produce their coachwork and currency fluctuations at the time of the Italian Lira made things unworkable. Rolls-Royce then made a decision to proceed with the R-Type Bentley Continental, probably as this was their sports car brand and the company then went on to authorise over 200 Continentals. Chassis SCA-43 seemed to disappear after the 1951 exhibition in Turin, with few details as to the whereabouts available, and many attempts were made to find this unique car by numerous parties. Following considerable research, it was purchased by the vendor from the original owner’s relatives and then treated to a careful and sympathetic restoration. Following the restoration, it was invited to the Warren Concours De Elegance in May 2014, where it was placed first in class and runner up for the entire event. Opportunities to purchase unique motorcars such as this Rolls-Royce are few and far between. The current design team for the new Rolls-Royce Wraith Coupé recently described how this iconic Pininfarina design of SCA-43 was an influence on the current Wraith Coupé during a press conference. Silverstone auctions are delighted to offer this special car for public sale for the very first time in its esteemed history.
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When Jaguar resumed car production in 1945, it dropped its pre-war sports car line to concentrate on saloon manufacture. But at the 1948 Motor Show the firm astonished the public by announcing a new twoseater roadster; the XK120, with the name reflecting its top speed. It heralded the arrival of Jaguar’s famous 3.4-litre twin overhead camshaft XK engine, intended for the Mk. VII saloon, then two years away. Its chassis was essentially a shortened version of the simultaneously announced Mk. V saloon, with torsion bar independent suspension and its comfort and road holding set new standards for British sports cars. In May 1949, on the Jabbeke to Aeltre auto route, a model with its hood and sidescreen in place recorded a speed of 126mph and no less than 132mph with the hood and windscreen detached and an under-tray fitted. The car was in almost instant demand and it caught Jaguar by surprise. The first 240 examples retained coach-built aluminium bodies before pressed steel took over. The open two-seater model was joined by a Fixedhead Coupé version in 1951 and a Drophead coupé followed in 1953. The Drophead Coupé was the final variant of the XK120. It boasted more civilised equipment such as fully folding top, properly trimmed roof lining, windup windows and more luxurious fittings. However, only 1,767 were built before it was replaced by the XK140 and of these only 295 were righthand drive, like the car offered here. Retaining its original registration number, OGW 626 has been restored from the ground up by England’s finest specialists and is finished in its original colour combination of British Racing Green with tan interior. Supplied new to a Mr H.G.B Hoare of Dunmow, Essex on 19th October 1953, this home-market 120 Drophead Coupé is presented in concours condition. A full body
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Registration: OGW 626 Chassis Number: 667056 Engine Number: W9804-8 Year of Manufacture: 1953 Estimate (£): 100,000 - 120,000
off restoration has recently been completed and just over 500 shakedown miles have been covered since. The restoration was overseen by leading Jaguar expert Guy Broad. His philosophy is to be faithful to the purity and beauty of the original cars, whilst subtly improving the overall driving experience for the owner. To this end, numerous improvements have been lavished upon this 120 Drophead Coupé. The matching numbers engine was fully rebuilt to original specification, with the addition of lead-free valve seals, Tuftridge coated exhaust valves, uprated valve springs, 2inch HD8 SU carburettors and composite head gasket. All machine work and balancing has been carried out and all assembly work by Guy Broad. The transmission is a brand new ‘Broadsport’ 5-speed unit with longer 0.73:1 5th gear ratio, the original gearbox is available. The flywheel, propshaft and diaphram clutch unit have all been balanced. The brakes have been upgraded with ‘Broadsport’ 4 pot callipers enabling modern braking ability. For those buyers of a larger nature, this car has been fitted with the Guy Broad peddle extension, which allows taller drivers to find the optimum driving position. The body was sent to Leaping Cats for preparation and lead loading, whilst the chassis was shot blasted, etch primed and powder coated. The paint and finish was carried out by Brookfield Classics of Hinckley and finished off with painted wire wheels. The quality of this restoration can only be described as superb and to complete an XK120 to this level of detail would cost well in excess of £100,000 today in parts and labour alone. For additional peace of mind, this car is offered with a 12 month or 3,000 mile major component mechanical warranty to its new owner. This car is described by the vendor as: “simply the best of its kind available anywhere in the world today.”
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October 1975 saw the debut of the most successful shape ever to wear the Cavallino Rampante emblem. Over 20,000 examples of all engine types and sizes were produced from 1975-1989. Pininfarina designed the two seater Berlinetta using the engine (now dry sump) and running gear from the 308 GT4 2+2. This new car was made on a traditional steel tube chassis but its beautiful body was firstly manufactured in GRP then after two years Scagaletti started making GTBs in steel. The 3 litre four cam V8 was more or less unchanged until March 1981 when Bosch fuel injection was added in place of the 4 double choke Webers, although the final drive was altered on these cars to give similar acceleration to a carburetter car. Irrespective of which ever model the 308 has to go down as one of Ferraris all time greatest road cars and prices are most definately on the rise. We are informed by the vendor that this particular 308 GTS/i was supplied new by The Sports Car Exchange of Dearborn, Michigan on the 15th of July 1982 to a Mr Clifford Robinson for $56000 who subsequently owned this car for the next 20 years and formed part of a private collection hence the very low mileage. With only 2 further keepers, the last being the President of the Ferrari Owners Club for Houston Texas who owned the car for six years this particular car has led a much pampered existence, and it shows. Finished externally in Black there is a deep mirror like finish throughout, all panel gaps are consistent throughout and set the car off beautifully.
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Registration: TBC Chassis Number: ZFFAA02A4C0039655 Engine Number: 01840 Year of Manufacture: 1981 Estimate (£): 45,000 - 50,000
unmarked and the red leather is in superb order throughout, the centre console with its bank of classic chrome levers and flick switches are reported to work perfectly. The window rubbers retain their original finish, even the original tool kit is complete, the original spare tyre has never been used and the jack looks never to have been touched. The engine bay is reported to be like new with coolant and oil to level and clean; it fires instantly from cold with no smoke and soon settles to an even tick over. The vendor informs us that the driving experience on this particular car is sublime. The time honoured clunk clunk of metal to metal gear lever and H gate merely add to the occasion, With a warranted mileage of just 15,660, 2 sets of keys, original owners wallet with all handbooks and documentation including service book and a new MOT certificate, its the 308 that now offers the best value entry into full fat Ferrari ownership experience. The 308 is an old school charmer, the induction noise of which makes pulling away in first gear an occasion. This has to be one of the best 308s on offer anywhere in the world right now with its warranted low mileage, original condition and provenance. If you’ve always fancied one, we would’nt hang around.
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1960 Ferrari 250 GT Pininfarina Series II Coupé
After years of racing success, Enzo Ferrari sought to bring some financial stability to the automaker that bore his name. Ferrari’s first foray into regular production grand touring road cars was unveiled to the public at the 1954 Paris Motor Show as the 250 Europa GT. An attractive, if rather sedate-looking, car, the 250 Europa GT’s Pininfarina-penned lines clothed its racing-derived Colombo V-12 engine. Other coachbuilt versions of the 250 GT followed, but Enzo requested Pinin Farina to design an elegant 250 GT Coupé follow-up to the wellreceived 250 GT Boano and Ellena in the late 1950s. With its 1958 debut in Milan, the 250 GT Pininfarina Coupé was a grand touring car with a distinctive style that would mark the face of Ferrari for years to come.
and its cabriolet-with-hardtop side profile. Seeking to promote the 250 GT Coupé as a tourer, Ferrari included luxurious leather trim, sound deadening, thick carpeting, and a sophisticated climate control system.
Between its introduction and its eventual discontinuation in 1960, Pininfarina’s Grugliasco, Italy, plant crafted 353 examples of the new series production car. Of course, calling any early Ferrari a series’ production vehicle is a bit of a misnomer, since each was hand built and typically pre-sold to a well-heeled buyer. Understated, as much as that term can be used to refer to a Ferrari, the 250 GT Coupé was notable for its lengthy hood
This left-hand drive 1960 Ferrari 250 GT Pininfarina Series II Coupé is finished in its original build colour of Grigio Conchiglia (16249) with tan leather interior. ‘1567GT’ was supplied new to the USA in November 1959 and is the 19th series II model out of a total number of 147 cars. Far fewer are believed to be on the road today. 1567GT has been subject to significant expenditure in recent years. In 2012 the car was treated to mechanical and trim detail by Maranello Rosso, SL of Madrid totalling €16,000. In 2013 the car was baremetal repainted by Leqoq Carrosserie of Paris at a cost of over €18,000 and in 2014 the engine was extensively rebuilt by Joe Macari Performance Cars, London. This work included rebuilding the carburettors, new clutch, new brake pads and battery. After 2 years of significant expenditure, this 250 PF is ready to be used and enjoyed by its next owner.
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Registration: 662 YUN Chassis Number: 1567GT Engine Number: 1567 Year of Manufacture: 1960 Estimate (£): 375,000 - 425,000
Underneath, a 240 horsepower version of the mighty Colombo V-12 sent power to the rear wheels. It was, essentially, a detuned version of the race-winning V-12 Ferrari put in competition cars and featured three twin-choke Weber downdraft carburettors and 8.8:1 compression. Among the fastest GT cars of its era, it sprinted to 62 mph in less than seven seconds before topping out at 141mph, besting competitive Aston Martin, Jaguar, and Maserati performance coupés.
These models offer a collector significant exclusivity whilst maintaining a degree of subtlety and sophistication. Cabriolet 250 PFs command price tags far into the millions and when compared to almost any other 250 Ferrari, the PF represents significant value.
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There may be newer-looking Range Rovers around these days but that isn’t to say that the original first generation version, with its familiar boxy shape, doesn’t still have its supporters. In fact, it’s positively flying on the used market. The original Spen King designed Range Rover was one of the British Motor Industry’s proudest success stories. When it went out of production at the end of 1996, it still looked as fresh and forward thinking as it did back in 1970 when one was chosen for an exhibit in the Louvre as an example of modern sculpture. We understand there to be 28 pre-production chassis’ for the launch of the Range Rover with the order for the first 6 vehicles made on 26th September 1969. This batch of six were to be issued with Croydon registration numbers (YVB ***H) as these were intended to disguise development vehicles when they went out onto the road. It was deemed that a Solihull registration would have made it been obvious they were Land Rover products so even a “VELAR” name badge was added to further disguise their identity. The car offered here today is Range Rover Chassis Number #001, the first Range Rover to go onto the production line. Built from 24th November 1969 to 17th December 1969 it was first registered on 2nd January 1970 - some 5½ months before the June 17th launch date. It is agreed that Michael Forlong - The producer of the two Range Rover promotion films “A car for all reasons” and “Sahara South” was to become the first private owner of “No 1” on 8th April 1971. Before taking possession, the car was re-sprayed into the production colour of Bahama Gold, and the textured dash was fitted. A private registration number WGA 71 was allocated to #001 in November 1975 when the vehicle passed to Mr. W.G Ansell of Belvedere, SE London. Before disposing of the Range Rover in 1979 to the
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Registration: YVB 151H Chassis Number: 33500001A Engine Number: 35500001 Year of Manufacture: 1970 Estimate (£): 100,000 - 140,000
next owner (a farmer in Kent) the WGA 71 number was replaced with an age related number EGU 16H, and so the identity of this important icon was inadvertently disguised for a further 6 years. During this time a similar Range Rover was mocked up with the registration ‘YVB 151H’ by enthusiasts in a bid to try and trace #001, unaware of course that at the time the original registration number had of course been ‘lost’ and that it was also no longer in its original Olive Green. Not until a chance phone call to our vendor in the early 1990’s, himself a known enthusiast of the marque, did the road to the rediscovery of Range Rover #001 begin. What followed was a professional six year ground up, every last nut and bolt restoration both bodily and mechanically which has been executed to an exceptional and unwavering standard. There is a photographic record of this restoration, which includes photos of some parts date stamped as early as April 1969. Unusually, the vehicle retains all its “matching numbers” components; chassis, engine, gearbox, and axles, as well as the original aluminium bonnet, and the original body shell. In 1997 the DVLA after some considerable cajoling by our vendor reissued #001 with its original registration number ‘YVB 151H’ due to the significant historic interest of the vehicle and the importance and relevance of the ‘YVB’ registration number. Sold with a warranted mileage of 86,950miles and fresh MOT this car is well-known in many publications and historical reference books for the marque. Having owned this iconic motor car for nearly a quarter of a century the vendor has decided it is time to pass the responsibility of owning YVB 151H to a new custodian. The sympathetic and meticulous restoration has proudly stood the test of time making #001 – a hugely significant motor car worthy of serious consideration.
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Despite its name, the two-door Continental was produced principally for the domestic home market with just 208 built, 165 of these in righthand drive guise. Like many handcrafted coach-built cars of the period the chassis were produced at the Rolls-Royce Crewe factory and shared many components with the standard R-Type. Coachwork for the majority of cars was completed by H. J. Mulliner & Co. who mainly built them in Fastback Coupé form. A definitive style of coachwork, the lightweight, aluminium wind tunneldeveloped fastback of H.J. Mulliner centred strongly on keeping weight to a minimum in order to retain as much power and performance as possible. The R-Type Continental was the first four-seater sports coupé capable of speeds of up to 120mph. The early R-Type Continental had essentially the same engine as the standard R-Type but with modified carburation, induction and exhaust manifolds along with higher gear ratios. The A, B and C Series cars were fitted with 4.5 litre engines that displaced 4,566cc and produced 158bhp. In July of 1954 production of the D-Series cars began with the bore increased to 3¾ inches, raising the displacement to 4,877cc as present here. Mated to a manual gearbox as with BC41D the result is a potent continental cruiser or surprisingly docile and manageable city charger. No stranger to the concours lawns having scooped the ‘Most Elegant Design’ crown at Salon Privé 2013, this late D-Series Fastback was extensively restored by P&A Wood in the 1980’s and was part of the 50th Anniversary celebrations at Silverstone on 31st August 2002. In current ownership this proven motorcar has delivered more than 12,000 trouble-free continental touring miles
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1954 Bentley R-Type Continental Fastback
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Registration: UFF 398 Chassis Number: BC41D Engine Number: BC41D Year of Manufacture: 1954 Estimate (£): 900,000 - 1,100,000
across Ireland, France, Switzerland, Italy and Sardinia. Manufactured on the 13th September 1954 and sold to Mr J A Holland there have been just nine subsequent keepers before passing to the enviable collection of our vendor in 2008. Reluctantly now offered for sale because of an irresistible opportunity to breathe new life into yet another Crewe Bentley, this tried and proven motorcar is positively glorious in every respect. Residing at one of the most prestigious addresses in London BC41D is regularly exercised and consistently maintained by expert craftsmen and respected marque specialists; Clark & Carter of Braintree, Essex. Constantly and painstakingly fettled and improved the result of these hours of adjustment and refinement mean this car would be a pleasure to own and live with. Presented in Midnight Blue paintwork and complemented by rich Magnolia leather trim and light carpets, this is in our opinion the preferred colour scheme of such a car. On researching the car’s history it was discovered to have been ordered with the roof strengthened to accept a roof-rack, six fitted suitcases, a one-piece rear bumper and an oblong recessed number plate. Finally, it was also requested with recessed cubby-holes behind a sliding panel in each of the doors. Whilst regrettably the suitcases no longer accompany the car we’re grateful the roof-rack never came to fruition. It does however boast several wellconsidered and discreet upgrades which have been sympathetically incorporated to enhance the driving pleasure. Not least of these is the addition of front and rear seat belts, a bespoke air conditioning unit which blows ice cold and required a tasteful redesign of the dashboard arrangement, rear fog lights, halogen bulbs, a discreet rear strip brake light beneath the bumper and
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a classic radio fascia with modern MP3 compatibility. The antenna to which is disguised beneath the undercarriage of the car so as not to compromise the smooth lines of the body. All these upgrades have been completed to the highest standard and with the greatest sympathy to originality and not so much as a wood screw out of place. We previously described this car as being ‘proven’; you’ll not disagree. With many trouble-free continental touring miles already to its name this most elegant of benchmark collector cars is ready to deliver so many more under new stewardship. Low production coach built cars from discerning marques such as Bentley will doubtless never cease to hit the high notes. Don’t underestimate how few opportunities may remain to contribute a D-Series Manual R-Type Continental Fastback in such resplendent order as this to your collection.
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Presented at the 1961 Paris Motor Show, the Facel II or HK2 marked the pinnacle of achievement for Jean Daninos, who had been striving to create a French de luxe range worthy of the great pre-1950 road cars by Delage, Delahaye, Hotchkiss, Salmson and Talbot. Power grew from 203-253bhp on the FV between 1956-58 (a period characterised by the FV’s panoramic windscreens), then to 335bhp or 360bhp on the HK 500 of 1959, which could top 140mph - making it the fastest four-seater coupé in the world. FACEL also produced a long-wheelbase, four-door limousine called Excellence which, despite its price, met with some success until 1961. But in 1959 Jean Daninos created a new, lower and even racier-looking model: the Facel II (or HK2), a largewindowed coupé with rounded windscreen and rear window, and a thin roof barely visible in profile. Derived from the HK 500, this gave supreme expression to Daninos’ ideas about performance, style, capacity and general quality. With its Chrysler engine; superb interior lined with the finest available leather; refined dashboard and airy interior, this immediately became a classic embodiment of luxury à la française, without excess or ostentation. Of the 183 Facel II example produced, only 27 of these were right-hand drive. Chassis number HKII-A122 was delivered new on 26th March 1962 to Intercontinental Cars, London in very rare right-hand drive specification. It was finished in Iridescent Blue and featured an automatic gearbox, radio and Borrani wheels. According to the information supplied by Amicale Facel, this car was sold to its first owner in March 1962, a Mr Dick Wilkins of powerboat racing notoriety. It was sold to a Mr Marriot in February 1963 and to a Mr Cowley in 1966. The car had two further British owners before being exported to
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1962 Facel Vega II
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Registration: VSY 666 Chassis Number: HKII-A122 Engine Number: TY8-212 Year of Manufacture: 1962 Estimate (£): 250,000 - 300,000
Malaysia in 1997. It spent 13 years in the far east before returning to Europe in 2010, when it was purchased by a German collector. By this time the car had been left in completely original and unrestored condition and was purchased by the current owner, himself a passionate Facel collector, as a true restoration project in February 2013. This car boasts its original V8 Chrysler TY8 Typhoon engine, a 6.3 litre producing 325 bhp and capable of 240 kilometres per hour. This was comprehensively rebuilt by John Pearson along with the gearbox, which was rebuilt under the supervisoin of Orchard View Classics. The bodywork was resprayed in its original colour of Iridescent Blue and the interior trimmed in quality beige leather with matching carpets. The history file details invoice and expenditure of the restoration, along with copies of factory build sheets, owner’s manual and early servicing records. In total, over £50,000 has been invested in this vehicle and many hundreds of hours have contributed to a beautiful finished car. The only modification Silverstone Auctions would recommend would be power steering, as the car featured power steering when new. Complete with a fresh MoT until July 2015, this Facel II simply radiates French sophistication and elegance. An unquestionable future concours entrant, this car would suit any collector who likes to stand out from the crowd. Notable owners of Facel II’s included Ringo Starr, Pablo Picasso, Joan Collins, Tony Curtis, Christian Dior, Ava Gardner (bought 3), Princess Grace of Monaco, Frank Sinatra and Sir Stirling Moss. Chassis number A122 represents an unparalleled opportunity to add one more name to that illustrious list.
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In September of 1959 Porsche revealed their fully updated 356 known as the 356B. This had a completely revised body that was more suitable for the American market. The 356B used the new T5 bodystyle which raised the front and rear bumpers nearly four inches. Furthermore the headlights were also repositioned higher to meet American regulations. Inside Porsche fitted a new deep dish steering wheel and deeper front seats. New to the model was the Type 616/7 Super 90 engine which was an indirect replacement for the Carrera de Luxe models. The engine was fully revised with a new intake manifold, a larger Solex 40 PII-4 carburetor and the Carrera air filters. Other detail changes included 9.0:1 pistons, stronger valve springs, a different crankshaft with 55mm main bearings. In August of 1961 Porsche revealed the updated T6 body with larger windows for the Coupé and twin engine grills on the rear deck. These had a much revised front trunk with a different gas tank that was accessed under a filler lid on the fender instead of the
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1962 Porsche 356B T6 Super 90 Cabriolet
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Registration: 393 UXU Chassis Number: 155628 Engine Number: 614944 Year of Manufacture: 1962 Estimate (£): 90,000 - 110,000
middle of the trunk. In 1963, the 356C marked the third and final update to the 356 model. This left-hand drive 1962 Porsche 356 B Super 90 cabriolet is finished in one of the sleekest colour combinations of silver with blue leather interior and blue hood. The body was subject to a restoration in 2006 and was purchased by the current owner in Monaco. The paintwork today presents well and has been recently treated to a bare metal respray. The hood is in excellent condition and the interior a true delight, complete with original radio and clock. There are a number of bills in the history file from Porsche Monaco and the car has a current UK registration certificate. This 356 cabriolet will be serviced, tuned, spark plugs changed and supplied with 1 year’s MoT prior to the auction. The 356 Super 90 Cabriolet was produced in very limited numbers and only 600 of all T6 cabriolet variants were manufactured in 1961/62. With prices of 356 Speedsters beginning to surpass £300,000, this attractive open-top Porsche looks a very reasonable ownership proposition.
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The Porsche 911S represented the pinnacle of Porsches sportscar program in the early 1970’s, bettered only in performance terms by the 2.7RS. It was the last years of non-impact bumpers and lightweight cars and coupled with Porsche’s total domination of the World Sportscar Championship and Steve McQueen’s endorsement in the film Le Mans they could do no wrong with the now iconic 911S and derivatives. This 911S Coupé has been the property of its enthusiastic owner since 1992 with first registration in his name in 1993. He chose this car from the 12-14 he viewed because it was to him the most honest and solid basis from which he could transform the car to a concours contender, as he duly did. Upon purchase he set about a complete front to back restoration completing the work ahead of the July 1994 Porsche Club Donington Park meet where his new pride and joy was to be entered to the concours. The standard of the restoration was soon to be described as “outstanding in every respect” by Porsche Specialist Steve Holgate, a statement reasonably concurred by concours judging panel as it went on to win the Regional and come 6th in the National Porsche Club concours of 1994. Confirmed manufactured in March of 1972, this E-Series ‘S’ was delivered new through a German dealership to a Doctor in Hanover who specifically ordered a righthand drive car because where he parked it meant he wouldn’t have to get out of the car into traffic. Finished in original Sepia Brown with Beige trim it was debated whether or not to change this now popular period colour when the restoration was completed in 1993, however, some research into the Porsche archives uncovered just how few of these cars were manufactured in this colour combination (believed just six) so the correct decision was made to repaint the car in its original Sepia Brown.
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1972 Porsche 911 S 2.4 Coupé
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Registration: WKY 720K Chassis Number: 9112301419 Engine Number: 63222070 Year of Manufacture: 1972 Estimate (£): 140,000 - 160,000
Despite the many hours of labour invested in the meticulous restoration of which there are a host of photographs chronicling the strip and rebuild, our vendor has never been put off from using this most tractable and unusual of 911’s. Even as residual values have risen his appetite for the open-road has always been well catered for by the bullet-proof Porsche. Widely driven, often as far as Le Mans where it has taken in no fewer than four Classic Meetings, and Spa, a handful of Goodwood Revivals and three or four Silverstone Classic’s, this car is no stranger to long journeys behaving as you would expect from precision German engineering with our vendor enjoying every moment behind the wheel... It has been on the road for every year of his ownership totalling a believed-genuine 80,000miles from new. The engine was completely rebuilt at 51,000 miles by RSR Engineering though the speedo was unchanged, and more recently, Rennspeed in Gainsborough have refreshed the engine and rebuilt the gearbox within the last 1,000 miles. A genuine and proven ‘S’ variant of the iconic 911, honest and reliable examples of the real drivers’ cars are becoming fewer and fewer making the opportunity to own this car today even more appealing. With values virtually re-aligning daily the 911 story continues to make headline news... Don’t delay any further.
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This all-aluminium Coach Built Park Ward is one of just thirty A-Series factory cars built, resplendent in Caribbean Blue metallic paintwork with brand-new Red St. James leather and deep red Wilton carpets this gentleman’s express is propelled by the bulletproof 4.9 litre six-cylinder engine mated to four speed automatic gearbox. This numbers matching Bentley with large history file is the type very rarely seen on the open British roads and mostly reside in private collections being offered in this condition to market only very rarely. Having been restored over a long period of time by its previous owner, it has very recently benefited from over 250 hours of skilled craftsmanship to bring this beautiful classic up to show standard, including a lower half and underside of the bonnet re-spray, new correct Bentley period headlamps, the stainless steel hub caps have been professionally polished and the beauty rings painted and then correctly coach-lined. New rear half stainless steel exhaust has been fitted as has brand new Luminition electronic ignition and fresh 235/75/15
1956 Bentley S1 Continental Park Ward Two-Door Sports Saloon
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Registration: VOJ 502 Chassis Number: BC37AF Engine Number: BC36A Year of Manufacture: 1956 Estimate (£): 260,000 - 300,000
tyres. The engine bay has been fully stripped and soda blasted then fully painted in 2K Black paint including all ancillaries. All gaskets have been replaced and carburettors rebuilt. The nickel plating has been stripped, polished and re-Nickel plated including all small tools. All hoses have been changed for new OE hoses, a new 16” Kenlowe twin-speed electric fan fitted even changed the bottom single pulley for a twin pulley should the new owner wish to fit air conditioning at a later stage. To the interior, a new West of England cloth headlining in a light classic grey has been fitted, the boot has been completely re-trimmed in light classic grey carpet, piped on the edges, all veneers stripped and re-French polished and of course, the aforementioned new Red St. James leather and Wilton carpets have been fitted, all to an exceptionally high standard. This imposing Bentley has also recently received a full service and brake overhaul and a full renovation of the power steering system. The original radio has been fully rebuilt and converted for an iPod connection discretely hidden in the glove box. Offered on UK registration and with accompanying V5 document there accompanies a very pleasing history file including the Factory Record Details. It is now ready to stretch its legs on a host of winding European rallys. It is a real pleasure for us to offer this car for sale to the most discerning Bentley collector or enthusiast at the foremost UK Concours event.
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Discovered by the current owner in 2002 in the USA, he purchased the car on the merit of a single photograph, realising the unusual and unique pre-war body on the car. The car has been little used since its restoration approximately 10 years ago, which included a comprehensive body restoration, an interior retrim in best quality leather and a complete mechanical overhaul of the engine. The iron cylinder head and the blocks were crack tested and found to be faultless, the blocks were re-bored and new pistons fitted. The crankshaft was reground and new white metal bearings fitted and line bored. All big end and main bearings were done. This was completed in addition to a great deal of other work. Winner of the 1935 grand prix d’honneur concours d’Elegance at La Baule on the west cost of France, this stylish Rolls-Royce Phantom I sedanca was created by Knibbs and Parkyn just prior to that event, it is understood that this body was commissioned for the direct purpose of showing at concourse events across Europe and it was clearly a huge success .
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1926 Rolls-Royce Phantom I Sedanca by Knibbs & Parkyn
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Registration: BNF 834 Chassis Number: 18NC Engine Number: PL85 Year of Manufacture: 1926 Estimate (£): 80,000 - 100,000
Chassis number 18 NC was delivered new on the 17th of November 1926 , copies of original factory build sheets document the car was on test on the 20th September 1926 and state that it was delivered by Cockshoot for a Mr Barkigen of Chepstow, Manchester with a sporting four seater body. The ownership record then shows the car was purchased by a Costa Rican diplomat, Mr G Salem, who registered the car with the consulate in Manchester. Factory build sheets then place the car in the Rolls-Royce Paris workshop during the 1930s, as if further proof were needed of its glamorous life at that time. Part of a private collection of Rolls-Royce and other vintage cars, chassis number 18NC has been little used since its restoration and rarely seen in public since the 1930s. This beautiful and unique pre-war concours d’Elegance winner, which still carries its original registration number, would surely provide its new owner with an entry to some of the worlds most prestigious car events where it would surely cause a sensation.
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The Bentley S1 Standard Steel Saloon replaced the R-Type standard steel saloon which had been in production, with modifications, since 1946. Improved from its predecessor by not just offering seating for five adults, but also a more comfortable arrangement thanks to three extra inches in the wheelbase, enlarged headroom and even bigger boot space. The ride was improved by softer suspension and improved braking which helped to counter the increase in power and engine capacity, which now, with 4887cc was propelled through a four-speed automatic gearbox which itself introduced the ability to select individual ratios if desired. As well as the refinement as detailed above, importantly this car was ordered with power steering from new enhancing the driving experience considerably. Supporting the past of this striking Bentley is a wonderful and fully documented history file featuring a host of invoices and bills for regular maintenance from as early as 1976 by James Young of Bromley and Jack Compton of Woldingham to Sargeants of Goudhurst in 2008, all works being commissioned for the same owner across this entire period. Amongst some of the early invoices is one in February 1982 from Fisk & Dailly of Kent to confirm they carried out a replacement of the rear offside quarter panel and both body sills, ‘make good’ existing body work and prepare, spray and lacquer the entire vehicle in Silver over Blue, adding the coach line to finish. In June 1992, despite seemingly only having travelled some maybe 3,000 miles since the restorative works in 1982, Sargeants of Goudhurst were enlisted to commence coachwork restoration including the complete strip of the vehicle, reshape, prepare, prime and paint whole car in top-half Rolls-Royce Shell Grey and lower-half Rolls-Royce Deep Ocean Blue.
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1957 Bentley S1 Saloon
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Registration: 8263 PE Chassis Number: B244EG Engine Number: BE122 Year of Manufacture: 1957 Estimate (£): 45,000 - 55,000
Seemingly, whilst the original invoice suggested only exterior coachwork restoration was to be undertaken, it appears the decision was rightly made to attend to a few other jobs whilst in a state of disassembly. Resultantly, the interior was removed with the leather being renewed on front seats and front arm rests, boot carpet and trim renewed and rear parcel shelf retrimmed. Door cappings and front and rear surrounds were sent to a specialist for refinishing, whilst the bright work was also re-plated. The total cost from June 92’ to reassembly and completion in January 93’ was some £18,000 - significant in the early 1990’s. From here, a pleasing series of invoices beginning in 1994 to 2008 and all addressed to Mrs Thomas (having previously been registered from 1976 to this time by Mr Thomas) shows this Bentley being annually collected, serviced, fettled and returned by Sargeants of Goudhurst. Clearly leading a pampered life, this car had seemingly travelled just 7,500miles from August 1976 to June 2008 despite twice being restored in this period - in fact, a recurring comment made by Sargeants reads “the car would benefit from a little more use”... The original and excellent finish on the dash woodwork and the lack of wear on the gear lever shroud which is apparent in higher-mileage vehicles suggests an extremely strong possibility that the 26,700 miles now recorded are the actual mileage since new - something that Sargeants of Goudhurst believed to be the case, based on their three generations of experience. Still with just two former keepers, this car is now offered from a home where it has again been pampered with occasional light use. Presented in exemplary order and in one of the most handsome colour combinations available to these cars. UK V5C, many invoices, some past MOT’s and current MOT accompany this car.
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The launch of the relatively compact Silver Shadow and Bentley T-Type rebuffed the separate ‘chassis’ and ‘coachwork’ arrangement of early RR’s and Bentley’s by using an all new monocoque design with a much lower roof line, self-levelling independent suspension, dualcircuit servo disc brakes all round, and a four-speed automatic gearbox. Although the cars are more or less identical, the Bentley T looks more dynamic than the Shadow because the radiator is lower and smoother with a more streamlined shape. Otherwise, it is only the badging on the wheel covers, boot lid and gauges that set the cars apart - although the Bentley is far more exclusive as only 1,703 saloons were made across 11 years compared to over ten times that number of Shadows. Replaced in 1977 by the T2, the T-Type is now more commonly referred to as the T1. One of the extremely rare and very last of the T1s, of which a just handful were built, this example features literally all the sought after improvements introduced during the life of the original chrome bumper examples, including the larger engine, more attractive flared wheel arches and the much improved compliant suspension - resulting in this being the ultimate specification of T1. Resplendent in factory correct Moorland Green and contrasted by supple Beige VM3234 interior leather, this car was once registered ‘XJG 9’ and judging by the three inch thick file of bills and invoices, plus a host of correspondence, has wanted for nothing in all its time. Amongst these invoices is a thorough report of work conducted by P&A Wood in 1993 totalling £2,700 but supplying useful notes on each aspect of their investigation and maintenance work. Records show this Bentley having been sold to ‘The Cavendish Club’, Devonshire Square, London in 1978, presumably, as the property of the club for the chauffeuring of important members and their guests to the ritziest of London locations. By 1987/88 an MOT
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1976 Bentley T1 Saloon
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Registration: WGD 489R Chassis Number: SBH24551 Engine Number: 24551 Year of Manufacture: 1976 Estimate (£): 24,000 - 28,000
record shows mileage of 97,930 moving to 03,447 in 1988/89. Now showing fewer than 25,000 miles, this is therefore likely actually 125,000 yet just 22,000 or so in the past 25 years - but this car has clearly been incredibly cherished, to the extent that the original interior leather and woodwork condition would look to be correct for 23,000 miles from new! Following some light vandalism to the paintwork on one side in August 1986, such was the fastidious extent of its then owner that the protracted negotiations and details to get the absolutely perfect paint finish ultimately took until 1993. By this time, not only had the small blemish been rectified, but his long-suffering and very patient insurance company and local Rolls-Royce agent had nigh-on repainted every panel and the roof! A series of letters accompany this car which document the shameless nature of the protracted toing’s and froing’s between owner, insurer and several Service and Works managers. His hard work paid off however because the resulting car and the standard of the paint even today is still exceptionally good. This same owner kept the car from 1986 to 2008, when it was purchased by Hunt & Keal Ltd (Now Graeme Hunt Ltd) of Radley Mews London. Subsequently sold to classic racer and general classic car enthusiast, Steve Tandy, by March 2011 and showing (1)23,206 miles, this T1 was waxoiled underneath for preservation by Steve Chambers Automotive, Tewkesbury. Acquired by our vendor in June 2012 it has in his care been subjected to occasional use and home care. Offered with UK V5 registration document and current MOT, this is without doubt a leading ‘T-Series’ Bentley and likely the finest we’ve seen. Wonderful to drive and refined enough to live with as a daily driver if one chose, the T1 Bentley makes an occasion of any journey.
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1979 Ferrari 308 GTB
The 308 GTB was launched at the Paris Motor show in 1975 as a direct replacement for the Dino 246. Designed by Pininfarina with sweeping curves and aggressive lines the 308 has gone on to become one of the most recognised Ferrari’s of all time. Fitted with a 2.9 litre DOHC V8 engine fitted with four Weber 40DCNF Carburettors that produced 255bhp the 308 went from 0 to 60mph in 6.5 seconds and on to a top speed of 159 mph. In 1980 fuel injection was added to the 308 and power went down from 255 bhp to 214 bhp however two years later four vales per cylinder were added giving quattrovalvole models 240bhp. The 308 was manufactured in both GTB and GTS forms from 1977 to 1985 before being replaced by the 328.
Sold to Mr George Knight on the 22nd April 1981 he went on to keep the car for 13 years until it was purchased Mr H J Marshall, a precision engineer from Manchester. Over the next 20 years ‘329 NE’ became a labour of love as a complete re-build was undertaken with the owner even building a new garage to carry out the work in!
Offered here is not only the preferred carburettor model but also the dry sumped variant. Manufactured in 1979 this original UK right hand drive car has covered a genuine 28601 miles. It was first registered to Cooper Car Sales Ltd in Leicester on the 5th April 1979 since which time it has had 5 previous keeps, two of which were dealers.
Supplied with a UK V5c, fresh MoT and the private registration ‘329 NE’, this resplendent dry sumped, steel bodied, carburettor 308 GTB is ready to grace the roads again for the first time in 20 years.
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Registration: 329 NE Chassis Number: 26815 Engine Number: F10GA02101185 Year of Manufacture: 1979 Estimate (£): 50,000 - 60,000
In 2013 the love affair was over. The car was at this stage 95% complete including new interior, a bare metal respray, suspension and brakes. The respected Ferrari specialists ‘QV London’ were commissioned to complete the final stages in May 2014, which included a 6000 mile service, all belts and tensioners, oils and a steering and suspension nut and bolt check.
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“Fools! They’ve missed a zero from the guide price.” I hear you say. Well we haven’t, read on and we’ll explain. Most of you reading this will be aware of the exploits of the Bentley Boys and of the cars they raced. Now getting very hard to find, and with a price tag that reflects this, ownership of original cars is restricted to only the very privileged. Allow us to introduce a vehicle that can turn as many heads, is easier to drive, own & maintain, and could be snapped up here for around a tenth of the price. Interested? You should be! After the Second World War Bentley launched the Mark VI as a steel bodied, luxury sports saloon but with chassis’ continuing to be supplied to many coachbuilders
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who offered a variety of saloons, coupes and convertibles. Coachbuilders often favoured the use of aluminium as steel available then was often of very poor quality due to the government’s strict post-war controls. It was this poor quality steel that has rendered many a Mark VI beyond restoration, a fact not missed by a gentleman from South Wales, Mr Perris Edwards. Realising that the chassis and many of the mechanical components were very hardy and beautifully engineered, an idea came to Perris which has, after years of development, resulted in the vehicle you see here today.
From this idea Racing Green Engineering was established. Perris together with his son-in-law, Nigel Holmes set about creating a coach building business to build new Bentleys akin to the Mulliner’s and Gurney Nutting’s of the day. The concept was simple, use the chassis and some of the mechanical components of the rapidly deteriorating Mark VI steel bodied cars, completely recondition the usable parts as new, and combine them with new coach-built aluminium bodies in the pre-war style. The first car was built in the early nineties, and the factory in Llanelli, South Wales has now built over 100 vehicles with varying body styles. With a full order book the lead time for a car to
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be built is now measured in years. We are delighted to be able to offer a high spec vehicle that was only completed earlier this year and has covered less than 200 miles since build. Chassis B10 EY was supplied new on the 22nd February 1949 by Charles Attwood & Son Ltd of Stafford St. Wolverhampton to Mr. Godfrey F. Bate of William Bate Ltd. and bearing the registration number DDH 555. Fitted with a Bentley Motors standard-steel body the car was later imported to New Zealand in 1964 where it stayed until it’s repatriation in 2011. A prime candidate for the “Racing Green treatment” the current owner sent the car to the factory to commence work. The gearbox, chassis, suspension and rear axle were stripped and reconditioned as new with the classic “Speed 8” body style being chosen for the coachwork. Again, I hear your cry -”don’t you mean Speed 6?”
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1949 Bentley speed 8
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Registration: DDH 555 Chassis Number: B10 EY Engine Number: B80-6A-16174 Year of Manufacture: 1949 Estimate (£): 200,000 - 225,000
The engine selected for this car is a 5.7 litre B80 period Bentley straight 8 power-plant (hence Speed 8) and together with a new high ratio rear axle permits speeds over 90 mph. The fully rebuilt 4-speed manual transmission has synchromesh on all gears other than first and reverse and with its outside gear change provides a period but surprisingly comfortable drive. Aside from the high ratio axle other bespoke options for this vehicle include painted cast tail lamps, patinated instrument dials, Flying B mascot on the radiator cap, extended gear change, upgraded klaxons, fishtail exhaust and even heated seats! The vehicle has a full tonneau as well as a retractable hood and the side screens can be fitted as Brooklands aero screens by folding the windscreen frame forward if desired. Although very much at home pottering down English country lanes, many of Racing Green cars have successfully competed in gruelling rallies such as the Peking to Paris without breakdown, a testament to the build quality and resultant reliability of these vehicles. The factory keenly support the vehicles and carry a large inventory of spares which are available through service centres in several countries. So skip the waiting list and jump straight into a high spec “as new” car for a very reasonable price. It is worthy of mention that the DVLA has reissued the original registration mark to the car, a “historic” tax disc and it has a current MOT test (although actually unnecessary being pre-1960). Also the fact that the car is built on a Forties chassis rather than one from the early fifties can be quite advantageous for those considering entering rallies. A superb contender for period rallies across the world, and a real nod to Woolf Barnato, Henry Birkin and the famous Bentley Boys.
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The Jaguar XK120 is a sports car which was manufactured by Jaguar between 1948 and 1954. It was launched in roadster form at the 1948 London Motor Show as a test bed and show car for the new Jaguar XK engine. It caused a sensation, which persuaded Jaguar founder and design boss William Lyons to put it into production. The “120” in its name referred to its 120 mph top speed which made the XK120 the world’s fastest standard production car at the time of its launch. Success in motor racing secured the cars future and an icon was born. Today, Jaguar XK’s and particularly 120’s remain well sought-after with expertly restored examples to modern motoring standards commanding significant interest..
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1951 Jaguar XK120 Fixedhead Coupé
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Registration: 673UYE Chassis Number: 679203 Engine Number: W3968-8 Year of Manufacture: 1951 Estimate (£): 65,000 - 80,000
The car offered today has the early style windscreen and was exported to the USA dry state of California. This car was taken off the road in 2007 and given a body off restoration. The car remained unfinished until 2014 when it was brought home to England. Since this time it has been completed to its present well detailed finished condition. The engine has been completely rebuilt and has been uprated in the lubrication system and uses period tuning components. Supplied with UK V5c and current MOT it is ready for use, running smooth and cool. It is a superb example of the most beautiful XK model, the fixedhead coupé.
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Founded by Jean Daninos in 1939, Forges et Ateliers de Construction d’Eure-et-Loir (FACEL) originally specialised in the production of aircraft materials before the outbreak of war in 1939. After World War II, Facel distributed car bodies to Panhard, Simca and Ford France. It would not be until 1954 for Facel to manufacture its own vehicle, the Facel Vega FV, which was unveiled at the Paris Salon in 1954. Crippling legislation after the war shattered any chance for luxurious cars to be manufactured in France, despite this, Jean Daninos wanted to reignite the romance of lavishly glamorous French motoring.
Mechanically, the HK500 was very similar to its predecessors. The chassis was designed by Lance Macklin, a tubular frame featuring independent front suspension coils and wishbones; whilst at the rear, a live axle is held in place by longitudinal semi-elliptic springs. With over 350bhp available from the roaring Chrysler V-8, the HK500 was one of the fastest cars of its day. This meant that sufficient braking-power was required. This car comes equipped with a Dunlop disc braking system that made a dramatic improvement for the HK500 over older Facel models which retained an inferior drum braking system.
Later developments saw the introduction in 1956 of the Facel Vega FVS, further evolving to the all-new HK500 in 1959. The chosen engine to power the next chapter in Facel history was the most famous of them all, the 383 cubic inch V-8, which produced a thundering 360bhp and claimed a top speed of 147mph. Through this outstanding combination of alluring styling and significant power, the Facel Vega HK500 legend was born.
Now freshly restored by the respected workshops of Byrnes Motor Trust Restoration, Inc. this immaculate example is to be entered for the GT Class of the Salon Privé Concours D’Elegance 2014 before going under the hammer shortly after the judges’ verdict has been announced...
The media were hugely excited with Facel’s latest sports coupé. A Mechanix Illustrated magazine tester, Tom McCahill, said the HK500 was, “Sexier than the Place Pigalle and throatier than a Russian basso; A sporting piece of equipment that looks like money, which is exactly what it costs ($9,795 new). A car to be appreciated as a remarkable and wonderfully satisfying road companion”. Adorned for its charm and style, the Facel Vega HK500 captivated the hearts of the masses, with numerous celebrities such as Dean Martin and Ava Gardner taking ownership of this pinnacle of French elegance. Styling, by Jean Daninos himself, the Facel Vega seamlessly incorporates American styling with French glamour.
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1960 Facel Vega HK500†
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Registration: US Title Chassis Number: HKB E5X Engine Number: TY7-29546 Year of Manufacture: 1960 Estimate (£): 145,000 - 165,000
Resplendent in gleaming Silver with black leather seats, this capable GT is laden with sports clocks and unique stainless steel interior items, all correct to original specification. A rich burr walnut effect instrument panel faces the driver as they peer through the famous wraparound windscreen. The 4-speed manual gearbox manages the power from the tremendous V8 expertly, whilst the power steering provides more comfort and refinement to the driving experience. The Facel Vega HK500 model is amongst one of the most fabulously crafted automobiles of the 1960s and has become an uber-fashionable and much-sought car in recent years. This beautiful example is one of the best having been meticulously restored from the ground up and will make the perfect addition to any classic car collection.
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The BMW Z8 was designed as a styling exercise to evoke and to pay homage to the stunning BMW 507 produced in the late fifties. Because of the sensation it caused at the 1997 Tokyo Auto Show BMW decided to go into production and produced 5703 Z8s from 1999 - 2003 with approximately half going to the USA. Unsurprisingly, as such a beautiful design it received the highest accolade by featuring in the 1999s Bond film, The World Is Not Enough. It was an engineering indulgence by BMW featuring an Aluminum space frame, body and the famous 5 litre DOHC 32-valve V8 engine producing 400 bhp. Situated behind the line of the front axle it gave the Z8 virtually perfect 50/50 weight distribution and out performed its contemporary benchmark rivals in all departments. The Ferrari 360 Modena was left inadequate in terms of performance, handling and braking. Road tests by period magazines frequently better the quoted 0-60 times supplied by BMW and many achieved figures of circa 4 seconds. Most remarkable was its pure driving
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2000 BMW Z8
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Registration: V153 HWA Chassis Number: WBAEJ1343YAH60176 Engine Number: Not Specified Year of Manufacture: 2000 Estimate (£): 110,000 - 130,000
pleasure and its effortless Grand Tourer capabilities. BMWs mantra of ‘The Ultimate Driving Machine’ was not wasted on the Z8. Offered here is a BMW Z8 finished in Titanium Silver Metallic with Soft Leather Sport Red interior and having covered 28,500 miles by two previous owners. The engine bay, underneath and general appearance has the look of a delivery mileage car commensurate to its time in the climates of Texas and California. Originally despatched from Munich Germany to John Roberts BMW of Dallas. The history file shows that it remained with them until April 2008 and had covered only 8,900 miles having had three services. Title was then transferred to only the second USA owner, a Mr. Phil Harvey of California who drove the car for an additional 16,000 miles and entrusted Irvine BMW to conduct a further seven services. It was then exported to the UK. This stunning BMW Z8, with styling cues that hark back to the BMW 507 is a design icon in waiting and at todays reserve represents an opportunity to invest or enjoy an engineering masterpiece. In true BMW fashion it epitomises function with very stylish elegance. This is classic car ownership with retro looks and interior styling but with the refinement and performance that many modern supercars have failed to achieve. The driving experience is further enhanced with the six speed manual gearbox. A limited slip differential was standard equipment. It comes complete with hard top in body colour with stand, automatic black soft top, half tonneau, roll bar hoops cover and wind deflector.
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When Collectible Automobile magazine was looking for a cover Corvette for their June issue in 1992, they eventually found a beautiful red 1960 Corvette that absolutely exploded off the cover. We are proud to be able to offer this Magazine cover quality car today. Since its fifteen minutes of fame this car has been pampered like a movie star and maintained to exacting standards. The red and white color combination that presented so well on the magazine cover presents every bit as well on the road and in the drive way. The paint remains shinny and smooth. The chrome and trim are in topnotch condition rounding out a truly stunning piece of American motoring art. The Red interior space is nearly flawless having clearly been used sparingly. The Red leather seats show
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1960 Chevrolet Corvette †
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Registration: NA Chassis Number: 00867S108537 Engine Number: Not Specified Year of Manufacture: 1960 Estimate (£): 50,000 - 60,000
almost no wear and have no notable flaws. The interior trim and accents are all in place and present extremely well. The complete interior package in this condition sets this Corvette apart from all the rest. The numbers matching drive train will insure the value of this car for any and all future owners. The 283 cubic inch power plant topped with dual quad carburettors, mated with a four speed manual transmission make this one of the most enjoyable classic rides to slip behind the wheel of. If you are looking for an iconic piece of American design and muscle give this Chevrolet a close inspection! † Offered for auction by a notable collector from the USA, buyers are advised that it may attract import tax at the prevailing rate, subject to the country of it’s final destination.
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1951 Cadillac Limousine – Ex-Argentine President Juan Domingo & Eva Peron†
Offered by its privateer owner having been on longterm loan to the Eva Peron Museum (Museo Evita) in Buenos Aires, Argentina we are delighted to offer for sale this most significant of State Limousines, that of Argentine President Juan Domingo and Eva Perón. A great icon of popular culture as well as history, María Eva Duarte de Perón, will always be affectionately remembered as Evita. Her life story was most famously told in the Andrew Lloyd Webber musical Evita, as well as the 1996 film of the same name starring Madonna and Antonio Banderas. Eva’s rise from aspiring actress to political supremo and Spiritual Leader of Argentina began in 1944, in Buenos Aires, where she met Colonel Juan Perón. The couple were married in 1945 and Juan Perón was elected President of Argentina in 1946. During the couple’s time in office, Eva became a champion of the working class as well as women in Argentina, founding the nation’s first large-scale
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Registration: Non-EU Chassis Number: 517557236 Engine Number: 517557236 Year of Manufacture: 1951 Estimate (£): 200,000 - 260,000
female political party, the Female Peronist Party and supporting low income families. Over the next few years she built up swathes of support, leading for calls for her to become Vice-President. Her declining health meant that she could never truly make a challenge for the Vice-Presidency and she sadly died of cancer at the age of 33 in July 1952. More than three million people lined the streets of Buenos Aires at her funeral, proving her significance and popularity. This fabulous 1951 Cadillac served faithfully as the official state limousine of the Peron presidency and has been proudly displayed at the Museo Evita for a number of years. There are many images of the President with the car and he and Eva in the rear seats en route to a state function. The owner has decided the time has come to part with this important treasure and the concours lawn of Salon Privé where the car will be shown and accompanying Silverstone Auctions sale is the chosen outlet. The car has recently arrived on UK shores and discovered within was a glorious jewel from one of Eva’s dresses which accompanies the sale of this car. The helpful staff of Museo Evita are very kindly trying to establish which item of clothing this jewel has come from. The opportunity to own such a unique motorcar from a very poignant period in South American history is a very special proposition and one which cannot be overlooked. We anticipate significant global interest when this Cadillac is offered under the hammer. †Interested parties should note that import duty at the prevailing rate is applicable to the purchase price of this vehicle if it remains in the EU.
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In 1995, Bentley commenced production of the Turbo S, a strictly limited production of just 75 cars for all world markets which consisted of 60 saloons, 13 coupe, and 2 other special models. At 385bhp it was fitted with the most powerful production engine Bentley had ever produced, thanks to a bigger turbocharger, intercooler, Bosch fuel injection and digital ignition. Performance was sensational for an almost 3 tonne car: 0 - 60 in 5.8 seconds, and a top speed limited to 155 mph, and to cope, the cars were fitted with viscous differentials, traction control, and wider tyres on special 17” alloy wheels. The sales brochure for the new Turbo S exclaimed that “For a select few, the Bentley Turbo S provides a driving experience that can only be described as extraordinary”. Supplied new to its first owner, the Brunei Royal Household, in May 1995 direct from Bentley Motors Ltd, this car carries engine number 73 of the 75 made. It is finished in original Masons Black with Magnolia hide, whilst also including optional extras such as wiring for radio/telephone, sports style seats, special darkstained burr walnut throughout, and full privacy glass, all as confirmed by the accompanying copies of the full original build sheets from the Crewe factory. The accompanying service history is equally detailed: first serviced at 844 miles in November 1995 by the Rolls Royce Service Centre of North Acton, London, then Rolls Royce of Park Royal through to 1999, stamping the service book at yearly intervals regardless of mileage. From 2002 the service book shows the car was serviced at Jack Barclay Bentley Service Centre, first at Nine Elms and latterly at Wandsworth, with later invoices to support. The history
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1995 Bentley Turbo ‘S’
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Registration: M976 XOU Chassis Number: SCBZT05C2SCH56860 Engine Number: 100L410M/TKS Year of Manufacture: 1995 Estimate (£): 40,000 - 50,000
file also includes every tax disc since the car was new. The vendor (and second owner) selected this car as being perfect for the Bentley Drivers Club “Europe by Bentley” tour in May this year as it represents luxury travel with incredible performance. Before purchasing the car in late 2013, the current vendor commissioned marque specialist Tim Milbank of Pride & Joy Classic Cars to carry out a full and in depth report, in which he stated that “the car drove well on the road and the low mileage has preserved the paint and leather superbly for a car of this year.” He also stated that “the vehicle is sound underneath, the rear is well presented and the original Bentley Motors sticker is still in place.” Following purchase, recommissioning work (required due to minimal use over 18 years) was undertaken by Tim Milbank (including the all-important hydraulic service with renewal of the spheres), and also by Phantom Motors, costing in excess of £10,000 before the vendor departed on the 4-week tour in May. The car performed faultlessly and beyond expectation for the 3200 miles, and upon return it not only won its class at the BDC Annual Concours, it also won the award for the Best Crewe Car, the only turbocharged saloon ever to have done so. Presented in lovely condition, ready to be enjoyed, and reading just 16,564 miles, with MOT until February 2015 and tax until June 2015, this exclusive Bentley is surely an investment too good to resist with ‘future classic’ status already confirmed. Please note that the registration number VC 4444 as depicted is not included in the sale of this lot.
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1959 Porsche 356 A Coupé
Porsche introduced the 356A at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September 1955 which thoroughly updated their 356 line-up of coupes, cabriolets and speedsters. Major changes were the 1600 cc engine, curved screen and revised suspension. Ruetter remained the coachbuilder. Tyre technology was improving which better suited suspension changes and higher fuel octanes allowed better performance. From the outside the 356A was only slightly different, wider tyres, a rubber strip below the doors and the curved screen marked the changes. The interior now received a flatface dashboard, locking glove box and a radio. Other appointments included headlight flasher, automatic interior lighting and self cancelling indicators. Supplied new by AFN Ltd on 9th April 1959, this beautiful right-hand drive ‘A’ Coupe is finished in Fashion Grey with red leather seats. Supplied with 15 inch wheels with chrome nub caps, push button radio, cigarette lighter, tool kit and jack, this attractive little sports car has been
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Registration: 807 YUA Chassis Number: 107134 Engine Number: P65126 Year of Manufacture: 1959 Estimate (£): 80,000 - 90,000
beautifully restored. Bills in the history file show the car was restored between 2010-2012 and has covered very few miles since. A letter of authenticity from Porsche also confirms the car’s identity and the history file even boasts original 356 A promotional literature and an original owner’s manual. Lightweight, with very nimble handling characteristics, the 356 proved to be very popular and also enjoyed significant success in motor sport over the years. It is extremely rare to get the opportunity to buy a UK supplied RHD 356 A and this in combination with the very attractive colour scheme and exceptional condition makes this a very desirable Porsche indeed. A full condition report will be made available to perspective buyers from marque experts Paragon Porsche, detailing both the mechanical and aesthetic condition of this vehicle. An elegant and sophisticated choice for any discerning Porsche collector, this 356 can be driven away from the auction.
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The Mercedes-Benz was manufactured since 1954 and the designation SL derives from the German ‘Sport Leicht’ or ‘Sport Light’ and was first applied to the 300SL ‘Gullwing’ named after the upward-opening doors. The term SL-Class refers to the marketing variations of the vehicle, including the numerous engine configurations spanning five design generations. The Mercedes-Benz R107 and C107 automobiles were produced from 1971 through to 1989, being the second longest single series ever produced by Mercedes-Benz, after the G-Class. The R107 took the chassis components of the mid size W114 model and mated them to the larger engines from the S-Class (W116). The SL variant was a two seat convertible/roadster with standard soft top, hardtop and optional foldable seats for the rear bench. This 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500SL (107) Convertible has covered an incredible 955 miles from new. The car retains its original running in label on the steering wheel, along with unused spare wheel, medical
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1989 Mercedes-Benz SL500 (107) Auto
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Registration: 338 GGC Chassis Number: WDB1070462A100977 Engine Number: 11796422004278 Year of Manufacture: 1989 Estimate (£): 55,000 - 65,000
kit and tool kit. Presented in ‘as new’ condition, the black bodywork is in exemplary condition, as is the pristine cream leather interior. The 4,973cc V8 engine fires on the button and, as one would expect, is very smooth. Factory specifications include heated seats, air conditioning and both hard and soft tops. This car is the lowest mileage example brought onto the market in recent years and offers an irresistible opportunity to any collector. Welcome at any number of concours events, this 500SL needs to be seen to be believed. The car will be supplied with a fresh MoT test certificate and all accompanying manuals, service book and documentation. The term ‘time-warp’ is often used in the classic car industry, however, rarely does a vehicle come along that truly lives up to that label. Buyers should be aware that the private number plate 338 GGC is included in the sale.
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Aston Martin revived the dormant Lagonda name in 1961 with the luxurious Rapide four-door saloon - a car that was very much David Brown’s personal project. The Rapide’s sale brochure, which unusually was signed by him personally, stated “It has long been my ambition to build a car which would equally be suitable to drive or be driven in...” Beneath the Superleggera aluminium coachwork by Touring of Milan was a lengthened DB4 chassis reconfigured to accept De Dion rear suspension, the adoption of which allowed rear compartment space to be maximised. Powered by a 4.0 litre 236bhp version of the DB4’s twincam six that would later power the DB5, the Rapide certainly lived up to its name with brisk acceleration and a 130+mph top speed. Dual circuit, servo assisted disc brakes restrained the performance, while interior fittings included electric windows, picnic tables to the rear, filler cap remote opening a radio as standard and an electric aerial. Just 55 units were produced almost all of which were equipped with Borg Warner three speed automatic transmission. Production ceased in 1964. A copy of the build sheet for LR/125/R shows that it was supplied through Francis Motors to the first owner, Doctor Hugh Davies of London WC2. The only mediation from standard by the factory was the deletion of picnic tables for the back of the front seats, presumably to increase leg room in the rear. The car then changed owners becoming the property of Dalton Peanuts in London before moving to Scotland under the ownership of the Reid family where it was passed from Arthur Reid to Alan Reid From Scotland it moved to Wales and its new owner was a Creighton Griffiths in Cardiff in 1968 who owned the car until 1974 when it passed to Mr Harry Brook in Hertfordshire.
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1963 Aston Martin Lagonda Rapide
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Registration: 280 HYL Chassis Number: LR/125/R Engine Number: 400/125 Year of Manufacture: 1963 Estimate (£): 100,000 - 125,000
The Lagonda Rapide remained within the Brook family from 1974 to 2011 passing from Harry to his son Peter. The car was taken off the road in 1986 and was barn stored until 2011, when it was sold to our vendor. Since acquiring the car many hours and considerable monies have been spent with marque specialist, Chicane Classics, to ensure the smooth and reliable running of the engine and mechanicals. This included the fitment of twin SU carburettors in place of the less efficient and unreliable Solex carburettors, the result as you might expect from the 4 litre twin cam 6-cylinder engine is a purposeful power delivery propelling the car to speed and shifting accurately through the gears. In the interior you will find professionally retrimmed seats front and rear which have been completed tastefully and to a high standard in Black leather befitting the car. The wood is in good order, but in our opinion, the carpets should be replaced and the modern stereo unit exchanged for something more of the period. The front electric windows work perfectly, but the rear windows do not. To the exterior the Superleggera body shows a handsome patina of age but is in all-round good order. The ‘patina’ on the paint however would need rectification if it was a show winner you sought. As it is, we would be proud to own and use this car without attending to the Caribbean Blue Pearl paintwork despite some flat spots and light bubbling. Supplied with original buff log book, a copy of factory build sheet, previous history and recommissioning invoices from Chicane Classics, this handsome Gentleman’s Express - essentially a long wheelbase DB4 - can be enjoyed as is or improved as you own. Either way, a must-have collector car admired for its bravery in period, but rewarded for its rarity today.
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Introduced in May 1961 the Jaguar E-type 3.8 FHC was a sensation with classic good looks and performance unrivalled at the price. Often heralded as the most beautiful car of all time Jaguar, not surprisingly, made no significant changes till the introduction of the 4.2 engine in October 1964. Additionally they incorporated an all syncromesh gearbox, increased legroom and better torque from the new capacity engine. This resulted in the best driving E-type and now Grand Tourer to match the best being produced by its rivals. CJX 869C was built on the 25th January 1965 and supplied by Henlys of London on the 5th February 1965. It was sold new to H.Harris Textiles in its original rare colour of Opalescent Silver Grey. This original righthand drive UK car boasts a Jaguar heritage certificate confirming the engine, body and frame are all matching. The previous owner acquired this Fixedhead Coupé in 2002 and there are invoices showing the car had an extensive rebuild in 2002. The floor pans were replaced, doors re-skinned, new petrol tank, boot floor, stainless exhaust system, rear brakes and suspension rebuilt. The car was then re-painted in Opalescent Silver Blue. There are bills for the rebuild that total over £25,000 and the work was completed in May 2004 at 27,995 miles.
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1965 Jaguar E-Type Series I 4.2 Litre Fixedhead Coupé
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Registration: CJX 869C Chassis Number: 1E20225 Engine Number: 7E2503/9 Year of Manufacture: 1965 Estimate (£): 65,000 - 80,000
Now reading 28,674 miles, over the last 10 months the current owner decided to complete a comprehensive rebuild programme to get the car up to his fastidious standard. The body was painted back to its original colour of Opalescent Silver Grey and the interior retrimmed in fine red leather, as per original specification. The car has been restored sympathetically, retaining as many original parts as possible. The front suspension and braking system have been rebuilt, new headlights fitted, with new chrome bumpers, new air filter, Kenlowe fan and chrome wire wheels. Mechanically, the carburettors have been rebuilt and engine checked over with core plugs replaced and general tuning carried out. Finished in superb order throughout, this most desirable of E-Types is now ready to be enjoyed by its next owner with a fresh MoT test certificate and road tax. The Series 1 4.2 Fixedhead Coupé is seen by many as the most desirable E-Type to own and use, with the reliable 4.2 powerplant and purest of body lines, this example is an ideal first classic for the discerning enthusiast.
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There were three distinct 330GT 2+2 body styles all made with 4 Litre V-12 engine totaling 1,137 cars including prototypes. The first of the series was a continuation of the 250GT/E body but fitted with the new higher-output engine. These are known as 330GT America cars. Just 50 examples of this model were made and all were in left hand drive. The second was a new body style by Pininfarina, commonly known as a Series 1 with a four headlight design being the distinct feature. The final body style for the 330GT, the Series II, saw a redesign of the front end, changing from four headlights to two and Ferrari included the fitment of a more usable 5-speed transmission, which dispensed the need for an overdrive unit as found on the series 1. The fantastic Gioacchino Colombo designed high output 300bhp engine was fitted to all 300GT series, adorned with triple Weber 40DCZ/6 carburettors. This combination took the vehicle from 0-100km in just 6.3 seconds. Clearly one of the fastest cars of the early/ mid sixties era.
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1966 Ferrari 330 GT 2+2 Series II
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Registration: HDE 112D Chassis Number: 8421 Engine Number: Not Specified Year of Manufacture: 1966 Estimate (£): 130,000 - 150,000
This car Chassis number 8421 from looking at Ferrari resources was first delivered to France via FrancoBritannic Autos Ltd of Paris the exclusive distributor for Ferrari’s in France. It remained in France for the majority of the cars life except for a short period spent in Spain in the early 2000’s before returning back to France. It was then imported into the UK by its Parisian owner who had the car stored in London until it was purchased by our vendor in Summer 2012. It is understood that the engine was rebuilt some 5,000 miles ago whilst in Spain however there is no paperwork to support this. More recently the car has been maintained by GTO Engineering with a substantial invoice of £6,950 from 2011 in the history file along with a service invoice from Bob Houghton of £1,800 from May 2013. This is a lovely example and with the prices of fellow 1960’s V12 Ferrari’s continuing to rise this car looks particularly good value at today’s guide price.
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Launched in 1961 at the Geneva Motor Show, Jaguar created a story with the E-type that just continues to run. Acclaimed by the worlds press it has gone on to provide interesting editorial for a generation ever since. During its fourteen year production run, Jaguar used three power-plants; the 3.8, 4.2 litre and finally the 5.3 litre V12. The best driving and most nimble derivative arrived in 1967 in the form of the Series 1.5. It came with the carry-over 4.2 litre engine, an all synchromesh gearbox and uprated seating and interior. Chassis number 1E/1883 is a very early departure from the 1st series E-Type and is the 19th right-hand drive roadster off the series 1.5 production line. Built in September 1967, the first month of production for the model, this immaculate matching numbers example has had 6 former registered keepers and has been the subject of a chassis-up nut and bolt restoration. This is supported by a photographic record of the rebuild and bills and receipts for mechanical works, which include: engine, gearbox, axle, brakes, suspension and
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1967 Jaguar E-Type Series 1.5 Roadster
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Registration: PAT 308F Chassis Number: 1E/1883 Engine Number: Not Specified Year of Manufacture: 1967 Estimate (£): 70,000 - 85,000
transmission. There is documentary evidence of over £100,000 being invested in this cherished vehicle by the (late) previous owner between 2007 and 2009. Since this time “it has enjoyed less than 2,000 miles of dry Sundays and Fun-days.” This very rare example represents the absolute best of both worlds, series 1 looks with series 2 mechanical components and reliability. These include all synchromesh gearbox, sunken foot well, wider seats, series 1 bonnet and front grill, triple SU carburettors, one-piece inlet manifold, fluted cam covers, eared hub caps on steel chrome wheels and series 1 centre panel with ignition lock, tumbler switches and starter button. Finished in red with black leather interior and black mohair roof, this stunning E-Type has covered 65,500 miles from new, which is supported by a long MoT and service history dating back to 1978. Chassis number 1E/1883 offers a rare opportunity to drive away in a Jaguar that has both superb provenance and benefits from a most exacting restoration.
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Travel Today, Syon House is the London home of His Grace The 12th Duke of Northumberland and it has been in his family for over 400 years. Surrounded by 200 acres of its own parkland alongside the River Thames, it is hard to believe that Syon is barely 10 miles from central London. Syon Park dates back to 1415, when King Henry V founded two religious houses; one at Shene and one at Twickenham. The Twickenham site however proved unsuitable and the abbey was moved to the site now occupied by Syon House. Construction began in 1426 and by 1431, the first buildings were ready for occupation. It is a wonderful house, full of beauty and magnificence, of great paintings and furniture, with perhaps the finest Robert Adam interior in the country. The entrance to the Great Hall is through the porte-cochere, built in the 1820s, when the exterior walls of the house were resurfaced with Bath stone by the 3rd Duke. Robert Adam’s instructions were ‘to create a palace of GraecoRoman splendour’. The contrast between the Great Hall and the Ante Room is startling. Here the vivid colourings are enhanced by the twelve Ionic columns veneered with verd-antique scagliola, obtained by James Adam in 1765 in Rome. The Dining Room was the first of the state rooms to be finished in 1763 and with its arched recesses, apses, half domes and colunbnar screens, it is quintessentially Adam. The wall hangings of crimson Spitalfield silk in the Red Drawing Room were re-woven in the 1820s. The Long Gallery was planned by Adam for the particular delight of the ladies; in his own words ‘finished in a style to afford variety and amusement’. The centrepiece of the Gardens is the Great Conservatory, arguably the finest surviving garden building of its era. The central dome and specimen
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plants within give the air of a 19th century conservatory, while allowing flexibility of space for functions and events.
From Kew Bridge A315 through Brentford, left at traffic lights after Syon Lodge.
Beyond the Great Conservatory lies the lake. It was ‘Capability’ Brown’s intention that this should appear to be a completely natural stretch of water. It is about a quarter of a mile in length and holds a wide variety of fish as well as providing a home for waterfowl.
From Richmond A 316 westbound over Twickenham Bridge, second right on A310 through Isleworth, then on past West Middlesex Hospital, hard right into Park Road, Isleworth.
Directions Syon House is located at Syon Park, London Road, Brentford TW8 8JF. It is a mere 7 miles from Central London and can be accessed easily either by road or rail. For those wishing to drive, complimentary parking is available right opposite the entrance to Salon Privé. BY ROAD: Vehicle entrance – Park Road, Isleworth. SATNAV – TW7 6AZ. M4 from West Exit junction 3, right at the roundabout and follow the signs to the A4 and London. Turn right at Gillette/ Homebase traffic lights and follow signs to Syon Park A4 from West Turn right at Gillette/Homebase traffic lights and follow signs to Syon Park
BY RAIL: Syon Lane mainline station is 0.7 miles away, a 15-minute walk from Syon Park, or alternatively, Salon Privé shuttles are available from the main road exit of the station. London Waterloo to Syon Lane takes just under one hour. For further train details please visit www.tfl.gov.uk/ BY UNDERGROUND: District Line to Gunnersbury, 237 or 267 bus to Brentlea Gate bus stop and the pedestrian entrance is 50 yards. Central Line to Ealing Broadway, E2 bus to Brentford Holiday Inn and the pedestrian entrance is 150 yards. Piccadilly Line to Boston Manor, E8 bus to Brentford Holiday Inn and the pedestrian entrance is 150 yards. BY AIR: For international visitors coming in from Heathrow, it is just 5 miles from the airport and therefore approximately 20 minutes by taxi.
From South West M3-A316, left on A310 through Isleworth, on past West Middlesex Hospital, hard right into Park Road, Isleworth M4 from Central London Exit junction 2, go 1 1/4 miles on A4 to Gillette corner, left to Isleworth and Syon House
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Terms & Conditions GENERAL The Salon Privé Sale is a joint venture between Silverstone Auctions Ltd (SAL) and Performance Events Ltd (SP). The ‘Auction’ is solely administered by SAL and therefore SAL terms and conditions apply. The following Terms (“Terms”) together with such other terms, conditions and notices as may be set out in any relevant catalogue apply to all sales by Silverstone Auctions Limited (“SAL”) at auction or within 14 days after the auction. No alteration to the Terms will be binding unless accepted by SAL in writing. The Terms are subject to amendment by SAL provided it is reasonable for it do so by the posting of notices or by oral announcement made by the Auctioneer prior to or during the sale. Nothing in the Terms shall affect the statutory rights of a consumer. Additional information applicable to the Auction may be set out in the Catalogue for the Sale, in an insert in the Catalogue and/ or in a notice displayed at the Auctions and you should read them as well. Announcements affecting the Auction may also be given out orally before and during the Auction without prior written notice. You should be alert to this possibility of changes especially if bidding by telephone and ask in advance of bidding if there have been any. SAL acts solely for and in the interests of the Seller. SAL’s job is to sell the Lot at the highest price obtainable at the Auction to a Buyer. SAL does not act for Buyers in this role and does not give advice to Buyers. When SAL or its employees makes statements about a Lot or it is doing that on behalf of the Seller of the Lot. Buyers who are themselves not expert in the Lots are strongly advised to seek and obtain independent advice on the Lots and their value before bidding for them. DEFINITIONS 1. In these Terms: 1.1 “Auction” means the auction sale in respect of which a Lot is consigned for sale.
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1.14 “Reserve” means the minimum Hammer Price agreed between SAL and the Seller at which a Lot may be sold. 1.15 “Sale Proceeds” means the net amount due to the Seller being the Hammer Price less the Seller’s Commission and VAT, Expenses and any other amount due to SAL from the Seller. 1.16 “Seller” means the person who offers the Lot for sale, whether as agent or principal. 1.17 “Seller’s Commission” shall have the meaning given in clause 10. 1.18 “VAT” means Value Added Tax applicable at the prevailing rate from time to time. 1.19 “Working Day” means any day (other than a Saturday and Sunday) at which clearing banks in the city of London are open for the transaction of normal sterling banking business. 2.
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or where a Lot, or part of a Lot, may be on view from time to time) except for death or personal injury, damage or loss caused by the negligence of or other breach of duty by SAL, its employees or agents in the ordinary course of their duties to SAL. 5. Lots 5.1 The Catalogue contains details about each Lot. The description printed in the Catalogue is given on behalf of the Seller, and may contain SAL’s opinion about the Lot, but in any event is not a contractual representation or warranty by SAL. 5.2 Photographs, Illustrations and diagrams contained in the Catalogue are for identification purposes only. They may not show the true condition and colour, (which may be inaccurately reproduced) of the Lot. 5.3 Lots are available for inspection prior to the Sale and it is for any potential bidder to satisfy themselves as to each and every aspect of a Lot, including its authorship, condition, provenance, history, background, authenticity, style, period, age, suitability, quality, roadworthiness (if relevant), origin, value and estimated selling price (including the Hammer Price). 5.4 Each Lot is sold by its respective Seller to the Buyer. Lots are sold to the Buyer on an “as is” basis, with all faults and imperfections. 5.5 The actual condition of a Lot may not be as good as that appears by its outward appearance. In particular, parts may have replaced or renewed and Lots may not be authentic or of satisfactory quality; the inside of a Lot may not be visible and may not be original or may be damaged, as for example where it is covered by upholstery or material. Given the age of many Lots they may have been damaged and/or repaired and you should not assume that a Lot is in good condition. 5.6 Any person who physically interferes with, scratches or damages the Lot in any way (at, before or after the Auction) will be held liable for the loss so caused. 5.7 The Seller is responsible for delivering the Lot in a presentable and saleable condition. If additional cleaning is required it will be charged for by SAL to the Seller as an Expense. 5.8 If a Lot is not sold at Auction, SAL will for the next 14 days be entitled exclusively to negotiate a sale of the Lot on terms agreed with the Seller and as Seller’s agent, and if successful will be entitled to charge the Seller’s Commission and Expenses. 5.9.1 The Seller gives SAL the full and absolute right to photograph and illustrate any Lot placed in its hand for
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10. Commission and Expenses 10.1 SAL shall be entitled to deduct from the Hammer Price and retain an amount equal to 5% of the Hammer Price for vehicles and 10% for automobilia and lifestyle goods or such other sum agreed by SAL in writing (“Seller’s Commission”) plus VAT together with Expenses and any other sums due from the Seller to SAL. 10.2 The Seller acknowledges SAL’s right to retain the Buyer’s Premium payable by the Buyer. 11. Insurance 11.1 Only on payment of the Purchase Price in cleared funds shall title in the Lot pass from the Seller to the Buyer. However, the risk in the Lot passes to the Buyer on the fall of the hammer. It is therefore, the responsibility of the Seller to insure the Lot before the hammer falls and the responsibility of the Buyer to insure the Lot after the hammer falls. 11.2 SAL will not be responsible for any damage to or the loss or destruction of a Lot unless caused by the negligence of or other breach of duty by SAL, its employees or agents in the ordinary course of their duties to SAL and the Seller shall compensate SAL in full in respect of all other claims and proceedings brought against SAL in respect of any loss or damage to or destruction of the Lot. 11.3 SAL will not be liable for any injury, loss or damage caused by any Lot or by the Seller’s negligence of SAL, its employees or agents in the ordinary course of their duties to SAL. The Seller shall compensate SAL in full in respect of all claims and proceedings brought against SAL in respect of injury, loss or damage caused by any Lot or by the Seller’s negligence or breach of any obligation under the Terms. 12. Payment of Sale Proceeds 12.1 Subject to SAL’s right of retention under Clause 3.2 and other provisions of this Clause 12, SAL shall pay the Sale Proceeds to the Seller not later than 14 Working Days after the Auction provided that the Purchase Price has been received in full by SAL. Unless an alternative method of payment has been agreed by SAL in writing, payment shall be made by telegraphic transfer. In the event of an unsettled
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together with Expenses. The estimated value shall be the mid value estimated in the Catalogue. 14. Removal and Storage 14.1 The Seller shall arrange for the removal of any unsold Lot by 2pm the next working day following the Auction or by such other time as agreed by SAL. 14.2 Failure to remove any unsold Lot pursuant to clause 14.1 above will entitle SAL to charge the Seller a removal charge, storage fees, insurance and other expenses and any costs incurred at the following rates: Motor Vehicle: Removal - £195 plus VAT Storage - £10 per day plus VAT Automobilia: Removal – £25 plus VAT Storage – £5 per day plus VAT 15. The Buyer 15.1 The Buyer shall be the highest bidder at the Hammer Price. Any dispute as to any bid shall be settled by the Auctioneer at his absolute discretion. 15.2 Every bidder shall be deemed to act as principal, unless prior to the commencement of the Auction there is a written acceptance by SAL that a bidder acts on behalf of his principal and the true identity of the principal is noted on the registration form. 16. Buyer’s Premium The Buyer shall pay the Buyer’s Premium to SAL and the Buyer acknowledges that SAL may also receive the Seller’s Commission due to SAL under Clause 10. 17. Payment 17.1 Once a lot is sold, the Purchase Price shall become immediately payable to SAL. 17.2 Full payment for all Lots must be made to SAL by 5:00pm the next Working Day. Payment can only be accepted in GBP. For security reasons, payments by Debit or Credit card (VISA/ Mastercard) will only be accepted where the cardholder is present. Credit Card Payments are subject to a 1.76% surcharge. Business debit and credit cards are subject to a 2% charge. Bank details as follows Bank: Handelsbank, Birmingham branch Account Name: Silverstone Auctions Ltd Sort: 40-51-62 Account Number: 15541813 IBAN: GB46HAND40516215541813 BIC: HANDGB22
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amount due as remains unpaid after the date of and time referred to in clause 17.2; 19.1.3 to retain that or any Lot sold to the same Buyer at the same or any other auction of SAL and to release it only after payment of the total amount due; 19.1.4 to apply any money due or to become due to the defaulting Buyer in or towards settlement of the total amount due and to exercise a charge or lien on any property of the Buyer which is in SAL’s possession for any purpose. 19.1.5 take such steps as SAL shall at its absolute discretion consider necessary to collect the monies due from the Buyer, and to agree terms for the payment of the Purchase Price; 19.1.6 to rescind the sale and refund any monies to the Buyer, or to rescind the sale to the Buyer and to purchase the Lot itself. If it does so, property in the Lot shall pass to SAL on its election and SAL shall remit the Purchase Price to the Seller within 14 Working Days of its election less the Seller’s Commission, Expenses and sums due to SAL which would have been payable had the contract not been rescinded; 19.1.7 to appoint a solicitor and/or other agent to pursue any of the courses of action referred to in this clause 19, and the Seller hereby authorises SAL to take any of the courses referred to in this clause, including the issue and prosecution of proceedings on the Seller’s behalf, and to settle claims and/or proceedings made by or against the Buyer on such terms as the Seller shall instruct, or in the absence of instruction s on such terms as SAL shall at its absolute discretion think fit. 19.2 If the Buyer fails to make payment within 14 days after the date and time referred to in clause 17.2, SAL shall at its absolute discretion and without prejudice to any other rights it may have, be entitled to re-sell the Lot or cause it to be resold by public auction or private sale, and, if this results in a lower price being obtained, the defaulting Buyer shall then pay to SAL any deficiency, together with re-sale costs and any costs incurred in connection with the Buyer’s failure to make payment and any surplus shall belong to the Seller. 19.3 If the Lot is not taken away on the date and time referred to in clause 17.2, whether or not the Purchase Price has been paid, SAL shall remove, store (either at SAL’s premises or elsewhere) and insure the Lot at the expense of the Buyer and only release the Lot after payment of the total amount due.
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Title Aston Martin DB6 Mk.II Volante Aston Martin Lagonda Rapide Austin Healey 3000 BJ7 Mk.II Austin Healey ‘Genuine’ Factory 100M Le Mans Roadster Bentley 4½ Litre Blower - SM3925 Bentley Mk.V Bentley R-Type Continental Fastback Bentley S1 Continental Park Ward Two-Door Sports Saloon (Restored) Bentley S1 Continental Park Ward Two-Door Sports Saloon (Unrestored) Bentley S1 Saloon Bentley Speed 8 Bentley T1 Saloon Bentley Turbo ‘S’ BMW Z8 Cadillac Limousine - Ex-Argentine President Juan Domingo & Eva Peron Chevrolet Corvette Ducati 900 Mike Hailwood Replica Ducati 900 SS ‘Darmah’ Facel Vega HK500 Facel Vega II Ferrari 250 GT Pininfarina Series II Coupé Ferrari 250 GT/L ‘Lusso’ Ferrari 308 GTB Ferrari 308 GTSi Ferrari 330 GT 2+2 Series II Ferrari 365 GT4 Berlinetta Boxer
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Lot Number 119 118 120 116 117 104 156 125 154 103 131 145 124 110 109 122 127 126 152 105 101 151 137 138 114 113 134 140 130 102
Year 1971 1973 2001 1991 1997 1967 1967 1961 1965 1989 1953 1951 1950 1960 1951 1968 1972 1962 1989 1954 1967 1959 1962 1972 1973 1931 1970 1926 1951 1944
Title Ferrari 365 GTS/4 Daytona Spyder Ferrari 365 GTB/4 Daytona Ferrari 550 Barchetta Pininfarina Ferrari F40 Ferrari F50 Fiat Dino Spider by Pininfarina Jaguar E-Type Series 1.5 Roadster Jaguar E-Type Series I 3.8 Roadster Jaguar E-Type Series I 4.2 Litre Fixedhead Coupé Jaguar XJS V12 Convertible Jaguar XK120 Drophead Coupé Jaguar XK120 Fixedhead Coupé Jaguar XK120 Roadster Jaguar XK150 3.8S Fixedhead Coupé Jowett Jupiter Special by Coachcraft Lamborghini Miura P400 Lotus Elan Sprint Drophead Lotus Elite Series II Coupé Mercedes-Benz SL500 (107) Mercedes-Benz 170SD ‘Fangio’ Service Truck Morris Mini Cooper S Mk.I 1275cc Porsche 356A Coupé Porsche 356B T6 Super 90 Cabriolet Porsche 911 2.4 S Coupé Porsche 911 2.4 S Targa Pur Sang Bugatti Type 51 Range Rover - Chassis #001 Rolls-Royce Phantom I Sedanca by Knibbs & Parkyn Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn Coupé by Pininfarina Willys MB Jeep with Trailer
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1954 Bentley R-Type Continental Fastback • £900,000 - £1,100,000
1963 Ferrari 250 GT/L ‘Lusso’ • £1,750,000 - £2,000,000
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