23rd February 2019
Race Retro Classic Car Sale 2019 Stoneleigh Park, Coventry, CV8 2LZ
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Auction Timetable
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Viewing:
22nd February 2019 09:30 - 17:30 23rd February 2019 09:30 - 13:00
Auction:
23rd February 2019 Automobilia & Watches - 10:30 Cars - 13:00
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Welcome Welcome to Stoneleigh Park for another exciting weekend at Europe’s number one historic motorsport show. We’re delighted to be here in our eighth year as Race Retro’s official auction partner and my team has been exceptionally busy putting together a very special catalogue of impressive and collectable cars over recent weeks. In keeping with the show’s motorsport theme, the sale includes a wonderful variety of highly competitive race cars as well as a stunning selection of rare, classic cars from across the eras. As you browse the lots on offer, be sure to take a closer look at the stunningly beautiful 1972 Ferrari Dino 246GT Coupe which headlines the sale. This has to be one of the most original and unmolested 246GTs anywhere, as well as possibly the only one you’ll ever see in the fabulous and rare Azzuro paint colour. For racing drivers, I’d encourage you to inspect the 1963 FIA Ford Lotus Cortina MK1 in the sale. Built to a very high standard after an extensive restoration, it offers a fantastic opportunity to be in thick of it on some of the most competitive and well-supported grids in historic motorsport, and at an approachable cost. If you’re new to the auction experience and require any assistance or advice, please do not hesitate to speak to a member of the Silverstone Auctions team. We are classics owners and racing drivers just like yourselves, and always on hand to provide assistance throughout the auction process. We also have a fantastic selection of luxury watches, lifestyle items and quality automobilia for auction which are not to be missed. Finally, I would like to say thank you for joining us and enjoy the sale. Unfortunately, I am not able to attend the auction myself, but look forward to seeing you at The Heythrop Classic Car Sale and Sale of British of Marques in May. Happy Bidding!
Nick Whale Managing Director, Silverstone Auctions
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Key Sale Information Please note due to venue restrictions, we need to be clear of the venue by 1pm on Monday 25th February 2019. BUYER’S PREMIUM Buyer’s premium on motor vehicles is 15% (including VAT at 20%) and on automobilia and watches is 24% (including VAT at 20%). Please note that online bidding incurs an additional surcharge of 1% plus VAT for motor vehicles and 3% plus VAT for automobilia and watches.
PAYMENTS All payments are due by 5pm on Monday 25th February 2019. Payment can be made by bank transfer or by debit or credit card in person. Please note we only accept debit card payments up to a maximum of £20,000 and cash and credit card payments up to a maximum of £5,000. Payments made by bank transfer over the weekend will not show in our bank account until the Monday morning.
COLLECTION Full payment must be received by SA before any item is available to be released. All motor vehicles must be collected before midday on Monday 25th February from the Warwick Building, Stoneleigh Park, Stoneleigh, Coventry, CV8 2LZ. Any motor vehicles not collected will be taken to secure storage by E.M. Rogers for £175 plus VAT. Storage will be charged at £10 plus VAT per day from Monday 25th February onwards. Any automobilia lots not collected can be sent to the buyer at the buyer’s expense or can be collected by prior arrangement from our office in Ashorne. Watches can be collected before 5pm on Sunday 24th February. Any watches not collected by this time can be sent to the buyer at the buyer’s expense (£15 per watch in the UK via Royal Mail Special Delivery) or can be collected by prior arrangement from Stratfordupon-Avon.
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Automobilia and Watches Saturday 23rd February 2019 Start: 10:30 Automobilia and Lifestyle: Lots 101 – 195 Watches: Lots 201 – 224
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Automobilia
Lot 101
Lot 102
Michael Schumacher signed photograph.
AA ‘Prescott’ enamelled road sign.
A signed photograph of Michael standing on the podium after winning the United States Grand Prix in 2000 at Indianapolis. Dimensions, 35cm x 45cm, framed and glazed. Estimate: £150 - £200
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Lot 104
Rolls Royce Phantom model by Pocher Italy.
Damon Hill OBE. Artist-signed giclee print
A large scale, hand-built 1932 Rolls Royce Phantom 2 Sedanca Coupe model, manufactured by Pocher - Torino Italy. With full engine and interior detail. Dimensions, 72cm long x 30cm wide x 34cm high, complete with its custom made wooden base and perspex cover. Estimate: £400 - £500
In the Jordan 198 during the wet 1998 Belgian GP. This print is from a limited run of just 100 prints and is captured from a painting by motorsport artist David Johnson. Framed with a Certificate of Authenticity. 61cm x 80cm Estimate: £100 - £200
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Lot 106
Lamborghini wall sign.
Contemporary Bentley ‘Turbo R’ wall clock
An original airbrushed artwork of the Lamborghini logo. Multi-layer, laquered and measuring 82cm x 85cm, in as new condition. Estimate: £200 - £300
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Original ‘Franco’ sign bearing the imprint on reverse. Letters are silk-screen printed. Measuring 94cm x 30cm. Estimate: £250 - £350
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A contemporary wall clock in the form of a Bentley Turbo R speedometer. Printed face and wooden frame all before a quartz movement. 24cm x 24cm. Estimate: £120 - £180
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Automobilia
Lot 107
Lot 108
Gentleman’s Mercedes-Benz themed wristwatch.
Steering wheel and Nomex Balaclava.
A fine, stylish and contemporary, limitededition gentleman’s Mercedes-Benz themed wristwatch by Varens. Stainless steel watch head with accurate analogue quartz movement, Arabic numerals on a black ground and complete with brown leather strap Estimate: £150 - £250
Full size, suede steering wheel hand signed by Nigel Mansell CBE together with a raceused period Nomex balaclava also signed by the 1992 World Champion. Supplied with a Certificate of Authenticity. Estimate: £200 - £300
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Lot 110
Nigel Mansell CBE Goodyear cap and Champagne.
Kneeling Spirit of Ecstasy car mascot.
Nigel Mansell CBE 1992 Formula 1 World Champion, Goodyear cap, hand signed on the peak, brand new with a Certificate of Authenticity. Also, an unopened presentation bottle from Moet et Chandon, hand signed by Nigel Mansell, also with a Certificate of Authenticity. Estimate: £200 - £300
A kneeling Spirit of Ecstasy car mascot, chrome plated and mounted on a polished marble base, dimensions 10cm high. Estimate: £150 - £250
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Lot 111
Lot 112
Personalised registration number ST19 LET
Valentine Rossi LE Print. Signed by the artist
Cherished Registration Number ST19 LET on retention. Estimate: £600 - £800
Limited edition print of Valentino Rossi signed by artist Sue Worthy with a personal comment to Alan Matthews for looking after her car. Alan Matthews was a Dorset-based team owner/ racing car preparer. Framed and glazed. No Reserve
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Automobilia
Lot 113
Lot 114
Ornate Chinese “Foo Dog” car mascot.
Aston Martin-Red Bull Racing wall sign.
An ornate Chinese “Foo Dog” (lion/dragon) car mascot, very unusual with excellent detail. With a chrome base, dimensions 10cm high. Estimate: £150 - £250
Original airbrushed artwork of the current Red Bull F1 logo, multi-layer lacquered and measuring 60cm x 100cm, in as new condition. Estimate: £200 - £300
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Lot 115
Lot 116
A contemporary Esso desk piece
Original German James Bond film poster
A contemporary desk piece in the form of an Esso petrol dispenser. Cast metal and chromed handle. 34cm high. Estimate: £80 - £120
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An original German James Bond film advertising poster for From Russia with Love ‘Liebesgrüße aus Moskau’ c1963, 83cm x 58cm framed and glazed. Estimate: £300 - £500
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Lot 117
Lot 118
‘’Old Bill’’ car mascot.
Mercedes-Benz 300SL “722” model car.
An “Old Bill” motoring mascot made of brass, mounted on a chrome radiator cap, dimensions 15cm high. Estimate: £150 - £250
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A beautiful mirrored base measuring 30cm x 20cm displaying a fabulously detailed model car, hand signed by Sir Stirling Moss, commemorating the Mille Miglia winning 722 Mercedes-Benz 300 SLR driven by Sir Stirling Moss OBE and navigator Denis Jenkinson in 1955, with COA. Estimate: £200 - £300 More Images Lot 118
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Automobilia
Lot 119
Lot 120
Ayrton Senna “Chase at Monaco” signed print.
Original Dino Illuminated Service Sign 1970s
At the sixth round of the season of 1992 at Monaco, Nigel Mansell CBE set fastest lap in practice and lead from pole until just a few laps from the end when he was forced to pit and gifted the lead to the slower Ayrton Senna resulting in an epic “chase” around the tight corners at Monaco, dimensions 50cm x 35cm, framed and glazed. Estimate: £200 - £300
Original Dino Service Sign from the 1970s, as used by Ferrari dealerships and never offered for general sale, in very good condition. This is a truly superb piece of genuine Ferrari automobilia, and it is extremely rare to find one in such good condition. Estimate: £2,500 - £3,000
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Lot 121
Lot 122
5-piece 512TR Luggage Set in Black
Ferrari Panerai Red Dial Clock
Original and complete Schedoni luggage set for the Ferrari 512TR, in very good condition and rare colour of black. 2 Large Luggage Bags, Briefcase, 2 Small Vanity Bags, 5 Dust Bags, 5 Luggage Tags, 4 Key Sets (briefcase has combination so does not require key set). Estimate: £4,500 - £5,500
Extremely rare Ferrari Panerai dealers clock with red dial, which was never offered for sale to the public and to only authorized Panerai dealers. This is a rare opportunity to purchase a large Panerai Ferrari wall clock, perfect for the office or study of any Ferrari enthusiast! Estimate: £1,200 - £1,300
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Lot 124
Sir Jackie Stewart OBE. Artistsigned giclee print.
Shell Pump Nozzle cast paperweight.
From a limited run of just 100 prints. JYS in the winning BRM P261 at Monaco in 1966. Framed and mounted with a Certificate of Authenticity. 61cm x 80cm Estimate: £100 - £200
An unusual Shell Pump Nozzle cast paperweight. Dimensions, height 31cm, width 20cm, in excellent condition. No Reserve
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Lot 126
Bentley Flying ‘B’ paperweight.
Manfred Von Brauchitsch in his Mercedes W125
A chrome-plated Bentley Flying ‘B’ paperweight in as new condition, dimensions, height 14cm, length 20cm. No Reserve
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Lot 128
Tonino Lamborghini Ferruccio 2000 Chronograph.
Giclee print from a painting by Craig Warwick
Swiss-made all stainless steel case and strap, water resistant to 100 metres, scratch-proof Sapphire crystal glass, transparent case back. Available in a limited quantity of 2,000 pieces only, individually numbered 1077/2000. COA and complete with its presentation box in as new condition. Estimate: £500 - £700
A Giclee print depicting Ayrton Senna being interviewed at the European GP weekend at Donington in 1993. The original painting is oil on canvas, and this direct reproduction print measures 82 cms x 56 cms. Estimate: £80 - £120
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Lot 130
Collection of rally-related books.
Ferrari Enzo Schedoni Leather Luggage Set
18 mainly rally-related books from the personal collection of the late Colin Goler Estimate: £100 - £200
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A fine quality coloured lithograph from a painting by R.A. Nockolds. Limited edition (27/ 150) featuring Manfred Von Brauchitsch in his Mercedes W125 at the 1937 Monaco Grand Prix, framed and mounted, 61 x 84cm. Estimate: £250 - £350
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This is an extremely rare luggage set, made specifically for the Ferrari Enzo by Schedoni and presented in very good condition, complete with dust bags. Estimate: £7,000 - £8,000
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Automobilia
Lot 131
Lot 132
Ferrari Panerai Rattrapante Clock
Ayrton at Monaco in 1984. Artistsigned.
Extremely rare Ferrari Panerai Rattrapante dealers clock, which was never offered for sale to the public and to only authorized Panerai dealers. This is a rare opportunity to purchase a large Panerai Ferrari wall clock, perfect for the office or study of any Ferrari enthusiast! Estimate: £1,200 - £1,300
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From a limited run of just 100 prints. Senna on his way to second place in his TolemanHart TG184-2. Framed with a Certificate of Authenticity. 61cm x 80cm Estimate: £100 - £200
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Lot 133
Lot 134
Ayrton Senna cast plaque wall-sign.
Mr Bibendum, nicely polished.
Ayrton Senna’s helmet. Cast plaque wall-sign, dimensions, height 16cm, width 22cm, depth 6mm. No Reserve
Polished Michelin Man standing figure, dimensions, height 42cm, width 22cm, in excellent condition. No Reserve
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Lot 136
1/12 scale Williams FW14B
Armstrong Siddeley Sphinx bonnet mascot.
Period built 1/12 scale Tamiya scale model presented in very good condition, hand signed by Nigel Mansell CBE 1992 Formula 1 World Champion, supplied with CoA. Estimate: £150 - £200
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An Armstrong Siddeley Sphinx bonnet ornament mounted on a wooden base, dimensions 15cm high. Estimate: £150 - £250
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Automobilia
Lot 137
Lot 138
Illuminated Jaguar E-type garage sign
Mercedes W196 Sir Stirling Moss at the British GP 1955
A contemporary illuminated Jaguar E-type garage sign. Oval aluminium body 10cm deep complete with 240v transformer. 46cm wide. Estimate: £250 - £350
A limited edition # 11/150 featuring the Mercedes W196 of Sir Stirling Moss at the British Grand Prix 1955 held at Aintree, framed and mounted, 60cm x 96cm. Estimate: £250 - £350
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Lot 139
Lot 140
Ephemera from the 1996 Monte Carlo Challenge
Jensen Button signed visor & barge board.
Collection of Monte Carlo Challenge ephemera from the personal collection of the late Colin Goler to include an original 1996 Route Book annotated with drivers notes, Rally Pass and Rally Plate. Estimate: £200 - £250
An original Jensen Button signed helmet visor in a glass display case, together with an original carbon fibre main barge board from a Brawn Formula 1 front wing, unpainted, in as new condition. Estimate: £300 - £400
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Lot 141
Lot 142
Spirit of Ecstasy bonnet mascot.
Javan Smith 1/8 scale MercedesBenz W196.
A Spirit of Ecstacy bonnet mascot, chrome plated and mounted on a base, dimensions 15cm high. Estimate: £150 - £250
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A Javan Smith Mercedes- Benz W196, 1/8 scale scratch built model with full cockpit detail, complete with its perspex display case. Dimensions 58cm x 26cm x 23cm and in as new condition. Estimate: £500 - £700
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Automobilia
Lot 143
Lot 144
Lotus logo cast plaque wall-sign.
Personalised registration number. ST19 BOY
A cast Lotus wall-sign in the shape of the classic Lotus-ACBC logo. Diameter 23cm, depth 6mm, in excellent condition. No Reserve
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Cherished registration, ST19 BOY on retention. Estimate: £600 - £800
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Lot 145
Lot 146
‘ Bird with a Ball’ bonnet mascot.
David Coulthard race suit.
A Phoenix with spread wings holding a ball mounted on a radiator cap. Dimensions 15cm high. Estimate: £150 - £200
Used by David Coulthard for promotions, this used Sparco race suit shows plenty of wear, with multiple sponsor patches, used at promotional events, an authentic personal racesuit. Estimate: £500 - £600
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Lot 148
Set of 5 David Wilson limited edition prints.
Coventry Climax ‘FPF’ cylinder head.
A set of five David Wilson limited edition prints of Ferrari to include,2002, Ferrari F2002 print number 1/20, signed by Michael Schumacher.Michael Schumacher, “Seven times World Champion”, number 1/100.2004, Ferrari F2004 print number 1/250.Michael Schumacher, “90 Wins”, number 1/250.2005, Ferrari F2005 print number 1/100.All prints signed by the artist, dimensions, 60cm x 45cm, framed and glazed. Estimate: £550 - £650 More Images Lot 147
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A Coventry Climax FPF engine complete cylinder head to suit; 1957 Cooper T43, 1957/58 Lotus 12, 1958/60 Lotus 16 Climax, 1959 Cooper T51 2467cc FPF, 1960-61 Lotus 18 2495cc FPF, 1960 Cooper T53 2495cc FPF, 1960-63 Lotus 19 2467/2495/2751cc FPF, 1961 Cooper T54 2751cc FPF.The cylinder head has recently had a 150 psi hot and cold pressure test by Cylinder Head Services which it passed and a copy test invoice certificate will be included with the sale. Estimate: £1,300 - £1,500 More Images Lot 148
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Lot 149
Lot 150
Complete Ferrari 275 Pouch Manual Set
Leaping Jaguar motoring mascot.
Original and complete Ferrari 275 pouch set, comprising:All manuals are original and in good condition, and this set would be applicable for any 275 including the GTB, GTS and GTB/4 variants. Estimate: £10,000 - £11,000
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Lot 152
Gulf sign, signed by Derek Bell MBE.
Nigel Mansell CBE signed Ferrari 640 metal cut-out.
30cms diameter metal garage Gulf sign signed by Derek Bell MBE, five times Le Mans winner, with a Certificate of Authenticity. Estimate: £100 - £175
Nigel Mansell CBE signed Ferrari 640 metal cut-out, a full-colour metal mounted photo of the Ferrari 640 as driven and hand signed by “Il Lione”, Nigel Mansell CBE with COA. Estimate: £200 - £300
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Lot 154
Hummingbird motoring mascot.
Donington 1993, signed Schumacher, Hill, Alesi, and Lehto.
A Hummingbird motoring mascot with outstretched wings mounted on a large alloy radiator cap, dimensions 10cm high. Estimate: £150 - £200
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An impressive leaping Jaguar motoring mascot in chrome mounted on a chrome base, dimensions 10cm high. Estimate: £150 - £250
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The opening lap of the European Grand Prix, Donnington 1993. Widely regarded as one of Ayrton Senna’s greatest drives, this photo from lap 1 is signed by Michael Schumacher, Damon Hill OBE, Jean Alesi, and JJ Lehto, framed and glazed, dimensions 45cm x 30cm. No Reserve
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Automobilia
Lot 155
Lot 156
Boxster Concept 1:18 scale diecast model.
‘St Christopher’ Motoring Mascot.
A very rare Porsche main dealership preproduction Boxster Concept 1:18 scale diecast model, mounted on wooden base with inset plaque. Measuring 30cm in length. Complete with original grey branded box. Estimate: £300 - £400
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A St Christopher motoring mascot, with staff and child on the shoulder, chrome plated, mounted on a base, dimensions 12cm high. Estimate: £150 - £250
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Lot 158
Le Mans 1987 Porsche, signed Derek Bell MBE.
Leaping Jaguar motoring mascot display.
A lithographic print of the winning Porsche 962 at Le Mans in 1987, hand signed by Derek Bell, dimensions 45cm x 30cm, framed and glazed. No Reserve
A most unusual Jaguar motoring mascot display, depicting four different-sized chrome plated leaping Jaguars mounted on a polished wooden base with a Jaguar logo below, dimensions 10cm high. Estimate: £150 - £250
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Lot 160
A fine and original watercolour on rag paper
Ayrton Senna signed FIA race ticket and photograph.
A fine and original watercolour on rag paper, featuring a Ferrari 250 SWB GT(C) on the starting grid, signed lower right by the artist Nigel Turner, 65 x 85cm, deep framed and glazed. Estimate: £500 - £800
An Ayrton Senna signed FIA Formula 1 race ticket from the Osterreichring dated 14-16 August 1981, together with a photograph of Ayrton Senna, mounted, framed and glazed, dimensions, 32cm x 44cm. Estimate: £150 - £250
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Lot 162
1998 Imola F1 Grand Prix Banner
Horse and Jockey car mascot.
Approximately 20ft x 16ft Banner from the 1998 Imola Grand Prix. No Reserve
An impressive horse and jockey car mascot with fine detail chromed and mounted on a marble base, dimensions 15cm high. Estimate: £150 - £250
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Lot 164
‘The Taste of Victory’. Signed Sir Stirling Moss OBE.
Original 1970 James Bond promotional poster.
’The Taste of Victory’. A photograph of Sir Stirling Moss refreshing himself after finishing the British Grand Prix in first position at Aintree in 1957, hand signed, dimensions 45cm x 30cm, framed and glazed, with a CoA. No Reserve
An original James Bond promotional poster advertising Ian Fleming’s ‘Thunderball’ and ‘You Only Live Twice’. Dated 1970, 103cm x 68cm, framed and glazed. Estimate: £300 - £500
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Lot 166
F1 Driver’s Helmets and Cars silk screen posters.
Ferrari 330 & 365 GTC/GTS Pouch Set
Silk-screen graphic illustrations of drivers helmets and history of F1 Championship winning cars. Signed by the artist, mounted ready for framing, three items in this collection, dimensions 60cm x 40cm. Estimate: £150 - £200
A complete original 330/365 GTC/GTS owner’s manual set consisting of Owner’s handbook with supplement for the 365 variant, Spare parts catalogue, Leather pouch, 1970 Dealer directory, Magneti Marelli Mabo booklet, Ferrari calling card. Everything is original and this set is correct for all 330 GTC or GTS, and also 365 GTC and GTS. Estimate: £2,500 - £3,000
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Lot 168
Ferrari 250 GTO Wireframe nose ‘Manichino’
Pair of Damon Hill OBE photo studies.
These ‘Manichinos’ were originally used as formers to enable the alloy nose sections to be beaten into shape. Subsequently rescued, restored, and repainted. Wonderful piece of Modena artwork. Estimate: £3,500 - £4,500
A pair of Damon Hill OBE studies, one a black and white limited edition print by Alan Stammers, 121/750, depicting Damon driving his 1996 Williams Renault FW18, signed by Damon and the artist. Together with a colour photographic study of Damon Hill OBE driving his Williams Renault at the British Grand Prix at Silverstone in 1994, dimensions, 1.4m x 82cm and 60cm x 45cm respectively, both framed and glazed. Estimate: £150 - £200
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Lot 170 Extremely rare cast brass ‘Leaping Cat’ mascot. This extremely rare, cast brass ‘leaping cat’ mascot is one of the five original prototype Jaguar mascots as modelled by F. Gordon Crosby and cast by Ercole Parlanti in the late 1930s. This was the actual mascot that was accepted by William Lyons after his famous ‘It looks like a cat shot off a fence’ remark about an earlier Jaguar mascot made by Desmo. Bearing impressed ‘EP’ monogram for Ercole Parlanti and mounted on later wooden presentation base. An important piece. Estimate: £20,000 - £25,000 More Images Lot 169
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McLaren F1 GTR poster, signed Bell, Bell and Wallace. McLaren F1 GTR poster. A lithographic print of the 3rd placed Mclaren F1 GTR “Harrods” car, hand signed by Derek Bell MBE and co-drivers Justin Bell and Andy Wallace, framed and glazed, dimensions 45cm x 30cm, supplied with a COA. No Reserve More Images Lot 171
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Victorious road to paradise, original painting by Colin Carter. An original, oil on canvas painting, “Victorious road to paradise”, by Colin Carter, depicting Nigel Mansell CBE driving his Newman Haas Lola, signed by Nigel, dimensions 1.1mx85cm, framed. Estimate: £300 - £500 More Images Lot 170
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Lot 172
Period-style cast metal Rolls-Royce wall plaque. A contemporary heavy cast metal Rolls-Royce wall plaque. White on blue and measuring 29cm x 18cm. Estimate: £120 - £180
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Lot 174
Ferrari 208 Turbo Schedoni Leather Luggage Set
Ferrari Panerai California Clock
This is an extremely rare, complete Ferrari 208 Turbo luggage set comprising:This set is applicable for only the 208 Turbo, and they rarely come up for sale, especially in this condition complete with all ancillary items. Estimate: £5,500 - £6,500
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John Surtees CBE by David Johnson.
Porsche logo cast wall-sign.
John Surtees CBE, Ferrari limited edition print 12/50, by David Johnson. A pencil sketch of John in the Championship winning 1964 Ferrari 158, hand signed by John Surtees CBE and the artist, dimensions 50cm x 40cm, framed and glazed. No Reserve
A cast Porsche garage wall-sign, hand painted, dimensions 40cm x 30cm. No Reserve
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Lot 178
Ferrari 308/ 328 Schedoni Leather Luggage Set
Sir Stirling Moss OBE. Artist-signed giclee print
Original and complete Ferrari 308 328 Schedoni Luggage Set in superb condition. The set comprises:This set has rarely been used, and it is very rare to find a complete luggage set in this condition, with even the original shoe covers! Estimate: £5,500 - £6,500
Race winner Stirling Moss in the Lotus 18 at Monaco in 1961. This print is from a limited run of just 100 prints. Framed with a Certificate of Authenticity. 61cm x 80cm Estimate: £100 - £200
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Extremely rare Ferrari Panerai California dealers’ clock, which was never offered for sale to the public and to only authorized Panerai dealers. This is a rare opportunity to purchase a large Panerai Ferrari wall clock, perfect for the office or study of any Ferrari enthusiast! Estimate: £1,200 - £1,300
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Automobilia
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Lot 180
Complete Ferrari 365 GTB/4 Daytona Manuals Pouch Set
Graham Hill OBE and Sir Jack Brabham.
A complete Ferrari 365GTB/4 Daytona owners manual and pouch set comprising,This set is applicable for any 1972 or 1973 production Daytona with pop up headlights and is suitable for completing your car as per factory specification, in excellent condition. Estimate: £4,400 - £5,400
A pair of pencil line drawings of Graham Hill OBE in a Lotus 49, Kyalami 1968, by Alan Stammers, 18/250, signed by the artist, together with a black and white print of Sir Jack Brabham in a Brabham Repco by Martin Smith, both framed and glazed, dimensions, 69cm x 59cm. Estimate: £150 - £200
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Lot 182
Contemporary Castrol petrol dispenser.
‘Dixie 2’ 1/10 scale model.
A contemporary desk piece in the form of a Castrol petrol pump nozzle. Cast metal and chromed handle. 34cm high. Estimate: £80 - £120
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“Dixie 2”, motorboat. In 1908 the Dixie was the fastest motorboat in the world and defeated the English challenger, Wolseley-Siddeley, to win the British International Motorboat Cup. Powered by an eight-cylinder Crane and Whitman engine that produced over 200hp, dimensions 90cm, complete with stand. Estimate: £250 - £350
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Lot 184
Mille Miglia ‘55 by Klaus Wagger.
Mercedes-Benz cast metal circular wall sign
A most striking image by Klaus Wagger ( the artist behind the Goodwood FOS posters) of Sir Stirling Moss and Denis Jenkinson in the Mercedes-Benz 300SLR competing in the 1955 Mille Miglia in car “722”, signed by both the artist and Sir Stirling. A limited edition of just 500, each print is on high quality 400gsm art board, unmounted, signed and numbered and measuring 70cm x 50cm. Estimate: £200 - £300 More Images Lot 183
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A contemporary Mercedes-Benz themed heavy cast metal circular wall sign 31cm wide. Estimate: £120 - £180
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365 GTB/4 Daytona Briefcase Tool Kit
Original French movie advertising poster.
Original Ferrari 365 GTB/4 Daytona Briefcase tool kit in superb condition, complete with:Perfect for any 1973/4 production Daytona, and other 365 models. This tool kit is in superb condition, and essential for completing your car. Estimate: £2,500 - £3,500
An original French movie advertising poster for the 1969 Paul Newman film ‘Winning’. 79 x 59cm framed and glazed. Estimate: £200 - £300
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Lot 188
Riva “Lamborghini” 1/10 scale model.
Schedoni Testarossa 6-Piece Luggage Set
1/10 scale model of a Riva “Lamborghini”, the fastest Riva ever built with its two V12 Lamborghini engines producing over 650 bhp. Plank on plank construction. Dimensions 90cm complete with stand, as new condition. Estimate: £300 - £400
Original and complete Ferrari Testarossa 6 piece Schedoni Luggage set, in very good condition, comprising 2 Luggage Cases, 1 Long Luggage Bag, 1 Briefcase, 2 Small Bags, 6 Dust Bags, 4 key sets. Estimate: £5,000 - £6,000
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Lot 190
Contemporary Shell Petroleum shield.
‘Mercedes Impression’ German Grand Prix 1938
A large contemporary freestanding Shell petroleum shield in cast metal raised on a square shaped base. 52cm high. Estimate: £100 - £150
A fine quality coloured lithograph proof print from a painting by R.A. Nockolds entitled ‘Richard Seaman - Mercedes Impression German Grand Prix 1938’, framed and mounted, 65cm x 88cm. Estimate: £250 - £350
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Automobilia
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Lot 192
Contemporary Le Mans Porsche 917 Clock
A font-correct ‘Porsche’ hanging wall sign
A contemporary clock homage to the 1971 Le Mans Porsche 917 win by Helmut Marko and Gijs van Lennep in Martini & Rossi colours. 25cm diameter. Quartz movement with toughened mineral glass lens. Estimate: £250 - £350
A font-correct ‘Porsche’ hanging wall sign in mild steel comprising seven individual handmade letters measuring almost 3 metres wide in total. The perfect addition to the avid Porsche driver’s garage or workshop. Estimate: £400 - £600
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AMG Petronas wall sign.
Contemporary BP petroleum shield.
Original airbrushed artwork of the current AMG Petronas F1 logo, multi-layer lacquered and measuring 100cm x 100cm. New condition. Estimate: £200 - £300
A large contemporary freestanding BP shield in cast metal raised on a square-shaped base. 52cm high. Estimate: £100 - £150
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Lot 195
Enamelled tin-plate Gulf garage sign An enamelled tin-plate convex circular Gulf garage sign in traditional colours. Measuring 32cm x 30cm. Estimate: £250 - £350
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Lot 201
c.1960 Tudor 9ct Yellow Gold. Manual wind. Signed Rolex case in 9ct Yellow Gold, snap back. Silver dial with Arabic hour markers and black minute markers around outside edge. The movement is a mechanical manual wind type. Signed Tudor. 17 Rubies. Estimate: £350 - £650
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Lot 202
2009 TAG Heuer Formula 1. Bright orange dial and black rotating bezel. The 36mm case is made from stainless steel and has rubber sides to protect button and case side. The strap is a Tag Heuer rubber with stainless pin buckle. The movement is quartz powered and made by ETA. The watch is complete with box and paperwork and was sold originally in 2009. Estimate: £450 - £650
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Lot 203
2018 Maurice Lacroix Miros Manual Wind. Stainless steel cushion case 39mm with display back. The strap is black leather with stainless steel deployment clasp. Presented in fine condition and ready to enjoy. Estimate: £500 - £700
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Lot 204
C.1968 Omega Constellation Chronometer Automatic. The case is 34mm stainless steel with a smooth fixed bezel. The back is stainless steel screw type with centre observatory. The dial is silver in colour with black hour batons and hands with the date at 3 o’clock. The movement is Omega-signed Chronometer 5-position standard automatic mechanical with date function. A classic Constellation with many nice original features. Estimate: £600 - £800
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The case is 33mm 9ct yellow gold. The dial is silver with large luminous Arabic and straight hour markers and straight gold hands. The movement is a Rolex signed manual wind caliber. Nice looking and in very original condition, this watch is a great period classic.
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c.1960s Rolex Precision manual wind.
Estimate: £950 - £1,200
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Lot 206
Hufex Chronograph. Single pusher. The case is a large 40mm base retail with snap back. The movement is a complicated manual wind chronograph with column wheel activation and single pusher. The dial is original silver with telemeter timing and Arabic numerals. Interesting period complicated chronograph. Estimate: £650 - £850
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Lot 207
c.1925 Platinum, Diamond and Sapphire Cocktail Watch. The case is tonneau shaped with unusual, deco-style articulated lugs all made in Platinum set with Diamonds and Sapphires. The movement is a specially fitted manual wind, having 17 jewels throughout the train. The bracelet is 18ct White Gold with sprung links and traditional clasp. The watch is a stunning example of Art Deco design. Estimate: £600 - £1,000
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Ebel 1911 Chronograph Automatic. The large case in Stainless Steel, satin finish with a polished smooth bezel secured by 5 screws. The back is display-glass enabling a view of the movement. The movement is an Ebel in-house E137 caliber automatic chronograph with date function. The blue dial has luminous Arabic hour markers and blue subdials. The strap is blue leather Ebel-signed on a stainless steel Ebel deployment clasp. The watch is in very good condition, having had little use. Estimate: £1,100 - £1,300
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Lot 209
c1997 Omega Dynamic Chronograph Automatic Watch. 3rd generation with ETA caliber movement, stainless steel case in good condition with no deep dents or scratches. The watch has Empire-style Arabic numerals, luminous dial, hands and 2 chronograph sundials. Inspired by Omega’s military watches of the past, the Dynamic is a modern collectable. Estimate: £1,250 - £1,500
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Lot 210
c.2004 Tag Heuer Carrera Bi Metal. Gentleman’s Tag Heuer Carrera Chrono wristwatch, circular white dial with inlaid luminous baton hour markers, signed crown, sapphire crystal glass, calibre 16 automatic movement, bi-colour bracelet with signed folding clasp. Estimate: £1,100 - £1,300
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Lot 211
2011 Breitling Chronomat Evolution Chronograph. Complete with Box and Paperwork. 45mm stainless steel case with rotating s/s bezel, quarter markers and screws around the outside edge. The Chronograph pushers and crown are both lock down and the back is a screw s/s with original engraving from Breitling. The Bracelet is a stainless steel Pilot-type with Breitling clasp. The movement is an ETA 7750 automatic with chronograph stopwatch and date function. The dial is a lovely black with polished hour markers. This is a complete set with all original box and paperwork. Estimate: £1,900 - £2,100
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Lot 212
C.2004 Breitling Galactic 36 C37330 Automatic Bi-Metal. The 37.5mmpolished stainless steel case with a rotating gold bezel and screw back. The bracelet is a Pilot-type made from stainless steel and gold centre links having a polished finish. The movement is a mechanical automatic with date function and sub-seconds. The dial is white Mother of Pearl with gold straight-hour markers and date at 3. The condition is fantastic and the modern larger size will make it a popular choice. Estimate: £1,800 - £2,100
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42mm stainless steel large case with rotating bezel and screw down chronograph pushers. The dial is black in colour with date display at 3 o clock. The movement is a mechanical ETA. The bracelet is Breitling Mesh in stainless steel with deployment clasp. The watch comes complete with box, original paperwork and Chronometer Certificate.
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2014 Breitling Super-Ocean Heritage chronograph.
Estimate: £2,100 - £2,500
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Lot 214
Breitling Navitimer Chrono-Matic Re-Edition. c.2016. It has a 44mm stainless steel case, Black dial and silver subdials with a six o’clock date window. The black bezel rotates and turns the silver slide rule dial. The movement is a 41LC caliber automatic chronograph. Fantastic modern and reliable version of a 60s/70s classic. Estimate: £2,200 - £2,600
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Lot 215
2009 Omega Planet Ocean Automatic. The case is 44mm stainless steel set with a Helium release valve by 10 o’clock position and crown at usual 3 o’clock. The bezel is a rotating diving-type black in colour and with minute markers. The movement is ETA automatic with a George Daniels designed co-axial escapement and date position at 3 o’clock. The dial is black in colour with large luminous straight hour batons and orange Arabic numbers at 6,9,12. The bracelet is a 3-block stainless steel formation with a satin finish and completed by an Omega signed clasp. Complete with its original box and paperwork. Estimate: £1,900 - £2,200 More Images Lot 215
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c.2008 Tag Heuer Monaco ‘Steve McQueen’.
Lot 216
In 1969, Heuer shook up the watchmaking tradition by creating the first-ever square, water-resistant case. Driven by the celebrated chronomaticCaliber 11, the Monaco was also the world’s first square automatic chronograph. It was only one year old when Steve McQueen chose to wear it in the film ‘Le Mans’ and on the wrist of this major star it soon became an icon. c.2008 Tag Heuer Monaco ‘Steve McQueen’ Complete with Box and Paperwork. The 38mm stainless steel square case is satin and polished all in fine condition. The movement is an automatic 2-register chronograph with date function made by ETA. The dial is the popular Blue and has the traditional silver 2 sub-dials with chrome hour batons and red and chrome hands. The leather strap is black with red stitching which is attached to a stainless steel deployment buckle signed Tag Heuer. This is the popular blue coloured Monaco, presented with its box and paperwork and in stunning condition. Estimate: £2,350 - £2,650 More Images Lot 216
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Lot 217
Rolex Oyster Precision Date. The 34mm case is stainless steel having a smooth stainless-steel bezel in original sharp condition. The screw back is again stainless steel with no damage. The movement is a Rolex mechanical manual caliber. The dial is original, silver in colour in lovely condition with straight hour markers and date at 3 o clock. Estimate: £1,600 - £2,000
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1969 Rare Omega Chronostop Drivers. A good example of Omega’s legendary Driver’s watch with the dial turned through 90 degrees to make it easier to read the time whilst driving. Single pusher operates the 60-secondstart/stop/flyback. The original motorsport enthusiasts watch! Estimate: £950 - £1,050
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Lot 219
Heuer Monte Carlo Dash Chronograph Military. Issued in 1979 it features a seconds recorder with the large hand registering 0-60 minutes, the jumping hour disc shows minutes, it has a clear luminous dial and hands. Black metal case attached to a back plate. Military markings on the case side and on the reverse of the base plate. This is a perfect period rally or aviation timepiece in fantastic condition. Estimate: £950 - £1,200
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Lot 220
2012 TAG Heuer Aquaracer Calibre 5. The stainless-steel case is water resistant to 300m. It has a Black finish dial with date window at the 3 o’clock position. The bezel is rotating stainless steel. The bracelet is very solid in stainless steel again with push button lock clasp with the TAG Heuer symbol visible. The movement is ETA mechanical automatic. Estimate: £650 - £750
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Polished stainless steel case with a polished bezel and screw display back. The dial is black with polished hour markers. The movement is ETA calibre automatic with date function. The bracelet is stainless steel and satin finished.
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Tag Heuer Link Calibre 6 Automatic.
Estimate: £500 - £700
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Lot 222
c.1970 Omega ‘Geneve’ 9ct Gold Dress watch. The cushion-shaped case is made from 9ct Yellow Gold with a solid plain snap back. It’s connected to a woven-style 9ct gold bracelet with an Omega clasp. The movement is a reliable, manual wind Omega calibre. The dial is champagne in colour with etched finish and gold hands. Presented in fantastic condition, this is a very usable dress timepiece. Estimate: £500 - £700
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c.2004 Tag Heuer Kirium Chronograph. The case is 40mm in stainless steel with a big block stainless steel integrated bracelet. The movement is quartz ETA calibre chronograph with date function. The dial is blue with round luminous hour marker and chrome dagger hands. Estimate: £400 - £600
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Lot 224
c.1960 Omega Seamaster Calendar Automatic Strap Watch. Fresh-looking Omega auto, with silver dial andOmega crown. Omega signed automatic movement. Manufactured in the 60s, these watches are now seeing a strong following due to their excellent value and high quality. Estimate: £450 - £650
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Cars & Motorcycles Saturday 23rd February 2019 Start: 13:00 Lots 301 – 385
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LOT 301
1976 Mini Marcos
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Registration: Not Specified Chassis Number: Not Specified Engine Number: Not Specified Number of cylinders: 4 CC: 1480 Year of Manufacture: 1976 No Reserve
• British Land Speed record holder: Class F; 1 mile, 1km, 500m, quarter mile • TransXL International works car from 1977. Lightweight construction • Incredible race record (1977-1979: 98 starts, 36 wins, 74 podiums) • Exhibited at the London Science Museum and subsequently at the National Motor Museum at Beaulieu • Light recommission in 2016 by Robin Lackford, achieved a 56.3-second lap around Brands Indy. • Comprehensive history file. Eligible for CSCC Modsports. Offered at No Reserve, a rare opportunity Following the cancellation of Dizzy Addicott’s DART project (the original streamlined Mini racer), Jem Marsh from Marcos set about creating something similar. The car was designed by Brian Moulton with Malcolm Newell as pattern maker, along the same lines as the Mini Jem but clearly not a copy. The resulting Mini Marcos was somewhat simpler in construction and rather untidy at the front with a large flat radiator box angled downwards under the nose. The new baby made its debut at Castle Combe circuit in September 1965 on a wet track, which suited front wheel drive, and in the hands of local Mini exponent Geoff Mabbs, the Mini Marcos thrashed the opposition, lapping all but one, a Ginetta, to win by over a minute. The car was exhibited at the Racing Car Show at Earl’s Court, London, in January 1966, a full year ahead of the Mini Jem. However, racing was not the Mini Marcos’s only forté as it was rather successful going in a straight line, setting four British Land Speed Records aimed by Steve Roberts. This TransXL International works car from 1977 utilises lightweight construction, is fully rose-jointed, and is fitted with a special rear axle and magnesium calipers. The 1480cc ‘A’ Series engine was purpose-built by John Mowatt as were the special gearbox and limited slip differential. Driven by Steven Roberts, the car gained four land speed
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records (the flying mile, half mile, kilometre and 500m for cars up to 1600cc) and has won two Modsports Championships outright plus three others as a class winner. Probably the most successful Marcos ever built as the championship starts to win ratio is so impressive. In 98 races, this Marcos won 36, came second 27 times, third 11 times, with 74 podium places from 98 starts. Its distinctive looks, diminutive size, and giant-killing racing success were all factors in the car being exhibited at the London Science Museum and subsequently at the National Motor Museum at Beaulieu. Sometime later the car was raced by Neil Roscoe and was fully rebuilt in 1999 whilst in the ownership of Richard Line, before spending some time in the States in the care of David Kessinger in Harrison City, Pennsylvania. Under our vendors private ownership for the past few years, Robin Lackford was tasked with lightly recommissioning the car in 2016 culminating in a track day at Brands Hatch Indy in which the fastest time of 56.3 seconds, from a driver with no front wheel drive experience, shows this car hasn’t lost any of its impressive performance. Offered with a comprehensive history file, eligible for CSCC Modsports, and coming to Race Retro with ‘No Reserve’ this is a rare opportunity.
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Registration: GHL220V Chassis Number: GCAFAG113420 Engine Number: Not Specified Number of cylinders: 4 CC: 1998 Year of Manufacture: 1980 RHD/LHD: Right Hand Drive Estimate: £18,000 - £22,000
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LOT 302
1980 Ford Escort ‘L’ Mk.II
• Late-production, 2nd generation Escort freshly prepared and painted • Campaigned successfully in the MSVR-Motorsport News Circuit Rally Championship 2017-2018 • Massive spec for a club rally car. Really well finished in Porsche Guards Red • 2.3-litre XE Vauxhall on twin 45s, Sadev flat-shift, 6-speed sequential. • Welded-in 6-point historic spec cage. MEP Motorsports wiring loom.MSA logbook • It’s seldom that we describe a rally car as ‘immaculate’ but it fits the bill with this smart Escort This, great value for money, four-door Escort was built from a late-production ‘L’ and competed in MSVR Circuit Rally Championship during 2017-2018 (finished 17th at Donington, best stage position: 12th). The impressive specification is listed below: 2.3 XE Vauxhall on twin Weber 45s Sadev flat-shift, 6-speed sequential SLC 82-17F, Geartronic shift kit Narrow (50”) fully floating Atlas 5-link Axle, alloy brace, skidded, ZF slipper kit Alloy-arched, 4-door shell in Guards Red MEP motorsport wiring loom Corsa electric steering. Quick Rack GRP 4 Bilstein front legs 2.25 coil-overs Bilstein tarmac inserts Bilstein rear coil-overs 2.25 Panhard rod 4 links long + buyer’s premium of 15% including VAT @ 20%
Turretted Adjustable ford TCAs Twin cam roll bar Sump guard Twinleaf springs on slipper boxes AP 5000 (15” inch brakes) DS3000 pads AP 2577 rears on solid discs Welded-in, 6-point, historic spec cage New OMP seats New TRS 6-point belts AFFF plumbed-in system Oil cooler and remote filter Hydraulic handbrake Adjustable pedal box Heated screen Alloy tank Twin Facet pumps Fibreglass bonnet, boot. Perspex windows all round. Complete with its MSA Logbook this smart classic Escort appears ready to go and, at this guide price, looks like an exciting proposition.
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LOT 303
Registration: 270 VMX Chassis Number: 138239 Engine Number: 379058 Number of cylinders: 4 CC: 2200cc Year of Manufacture: 1942 RHD/LHD: Left Hand Drive Estimate: £20,000 - £25,000
1942 Willys Jeep
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• Lovely genuine 1942 Willys MB imported to the UK in 1959 • Purchased by our vendor in 2008 from the legendary Peter Agg Collection • Correctly painted with appropriate Serial Numbers and the usual ancillaries • With an original tool kit, jack, first aid kit, aerial, and even some original goggles! • Running on more comfortable modern tyres. Simple matter to return to ‘bar grips’ • Well restored, accurate, and absolutely ‘de rigueur’ for the Goodwood Revival In early 1940, the United States Department of War had determined it needed a light, cross-country, four-wheel drive, reconnaissance vehicle and was anxious to have one in time for, what may possibly turn out to be, America’s entry into World War II in Europe. The U.S. Army solicited proposals from domestic car manufacturers for a replacement for its existing, ageing, light motor vehicles, mainly motorcycles and sidecars, and some Ford Model Ts. Recognising the need to create standard specifications, the Army formalised its requirements on July 11, 1940, and submitted them to 135 U.S. automotive manufacturers. It’s a matter of history that ultimately two manufacturers were successful, Willys with their MB (US quarter-ton Army truck) and later, Ford with their GPW (in production designated ‘GP’). Impressively the time taken from conception and tenders being sent out, to the production lines starting to roll, was less than two hundred days, amazing for a vehicle that has stood the test of time and become an unlikely motoring icon. This ability to get things done quickly and well was the deciding factor in America being asked to produce military hardware in vast numbers and build hundreds of ships, arguably influencing the outcome of the Second World War. As the war progressed Willys-Overland produced over 300,000 Jeeps and the Ford Motor Co. was drafted in to help boost production and contributed over 250,000 units. Ford
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assembled Jeeps were recognizable by their pressed steel grilles as opposed to the Willys’ slat style grille. Considering the manner in which the Jeep was conceived and its role in warfare, it’s remarkable that most of the finest classic car collections will include a Willys or Ford WWII Jeep, making the restored example offered here a candidate for serious consideration should one of these yardstick cars have, so far, eluded you. Dating from 1942, this Willys Jeep was first registered in the UK on the13th of July, 1959 and has been looked after by our vendor since 2008. He purchased it from the legendary collection of the late Peter Agg who was known for seeking out the best examples he could find. It was one of the last vehicles sold from the collection and he had obviously used it quite a lot as he had gone to the trouble of changing the original ‘Bar-Grip’ tyres to a more modern alternative. Bar grip tyres were developed in the 1930s and were the standard military pattern throughout World War II, however, they are not associated with driver comfort or indeed going in a straight line and modern tyres transform the Jeeps road behaviour. If historical accuracy is important then it’s simply a question of fitting a set of bar grips. Otherwise, this vehicle is completely genuine, correctly painted and serialed, and naturally is fitted with all the ancillaries associated with a 1942 Willys. Pleasingly, it’s also accompanied by an original tool kit, jack, first aid kit, aerial, and even some original goggles! Every rural car show in the country now has a section for Military Vehicles, and with WW2 re-enactments and with the Goodwood Revival and other prestigious classic car meetings all clamouring for 1940’s Jeeps, this stunningly well-restored example could keep you busy for the rest of the Summer.
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Registration: PHK 666K Chassis Number: XA51395231A Engine Number: 1323 Number of cylinders: 4 CC: 1275 Year of Manufacture: 1971 RHD/LHD: Right Hand Drive Estimate: ÂŁ22,000 - ÂŁ26,000
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LOT 304
1971 Morris Mini Cooper S Mk.III
• One of just over 1,500 Cooper S Mk.lll models produced • Finished in Teal Blue with a Snowberry White roof and bespoke black interior • Refurbished in the early 2000s and now showing just 76,000 miles on the odometer • Supplied with a UK V5c and its original owner’s manual
clutch, radiator and wheels and tyres. There are receipts in the file documenting the Minis total rejuvenation at this time. Finished in beautiful Teal Blue and having had just two former keepers, this stunning Cooper S Mk.lll has been driven to the Spa Classic and Goodwood Revival in 2017 and is supplied with a V5c and a host of invoices. Rarely do Cooper S Mk.llls come to market, and we are pleased to offer this lovelyexample.
The first Mini Cooper was launched in July 1961 and is still revered today as the second most important car in history after the Ford Model T. It had been developed by the designer of the original Mini, Sir Alec Issigonis, with racing driver and engineer, John Cooper who in 1959 had driven a prototype Mini to the Italian Grand Prix and had been greatly impressed by the car. It was initially produced with a 997cc version of the BMC A series engine and fitted with twin SU carburettors, a revised cylinder head and an improved exhaust system. The car was also fitted with a close ratio gearbox, a higher axle ratio than the standard Mini and front disc brakes. These Coopers were easily distinguishable from the standard models by the different front grille, two-tone paintwork, and on the Mk.I, two-tone upholstery. All Coopers were fitted with a 100mph speedometer as opposed to the 90mph units on standard cars. The Mini Cooper and Cooper ‘S’ were successful as rally cars, famously winning the Monte Carlo Rally four times from 1964 through to 1967, under the stewardship of famous drivers such as the legendary Paddy +RSNLUN 5DXQR $DOWRQHQ DQG 7LPR 0¼†NLQHQ 7KH RULJLQDO Mk l was followed by the Mk ll in 1967 which itself was superceded by the Mklll in 1969. Offered here is a 1971 Morris Mini Cooper S that was purchased new by Flight Lieutenant Bernard Hughes, an ex-Wellington Bomber Pilot. A company called Wood and Pickett were enjoying success offering bespoke interiors for Minis and Mr Hughes duly employed their services to fit a new black interior with reclining seats. The car was used as Mr Hughes daily driver until 1990 when ill health forced him to store the car, and it wasn’t until 2003 that he reluctantly sold it to his local garage. The car was then the recipient of much refurbishment work which included a replacement bodyshell, new subframes, heater matrix, brakes, new + buyer’s premium of 15% including VAT @ 20%
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LOT 305
1992 Vauxhall Lotus Carlton
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Registration: H6 LCT Chassis Number: SCC000019M1206939 Engine Number: 30M60304 Number of cylinders: 6 CC: 3615cc Year of Manufacture: 1992 RHD/LHD: Right Hand Drive Estimate: £65,000 - £75,000
• One of 284 RHD LotusCarltons.377bhp with a superblybalanced rear-drive chassis • Pleasingly original (new stainless steel exhaust) and absolutely unmolested. Only 41,960 miles from new • Only two owners following the Dealer Principal, our vendor for the last 17 years • The Imperial Green Pearlescent paint retains a deep shine. Unmarked Anthracite leather • Older MOTs, service invoices, Owner’s Manual and Service Book The Lotus Carlton is a legend and the kind of car that comes along once in a generation. At a time when really fast fourdoor saloons were the preserve of BMW and Mercedes, this Vauxhall (Opel) derived super saloon arrived on the scene demolishing the opposition. Oddly, it wasn’t its huge performance or masculine good looks that created the most fuss but the fact that the Daily Mail was so outraged by its stated top speed of 176mph, that it declared it too fast for British roads. Of course, the Lotus Carlton - or Type 104 to Lotus aficionados - was nothing of the sort, and although it shared its major components with a mainstream executive car, its level of development across every aspect of automotive dynamics had resulted in a truly special performance car. It was powered by a twin-turbo version of the venerable straight-six used in the Senator, which developed a remarkable 377bhp. To achieve that figure, Lotus had put a lot of work into the 3.6-litre power unit,upratingand strengthening the bottom end, porting the 24-valve cylinder head (from the Carlton GSI), and fitting forged ‘slipper pistons’ made by Mahle atop new Lotus-designed connecting rods tied to a counterweighted, forged steel crankshaft. The gearbox was the same six-speeder used in the Corvette ZR-1, the only transmission in GM’s parts bin, capable of handling the car’s monster torque. AP Group-C derived brakes - fourpotcaliperswith 330mm ventilated discs at the front and two-pot at the rear - sat behind specially developed Goodyear tyres.
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Performancewas brisk, to say the least. 0-60mph came up in 5.0 seconds, 0-100 was dispatched in 11.1 seconds, and in 1992 Autocar Magazine recorded a time of 17.0 seconds for their 0-100-0 challenge, 2nd best behind an F40, however, it’s the car’s maximum speed of 176mph that will always be quoted by its fans. Dating from 1992, this lovely example has been enjoyed by just three owners and has covered only 42,000 miles in that period. Its first keeper appears to have been the Managing Director of the Lotus main dealer that originally supplied the car and subsequently it became the property of Simon Dickie the owner of the Pod Shoe brand. Our vendor purchased the Carlton in February 2002 with the mileage around 30,000. He has since used it lightly and in fact, it was on SORN for 6 of his 17-year ownership. The MoT history shows that the car had covered 33,573 miles in 2005 and at the time of consignment was indicating 41,960, only just over 8,000 miles in 14 years. Even without these numbers it’s obvious that the car has been cherished, the Imperial Green paintwork retains a deep shine and the ruched Anthracite leather looks almost unmarked. The fivespoke alloys are excellent and the engine bay is a delight. Apart from routine maintenance and regular servicing, the car is untouched with the exception of the addition of a stainless steel silencer. There are a number of service invoices and older MoT Certificates in the history file and the Owner’s Manual and Service Book are with the car. All in all, this is an original and unmolested example of these very collectable ‘super saloons’ and, in this remarkable condition, would be an asset to any collection.
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LOT 305
1992 Vauxhall Lotus Carlton
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LOT 306
2010 Brian James Race Shuttle
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• A race-shuttle from rock legend, Jay Kay, offered at No Reserve • Type ‘T-03-T 376-2040’, rare triple axlemodel for a single car, 3500kg gross capacity • Ideal for providing a large, usable, fully enclosed transportation space • Very little use and in excellent order Brian James Race Transporter trailers are ideal for providing a large, usable fully enclosed transportation space for almost all passenger road cars and larger race cars. A full width, full height rear door ramp with gas spring assistance gives easy access and combined with the tilt-bed mechanism accommodates low ground clearance competition cars and will eliminate loading issues. This model of the Brian James Race Transporter 6 offers a wide body - being the same as an HGV transporter, this Race Transporter 6 is quite capable of transporting wide race and sports cars. Additional space is invaluable for creating a useful working environment for daily transport operations and creates a capable work facility for small teams at race meetings. The chassis design has wheels under the bed with a fully flat floor up to the sides. To manage bed height and maintain a low centre of gravity the Race Transporter 6 has Tri-axle running gear with 10” wheels and low profile tyres. This particular race transporter is a Type ‘T-03-T 376-2040’ with a 3500kg capacity and is owned by the rock legend, Jay Kay. It has had very little use and looks to be in excellent order. Offered at No Reserve, this is a rare opportunity to acquire a stylish and efficient mode of transport for the start of the season.
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Bid On Lot 306
Registration: N/A Chassis Number: SJB376GBPCD116633 Engine Number: N/A Number of cylinders: N/A CC: N/A Year of Manufacture: 2010 No Reserve
1996 BMW 840 CI
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Bid On Lot 307
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LOT 307
Registration: P272 VRE Chassis Number: WBAEF82020CC66232 Engine Number: 51421347 Number of cylinders: 8 CC: 4398 Year of Manufacture: 1996 RHD/LHD: Right Hand Drive Estimate: £18,000 - £22,000
• Registered new in Guernsey 24/09/1996 by Jackson BMW with the registration number 11000 • Two owners on Guernsey and one in the UK First registered in the UK 01/12/16 • 4-litre V8, 282bhp, 295lb-ft, 155mph, 0-60 in 6.5secs. Five-speed automatic. Rear-wheel steer • Looks fabulous in Brilliant Red with a sumptuous Dark Grey leather interior • Current mileage 43,351. MOT valid until 11/07/19 • Original Service Book and handbooks present together with its spare key Built between 1989 and 1999, the BMW 8-Series was offered with a V8 or V12 engine and whilst commonly thought to be a successor to the 6-Series models it was, in fact, a new series entirely designed to be BMW’s ‘flagship’ and thus command a premium price with looks and performance to match. The 840Ci was produced with two different engines the first of which was a 4-litre V8 M60B40 unit producing 286bhp and fitted from 1993 to late 1995. This was later changed to a new 4.4-litre V8 M60B40 unit which produced the same power output but had significantly better torque. Available with a 5-speed automatic or a 6-speed manual gearbox, the only external distinguishing features from the earlier V12 models were the quad round exhausts. As well as stupendous performance - 0-60mph in around 5.8 seconds and an electronically limited maximum speed of 155mph - the 8-Series offered the latest in suspension technology, featuring computerised monitoring and adjustment of damper settings, and some rear-wheel steering. Reportedly 3,075 examples of the 4.4-litre V8 BMW 840 Ci had found homes when production finished in May 1999. This lovely example is finished in Brilliant Red with a Dark Grey leather interior and was registered new on the island of Guernsey on 24/09/1996 by Jackson BMW with the registration number 11000. It arrived in England on 1/12/2016 and has been enjoyed by three previous owners, two in Guernsey and one over here. The current indicated mileage is 43,351 and the MOT is valid until 11/07/19. The + buyer’s premium of 15% including VAT @ 20%
original Service Book and handbooks are present together with its spare key. Service history below: First serviced at Jacksons 23/01/98 - 4,876 Miles, Jacksons 13/04/99 - 6,880 Miles, Jacksons 26/04/00 - 10565 Miles, Jacksons 08/06/01 - 14,825 Miles, Jacksons 19/08/02 - 21,592 Miles, Specialist BMW 29/03/04 -26,904 Miles, Specialist BMW 21/08/05 - 29,133 Miles, Specialist 04/12/06 32,269 Miles, Specialist 31/09/07 34,729 Miles, Specialist 17/05/11 40,772 Miles, Specialist 06/01/16 42,616 Miles, First service in UK Independent 14/07/18 43,335 Miles. We understand the car is in lovely condition and mechanically sound. The original wheels will also be supplied with the car Although out of production for almost 20 years, the 8-Series was blessed with classically proportioned, understated, and essentially timeless styling that has not dated, and these beautiful and exclusive Gran Turismos still look modern today.
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LOT 308
2008 Porsche 911 (997) GT3 RS (Gen l) Bid On Lot 308
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Registration: EU08 YUD Chassis Number: WP0ZZZ99Z85791481 Engine Number: 61829331 Number of cylinders: 6 CC: 3596 Year of Manufacture: 2008 RHD/LHD: Right Hand Drive Estimate: £110,000 - £120,000
• RHD example with just 8,000 miles and a recent Porsche service (Dec ‘18) • 1 of 6 ‘Gen l’ cars finished in White without decals from the factory (£4,000 option) • High-spec including Carbon Pack, Sports Chrono, hardwired battery conditioner and Road Angel GEM • Dry-sumped 3.6-litre flat-six revs to 8,400rpm, producing 409bhp. 193mph and 0-62mph in 4.2 secs • A true ‘homologation special’ for the GT3 RSR race car The GT3 is a product of Porsche Motorsport and is a high-performance version of the Porsche 911 primarily intended for racing, and named after the FIA Group GT3 class in which it was designed to compete, whilst the iconic ‘RS’ moniker is only ever attached to the very best and most extreme race-cars-for-the-road produced by Porsche, beginning with the 1973 911 Carrera RS. In March 2006, at the Geneva Motor Show, Porsche launched the new 997 version of the GT3 and the lighter, more focused GT3 RS (often known as the 997.1 GT3 RS). The GT3 models were substantially new and significantly more powerful utilising the motorsport-derived 3.6-litre M97.76 engine, an evolution of the blue-blooded ‘Mezger’ GT1 racing unit. In the new 997.1 GT3, this engine had been subjected to a meticulous, obsessive drive to reduce internal masses. The short-stroke, dry-sumped boxer six now revved to a maximum of 8400rpm, 200rpm higher, and with the help of a mild ram-air effect from the engine-cover air scoops, a larger intake butterfly and a compression ratio up from 11.7 to 12.0 to one, it develops a heady 409bhp (415PS) at 7600rpm. That gives it an exceptional rating of 114bhp per litre and makes it almost as powerful as the twin-turbo 3.6 fitted to the 996 Turbo. Also new to this GT3 engine was VarioCam, which adjusts the intake cam timing and thus helps improve both efficiency and the spread of torque and the exhaust system is essentially the one developed for the GT3 Cup racers. The GT3 RS was also equipped with new adaptive damping and traction control (PASM and TC as
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standard, the latter based on the system from the Carrera GT), the G97/90 6-speed gearbox, a mechanical limited-slip differential (with varying lock-up values), a non-dual-mass flywheel and a bigger clutch. The GT3 RS is 44mm wider at the rear (a legacy from the Carrera 4 with which it shared its shell) to conceal a wider track, giving improved stability and grip and to top off this focused package, it’s fitted with an adjustable carbon-fibre rear spoiler, plastic rear lid and lightweight plastic rear window. The car presented here is a RHD 2008 Porsche 911 (997.1) GT3 RS and is believed to be just 1 of 6 ‘Gen-1’ cars ordered from the factory finished in White without decals (a £4,000 option). The car has covered a wholly verifiable 8,090 miles and has been regularly serviced (the most recent being at Porsche Centre Glasgow on the 17th December 2018). Our vendor bought the car in 2015 having known it as part of a private collection of very special cars, all being meticulously cared for (this car is fitted with a protective film where you touch the inner door facia and on the inner sills). As well as the more subtle decal-free look, the car’s specification is very discerning, including Sport Chrono Pack (639), Safety Cage in black (595), Schroth harness driver (807), Carbon Package (EZA), Extended carbon package (EZB), Bi-Xenon lighting system (P74), Carbon door entry guards (X69), Carbon rear centre console (XMJ), Sill covers painted (XAJ), Carbon dashboard trim (XGB), and Battery disconnect switch (199). It’s also fitted with a hardwired Optimate battery conditioner, Road Angel GEM, Trackstar CAT 5 Tracker, and 19” lightweight OZ wheels. An amazing package. This is a reluctant sale of what is now considered to be a true modern-classic, with the 997 being the last evolution of the 911 to use the legendary Mezger normally-aspirated engine and with its manual gearbox and perfect size/weight relationship, offers possibly the ultimate 911 experience.
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LOT 308
2008 Porsche 911 (997) GT3 RS (Gen l)
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LOT 309
1966 MkI Mini Cooper 1293 FIA
Bid On Lot 309
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Registration: JTY 270D Chassis Number: KA2S4896682 Engine Number: Not Specified Number of cylinders: 4 CC: 1293 Year of Manufacture: 1966 RHD/LHD: Right Hand Drive Estimate: £26,000 - £32,000
• Original UK, 998cc Mini Cooper rebuilt as a full-race, 1293 ‘S’ • Impressive build spec. Current FIA HTP papers (Appendix K) • Qualifies Masters FIA Spec Mini 60th-anniversary races at the Silverstone Classic • With our vendor for 3 years. Maintained and looked after but not raced • Supplied with Belgian registration details, UK V5c, MOT until Jan 2020, and HTP (granted 2016) The Mini Cooper has been a mainstay of the Motorsport scene around the world for over fifty years. Its prodigious roadholding and excellent power-to-weight ratio enabled the little Cooper to compete successfully with larger-capacity rivals, and on tight twisting circuits, the car was often a candidate for outright victory. From enthralling battles with much larger competition in period, to latter-day giant-killing performances in Historic Touring Cars, the Mini Cooper represented an opportunity to compete at high levels for privateers with cars not far removed from the works entrants, enhanced by a plethora of emerging tuning companies and race/rally parts. Driven by names such as Hopkirk, ‘Whizzo’ Williams and ‘Smokin’ John Rhodes, Coopers and the ubiquitous Cooper ‘S’ have firmly cemented their place in motorsport folklore and their supreme driveability and userfriendliness have kept them in the forefront of historic saloon car racing ever since. The chassis number (KA2S4-896682) of this smart little Mini indicates that it started life as a UK Market, right-hand drive, Morris Cooper 998cc Mk1 and was subsequently fully prepared to Cooper S competition specification and fitted with a full-race 1293cc power unit. It has resided with one Dutch/Belgian family since 1990 in the Netherlands and has won its class in the European FIA Historic Touring car championship twice as well as numerous other notable races. In 2013, the car received a total upgrade by leading Mini specialists ‘Verbaas
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Preparations’ in the Netherlands and has only raced once since in the 2013 Historic Grand Prix at Zandvoort which resulted in a class win. The car looks totally correct in Navy and Old English White and has current FIA Seats, Harness and Fire Extinguisher. The engine was built with the emphasis on torque rather than outright power which makes it particularly effective on short twisty circuits and the build spec is impressive including an LSD, SCCR gears, Koni race dampers, anti-roll bar, Minilites, Lexan windows, alloy foam-filled tank and more. Additional details are available if required. Although currently set up is for circuit use we understand that the car is built in such a way that it can be easily converted for Historic Rallying. The car was purchased from us by our vendor in 2016 but we understand he has never raced it. He has confirmed, however, that he has replaced the rear subframe mountings, had the engine carefully set up, and carried out various sundry works. Details of these are in the car’s history file which also contains its Belgian registration documents, the V5c, an MOT valid until January 2020, and the FIA Historic Technical Passport valid until the end of 2026 (Mini Cooper S, 1293cc, Period F(62-65), and Class CT7). Eligible for FIA pre-1966 races ( it can run as a ‘65 car) and ideal for the Masters FIA Spec. Mini 60th-anniversary races at the Silverstone Classic, this is potentially a very effective little racer and at this guide is an approachable entry into the world of Historic Saloons.
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Bid On Lot 310
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LOT 310
1981 Porsche 911 (930) Turbo
Registration: UDH 296W Chassis Number: WP0ZZZ93ZBS000300 Engine Number: 6710344/930/34 Number of cylinders: 6 CC: 3300 Year of Manufacture: 1981 RHD/LHD: Right Hand Drive Estimate: £77,000 - £85,000
• Extremely rare colour combination of Moss Green Metallic with Mint Green leather trim
opportunity for the astute Porsche collector.
• 62,000 warranted miles and well maintained throughout its life, with little use during the last five years • Recent paint refresh by leading Porsche specialist and body shop, Francis Tuthill Ltd • Engine, Turbo and Gearbox comprehensively rebuilt by Wrightune and very few miles since • Very sensibly guided offering a great buying opportunity for the astute Porsche collector The 930 Turbo was the fastest 911 in the range throughout its production life and evolved into a better and better car to drive as the factory improved both handling and brakes to cope with the serious 330BHP on offer. This particular car has been cossetted and well maintained throughout its life, with little recent use during the last five years of ownership with our private vendor. Supplied new by Charles Follett of Mayfair in it’s original and extremely rare colour combination of Moss Green Metallic with a Mint Green leather trim - it was one of the smartest cars to leave their prestigious forecourt in the day. It has had a recent paint refresh by leading Porsche specialist and body shop, Francis Tuthill Ltd., and Wrightune rebuilt both the engine and gearbox (bill on file for £18,719) for our fastidious vendor, who has a very special collection of rare and exciting Porsche models. In fact, the history file shows lots of maintenance and servicing throughout the car’s life which has consisted of just 62,600 genuine and warranted miles, most of which were covered in the car’s first decade. There is also a Porsche certificate of Authenticity present. Values of the infamous 930 have both risen and fallen in recent times with the market now settling between £80 and £100,000 for original UK cars with good service history. This car is therefore exceptional value at the moment and being a rare colour and genuine car, it represents a great buying + buyer’s premium of 15% including VAT @ 20%
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LOT 311
1972 Lotus Elan Sprint DHC
Bid On Lot 311
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Registration: GWD 56K Chassis Number: 72040665G Engine Number: N26330 Number of cylinders: 4 CC: 1558 Year of Manufacture: 1972 RHD/LHD: Right Hand Drive Estimate: £40,000 - £50,000
• A genuine ‘Sprint’model in classic ‘Gold Leaf Team Lotus’ colours • Excellent history file including the original Bill of Sale • Fully restored with a new Spyder chassis and excellent panel fit • A superb driving example of one of the finest handling of all British classics In 1962 Lotus launched a legend, the new and groundbreaking Lotus Elan. Following on from the Elite, the new car offered improved handling allied with better performance. Below the bonnet sat a new 1558cc, twin-cam four-cylinder engine which would become a legend in its own right, powering other classic Lotus models including, of course, the Cortina sporting saloons. Initially, the Elan was produced as an open two-seater, but in 1964 a fixed-head coupé became available, with both bodies being constructed from GRP and mounted on a separate chassis. In 1967, the very distinctive Elan+2 joined the range and both models continued to sell well throughout the late sixties with various detail changes. The desirable ‘Sprint’ model was introduced in 1971 and was the ultimate incarnation. It justified its name thanks to a substantial increase in power to 126bhp resulting from the adoption of a big-valve head with high-lift cams, a raised compression ratio and (initially) Weber 40 DCOE 31s. The drivetrain was suitably toughened and braced and the front callipers were redesigned to cope with the increased performance. “To say that driving the Elan is immense fun is almost an understatement. It is a car which keeps young men young and makes old men younger’’ ‘Motor Magazine’ The car presented here is a 1972 Lotus Elan Sprint Drop Head Coupe (DHC) which has been fully restored. Within the interesting history file are the original Bill of Sale from Lotus dealership ‘Foley Park Motors’ of Kidderminster, many period and recent invoices, and numerous old MoT Certificates. The V5 reveals that the car’s chassis number
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is 72040665G which indicates that it’s unit number 0665 and the letter ‘G’ confirms that it is a UK Market, right-hand drive, DHC ‘Sprint’. Described by the owner ‘as possibly one of the best Elan Sprints available today’, this example is believed to have had only a few owners from new (with the records showing the same owner from 1972 until 2015) and has been exceptionally well restored in the original colour scheme confirmed by not only the marque owners club, but also from the original Bill of Sale. Equipped with a ‘Spyder’ replacement chassis, the body and panel fit are some of the best we have ever seen on an Elan, a testament to the hours spent on the full nut and bolt restoration and we understand that it drives and performs as well as it looks. Restoring an Elan properly is a complicated and time-consuming process, particularly to this standard, and in this case, all a new owner has to do is simply enjoy it. This is a lovely example of a super 1960s classic car, which is both a fun, sunny-day convertible and a thoroughbred sports car with unbeatable handling.
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Registration: DKU 709V Chassis Number: 17A0041886 Engine Number: EG165231 Number of cylinders: 4 CC: 1.6 Year of Manufacture: 1979 RHD/LHD: Right Hand Drive Estimate: £17,000 - £22,000
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LOT 312
1979 Volkswagen Golf GTi Mk1
• Smartly presented in Mars Red with unmarked Black and White trim • Just one owner from new and 53,000 miles indicated
to good health, and fresh fluids were provided. The car will come to the sale with a fresh MOT and nicely detailed for its new custodian.
• From 20 years hibernation. Fully recommissioned with all fluids changed • Fresh MoT prior to sale. Original book packs, two keys and good to go Launched in 1974, the Golf represented a complete break with Volkswagen tradition yet it would prove as big a sales success as its Beetle predecessor. In GTi form the Golf has become one of the great icons of modern motoring, giving rise to an entirely new class of sporting saloon - the ‘hot hatch’ - in the process. First seen at the Frankfurt Show in September 1975, the GTi came with a 1.6-litre, fuel-injected, 110bhp engine which, in a car weighing a mere 846 kilos (1,861lbs) resulted in a performance package of a type not seen since the demise of the Mini Cooper 1275 S. Increasing competition from rival manufacturers prompted the introduction of a 1.8-litre GTi in 1982, and although maximum power increased only slightly to 114bhp there was a considerable improvement in mid-range acceleration. DKU 709V was supplied on the 13th of November 1979 to its one and only owner, Mr John Mapletof of Sheffield, through the main dealer Guilders of Sheffield. This wonderful find is presented in Mars Red with a Black and White checked cloth trim. These early GTis are becoming extremelycollectablewith very few 1.6 variants available on the open market today making this 1.6 model very rare indeed. The Black roof was a factory option and the original dealer supplied number plates are still in place as are the original book pack and hand over documents. The Golf was used by Mr Mapletof for a good few years then the decision was made to mothball the car for reasons unknown and that’s where it remained for 20 plus years on axlestands in a proper storage facility. In 2018 the decision was taken to wake the GTi from its long hibernation and it went through a thorough recommissioning process, including all mechanical parts, the brakes were returned + buyer’s premium of 15% including VAT @ 20%
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LOT 313
1964 Porsche 356C Road Rally
Bid On Lot 313
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Registration: VOT 755 Chassis Number: 221391 Engine Number: 71668/616/16 Number of cylinders: 4 CC: 1600 Year of Manufacture: 1964 RHD/LHD: Left Hand Drive Estimate: £52,000 - £60,000
• Built in December 1964, US registered in June 1965 and imported to the UK from Arizona in 1989 • A proper road rally car that has been built and maintained by some of the best in the business • Used extensively on many serious road rallies with excellent results. Many wins and class wins • The 95bhp, SC-spec, 1600 has been regularly rebuilt during its 25-year competition history • In excellent all round condition and ready to use with correct FIVA papers and an MOT until 25/7/2019 Looking at the history file of this lovely left-hand drive 356C the early Porsche Kardex confirms that the car was built in December 1964 and first registered in the USA in June 1965. However, the article about the car that appeared in a 1994edition of Porsche World magazine confirms that it was imported from Arizona here to the UK in 1989 and promptly won a Concours award at the Porsche Club event in Malvern! Since then it was converted to road rally specification by its second UK owner, Mike Cornwell, who states in the article that he wanted a really solid base car for Eric Studer to prepare for road rallies. Eric fitted competition shock absorbers, a roll cage, and safety equipment as well as rebuilding the engine and gearbox. The inevitable Halda ( today the Halda has just been rebuilt and recalibrated by Neil Hubbard) and FIVA papers were also sourced (current until 3/2/2022) and the car has since been used extensively on many serious road rallies with excellent results. These included Mike competing on the 1991 Classic Marathon where he won an Alpine Cup and ran as a teammate to Sir Stirling Moss and Rosemary Smith. He repeated that event in 1992 and also took a class win on the 1993 Tulip rally, before entering two Monte Carlo Challenges and taking class wins in successive years. The 1600cc engine, which is in ‘SC’ spec, produces 95BHP and has been regularly rebuilt during its 25-year competition history with the last class win on the 2009 Tour Brittania in the Touring category. Today, it also sports competition seats
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and front spot lamps which look very smart as the bumpers have also been removed. However, the original seats, original front and rear bumpers, and a couple of spare wheels all come with the Lot as spares. It has benefitted from professional maintenance throughout its competition life with Eric Studer when owned by Mike Cornwell, and Francis Tuthill during our private vendor’s long-term ownership. So, in summary, this is a proper road rally car that has been built and maintained by some of the best in the business and has had a stress free last decade mostly being used for trips and journeys rather than competitive events. It is offered in excellent all round condition and ready to use with correct FIVA papers and an MOT until 25/7/2019.
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Registration: UEY 504M Chassis Number: HS30100287 Engine Number: L24133103 Number of cylinders: 6 CC: 2393cc Year of Manufacture: 1972 Estimate: £20,000 - 25,000
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LOT 314
1972 Datsun 240Z (2.8ltr) Club Rally Car
• Replica of the Altonen and Todt ‘works’ Nissan that finished 3rd in Monte Carlo in 1972 • Original engine bored and stroked to later-spec, 2.8-litres • MSA Licenced car entered in the Monte Carlo Historique in 2013 and 2014 • £7/8,000 was invested at the marque specialists ‘Z Farm’ prior to the 2013 Monte • LSD, upgraded brakes, sump guard, rally lights, wiring and electrics. • MSA Licence lapsed. May require some updates to belts and seats etc. to reinstate The Datsun 240Z, (latterly the 260Z and 280Z) was the first generation of ‘Z’ two-seat coupés produced by Nissan in Japan from 1969 to 1978. Its dramatic looks owed a considerable amount to a 1960’s styling concept drawn by Count Albrecht Goertz for Datsun, presumably at a time when they were considering ways to break into the European sports car market. The early cars were powered by a lusty 2.4 litre, straight six, overhead cam engine, developing around 150bhp resulting in a 0-60 time of 8 seconds, and a top speed of 125mph. A five-speed manual gearbox was standard and the car featured independent suspension all round with MacPherson struts at the front and Chapman links at the rear. Rack and pinion power steering and front disc brakes meant that the 240Z was a thoroughly modern package. This evocative 240Z is a super replication of the Nissan works car that was driven by Rauno Altonen and navigated by Jean Todt in the 1972 Monte Carlo Rally finishing in a very creditable third place. It was imported into the UK in 1973, declared built in 1973 and ended up with a 1973 registration number but it’s definitely a ‘72. Prior to selling the car in 2012, its owner at the time, Robert Gaskin, had removed the engine and had the L24 block bored and stroked to the later 2.8-litre spec before carefully + buyer’s premium of 15% including VAT @ 20%
reassembling it and installing it in the car. With some classic rallying in mind, its new owner sent the car to marque experts the ‘Z Farm’ and they carried out some work including fitting a limited slip diff, suspension, upgrading the brakes, a sump guard, some rewiring, lights, and sorting out the complex electrics of a fully equipped rally car. We understand the account for this was in the region of £7-8,000. In 2013 and 2014 the Datsun took part in the Monaco Historique starting from Glasgow on both occasions. Our vendor who predominantly participates in circuit racing purchased the car with the intention of competing in some club rallies to enhance other areas of his driving skill, unfortunately, shortly after its purchase, a health issue dictates that rallying and possibly even circuit racing could cause further discomfort, therefore the car has been unused and has remained in his collection since. Whilst its MSA paperwork may have lapsed, it is our understanding that a few updates to the safety equipment are all that are required to have this cracking car back up and enjoying the limelight. The overall impression is of a really well-detailed and functional competition car and harks back to the ‘big Healey’ days with lots of grunt and rear-wheel drive. As well as historic rallies, the car is suitable for club events with night stages, regularity runs, demonstrations at Race Retro etc. or even just going to the pub on a winter’s evening.
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LOT 315
1970 Ford Escort Mk1 Twin Cam
Bid On Lot 315
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Registration: BLN 315H Chassis Number: BB49JG10472 Engine Number: JG10472 Number of cylinders: 4 CC: 1557 Year of Manufacture: 1970 RHD/LHD: Right Hand Drive Estimate: £42,000 - £47,000
• Coachwork, paintwork, engine, gearbox are reported to all be in “very good” condition • Immaculate interior. Contour front seats.Original ‘Springalex’ steering wheel • Reading only 69,695 (believed genuine) miles, only 2,000 since 2007 • Full inspection and Valuation Certificate from the Ford AVO Owners Club, dated 1989. • Recent electrical overhaul. New starter and battery. New wheel bearing. Wheels balanced • It’s not often that a Mk1Twin Cam of this quality comes onto the open market The arrival of the Escort Twin Cam at the start of 1968 marked the second phase of Ford UK’s production-car based competitions programme that had commenced with the Lotus Cortina. The latter had used the Ford-based 1.6-litre Lotus Twin Cam engine to good effect, and combining this unit with the smaller and lighter Escort bodyshell would prove to be an inspired move. Reputedly, Ford’s Competitions Manager, Henry Taylor, had seen a prototype Escort being tested and recognised its potential. A feasibility study commenced at the Competitions Department’s Boreham factory in March 1967, which proved that although the list of modifications required to install the bulky Twin Cam engine and 2000E gearbox was a lengthy one, the transplant was possible. The project duly got the ‘green light’ and a dedicated Twin Cam production line was set up at Ford’s Halewood plant on Merseyside where the cars were assembled by a hand-picked team using the stronger, export-specification Escort two-door bodyshell. Production proper got underway in the spring of 1968 after the first 25 Twin Cams had been assembled at Boreham. Group 3 homologation (500 units built) was achieved in March ‘68 and apparently, Group 2 (1,000 units) in May, although there may have been some ‘artistic licence’ with this as it’s now clear that Twin Cam production totalled 883 units.
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Competition success had been the Twin Cam’s raison d’être and Ford’s new baby was soon delivering the goods. A pair of the Boreham-built Twin Cams dominated the televised Croft rallycross meeting in February 1968, demonstrating its potential to an audience of millions, while the car’s first major international success was achieved during March when Ove Andersson and John Davenport finished 3rd in the San Remo Rally. The Twin Cam’s first outright win was achieved by Roger Clark in the Circuit of Ireland Rally at Easter. Despite a short works career that ended in 1971, the Escort Twin Cam won the World Rally ‘Championship for Makes’ twice, in 1968 and ‘69, and helped the Alan Mann Racing-entered Frank Gardner take the British Touring Car Championship in ‘68. The Alan Mann cars all used Cosworth’s Formula 2 engine - the FVA - which was based on the Twin Cam cylinder block and thus eligible under the UK’s relaxed Group 5 rules. Ford UK’s fastest production model when launched, the Escort Twin Cam and its Cosworth-engined successors would go on to be Ford’s most successful competition cars prior to the arrival of the Sierra RS Cosworth in the 1980s. To make life easy for aspiring competition drivers the Twin Cam was offered in a ‘Clubman Specification’ fitted with twin fuel tanks, a roll bar, Contour bucket seats and magnesium Minilites and a good number were sold in this form, however this original road-specification Escort TwinCam is a 1970 example finished in Ermine White (nearly all Twin-Cams were) with a black interior and was purchased new for road use. It was ordered with the factory option of a full-length sunroof which does compromise torsional rigidity somewhat, hardly noticeable on the road but not ideal for competition which would explain why BLN 315H has been spared race or rally action over the years. The history file includes a full inspection and valuation certificate from Andrew Wildblood of the Ford AVO owners club, dated 1989. The certificate states that the interior is standard and in good condition, with optional Contour front seats and standard rear seats. The wheels, suspension and engine were found to be standardand the bodyshell was reported to have been restored in the late eighties and in good standard condition.
Today, the coachwork, paintwork, engine, gearbox and interior are reported to all be in “very good” condition with rust-free bodywork, and an immaculate interior which, pleasingly, still retains its original ‘Springalex’ steering wheel. A recent electrical overhaul by an approved auto electrician resulted in a new starter motor and battery being fitted and the car’s electrics are now in good shape. A wheel bearing has recently been replaced and all four wheels balanced at the same time. This smart Escort is definitely cherished and obviously lightly used as it has only covered 2,000 miles in the last eleven years. Supplied with a full year’s MOT, previous test certificates and its V5, this stunning car represents a rare opportunity.
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Reading only 69,695 (believed genuine) miles, it is not often that a Mk1 Twin-Cam of this quality comes onto the open market and with prices continuing to climb, it offers its next owner the chance to own a piece of Ford competitioninspired history. Occasionally at Concours d’Elegance events, there is a category for “The Car the Judges would most like to Take Home” and we are sure that this lovely, unmolested little ‘Twink’ would frequently top that list.
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LOT 315
1970 Ford Escort Mk1 Twin Cam
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LOT 316
1966 Mustang Shelby GT350 Competition replica Bid On Lot 316
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Registration: TRX 378D Chassis Number: 6R09C216843 Engine Number: F12843 Number of cylinders: 8 CC: 4700cc Year of Manufacture: 1966 RHD/LHD: Left Hand Drive Estimate: £42,000 - 50,000
• FIA competition ‘GT350 Shelby Replica’ professionally prepared to the highest standards • Fresh and fully rebuilt Tim Adams engine that has only completed one event, (Mini Tour Britannia) • Very recently updated with new racing seats, seat belts, fuel cell, and all necessary fire safety requirements • On-the-button and ready to race bar a new set of tyres, spanner check, and a change of fluids • NB. The FIA Historic Technical Passport ( Class GTS12, Period 1962-65) expired in 2016 Released in April 1964, Ford Mustang sales figures were nothing short of incredible, with nearly one million units sold in the first eighteen months of production. Thanks to his successes with the Ford-powered 1963-1964 Shelby Cobra, Texan farmer and seasoned racing driver Carroll Shelby was the obvious man to be entrusted with turning a stock Mustang into a successful challenger that could be entered into the Sports Car Championship of America (SCCA) and take on the might of the General Motors Chevrolet Corvette, and so soon after, development of the car was underway at Shelby’s Marina del Rey facility in Los Angeles, California. Unveiled in January 1965 at a basic price of $4,547, and based on a Mustang Fastback, the Shelby GT-350 was effectively a stiff, loud and fast road-legal race car. Under the hood lurked a 289cu.in. V8 producing 306 BHP and the suspension and brakes were extensively modified. The 1966 GT-350 gained Plexiglas rear windows instead of vents, side scoops for improved rear brake cooling and a thin bar grille. These changes translated into numerous successes on the race track and the legendary Shelby GT-350 was born. The car presented here is a left-hand drive 1966 Mustang Fastback, from the second year of manufacture. From its VIN number, we can establish that it is a two-door Fastback, that was built in San Jose, California during 1966 and was initially fitted with a 289 2V engine. Superbly presented in Race Red Paint with the instantly
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identifiable cobra stripes, this FIA competition specification ‘Shelby Replica’ was professionally prepared to the highest standards by AWS Engineering historic motorsport specialists and the 4.7-litre V8 engine was expertly assembled by Tim Adams, for reliable competition use. With the intention of returning to the circuits theMustang was updated recently with all new safety equipment including racing seats, belts, fuel cell, and fire safety equipment, however, due to a change in circumstances the car is now to be offered for sale. The FIA Historic Technical Passport ( Class GTS12, Period 1962-65) expired in 2016 and will need renewing before the new owner can compete in many of Europe’s most prestigious motorsport events. Offered with a very realistic guide, on-the-button, and ready to race after a quick spanner check and a change of fluids. Complete with the expired FIA HTP papers, a folder of invoices, and a current UK V5.
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Registration: NHN 620K Chassis Number: 7110260379E Engine Number: N25297 Number of cylinders: 4 CC: 1558 Year of Manufacture: 1971 RHD/LHD: Right Hand Drive Estimate: £30,000 - £40,000
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Cars & Motorcycles
LOT 317
1971 Lotus Elan Sprint FHC
• Attractively presented in the rare Sprint livery of Pistachio Green over Cirrus White • A genuine, home-market FHC ‘Sprint’ model • New chassis fitted in 1997 and a full restoration between 2001-2003, including many new parts • Packed history file with numerous invoices and old MOT Certificates When Colin Chapman was drawing up plans to replace the slightly troublesome Elite, he was intent on sticking to the glassfibre monocoque principle and using a Ford-based twin cam 1000cc engine (effectively creating a rather expensive Lotus Spridget). However, serendipity got in the way and a steel backbone chassis, designed for testing the prototypesmainly because the mechanical parts needed to be attached to something for testing-had proved such a successful and cost-effective solution that it was adopted for production. Meanwhile, other larger variants of the Ford Kent block, up from 997cc to 1340cc, became available and Chapman was eager to exploit the potential for extra performance. So by the time the 1962 Type 26 Elan Roadster took to the roads, it had moved up a class. The glassfibre-bodied Elan may only have been available initially as a Roadster Kit but its specification was very advanced and adhered to Chapman’s “just add lightness” engineering philosophy. Power came from Harry Mundy’s Ford-based Lotus 1558cc dohc engine, it was fitted with disc brakes all round, and the independent suspension was set up to optimise ride quality and handling finesse, qualities for which this little car is still admired. It soon sired other derivatives including the Type 26R racer, the Type 36 fixedhead coupe, the Type 45 drop-head coupe, and the Type 50 Elan +2 of 1967. The 1971 Elan Sprint was essentially based on the Series 4 Elan bodyshell and was primarily designed to rekindle demand and improve the performance of the nineyear-old sports car. Conceived by Lotus Sales Director, Graham Arnold, the Sprint’s most notable feature was the horizontally-split two-tone paintwork echoing the livery of + buyer’s premium of 15% including VAT @ 20%
the Gold Leaf Team Lotus Formula One cars. Meanwhile providing the ‘go to match the show’ a new big-valve cylinder head with high-lift cams and a raised compression ratio, the work of Engineering Director Tony Rudd, provided a 25% increase in power to 126bhp. The drivetrain was suitably toughened and braced and the front callipers were redesigned to cope with the increased performance. The car presented here is a genuine home-market FHC Sprint model that was first registered in 1972 and is particularly striking in the more rarely seen Sprint livery of Pistachio Green over Cirrus White. We are advised that the car was fitted with a new chassis in circa 1997 and that between 2001-2003 it underwent extensive restoration. The latter involved a complete strip-down and re-spray, an engine rebuild (believed to have been done by marque specialist ‘Nick Stagg Engineering’), conversion to unleaded compatibility, an overhaul of the steering, suspension and brakes, a new interior, and the fitting of a host of new parts (see image attached for details). An interesting history file accompanies the little coupe and includes a record of all journeys from 1979 at 23,377 miles through to December 1985 at 47,133 miles, showing just how cherished this car has been. In the years that followed, it appears that it was only lightly used after being restored, as by 2007 the mileage indicated was still just 48,000 (approximately) and to date is only 52,525. There is an invoice for a recent service at 52,498 miles, MOT Certificates from 2006 to 2018, plus numerous invoices for work/ maintenance/parts (from 2002 up to 2018, totalling almost £15,000) from specialists ‘Christopher Neil Lotus’, ‘Paul Matty Sports Cars’, and ‘QED Motorsport Ltd’. Furthermore, there are specific invoices from 2008 that might indicate further restoration, plus £3,131 spent with Paul Matty in 2012 for various maintenance items. There is no doubt that NHN 620K has received more than its share of care and attention and continues to look crisp and fresh. We understand that it’s as agile and eager as a ‘Sprint’ should be and imagine that Mr Chapman, whose signature is etched into the steering wheel, would be proud that his inspired creation is as desirable now as the day it rolled out of Hethel all those years ago.
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LOT 318
1988 Porsche 911 3.2 Carrera ‘Club Sport’ Bid On Lot 318
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Registration: E744 CPC Chassis Number: WPOZZZ91ZS551023 Engine Number: 63J03246 Number of cylinders: 6 CC: 3.2 Year of Manufacture: 1988 RHD/LHD: Right Hand Drive Estimate: £95,000 - £110,000
• One of 340 Club Sports, only 53 in right-hand drive (Number 22) • Superbly presented in Grand Prix White with Guards Red Fuchs alloys • LSD, 5-speed G50, shortened gear lever, ‘Sport’ shock absorbers, top-tinted screen • Official UK press car. Extensive history file. 89,500 miles.Full service history • Certificate of Authenticity. Original Bill of Sale. Both original keys When Porsche wanted to build a 911RS for the 1980s, it came up with the Carrera 3.2 Club Sport, a car which, like an RS, has gone on to become a sought-after classic. In common with the RS before it, the key to the Club Sport is lightness. Without going crazy, Porsche sliced around 40kg off the standard car’s 1210kg. This was done by omitting unnecessary ‘luxuries’ including electric windows, rear seats, rear wiper, radio, rear quarter panels, door pocket lids, central locking, engine-and luggage-compartment lights, passenger sun visor, underseal (although some UK cars retained some protection), some sound-deadening (that in the engine bay and roof lining remained), and even the coat hooks. There were manual heater controls (as fitted on earlier 911s) instead of an automatic thermostat system, whilst air-conditioning was deleted in markets where that was standard. In addition, the car was fitted with a lighter starter motor, simplified (and therefore lighter) wiring loom, and an alloy spare wheel. Despite the reduced specification, the Club Sport’s interior was far from austere, with full carpeting (including over the rear seat area, and comfortable pinstripe fabric seats (some examples had leather seats). Mechanically, the car retained the standard 3.2 engine, albeit blueprinted, fitted with lighter hollow inlet valves, and located on stiffer mounts. A revised engine management system increased the rev limit from 6520rpm to 6840rpm but, bizarrely, Porsche didn’t claim any increase in power
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over the standard engine’s 231bhp. The power was fed through a G50 gearbox with a shorter throw and taller fourth and fifth gears, and a limited-slip differential. Suspension, meanwhile, was uprated with nothing more than Bilstein gas dampers all round. The majority of Club Sport’s were finished in Grand Prix White with the option of large ‘Carrera CS’side decals in Guards Red. The Fuchs alloy wheels usually had matching red centres, but could also be specified in black or white. Only 340 Club Sports were built, with 53 right-hand-drive examples coming to the UK, where road testers received it with open arms; Motor claimed it to be the fastest 911 it had driven, and good value at some £3,000 cheaper than the standard car. However, it was less warmly received by the US press, who couldn’t see the point of paying over the odds (the car was priced higher in that market) for a Porsche with a reduced specification. Indeed, only 28 examples were sold in the USA. The example we have here is finished in Grand Prix White and Black leatherette with pinstripe black seats. It’s fitted with an LSD, 5-speed G50, shortened gear lever, forged alloy wheels, ‘Sport’ shock absorbers, top tinted windscreen, and Clubsport Equipment. It also retains its original Blaupunkt radio cassette. This stunning 3.2 Club Sport (number 22 out of the 53 RHD UK cars delivered) was supplied through JCT600 in Bradford to Porsche themselves and subsequently became the official Press Car as confirmed by the history file. This is a superb read and even includes an original press release (addressed to Mr Tony Dron!). The car has been sold throughout the years by both Porsche themselves and well respected Porsche specialists. The service history mirrors this and dates all the way back to the initial Running-in service, with invoices to verify back to 1992. The original invoice from Porsche GB to the first private owner is also included. Supplied with all the history detailed above, The Porsche CoA, the stamped original service booklet, 2 original keys and the current MOT Certificate valid until 15/11/2019. The 3.2 Club Sport is a very rare machine, a desirable 80s Porsche for the serious collector, and one with such an interesting history is a real gem.
Cars & Motorcycles
LOT 318
1988 Porsche 911 3.2 Carrera ‘Club Sport’
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LOT 319 Cars & Motorcycles
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• A 1965, 1.8-litre, carburettor car run and prepared by well-respected marque experts, Laranca Engineering • Originally a German registered car, built into an FIA race car in ‘92 by Frick Motorsport GmbH • Owned by our vendor since 2006, last outing in 2012. New FIA HTP papers have been applied for • Professionally prepared, still competitive and very sensibly guided The BMW ‘Neue Klasse’ was a line of saloons and coupés produced between 1962 and 1977 and, introduced in September 1963, the BMW 1800 was the second member of the ‘New Class’ family. These models ensured BMW’s solvency after the company’s financial crisis of the 1950s and started to establish BMW’s legacy as the builder of sporting saloons. This, very desirable, 1965 BMW 1800 was originally a German-registered road car and remained a road car until 1992. Frick Motorsport GmBH then built the car into an FIA race car and it has remained in competition ever since. Owned by our vendor since 2006 and during his ownership, the very well respected marque experts, Laranca Engineering, have prepared and run the car to the highest standards. It hasn’t raced since 2012 so the FIA papers need renewing, but new papers have recently been applied for by Laranca. Accompanied by an interesting history file, this ‘65 1800 is very sensibly guided, especially considering its eligibility for so many high-profile events throughout Europe, along with being professionally prepared to the highest of standards.
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Registration: Not Specified Chassis Number: 1417801 Engine Number: Not Specified Number of cylinders: 4 CC: 1773 Year of Manufacture: 1965 RHD/LHD: Left Hand Drive Estimate: £40,000 - £45,000
1965 BMW 1800
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Registration: KUR 605C Chassis Number: C-A2S7/549862 Engine Number: 9F-SA-X/29773 Number of cylinders: 4 CC: 970 Year of Manufacture: 1964 RHD/LHD: Right Hand Drive Estimate: £36,000 - £42,000
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Cars & Motorcycles
LOT 320
1964 Austin Mini Cooper 970 ‘S’
• The short-stroke, 65bhp, 970S was a real ‘Homologation Special’ • Expensive to manufacture, so it was a special-order model with only 963 examples produced • Finished in Surf Blue with an Old English White roof and the correct Powder Blue/Gold Brocade Grey vinyl trim • Superbly restored to a remarkable standard. Accompanied by a large history/restoration file and a Heritage Certificate • This is one of the rarest versions of the Cooper ‘S’ making this a highly collectable car To many, its designer Alec Issigonis included, the notion that the Mini might have a future as anything other than basic transport was an anathema, and the idea of a highperformance version was laughable. One man, though, saw it quite differently. Racing car manufacturer John Cooper already knew quite a bit about tuning BMC’s A-Series engine - he was running the company’s Formula Junior effort at the time - and a test drive in a prototype Mini convinced him of its competition potential. John Cooper appealed to BMC Management, with Issigonis’ concerns being disregarded and the two good friends eventually cooperated in creating what rapidly became, and still remains, a legendary little motor car - the Mini Cooper. The more powerful Mini Cooper ‘S’ appeared in 1963 and quickly established itself as the basis for competitionfocused models. Larger disc brakes, more luxurious upholstery and discrete ‘S’ badges on the bonnet and boot were subtle upgrades with the real changes made to the adaptable A-series engine. With competition in mind, in 1964 Cooper produced two ‘S’ models specifically for circuit racing in the under 1000cc and under 1300cc classes respectively (rated at 970cc and 1275cc). The road-going 970 ‘S’ was a real ‘Homologation Special’, specifically produced with the under 1-litre class of the BSCC in mind. Its specialist short-stroke engine produced 65bhp but was expensive to manufacture, so BMC made it a special-order model, and consequently, very few were sold (with even fewer remaining today). The 970 ‘S’ was only produced from June + buyer’s premium of 15% including VAT @ 20%
1964 until April 1965, with just 963 examples supplied, making it one of the rarest and most sought-after Mini models. The car presented here is a right-hand drive, home marketsupplied, Austin Mini Cooper 970 ‘S’ manufactured on 25th November 1964, originally in Old English White with a Black roof, and sold through ‘H.A. Saunders Ltd.’ of Hertfordshire although, perhaps being an expensive specialist model, it wasn’t until the 10th August 1965 that it was first registered. The history file suggests it was subsequently bought by a Mr B.L. Francis of Warminster near Bath, supposedly after he saw it advertised for sale in the Clifton area of Bristol whilst on the way to watch the racing at nearby Castle Combe circuit. In the early 1980s, Mr Francis moved to Aldershot, taking his beloved Mini (by now painted Red) with him, only selling it in September/October 2001 to Mr M.R. Brown of Southampton. By December 2001 it had been acquired by Mr C.P Harris, also of Southampton, who was a real Mini enthusiast and set about tracing the car’s history and requesting a Heritage Certificate. A handwritten note on his headed paper describes him inspecting the car for the first time - “I couldn’t believe what I was looking at. To look at the engine with the rocker cover off revealed an AEG 163 head and forged rockers. All the numbers checked out, this little gem was a 970 Cooper S!” He bought the car and set about a thorough restoration of it, and by 2005 the bodywork and paint (now Surf Blue with Old English White roof) were completed, and a new wiring loom fitted. The restoration was to take a few more years, with the car passing through a couple more owners, before being bought and enjoyed by Chris Middlehurst - a talented young racing driver and son of Andy Middlehurst, the former British Saloon Car Champion who now participates in the Historic Formula One Championship. Our vendor wanted the best 970 ‘S’ he could find for his collection and met with Chris and Andy to view their car. Their classic car enthusiasm and knowledge - they campaign another Mini Cooper together - meant a deal was done and this splendid 970 ‘S’ was bought. Sadly, unforeseen circumstances mean our vendor must now part with a few of his cars and is keen that they go to likeminded enthusiasts. This is a super little Mini and would be a credit to any new owner.
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LOT 321
1956 BMW 502 V8
Bid On Lot 321
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Registration: 888 JMT Chassis Number: 61-595 Engine Number: Not Specified Number of cylinders: 8 Year of Manufacture: 1956 RHD/LHD: Right Hand Drive Estimate: £25,000 - £30,000
• ’888 JMT’ is one of just 12 right-hand drive examples of this elegant post-war saloon • Good history. The original buff log book shows AFN as the first registered keeper • Now has a competition focus, raced at Goodwood by well-known drivers such as Marc Surer and Alan Jones • Access to the glamour of Goodwood, whilst remaining a rare and stylish road car with lots of provenance The BMW 502 was a luxury saloon built by BMW from 1954 until 1958, and in terms of character and style, is often regarded as the ancestor of the current 7-Series. BMW’s first post-war car, the 501, was aa somewhat underpowered and uncompetitive 6-cylinder limousine and the company’s response, launched at the 1954 Geneva Motor Show, was the 502, an altogether liveliermachine with its V8 engine, and subtle styling changes. There were four variants offered with the 3.2-litre Super at the top of the range. The 502 was Germany’s first post-war car with a V8, but its high price of 17,450DM resulted in low sales figures, with only 190 units being sold in its first year of production, and total production of the 3.2-litre V8 variant standing at 3,865. Very few 502s were manufactured in right-hand drive, and ‘888 JMT’ is seemingly one of just twelve cars produced in this format. Our vendor purchased this rare car directly from BMW dealer Richard Cound many years ago as a road car but, during his ownership, the car has been given a competition focus. A regular in the St. Mary’s Trophy at the Goodwood Revival meeting over the years, it has been driven by many famous racing drivers including Marc Surer and Alan Jones, 1980 F1 World Champion. As is sometimes the case when racing hard around the fast flowing corners of Goodwood the original engine had a bit of a bad day and the powerunit currently in the car is a period correct, 2.6 V8 that’s fresh from a rebuild, having only covered 250 miles since. Included with the car are the original block and remanufactured engine parts including pistons, liners, valves, etc, so the original engine could be re-commissioned and returned to the car ensuring originality. Our vendor
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runs a highly respected BMW racing team and has also run and looked after the car whilst in competition trim, so understands this classic BMW well. Before enjoying the sights and sounds of Goodwood, we understand this 1956 BMW 502 may well have been the original Earls Court Motorshow car which, given how the original buff logbook (which accompanies the car) shows AFN Ltd as the first keeper, could well have been the case. Accompanying that original log book are a variety of older MoTs and a letter from a previous owner in 1975 going through various details such as parts included and registration documents. This rare and special car offers unique access to the glamour of Goodwood, whilst remaining a rare and stylish road car with a certain Teutonic cachet.
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Registration: EVG446H Chassis Number: 1R13341 Engine Number: 7R12151-9 Number of cylinders: 6 CC: 4.2 Year of Manufacture: 1970 RHD/LHD: Left Hand Drive Estimate: £65,000 - £75,000
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Cars & Motorcycles
LOT 322
1970 Jaguar E Type 4.2 Series 2 Roadster
• Matching numbers with a Jaguar Heritage Certificate • Ex-California dry state car • Total repaint and converted to European Specification • New suspension, brakes and exhaust • New Mohair hood with restored frame Coming from a private collection, this left-hand drive, Calfornia E-Type was purchased by the previous owner who was looking for a dry-state car that was solid underneath. Once back in the UK it went through a comprehensive but sympathetic restoration and has recently benefitted from over £20,000 of expenditure. The car was fully repainted in its original Signal Red and visited Aldridge Trimming where it was treated to a new Mohair hood, the hood frame restored, and whilst the original seats were fine the cushions have been replaced. The suspension and brakes have been replaced in their entirety and the car now proudly sports a new exhaust system. Whilst being repainted, the US Federal Regulation side lights have been removed returning the car to the much more attractive European look. The engine has had a top end overhaul and we understand, runs superbly with no overheating problems. The bumpers have been re-chromed, all the exterior lights are new and a set of brand new tyres have been fitted. The underside of this car is virtually immaculate and will reward any inspection, accompanied by its tool roll and original jack, Jaguar Heritage Certificate confirming the numbers, and its UK Registration, all the boxes appear to be ticked. With an MOT until May, with no advisories, and sensibly guided, this superbly restored Series II could be a very sensible investment.
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LOT 323
1994 Saab 900 Turbo-Abbott Racing Bid On Lot 323
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Registration: Not Specified Chassis Number: 012 Engine Number: Not Specified Number of cylinders: 4 CC: 1993cc Year of Manufacture: 1994 RHD/LHD: Right Hand Drive Estimate: £22,500 - £27,500
• Built by Abbott Racing in 1994 to compete in the Foxboro Production Saloon Championship • Debuted in May 1994 at Thruxton with Ian Flux on board • Ran in the Group N specification Championships in 1995/6 and at the Nurburgring 24 Hrs (Gruppe A). • Multiple podiums in the last 3 seasons. Class wins at Oulton Park and Spa • Eligible for Classic Sports Car Club; ‘Modern Classics’ and ‘Turbo Tin Tops’. Saab’s much-loved old-shape 900 was in production for decades and by the time it was replaced in 1993, there was a huge and intensely loyal group of buyers awaiting the new car with interest. What they got was a re-bodied and re-engineered Vauxhall Cavalier with typically eccentric Saab touches. The second or ‘new generation’ Saab 900 ( NG900) was built on GM’s GM2900 platform and was to stay in production through until 1998 before being replaced by the 9-3. Only the five-door was available at the October 1993 launch and engines were either 2.0 or 2.3-litre four cylinders (and a 2.0-litre turbo version) or the Vauxhall-made 2.5-litre V6. The turbo four was powerful (more so than the V6) and smooth, aided by Saab’s special engine balance shafts. The three-door arrived in February 1994, however, initial sales in the UK were a little disappointing and Saab decided to move their motorsport emphasis away from the 9000CS and focus on the New Generation range. The Abbott Racing Saab 9000CS had proved to be all-conquering winning Production Saloon Championships in 1992/3 so it seemed logical that they would be asked to prepare and race the new 900 Turbo. The car offered here was built by Abbott Racing in 1994 to compete in the Foxboro Production Saloon Championship and the Group N specification Championships in 1995/6. It made its debut in May 1994 at Thruxton with Ian Flux on board whilst Lionel Abbott drove the 9000 CS to keep points racking up for the 1994 Foxboro Championship title. In 1995, running with the new regulations, the season
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was highlighted with a win at Silverstone in October and numerous podium finishes. Prepared to ‘Gruppe A’ regulations, the car took part in the Nurburgring 24hrs driven by Lionel Abbott, Richard Dean, Chris Goodwin and Ian Flux, running as high as 9th overall until an accident at 23.30hrs into the race. During the night, in cold and wet conditions, it was second fastest only to ’Smoking Joe Wilkenhock’ in the works entered BMW Schnitzer 2.0-litre 320S. The 1996 season saw wins at Oulton Park and Silverstone.With the arrival of the 9-3, the car was retired from top-level racing and remained with Abbott Racing until purchased by a Saab enthusiast living in France. It was eventually bought by our vendor who has enjoyed three seasons racing in the Classic Sports Car Club. ‘Modern Classics’ and ‘Turbo Tin Tops’. In his hands, it has enjoyed multiple podiums and has recently had class wins at Oulton Park and Spa-Francorchamps. This is the only Abbott Racing Saab to come to the open market with wins to its name and Nürburgring 24hrs history.
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LOT 324
1993 Vauxhall Lotus Carlton
Registration: K909 MFG Chassis Number: SCC000019N1231798 Engine Number: 30N60857 Number of cylinders: 6 CC: 3615 Year of Manufacture: 1993 RHD/LHD: Right Hand Drive Estimate: £28,000 - £32,000
• One of 284 RHD Lotus Carltons produced.377bhp with a superbly-balanced rear-drive chassis • Original, unmodified, two owners in total from new, current owner for 23 years • In wonderful condition that truly belies the indicated 99,150 miles • The Imperial Green pearlescent paint retains a deep shine. Unmarked Anthracite leather • Original Grundig radio/cassette and CD auto-changer. Tracker on a lifetime subscription • Lotus Certificate of Provenance, and a rare Lotus Carlton Workshop Manual The legendary Lotus Carlton is the kind of car that comes along once in a generation. At a time when really fast fourdoor saloons were the preserve of BMW and Mercedes, this Vauxhall (Opel) derived super saloon arrived on the scene demolishing the opposition. Oddly, it wasn’t its huge performance or masculine good looks that created the most fuss, but the fact that the Daily Mail was so outraged by its stated top speed of 176mph, that it declared it too fast for British roads. Of course, the Lotus Carlton - or Type 104 to Lotus aficionados - was nothing of the sort, and although it shared its major components with a mainstream executive car, its level of development across every aspect of automotive dynamics had resulted in a truly special performance car. It was powered by a twin-turbo version of the venerable straight-six used in the range-topping Senator, which developed a remarkable 377bhp. To achieve that figure, Lotus had put a lot of work into the 3.6-litre power unit, uprating and strengthening the bottom end, porting the 24-valve cylinder head (from the Carlton GSI), and fitting forged ‘slipper pistons’ made by Mahle atop new Lotusdesigned connecting rods tied to a counterweighted, forged steel crankshaft. The gearbox was the same six-speeder used in the Corvette ZR-1, the only transmission in GM’s + buyer’s premium of 15% including VAT @ 20%
parts bin, capable of handling the car’s monster torque. AP Group-C derived brakes - four-pot calipers with 330mm ventilated discs at the front and two-pot at the rear - sat behind specially developed Goodyear tyres. Purchased by our vendor in 1996, Lotus Carlton #811 is one of the original 284 right-hand-drive examples produced between 1990 to 1992 and has been serviced only by Lotus main agents up to 98,000miles in 2006.The car became a second car from around 2000 and enjoyed its retirement from daily use on sunny weekend trips to local car shows clocking up around 5,000 miles over the following 18 years. Today the car presents in a condition the truly belies its 99,150 miles. The Imperial Green 2-coat pearlescent paint (code E355) shines with a deep gloss and the Anthracite leather interior shows no signs of wear, in fact, this example will put many cars with a third of the miles to shame and is a testament to our vendor’s fastidious care over a 23 year SHULRG 6LWWLQJ RQ D GHFHQW VHW RI 2(0 *RRG\HDU (DJOH · tyres and said to run and drive extremely well, the car is to be offered with its original book pack including a fully stamped service book, supporting invoices, spare keys, tool kit, current V5c, older MOTs, a Lotus Certificate of Provenance, and a rare Lotus Carlton Workshop Manual. Pleasingly, it remains fitted with the original Grundig radio/ cassette and CD auto-changer - with security code cards and benefits from an integrated tracking system (Tracker) with lifetime subscription, a recent MOT and a full service from a marque specialist. To summarise, this low ownership, unmolested Carlton is in outstanding condition and is being offered at a realistic guide which represents great value and may also turn out to be a great future investment.
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LOT 325
1959 Austin-Healey ‘Sebring’ Sprite Evocation Bid On Lot 325
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Registration: 994 DTA Chassis Number: AN524345 Engine Number: 8G10/R/J6585 Number of cylinders: 4 CC: 998 Year of Manufacture: 1959 RHD/LHD: Right Hand Drive Estimate: £16,000 - £19,000
• Bought by our vendor in 1990 and prepared for Rallying with regular success • Laid up for 10 years until 2006 when it was rebuilt as a ‘Sebring Sprite by the late Brian Archer • New fastback, bonnet, roll cage, Bill Richards engine, CR box, discs, alternator etc • Several years sprinting & hill climbing. Won the Phil Meek Handicap Trophy in 2010 • Engine fully rebuilt by Race Techniques in 2013. Not raced since The Austin Healey Sprite was conceived during the early months of 1956 at a meeting between Austin’s Leonard Lord and Donald Healey, to fill a gap in the market left by the demise of the MG TD and TF Midgets, which had been replaced by the larger MGA. The go-ahead was given for Donald Healey to design a small, inexpensive and fun sports car capable of filling the gap in the existing market. The target was to produce a sports car for the price of a Morris Minor - around £600. Primary responsibility for the project lay with Geoffrey Healey, son of Donald, with the chassis designed by Barry Bilbie and the body styled by Gerry Coker, the designer of the Austin Healey 100. The design had to be simple and inexpensive to produce - and this was certainly achieved with the new ‘Sprite’ which with its cheeky looks and smiley face rapidly became known as the Frogeye Those of us with grey hair will remember the days when Club Motorsport was just that, a bunch of enthusiasts using their day to day transport for Autotests, sprints and hill climbs. The gradual addition of big-bore exhausts, lowered springs, an extra carburettor or a skimmed head made all the difference to your times and an extra 8bhp on top of the original 42 was significant. The nimble Sprite naturally fitted well into this lifestyle and readily responded to the growing number of performance parts advertised in magazines like Car and Car Conversions. However, no matter how your Frogeye went and handled, or how smart it looked, your world would have been turned upside down by the arrival of John Sprinzel’s simply beautiful Sebring Sprite. The Sprinzel Sebring Sprite Coupé was introduced to the world at the London Racing Car Show in January 1961, and whilst only six examples were originally produced, two of these were raced at Sebring in 1961 in the hands of Pat (S221) and Stirling Moss (PMO 200) thus enhancing the marque’s pedigree. Lots of attempts were made, in period, to give the Austin Healey Sprite a competition advantage,
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some less than successful and some like Lenham and WSM did very well, but none ended up as revered as the John Sprinzel cars. Archers Garage located in Oldbury, nr. Birmingham has been long associated with British Sports Cars and re-created the pretty, streamlined hardtop and bonnet in the early nineties from an original Sprinzel car. Their work includes routine servicing of customers’ cars, production and assembly of Sebring Sprite body sections and, occasionally, complete cars. Brian Archer had wanted to re-produce John Sprinzel’s very pretty streamlined Sebring Sprite for some years and was finally able to do so in the early 1990s. The hardtop from the original WJB 707 and a good Sebring bonnet were the basis for the creation of the moulds, and from these many fibreglass replica parts have been produced and marketed for 20 years. Incidentally, Archers are the only company to have gained John Sprinzel’s approval. This is the story of a Leaf Green, Austin Healey Sprite dating from 1959 that had been leading the sort of normal life that Frogeyes do until one day in 1990 it became part of a new family. In our vendor’s words, “Our family bought “Kermie” in 1990 after one of our daughters fell in love with Frogeye Sprites at a race meeting in Silverstone. The car was rebuilt for rallying, competing in all manner of events. Starting from Berlin in 1992 we were in a class winning position in The Monte Carlo Challenge, when, high up in the Savoy Alps, the engine blew up...big time! Later, it went on to finish 2nd overall in the Speed Sport Night Rally Championship in Wales and even took to the forests in the Historic section of the RAC Rally! After a slight “contretemps” with a Devon wall, whilst competing in The Bristow Rally, “Kermie” was tucked away at the back of the garage and forgotten for 10 years. In 2006, “Sebring” Sprites were a feature car at The Goodwood Festival of Speed and it was there that I met the late Brian Archer (Archers Garage Ltd). Over the next couple of years, the car was totally rebuilt by Archers Garage and transformed into a Midnight Blue “Sebring Sprite” with a new fastback, bonnet, roll cage, competition engine (Bill Richards Racing), close ratio gearbox, disc brakes, alternator etc. Very sadly, as the car was nearing completion, Brian became ill and passed away. Kermie is, therefore, the last “Sebring” to have been prepared by Brian.
In the second half of its life with the family, we enjoyed several seasons sprinting and hill climbing with the Austin Healey Club managing, no less, to win the Phil Meek Handicap Trophy in 2010. In 2013 the engine was again rebuilt by Mike Parry of Race Techniques in Cheltenham, but as I got distracted by other things (!) we have not run the car in competition since.” After many years in International Rallying and racing sports cars and single seaters, our vendor is rather reluctantly hanging up his racing boots and the family have other interests so Kermie needs to find a new family. Looking splendid in Midnight Blue, the Healey is road registered (994 DTA) and will be freshly MOT’d prior to the sale. After its 2013 rebuild by Race Techniques, the car has not been used in anger so the engine is effectively zerohours although, on a subsequent visit to the rolling road, the little 998cc A-Series generated a healthy 60bhp and the appropriate print-outs are in the substantial owner’s file. Having been run at ‘National’ level during the last few years
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the safety-related equipment, roll cage, seats, fire systems, fuel tank, and harnesses all conformed to the regs, however, potential purchasers are advised to check their suitability and currency. The substantial History File covers nearly three decades and includes dozens of invoices, the car’s Heritage Certificate, the V5, the current MoT, and some wonderfully evocative photographs. Special bodied Sprites and Midgets from the sixties are now properly back in fashion with dedicated races at Goodwood and a number of prestigious classic events, and it wouldn’t take much to develop ‘Kermie’ into a full-blown circuit racer. Or perhaps the car’s next owner may prefer to use it doing what it was designed for, with an occasional sprint at Curborough or a Saturday on the hills at Shelsley or Prescott followed by a trip to the pub on Sunday lunchtime. Whatever Kermie is used for, the car will always carry a little piece of the DNA of three men who so influenced British sports cars and grassroots motorsport in the early sixties, Donald Healey, John Sprinzell and Brian Archer.
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LOT 326
1993 Subaru Impreza Rally Car
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Registration: L488 HWL Chassis Number: GC8010982 Engine Number: EJ20-887294 Number of cylinders: 4 CC: 1994 Year of Manufacture: 1993 RHD/LHD: Right Hand Drive Estimate: £20,000 - £30,000
• Originally owned by Prodrive - used as a recce car • Recent engine rebuild by Graham Sweet and 6-speed JDM gearbox rebuilt by John Roberts • Has MSA Passport and UK V5c and will have an MoT prior to sale • A perfect candidate to take tarmac rallying Subaru’s first venture on to the world stage was at the 1980 Safari Rally with the un-competitive Leone model, and the arduous African event would remain the focus of the firm’s rally campaign for several years. In 1990 Subaru started what was to become a fruitful and legendary partnership with Dave Richards motorsport firm Prodrive, who would undertake the building and running of their World Rally Championship programme. Beginning with the Subaru Legacy, the 4WD’s turbocharged engine and the addition of driver Markku Alen to the Prodrive ‘Works’ team, outright victory at international level continued to prove elusive. However, it was not long before a Scotsman by the name of Colin McRae started making a name for himself resulting in becoming British Rally Champion in 1991 and 1992. 1993 saw the arrival of the new Subaru Impreza Turbo and it wasn’t until the following season that the car was available to Colin McRae and teammate Carlos Sainz to campaign in the WRC. The next three seasons brought huge successes in the form of manufacturers championships and a World Drivers Crown for McRae in 1995. Richard Burns sealed a drivers championship in 2001 as did Norwegian Petter Solberg in 2003 firmly placing the Subaru Impreza and Prodrive in the history books of the WRC. Offered here is a 1993 Subaru Impreza ‘GC8’chassis designation first registered and owned by Prodrive. It was used as a ‘recce’car by the Allstars Team and, in the intervening years, was used on national stage rallies in the UK. As with all rally cars, it has led a hard life and inevitably has had panels replaced from time to time and even, we believe, a new bodyshell at one point. Most recently, and some 70 stage miles ago, the engine
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was fully rebuilt by Graham Sweet (who built the engine originally at Prodrive), to include; a new crank, new Omega Pistons, Group ‘A’ rods, new baffled sump, new cam pulleys and belts, new fuel pump, a new VF34 turbo, and a GEMS ECU which has been mapped by Dave Griffiths of Interpro to produce 304 bhp and 366 lbs torque. Married to the engine is a 6-speed JDM gearbox which has been rebuilt by John Roberts and has completed 0 miles since. R180 differentials and shafts are fitted along with a new Exedy clutch. The car retains its original Prodrive 50mm jumbo Bilstein dampers which again have covered just 70 stage miles since being fully rebuilt by Bilstein. The interior features a Peltor intercom system, Brantz trip meter and maps lights. All prospective bidders should satisfy themselves as to the currency and legality of all safety equipment in this car. The car currently rides on 18” wheels shod with good Hankook tyres. Supplied with its MSA passport, a UK V5c, and a fresh MOT prior to the sale, this piece of Prodrive history would make a superb tarmac car for any budding rally driver.
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1996 Porsche 911 (993) Turbo
Registration: N396 SGX Chassis Number: WP0ZZZ99ZTS371615 Engine Number: 61T03126 Number of cylinders: 6 CC: 3596 Year of Manufacture: 1996 RHD/LHD: Right Hand Drive Estimate: £90,000 - £110,000
• Seriously purposeful in ‘Triple Black’. Wonderful condition throughout • 62,341 miles (warranted) and a fresh MOT (Jan. 2020) • Purchased by our vendor in Feb. 2016 at 61,375 miles in very good condition • Further investment of £31,500 including a glass-out respray by top Porsche-sanctioned professionals • 14 service stamps (specialists/ main dealers). Most recent-Porsche Centre Guildford, 31/5/2018 at 62,154 miles
The car was purchased in February 2016 by our vendor from a recognised dealer with an indicated mileage of 61,375 and, although it was in excellent condition, he proceeded to invest heavily in the pursuit of perfection. Invoices in the folder since the car’s purchase in 2016 total just over £31,500 including a glass-out, full respray and then a clear PPF (paint protection film) wrap applied to fully protect it.This work was carried out by top Porscheapproved painters, the team behind Porsche GB’s 911 70th anniversary sanctioned restorations and an Official Porsche Classic Partner.
• In period, there was simply nothing to touch the 993 Turbo The 993 Turbo, introduced in mid-1995, retained a tight hold on the torch of the most powerful 911 variant whilst continuing the general development and improvements to the breed as a whole. Amongst the new features on the Turbo was an electronically controlled, viscous coupling, all-wheel-drive system, something Porsche had not offered on a turbocharged model since the 959 and a system that greatly improved the driveability of the car. Under the engine lid, now topped with a sculpted spoiler tail with downturned edges, lived the 3.6-litre, flat-six force-fed by twin K16 turbos. Combined with bigger brakes, fatter tires, a wide body and lower stance, the 993 Turbo was one of the fastest cars on the planet. With all four wheels helping to evenly distribute great handfuls of power, 0-60mph was dispatched in a staggering 3.7 seconds, 100mph whistled by in a further 5.7 seconds, and the linear forward thrust continued until the speedometer needle had said goodbye to 180mph and you were on conversational terms with the horizon. This, right-hand drive, UK-supplied 993 Turbo, was supplied by JCT Newcastle in Triple Black with Optional Sports seats. The deep Black gloss, black interior, black carpets, and black wheels combined with the Turbo’s low stance tends to suggest, if not menace exactly, more of a ‘do not mess with me’ seriousness. + buyer’s premium of 15% including VAT @ 20%
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LOT 328
1993 MG RV8 - UK supplied
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Registration: L308 BKN Chassis Number: SARRAWBMBMG000334 Engine Number: UEA48A0000152 Number of cylinders: 8 CC: 3946 Year of Manufacture: 1993 RHD/LHD: Right Hand Drive Estimate: £15,000 - £20,000
• 1 of only 307 UK-supplied cars, 139 in British Racing Green Metallic • 3946cc aluminium-alloy V8 engine with 188bhp and a lusty 318NM of torque • 30,036 miles with two former keepers and an impressive history file • Fully resprayed 5 years ago. Fitted with power steering. Wheels refurbed. New hood • Drives and handles beautifully. Still quick - 135 mph and 0-60 mph in 5.9 seconds The MG RV8 was a hugely important step in the 1990s rebirth of MG Cars after more than a decade of only producing saloons and hatchbacks. Since Abingdon’s closure in 1980, the illustrious MG badge had been reserved for the Metro, Maestro and Montego and, although these cars were worthy, what enthusiasts really wanted was a new MG roadster. In 1992, 12 years after the last MG sports car had rolled off the Abingdon production lines, Austin-Rover made the inspired decision to revive this most charismatic of British marques by introducing an entirely new model - the MG RV8. In creating the RV8, Rover very cleverly used a combination of off-the-shelf parts, such as the Range Rover’s V8 engine and British Motor Heritage’s MGB bodyshell. So, in this reincarnation of the MGB, the rubber bumper specification body was utilised and modified to accept a new set of beautifully curvaceous outer panels. The 3.9-litre Range Rover EFi V8 engine developed 188bhp and gave the RV8 enough power to crack 0-60 mph in just under six seconds which, even now, is pretty impressive. A five-speed LT77 gearbox, derived from the Rover SD1 was used along with a new Salisbury axle. Very significant modifications were made to the suspension and brakes to bring the car up to date. The interior featured soft leather in Stone Beige and a Burr Elm facia and door cappings. The RV8 was shown at the 1993 Tokyo Motor Show creating a huge demand which resulted in around 1,500 examples
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(of the 1,983 total) being exported to Japan. Despite (or maybe because of) the RV8 being based on a 30-year old model, its classic status was assured from the day it was unveiled, and with less than 2,000 examples built between 1992 and 1995, the cars are now much sought after. Although 1,583 RV8s went to Japan (1258 in Woodcote Green), many of those examples have now come back to the UK, joining the 307 originally sold here. No RV8s were ever sold in the US, and consequently, all examples are righthand drive. The car presented here is a UK-supplied, 1993 MG RV8, first registered on the 27th August 1993 and is finished in British Racing Green metallic paintwork with a Stone Beige leather interior. This modern-classic has covered just over 30,000 miles with only two previous keepers and comes with a large history file showing much evidence of regular maintenance and servicing. Our diligent vendor bought the car 7 years ago and has mainly used it on high-days and holidays. Liking the car so much, five years ago he invested in it further by having some panels attended to and the MG fully repainted (engine and seats out etc.) in its original colour by the local firm ‘Ledbury Accident Repair Centre’ who have over 45 years’ experience in bodywork repair and classic car restoration. More recently it was fitted with power steering (installed 2,000 miles ago by marque specialists ‘Clive Wheatley MG V8 Parts’ of Bridgnorth - who also supplied many new parts for the car over the years), the wheels and chrome-work reconditioned, and the little roadster was treated to a brand new fabric hood. The MG RV8 is a special British sports car with lots of traditional character and ‘sense-of-occasion’, and although the market ‘plateaued’ for a while, there has been a recent resurgence of interest, particularly in UK cars in rare colours, so in addition to being lots of fun with Spring just around the corner, this sparkling little roadster may turn out to be a sensible investment. (Promotional images courtesy of Austin-Rover)
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LOT 328
1993 MG RV8 - UK supplied
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LOT 329
1972 Ferrari Dino 246GT Coupe
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Registration: EPN 4K Chassis Number: 03048 Engine Number: 03048 Number of cylinders: 4 CC: 2418 Year of Manufacture: 1972 RHD/LHD: Right Hand Drive Estimate: £240,000 - £280,000
• Delivered in December 1971 finished in Azzurro Dino with a Nero interior, optional radio, nose bar and electric windows • One of only 235 right-hand drive Dinos of which only 2 or 3 were in this fabulous colour (Azzurro Dino 20-A-349 Salchi) • Only five keepers, the second of which owned it for over 30 years. Current mileage 51,786 • Major overhaul and paint refresh in 1991 with a photographic record (232 photos in a bound volume) • Supplied with its Classiche ‘Certificatodi Autenticita’ (25th July 2016) in a beautiful bespoke box with enamel badge • Suspension and brakes overhauled and rebuilt + sundry works at 51.553 miles by Foskers 25/01/17. £11,840 • New seats, carpets, and interior trim in correct factorysupplied, very expensive, mousehair/leather” The Ferrari Dino was built to honour Alfredo ‘Dino’ Ferrari who died of muscular dystrophy in 1956. He was the only legitimate son of ‘Il Commendatore’, and unlike any previous road-going Ferrari, the Dino utilised a V6 engine (Tipo 156) which Alfredo himself had developed and advocated during his lifetime. Enzo Ferrari vehemently answered his critics when he said: “For reasons of mechanical efficiency he finally came to the conclusion that the engine should be a V6 and we accept his decision.” The acceptance of this decision resulted in a legacy of motorsport orientated derivatives from Formula One through to various famous sports car racing applications. Following this continued success on the track and in order to homologate Ferrari’s 1966 Formula Two campaign, a new line of mid-engined production V6 coupé s with Fiat running gear went on sale in 1967 in two-litre form. However, in 1969 a larger 2.4 litre Dino was introduced, named the 246 GT or GTS in the case of the Spider. The voluptuous bodywork, which many people regard as the prettiest ever to grace a road-going Ferrari, was designed by Pininfarina and built by Scaglietti. It covered a tubular chassis which carried wishbone independent suspension at each corner. The compact four-cam engine, which delivered 190bhp, was mounted transversely above the five-speed gearbox and just ahead of the rear axle, allowing for both a comfortable cockpit and some usable boot space. Proving a great sales success, production of the Dino 246 finished in
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1974 with 2,487 GTs and 1,274 GTS models. We are incredibly pleased to offer this particular, UKsupplied, right-hand drive Ferrari 246 GT Dino which was ordered through Maranello Concessionaires in November 1971 and delivered to them in December of that year. There is a copy of the ‘Supply Note’ on Ferrari paper confirming the details “Dino 246/Gran Turismo complete with five wheels and tyres, toolkit (RHD). Chassis 03048. Colour Azzurro Dino 20.A.349.Salchi. Interior: Black 161”. It was optioned with a Radio, Nose Bar and Electric Windows. The next piece of paperwork in the file is an invoice from Mercantile Credit on the 18th of January, 1972, addressed to Christopher Andrews of Sussex-based precision instrument manufacturers J E Baty Ltd, for £5,624.17in exchange for Dino 246 GT #03048 Registered ‘1 DUF’. Mr Andrews must have been a very confident individual as he resisted the conventional process of ordering a Ferrari in Red and stuck to his guns and chose this fabulous shade of Blue, a colour which he felt suited the petite Dino’s slender bodywork so much better. An unusual decision at the time but, judging by the huge number of favourable comments this car has received, excellent judgement. He was to keep it for three years before selling it to a Mr Terry Wells in 1975 whereupon the car was reregistered ‘EPN 4K’, the registration it carries today. Mr Wells kept and used the Dino for the next 30 years covering over 40,000 miles and, although it was regularly serviced and maintained, it is an Italian sports car and by 1991 the time had come to return it to its best. In 1991 the car was partially stripped, engine and glass out and the car completely refreshed with some new paint, rubbers, seals etc. The engine was fully rebuilt by Amari Service and there are a large number of photographs of this in the dedicated file. Whilst the engine was out the engine supporting frame and the whole engine bay area was prepared and painted where appropriate. The luxurious photograph album wears an Amari metal plate and contains 232 photos of this process. Mark Hutchinson became the Dino’s third owner in 2005, after being ‘interviewed’ by Mr Wells to see if “he should be allowed to own it”. He was the car’s custodian until 2013 and during this period he was fastidious in looking after it. There are a number of invoices in the history file detailing routine servicing and small improvements. Having been refurbished in 1991 the car was in need of nothing major but obviously, the previous long-term owner lived with the car just the way he liked it and wasn’t fussed about cosmetics. Mark brought the car up to the next level over the years of his tenure to such an extent that the Haynes Motor Museum, who were on the lookout for the ‘definitive’ Dino for their Italian Icons display put EPN 4K on display for a while.
In 2012 Classic & Sportscar Magazine used our Dino as their cover car and ran an 8-page feature on it and a 308. (Copy in the file). They also used it as the back page in their 2013 Calendar (also a copy in the file). EPN 4K continues to be a bit of a celebrity and some time later in 2017, was chosen by Autocar as part of their “100 Most Beautiful Cars in Pictures”. Mark was eventually persuaded to part with the Dino to Robin Ellis on 21/03/2013 and judging by the history file, he was equally fastidious in looking after the Ferrari’s needs with invoices in the file for servicing, maintenance and detailing. Our final registered keeper is Trevor Cartner from Durham who purchased the Dino in 2016 and who was also not shy with the cheque book as can be seen in the history file with an invoice from Foskers in Kent (despite the fact that the car was based up North) dated 25/012017 for £11,840.80. The mileage on the invoice is 51,553 and the current warranted mileage is 51,786. The invoice is available to view but includes a suspension re-bush, brake rebuild with new pads, new wheel bolts, cam cover and sump gaskets, and lots of minor items like door rubbers, wiper blades, heater cables etc. Within the last few weeks, our vendor has spent time on the Dino’s interior fitting new seats and carpets and removing the dashboard prior to recovering it in the correct factory material. This rare material is known as ‘Mousehair’ and
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is very hard to source and rather expensive. The fabric is similar to a very fine ‘Flock’ and given prolonged sunshine, the glue softens and the little mouse hairs drop out leaving a material, not unlike vinyl/ leathercloth, not unpleasant but not correct. A time-consuming process but it illustrates the way he feels about the car. Very importantly #03048 is accompanied by its Classiche ‘Certificato di Autenticita’ issued by Ferrari SpA, Modena, Italy on the 25th July 2016, in a beautiful bespoke red box with an enamel badge. This is quite a lengthy document examining every single aspect of the car with respect to its originality and 03048 passed with flying colours. The only slight departure from 100% originality is the gearbox which appears to have been changed at some point but according to the Classiche is the correct type and period and fully complies. The car is also accompanied by its original Dino leather wallet containing two Operating Manuals, Wiring Diagram, original Warranty Card from Maranello, an FOC Rule Book, and a very old map of Paris “Town Centre”. The rather posh photograph album contains over 200 pics and the equally attractively bound 80-page History File contains several hours of interesting reading. This little Dino has led a charmed life being looked after by a handful of caring owners and,hopefully, that’s set to continue.
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1972 Ferrari Dino 246GT Coupe
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LOT 330
1964 MKI FIA Mini Cooper S 1293
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Registration: 8007 ET Chassis Number: K-A2S4/488687 Engine Number: 9F-SA-Y31212 Number of cylinders: 4 CC: 1293 Year of Manufacture: 1964 RHD/LHD: Right Hand Drive Estimate: £35,000 - £40,000
• Genuine Mk1 Cooper 1071S with supporting Heritage Certificate • 1293cc Swiftune engine and close-ratio four-speed gearbox/competition diff • Prepared to a very high standard and specification at great expense • Professionally adapted to FIA Regs in 2009 in preparation for the St Mary’s at Goodwood • Campaigned by professional race driver & Indy 500 winner Bobby Rahal • Very little use since completed. 8007 ET registration will remain with the car An excellent example of an original Right-hand drive home market supplied Mk.1 Morris Mini Cooper 1071 ‘S’ manufactured on 5th March 1964 and sold through Morris Garages Ltd of Oxford. Having been in the same family for some 26 years, the decision was taken to have the car professionally built to a full race FIA spec at a not inconsiderable expense. This decision was prompted by an announcement from Goodwood that the 2009 St Mary’s Trophy two driver race would be run exclusively for Mini Coopers in celebration of the Mini’s 50th Birthday The normal format is that there are two separate races over two days with the first part usually involving motorsport celebrities and the Sunday race for the cars owners. We have no idea who may have been asked to share the drive but the Saturday seat was offered to multiple CART Champion and 1986 Indy winner Bobby Rahal. Front-wheel drive Mini Coopers don’t seem to appear anywhere on Mr Rahal’s CV however he finished Saturday’s race in a respectable 13th ahead of some talented drivers including Jochen Mass, Warwick Banks, Vern Schuppan, Andy Rouse, Tiff Needell, John Cleland and Stephan Johansson. Following this race, the car has seen little use and remains in excellent condition. 8007 ET is powered by one of Swiftune’s legendary 1293
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cc engine and includes a Tuftrided crank, race pistons, Stage 3 head, lightened and balanced flywheel, and twin HS4 carburettors and is believed to produce 120bhp at the wheels measured on the rolling road. Additionally, to keep temperatures under control, it benefits from an oil cooler accompanied by a wide radiator coupled with a multiblade fan. The gearbox is a close-ratio four-speed coupled to a competition diff and clutch. Handling of this nimble little car is controlled by Hi-Lo adjustable suspension and braking by way of ‘S’ discs and calipers up front and Minifins to the rear. It is to FIA spec and is fitted with a full roll cage, internally routed brake lines, heated front screen, plumbed-in fire extinguisher and genuine Vortz ‘rose petal’ wheels. Supplied with the accompanying registration number of 8007 ET, a history file including restoration/build photographs, MOTs dating back to 1976, numerous invoices and a copy of the Mini World article where it was featured as the cover car in June 1996. There can’t be many racing drivers who, with the appropriate equipment and adequate funds, wouldn’t relish trawling through a list of motorsport personalities, Le Mans and Grand Prix drivers, negotiating a shared drive in the St Mary’s, and spending time on the grid and the Paddock Club with some great names. Well, the opportunity is here.
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LOT 331
1994 Porsche 928GTS Auto
Registration: M921 VJL Chassis Number: WPOZZZ92ZRS800563 Engine Number: M28/5081R51007 Number of cylinders: 8 CC: 5397 Year of Manufacture: 1994 RHD/LHD: Right Hand Drive Estimate: £45,000 - £55,000
• Very rare and sought after, right-hand drive, GTS with a 5.4-Litre V8 and 345bhp • The GTS featured the new, ‘Dynamic Kickdown’ auto box and revised electrics • Recommissioned in May 2017 at a cost in excess of £6,000 including new Cambelts • Only 5,100 recorded miles reflecting the exceptional condition. Fresh MOT prior to sale In terms of the 928, in 1989 Porsche moved the game on with the even more powerful 928 GT, which with a top speed of around 170mph was the Stuttgart firm’s fastest production car at that time, before launching the model’s ultimate incarnation: the 928 GTS. Introduced at the Frankfurt Motor Show in 1991, the latter boasted a 5.4-litre engine producing all of 345bhp and automatics were fitted with the much faster responding ‘Dynamic Kickdown’ gearboxes setting them apart from the previous models. The GTS model also benefitted from a complete electrical revamp, eradicating the problems of past models.nd in this form the 928 lasted in production until the model’s deletion in 1995. This striking Schwarz Black Porsche 928GTS was registered on 16th February 1995 directly to HJH Aisah Binti Haji Matussin in Brunei from Porsche AG Stuttgart. In common with most of the Brunei Royal Household vehicles, this rare right-hand drive GTS has been subjected to very limited use and consequently, according to the odometer, has covered just 5,100 miles. Having been static for a period of time it was decided to carry out a service and recommission, including cambelt replacement, before being conveyed to the UK and with the car is an invoice for in excess of £6,000 that relates to this work. Additionally, there is a Certificate from Porsche GB confirming the date of manufacture as 25.08.1994. This is a stunning low mileage example of the ultimate and final incarnation of the 928 GTS.
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LOT 332
1974 Porsche 911 Carrera 2.7 MFI
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Registration: RGO 1L Chassis Number: 9115600238 Engine Number: 6650318/911/93 Number of cylinders: 6 CC: 3200 Year of Manufacture: 1974 RHD/LHD: Right Hand Drive Estimate: £125,000 - £160,000
• The 2.7MFI was the ultimate version of the early 911, the most powerful at 210bhp and the lightest at 1,075 Kg • Enormously rare with only 34 original, right-hand drive coupes (only two in Silver) being imported • Body shell bare metal repainted by Francis Tuthill. Engine and gearbox rebuilt by Wrightune • Original “Whale Tail” is now fitted but the (optional) “Duck Tail” spoiler is also included • Comprehensive History File with the car’s Porsche C of A, and bespoke, first-edition Handbook (#238) • These MFIs are truly collectable and represent excellent long term potential investments Mechanically identical to the famous 2.7 Carrera of 1973, except for using Bosch mechanical fuel injection, the very rare 2.7 Carrera MFI (Mechanical Fuel Injection) was produced in 1974, ‘75 and ‘76 only with only 51 UK,righthand drive cars ever made. They were the ultimate version of the early 1970’s Porsche 911, the most powerful at 210bhp and the lightest at 1,075 Kgs. Of these 51 original UK cars, 34 were Coupes (only 2 finished in Silver) and 17 were the Targa top version. In this cars year of production, only 20 cars were imported to the UK and very few, if any, remain in this lovely original condition. Bought by our private vendor, who is himself a Porsche marque expert and significant collector, back in 2012, the car comes with a comprehensive history from new, all documented in an immaculate history file, including a Porsche Certificate of Authenticity. Accordingly, the mileage of 61,190 is correct and warranted. Originally a demonstrator for the Glen Henderson Garage, the car has had just six further documented UK owners prior to our vendor. When he acquired the car, our vendor charged renowned Porsche experts, Francis Tuthill Ltd. to carry out a
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full restoration with maintaining originality the primary brief. The car was taken back to bare metal and repainted to their normal amazing standards by the team in the paint shop, whilst Wrightune also rebuilt the engine and gearbox. Alll the running gear and brakes were also renewed and a new set of fully anodised Fuchs alloy wheels were also supplied. The original “Whale Tail” is now fitted but the (optional) “Duck Tail” spoiler is also included with this classic Porsche and the tyres are as new today. Pleasingly, amongst the comprehensive paperwork in RGO’s interesting history file, can be found the Publishers Edition of the Carrera 2.7 MFI handbook (book number 238 - the same number as the chassis number) which naturally will remain with the car. This cherished Porsche has had very sparing use since the full restoration and drives today as well as it looks. These cars are truly collectable and represent excellent long term potential investments. In the peak of 2015/16 restoration project cars were making well into six figures and fully restored cars well over £200K. The market has cooled since then and now may well be the right time to buy a rare and original Porsche to drive, enjoy and keep. We know of no better example than this matching numbers 2.7 MFI and commend it highly to you.
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1990 Mercedes-Benz 300SL-24 (R129)
Registration: H315 DFR Chassis Number: WDB1290612F019669 Engine Number: 10498122006391 Number of cylinders: 6 CC: 2960 Year of Manufacture: 1990 RHD/LHD: Right Hand Drive Estimate: £15,000 - £18,000
• Superb White coachwork and Grey leather seating. Matching hardtop
• Supplying dealer 07/02/1994 - 10,451 Miles
• 24-valve version of the standard 3-litre straight-six engine, developing a creamy smooth 231bhp
• Independent Mercedes specialist 15/12/2009 - 24,275 Miles
• Adaptive suspension, airbags, traction control, air con, and five-link rear suspension
• Independent Mercedes specialist 18/09/2014 - 26,641 Miles
• First registered on 17/10/1990. Six registered keepers from new
• Independent 16/09/18 27,228 Miles
• Current mileage 27,231. 7 stamped services. MOT’d until 12/07/2019
Original service book and handbooks are present together with a spare key. This lovely R129SL remains superbly finished in gleaming Arctic White with a matching hardtop and the dark grey interior shows no sign of wear. We understand that the electric soft top operates perfectly and the car is mechanically sound, not surprising considering the low mileage and fastidious service schedule. Very rare in this crisp colour combination with the desirable 24-valve engine, this classic ‘Boulevardier’ is ready for your inspection.
Launched in 1989, the R129-Series took the fabled Mercedes SL range to new heights of technical excellence. Traditionally the most sporting model of the MB line-up, the SL was the preserve of the rich and famous when new - no episode of Dallas was complete without at least one cruising by and many F1 drivers used them as day-to-day cars in the early nineties. From the poetic motion of the electric hood to the roll bar that automatically flipped up if the car sensed an accident, these cars oozed sophistication with adaptive suspension, airbags, traction control, air con, and a superb new five-link rear suspension all as standard. This 300SL-24 has the 24-valve version of the standard 3-litre straight-six engine, developing a creamy smooth 231bhp (up 40bhp on its 12-valve sibling). First registered by HL Gorner Ltd on 17/10/1990 it has been enjoyed by six registered keepers from new, none of whom could have used it much as the current mileage is just 27,231 miles from new, however, the Service Record does boast a total of seven services (4 supplying dealer and 3 marque specialists) and the owner’s file contains 20 previous MOT Certificates and 20 old tax discs.
• Supplying dealer 12/01/98 - 15,436 Miles
• First serviced by the supplying dealer 14/11/1990 681 Miles • Supplying dealer 01/07/1991 - 6,599 Miles + buyer’s premium of 15% including VAT @ 20%
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LOT 334
1964 Ford Falcon Sprint FIA
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Registration: BFL 422B Chassis Number: 4K17U137076 Engine Number: C5AE6015E Number of cylinders: 8 CC: 4727 Year of Manufacture: 1964 RHD/LHD: Left Hand Drive Estimate: £65,000 - £75,000
• FIA Papers and superbly prepared for 2019 by Martin Stretton Racing.Impressive specification • Raced at Goodwood Members Meeting, Silverstone Classic, and the Spa Six hours during 2017
• Lightweight Alunox s/steel exhaust.
• Only testing and shakedown hours on the rebuilt Mass Racing 289 small block V8 during 2018
• Race-spec, alloy case T10, close-ratio 4-speed transmission with a bespoke prop shaft
• Classic big V8 Touring Car. Eligible for Masters Pre-66. Incredible fun on a sensible budget
• Final drive 4.1:1 with Gripper LSD. Rear axle 8” type with Strange driveshafts.
Ford’s second-generation Falcon, launched in 1964, never really stood a chance against its glamorous sibling, the Mustang, and even the Sprint Package, introduced in late 1964, which provided the Falcon with a 260ci V8, stiffer suspension, and a louder exhaust couldn’t drag customers away from the similarly equipped ‘new kid in town’ and Falcon Sprint production prematurely ceased in 1965. However, properly prepared, the Falcon Sprint was a very effective competition car and became a proven race winner in the US. British racegoers were denied a close look at the Falcon, however, until a couple of years later in 1967 when the British Saloon Car Championship changed to less restrictive, Group 5 regulations. The talented team at Alan Mann Racing decided to reuse one of their 1964 Monte Carlo Rally cars and senior mechanic, Brian Lewis, was tasked with converting it into a BSCC racer. He fully rebuilt the car using state of the art suspension (in 1967), a 302ci power unit, and GT40 brakes, and clothed in Alan Mann’s distinctive Red and Gold livery, the resulting combination delighted crowds all around the UK on its way to securing a Championship win for Frank Gardner and AMR. The car was entrusted to Martin Stretton Racing in 2016 with the brief that it was to be fully prepared for two drivers in joint ownership to race for the Six Hours of SpaFrancorchamps. In 2017 it ran at the Goodwood Members Meeting, Silverstone Classic, and in the Masters Pre-66 Touring Cars. However, plans changed when one owner withdrew and our vendor was obliged to purchase the remaining 50% of the car which complicated his existing race plans and meant that he was unable to make use of this fastidiously prepared and intelligently engineeredracing Falcon. Consequently, the ‘Mass Racing’ 289ci small-block Ford engine has only completed testing and shakedown hours
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• Fully computer modelled suspension by Nigel Rees GSD RaceDyn. • Sportline double-adjustable shocks in Koni bodies. 1 1/8th front anti-roll bar. • Quick-ratio steering box. Quick-release Moto-Lita steering wheel. • New endurance 160-litre foam-filled fuel tank with gauge. Holley Blue fuel pump with pre and post filters. • Professionally restored steel shell with Custom Cages rollover protection. • The car weighs 1140Kg dry with GRP bonnet, boot lid, doors and front wings. • Polycarbonate side and rear screens. Heated, laminated glass windscreen. Smiths instruments and Odyssey race battery. • Aluminium bumpers front and rear with spare GRP set supplied for less strict events. • Wheels x 8no. -5.5J x 15 Compomotive ML with Dunlop CR65 Historic tyres. There is a comprehensive race and service history file compiled to Martin Stretton’s normal meticulous standards and we understand that the file also contains historic invoices amounting to around £85,000. This V8 ‘beastie’ is ready to go for 2019 and offers access to the Masters Pre-66 Touring Cars series offers along with, of course, the wonderful Six Hours of Spa in September. The ultimate crowd pleaser.
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1964 Ford Falcon Sprint FIA
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Registration: GVU 45D Chassis Number: WPOZZZ95ZGN102051 Engine Number: 5G07882 Number of cylinders: 6 CC: 2500 Year of Manufacture: 1986 RHD/LHD: Right Hand Drive Estimate: £17,000 - £20,000
1986 Porsche 944 Turbo
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• Finished in gleaming White with smart Black interior and “Tele-Dial” alloys • Comprehensive history folder with 17 old MoTs, thorough servicing records and a verifiable 81,000 miles • Recent cam-belt change and refurbished alloys with 4-wheel geometry check • Thousands recently spent to keep this Turbo looking sharp and well-maintained Following the international success of their nimble 924, Porsche designed an all-alloy, 2.5-litre inline-four for their new 944 which they planned to introduce in 1982. Their talented engineers were able to produce a very smooth running four-cylinder engine by utilising two counter-rotating balance shafts running at twice engine speed. The result is a large four-cylinder engine that feels as turbine-smooth as a six. Cosmetically, the 944’s bodywork was revised with wider wheel arches (similar to that of the 924 Carrera GT), a fresh interior and upgrades to the brakes and suspension. With greater visual presence and the performance to match, better handling, stopping power and more creature comforts, the 944 was a natural step forward. A ‘turbo’ version of the 944 was always on the cards, and for the 1985 model year, Porsche introduced the 944 Turbo, known internally as the 951. Forced induction boosted the 2.5-litre engine by a healthy 60bhp, up to 217bhp, with the clutch and gearbox uprated to suit. The Turbo also featured several other changes, such as improved aerodynamics, notably an integrated front bumper, standard external oil coolers for both the engine and transmission, standard 16-inch wheels (optional forged Fuchs alloys), and a slightly stiffer suspension set-up. The Turbo’s front and rear brakes were borrowed from the Porsche 911, with Brembo 4-piston fixed calipers and 12-inch discs and ABS was also standard. The car presented here is a 1986 Porsche 944 Turbo Coupé and is a C16 (UK-supplied) RHD example. Finished in the classic Porsche colour combination of Grand Prix
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White with a Black leather/cloth interior, this car has been very well cared for and has been the recipient of much expenditure over the years, with many parts having been either replaced or fully reconditioned, including a full cambelt service at 80,345 miles (current mileage is 81,000), plus a new exhaust manifold heat shield and new hydraulic engine mount. The vendor describes the car as being ‘nice and powerful on boost and well-balanced, precise and comfortable’. The car is accompanied by an extensive history file, documenting regular service intervals in an original maintenance booklet (showing almost entirely full of Porsche OPC stamps), numerous invoices, an original book-pack with driver’s manual, radio instructions manual plus MOT Certificates going back 17 years, helping to verify the mileage. This is a simply lovely example of one of the most soughtafter Porsches from the 1990s. The 944, the 968 and even the 928 are seeing their values rise in the wake of the ‘911 explosion’ and front-engined Porsches are having the renaissance they richly deserve. This delightful example is very competitively guided and could open the door into a very exclusive club.
1996 Ferrari 456 GT
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Registration: N806 MBB Chassis Number: ZFFSP44C00102293 Engine Number: 39993 Number of cylinders: 12 CC: 5474 Year of Manufacture: 1996 RHD/LHD: Right Hand Drive Estimate: £35,000 - £40,000
• An elegant 5.5-litre V12 powered four-seat GT
• 12.1.00 Maranello Annual
• UK-supplied with the desirable manual six-speed gearbox
• 7.5.03 Maranello 18,750
• Finished in Argento Silver over a Nero interior
• 2.3.06 Neal Lucas 43,750
• 49,900 miles with a substantial history file. Freshly serviced before the sale
• STORAGE PERIOD
Produced from 1992 until 2003, the Ferrari 456 and later 456M are front-engined ‘Grand Tourers’ in true Ferrari tradition and were an overdue replacement for the outdated, front-engined 412 which had been the company’s premium four-seat V12 car for many years. The name ‘456’ refers to the fact that each cylinder displaces 456 cubic centimetres and this was the last Ferrari to use this naming convention. Despite its supercar performance, 436bhp, 0-60mph in 5.2 secs, and a top speed of 188mph, the 456 has a relatively unstressed engine which has proven to be a very reliable unit. The model was warmly received by press and enthusiasts alike, and although not produced in large numbers, was always gently in demand by ‘silver-haired’ Ferrari owners, before the 456M was eventually replaced in 2004 by the 612 Scaglietti. Finished in Argento Silver over a Nero leather interior, this UK-supplied 456 was first registered in March 1996 and is fitted with the desirable six-speed manual gearbox. The specification also includes 17” five-spoke alloy wheels, electric seats, adjustable suspension, 10-disc CD autochanger, leather headlining, Xenon headlights, Black brake calipers, and a Tubi exhaust. Having now covered 49,900 miles this lovely example has substantial Ferrari main dealer and specialist service history, details listed below:
• 16.5.05 Neal Lucas 37,750
• 11.11.13 Rardley Ferrari A+Belts • 10. 9.15 Rardley Ferrari A+Belts Accompanied by its original service book and an MOT until June 2019, ‘N806 MBB’ will be serviced by specialists John McGurk before the sale. These manual-gearbox 456 GT four-seaters are now getting the attention they have so long deserved, with the inevitable upward movement in values so, as they say in Italian, “Batti il Ferro quando é caldo” (Strike whilst the iron is hot).
• 1.3.96 PDI Reg Vardy • 20.5.97 Maranello 6,250 • 13.1.99 Maranello A+Belts • 26.5.99 Maranello 12,750 + buyer’s premium of 15% including VAT @ 20%
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1958 Porsche 356 A Speedster
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Registration: 886 UYN Chassis Number: 84026 Engine Number: 67478 Number of cylinders: 4 CC: 1582 Year of Manufacture: 1958 RHD/LHD: Right Hand Drive Estimate: £280,000 - £320,000
• Gloriously presented in classic Silver with Red leather • Expertly converted to right-hand drive by JD Classics in 2015 • The engine number (67478) matches the factory Kardex • 1,582cc Flat-four, Dual Zenith 32 NDIX Carburettors,60bhp at 4,500 RPM, 4-speed transmission • Includes the Owner’s Manual, Tools, and Jack The 356A was first introduced in late 1955 and the beautiful convertible “Speedster” version was the top of the range. Seen globally as the ultimate small sports car it was both nimble and lightweight and the good looks of the Speedster variant captured the imagination of A-list celebrities and filmstars across the world. This particular car is from the most collectable year of 1958 and was supplied new through well known Porsche dealer Hoffman of New York. The Porsche Kardex confirms it was supplied in Silver with red leather the same combination and specification that the car is today. It also retains the original engine and gearbox making this car a full “Matching numbers” example. Acquired by our private vendor, a serious and noted collector, from the Gooding and Company auction at Pebble Beach in 2015, he then imported the car to the UK and sent it straight to JD Classics for any mechanical works to be carried out and a professional conversion to right-hand drive. The car has had all import taxes paid and is now UK registered. Since then the car has remained in professional storage with little use. Offered to the market fresh from a significant collection it offers the potential buyer a rare Porsche icon from the era, that can be used and enjoyed whilst still offering a true chance of a solid investment. It is one of the best examples of a genuine Porsche collectors car that we have had the pleasure to offer and is truly worthy of close inspection. A CD showing the full restoration of the car and also a copy of the Porsche Kardex is included with this Lot, as are the
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original owner’s manual, tools and jack.
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1958 Porsche 356 A Speedster
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1974 Ford Escort Mk1 RS2000
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Registration: ROV 876M Chassis Number: BFATPT00166 Engine Number: CR61420 Number of cylinders: 4 CC: 2000 Year of Manufacture: 1974 RHD/LHD: Right Hand Drive Estimate: £30,000 - £35,000
• A genuine UK-market car in striking Olympic Blue • Fully restored in 2009, including full engine rebuild • Believed to retain its original AVO shell, but with a period-correct replacement pinto engine • Ford enthusiast-owned and loved for many years • Drives extremely well with a few choice period upgrades With their Escort doing so well in the rallying world, it made sense that Ford would try and sell developed versions beyond the usual homologation specials. The job of creating more widely-produced fast Escorts was left to Ford’s new Advanced Vehicle Operations, based in Essex. Following up on the RS1600 of 1970, which was quite a specialist car that demanded a lot of care and attention, came the Mexico and RS2000 which were far more suited to the man in the street. In June 1973, the Mexico was supplanted by the RS2000. The car fitted nicely into the AVO line up with its performance almost comparable to the complex RS1600, but with the same reliability and ease of maintenance as the Mexico and importantly, the RS2000 utilised the same Type-49-body shell as the Mexico and RS1600. The RS2000 was the first Escort to be powered by the overhead cam four-pot, as Ford decided that their 2-litre ‘Pinto’engine was to be used in the new model. However, Ford was faced with the problem of persuading the bulky Pinto engine to fit into the engine bay. The only way of achieving this was to discard the engine driven cooling fan and replace it with a thermostatically controlled Kenlowe unit. When finally nestled in place, the Pinto engine produced 100bhp (2bhp more than in the Cortina). The RS2000 once again proved to be a quick and delightful car to drive, whilst being more accessible to buy and still offering customers a great choice in terms of colours and options. The car presented here is a 1974 UK-market RS2000 in the striking colour of Olympic Blue. It was registered in June 1974 and still bears its original registration ROV 876M. Believed to retain its original AVO shell, but with a periodcorrect replacement pinto engine, with both the chassis
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and engine number on the V5c being correct for a 1974 RS2000. In 1974, we are fairly sure that the RS2000 was available to spec with both a chin spoiler and a wooden dashboard, but these may have been added as choice inperiod enhancements (like the ‘Ripspeed’head and K&N top air-box/filter) that owners often opted to fit to improve their cars. The car was fully restored in 2011, being fully stripped and having extensive work done to the shell, including inner/ outer wings, splash panels, door skins, rear wheel arches and floor-pan. The whole shell was then rust-treated and re-painted, with receipts totalling £8,000 from a Ford shellpreparation specialist alone, plus more from other marque suppliers/experts. The car sits slightly lower at the rear, having had new performance bushes fitted all round. The engine has been fully rebuilt with a performance cam fitted and has covered less than 500 miles since the work was carried out. According to our vendor, the engine is ‘tight and responsive, with a great sound’. The interior is mostly original, being commensurate with the car’s age, retaining its cloth RS seats and centre console. This car is very sound, but there may be some areas where it could be brought up to the next level by a new owner returning it to show-worthy status. If you want a well-sorted, good driving example that has had the ‘hard yards’monies spent on it, then this is the car for you. Supplied with a UK V5c and a fresh MOT, this is a ‘classic’Fast Ford that looks, every inch, the period RS. Nobody can have failed to notice the swell of interest in Classic Fords, particularly the quick ones, and it doesn’t look like abating any time soon.
Registration: N/A Chassis Number: Z74CO65856 8 Engine Number: 120E6015 Number of cylinders: 4 CC: 1558 Year of Manufacture: 1963 Estimate: £48,000 - £54,000
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1963 Ford Lotus Cortina MK1 FIA
• FIA Cortina, built to a very high standard after an extensive restoration • Superbly presented in Alan Mann colours. 13” Minilites with period Dunlop Racing Tyres • George Wadsworth-built, Appendix ‘K’ Lotus 1558cc DOHC on 45 DCOE Webers • Ford, steel-cased, straight cut dog box. All safety equipment within expiry date • Eligible for and ready to compete in a variety of prestige events
Dunlop Racing Tyres and we understand all the safety equipment, extinguisher, cage, seat, tank, harness etc is FIA approved and within expiry date. Finished in a Red and Gold, Alan Mann-style livery, the Lotus is incredibly smart with a standard of finish not often seen on a competition car. Ready to compete in a variety of prestige events such as the U2TC, Masters Pre-66 Touring Cars and 3-hours, HSCC Historic Touring Cars, the Classic Sports Car Club, the Spa Six-hrs, Silverstone Classic etc., this lovely example presents a fantastic opportunity to be in thick of it on some of the most competitive and well-supported grids in historic motorsport at an approachable cost.
The Lotus Cortina’s serendipitous arrival resulted directly from Ford’s decision to step up their motorsport involvement in the early 1960s. Their Head of UK Public Relations, Walter Hayes, spoke to Colin Chapman, asking him to come up with a competitive saloon, using their mainstream Cortina as a base, that could be produced in sufficient numbers to satisfy the mandatory ‘Group 2’ homologation requirements, and with which the Blue Oval could beat all comers. The solution was to take Ford’s bullet-proof 1500 Kent engine, fit it with a twin-cam cylinder head, pop it into a stiffened Cortina shell, sort out the suspension and brakes and paint a green stripe down the side. The cars would be built by Lotus at its plant in Cheshunt and marketed through their dealer network as the Ford Cortina Lotus. Once fully developed, the Lotus Cortina’s (as they quickly became known) absolutely shone on track driven by household names including Jim Clark, Jackie Stewart, Graham Hill, Jackie Ickx, Roger Clark and many, many more. This Lotus Cortina MK1 has been completely stripped and a full nut and bolt restoration was carried out to the highest of standards using the best available components to ensure a competitive car. Equipped with a fresh, George Wadsworth-built, Lotus 1558cc DOHC wet-sump unit, with an electric fuel pump, built to FIA Appendix ‘K’ specification on 45 DCOE Webers (Dyno sheets available). The engine is mated to a Ford steel-cased, straight-cut ‘Dog Box’. It sits on 13-inch Minilite Alloy Wheels shod with a set of period + buyer’s premium of 15% including VAT @ 20%
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2002 Aston Martin DB7 Vantage ‘Keswick Edition’ Bid On Lot 340
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Registration: Not Specified Chassis Number: SCFAB12362K303384 Engine Number: AM2/03471 Number of cylinders: 12 CC: 5935 Year of Manufacture: 2002 RHD/LHD: Right Hand Drive Estimate: £26,000 - £30,000
• One of only ten, limited edition, ‘Keswick’models • Specification includes Nero Daytona Black coachwork, Touchtronic gearbox (rather than standard Auto) • Seats in Charcoal hide with embossed DB7 logo, Smoke headlining, heated seats, white-faced instruments • First registered in October 2002, now showing 41,500 miles • Aston Martin and specialist history, 13 stamps in the service record At the Geneva Motor Show in 1999, Aston Martin introduced the long-awaited Vantage version of their successful DB7. Sporting a Cosworth designed, 5.9-litre V12 producing a creamy 420bhp, the car was super-quick and was electronically limited to 185mph. Changes included chassis and braking upgrades, to cope with the increased performance and Ian Callum enlarged the grill, added fog lamps and re-styled the valances to give the car a more purposeful look. The Vantage interior leather trim was cut and sewn at a special trim shop at Newport Pagnell, where the carpet and wood veneers were also prepared. The V12 Vantage Volante, costing over £100,000 at its launch, remained in production until 2004. Throughout the production of the DB7 V12 Vantage, a number of limited edition models were released, one being the ‘Keswick’, produced for the Lancaster Group who have two Aston Martin dealerships. Only 10 cars were made in total, 5 Coupé , and 5 Volante models. The specification included; Touchtronic gearbox (rather than standard Auto), Ferrari Nero Daytona Black coachwork, upper and lower mesh grilles, lower interior and bucket-style seats in Charcoal hide with embossed DB7, smoke headlining, heated seats, white-faced instruments, 19” wheels (normally 18”), black brake calipers, and metallic finishes in the cabin to replace wood veneers. This right-hand drive Keswick DB7 was registered in October 2002 and is now showing 41,500 miles. This lovely example boasts Aston Martin and Aston Martin Specialist
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service history, with a total of 13 service stamps in the service record, having had its most recent service in July 2017. Ready for its next discerning owner this is a great opportunity to own a well-cared for ModernClassic at a competitive estimate for such a rare car.
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Registration: JTR 506P Chassis Number: 26600183C Engine Number: 94115186B Number of cylinders: 6 CC: 2625 Year of Manufacture: 1976 RHD/LHD: Right Hand Drive Estimate: £18,000 - £22,000
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1976 Land Rover Series III 109” 6 Cylinder
• A very rare, one ton Land Rover Series III, 6-cylinder, 109” with only three previous owners from new • Restored over a long period by the previous owner, restoration not quite finished but parts included • Original chassis number, rare Salisbury front axle, roof all galvanised plus doors and bonnet frame
axle and that the roof is galvanised as are the doors and bonnet frame. The restoration so far appears to have been carried out to a very high standard with good finishes and a lot of attention to detail and there doesn’t appear to be too much more to do. When finished this ‘Tow Truck’ would be an ideal support vehicle for Goodwood or other high profile events. An interesting and rare opportunity.
• Perhaps an ideal support vehicle for Goodwood or other high profile events For over sixty years now, when old Land Rovers are past their best they are usually parked in a corner of a barn with the avowed intention of “Fixing it one day”. There it will stay for a while and occasionally Number 1 Son or an impecunious nephew or someone will spend a few hours getting it going and the Landy will provide inexpensive transport to the pub for a few weeks until University beckons. At this point, it’s frequently abandoned in the corner of a field against a stone wall, there to provide a climbing frame for Briar and Honeysuckle, a windbreak for the sheep, or the perfect subject for local artists. However, over the last decade or so, with prices starting to climb, a number of old Land Rovers have been rescued and returned to life, some just enough to function well and become legal, some as smart restoration projects and some, like this one, win the ‘Land Rover Lottery’. This, very rare, one ton 109” Land Rover Series III, sixcylinder tow truck, shows only three previous owners on the accompanying V5C. Before our vendor’s ownership, this rare car was the subject of an ongoing restoration over a long period of time by the previous owner to a very high standard. All parts were sourced by him but unfortunately, he couldn’t quite finish the project so the Series III moved into our vendor’s ownership with the intention of finishing the job. However, due to other pressing commitments, our vendor, a significant private collector of Land Rovers, is offering the car at Race Retro with various parts included to potentially help finish the restoration. We understand that this Landy has the rare Salisbury front + buyer’s premium of 15% including VAT @ 20%
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1972 Ford Escort Mk 1 RS1600 rally car Bid On Lot 342
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Registration: MLP 770L Chassis Number: BFATML00092 Engine Number: ML00092 Number of cylinders: 4 CC: 2000 Year of Manufacture: 1972 RHD/LHD: Right Hand Drive Estimate: £50,000 - £60,000
• Endurance rally prepared Mk1 RS1600. Field Motorsport 2.0-litre BDG engine (1,000 miles only) • ZF gearbox, AP Racing twin-plate clutch, ZF LSD 5:1 differential • AP Monte Carlo brakes. Fully adjustable GAZ coil-overs, adjustable track control arms, quick rack • Supplied with previous MSA logbook, FIA Regularity Rally car pass and UK V5c • Well prepared, smartly presented and ready to return to the forests It is difficult to imagine a Stage Rally in the early seventies without the Mark 1 Ford Escort. Those of us who put up with the really early morning starts and the trudge through dank woods over ankle-twisting tree stumps in order to get as close to the action as possible were often rewarded with the sight and sound of Escorts doing what they do best. You could hear them way before you saw them, the cacophonous howl of a BDA at 10,000 revs screaming for more cold air, would echo up through the pines and then, suddenly, a pair of bright headlights on the outside of four seven-inch Cibie Oscars would burn a hole in the mist and then past, only inches away, the exhaust resonating in your chest as your internal organs vibrate in sympathy and, if you were really lucky, you would get showered in gravel as well. Addictive. Ford had, for a number of years, used active participation in motorsport as a means of getting their showroom doors swinging on a Monday morning, and the new Escort was to prove no exception. Popular at club level in every discipline of the sport, it was at an International level that the name ‘Escort’ became synonymous with winning. The Ford works team was practically unbeatable in the late 1960s/early 1970s, and arguably, the Escort’s greatest victory was in the 1970 London to Mexico World Cup Rally being driven by Finnish legend Hannu Mikkola. This result and the ensuing acclaim prompted Ford to produce the famous Escort Mexico (1.6-litre ‘Kent’-engine) road version in honour of the rally car. One step up from the Mexico, the Escort ‘RS1600’ was developed using an engine that was essentially a detuned Formula 3 unit designated BDA (Belt Drive ‘A’ Series). Both
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the Mexico and RS1600 were built simultaneously at the Ford Advanced Vehicle Operations (AVO) facility located at the Aveley Plant in South Essex. As well as higher performance engines and sports suspension, these models featured strengthened body shells, making them ideal for rallying. Presented here is a 1972 Ford Escort RS1600 that has been prepared for endurance and historic Rallying. It wears an RS1600 AVO body plate and is supplied with its original V5 showing that it is a genuine RS1600, first registered on 19th September 1972. The car was prepared for the 1993 Lombard London to Sydney Marathon in which 106 teams competed in the 25th-anniversary re-run of the 16,000km classic rally. Many of the original drivers from the 1968 event were persuaded to return and even some of the original cars participated. The entry fee alone was £12,900! The car has since been driven on the 2008 Classic Marathon and many other stage rallies. The bodyshell was fitted with steel arches, Ford Motorsport plates and gussets, along with a Safety Devices bolt-in roll cage with door bars, before being finished in Ford Ermine White. The powerplant is a 2.0-litre Field Motorsport BDG (to Gwyndaf Evans spec) reputed to cost £30,000 to build and now having covered just 1,000 road miles since build. Mated to the engine is a ZF gearbox with an AP Racing twinplate clutch and ZF LSD 5:1 differential - offering a rapid departure from the start line. The brakes are AP Monte Carlo on both front and rear with a brake bias adjuster fitted. Fully adjustable GAZ coil-over dampers are fitted, along with adjustable track control arms and a quick rack. A long distance fuel tank with dash gauge is fitted with twin Facet fuel pumps. The interior features the ‘93 London to Sydney Corbeau seats, Luke harnesses, Stilo Intercoms, a Retro Tripmeter and a plumbed-in fire extinguisher. All prospective buyers should satisfy themselves as to the currency and legality of all the safety-related equipment. Supplied with its old MSA log book, a previous FIA historic regularity rally car pass and its UK V5c, this RS1600 is a competitive car and an ideal entry into the enjoyable world of Historic Rallying.
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1972 Ford Escort Mk 1 RS1600 rally car
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LOT 343
1999 Ferrari F355 GTB F1
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Registration: T404 TWX Chassis Number: ZFFXR41C000114419 Engine Number: 51728 Number of cylinders: 8 CC: 3496cc Year of Manufacture: 1999 RHD/LHD: Right Hand Drive Estimate: £85,000 - £95,000
• Only 4,985 miles from new and believed to retain all factory finishes, simply beautiful • Lovely spec including Rosso paint, Crema leather, Red calipers, and F1 paddle-shift gearbox • Last major service on December 17 at a highly regarded marque specialist. Offered with a fresh MOT • Incorporating the latest Formula 1 technology at the time, could the F1 variant be the collectors choice? The Ferrari F355 is a modern classic, so beautiful, so wellengineered and so well received that it marked the beginning of the end of the old-guard ‘Ferraristi’ philosophy that the only “real” Ferraris were ones with 12-cylinder engines. The Ferrari F355 Berlinetta and Targa GTS burst onto the world stage in the spring of 1994. It had almost exactly the same dimensions as its predecessor the 348, yet it was virtually a new car, as its stunning coachwork indicated. Many hours of wind tunnel testing influenced the harmonious shape which incorporated an F1 style flat bottom with an air flow channel that generated enough down-force to offset any lift. The longitudinally mounted 3496cc V8 had a stunning 380 horsepower at a spine-tingling 8250 rpm. The gearbox now had six speeds with a new type of synchromesh that made it much easier to shift. New electronically adjustable shock absorbers varied their stiffness within milliseconds to suit the road surface. Around Ferrari’s 1.86 mile Fiorano test track the 355 was two seconds a lap faster than the 12-cylinder 512 TR; that level of performance combined with its sensational shape made it a worldwide success story. This particular F355 Berlinetta is a UK-supplied, right-handdrive specified with the F1 paddle-shift gearbox, Crema leather, Bordeaux carpets and Red brake calipers, probably the optimum specification for a 355. At the time of launch, the F1 gearbox utilised, as the name suggests, technology descending directly from the 1989 Ferrari Formula 1 programme offering for the first time in a production sports car the ability to shift gears from the steering wheel without
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the use of the clutch pedal. An expensive £6,000 option that makes the F1 variant the rarest of all F355 produced with just 1,042 road going GTB’s. Retaining what we believe to be all original factory finishes and showing just under 5,000 miles, this example is one of the finest we have seen. The most recent invoice you will find in the history folder will be for a new MOT and prior to that a major service including belts carried out at a highly regarded Ferrari specialist dated December 2017. Dry stored correctly new from new, this is a unique opportunity to own a Ferrari with timeless beauty, in superb original condition. If only the very best is good enough, wait no longer as this F355 is available on sale at a very realistic guide price.
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LOT 345
2007 Bentley Arnage T 500 Mulliner
Registration: BD57 BVX Chassis Number: SCBLF45F88CH12725 Engine Number: 200767 Number of cylinders: 8 CC: 6761 Year of Manufacture: 2007 RHD/LHD: Right Hand Drive Estimate: £32,000 - £37,000
• The final incarnation of the long-lived Arnage with a mechanical refresh • Low-inertia Mitsubishi Turbos, new camshafts, all-new roller tappet system, engine capacity now 6761cc. • 500bhp /738lb/ft. Top speed of 180mph and the 0-60 whoosh down to 5.2 seconds
transmission found in the Continental range, however. with that amount of torque it probably didn’t need six speeds, it didn’t really need four, but the requirement was for a stateof-the-art gearbox with computer management, multiple modes and Tiptronic-style overrides, and they came with a minimum of six ratios.
• First registered on 31/10/2007 and has been enjoyed by four owners from new • The Silver coachwork is unmarked as is the sumptuous Cream leather Mulliner interior • Impeccable service history. MOT until 7/09/19. Original handbooks. Spare key The Bentley Arnage T laid claim to the title of the world’s fastest saloon car in 2002, needing to use all but the last two spots on its 170mph speedometer. Powered by the 6.75 litre Rolls-Royce, V8 engine which had been treated to what Bentley described as ‘the most thorough re-engineering of its life’, the Arnage produced a whopping 450 bhp and an amazing 645 lbs ft of torque, in no small part accredited to the twin-turbochargers. The other changes included a ‘drive-by-wire’ throttle to go hand-in-hand with a new electronic stability program and revised suspension. It featured a roll stiffness 57% greater than the Red Label, this gave the nearly three-ton car immense poise. All of this, coupled with a structure that was 10% stiffer than the Red Label, transformed this luxury cruiser into a mile crunching supercar rival, propelling the driver to 60 miles per hour in just 5.5 seconds in a luxuriously appointed cabin. For the 2007 model year, the Garrett turbochargers were replaced with low-inertia Mitsubishi units, new camshafts and an all-new roller tappet system were fitted, and the engine capacity increased fractionally to 6761cc. Peak power was now up 11% to a fashionable 500bhp with torque up to 738lb/ft. enabling a top speed of 180mph and the 0-60 whoosh was now down to 5.2 seconds. The engine was mated to a revised version of the six-speed ZF automatic + buyer’s premium of 15% including VAT @ 20%
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Registration: XHH 157H Chassis Number: 9140431347 Engine Number: 6404834 Number of cylinders: 4 CC: 1991 Year of Manufacture: 1970 RHD/LHD: Left Hand Drive Estimate: £75,000 - £95,000
1970 Porsche 914-6 FIA Specification Bid On Lot 346
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• Chassis 9140431347 is a genuine factory 914/6 originally supplied to Porsche Finland in April 1970 • Imported to the UK in 2006. Significant works undertaken by Porsche specialists Historica and BS Motorsport • In 2010, the car was purchased by Porsche racing and restoration specialists Knüpfing Motorsport • The engine was supplied, built to full race-spec, and fitted by Knüpfing Motorsport. Fully documented • UK registered with MoT and Historic Vehicle tax status. Ready for immediate use on the road or race track • Export 56 are happy to assist with acquiring FIA HTP papers and help with European race support if required A lot of owners, in fact over 100,000 would eventually conclude that the Porsche 914 was worth its price. But given its VW engine, some marque fans found it hard to accept the 914 as a “real” Porsche. Zuffenhausen was uncomfortable with that, too, and thus decided to make the Porsche 914 a real Porsche, in fact, as well as name. The result appeared in late 1970 as the 914/6 (at which point the four-cylinder model informally became the 914/4). Powered by the 2.0-litre 110-horsepower flat-six from the 1969-model 911T, with capacitive-discharge ignition and twin triplechoke Weber carbs, it came with 5.5-inch-wide five-lug wheels (distinctive 10-spoke light-alloys were available), plus suitably fatter tires and ventilated front brakes. Amenities were also more generous: 911-style full instrumentation (with 150-mph speedo and 8,000-rpm tach), three-speed wipers and electric washers (the latter replacing a footoperated bulb type), dual-tone horn, and a vinyl covering for the basket handle. Built entirely by Porsche and badged as such in all markets, the Porsche 914/6 sold for better than $2,500 more than the four-cylinder car, about $6,100 in the United States and was thus even more difficult to sell. To no one’s surprise, it was quietly dropped in late 1972 after only 3,351 examples
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had been sold. Chassis 9140431347 is a genuine factory 914/6 originally supplied to Porsche Finland in April 1970 and finished in Irish Green over black Leatherette. The only options noted on the car’s Certificate of Authenticity were a compact steering wheel 380mm and rectangular fog lights in white. There is not a great deal known about the early history of this car other than it left Finland for the US where it spent most of its life. The car was recorded on the Porsche 914/6 Registry as being located in 2005 in Pleasanton, California. In 2006, it was brought into the UK and during a 2-year period, significant works were undertaken by Porsche specialists Historica and BS Motorsport. All works carried out are fully documented in the cars history file. In 2010, the car was purchased by Armin Knüpfing of Knüpfing Motorsport. Porsche specialists Knüpfing Motorsport have restored, raced, and maintained a significant number of original Porsche Works Factory Race Cars including several 914/6 GTs. Although the car is a genuine factory 914/6, it is not an original 914-6 GT. However, the steel arches that are fitted to the car are in fact OEM, genuine Porsche parts. The six does not have its matching number engine, but it does have an original 2.0 litre 914/6 engine with the correct and proper Magnesium engine crankcase. The engine was supplied, built and fitted by an ex-Porsche Werks Specialist, Knüpfing Motorsport and has been built to full race specification and fully documented.
Built by Knüpfing Motorsport, Historica, BS Motorsport and currently prepped by Export 56. 1. Full Race Engine by Knüpfing Motorsport 2. NOS Factory GT panels and parts 3. Race-spec fuel cell 4. Custom-made high-flow aluminium oil coolers 5. Black series power fleck both Arms tall suspension 6. Braided brake lines all round 7. Adjustable brake-bias valve 8. Bridgestone POTENZA S-02 Tyres x 4 9. Minillites 75×15 Front and 8J x15 Rear 10. 3-branch manifolds all equal length 11. MSD ignition complete with MSD coil packs amplifiers and electronic distributors. 12. 3-spoke prototype steering wheel 13. Reinforced roll cage 14. Facet fuel pump complete with Malpassi filter and regulator
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15. Sandler 4-point harness with quick release 16. Bilstein front and rear shocks 17. Recaro bucket seat 18. Rear arms have black series powder flex bush 19. Rear arms are balanced with support arms and reinforced 20. Front and rear sway trays 21. High tensile wheel studs 22. Rear arms are balanced with support arms and reinforced 23. Lexan plexiglass windows This rare little Porsche racer is UK registered with an MOT and Historic Vehicle tax status and is ready for immediate use on the road or race track. Export 56 are happy to assist with acquiring FIA HTP papers for this special car and help the new owner with European race support if required. Export 56 are happy to assist with acquiring FIA HTP papers for this special car and support the new owner with European race support if required.
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LOT 346
1970 Porsche 914-6 FIA Specification
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Registration: PX60 AHC Chassis Number: WF0GXXGCDGAS15376 Engine Number: S15376 Number of cylinders: 4 CC: 2521 Year of Manufacture: 2010 RHD/LHD: Right Hand Drive Estimate: £25,000 - £30,000
2010 Ford Focus RS500
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• Limited edition RS500 with 19inch wheels, flared arches, deep diffuser, and a serious rear wing • Launched as the ultimate performance Ford with a muscular 345bhp, 2.5-litre, 5-cylinder engine • First registered in November 2010 finished in a modelunique Matt Black ‘foil’ paintwork • Odometer showing just 25,259 miles - minimal use over the last 5 years The Ford Focus RS500 made its global debut at the Leipzig Motor Show on April 9th, 2010 and marked the final swansong for production of the remarkable, second generation, Focus RS. The last vehicles left Ford’s Assembly Plant in Germany during September 2010. The new and more powerful, limited edition Focus RS500 model was launched as the ultimate performance Ford to provide the definitive driving experience for serious performance car enthusiasts. The new model was given the RS500 designation to highlight its strictly limited production run of 500 individually-numbered vehicles and featured a muscular 345bhp, 2.5-litre, 5-cylinder engine, which generated 15% more power than the standard Focus RS and delivered truly exhilarating performance. In the raw, the RS looked a bit of a ‘beastie’ with its gaping grille, 19inch wheels, flared arches, deep diffuser, and a wing that would embarrass a Porsche Turbo, and left you in no doubt about its intentions. However, the limited edition RS500 is even more dramatic sporting a unique matt black ‘foil’ paint finish with matching alloy wheels and delivering a powerful visual impact unmatched by any other production Ford. The development programme included a dedicated endurance test at the infamous Nordschleife, where Ford ‘TeamRS’ engineers were joined by three Ford-employed racing drivers, working in shifts, to complete 10,000km of non-stop driving, equivalent to competing in ten consecutive Nürburgring 24-hour races without a break.
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Offered here is a right-hand drive Focus RS500 first registered in the UK on 1st November 2010. It is thought to have been one of the early models used by Ford to promote the new model. The car has been with our vendor since 2015 in a small collection of Cosworths and has been used fairly infrequently - a testament to the 25,259 miles shown on the odometer. Supplied with a UK V5c, this car presents the opportunity to own a rare RS model that joins a long line of iconic RS Fords.
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LOT 348
1987 Ford Sierra RS500 Cosworth
Registration: E55 DGU Chassis Number: WF0EXXGBBEGG38796 Engine Number: GG38796 Number of cylinders: 4 CC: 1993 Year of Manufacture: 1987 RHD/LHD: Right Hand Drive Estimate: £40,000 - £50,000
• Delivered new to Mr J.Carter in September 1987 number 439 of 500 • Previous multiple shows and Concours winner and magazine featured on numerous occasions • Having sat for nine years in storage, it is now in need of some recommissioning • Supplied with a V5c, magazines in which it has appeared, and a file of invoices The original Ford Sierra RS Cosworth was the first Ford to wear the Cosworth badge and was presented to the public at the Geneva Motor Show in March 1985. It was introduced as a means of homologating the Sierra for ‘Group A’ Touring Car racing, with a requirement that 5,000 cars were built and sold. Launched for sale in July 1986, and based on the three-door Sierra body-shell, it was designed by Ford’s Special Vehicle Engineering (SVE) and was powered by a Cosworth-designed 2.0-litre turbo engine of now legendary repute. At this time, the Sierra Cosworth was a new kind of performance car - a ‘blue-collar hero’able to humble true sports cars! In total 5,545 cars were produced - of which 500 were sent to Aston Martin Tickford for conversion to the Sierra ‘RS500 Cosworth’. If the RS Cosworth was a homologation car, the RS500 was an evolution special. Once Ford had built the requisite 5,000 RS Cosworths, Group A rules allowed an upgraded ‘evolution’ model to be launched. This could carry changes focused on improving its racing potential, provided Ford sold 10% of the original number as road cars, hence the 500. The RS500 was announced in July 1987 and had a mechanically uprated Cosworth engine (more similar to the one to be used in competition), with power boosted to 224bhp, upgraded brakes, modified bodywork and the caché of being hand-assembled - the RS500 really is the ultimate 1980’s Fast Ford! Indeed, during the model’s 30th anniversary year in 2017, the RS500 was named the ‘Ultimate Cosworth’by one of the UK’s biggest one-make car shows. Offered here is a Ford Sierra Cosworth RS500, build number 439 of 500, which was supplied new via Bristol Street Motors, Bromley to a Mr Jim Carter of Biggin Hill on 1st September 1987 finished in Diamond White and wearing registration ‘E55 DGU’- a plate it still bears to this day. + buyer’s premium of 15% including VAT @ 20%
Impressed with its performance but craving more, Mr Carter embarked on a journey of horsepower and speed and took ‘E55 DGU’over to Graham Goode Racing (GGR), who at the time were successfully running an RS500 race car in the British Touring Car Championship under the Listerine Racing banner. An eight-page article in the July 1990 issue of Performance Ford magazine included in the history file tells the story of how Jim Carter pointed to the Listerine RS500 race car in GGR workshops and said: “I want my car turning into the road-legal version of that.” It was then both Jim and GGR had to decide just how far to go with improvements in specific areas of the car. An invoice for £8,652 in November 1989 details the engine work carried out at that time by Graham Goode including a new sump, new crank, con-rods, pistons, cylinder head, camshafts, modified Garret T3 turbo‚ the list goes on. The result of this work was an engine that was built to Group ‘A’ British Touring car specification and easily capable of pushing out some 450 bhp! The history file includes further expenditure on the car by Jim at GGR over the years of his ownership, enabling him to become a multiple Concours winner with this RS500. Included in the file is a ‘Captains Log’notepad in which Mr Carter has carefully recorded movements, tweaks, mileage, oil changes, and Concours results, right up until 1996 when he sold his beloved RS500 to a Mr Walker of Wexham. Further engine and turbo modifications in the intervening years with two further owners means that the car is unlikely to be running the Graham Goode spec engine. The car ended up in Northern Ireland for a brief period before being sold to our vendor in 2011. Since then it has remained in storage in a small collection of cars including other Ford Cosworths but has not been driven. The car runs and drives, but having been stored for the last 9 years, it is being offered as a recommissioning project hence today’s sensible auction estimate. Supplied with 14 previous MOT Certificates beginning at 1990 through to 2009, we believe but cannot warrant that the car has covered 33,870 miles. The original service book, countless magazines in which it has appeared, and a decent file of invoices accompany the sale of the car. Rarely do RS500s come to market at today’s guide price, and it would appear that ‘E55 DGU’is dearly loved amongst the RS community as many people have inquired about its whereabouts. Come to Stoneleigh Park and view #439/500 for yourself!
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LOT 349
1996 Ford Escort Cosworth Lux
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Registration: P200 ODP Chassis Number: WFOBXXGKABSP93523 Engine Number: SP93523 Number of cylinders: 4 CC: 1994 Year of Manufacture: 1996 RHD/LHD: Right Hand Drive Estimate: £80,000 - £90,000
• A much-admired example from a small private collection of Cosworths • Finished in Diamond White with a beautiful Raven Black leather interior • Just three former keepers and only 838 miles showing on the odometer! • Stunning condition throughout - a time capsule The Ford Escort RS Cosworth proved that it was possible to follow its legendary 1980s Sierra namesake. Just like the Lancia Integrale and Subaru Impreza, this was a Group ‘A’ rally car for the road - pure and simple. It was actually underpinned by a shortened version of the Sierra Cosworth RS Cosworth’s platform and powered by the same 2.0-litre turbocharged longitudinally mounted Cosworth-developed engine driving all four wheels. At its retail launch in 1994, two models were available, the ‘Club-spec’ standard car at £21,380 and the more optioned ‘Lux’ version. In 1995, the RS Cosworth was treated to a mild facelift, receiving a new honeycomb grille, restyled bumpers, a more attractive fascia, and revised alloy wheels. The car continued until early 1996 when emissions regulations forced it out of production. Like pretty much every RS Ford, it was a classic from the moment it was built. This UK-supplied right-hand drive Escort RS Cosworth Lux rolled off the production line on 1st February 1996 before being first registered as ‘P949 PGH’. Supplied by Dees Ford of Croydon in Diamond White with a Raven Black leather interior, the odometer currently reads an incredible 838 miles! The trip meter, which has never been zeroed also reads the same. Open the driver’s door and the waft of a ‘new car smell’ still remains, whilst the Recaro seats are in A1 condition and barely look like they’ve been sat in, which they haven’t much. Peek underneath and the original factory Waxoyl is still present and the car sits on its original Pirelli tyres that still retain the rubber tags on the sidewalls! Magazine featured in the March 2009 issue of Fast Ford, it was used as the car in their Buyer’s Guide and has also been featured in their calendars.
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This time-capsule car has had three previous keepers and has made ‘guest appearances’ in notable Ford collections in the intervening years. Supplied with a UK V5c and now registered ‘P200 ODP’, it was fully serviced at a Ford Main Dealer, including fresh cambelts, in 2017 and has barely covered a single mile since. This is without doubt one of the most special Fords Silverstone Auctions has ever offered and this car presents a unique opportunity for an astute buyer to complete the ‘full set’. Form an orderly queue here, please.
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LOT 350
2001 Porsche 911 Turbo (996)
Registration: AE51 HEU Chassis Number: WP0ZZZ99Z2S680302 Engine Number: 64200894 Number of cylinders: 6 CC: 3596cc Year of Manufacture: 2001 RHD/LHD: Right Hand Drive Estimate: £55,000 - £65,000
• Just 13,191 miles indicated. One previous owner, manual gearbox, presented in outstanding order • Lovely spec with Arctic Silver paint, Black leather electric sports seats, and sunshine roof • Detailed main dealer service record and offered fully recommissioned after a period of dry storage • UK-delivered, RHD, probably the finest example available and an opportunity not to be missed Launched in 2000, the 996 Turbo offered genuine supercar performance in a compact and practical package. Arriving with four-wheel drive as standard, a water-cooled engine, a smooth new bodyshell, and a radically updated cabin, the new 996 Turbo was a thoroughly sophisticated, all-weather, competent supercar and although it went out of production in 2005, in real terms, it’s still as quick as anything on the road. Mid-range punch is the 996 Turbo’s party trick and while 420bhp might not be a headline power figure today, it still feels seriously rapid with instant thrust that ensures you are pressed against the back of the seat and a flow of power that feels almost linear. The chassis and brakes are a perfect match for the engine’s performance, whilst the ride is taut but retains enough suppleness for long journeys to remain comfortable. With four-wheel drive and the engine slung out the back, both grip and traction are incredibly strong promoting a feeling of confidence that can border on invincibility! Delivered new by Porsche Lancaster of Cambridge, this beautiful Pre-Facelift, manual Turbo had been specified with Arctic Silver paintwork, Black leather electric sports seats, sunshine roof, Becker CD radio, Aluminium interior furniture, and a top tinted screen. The car is supplied with its original book packs, tools, car cover and a history folder including a maintenance record that is complete and detailed. The V5 document shows just one previous keeper and our fastidious vendor has made the decision to fully recommission the car after a period of dry storage before offering the Turbo for + buyer’s premium of 15% including VAT @ 20%
auction. With such low use, the car is, as you might expect, near perfect and probably the best example that is likely to come to market for some time. The exterior is excellent and the Arctic Silver paintwork really suits the 996’s sleek profile. Equally, the Black leather sports seats still retain the factory satin finish that often becomes somewhat shiny from general wear. Offered at a realistic guide, showing less than 14,000 miles, this Porsche 911 996 Turbo looks like small change in comparison to its earlier counterparts. A ‘must have’ to complete any collection of landmark sporting cars or maybe an example that can be used sparingly retaining its low mileage.
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LOT 351
1967 Sunbeam Alpine Race Car
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Registration: MUD 97E Chassis Number: B395013607HRO Engine Number: Not Specified Number of cylinders: 4 CC: 1725 Year of Manufacture: 1967 RHD/LHD: Right Hand Drive Estimate: £15,000 - £18,000
• Coltec Racing 1725 Holbay engine on twin 45 DCOE Webers • Lightened, seam-welded shell with aluminium bonnet. Fiat Mirafiori 5-speed box, Atlas Floating axle • Recent engine rebuild by Power Engineering (£3,700) Zero race-hours since • Sparco race seat, new TRS Harness and Lifeline fire system (Jan 2019). Gold 15” Minilites • Significant History file. Classic Sports Car Club Vehicle ID document In 1956 Kenneth Howes and Jeff Crompton were tasked with designing a dedicated sports car aimed principally at the US market and in 1959, Rootes launched the Alpine twoseater sports convertible. The Alpine was produced in four subsequent revisions until 1968 when, with total production numbering around 70,000, the model was delisted shortly after the Chrysler takeover of the Rootes Group. The car made extensive use of components from other Rootes Group vehicles and was built on a modified floor-pan from the Hillman Husky estate car with running gear mainly from the Sunbeam Rapier, and front disc brakes replacing the saloon car’s drums. The final version was fitted with a new five-bearing 1,725 cc engine with twin Zenith-Stromberg semi-downdraught carburettors that produce 93 bhp, quite impressive in period. This example was first registered new in February 1967 and converted during the 90s to a club race car. It has been campaigned successfully in the AMOC Intermarque series, the CSCC Swinging Sixties and has achieved several class wins including the prestigious Eifelrennen and the Spa Classic. Power is from a Coltec Racing 1725 Holbay engine on twin 45 DCOE Weber carburettors, with zero race hours since a rebuild by Power Engineering costing circa £3,700.00. Dyno printouts indicate an output of 138 bhp and this is fed through a Fiat Mirafiori 5-speed gearbox, Atlas Floating axle, and a ZF limited-slip differential. The body shell has been lightened and seam-welded with an aluminium bonnet and the car is fitted with a Sparco race seat, new TRS Harness, and the Lifeline fire system was
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serviced in January 2019. The car is attractively finished in British Racing Green with a yellow coachline and sits on gold 15” Minilite wheels. A class-winning Historic race car with a refreshed engine, the Alpine comes with a Classic Sports Car Club Vehicle ID document and would make an excellent entry into the remarkably friendly world of Historic Motorsport.
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LOT 352
1965 Sunbeam Tiger Mk1 A Race Car
Registration: FD5 53L Chassis Number: B9472812HROFE Engine Number: JAL562287 Number of cylinders: 8 CC: 5.0 Year of Manufacture: 1965 RHD/LHD: Right Hand Drive Estimate: £45,000 - £55,000
• Re-patriated in 1989 from South Africa as a road car and subsequently UK registered in 1990. • AMOC Intermarque Championship winner. Still road legal • Well developed with a 100% reliability record • Purchased in 2016 by our vendor and only two track days since • Regularly maintained and prepared. Race Ready Manufactured between March and June 1965 and marked for export to South Africa from new, the extensive owner’s file that accompanies this Tiger, tells us that during its stay in South Africa it was owned by Mr Peter Van Walt of Brackenhurst who was an enthusiastic member of the Sunbeam Tiger Club of South Africa. In 1989, it was repatriated by Mr David Barnes of Glasgow as a road car and subsequently registered in the UK in 1990. Modification and development work for its evolution from road to race car was carried out over the next two decades, culminating into its transformation into a championship winning historic race car, all documented with folders of photographs and invoices totalling thousands of man-hours and tens of thousands of pounds in race development. Now running a David Henning Motorsport prepared 302ci/5.0-litre engine (spare matching numbers engine included with sale), spec briefly comprises; Block re-bore to +0.030, Aluminium Performer Heads, larger inlet and outlet valves, new lead free guides, screw in rocker studs / roller rockers / competition valve retainers / collets, stem seals, 280 high-lift cams, high-tension rod bolts, forged domed pistons, shot-peened rods, bigger baffled sump, new high volume Edelbrock water pump, high-volume oil pump, windage tray, high-voltage coil, 11:1 compression ratio, Holley 650 double-pump carburettor, fed through an Edelbrock inlet manifold and Carter fuel pump. 6 bolt bellhousing, remote oil filter and new McLeod Kevlar HD Competition clutch. Cooling is through a custom built aluminium radiator with twin electronic fans. Also fitted are a high-torque starter motor and high output alternator. Much attention has been paid to geometry and the + buyer’s premium of 15% including VAT @ 20%
suspension set up, with a recent invoice from set up “Guru” Simon James for nearly Three Thousand Pounds. Running Watts-linkage, anti-tramp bars, Koni adjustable shocks, 3.07 LSD. braking on the front is via Brembo 4-pot callipers with RS4 4/2 Pagid Pads. Sitting on four Revolution Minilite style wheels shod with Toyo R888 tyres. The file contains an invoice from Forge Motorsport for over £1,500 for an aluminium fuel tank and other fuelling accessories. The shell is seam-welded but retains its original panels, it has a Safety Devices roll cage, with removable diagonal. Fitted with an in-date Tillet carbon fibre race seat, with a current TRS 6 point harness. The plumbed-in Lifeline system was replaced in January 2019, making it safe and ready to compete. Additional spares include 4 x Minilite wheels and tyres, plus its original matching numbers engine. During 2011-2016, the previous owner concentrated on two other race cars, however, whilst in his ownership, the Tiger was regularly invited to all the Goodwood Members Meetings. In 2016, the Tiger was sold to its current owner where it’s been stored in his private collection and, apart from shaking the car down at Mallory Park during a track day, it has not competed in anger. The current owner is an ex Peugeot Sport mechanic who owns and runs a busy service and MOT station and simply hasn’t had the time recently to think about racing the car although he has continued to service and aintain this semi-tame Tiger so it can roar into action at a moment’s notice. This is a seriously quick competition car and not for the faint-hearted. It will reward time spent testing before the season in order to acquaint yourself with the ways of the jungle. Results: All AMOC Intermarque Championship 2005 Class A Joint Class Champion 2006 Sunbeam 3rd in the championship. Class A Joint Class Champion 2007 Sunbeam Intermarque Champions Class A Runner Up and Runner Up in Championship. 2009 Sunbeam Intermarque Champions Class A Runner Up and Runner Up in Championship. 2010 Sunbeam 3rd in Championship and Class A Runner Up.
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LOT 353
1994 Porsche 968 Club Sport Lux (UK sport model) Bid On Lot 353
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Registration: POR 968S Chassis Number: WPOZZZ96ZRS815295 Engine Number: 42R01300 Number of cylinders: 4 CC: 3.0 Year of Manufacture: 1994 RHD/LHD: Right Hand Drive Estimate: £20,000 - £25,000
• Genuine Clubsport Lux (UK Sport model). One of 306 UK-right-hand drive cars • Very rare in Riviera Blue set off by Black 17” Porsche ‘Cup 2’ wheels • 107,000 miles. Recent service including belts and tensioners • Superb history file. Porsche Certificate of Authenticity • Perfect registration number - POR 968S Long-term Porsche devotees will be all too familiar with the 968, introduced to the world back in 1991, and as it turned out, was to be the end of the line for Porsche’s enduring front-engined four-cylinder model line. The 968 was developed directly from the 944, which meant adopting its well-honed and well-proven running gear, whilst presenting a fresh design aesthetic that made it feel like a significantly new model. The standard 968 was a great all-round sports car, but as a last ‘hurrah’ to this enduring lineage Porsche wanted to create a car tailored more for the pure enthusiast and, in particular, one that would excel in competition. In late 1992, the 968 ‘Club Sport’ was introduced and, whilst it was mechanically identical to the standard 968 and shared the same 3.0-litre engine (producing 225lb-ft of torque and 240bhp) and 6-speed gearbox, it differed in a number of important ways. This track-focused run-out model adopted the philosophy of ‘less is more’ by removing all luxury-related equipment from the basic build specification. With the no-frills approach, less weight, and clever suspension, Porsche could now focus media attention on the Club Sport’s fast road and track abilities. As soon as the press got hold of the Club Sport and discovered what a brilliant drivers’ car it was, the credibility of the 968 went through the roof. Even Walter Röhrl reckoned it was the best handling car that Porsche made. The CS achieved a ‘Performance Car of The Year’ award in 1993 from Performance Car magazine in the UK. In total, just 1,923 CS examples were produced worldwide, of which only 179 were UK right-hand drive models, making the Club Sport a very rare Porsche indeed. There has been, over the years, a misconception in the motoring press that
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Club Sports are only Club Sports if they have bucket-seats, wind-up windows, no sunroof, manual hatch, etc., however, the Club Sport was available to order with any number of options - and indeed it frequently was. It’s very common to see Club Sports with Recaro cloth comfort sport front seats, electric windows, sunroof, air conditioning, and even rear seats whilst still sporting the ‘Club Sport’ badge - especially in parts of Europe and Australia. Presented here is a UK-supplied ‘C16’ 1994 Porsche 968 Sport assembled on the infamous Club Sport production line in Zuffenhausen. This car is one of only 306 Sport models produced for the UK market during 1994 and 1995 forming part of the production run of the Club Sport model produced by Porsche. Badged as a ‘968 Sport’ in the UK, all are genuine ‘P35 ClubSports’ and this car is badged as such, with the Luxury Package option which included; electric windows, rear seats, sunroof and other refinements. In addition, the car comes with the original sought after black 17” Porsche Cup II wheels, reduced Radio preparation (a period Blaupunkt ‘quick pull-out’ radio cassette is still fitted, that was ideal for quick removal to save weight on trackdays), mechanically adjustable lightweight black fabric factory seats, specific to Clubsport Lux models front and rear and black body trim decals. Supplied with a comprehensive service history comprising of twenty-three service stamps from both Official Porsche Centre’s and marque specialists, a binder bursting with reassuring notable invoices along with the leather Porsche document folder, owner’s manual, most of the original factory brochures, original tool kit, compressor and two keys this 968 is unable to hide its pampered life. Reassuringly, the all import timing belt, tensioners and water pump were changed in the last 18months, with less than 1,000 miles use since. Finished in its original colour combination of Riviera Blue Porsche with a black fabric Recaro cord seats which present in impeccable condition, this provides the perfect environment to enjoy the six-speed gearbox, the rev hungry four pot motor and the exceptional levels of grip offered by the composed chassis and fresh Michelin Sport road tyres. Now showing 107,000 miles and supplied with a UK V5c bearing apt plate ‘POR 968S’ these wonderful car were declared by Walter Rohrl as being ‘the best handling car that Porsche made.’
2005 Ferrari F430 Coupé (manual) More Images Lot 354
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LOT 354
Registration: SN05 DFD Chassis Number: ZFFEZ58C000142089 Engine Number: 93994 Number of cylinders: 8 CC: 4308 Year of Manufacture: 2005 RHD/LHD: Right Hand Drive Estimate: £100,000 - £120,000
• 1 of circa 100 examples in RHD supplied to the UK with a manual gearbox • Just 19,000 miles. Ferrari service history, most recent only 150 miles ago at Dick Lovett in Swindon • Carbon-fibre race seats, cream leather headlining, Scuderia wing shields, and carbon-fibre driving zone • A classic combination of Rosso Corsa paintwork and Crema leather interior • Considered a high-tide point for ‘real’ Ferraris and the last model to offer a fully manual open-gated gearbox • Tipped to be a future classic Manufactured from 2004 until 2009, the Ferrari F430 was the successor to the very successful 360M and, according to its creators, was at least 70% new compared with the previous model, itself a ground-breaker. Its aluminium structure was more rigid than the 360’s, it had a new engine, a new F1 gearbox, a new differential, and a brand-new chassis, and although the styling is obviously reminiscent of the 360M’s, in reality, it’s pretty much a ground-up design. Largely the work of Pininfarina, although overseen by Ferrari’s design chief Frank Stephenson, the F430 still looks fresh today, more crisp-edged than the 360, with a strong hint of Enzo around the surface-erupting tail-lights. Its all-new 4.3-litre V8 engine, with four valves per cylinder instead of the 360’s five, and chain camshaft drive instead of belts, with a consequent great reduction in service costs, has a variable-valve-timing system lifted straight from the Enzo’s V12, dry-sump lubrication, a very high compression ratio (11.3:1), a variable airflow plenum chamber, and an enormous electronic brain making the decisions in the form of not one, but two, Bosch Motronic ME7 ECUs. At 483bhp it boasts 21% more power than the 360, exceeding even that of the mighty (and turbocharged) F40, whilst the torque spread is extraordinary for an engine keen to howl beyond 8500rpm. All these factors contribute to a 0-62mph time of just 3.7 seconds and a maximum speed in excess of 196mph. + buyer’s premium of 15% including VAT @ 20%
The advancements continued with the ‘Manettino’, the steering wheel-mounted selector for stability systems, damping, shift speed, and throttle response. And there’s the E-diff, whose calibrations this alters, a clever, clutchcontrolled active differential that sorts out waywardness, not by inhibiting one rear wheel, but by pouring more torque into the other. Ferrari reckons it’s worth 3 seconds a lap at the Fiorano test track, and it certainly helps make the F430 a far more forgiving machine than the 360, and a car of supremely subtle and keen responses. The car presented here is a UK-supplied RHD 2005 Ferrari F430 coupe with the classic open-gated manual gearbox, which has long been associated with so many legendary models. It is 1 of circa 100 examples configured in RHD supplied to the UK and with such a gearbox, making it a scarce and hugely desirable commodity. Added to this, is the classic combination of Rossa Corsa paintwork with Crema leather interior, plus a very discerning specification, including carbon fibre race seats (large) with red stitching and embossed Ferrari crests, cream leather headlining, Scuderia wing shields, Becker radio-CD-Sat Nav unit, yellow rev counter, and carbon fibre driving zone. The car was bought by our vendor two years ago from Dick Lovett Ferrari to form part of a small collection and has been kept in his dehumidified garage and used sparingly only on dry days. It has now covered just 19,000 miles, and has an enviable Ferrari service history, having had its most recent service just 150 miles ago at Dick Lovett Ferrari of Swindon. Sadly, unforeseen circumstances mean our vendor must now part with a few of his cars and is keen that they go to likeminded enthusiasts. The F430 manual has been much hailed as a potential future classic, occupying a unique space where old world Ferrari V8s meets the new. A 430 manual really is a must-have model for any serious Ferrari enthusiast and this fabulous car has to be one of the finest examples currently available, plus it benefits from thorough servicing, a great spec and a classic colour combination. A car not to be missed.
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LOT 356
1966 Ginetta G4 Race Car
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• Chassis restored by Ginetta Heritage (£9,000). New body with hardtop • Freshly painted with new front and rear screens, front and rear lights and a race-spec rollbar • Brand new semi-race 1500 pre-crossflow on twin Webers built by Throbnozzle • BGH Geartech rebuilt 2000E box with Lotus-spec baulk rings etc. Quick shift gear-lever • Now registered on an age-related plate. Huge history file with every restoration invoice • Just completed track test and so ready to race or road with a fresh MoT Ginetta began in Suffolk in the 1950s as a young Ivor Walklett joined his three older brothers to work in the family’s agricultural and structural engineering business and it wasn’t long before his enthusiasm for cars led him to create a special based on a pre-war Wolseley Hornet. The Walklett’s car-making business became known as Ginetta, and that first, corner of the barn special, subsequently became known as the G1. A few years later, Ginetta really hit their stride with the G4, which became available as a kit at the beginning of the 1960s. Intended to be both a bare-bones road-going sports car and competitive racer, the G4 featured a tube frame chassis with double wishbones, coil springs and dampers up front along with a live axle with upper trailing arms, coil springs and dampers at the rear. The old adage “If it looks right, it is right” certainly applied to the astonishingly pretty little Ginetta and, fitted initially with the unburstable 1-litre Ford 105E Anglia engine and subsequently with a Lotus Twin-Cam, the G4 captured the imagination of the competition set and was raced with widespread success as far afield as the USA and Canada. On short circuits, it proved the match of Divas, Marcos and the nimble Lotus Elans and in the hands of the late Chris Meek would become famous for the ‘David and Goliath’ battles with much more powerful Jaguars and the occasional Ferrari.
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Bid On Lot 356
Registration: VAM 951D Chassis Number: 40256 Engine Number: Not Specified Number of cylinders: 4 CC: 1500 Year of Manufacture: 1966 RHD/LHD: Right Hand Drive Estimate: £22,000 - £26,000
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LOT 356
1966 Ginetta G4 Race Car
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LOT 357
2018 Audi R8 Sport Performance Parts Edition Bid On Lot 357
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Registration: VA18 VAJ Chassis Number: WUAZZZFX4J7902037 Engine Number: DKAA003046 Number of cylinders: 10 CC: 5204 Year of Manufacture: 2018 RHD/LHD: Right Hand Drive Estimate: £160,000 - £180,000
• One of only 5 UK cars (44 worldwide). UK models were listed at £176,650 • Featuring a suite of aerodynamic upgrades, upgraded suspension, and an exclusive body kit • Downforce at 205mph is 250kg - 100kg up on that of the standard car. • Audi Smartphone Interface, rear-view camera, MMI Navigation, Audi connect and Virtual Cockpit • Exclusive Sport contour steering wheel with a red 12 o’clock marker and Audi R8 Sports exhaust • One owner with delivery mileage. A unique opportunity in the market today Just five examples of the Audi Sport R8 Performance Parts Edition were destined for the UK and this is your chance to own one of them. Only 44 cars were to be offered worldwide all finished in Misano Red. The UK cars were listed at £176,650 each and this amazing example was supplied by Cheltenham Audi in August and has only covered 70 miles in total. This special edition is the fastest R8 yet thanks to motorsport-proven enhancements that increase downforce and pare back weight. The aero kit is made exclusively from CFRP and features a large fixed rear wing and diffuser, side skirts with the Audi Sport logo, aerodynamic vanes behind the rear wheel arches to channel airflow, more pronounced air inlets at the front, and a deep splitter and sculpted canards that borrow their looks from the first generation Audi R8 GT. All of these elements result in an increase in downforce so that at 205mph it generates 250kg of negative lift, 100kg more than the standard Audi R8 V10 plus. At 93mph the aero kit doubles downforce to an astonishing 520kg. 20” milled lightweight wheels finished in Black are also fitted to reduce unsprung mass and they wear Michelin PilotSportCup 2 tyres, with 245/30 on the front and 305/30 on the rear. The suspension is upgraded to three-way
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adjustable coilovers, whilst the brakes are now ceramic front discs with a titanium backing plate. The exhaust has also been upgraded with titanium components. Inside, you’ll find a range of Audi technology including Audi Smartphone Interface, rear-view camera, MMI Navigation, Audi connect and Virtual Cockpit, and an exclusive Sport contour steering wheel with a red 12 o’clock marker. German motor manufacturers could never be accused of romanticism when it comes to naming their vehicles and no one would have minded if Audi had chosen to single out their fastest and most innovative supercar ever with a single word name like ‘Veyron’ that would work worldwide, however, it would appear that Teutonic efficiency is alive and well and these Misano Red rocketships are entitled “Audi Sport R8 Performance Parts Edition”. Whatever it’s called, there is only one, and it’s here.
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LOT 357
2018 Audi R8 Sport Performance Parts Edition
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LOT 358
1995 Ford Escort RS Cosworth Lux
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Registration: N911 GYG Chassis Number: WF0BXXGKABSU92321 Engine Number: SU92321 Number of cylinders: 4 CC: 1998 Year of Manufacture: 1995 RHD/LHD: Right Hand Drive Estimate: £40,000 - £45,000
• First registered on the 25th November 1995 as N911 GYG, the number it wears today • Finished in the rare colour of Auralis Blue with contrasting Hexagon Cloth • Five times winner of the RS Owners Club Concours and winner of the Hampshire Trust Concours in 2016 • Showing some 51,000 miles supported by every previous MOT Certificate • Full service history made up of Ford main dealer and RS Cosworth specialists. Most recent in Feb 2019 • The cover star of ‘Factory Original RS Cosworths’ and a 38-page write up - signed book included The Ford Escort RS Cosworth proved that it was possible to follow its legendary 1980’s Sierra namesake. Just like the Lancia Integrale and Subaru Impreza, this was a Group-A ‘rally car for the road’ - pure and simple. It was actually underpinned by a shortened version of the Sierra Cosworth RS Cosworth’s platform and powered by the same 2.0-litre turbocharged longitudinally mounted Cosworth-developed engine driving all four wheels. The car was designed and engineered in Boreham, being styled by noted designer Stephen Harper, and ended up being assembled by Karmann in Germany. The potential of the Escort was seen in its first event, the 1993 Monte Carlo Rally, where Delecour and Biasion came 2nd and 3rd respectively. The Escort continued to be very competitive throughout the ‘93 and ‘94 season but it was a ‘one-off’ guest drive by Tommi Makinen that provided the win on the 1994 ‘1000 Lakes’ Rally. Importantly, and true to Ford’s grassroots philosophy, the Escort Cosworth provided a platform for National Rallying and Club enthusiasts throughout the world to enjoy ‘off-the-shelf’ competitive support. First registered on the 25th November 1995 as N911 GYG, the number it wears today, and finished in the rare colour of Auralis Blue with contrasting Hexagon Cloth,
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this is one of the very few Lux examples optioned without the leather interior. This car, known under the previous private registration number ‘B4 RLU’, was chosen by Dan Williamson to grace the cover of his well-regarded book “Factory Original RS Cosworths” and featured extensively in the book itself, a signed copy of which is included. Although showing a shade under 51,000 miles, such was the original condition of the car, apart from some minor paintworks to the front bumper and one side skirt, that it regularly featured on a number of Concours lawns. Between 2013 and 2016 the sparkling little Ford was entered and won first place at five RS Owners Club Concours events as well as the Hampshire Trust Concours in 2016. It’s unusual for Concours entrants to lead a normal life on the road and still present so beautifully, a testament to our vendor’s untiring efforts and, if you get a chance, have a look at the underside of this car. Remarkable. Presented to auction by our vendor who has owned it since 10th October 2015, with one of the best history files we have seen and it includes all tax discs and MOT Certificates from new, the original Ford brochures and service books, two keys, reams of receipts, a tailored car cover, and the hardwon trophies. The service history is made up of Ford main dealer and RS specialists with the latest service carried out in February 2019 by Northampton Motorsport. There are few Concours winning examples that offer such originality and condition at this mileage, and pleasingly, this RS has been maintained superbly and used and enjoyed just as intended.
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LOT 359
1989 Lancia Delta Integrale Rally Car
Registration: F840 ONK Chassis Number: ZLA831AB000766418 Engine Number: Not Specified Number of cylinders: 4 CC: 1995 Year of Manufacture: 1989 RHD/LHD: Left Hand Drive Estimate: £30,000 - £35,000
• Professional £125k rebuild including new shell retaining GP ‘A’ classification • Developed and proven by an experienced team of engineers and now 100% ready to compete • Bacci Romano 6-speed sequential gearbox. Carbon fibre panels including bonnet • Includes spare manual gearbox and 2 x diffs (tarmac and forest) • Great specification and maintained to very high standards
been prepared ready for an end of 2018 event and subsequently not used, this competitive Lancia is now offered in our vendors own words as “100% ready to go”! Offered with a guide value representing only a fraction of the initial build cost, this is an excellent opportunity to acquire a sophisticated Group A Integrale and experience the associated power and four-wheel drive traction of these special cars. Our vendor, along with his team of experienced engineers, has developed this Integrale into a respected and proven competitor in the Scottish Championship. Having been fully prepared to compete at the closing stages of 2018, and subsequently never used, this car is now offered 100% rally ready.
• Ex Rodney Bennet - Respected Integrale authority and competito This particular ‘Group A’ Integrale is a very well know car having previously been owned and campaigned by Rodney Bennet, a respected authority on Lancia Integrales and a successful competitor in these remarkable little Italian cars. ‘Competitive Rally Cars’ and ‘immaculate bodywork’ very seldom appear in the same sentence and, after one particular “that’s not going to polish out” incident during a Scottish Championship rally, our discerning vendor decided that a new bodyshell was probably in order. With the best will in the world, there is no point in having a sparkling new shell and bolting on a lot of well-used bits so the decision was taken to rebuild this Integrale professionally to a very high standard The brief to his engineers was – “I want it built to a high standard, competitive, and remain eligible for Group A”. The specification now includes an engine producing approx 300 bhp whilst giving consideration for reliability and low down torque, Proflex suspension, a Bacci Romano 6-speed sequential gearbox, Gems EM40 ECU, Gems displays, and Carbon fibre panels etc. We understand that the final account for this complete resurrection was a, not insignificant, £125,000. Following the rebuild, our vendor and his team of experienced engineers have continued to develop and maintain this Integrale to the highest standards. Having + buyer’s premium of 15% including VAT @ 20%
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Registration: TBA Chassis Number: NA11001859 Engine Number: Not Specified Number of cylinders: 6 CC: 3000cc Year of Manufacture: 1991 RHD/LHD: Right Hand Drive Estimate: £35,000 - £40,000
1991 Honda NSX
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• Delivered new in Japan (RHD), subsequently moving to the USA and then Belgium • We are advised that the car drives very well. MOT valid until 18/09/2019 • Very nicely presented with an excellent interior and tidy engine bay • Offered with an instruction manual (in Japanese) and the old US Certificate of Title The legendary Honda NSX (standing for New Sportscar Experimental) was developed by the Honda Motor Corporation between 1984 and its eventual launch in 1990, with major chassis and suspension input from three times F1 World Champion, Ayrton Senna. The NSX featured a state of the art 3.0-litre V6 ‘VTEC’ engine (variable valve timing) and an all-aluminium monocoque body, encompassing a revolutionary extruded aluminium alloy frame and suspension. This made the car very light and extremely strong. Despite being developed during F1’s turbo era, the NSX’s 24-valve 3.0-litre V6 engine was normally aspirated. Equipped with the new VTEC variable valve timing system, the all-alloy unit produced 270bhp initially, which was good enough for a top speed of 168mph and a 0-60mph time of less than six seconds. Those performance figures put the NSX on a par with Ferrari’s 348 GTB, but in terms of comfort, ergonomics, driving dynamics, and build quality, the NSX was in a different league entirely. Sadly, this superiority was not translated into sales, and by the time production ceased in 2005 fewer than 20,000 NSXs had been sold. A desirable pop-up headlamp model (later versions had fixed lamps) this right-hand drive NSX was delivered new in Japan, though details of its ownership history there are not known and there is no service history. In December 2017 the car moved from Japan to the USA and had one owner there before finding a new custodian in Belgium, who is selling it in the UK as the car is right-hand drive. The car’s Red paintwork looks good and retains a decent shine as does the Black roof, a feature of the early NSXs. The
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cabin is upholstered in black leather, which remains very presentable as does all the switchgear. The engine bay is excellent, suggesting caring ownership, and the car sits on a set of very smart 10-spoke alloys. A fog light was added for the MOT test, which was passed on 19th September 2018 (expires 18/09/2019). The vendor advises us that the NSX drives very well, its engine very smooth and the gearbox changing without hesitation. Last October the car was driven, without fault, to the Goodwood Breakfast Club to be displayed at their ‘Japanese Sunday’ event, a distance of some 40 miles. The odometer currently reads 61,000km (38,000miles) and the car is offered with an instruction manual (in Japanese) and the old US Certificate of Title. This smart NSX represents a rare opportunity to acquire one of the defining supercars of the 1990s at a very attractive estimate.
Registration: Not Specified Chassis Number:TBC Engine Number: Not Specified Year of Manufacture: 1970 Estimate: £30,000 - £35,000
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LOT 361
1970 Chevron B17 Rolling chassis
• Purchased by our vendor and raced in the States before returning to the UK • Totally rebuilt with a new chassis (the original had been shortened). Old chassis included in the sale • This is a rolling chassis (dummy engine not part of the sale). New engine fitting kit and exhaust
however, the engine fitting-kit is complete and has a new exhaust system. Fully rebuilt and just awaiting an engine, this immaculate 1970s single seater may well be eligible for Formula 3 but that eligibility would have to be established, however, it has been professionally built by John Bright.
he 1970 Formula 3 Chevron B17 was a development of the B15 with a stiffened centre section, new uprights and a tidied engine cover. Jürg Dubler and Peter Hanson both won major F3 races in this model using Novamotor engines. After Reine Wisell’s successes in the B15, the B17 sold well with well-established F3 star Jürg Dubler forsaking Tecno for a B17, the talented Kiwi Bert Hawthorne moving from Brabham, and B15 customers Peter Hanson and Barrie Maskell staying on board. Dubler got the season off to a good start with a win at Montjuich Park in April, and Hawthorne beat a strong British national field at Brands Hatch in May. Later in the season, Hanson won an International at Karlskoga and Dubler won the high-profile Zandvoort race at the end of August. Both Maskell and newcomer Chris Skeaping took their B17s to victory in significant British races. With the introduction of the 1600cc F3 for 1971, larger stronger cars were needed but the B17s continued in use in hill climbs for some years. This Chevron B17 was bought by David Wood in Florida who paid $3,400 for it before it was subsequently purchased by our vendor whilst working in the USA for Lola race cars and raced by him over there before bringing it back to the UK. It has been fully rebuilt with a new chassis as the original had been chopped by 10” to create a short-circuit car-park racer. This original chassis forms part of the sale. The newly built car has only competed in four races since it was finished. It has a Hewland MK8 gearbox with a new 7/31 CWP. The car is being sold as a rolling chassis as the MAE engine was on loan from a colleague. The dummy engine is fitted to aid transport and will not come with the car, + buyer’s premium of 15% including VAT @ 20%
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LOT 362
2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello F1
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Registration: TBA Chassis Number: ZFFBT55C000129723 Engine Number: 70107 Number of cylinders: 12 CC: 5700 Year of Manufacture: 2002 RHD/LHD: Right Hand Drive Estimate: £80,000 - £95,000
• UK-supplied in Azzurro Blue with a Crema interior on the 10th October 2002 • Options included the Fiorano Handling Pack, carbon fibre bucket seats, and leather top roll • Full Ferrari main dealer service history - most recently in February 2019 at Dick Lovett, Swindon • With some 14,700 miles the car has been used sparingly by our vendor since purchase in 2009 • Only 158 ‘ 575’s were delivered to the UK with the F1 gearbox - the first fitted to a V12 Ferrari • With its stylishly uncluttered interior, the front-engined 575 is evocative of Ferrari’s great GTs from the past In 1996, Ferrari introduced the 550 Maranello in a bid to revive their fabled line of grand tourers, and the model quickly proved to be an overwhelming success. Six years later, in 2002, the 575M Maranello appeared bringing with it a host of healthy updates adding additional potency to an already incredible car. Increasing the displacement of the V-12 by 250 cubic centimetres to 5748cc, resulted in 508bhp and 434lb/ft of torque, 0-60 in 4.2 seconds and an advertised top speed of 202 mph. The front end was slightly revised with newer headlights, a redesigned air intake and front spoiler, and the weight distribution was improved to 50/50. Two six-speed transmissions were available – a conventional manual gearbox and, for the first time on a Ferrari V12, Magneti Marelli’s semi-automatic (electro-hydraulic manual) ‘F1’ gearbox. Further mechanical improvements included bigger brakes and an adaptive suspension set-up (the four independent suspension units are also controlled by the gearbox, to minimise pitch throughout the 200-milliseconds gear shift time). Inside, the interior was modernised and refreshed with an updated dashboard, trim, and steering wheel.
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First registered on the 10th October 2002 and finished in Azzurro Blue with Crema leather, this 575M was specified from new with the all-important Fiorano Handling Pack, Carbon Fibre bucket seats, a leather top roll and leathercovered fire extinguisher. Our vendor, a regular client at Silverstone Auctions, added the car to his extensive collection in 2009. Having been used sparingly, with small incremental mileage increases, the odometer now shows a warranted 14,700 miles, covered by just five owners from new. The full Ferrari main dealer service history is complemented by the most recent service in February 2019 which included replacing the cambelt at Dick Lovett, Swindon. With sparkling paintwork, factory panel gaps and a superb interior, this 2002 Ferrari presents really well, however, 575s are not just pretty faces, they’re tantalising to drive, with great balance, lots of power and pin-sharp steering. The all-alloy V12 just keeps revving, whilst variable-volume intake and exhaust systems ensure there’s no shortage of torque. So with classic looks, fabulous build quality and stratospheric performance, these are cars that satisfy on every level. *Please note the private registration is not included.
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Registration: YVL791 Chassis Number: A228256560 Engine Number: Not specified Number of cylinders: 6 CC: 3736 Year of Manufacture: 1949 RHD/LHD: Left Hand Drive Estimate: £20,000 - £25,000
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LOT 363
1949 GMC Stepside Series 100
• Half-ton pick-up truck powered by a 3.7-litre straight-six engine • Restored in Ohio in 2011 and has covered just 1,400 miles since • Imported to the UK in 2013 and supplied with a UK V5c • Engine rebuild in Feb ‘17 by an American truck specialist in Hampshire • A stylish classic truck approaching 70 but still up for a bit of fun Pickup trucks have been a mainstay in popular culture in the USA from their inception and when General Motors added the GMC brand name during WW1, along with Chevrolet, it allowed the two marques to share vehicle platforms, and be marketed to separate audiences; GMC focused more towards commercial use, selling trucks through General Motors dealerships that also offered Buick, Pontiac and Oldsmobile, whilst Chevrolet sold through their own dealership network and aimed at private owners. For a period between 1939 to 1950, GMC trucks were manufactured at the plant in Pontiac Michigan, before moving to the GM truck plants in Oakland California and St Louis Missouri, Presented here is a 1949 GMC ‘Stepside’Series 100 halftonne truck powered by a 3.7-litre inline six-cylinder engine. Superbly restored in Ohio in 2011 by a Mr J. Duber, the truck then went on to be shown at the Concours d’Elegance of the 16th Annual Glenmoor Gathering of Significant Automobiles. The vehicle was imported to the UK and registered with the DVLA in September 2014 obtaining registration ‘YVL 791’in the process. Having covered just 1,400 miles since its restoration, this truck is presented in super condition throughout - you only need to look in the back to see the quality of finish on the wooden loading bay. Offered with a UK V5c, this American truck is the perfect ride to take you to Wheels Day in Aldershot in April, where it will be amongst many of its fellow natives!
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LOT 364
Registration: VVK 9H Chassis Number: GCD169396 Engine Number: ABX 1010 Number of cylinders: 6 CC: 2968cc Year of Manufacture: 1969 RHD/LHD: Right Hand Drive Estimate: £40,000 - £46,000
1969 MGC GTS
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• Built to ‘Works’ spec for competition use in the early 80s by Doug Smith of MG Motorsport for Colin Pearcy • Bodyshell constructed using alloy arches, wings and doors, fabricated in the style of the ‘Works’ cars • Rose-jointed tie rods, anti-tramp bars, straight-cut box, rear disc brakes and competition rear diff. • Raced by Gerry Marshall, Colin Pearcy, Barry ‘Sideways’ Sidery-Smith, and Chris Conoley • FIA papers dated July 1990 state works spec. Currently presenting in excellent condition The MGC GTS Sebring was one of the best looking and most iconic creations to come out of the BMC Competitions Department in the 1960s. MG felt that success in International competition would help their brand image in general and the forthcoming launch of the MGC in particular. Work on designing a lightweight ‘C’ began in 1966 with the intention of competing in the World Sportscar Championship (Group 6 Sports Prototypes) and six bodyshells were built, with the centre structure built from steel similar to the production cars, whilst the exterior panels, such as the roof, doors, and the instantly recognisable bubble-arched wings, were formed in aluminium. Ultimately, only two lightweight versions of the MGC GT were assembled by BMC at Abingdon. These ‘Works’ cars RMO 699F and MBL 546E (affectionately known as ‘Romeo and Mable’) ran in the 1967 Targa Florio and in 1968, the MGC GTS, as it was now known, raced at Sebring and the 84-hourlong Marathon de la Route at the Nürburgring. Their final Works-supported outings were at Sebring in 1969, when the MGC competition project was cancelled. During the early 1980s Colin Pearcy, a name synonymous with British circuit racing and classic MG racers, owned RMO 699F, one of the two official ‘works’ cars built by BMC to compete in the 1969 Sebring 12 hours. Colin raced a variety of cars at that time and was sufficiently successful at International level to qualify for BRDC membership. At the time, Colin had the largest private MG car collection in the country which, at its peak, housed over 30 interesting MGs a few with works history. He raced most of them from time to time, however, he felt that RMO 699F was simply too valuable to risk in ‘Club’ meetings with the inevitable dramas, so he decided to build from scratch an MGC GT that resembled RMO in many ways but could be raced most weekends without the financial penalty. Doug Smith of MG Motorsport had the knowledge and expertise required to construct a replica of Abingdon’s special tuning department’s GTS and this very special works replica would go on to be owned and raced by some of British motorsports most prominent figures. A solid 1969 MGC GT donor car was sourced and construction of the bodyshell was undertaken by Vincent
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Cyril Higgs at Colin’s workshop at Yardley Farm. The aluminium body panels, including the wings, door skins and rear arches, were specially fabricated to duplicate those used by the factory, resulting in the same ‘Macho’ stance that rendered the Abingdon cars so distinctive. The engine build, including blueprinting and balancing, was undertaken by John Murry and the final assembly and set up was entrusted to the experienced hands of Doug Smith of ‘MG Motorsport’. Finished in Signal Red, and looking every inch the Group 6 ‘beastie’, ‘VVK 9H’ was regularly raced by Colin during the late 80s in rounds of the HSCC ‘Classics’ Championship, Top Gear Heritage Championship, and the MGCC Championship. Colin and Gerry Marshall were great mates and indeed shared drives in the car during two-driver races. When approached properly, Gerry was hugely generous with his time and advice, particularly to newcomers, however, when a fellow racer could be heard quoting directly from “The Racing Drivers Book of Excuses” he tended to ‘take no prisoners’ often suggesting that a “lack of power” was more likely a “lack of talent”. Colin was no mean pedaler either, but on one occasion at Mallory, he had not enjoyed his best race in VVK 9H and after some, less than gentle, derision from Mr Marshall, Colin promptly sold it to him and returned to the bar. After a short period of time, the car was then sold on to the prominent car collector Arthur Carter, a close friend of Gerry’s. Mr Carter had the engine totally stripped and rebuilt, and generally recommissioned and it was agreed that the well-respected and vastly experienced club racer, Chris Conoley, would race the car in the UK and at selected International events. We understand that the last such event was the 1990 Trophee des Ardennes at Spa in Belgium. At some point during this period, the exterior of the car was changed from Signal Red to British Racing Green with a Yellow valance and red engine bay as an homage to the original Targa Florio works cars and with the addition of period trade decals, it looked absolutely correct. Purchased by our vendor, a classic car enthusiast and a very well respected client of Silverstone Auctions directly from the Arthur Carter collection, the car today presents and drives very well. It is being offered fully recommissioned with a history file including FIA papers dated 1990, the current V5 documents, and various invoices for work carried out over the years. This is a great opportunity to own a car that is very well known in MG circles with a fascinating provenance. Suitable for hill climbs, circuit racing (new owners would have to establish the currency of safety-related items), or fast-road use and without a doubt this striking MG is sure to be the talking point of any classic car show with its stunning appearance and captivating history. With cars built from works spares changing hands for six-figure sums in recent times, we believe this example, at this guide, represents fantastic value. (Both photographs of the car in its original red are courtesy of Gregor Marshall).
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1969 MGC GTS
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LOT 365
2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT
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Registration: TBA Chassis Number: WMX1973782A009483 Engine Number: 15998060009402 Number of cylinders: 8 CC: 6300 Year of Manufacture: 2013 RHD/LHD: Right Hand Drive Estimate: £220,000 - £250,000
• First registered on the 18th April 2013 as one of, believed, nine UK-supplied cars. • The SLS evolved into the GT with higher trim levels and power than standard • The 6.3-ltr V8 propels the gull-winged supercar to 62mph in 3.7 seconds • Finished in the rare colour of Sepang Brown with an Artico Black leather interior • Full main dealer service history complemented by the most recent in October 2018 • The odometer shows just 17,000 miles covered by three previous keepers. With the introduction of the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG in 2010, the Affalterbach-based firm took a significant step forward. First seen at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show and acknowledged as a tribute to the legendary 300 SL ‘Gullwing’ coupé of the 1950s - arguably the world’s first supercar - the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG was notable as the first model to be designed in-house by AMG. It featured ‘gullwing’ doors like its illustrious predecessor, and succeeded the Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren at the top of the German manufacturer’s range. Styled by MercedesBenz’s Mark Fetherston, the SLS AMG received numerous prestigious design awards and is the only automobile ever to have won the (Gold) Design Award of the Federal Republic of Germany. An open roadster version was introduced for 2011. Boasting a chassis/body of aluminium construction, the SLS (Sport Licht Super) was powered by a 6.2-litre V12 engine producing 563bhp initially - the most powerful normally aspirated production car engine of its day - while the sevenspeed dual-clutch automatic transmission was similarly state-of-the-art. A rear wing, extendable at high speeds, kept the SLS stable at its near-200mph maximum, while its light weight (3,573lbs) helped the car lap the Mercedes-Benz test track quicker than its SLR McLaren predecessor.
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The final evolution of the SLS AMG - the SLS AMG GT - was unveiled at the 2013 Los Angeles Auto Show and was available in Coupe and Roadster form. Only 350 were produced and only nine coupes were supplied to the UK with this example in Sepang Brown with an Artico Black leather interior being first registered in mid-April 2013 to the first of four registered keepers. The car was purchased by our vendor, a regular client of Silverstone Auctions, on the 16th June 2017 and joined his extensive collection. Used sparingly, with the current odometer showing a warranted 17,000 miles, the car has been maintained regardless of use and has a comprehensive, main dealer service history, with the most recent in October 2018. The SLS GT is not the only supercar of recent years to offers blistering performance, a stunning soundtrack, and supreme comfort, however, the package is presented in a considerably more understated form. Its exotic rivals may offer a more dramatic entrance but it’s the AMG’s sheer depth of talent that will leave the lasting impression. Mercedes-AMG CEO Tobias Moers has said that there are no plans for a successor, so for the time being, the SLS AMG remains the ultimate expression of the noble ‘Gullwing’ tradition. *Please note the private registration number is not included.
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LOT 365
2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT
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LOT 366
1991 Porsche 928 S4
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Registration: L133 KJW Chassis Number: WP0ZZZ92ZMS800850 Engine Number: 81M51150 / M28/42 Number of cylinders: 8 CC: 4950 Year of Manufacture: 1994 RHD/LHD: Right Hand Drive Estimate: £30,000 - £35,000
• 1991 model finished in Grand Prix White with Sherwood Green interior. Supplied to Japan via Mizwa Porsche. • Retained by Porsche as a showroom centrepiece.First registered in Japan 6/02/1994. Moved to the UK in late 2013 • 3 keepers in total. 51,260km (31,851m). Porsche Certificate of Authenticity, original service book and handbooks. • MOT valid until 13/08/2019. Excellent service history. Absolutely superb condition throughout • It’s very rare to find a 928 of this vintage with such a comprehensive service record and in this remarkable condition. Porsche’s intended replacement for the 911 may not have achieved that particular goal, but it wasn’t for a lack of performance or technological wizardry. An alloy V8 was attached to a rear-mounted gearbox, and the galvanised body had aluminium doors and bonnet, plus body-coloured plastic bumpers - pretty radical for its time. The 928 was launched toa fanfareand surprised many by being named European Car of the Year, an award that traditionally went to worthy, but dull, family hatchbacks. Critics immediately recognised the advances inherent in the 928 over the 911, and the car was universally praised as one of the greatest ‘GT’ cars of all time. It handled, it was quick, it looked fantastic and it was comfortable. With the 928, Porsche created a serious long distance grand-touring car that could also tackle twisting B-roads with ease, thanks to super-direct steering, 50/50 weight distribution and a clever Weissach rear axle that kept the car firmly planted. Many road testers found that their nerve ran out long before the 928’s grip. Porsche continuously developed their rangetopper throughout its production life, culminating with the launch of the S4 in 1987, which differed slightly from the earlier Series cars with its smoothed-off front and rear bumpers, larger rear spoiler, more interior equipment and a 5-litre version of the V8 engine developing 316bhp and with
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improved low-end pulling power. The 928 S4 was an even greater technical ‘tour de force’ than before. The car presented here is a Porsche 928 S4 Automatic manufactured on the 28th November 1990 (last-of-the-line 1991 model). It was new to Japan via MizwaPorschewhere its early history is interesting, as we believe it was retained by Porsche as a showroom centrepiece, explaining why it was not registered until February 1994 when the Porsche warranty commenced and why it’s UK registered on an ‘L’ prefix. The second owner bought it from the original supplying dealer in March 1995 with circa 5,000 miles and kept it until 2013. It was first registered in the UK on 02/12/2013. The current indicated mileage is 51,260km (31,851 miles) from new and it’s accompanied by its Porsche Certificate of Authenticity, the current MOT valid until 13/08/2019, and the original service book and handbooks showing that it was serviced at > Serviced at 1,155 Km, 5,069 Km, 12,373 Km, 7,784 Km, 29,008 Km, 34,870 Km, 39,338 Km, 42,547 Km, 43100 Km, 43,828 Km and 44,452 Km. This car is in immaculate condition throughout, the Grand Prix White paintwork appears to be 100% original and completely flawless, and it remainsfitted with the correct tyres.It’s very rare to find a 928 of this vintage with such a comprehensive service record and in this remarkable condition.
2012 McLaren MP4-12C
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LOT 367
Registration: HT12 MWF Chassis Number: SBM11AAD1CW001336 Engine Number: 38JBAA111563 Number of cylinders: 8 CC: 3799 Year of Manufacture: 2012 RHD/LHD: Right Hand Drive Estimate: £75,000 - £85,000
• Finished in White with a Carbon Black leather interior • Supplied new to Hong Kong in right-hand drive • Just 6,000 miles from new and freshly serviced at McLaren Bristol • Accompanied by V5c and MOT tested until 2nd April 2019 The MP4-12C is McLaren’s first production car since the legendary McLaren F1. Designed by Frank Stephenson, who also styled the Ferrari F430 and the new Mini, the MP4-12C was launched in 2011 and is built using a great deal of technology from McLaren’s Formula One program. For example, a Formula One-style carbon tub, known as a ‘Carbon Mono Cell’, forms the basis of the car’s chassis and weighs only 80 kg. In addition, the engine is mated to a seven-speed automatic dual-clutch gearbox allowing for seamless gear changes. Even the name ‘MP4-12C’ is an homage to McLaren’s Formula One history, as every chassis since 1981 has been labelled MP4. The 3.8-litre bi-turbo V8 is breathtaking delivering 592bhp at 7,000rpm and 600Nm of torque. Combine that with a kerb weight of only 1,301kg (the Ferrari 458 Italia tips the scales at 1,380kg), and performance is simply sensational. McLaren claims the MP4-12C can sprint from 0-62mph in 3.1 seconds, however where the McLaren blows its rivals away, though, is in acceleration to 125mph. The 458 takes 10.4 seconds, but in its hottest trim, the MP4-12C does it in 8.9 seconds - only the far more expensive Bugatti Veyron is faster. These numbers beat even Ferrari’s best Enzo, too. The 12c’s 6.1-second 0-100mph time is faster than McLaren’s original, more powerful F1 road car - a testament to the traction control and slick seven-speed gearbox. The beautifully engineered cantilever wing doors look fantastic, but it’s the McLaren ProActive Chassis Control (MPCC) that steals the show. Whilst many manufacturers offer adaptive systems, this revolutionary set-up puts the McLaren ahead of its rivals. On the left of the narrow centre console is a dial marked ‘H’ (for handling), which allows you to switch the suspension, steering and electronic stability + buyer’s premium of 15% including VAT @ 20%
control between Normal, Sport and Track modes. A similar dial on the right wears a ‘P’ (for powertrain), and it has the same modes to tweak the response of the gearshifts, engine, and (somewhat indulgently) manage the sound of the power plant in the cabin. Thanks to the large carbon ceramic brakes (optional), and the spectacular rear Air Brake flap, stopping power is superb. The handling is awesome, too. In addition to MPCC, the MP4-12C gets McLaren’s rearwheel Brake Steer system - which brakes the inside wheel, if necessary, to keep you on course. On the exit of tight bends, Brake Steer then also jumps in to minimise time-wasting wheelspin and correctional control inputs. Unbelievably for a car of this nature, the MP4-12C’s fuel efficiency and emissions are unbeatable in this class, emitting less CO2 per horsepower than a Toyota Prius hybrid! The MP4-12C is a remarkable product from a remarkable company. It distils the values of the McLaren brand - technological expertise, efficiency and sheer speed - into a stunningly useable package. This particular 2012 McLaren MP4-12C was ordered new in right-hand and delivered to Hong Kong. However, it was not registered there and remained in a private collection before returning to the UK and being registered here in September 2018. The car is in standard specification and is finished in White with a Carbon Black leather interior. In December 2018, the car was sent to McLaren Bristol where it received a service and is now showing 6,000 miles on the odometer. All taxes paid and now supplied with a UK V5c and MOT tested until 2nd April 2019, this car represents an opportunity to own one of the world’s more competent and seamless supercars.
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LOT 368
Registration: XHR 9 Chassis Number: 677238 Engine Number: W8573-8 Number of cylinders: 6 CC: 3442 Year of Manufacture: 1953 RHD/LHD: Right Hand Drive Estimate: £70,000 - £80,000
1953 Jaguar XK 120 DHC
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• US-LHD 3.4-litre DHC shipped to Texas in 1953 and returned to the UK in 2000 • Subject to a full, body-off restoration and conversion from LHD to RHD, all documented with photographs • During the restoration, no significant corrosion was found ensuring a greater degree of originality • Nicely finished in British Racing Green with Suede Green leather and Apple Green carpets • Cherished by our vendor since 2004. Great history file. Launched in Roadster form, at the 1948 London Motor Show as a test bed and show car for the new Jaguar XK engine, the level of acclaim was such that Jaguar founder and design head, William Lyons, put the XK120 into production. The first roadsters, hand built with aluminium bodies on Ash frames mounted on modified Jaguar Mark V chassis, were constructed between late 1948 and early 1950. In order to meet the unexpected demand beginning with the late 1950s cars, all bodyshells were pressed steel, although they retained aluminium doors, bonnet and boot lid. With an alloy cylinder head, hemispherical combustion chambers, inclined valves and twin SU carburettors, the dual overhead cam 3.4-litre straight six engines were comparatively advanced for its time and developed 160bhp. All XK120s had independent torsion bar front suspension with semielliptic leaf springs at the rear, recirculating ball steering, a telescopically adjustable steering column, and 12-inch drum brakes all round. They were available in Fixed head, Roadster and Drophead form and sold extremely well, with the vast majority of sales going to the United States. Our car was manufactured on the 19th May 1953, making it an early example of the Drophead Coupe. Being the last variant of the XK120 only 1,767 were made, making it the rarest 120 configuration (7,606 roadsters, 2,672 FHC). The car was originally built in left-hand drive for the US market and it wasn’t long before it arrived in sunny Texas. Texans have never really thought of themselves as Americans and are particularly pro-British so when the first owner of
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this Jaguar, who was a member of the West Texas Sports Car Club, entered the car in one of their local rallies, the Jag fitted in well amongst its peers. The XK was rather successful in these Road Rallies with multiple top-three finishes and a win, all documented in the history file. The last US owner appears to have been a Serviceman, based at Reese Air Force Base. Here the car stayed garaged until 2000 when it was shipped back to the UK and its first UK owner commissioned a full body-off restoration and conversion to right-hand drive by Chris Odling Engineering. Having been based in the dry state of Texas, the car was found to have no significant corrosion allowing the restoration to retain the original panels and preserve originality. During the restoration – which is documented thoroughly with pictures in the history file – the car had a bonnet strap and bonnet louvres added and was repainted in British Racing Green. Our vendor purchased the car in 2004 and has owned it ever since. He has been fastidious and converted all remaining items to full UK-specification throughout his ownership, including replacing the sealed-beam headlamps with Lucas F700 tri-bar headlamps, sourcing an original steering wheel, and removing the bonnet strap and wing mirrors. Original Lucas Spot Lamps were also fitted, together with a StainlessSteel Sports exhaust, an electric choke and other beneficial upgrades. The original steel wheels and spats have been retained in contrast to many other 120s, which now run on wire wheels. All in all, this is a ‘proper’ old Jaguar. It has a great history file from both the US and the UK (original US registration documents, and other great assets), the drop head mechanism works flawlessly, the car starts and purrs superbly, and the original spats complete a set of swooping lines that would leave people open-mouthed in the early fifties as the 120 wafted past. The car comes with its super number plate XHR 9, the original tool kit, and a great history. Tip-top.
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Registration: N/A Chassis Number: 70PS/O24 Engine Number: Not Specified Number of cylinders: 4 CC: 1991 Year of Manufacture: 1964 Estimate: £55,000 - £65,000
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1964 Elva 7S BMW Race Car FIA
• This particularly attractive Mark VIIS is widely regarded as the most successful example of its type • Raced extensively with great success in Europe from 1998 to 2002 • Current FIA Papers; Period F. Class TSRC 10 valid until 31/12/2026 • Laranca-prepared BMW engine currently fitted with around 12 hours running time. Hewland box • Recent success in the 2016 Guards Trophy. Qualified 2nd and (race) fastest lap • Has achieved several class wins during our vendor’s ownership The Elva Mk.VII was designed by Keith Marsden, being built during 1963 and proved to be a great success, particularly the fantastic win for the “out-of-the-box” Porsche engined car at Elkhart Lake for the Road America 500. There were 19 of the Elva-Porsche cars built, other engines included Climax, Ford DOHC, Ford 1100 & 1600, and Osca, and two cars were supplied without engines. The Mk.VIIS was the upgraded car for 1964 when the BMW power unit became the engine of choice, and this included modifications to the chassis (particularly to strengthen the engine bay area), larger brakes with Girling AR calipers, wider wheels to 6” & 7” rims, modified bodywork to accommodate, and various other mods. The build list suggests 15 BMW powered cars were factory built, however, a number of earlier cars have subsequently been modified to BMW power and to Mk.VIIS spec. The BMW engine was developed in junction with BMW by Nerus Engineering under the control of Frank Webb based on the 1500 unit. It was offered as a race engine in 1600 and 2000 format, the dry sump system being designed by Ted Martin. Only one 1600 appears to have been factory fitted, for a hill climb car, the rest being the 2000 units giving around 182bhp. These engines are now producing more than 220bhp cleverly built by engineers like Lester Owen. It is likely that nearby Weslake Engineering would have had input into the combustion chamber design in conjunction with Nerus. We understand that this Elva-BMW is the ex-Alain Mahé / Quinlou, Szyndelman car which was widely raced until 1997. + buyer’s premium of 15% including VAT @ 20%
It was acquired from Mr Szyndelman in November that year, after which the car was completely restored except for the body panels themselves which were judged to be “too good to replace”. This car was a class winner in the Oldtimer Grand Prix meeting at Nurburgring in 1998, before being prepared to compete in Historic long-distance events. As offered here, it now features two custom-made Uniroyal moulded safety fuel tanks, a long-ratio Hewland Mark 8 transaxle, and other desirable technical features. The car competed in the last ‘V de V 2 Tours d’Horloge’ 24-Hour race at Ricard-Castellet, in which we are informed it set third fastest time overall. On that occasion, its drivers were forced to abandon their race after 14 hours due to nothing worse than a lost exhaust pipe. While it was running, this Elva-BMW had proved to be very quick indeed, its performance superior to that of several Chevron B8s for example which must be regarded as an important yardstick of relative market value. In the 6-Hour race at Spa-Francorchamps, the car won its class and finished second overall in both the 1999 and 2000 events, having set a faster practice time than the monster American V8-powered Bizzarini and GT40s. Its fastest lap time at Spa was 2 mins 55.512secs. The car then finished third overall in the 2000 Jarama 12-Hours in Spain and second overall in the Gran Premio Storico at Jerez de la Frontera prior to. winning its class in the 2001 Oldtimer Grand Prix meeting back in Germany. Purchased by our vendor in 2016, the Elva showed its potential at Silverstone in October 2016 in the Guards Trophy for Pre-’66 GT Cars when Martin Stretton qualified 2nd fastest and was leading the race when a faulty rear brake forced a retirement. The pressure of business has meant that our vendor could not spare much time to race the little Elva but both outings (one each in 2017 and 2018) have resulted in class wins. It comes with its FIA HTP (Class TSRC10 valid to 31/12/2026) and a mass of invoices and set up information, race results etc. The car looks particularly attractive in Baby Blue, is evidently highly competitive, and is widely regarded as the most successful example of its type. Superbly prepared and on the button, we welcome any inspection.
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LOT 370
1986 Porsche 928 S2 Coupe
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Registration: D918 XRK Chassis Number: WPOZZZ92ZGS841182 Engine Number: 82GO5655/M28/22 Number of cylinders: 8 CC: 4700 Year of Manufacture: 1986 RHD/LHD: Right Hand Drive Estimate: £30,000 - £35,000
• In 1986 the 928S was called the S2 in the UK. Bosch LH-Jetronic fuel injection Bosch ignition • One owner car selected for Porsche Classic Car Restoration programme (competition) in 2016 • The aim of the competition was to restore the car to a production-line quality • Finished in Crystal Green Metallic (S5S5) with Grey Green Leatherette and Grey Green pinstripe inlays • The finished article was exhibited by Porsche at both the Silverstone Classic and the Nurburgring in 2016 • Complete with a new crash helmet in matching body colour signed by Derek Bell and a Porsche Letter of Authenticity Offered here is a beautifully restored Porsche 928 S2 that was part of the Porsche Classic Car Restoration programme in 2016. All seventeen of the official Porsche repairers in the UK were invited to enter and subsequently, a lucky buyer will be the beneficiary of an exercise to promote excellence and craftsmanship. This particular Porsche 928 was initially sourced, with the help of Porsche Mayfair and, with only 65,000 miles indicated, was believed to be the best available in terms of history and colour combination. Its one and only owner was gifted the car by his parents as a 21st birthday present in August 1986. Finished in the stunning combination of Crystal Green Metallic (S5S5) with Grey Green Leatherette and Grey Green pinstripe inlays. The original factory options list included Auto transmission, recoil bumpers, electric passenger door mirror, sunroof, Blaupunkt Toronto radio cassette, and a wide-track rear axle. Renowned Official Porsche repairers M&A Coachworks of London started the precise restoration in 2016 and the result is truly stunning. Any area of the bodywork that could not reproduce the desired new effect was replaced. The final paint and finishing process is, of course, to an industry standard second to none. The engine alone was subject to sixty hours of detailing and any components that didn’t
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resemble production line finishes were replaced resulting in an engine bay that would look at home leaving the factory in 1986. The interior was also prepared to the same standard as production levels and this restoration was trusted to ‘Beyond Leather’ in London who were given access to the original fabrics and leather resulting in a period correct interior. The finished article was exhibited by Porsche at both the Silverstone Classic and the Nurburgring in 2016 to much acclaim. It comes complete with a new crash helmet in matching body colour signed by Porsche legend Derek Bell and Porsche Letter of Authenticity. These high-performance Grand Tourers are an engineering masterpiece and, restored to this level by experts, could make a fine investment at this realistic guide.
2004 BMW M3 CSL (E46)
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Registration: HN04 KBK Chassis Number: WBSBL96040JC98344 Engine Number: 60733136 Number of cylinders: 6 CC: 3246cc Year of Manufacture: 2004 RHD/LHD: Right Hand Drive Estimate: £35,000 - £40,000
• 68,000 miles indicated with a full and detailed service record including books and brochures • 1 of only 1,383 M3 CSLs produced, 1/106 UK cars in Sapphire Black • Totally original and presented in outstanding condition. Benefiting from a full PPF installation • Offered from a true sports car enthusiast, on-the-button and with a fresh MOT When a company with one of the greatest saloon car racing histories of all time and an engineering department with the greatest minds and billions at its disposal produces a car designed to be the best, you better believe it is. With only 1,383 produced during its 2004 production run, the E46 M3 CSL, the L stood for Leichtbau, was the definitive ‘Touring Car’ for the road. Available in only two colours, silver grey metallic and black sapphire metallic, the CSL was powered by a modified version of the usual 3,246cc S54 inline-six, mated to the exclusive SMG II transmission. This state-ofthe-art transmission featured a launch control mode that automatically shifts at the optimum point for maximum acceleration, and this, in turn, was mated to the standard E46 M3 final drive and M Differential Lock. Finally, the DSC can be switched to ‘M Track’ mode with a steering wheelmounted button, raising the threshold at which the system intervenes to allow for some degree of wheelspin. Zero to sixty is in an incredible 4.6 seconds, totally remarkable in a car with four comfortable seats, electric windows and a boot for the weekly shop. BMW’s ‘Leichtbau’ philosophy in terms of the massproduced M3 was, not only to reduce weight overall but to distribute the weight savings to retain the E46 3-Series’ perfect 50-50 split. To get the centre of gravity as low as possible, the CSL adopted many weight saving technologies from BMW’s Formula One racing applications. A large proportion of the M3’s sound insulation was removed, along with the electric seats and navigation systems. The CSL’s unique body pieces, including the roof, were all crafted from carbon fibre, glass-reinforced plastics were used throughout + buyer’s premium of 15% including VAT @ 20%
structural points in the car, and the standard rear window was replaced with one made from thinner glass. The results were considerably more effective than the 110kg. weight saving would suggest, as the reduction in mass in conjunction with the lowered height of that mass and less body flex led to a dramatic improvement in dynamics, and the car would turn left and right in a much more eager fashion, which, in fact, was the idea. Offered here is a rare right-hand drive example, one of just 106 in Sapphire Black, and registered new in the UK on the 23rd March 2004. Ordered with an option pack that included climate comfort, Xenon headlights with headlamp wash, CD player, and park distance control. Showing just 68,000 miles, this sparkling Black CSL has full BMW main dealer and specialist service history and also benefits from an update to the rear sub-frame. This example had formed part of a private collection and is now ready to muscle its way through the streets once again. Offered with a detailed history file that includes the full BMW book pack, sales brochure, current V5, and a fresh MOT. The BMW M3 CSL is highly regarded for offering one of the most exciting driving experiences available, do not miss this opportunity to own a good one, in fact a very good one.
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LOT 372
1979 Porsche 911 SC Race Car
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Registration: not applicable Chassis Number: 9119201777 Engine Number: G292122 Number of cylinders: 6 CC: 3000 Year of Manufacture: 1979 RHD/LHD: Left Hand Drive Estimate: £33,000 - £38,000
• US-supplied, left-hand drive, ‘SC’ with a good history file documenting lots of expenditure in USA and UK • Engine fully rebuilt in 2017 by ‘Pro-9 Porsche’. Now producing 264bhp • Giken Super-Lok Diff, Seine Systems gate-shift, rebuilt gearbox (only 1 race since) • Freshly repainted in Silver at the end of 2018 • The perfect candidate to be raced in CSCC ‘Future Classics’ or 750MC Roadsports Championships In 1978, Porsche introduced the latest version of their 911 designated the ‘911SC’. It featured a 3.0-litre six-cylinder engine with Bosch K-Jetronic fuel injection and a 5-speed (915) transmission. Originally, power output was 180bhp, later 188bhp and subsequently, by 1981, an impressive 204bhp. This particular left-hand drive 1979 911 3.0 SC was originally supplied new to Colorado and raced in the Porsche Club of America Enduro Championship. The car’s history file contains its old Colorado Certificate of Title and details of much expenditure from its time in the USA. Our vendor purchased the Porsche and imported it into the UK in August 2015 with all import duties and taxes fully paid, generating a NOVA reference number. The car was then prepared and raced by our vendor and his friend in their inaugural season of UK motorsport in 2016. For the 2017 season the engine was fully rebuilt by marque specialists, Pro 9 Porsche and upgrades included; Jenvey throttle bodies, high compression JE pistons, a coil pack conversion, Omex ECU and new loom, new injectors, RS cams, an RSR flywheel, and competition clutch. The invoice for this engine work was just under £15,000 for this work however peak power was now a very competitive 264bhp. The car is fitted with a Giken LSD and the gearbox was rebuilt at the end of 2017 with a Seine gate shifter ( it has only completed one race since the rebuild). Wevo mounts hold both the engine and gearbox firmly in place.
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Bilstein shock absorbers are fitted along with Tarett adjustable roll bars, Elephant Racing adjustable spring plates, a tower strut-brace, Monoball bushes, and tie rods from a 911 Turbo. Retardation benefits from competition 6-point callipers at the front and 4-pots at the rear, along with a rebuilt master cylinder and pedal box. 16” wheels are fitted and shod in Toyo R888 tyres. The geometry was professionally set up by specialists Centre Gravity and there are details included in the file. The interior features an Autopower bolt-in roll cage, a Recaro bucket seat, in-date Sparco harness and a removable Momo steering wheel. The fire extinguisher will have its annual service prior to the auction and, as always, we recommend that all prospective buyers satisfy themselves as to the currency and legality of all safety equipment in the car. An ongoing weight reduction programme has resulted in the dry weight finally reaching 1040kg. This smart 911 has just been fully repainted in Silver and no longer sports the Martini decals. Having enjoyed the car for two seasons, our vendor is moving onto another motorsport project, and hence this car has come to the market. A great entry-level Porsche racer that could be used in CSCC’s ‘Advantage Motorsports Future Classics’ Series, the 750MC Roadsports Championships, or would make a great Sprint or Hill Climb car.
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Registration: B393 JPG Chassis Number: 55087 Engine Number: 2739 Number of cylinders: 8 CC: 2926cc Year of Manufacture: 1985 RHD/LHD: Right Hand Drive Estimate: £27,000 - £32,000
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LOT 373
1985 Ferrari Mondial QV 3.0
• Single family ownership from new and showing just 52,000 miles. Appears completely original and well preserved • Supplied and serviced by Maranello up to 42,000 miles. Recommissioned in 2006 after 10 years off the road • After a short period of use, returned to dry storage until 2018 • Recent belts and fluids by Ferrari specialist Foskers and running well • Requires some routine mechanical attention to get it through an MOT The Mondial saw Ferrari return to Pininfarina as its chosen styling house, and it was sold as a mid-sized coupé and, eventually, a cabriolet. Conceived as a ‘more approachable’ model, offering the practicality of four seats with the performance of a mid-range Ferrari attracting a slightly wider audience than their traditionally more focused twoseaters. The car’s body was not built as a monocoque in the same way as a conventional car but instead, the steel outer body was produced by the famous Italian coachbuilder Carrozzeria Scaglietti, just down the road in nearby Modena and clothed a lightweight steel box-section space frame. The Mondial was the first Ferrari where the entire engine/ gearbox/rear suspension assembly was mounted on a detachable steel sub-frame, making engine removal for servicing and overhaul much easier than it had been on earlier models. Delivered new to its first proud owner in January of 1985, this 3.0 Mondial ‘Quattrovalvole’ had been ordered in Giallo Fly with a Tan Connoly hide interior. Supplied by Maranello of Egham, this car would return for servicing to the supplying dealer at regular intervals up to 1988 at 41,272 miles. We are told that ‘B393 JPG’was the pride and joy of the family enjoying many trips around Europe until some years later its owner sadly passed away leaving his beloved Ferrari to his wife. The car was to remain unused in the family garage until 2006 and c50,000 miles + buyer’s premium of 15% including VAT @ 20%
when the decision was taken that it was time to return it to its best and get it back on the road. The subsequent recommissioning was thorough and within the history folder are receipts for extensive works including a replacement clutch, refurbished starter motor, water pump, new oil seals and gaskets, refurbished braking system, and new injector pipes. The final account detailed over 105 hours of labour and totalled £9,101.47. As is often the way, after some initial use, the Mondial quietly returned to its spot in the family garage where it was to remain until mid-2018 when a family friend made a successful offer to purchase the car and naturally, after 12 years in storage, some further recommissioning was required. The car was delivered to a highly regarded Ferrari specialist where the fuel was drained, belts replaced, along with fresh fluids and it is now running beautifully although there are a number of small areas that will need further attention. The Ferrari specialist noted that to have the car fit for a current MOT the main issues to be resolved would be, tyres slightly perished, poor braking efficiency, corrosion on brake lines, perished suspension bushes, corrosion on suspension components and inoperative screen wash. Normal Ferrari things really but with no space to keep the car, our vendor has decided to leave the project to someone with more time and a suitable garage. Overall the car presents very well in lovely original condition, and it is extremely rare to find an example from this period with what appears to be factory paint with excellent shut lines all round. The interior feels fresh and appears to retain all the original factory finishes. The car starts on-the-button and sounds fantastic with a raspy exhaust note, the clutch pickup is precise and the gears select without issue. It’s offered with the original book pack, tool kit, jack, spare wheel, V5 showing two keepers (husband and wife), and a history folder with invoices summarising all the recent works. With some further recommissioning this could be a very rewarding and straightforward project and with its classic 1980’s razor-sharp styling, exhilarating performance, and room for passengers, the Mondial looks like excellentvalue.
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LOT 374
1984 De Tomaso Longchamp Cabrio Series II Bid On Lot 374
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Registration: N/A Chassis Number: 892BTHLCTV03211 Engine Number: NY1210 Number of cylinders: 8 CC: 5800 Year of Manufacture: 1982 RHD/LHD: Right Hand Drive Estimate: £100,000 - £125,000
• A late Series 2 “GTSE”, RHD Spyder (one of three only) • In excellent condition having covered only 43,000 km (26,800 miles) • Only three owners from new with an extensive history file. Lots of period original documents • Italian styling with American horsepower. A fast and comfortable tourer with a certain cachet Unveiled at the 1972 Turin Salon, the De Tomaso Longchamp utilised a shortened version of the company’s existing Deauville saloon platform; the two siblings thus sharing the same all-round independent suspension, power assisted rack and pinion steering and four-wheel disc brakes. Styled by Tom Tjaarda under Ghia, the 2+2 seater Coupe boasted a 140mph plus top speed thanks to its Ford-sourced Cleveland 5.8-litre V8 engine. Introduced at the 1980 Turin Salon, the revised Series 2 range heralded the addition of Cabriolet and high-performance GTS derivatives (the latter sporting a wider track and flared wheel arches). Although most buyers opted for automatic transmission, circa 17 of the 409 Longchamps reputedly made (395 Coupes, 14 Spiders) featured manual gearboxes. Last of the line, the rare GTSE model sported black detailing to its grille, rear spoiler, window surrounds, wing vents and bumpers etc not to mention a 5.8-litre 4V High Output powerplant. Chassis 3211, is a very late Series 2 “GTSE” and an extremely rare RHD Spyder example ( one out of three only). The GTS featured wider wheels ( 8 inches in front and 10 inches at the rear) and flared wheel arches, along with suspension setting differences to better utilise the wider (and extremely rare ) Campagnolo Alloy Wheels which were used on the Pantera GTS and on the GR3 race cars. Only three cars are reported to be original Cabrio right-hand drive GTSEs, one in the UK, one in Australia and now, one in Belgium, since VIN 3211( supplied new in Australia in 1982) has now been imported from Melbourne to Brussels. The car has only covered 43,300km (27,500miles) in 35 years, with just three owners and has spent the majority of its life in a very dry climate. The original engine, a Ford V8
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Cleveland 351C with a 351cubic inch displacement, has been professionally rebuilt in Australia and slightly upgraded to a higher power output (estimated to 420bhp) This makes the car very powerful, torquey, and pretty nimble for a big and comfortable cabriolet. The 3-speed automatic Ford gearbox is a perfect fit for this torque-rich unit and makes for smooth progress. The interior is immaculate and rather special. The ‘Champagne Mousse’ ruched leather and figured Olive-wood panels and dashboard appear excellent and the roll-top, sun visors and door cappings are covered in a Mid-Blue Suede We understand that every gauge works as does the airconditioning. The Dark Blue, power-operated soft top looks almost unused in common with its top cover. The boot is in excellent condition and includes the original tool tray and the original inflatable spare tire, and the engine bay is tidy and well presented. It is presently fitted with 17-inch alloy wheels, made in the USA, that are a replica of the original 15-inch wheels, and the tires are excellent. In lovely condition throughout, with very low mileage and enormously rare, particularly in right-hand drive, this striking car is a fast and comfortable tourer and would look completely at home in St. Moritz, St.Tropez and even St.Albans but, no matter where you went, it’s rather unlikely that you will see another one.
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LOT 374
1984 De Tomaso Longchamp Cabrio Series II
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LOT 375
1970 March 703 1-litre F3
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Registration: n/a Chassis Number: 703/7 Engine Number: frame AM70 -11` Number of cylinders: 4 CC: 1000 Year of Manufacture: 1970 Estimate: £42,000 - £47,000
• The ‘703’ was the first Formula 3 car built by March Engineering • March 703-7 (AM70-11) was originally supplied to Leif Hallgren fitted with a Holbay R70-760 • Finished in Orange, it raced 3 times in the UK before competing in the Swedish Championship • Fitted with a reliable Jeremy Bennett engine. Spare nosecone. Spare set of wheels with ‘wets’ • Unused since Goodwood MM 2018 but correctly ‘Winterised’ and stored • Complete with HSCC papers. A potential HF3 Championship winner in the right hands March sprang into life in 1969 with four men from various racing backgrounds coming together to start a company whose ideas were nothing if not grand. Max Mosely, lawyer and average racing driver, Alan Rees, quite an accomplished racing driver, Graham Coaker, former Hawker Siddeley employee and Robin Herd, F1 designer, the initials of their surnames gave the March name. From the beginning, March announced they would be building cars for just about all formulae, F1, F2, F3, FB, F Ford and Sports Cars. The four founders announced they had a “mystery” sponsor that gave them a sound financial basis for the company, a few years down the line it emerged the mysterious backer was actually an invention to hide just how short of money the company actually was. The first March was the 693 F3 car produced at the end of 1969 and driven by the late Ronnie Peterson The 703 was a production ready development of the previous years 693. March now had the time (and a little more cash) to replace all the Brabham/Lotus parts with units of their own design and manufacture and Specialised Mouldings made a new body for the cars. A lot of cars were sold but it was generally a disappointment, there were no race wins just a handful of seconds and thirds. The car was bulky and overweight and had trouble in putting its power down. Its handling was improved after bibs were
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fixed to the nose to give it a bit of downforce. It did, however, have a good reputation for its performance under braking. Chassis number 703/7; Frame AM70-11 is a well-respected car within UK Historic racing In 1970 it was originally supplied to Leif Hallgren on Orange with black stripes and was raced three times in the UK before goingto Sweden to compete in the Swedish F3 Championship. It subsequently passed through various hands including, more recently, Jeremy Bouckleyand Tony Keel. Restored by Jon Waggitt and fitted with a highly reliable Jeremy Bennett engine. Spare nosecone. Straight-through pipe. Spare set of wheels with ‘Wets’ fitted. This car has been invited to all the modern-day Goodwood Members Meetings and has taken three 2nd-places in the hands of Peter Needham. Unused since Goodwood MM2018 but correctly winterised and stored. With current HSCC papers, this is a potential HF3 Championship in the right hands.
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LOT 376
Registration: KDH 311N Chassis Number: 23111699 Engine Number: TBA Number of cylinders: 8 CC: 7200 Year of Manufacture: 1975 RHD/LHD: Right Hand Drive Estimate: £50,000 - £60,000
1975 Jensen Interceptor Convertible
• Manufactured in 1975 and one of only 456 convertibles, as confirmed by the Jensen Museum • Imported from the US. Purchased by our vendor in 2007. Professionally converted to right-hand drive • Superbly repainted in Dark Cherry. Fully rebuilt engine. Restored interior and a new hood • The odometer shows some 68,000 miles, with the bulk covered in Continental touring since 2009
the Concours d’Elegance competition at that year’s Jensen Owners Club International event with its sophisticated colour combination generating lots of admiration. Subsequently, our vendor used the car for continental touring, covering thousands of miles over the years, just what the car was built for. Somewhat regretfully, our vendor is offering his Jensen for sale due to his advancing years and an imminent move to a smaller property. Presented to auction in fine fettle with a fresh MOT and ready to cruise elegantly into Spring.
• Superbly presented. An absolute delight Débuting at the March 1974 Geneva Motor Show, the Interceptor Convertible was based on the same tubular chassis as its fixed-head sibling, albeit with suitably strengthened sill sections and windscreen pillars. It retained the same independent coil and wishbone front suspension, a ‘live’ rear axle and four-wheel disc brakes. Powered by 7.2litre Chrysler V8 mated to a TorqueFlite automatic transmission, the new model was supposedly capable of 0-60mph in 7.6 seconds and 126mph. Intended as a rival to the Rolls-Royce and Bentley Corniche convertible which it undercut in the UK by almost £7,000 at £9,863, the open Interceptor soon attracted a following among the international jet set. Only in production for two years, during which a mere 456 are thought to have been built, the vast majority headed to the continent and the United States. As such, the Convertible remains the rarest and most sought after Interceptor variant especially in right-hand drive, with some 87 produced for the British market. When our vendor found this left-hand drive 1975 Interceptor in 2007, sourcing it directly from the United States, he immediately set about having the car converted to right-hand drive. To complement the conversion, the car was fully resprayed in a delicious shade of Dark Cherry, with a retrimmed Red leather interior, refurbished Walnut facings, and a new hood. Mechanically the attention included an engine and suspension rebuild amongst sundry other works. Upon completion in 2008, this stunning car was entered into + buyer’s premium of 15% including VAT @ 20%
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LOT 377
1969 AMC Javelin - Mark Donohue Tribute Bid On Lot 377
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Registration: TAH 719R Chassis Number: A9M797X203698 Engine Number: TBA Number of cylinders: 8 CC: 6390 Year of Manufacture: 1969 Estimate: £25,000 - £30,000
• Accurate replication of Mark Donohue’s Trans-Am winning car from 1971 • Based on a sound 1969 AMC Javelin • The creation of Ray and Chad Donner of London-based Unique Customs Ltd • Lovely interior detail and superbly finished in that evocative Sunoco livery • On the button and ready to grace any collection or Custom Car Show American Motors trailed the Ford Mustang and Plymouth Barracuda to the pony car party by nearly four years, but when it finally arrived it did so with a contender. The 1968 AMC Javelin was designed by Dick Teague and had clean and understated lines and a big enough back seat for adults, hidden beneath a swooping tail. It was probably inevitable that the Javelin would go racing and, after a slow start, it won the 1970 and 1971 Trans Am series.ThePenske Racing Team Javelin was built at a cost of over $100,000 and campaigned by Mark Donohue in 1970 and Peter Revson in 1971. Mark Donohue piloted it to victory lane on numerous occasions, resulting in 1970, in a limited production run of Javelins that wore his autograph. This beautiful Mark Donohue Javelin replica in full Penske Trans-Am livery was built by renowned American muscle car restoration specialists, London-based, Unique Customs Limited. Ray Donner and his son Chad have been dedicated to the American motor scene, with Ray since the eighties and regularly showcase their creations in the UK and continue to visit shows in America to remain up to date with what’s happening and fresh with advancements. With that in mind, they decided to honour the Mark Donohue legacy and built a replica of his famous AMX Javelin. They sourced the most original base car they could and it arrived in the UK in 1976 and the integrity of the original car be seen in the exemplary standard of the finished product. The overall replication is as you might hope to see with great interior detail and race stance in the iconic Sunoco livery. On the button and ready
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to grace any collection or show.
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Registration: n/a Chassis Number: BT35-47 Engine Number: frame AM72-7 Number of cylinders: 4 CC: 1600 Year of Manufacture: 1972 Estimate: £38,000 - £45,000
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LOT 378
1972 Brabham BT35 Formula 3
• BT35-47 was supplied new in 1972 to Team Jolly Club Milan for Italian domestic F3 • Passed to the Bodini family who fitted a 2-litre Pinto and Chevron bodywork • Car returned to the UK. Pinto removed. Full ground up restoration. 1600 BDA fitted • Further rebuild and reverted back to correct 1600cc F3spec in 2014 by John Waggitt • Chassis resto by Peter Denty. 2-race Beck 1600 restricted and 2-race PDS Mk9 Hewland
It was later passed to the Bodini family who fitted a 2-litre Pinto and Chevron bodywork for the new Italian ‘SuperFord’ series after the demise of 1600 F3. The car returned to the UK without bodywork, the Pinto was removed and it was fully restored. It ran for a while with a 1600cc BDA fitted for hillclimbing but was subsequently rebuilt again by John Waggitt in 2014 and reverted back to the correct 1600cc F3 specification The chassis was restored by Peter Denty and it’s now fitted with a 2-race old, Beck 1600cc restricted F3 and 2-race PDS Mk 9 Hewland. The car is in absolutely immaculate condition and in this classic Blue and Yellow colour scheme will undoubtedly be one of the most attractive cars on the grid.
• Race ready. Immaculate condition. Spare nose cone The Ron Tauranac-masterminded series of Brabham racing cars built for customer sale between 1962 and 1972 is rightly renowned today for its magnificent record of competition success. Brabham cars, in period, were beautifully built and extremely robust, yet competitively light in weight and renowned for their driveability and outstanding handling qualities. Sir Jack Brabham himself retired from driving at the end of the 1970 season. His long-time business partner and Brabham car designer Ron Tauranac continued their Motor Racing Developments Ltd company’s production of customer racing cars into 1971 when the BT35 model, as offered here, was introduced. Three different variants were offered. The BT35A was tailored for American SCCA competition, featuring 4-cylinder Cosworth-Ford BDA engines, a Hewland FT200 gearbox and inboard rear brakes. The BT35B was the sister Formula Atlantic version with 4-cylinder Lotus-Ford twin-cam engine and outboard rear brakes, whilst the BT35C - the most prolific model, of which 27 are understood to have been produced - complied with International Formula 3 regulations and used a Hewland Mark 8 gearbox. Offered here is BT35 Formula 3 chassis no. BT35-47/Frame No AM72-7 which was supplied new in 1972 to Team Jolly Club of Milan for the Italian domestic F3 series and was raced by various drivers, most commonly Christiano Balzar. + buyer’s premium of 15% including VAT @ 20%
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LOT 379
1971 BMW 2002
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• Home-market car supplied in October 1971 and originally finished in Agave Green • Current owner intended to create a ‘wide-arch’ 2002 Alpina replica with S14 running gear • Other commitments mean the project can’t be finished, offered at No Reserve • Now on twin Weber 45s, mechanically good condition, roll cage, race seats • Now UK registered. Good history. Needs new arches (supplied by vendor) but an interesting project This BMW 2002, ‘2649046’, was manufactured on October 18th 1971 and delivered on the 21st to the BMW main dealer in Wietis in Ludenscheid finished originally in Agave Green, paint code 071. According to the vendor, ‘SFL 261K’ originated in West Germany in 1971, and after purchase, went to Gockel Tuning in Gammertingen and had an extensive, documented engine build, to the tune of over 15,000 Deutschmarks. Later on in its life, this car was purchased by a UK collector, who subsequently sold the 2002 to our vendor four years ago. The intention was to transform the car into an Alpina 2002 wide-arch replica using the 2.3-litre, four-cylinder, 16 valve S14 engine and E30 M3 running gear, however, this did not transpire due to other pressing projects. The current owner has had extensive maintenance carried out on the car during his ownership which was in preparation for the S14. All the maintenance work is fully documented and comprehensive and is available to be viewed in the history file. Also included in the history file is the original German paperwork and dyno graphs showing an output around the 185nm mark.Sitting on 13”split-rim BBS alloys and accompanied by the aforementioned history file, a UK V5C, roll cage, twin 45s, race seats, and reportedly in good mechanical condition. New arches are supplied with the car by the vendor, but will need fitting as the fibreglass has crazed but being offered at No Reserve, this is a rare and interesting opportunity.
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Registration: SFL 261K Chassis Number: 2649046 Engine Number: 12345 Number of cylinders: 4 CC: 2000 Year of Manufacture: 1971 No Reserve
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Registration: N/A Chassis Number: TBC Engine Number: TBC Number of cylinders: 4 CC: 1600 Year of Manufacture: 2007 Estimate: £22,000 - £26,000
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LOT 380
2007 Peugeot 207 THP Spider
• Developed from Peugeot’s ‘20 Cup’ concept and created for a one-make racing series • A track-only car powered by a mid-mounted version of the roadgoing 207 GTI’s turbocharged 1.6-litre engine (175hp/177lb ft of torque)
piece. Thought to be one of only a few in the UK, the car might now require some recommissioning due to its inactivity but is complete and ready to use as a very effective track-day or hill-climb car. An interesting talking point being a factory-built race car with links to Le Mans.
• With an original cost of €42,000, 207 Spiders saw action at tracks including Monza, Spa, Silverstone and the Nurburgring • The Spider weighed in at just 720kg and utilises a Sadev 6-speed, dog-ring sequential gearbox • Unused, 1 of 2 in the UK, has been a Peugeot dealership centre-piece since they collected it from the factory When you think of fast Peugeots there are plenty that spring to mind; the 106 Rallye, 205 GTI and RCZ R to name but a few. The French marque has also had more than its fair share of sporting success too, from the Le Mans winning 905 Evo, to the record-breaking 208 T16 Pike’s Peak, via the Dakar conquering 3008 DKR Maxi. Ranking among its less familiar, though equally cool, creations is this: the Peugeot 207 THP Spider. Developed from the brand’s bonkers ‘20Cup’ concept and created for a one-make racing series which supported several rounds of the 2007 LMS - as well as a round of the WTCC - the 207 Spider saw action at tracks including Monza, Spa, Silverstone and the Nurburgring. Costing €42,000 at the time, this track-only car was powered by a mid-mounted version of the roadgoing 207 GTI’s turbocharged 1.6-litre engine. It produced 175hp and 177lb ft of torque but, whilst in the road car it was encumbered by 1,250kg of heft, the Spider weighed in at a featherlight 720kg. It utilises a Sadev 6-speed dog-ring sequential gearbox with selection controlled by paddles on the steering wheel, making it a very agile and fast machine. The car presented here was bought directly from the factory by a UK Peugeot dealership and is effectively ‘brand new’ being unused/unraced and utilised as a dealership centre+ buyer’s premium of 15% including VAT @ 20%
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LOT 381
1970 Triumph GT6 Race Car
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Registration: Race Car Chassis Number: KC76458 Engine Number: Not Specified Number of cylinders: 6 CC: 2000 Year of Manufacture: 1970 RHD/LHD: Right Hand Drive Estimate: £18,000 - £21,000
• Superbly prepared and cleverly engineered little club racer • Mass racing engine on tripleWebers with Dyno readout 188 BHP • Substantial history file with invoices from 2009 • Fully re-worked independent suspension. Custom rollcage and bespoke interior • Well presented in Metallic Blue. Looks just right and you know what they say Instantly dubbed ‘the poor man’s E-Type’, the wonderful GT6 was styled by Giovanni Michelotti in response to a brief from Triumph to produce a GT version of the Spitfire. Much more than a Spitfire with a hard top, it featured a fastback body that was so aerodynamically efficient that it was later copied by the Competition Department at Triumph for the ‘works’ Spitfire entries at Le Mans. The GT6 shared the same powerful 2-litre six-cylinder engine with the Triumph Vitesse and with 105bhp on tap, could reach 60mph in 10 seconds and topped out at 112mph - figures that comfortably trounced the rival MGB. Launched in 1966, the first cars had the same wayward swing-axle rear suspension as the Spitfire and the Herald but this was ditched in the MkII versions of 1968 for a more conventional reversed lower wishbones set up. Offered here we have a delightful little 1970 GT6 club-racer. In our vendor’s words; “This car has been totally engineered for mechanical grip and performance. The two-litre straight six has been built by MASS Engineering and comes with dyno sheets showing 188 bhp. In order to use this power, it has a Frontline Ford Type-9 gearbox and a Sierra Diff with an uprated clutch. The maintenance of this car has been in the hands of Blaze Motorsport who have redesigned the rear suspension to a double wishbone configuration with uprated uprights. The car also has a custom built roll cage and Nitron 3-way adjustable coil over dampers allowing for adjustment for any
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circuit or driving preference. The car has been rewired with a Silech Motorsport loom, red top battery, heated front screen and an Accusump oil protection system. Both the engine and gearbox have only done a couple of hours since they were last refreshed. The Tillett seat gives great support and a comfortable driving position. The GT6 was campaigned in CSCC Swinging Sixties with a number of class wins and was always very competitive. There was huge expenditure on this car to get it to today’s standard all of which is documented in the extensive history file.” Nicely finished in a medium Metallic Blue with a White stripe, nosecone and wheels, this well-prepared GT6 looks, every inch, a class winner and offers amazing value for someone seeking a low-cost entry into motorsport.
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LOT 382
1991 Opel Lotus Omega (Carlton)
Registration: J644 MJL Chassis Number: SCC000019N1067397 Engine Number: C36GET30MC0605 Number of cylinders: 6 CC: 3615 Year of Manufacture: 1991 RHD/LHD: Left Hand Drive Estimate: £35,000 - £40,000
• Presented in remarkable condition inside and out bar the odd bonnet stone chips • With its Lotus Omega document wallet containing the handbook and service records • Car unchanged from factory specification except for modern refrigerant upgrade for air conditioning • Imported to the UK in 2017 by the current owner. Lotus Certificate of Provenance Take a pedestrian 4 door middle management company car and hand it to the Lotus engineers at Hethel to work their magic and the end result is a 377bhp super saloon able to hold its head high against rivals from the BMW M sport and Mercedes Benz AMG skunkworks. The base 3-litre twin overhead camshaft 24 valve engine was bored and stroked to 3.6 litres, Lotus strengthened the block, upgraded the cylinder head, replaced the crankshaft, pistons and connecting rods and bolted on a pair of Garrett T25 turbochargers with intercoolers. With the Opel/Vauxhall standard gearbox unable to handle the huge additional torque (419 lb-ft), ZFs 6-speed enabled the Lotus Omega to accelerate from 0-60 mph in 5.2 seconds, 0-100 in an astonishing 11.1 seconds and going on to a top speed of 186 mph (achieved in 5th rather than 6th gear) , a controversial figure, given that almost all of its rivals adhered to a gentleman’s agreement restricting the top speed of their super saloons to 155 mph. Obviously, with Lotus reputation for producing sweethandling cars, they transformed the handling of the car, converting the rear suspension from an inferior semi-trailing arm set up to a multi-link setup offering vastly superior geometry. Fitment of 17” Ronal alloys enabled Lotus to squeeze in larger vented brake discs and four-pot calipers. With a limited slip differential and larger tyres, the Super Omega/Carlton was now more than capable of handling all that additional power. Only produced from 1990 until 1992, a total of 950 Lotus Omega/Carltons were ever built. 1 of only 415 models produced for the German market, this 1991 Lotus Omega has aged gracefully with its bright + buyer’s premium of 15% including VAT @ 20%
Imperial Green paintwork showing little sign of deterioration and the Anthracite leather interior combined with the fluted grey Alcantara door cards and polished wood, the cabin is as inviting as it was when it left the production line. Correct features such as the Lotus badged rev. counter, Lotus embossed padded leather rimmed steering wheel and unique glove box with Limited Edition plaque 0593 are all present. A factory set of driving mats with dark grey piping is in situ to protect the matching carpets. A discreet Racimex boost indictor has been retrofitted. A good history file maps its life during its time in Europe, including a spell as part of a private collection in Belgium, explaining the below average mileage of 64,000 km (39,800 miles). The car was purchased in Europe by its current custodian and imported to the United Kingdom in 2017 and a full service has recently been carried out by specialists Harvey Gibbs. Right-hand drive headlights are now fitted and the original LHD units are supplied with the car. Unique to the Lotus Omega and Carlton are the stunning Ronal one piece 8.5Jx17 front and 9.5Jx17 rear alloy wheels and these are in excellent condition with minor marks barely visible. They are shod with Yokohama 235/45 ZR17 front and 265/40 ZR rear tyres with ample tread. The correct metal tyre valves are fitted along with the factory spare. 330mm diameter ventilated front discs with AP Racing 4-pot calipers and 300mm diameter ventilated rear discs with AP Racing 2-pot calipers perform impeccably and are standard fitment. This example was manufactured on the 19th December 1991 as confirmed by the Lotus Certificate of Vehicle Provenance. Supplied by Adam Opel A.G. in Russelsheim to Mr Joerg Tuerkismue and according to the Fahrzeugbrief, (German Registration Document), it has had just three keepers. An amazing collection of literature makes fascinating reading from the market launch material to the GM Continental Public Affairs negative photo slides. The vendor was thrilled to acquire this original unmolested example after viewing many substandard cars and it is now only available due to a new business venture. All handbooks are contained within the unique Lotus Omega green leather folder. An amazing opportunity to own a piece of motoring history and remarkable value when compared to UK righthand drive Lotus Carltons.
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LOT 383
2003 Foggy Petronas FP1
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• Liquid-cooled 899.5cc four-stroke, DOHC inline-three (12v). Six-speed transmission • Only 7km from new. Serviced with fresh fluids, new battery and full safety check • Absolutely delectable in Panache Green and Black • One of only 100 road bikes built with very few in the public domain • Fresh from storage and one of the very few (if any) on the market As Erik Buell will tell you, starting a motorcycle company is no easy task. Even if you’re offering a solid product, getting marketing, a dealer network, and infrastructure set up can often make or break a company’s shot at success. The latter is essentially what happened to the short-lived motorcycles division of Petronas. Only 150 units (50 for racing, 100 for public sale) were produced in 2003 with the first 75 being produced in the U.K. and the remaining half being made in Malaysia, making it the first ever ‘superbike’ to be produced in the southeast Asian country. Despite Petronas’ lack of success, it nonetheless developed and delivered 150 ultra-exclusive machines with (at the time) top of the line performance and a truly beautiful appearance. When the ambitious project began, the aim was to create a machine to compete in Moto GP but at some point developing a premier class racer was abandoned and the new focus became building a WSB (World SuperBike) racer. Carl “Foggy” Fogarty - four-time WSB World Champion teamed up with Petronas to form “Foggy Petronas Racing” with Troy Corser and James Haydon joining the team and completing a trio of world-class riders aiming for success in the 2003 WSB Championship. Unfortunately, the regulations changed with a capacity increase to 1000cc rendering the 900cc bikes a bit off the pace, however, they managed to nab a couple podiums in their handful of years in WSB but despite a £30 million outlay all Petronas had to show for it was a number of (admittedly stunning) road bikes.
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Registration: N/a Frame Number: SA9AA90S32B124065 Side Car: No Engine Number: 01.026 Number of cylinders: 3 CC: 900cc Year of Manufacture: 2003 Estimate: £30,000 - £35,000
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2005 Yamaha R6 5SL Supersport TT Bike
Registration: N/A Frame Number: JYARJ095000001635 Side Car: No Engine Number: Yamaha J509E-011066 Number of cylinders: 4 CC: 599cc Year of Manufacture: 2005 Estimate: £5,000 - £6,500
• The ex-Jason Griffiths 2005 Factory 600 Supersport bike (TBC)
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• Last lapped the Mountain Circuit on a demonstration lap • Carefully maintained and immaculately presented • Recent engine refresh 123.6 BHP and 50.22 Nm2 Torque In 2005 Yamaha UK, Evomoto and Isle of Man Race Techniques Ltd built two Supersport bikes for the 2005 Isle of Man TT. Unfortunately, Yamaha UK failed to record the frame and engine numbers that were used at the 2005 edition of the TT. This particular bike was built for Jason Griffiths, who was at the time a Yamaha factory rider. The full spec of the bike is highly impressive and is available upon request, but suffice to say that it is producing 124bhp at the rear wheel! Our vendor who is an accomplished TT and BSB rider has always believed the bike offered today to be one of the official Yamaha UK bikes as ridden by Jason Griffiths, and thanks to a helpful email from Andrew Hinton we can now confirm that. He writes, “YAR5095000001635/ XJ59E011066X was purchased from Selwyn Griffiths (Jason’s father) after Aberdare Park in 2005. I was part of the pit crew for Jason throughout 2002 and 2003. The bike was ridden by my younger brother Anthony Hinton and, after competing in British Supersport in 2007, was sold to Will Thornton and then James McBride. Having spoken to James and going through my records I can confirm that it is the Jason Griffiths bike and retains the original engine that was used in 2005.” In 2014 /15 the bike was refreshed which included having the engine rebuilt (only 180 miles ago). In 2015 and 2016 the bike was used on the Island for Manx parade laps, and for the following two years, it remained in storage with minimal use. A very reliable and competitive machine this bike would appeal to any road racing or track-day enthusiast. There is also a spares package available through separate + buyer’s premium of 15% including VAT @ 20%
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LOT 385
1977 Yamaha 50cc ‘Chappy’ with Pit Trailer
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• Belonged to our vendor’s friend in the US, genuine 635 miles from new • Converted to a ‘Paddock Bike’. Complete with paddock trailer for wheels, tools etc • Refinished in classic Gulf Racing colours Powder Blue and Marigold Orange • Much admired at Monaco Historic in 2016 Yamaha ‘Chappys’ were introduced in the 1970s as a direct response to Honda’s small trail bikes. The most common models are the LB50 (50cc) and the LB80 (72ccl). The LB50s were normally fitted with pedals installed into the swingarm but, as in this case, they could be removed. Our vendor was working in motor racing in the US and a friend’s father mentioned that he had a virtually new Chappy that he had hardly ever used (635 miles from new) so it was duly purchased, taken apart (they were race engineers), refinished in one of motorsport’s most distinctive colour schemes, reassembled without any unnecessary road equipment, and matched to a similarly coloured trolley. Whilst not going to break any lap records it will carry more weight than you might think. Beautifully presented and a must for any historic race event as a pit support combination or for just cruising the paddock and running those errands.
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Registration: Not Specified Frame Number: 2U7-003761 Side Car: No Engine Number: Not Specified Number of cylinders: 1 CC: 50cc Year of Manufacture: 1977 Estimate: £500 - £600
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