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Collectors’ Cars, Motorcycles & Automobilia Sunday 12 July 2:30pm Preview Evening Thursday 9 July
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December 2020 Entries Invited Collectors’ Car Auction
1978 Rolls- Royce Corniche Convertible 1 Drophead Price Realised Incl. buyers premium: $161,000
Webb’s is seeking entries for an upcoming auction of Collectors’ and Classic Cars, marques of interest include Jaguar, Mercedes, Porsche, Bentley, Rolls-Royce and similar.
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Important Information -
Viewing & Auction Location -
There is NO cooling off period offered for motor cars or motorcycles purchased at public auction. All vehicles sold within this auction are sold on an ‘as is’ basis. Vehicles will be sold either unregistered or currently registered with a Warrant of Fitness (WoF) having been carried out within the last 6 months of the sale date. Each vehicle offered by Webb’s at auction will mention which is applicable. The fully-illustrated catalogue will describe the vehicles to the best of our ability on information supplied. Should we receive pertinent information after the publication of the catalogue, we shall affix what is known as a sale room notice (SRN) to the vehicle. A list of all SRNs will be available by the time the vehicles are presented for view. We are happy to offer our opinion only and should not be relied upon. In short, you should satisfy yourself as to the completeness, condition and integrity of any lot prior to bidding.
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Collectors Cars Additional Images
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Please complete the telephone or absentee bid form at the back of the catalogue, scan and send to auction@webbs. co.nz. Alternatively, please call +64 9 529 5600 to arrange over the phone. Bids must be received 48 hours prior to the commencement of the auction.
Buyer’s Premium
Buyer’s premium of 15% plus GST will be added to the hammer price of all vehicles. Note - GST is applicable to the buyer’s premium only.
Registration
To register to buy, all potential purchasers not known to Webb’s will be asked to provide an accredited form of photo identification (driver’s license or passport).
Shipping
Webb’s will have local, national and international freight agents available to arrange deliveries. Quotes will be available from heloise@webbs.co.nz Payments and Collections Payments and Collections can be made from Webb’s, 33A Normanby Rd, Mt Eden, Auckland 1024. Monday 13 July: 10am-5pm Tuesday 14 July: 10am-5pm All goods must be collected and paid for before 5pm on Tuesday 14 July to avoid removal and storage charges. All payments must be made in New Zealand dollars. Credit cards will be accepted in person only, with a surcharge of 2.2% for Visa and Mastercard and 3.3% for American Express. Personal company and bank cheques are not accepted. Direct bank transfers are accepted. Bank account details will be included on your invoice.
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1957 Daimler Century
1957 Morris Minor 1000
Foreword
It is a well-known fact that classic and collectible cars are showing themselves to be stable investments over long periods but the old adage of ‘you don’t make money when you sell something but, when you buy’ is never more pertinent than it is today. At Webb’s our contention is that these vehicles are both art and assets and our takes on the market are: • Good quality cars that are fairly priced are in demand • History and provenance more than ever are dictating price • Outstanding and unrestored cars are more in demand than restored examples. Against such a background and in the light of this sale we are privileged to present a range of cars and motorcycles that exhibit much of what we have referred to above. Some eclectic, some mainstream but nevertheless all wonderful iterations of motoring manufacturing across many ages and a variety of countries. For example, the Japanese Lexus Soarer was never sold new in New Zealand but this 1990 V8 example epitomises the finest in engineering excellence from this part of the world assisted, by a virtually one-owner pedigree. Similarly, the Maserati Cambiocorsa of 2002 was delivered new in New Zealand, is unmarked and resplendent in its choice Nuvolari Grigio Metallic paintwork. From the United Kingdom two icons prevail; a 1957 Morris Minor, fully restored with same local family ownership for 60 years and wearing the far from common blue paintwork. The ’59 Mini (which superseded the Minor) comes with comprehensive documentation entitling it as the oldest known CKD Mini in the world. The 1979 Clubman version is another rare find. It is also NZnew and in a wonderful state. The two-wheeled fraternity is catered for with a James Autocycle of the 1950s along with a Panther Model 50 motorcycle of 1932 in combination with a classic and quintessential British sidecar from the (founded in 1912) Cotswold-based firm of Watsonia. Should you be seeking a more substantive touch of class then Webb’s is able to offer the choice of three Rolls-Royces all, of various eras commencing with a Gurney Nutting bodied 20/25 model of 1936. This car is supported by an incredibly well- documented early history of a nature we have never seen before. An incredibly beautiful vehicle. From the 1980s comes a Silver Spirit sporting one -owner for the past two decades. A Silver Spirit of 1996 and once part of the Roy Savage Collection completes this triumvirate.
Seeking something a little different? Then the 1959 Daimler Century complete with dining facility in the boot will certainly bring class to the average Kiwi family picnic. The MGB of 1966 is another entry bearing a NZ -new history. It is an early car presented in outstanding condition suitable for the most discerning of enthusiasts. German marques too are well represented with no less than three Mercedes ranging from a 300SEL 6.3 litre of 1972 which is but one of a mere 790 produced in RHD. The 300SE of 1986 has a one family ownership profile and presents itself as a grand opportunity to obtain one of Stuttgart’s finest at a more modest price point. Built with autobahns in mind the 2006 SL55 AMG is all that one could wish for with 510bhp and a NZ -new history. To complete our European selection is the iconic Porsche 911T. With Sportomatic transmission and a (rare for a “T”) fuel injection and RHD this originally Australian delivered vehicle delineates the best in handling and performance expected from a brand considered by many to be the world’s finest sports car. In summary. From sportscars to sedans Webb’s have travelled the country far and wide to source a range of vehicles to interest buyers of all persuasions and pockets. We look forward to welcoming you to our sale on Sunday 12 July. Should you have any questions about the vehicles in the auction, or would like to inquire about placing a vehicle in a future Webb’s sale, we’d be delighted to talk to you. Ian Nott Consultant Collectors’ Cars Motorcycles & Automobilia
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Lot 1
1959 Morris Mini Minor Deluxe Chassis Number: M-A2S4/2766 Engine Number: 8AM-U-H/4319 Britain’s best-loved small car, the classic Mini enjoyed a production life of more than four decades throughout which it became a fashion statement, a motorsport hero and wore the mantle as one of the most influential cars in the world. Conceived in the first instance as a fuel-saving efficient and easy-to-drive small car, Alec Issigonis’ masterpiece evolved until production concluded in October 2000. However, it is not the end of the Mini era that concerns us here but the beginning with the 1959 Mini Register of the UK advising that: “The 1959 Mini Register can confirm that chassis number M-A2S4/2766 was exported to New Zealand on 1st September 1959. It is one of the first generation of Minis produced having the rare early style body pressings. These were modified for later models in October 1959. According to our records, this car was one of the first batches of Minis sent to New Zealand and is the oldest Morris CKD (Completely Knocked Down) Mini in the world.” The British Motor Industry Heritage Trust at Gaydon has similarly affirmed this fact noting that “the car in CKD form was exported from the Cowley factory, Oxford in component form in September 1959 and assembled in New Zealand.” In an article written for the publication “Mini World” February 2013, the Gaydon archives note further that it was in a list of 629 Morris Minor CKD kits that were destined for New Zealand and duly dispatched on 29 September 1959. Of further interest is the fact that 2012 correspondence from the NZTA (now Land Transport) reports that only one Mini from 1959 is still registered viz; M-A2S4/2766 though it is understood that there may be others that are currently unregistered or on the Restoration Register. Little is known of the early history of this car other than the fact that the owner before the vendor was at a South Island autojumble and got talking to a guy about some Mini seats. During this discussion, it was revealed that he had an old Mini that had been in his barn for 30 years. Apparently, in 1980, someone
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had turned up with it on the back of a trailer asking if he could look after it until storage was arranged. This was the last he saw of him! Whilst it was then the owner’s intention to restore the vehicle, time considerations prevented this from eventuating, hence a sale was enacted. In December 2010, the new owner had the car stripped and all underseal removed prior to it being moved to the paint shop in January of the next year. Then, in February 2011, the devastating 6.3-magnitude Christchurch earthquake occurred. Fortuitously, the Mini was rescued unscathed from the painter’s premises and taken to his home where he continued to work on it. The ensuing aftershocks though stressed him and his wife to such an extent that they migrated to Australia! Another painter was subsequently located and work re-commenced culminating in the return of the vehicle in April of the same year complete with matching and original Clipper Blue paint. In 2013, the owner had a chance to buy another rare Mini, hence the ’59 was put up for sale and bought by the current vendor. Whilst the condition of the vehicle is not extant, it is nevertheless an original example of the very earliest of Mini history, not just in NZ but also on a global basis. Some parts, such as the rims, are in a state of temporary replacement. However, the originals are available. Similarly, so a personalised plate 59MINI could be bought separately along with a purpose-built trailer. A rare opportunity to purchase a historically iconic and useable car such as this Mini presents a far from common occurrence, especially when accompanied by such a comprehensive provenance. Webb’s is grateful to the British Motor Industry Heritage Trust, Land Transport, 1959 Mini Register and, in particular, an article written by Kay Drury for the February 2013 publication of Miniworld entitled ‘Quaking down under’. Their input has all been invaluable.
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$35,000 - $40,000
Vehicle will be sold registered and with a current WOF.
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1952/53 James Superlux Autocycle Frame Number: S1949 7 (Possibly) Engine Number: 801 16849 Autocycles were immensely popular in the years immediately following WW2 offering the prospect of affordable two-wheeled transport in a period of severe austerity. The James factory of Birmingham founded in 1880 was foremost in the manufacture of these bicycles producing them through until 1954. The Superlux version as found here was powered by a 98cc Villiers Junior de Luxe engine enclosed by steel pressed panels and proved very popular with more than 1000 units manufactured. This example is either a 1952 or ’53 model. Unfortunately, the stamping on the frame is just too indistinct to be absolutely certain which. We can, however, pin it down to either of these two years simply by the gold line around the gas tank logo. The bike was purchased more than 30 years ago from a second-hand shop in the Manawatu in its current condition and bearing a registration number 32475. Unfortunately, such a number is unrecorded by Land Transport so its provenance from a local perspective is thus far from complete. Mechanically, compression appears to be satisfactory, but we would urge a purchaser to get it checked, prior to a WOF and registration. Essentially, a rare and uncommon form of transportation. Webb’s is grateful to James Stensel, Head of Collectors’ Motorcycles at Bonhams London for his help in ascertaining some of the aforementioned data.
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$2,000 - $3,000
The vehicle will be sold unregistered and without a WOF.
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1966 MGB Chassis Number: 82714 Engine Number: 36709 Introduced in 1962 and still in production nearly 20 years later, the MGB can only be classed as the definitive (and classic) sports car picking up the mantle from the very successful earlier MGA. Along the way, it gained weight as American safety influences played their part. With this particular example, however, the purity of the chrome originals has prevailed helping deliver a car that is true to the mantra of the marque by providing maximum fun for minimum investment! Despite the vagaries of an import licence regime that prevailed back in 1966, some well-connected folk were able to access cars that were above and beyond the staple fare of what was assembled in New Zealand and available to erstwhile buyers at that time. Clearly, Mrs. Dorothea Little of Christchurch was one of these lucky people taking delivery of her new MGB on 25 July 1966 and retaining it for the ensuing six years after which it gravitated briefly to I.G Pool also of Christchurch and hence to M.N. Ede yet a further Cantabrian and its keeper for five more years followed by C.W & S.F Rudel of the same parish! On 3/6/1977, the vehicle made its way north with L.A. Olsen of Ohakea owning it for more than a quarter of a century through to November 2002. It is understood (but not confirmed) that some of the South Island owners were related plus that at some stage of Mr. Olsen’s ownership the vehicle was parked up for some nine years with G.I & T.J. Jack purchasing it from a Hamilton location. Despite it being a straight and sound example, a full bare metal restoration including new paint, interior along with a reconditioned engine was pursued in 2008. It is noted that the engine work was significant in nature including being bored to 1860cc, ports polished, a lightened flywheel and a fast road cam being fitted amongst other enhancements. After six years, the current owner acquired it to whom we are grateful for this dossier of past keepers and other data. As an example of the MGB genre, it would be hard to find one better and more sorted than MI66MG, only serving to enhance the driving experience of one of the world’s finest and best-loved sports cars.
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$30,000 - $35,000
This vehicle will be sold licenced and with current WOF.
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1981 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit Chassis Number: UE 42570 Engine Number: SCA ZS007BCH 02524 The Silver Spirit was introduced by Rolls-Royce in 1980 as the first of a new generation of models which went on to form the basis for the Flying Spur, Silver Dawn and Bentley Mulsanne series. Carried over were many of the fundamentals from the Silver Shadow design including the 6.75-litre V8, General Motorssourced gearbox and unitary bodywork courtesy of Pressed Steel Ltd. Styling was more angular being longer wider and lower with 30% more glass area. Roadholding was considered by testers as ‘the best yet from Rolls-Royce” thanks to the self-levelling rear suspension. Top speed was 125 mph with a 0-60 mph time of just 10 seconds. Finished in the desirable R-R Claret with gold striping and tan interior, the car in question was purchased by its current owner from a deceased estate in Auckland more than 22 years ago. Our understanding is that it was, however, first registered here in August 1987. Bearing no model designation at the rear suggests to us though that it was most probably imported from the East. With only 42000 MILES present, it has not had a lot of use. This is also confirmed by the owner’s assertion that it has never been driven in the rain! Service has been regular and conducted by a well- known local marque expert. A Blaupunkt stereo and cassette deck evocative of the era are present. “A gloriously individual possession that signifies impeccable excellence and taste, an extravagant celebration of detail over function, a monument in the driveway and an occasion to drive” was how Autocar summed up this exquisite automobile.
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$25,000 - $32,000
This vehicle will be sold licenced and with current WOF.
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1990 Lexus Soarer Coupe Chassis Number: UZZ31-0011168 Engine Number: 1UZ-FE 3968cc The Toyota/Lexus plant at Tahara is considered the most computerised and robotised in the world producing a new Lexus every 87 seconds! In February 1991 however, manufacture of the Soarer ceased after 273,000 had been made moving to Toyota’s Motomachi operation near Yokohama. It is confirmed, however, that this example is from the former plant. The vendor of the vehicle that is in the auction sourced it directly from Japan whilst he was living in Australia and bought it with him when he moved back to New Zealand. His direct association with the vehicle is thus 13 years and is its sole owner through this period. With a 4-litre V8 and an output of 263 bhp, this car is no slouch despite an automatic gearbox. Finished in Diamond White Pearl with a leather interior, this vehicle presents itself in a fine condition. Servicing has been regular undertaken by both Toyota dealers and local independent shops. A choice and keenly sought iteration of the prestigious Lexus marque. Mileage 191,000 kilometres.
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$12,000 - $15,000
This vehicle will be sold licenced and with current WOF.
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1957 Morris Minor 1000 Chassis No: FAH58/ 473310 Engine No: L37554 The Morris Minor debuted at the London Motor Show on 20th September 1948. Between then and its discontinuance in 1971, more than 1.6 million of its variants were manufactured. Originally conceived in 1941, it was, in fact, the overall concept and vision of Alec Issigonis that produced a practical, economic and affordable car for the post-war general public that would equal, if not surpass, the convenience and design quality of a more expensive vehicle. The approach was qualified by him in later years stating that he wanted to create an economy car that “the average man would take pleasure in owning rather than feeling it was something he was sentenced to. People who drive small cars are the same size as those who drive large cars and they should not be expected to put up with claustrophobic interiors”. Assembled by Dominion Motors and sold new in Hawke’s Bay on 30 July 1957, this restored example of the popular and more refined Series 3 ‘Minor’ has had three lady owners throughout its lifetime, two of whom being part of the same family and who enjoyed the vehicle for 60 years. With a recorded mileage of 62,000 miles, Webb’s is reliably advised that one owner, Helen’s driving was predicated around a 20 miles rural excursion to church each Sunday! Finished in the rare blue colouring with pin striping (both original), the vehicle underwent a repaint in 2007 when the engine was similarly rebuilt. In such condition as is found today all that is required is for a new owner to get behind the wheel and participate in the driving experience of such a classic and formative piece of New Zealand motoring. A rare discovery as good as this! A workshop manual and glove box handbook are in situ as too a tool kit, jack and starting handle.
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$20,000 - $30,000
This vehicle will be sold licenced and with current WOF.
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1932 Panther Model 50 Motorcycle & Sidecar Chassis/Frame Number: 8196 Engine Number: E2046 Phelon & Moore manufactured motorcycles in Cleckheaton, Yorkshire under the Panther marque from 1904 to 1967. They were identified by a specific design which entailed a large sloping 40-degree single-cylinder engine being part of the frame a feature which spanned the entire history of the company. The first Panther was launched in 1924 though the Phelon & Moore name hung around until 1929. Panthers were frequently used for hauling sidecars, a role in which the high torque output coupled with a high capacity single-cylinder engine with its large flywheel was well suited. From records provided by the vendor, this motorcycle was first registered in the Northamptonshire town of Kettering on 1 July 1932 with continuing information suggesting that registration was ongoing until September 1960 after which the trail goes cold! Webb’s has however been in touch with Tom Norman, chairman of the Panther Owners Club who advised that whilst the club does hold some factory records, the chassis/frame number above was not used as a works reference. Despite this setback, he was able to confirm by the above numbers that the bike is correctly listed with the Vintage Motorcycle Club. Such help is acknowledged accordingly. The vendors have subsequently affirmed that they brought the bike to New Zealand with them from the UK in 2008 having used it at their wedding in 1997! The sidecar that accompanies the Panther is from the firm of Watsonian who, based near the beautiful Cotswold village of Blockley, is the world’s oldest sidecar manufacturer having been in business since 1912. Sundry spares are also included in the sale of this rare motorcycle combination.
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$10,000 - $14,000
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Lot 8
1986 Mercedes-Benz 300SE Chassis Number: 1260242A241971 Engine Number: Engine replaced 4 years ago The Mercedes-Benz W126 Series was first shown at the IAA in Frankfurt in 1979. The 300SE model standing for S=Klasse and E=Einspritzelmotor (injected) was built between September 1985 and October 1981. With a power output of 190 bhp, the 300SE went on to a production level of in excess of 100,000 units, quite exemplary for a car of this type. It would have been rare for a vehicle of this ilk to have been delivered and sold new in New Zealand but, in this instance, that is exactly what happened being delivered by Cable Price Downer Wellington, the then Mercedes agents, in November 1986 to the senior member of the same family that owns it today. Finished in the lovely Mercedes Blue and sporting a wonderful patina of age including the odd stone chip, this car wears its more than three decades of life in a condition that only a vehicle of this quality could. Along the way, it has had an engine ‘transplant’ with one of the same period. Mileage is but a mere 180,000 kilometres. A sunroof is fitted and whilst central locking is in situ, it is considered to have a mind of its own working only intermittently. The safety triangle is still in the boot with a recent fitment being a new exhaust. Tyres are good. All service of late has been entrusted to a well-known Mercedes-Benz independent. Essentially, a wonderful automobile providing plenty of enjoyable motoring for a lucky purchaser delivered by one of the world’s leading marques.
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$9,000 - $12,000
Vehicle will be sold with current registration and WOF.
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1936 Rolls-Royce 20/25 Hardtop Chassis Number: GYH4 Engine Number: K2N Replacing the 20 hp Rolls-Royce in 1929, the 20/25 went on to become its most popular model of the between-wars period with 3827 built from 1929-1936. Such was the high regard in which it was held that it was considered to be the car that saved the company throughout the depression. Today, some 70% of them are still on the road. As was the custom of the day, Rolls-Royce built and supplied the chassis to one of their dealers who in turn consulted a coachbuilder (in this instance J.Gurney Nutting & Company Ltd) who constructed the body in accordance with a regular or custom design. J.Gurney Nutting was an English firm of bespoke coachbuilders founded in 1918 as an offshoot of a Croydon (Surrey) building and joinery business of the same name. The senior partner John (Jack) Nutting was a builder who had done very well from the Great War and with Mr. Cresswell as his partner set up a shop in what was previously the Marlborough Carriage Works also in Croydon with their first designs appearing at the London Motor Show of 1920. After a disastrous fire in 1923, Nutting moved to the more upmarket address of Elystan Street just off the King’s Road in Chelsea. Thus, began their reputation for creating beautifully executed cars exhibiting panache and naturally balanced proportions which culminated in 1928 with the delivery of a Bentley to the Prince of Wales, later Edward VIII, followed by the granting of a Royal Warrant in 1931. Business boomed accordingly and to such an extent that in the previous year that another move prevailed this time, to Lacland Place, also in Chelsea. Commensurate with all of this was the contract for the construction for Malcolm Campbell of his 1931 world speed record car “Blue Bird”, further helping to establish and enhance the Gurney Nutting name as one of distinction. Whilst these years were the firm at its finest, it was taken over by the Jack Barclay Group in 1945 ceasing business, in 1952. The 20/25 in question was sold to H.R Owen Ltd of Knightsbridge on 13 February 1935. Interestingly, H.R Owen was never an authorised Rolls-Royce dealer though still had an ability to purchase bodies from Rolls-Royce albeit on lesser commercial terms than their competitors who enjoyed a 20%-30% discount as opposed to Owen’s maximum of 17.5%. Despite this variance, Harold Owen made things work, being Gurney Nutting’s major client from 1935 on. Indeed, it is fair to say that Gurney Nutting would have failed as a business were it not for the support from his company. It is considered by marque experts that between the failure of Bentley Motors in 1931 and the outbreak of WWII, the designs from J. Gurney Nutting & Co with sales by H.R. Owen Ltd produced the most glorious coachwork ever to come out of Great Britain with this 20/25 proudly represented by Webb’s as well befitting this description and commission.
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A copy of the hand-written (and original) card index lists the car as “Long type chassis with Dunlop 90 tyres, Dunlop wire wheels and spokes, R.R (sic) mascot”. Order 9981 refers! An Owen invoice of 25 June 1935 confirms Nutting as the coachbuilder with an annotated delivery date as “end of April 1935”. It would appear though that Owen did not deliver it to Nutting’s until May 17, 1935, before being returned to them for sale on 22 June 1936 to the vehicle’s first owner, ‘James Wilson Esq of London NW8’. Wilson’s tenure was for whatever reason brief as on 3 July 1937 ownership passed to Brigadier-General G.H.L Jones of St James Court, London SW1. This was followed by yet another member of the military in 1948 viz; Brigadier R.L. Hutchins whose address is listed as the United Services Club, Pall Mall. On 17 October 1952, the vehicle gravitated to the provinces and the care of G.Raymond Morgan of Bristol before returning to London and one J. Thompson Fathi, a resident of Highgate on 21 January 1965. Thereafter, the ownership trail grows cold but ending in shipment to the USA in 1997 before being bought by the vendor and shipped to New Zealand in 2011. In relation to the US connection, it is recalled that the American purchased the car in order to tour the UK and Europe but without the intention of keeping it. However, it seems that he enjoyed it so much that he took it home with him at the end of his journey! Webb’s understanding is that the vehicle was Chicago-based for many years from whence the current and sole New Zealand owner located it. Apparently, the American keeper had trouble coping with RHD clipping the side of his garage on several occasions thus prompting its sale! Upon arrival here and through the ensuing years, work was performed on GYH4 which is best conveyed per an email from the vendor: “When the car arrived in NZ, the first thing we did on arrival was to strip the motor down and remove the radiator as it is a known trait that these cars waterways clog after the use of long, heavy or unsuitable water, so the head was stripped and soaked in a cleaning agent as was the radiator for about 3 weeks. We then checked the rings, bearings and cam followers and replaced the valve springs and resurfaced a couple of the cam followers, replaced all the engine gaskets, reset the timing, clutch and brakes and cleaned and adjusted the carburettor. An overdrive was installed to improve her cruising speed when she was used for long-distance touring. We recently discovered that the old cast iron cylinder head was leaking and rather than repairing it, I ordered a new aluminium head from the UK, this has now been installed and found to have improved the cooling to factory standards.
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The dashboard and interior window surrounds have all been stripped and returned to new condition. A set of new tyres were fitted about 600 kilometres ago. The exterior paintwork is as it was when imported 11 years ago” Concerning the foregoing and given the condition of the automobile, it is likely to have received a refurbishment at some stage of its existence though just when is unclear. It is prudent and extant in terms of its state to note the following though: • The two-tone paint is its original colours. • The number plate GYH4 is its chassis number. An original UK plate is part of the sale too. • Headlining and comfort straps are original fitments. • Servicing is aided by built-in jacks. One at the front and two at the rear. Webb’s is assured by the owner that these are in working order having cause to use them not so long ago when he encountered a flat tyre. • Mileage is recorded as 86,800 miles. • Servicing has always entrusted to a local specialist familiar with the Rolls- Royce marque. • The car is featured in the local (and weighty) tome, “Rolls-Royce and Bentley in the Land of the Silver Fern”. • Comprehensive documentation accompanies the vehicle consisting of factory build papers, purchasers request papers to Gurney Nutting, a record of early owners and the certificate of ownership. In summary, Rolls-Royces from the early period of the company’s history rightfully earned their title as the greatest motorcars on the planet thanks to an unparalleled level of build quality not found in any of its competition. Today their elegance is still unquestionable. A beautiful car that is not for sale without regret but is nevertheless a privilege for Webb’s to offer. Webb’s wishes to thank Tom King of the Rolls-Royce and Bentley Club for much of the information regarding J. Gurney Nutting & Co and H.R. Owen Ltd.
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$120,000 - $150,000
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1972 Mercedes-Benz 300 SEL 6.3 Chassis Number: 109-018-2200-5627RL Engine Number: 100=981-2200-5771 The Mercedes-Benz 300 SEL 6.3 was built from 1968-1972, a period when it was regarded as the ultimate saloon from this manufacturer and the world’s fastest four-door car. Indeed, according to ‘Road & Track’ magazine of the time, there was nothing like it in terms of build quality, handling, or performance. The advent of the car has itself become legendary with engineer Erich Waxenberger creating it with no formal approval from M-B management by deciding to fit the 6.3 litre V8 from the 600 into a standard 300 SEL body. He constructed the car after work and in his spare time, fitting larger wheels and upgrading the brakes. When the renowned M-B manager Rudi Uhlenhaut (responsible for the famed pre-war Silver Arrows race cars) heard the vehicle drive past his office one day, he insisted on being given the keys. A subsequent test drive so impressed him that the car was put into production with alacrity. The specifications were impressive viz; a 6.3-litre overhead valve fuelinjected V8, power disc brakes, all-round independent suspension, air suspension with adjustable ride height along with safety features such as crumple zones, three-point seat belts plus padded steering wheel and dash being coupled with quality and manners that were nothing short of outstanding. With 300bhp and 434 ft/lb of torque, the car was rapid in a way that was at the time almost, indecent surpassing that of the Porsche 911S! Despite a price tag of more than twice that of the 911, 6526 were sold of which 790 were in a right-hand drive configuration. The example represented in this auction arrived in New Zealand in 1979, a date which is at variance with the registration decal which states 12/87. Sadly, details of the importer are not known to us with the second owner only remembering that he bought it in Auckland and drove it back to Dunedin immediately post a trip to the Bathurst 1000 stopping off on the way to assist at the Wills 24-Hour Race at Pukekohe! We believe that at some stage of his ownership the car was left unregistered which accounts for this difference. Nevertheless, his love affair with the car continued unabated keeping it in his possession and maintaining it for 29 years. In 2008 it came up for sale and was bought by a Christchurch local who had the engine freshened and the brakes rebuilt. Later it became an Auckland car with the owner entrusting its future to Webb’s due largely to a lack of garage space. Represented in the lovely two-tone (and special) red and silver colouring, the car comes complete with automatic transmission, sunroof, mirrors on both sides, Becker stereo cassette deck of period, owners’ manual and service book, original sales brochure, working air-conditioning, headrests, limited-slip differential and spotlights. Today, the 6.3-litre remains an iconic car considered as being at the forefront of all subsequent super saloons and the creation of this specific genre. Almost impossible to find anywhere in the world in RHD and this condition.
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$90,000 - $100,000
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2002 Maserati Cambiocorsa Spyder Chassis Number: ZAMBB18D000005777 Engine Number: 65708 Launched at the 2001 Frankfurt Motor Show following the acquisition of the marque by Ferrari in 1998, the Cambiocorsa was the product of Giorgetto Giugiaro and his ItalDesign team whose Maserati credits had previously included the Bora and Ghibli. Interior work was entrusted to the famed Enrico Fumia with the cars built at Maserati’s Viale Ciro Menotti plant in Modena. With a 4.2-litre V8 in situ, Forbes magazine summarised their test of the Spyder as: “one of the bestperforming, most emotionally engaging sports cars you’ll ever have the pleasure of experiencing.” The example included in this sale was delivered new in New Zealand in July 2002. Finished in the classic colour of Nuvolari Grigio Metallic with a tan interior, this example has had but three owners, the current for the past four years. Work of a service nature has by and large been undertaken by Continental Car Services with new tyres and clutch only recently fitted. The electric top deploys effortlessly in 20 seconds. The mag wheels and interior are unmarked. Mileage is a mere 35,000 kilometres. A tool kit, handbook and fitted cover accompany the vehicle. With nothing to be done, all is in readiness for the next lucky owner to enjoy the pleasures of this fine automobile.
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$45,000 - $50,000
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1973 Porsche 911T Chassis Number: 9113200372 Engine Number: 6139056 Despite an oil crisis that effectively killed gas-guzzling cars, the automotive industry produced in the ‘70s many exciting and classically styled sports such as those from Porsche AG Stuttgart. For Porsche enthusiasts, the 1973 911 represents the last year of lightweight cars before the advent of impact bumpers, and for many purists, the ‘2.4’ is the last original 911. These models are marked by their engine capacity increase from 2.2-litre to 2.4-litre and which along with Porsche’s total domination of the World Sportscar Championship plus Steve McQueen’s endorsement in the film, ‘Le Mans’, created a generation of 911’s like no other! This particular 911T is one of just 26 ‘T’s that were sold new in Australia through the pre-impact bumper era the nomenclature T standing for Touring. It is Webb’s understanding that this vehicle was manufactured on 1 September 1972 and sold new via a dealer, Porsche Australia now, Porsche Centre Melbourne with options including Sportomatic transmission, sunroof, chrome-trimmed wheel arches, rear wiper and bumper ‘nudge’ bar. Additionally, whilst most 911Ts were fitted with carburettors delivering 130 bhp Australia is we believe the only RHD market that received this model with fuel injection providing a further 10 bhp and a greatly enhanced driving experience. In terms of ownership, little is known of the car’s Australian history as all records of the period have been lost, destroyed, or misplaced! We do know that it arrived and was first registered here on 12 June 1985 residing for a time in Wellington. The limited data available from NZ Transport Agency suggests that between this date and 2000 there were a possible three owners then in 2002 a sale to a gentleman in Devonport was enacted from whom the current vendor purchased it in August 2004. The penultimate keeper mentioned above undertook a restoration of the vehicle and applied the blue colour that it is found today. It was used as a daily driver by the vendor finding, the Sportomatic gearbox to be of real value amidst the chaos of Auckland traffic. Indeed, there are not too many classic cars of this time that could provide this type of opportunity! In 2012, the aforementioned restoration was showing its age with subsequent work to rectify same undertaken by master craftsmen Simon Tippins (metalwork) and Rodney Holland (paint). Servicing activities have always been entrusted to either Continental Car Services or Motor Science. The vehicle has always been garaged. Both engine and chassis numbers match. The upholstery is in fine order and no cracks present in the dash. In short, a well-restored and ready to drive away classic 911 rarely found in this condition and price bracket. Mileage 23,849 kilometres.
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$100,000 - $125,000
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1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur Chassis no: SCAZN12CXTCH H57443 Engine no: 85589L41OM/N1T The creation of the Silver Spur was largely based on the preceding Silver Shadow II to which it bore a family resemblance. Using the Shadow’s floor plan, the rear suspension was improved, and styling revised to include a lower waistline, increased glass area, with a more angular look, rectangular headlights plus a wider and squatter radiator. Separate rear seats and the re-introduction of folding picnic tables were additional to the development of an improved interior. The long-wheelbase ‘Spur’ was a major success for the company and by 1985 enjoyed similar sales to that of the shorter Silver Spirit despite being 20% more expensive. It was in 1995 when the fourth and final incarnation of the Silver Spur was introduced. Powered by a 6.75-litre V8 it produced 304bhp with a top speed of 140mph via a 4-speed automatic transmission. Delivered new by Malayan Motors, Singapore on 3 January 1996 and used as transport for the Chairman of the Bank of Singapore the car was subsequently imported into New Zealand in June 2005, becoming part of the Roy Savage Collection. Current mileage is a mere 25,685 kilometres. The red pearl exterior contrasts beautifully the sandstone hide interior delivering a Rolls-Royce that even by their high standard is in a class of its own.
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$42,000 - $46,000
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1978 Mini Clubman LE Chassis Number: XCZSZ8017274 Engine Number: 10H791AA108793 In 1969 under the ownership of British Leyland, the Mini was given a facelift by stylist Roy Haynes who had previously worked at Ford. With a squarer frontal look and using the same indicator/sidelight assembly as the Austin Maxi, the restyled vehicle was called the Mini Clubman. An original intention was for the Clubman to replace the upmarket Riley and Wolseley versions of the Mini. In the UK, production of the Clubman got off to a slow start because the car incorporated “lots of production changes” including the relocation of tooling from the BL Cowley plant to Longbridge. This, in turn, had a flow-on effect for those vehicles destined for CKD market with New Zealand assembly commencing in October 1978. The retail price being $5,647. Our featured car must have been one of the first of the New Zealand production being registered in Wellington on 16 November 1978 to Miss Roselin Kreecher of Cuba Street. It is highly likely, though not confirmed, that she purchased the car from Dominion Motors in Courtenay Place being a BL dealer not very far from where she lived. Miss Kreecher must have been very pleased though with her purchase as she retained the vehicle for 20 years when a change of ownership on 6 April 1998 is recorded by VTNZ in Palmerston North. Thereafter, a further change is listed on the registration papers as taking place on 23 March 2007 before passing to the current vendor who has owned it since 2011 along with other Minis. Based upon the car’s history as we know it tenure of ownership suggests that this is a wonderful example of the Mini genre with a verified mileage today (as per the registration papers) of only 135070 kilometres with the last 4000 on a fully rebuilt motor. Once a regular sight on New Zealand roads Clubmans are now, to say the least, few and far between especially in this condition and with a partially verifiable history.
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$12,000 - $15,000
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2006 Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG Chassis Number: WDB2304742F116880 Engine Number: 11399260050654 It has been said that Mercedes-Benz has always stood out in the history of motor manufacturing because every car looked great and was sufficiently competitive when compared with other similar marques. However, it is acknowledged that when performance was lacking AMG based in Affalterbach (between Stuttgart and Frankfurt) came in and delivered their consummate touch, be it handling or the creation of just more sheer power with absolute torque produced always with the autobahn in mind! For the 2006 version of the SL55 the above was clearly very much the line of thinking in terms of the 5.4 litre supercharged V8 delivering 510bhp, a 0-100 kph time of 4.4 seconds and more than 500lb-ft of torque. Looking equally good with the top up or down (takes only 16 seconds) a driver can enjoy the best of both worlds. This particular example was delivered new in New Zealand on 17 March 2006 to a well- known Auckland merchant. On 8 July 2014 it passed to its second owner and vendor. Through his period of care it has been used sparingly a situation, that is indicative of the vehicle’s state and mileage with, a mere 87000 recorded kilometres. Paint and upholstery are unmarked demonstrating, a condition that could only be described as pristine. Wheel rims are minus the usual kerb rash and bear a virtually brand new set of performance tyres. The tonneau cover, handbook and full and original tool kit are all present as well as two keys. Servicing is a combination of Mercedes-Benz dealer and acknowledged marque independent. The car has never been outside at night! Vendor is a member of the Mercedes-Benz Club Auckland, always a good sign in terms of an expression of brand interest. The persona of this SL 55 AMG could only be described as superb or pristine. To a buyer seeking performance and luxury to eclipse it would be to say the least very difficult. No problem here though finding the right car with the right credentials. Excellence in German engineering at its finest!
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$45,000 - $50,000
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1957 Daimler Century Chassis Number: 96666 Engine Number: 81582 The Daimler Conquest Century Saloons were produced by the Daimler Company Ltd through the period 1953 – 1958. They were based on the Lanchester 14 model and were a replacement for the previous Daimler Consort. The cars were developed when the flamboyant Sir Bernard Docker was Chairman of Daimler. His equally flamboyant wife, Lady Norah Docker was appointed director of the coachwork company, Hoopers, which was a Daimler subsidiary and as a means of gaining additional publicity for the marque, she commissioned the building of a number of sensational cars which were exhibited at the Earls Court Motor Show each year. These vehicles were virtually hand-made and included the car which came to be known as the “Gold Car” or the Golden Daimler. The car was so named for the use of gold on all the trimmings where chrome would normally have been used. Other touches included custom cabinets containing a cocktail and china tea set, with linen, napkins, and towels. Also incorporated were items such as vanity mirrors, a clothes brush, a powder compact and a cream jar. It appears that these sensational vehicles may have been the inspiration for the owner of this particular Daimler Century as many of the Lady Docker touches have been replicated in the restoration/build of it, a task entrusted to the team at Wellington’s “The Surgery” who created a car to the owner’s instructions delivering, a resultant and one-off, stunning custom-built vehicle. A review of the original Certificate of Registration for the Daimler indicates that it was new in New Zealand being first registered in Auckland on 6 May 1957. Despite this northern aspect, it is our understanding that the car spent most of its life in Wellington before being purchased by the current vendor and gravitating back to Auckland. When in the capital though, it appears that the “Docker” influence made its mark with the then owner commencing a 20-year restoration project culminating in the following ‘extras’ being added and a spend reputedly of six digits! These include a dining facility in the boot complete with pull-out cooker, plus hot and cold running water along with stools and cutlery. A 220v system is in situ. All accoutrements are in working order. Behind the sun visor are sockets for holding lipstick with all dials, knobs and door handles like the Docker cars, gold-plated! In terms of the vehicle itself, the 2.4-litre motor runs with perfection. The pre-select gearbox changes effortlessly. Door shut lines are excellent. The twotone maroon and cream paintwork is the work of a craftsman similarly so the varnished wood interior with whitewall tyres on each corner exuding an aura of prestige in a far from the common format.
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$25,000 - $30,000
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Automobilia
The following lots are from a private collection of original, rare French vintage posters that have been assembled from various visits to Paris. They have all been framed using a range of conservation materials to preserve their unique appeal for many years ahead.
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17 Jean Ramel - Monaco Grand Prix Poster 1955 Lithographic vintage poster. From a series printed by l’Automobile Club de Monaco, 1983 to commemorate the Monaco Grand Prix. Limited edition of 500 1000 x 685mm est
$1,200 – $1,800
18 Jean Ramel - Monaco Grand Prix Poster 1957 Lithographic vintage poster. From a series printed by l’Automobile Club de Monaco, 1983 to commemorate the Monaco Grand Prix. Limited edition of 500 1000 x 680mm est
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19 Monaco Grand Prix Poster 1959 Lithographic vintage poster. From a series printed by l’Automobile Club de Monaco, 1983 to commemorate the Monaco Grand Prix. Limited edition of 500 1000 x 680mm est
$1,200 – $1,800
20 George Ham - Monaco Grand Prix Poster 1935 Lithograph vintage poster. From a series printed by l’Automobile Club de Monaco, 1983 to commemorate the Monaco Grand Prix. Limited edition of 500. 1000 x 700mm est
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Absentee bids must follow these increments and any bids that don’t follow the steps will be rounded up to the nearest acceptable bid. 5. After the Sale Buyers Premium In addition to the hammer price, the buyer agrees to pay to Webb’s the buyer’s premium. The buyer’s premium is 15% of the hammer price plus GST. (Goods and Services Tax) where applicable. Payment and Passing of Title The buyer must pay the full amount due (comprising the hammer price, buyer’s premium and any applicable taxes and GST) not later than 2 days after the auction date. The buyer will not acquire title to the lot until Webb’s receives full payment in cleared funds, and no goods under any circumstances will be released without confirmation of cleared funds received. This applies even if the buyer wishes to send items overseas. Payment can be made by direct transfer, cash (not exceeding NZD$10,000, if wishing to pay more than NZD$10,000 then this must be deposited directly into a Bank of New Zealand branch and bank receipt supplied) and EFTPOS (please check the daily limit). Payments can also be made by credit card in person with a 2.2% merchant fee for Visa and Mastercard and 3.3% for American Express. Invoices that are in excess of $5,000 and where the card holder is not present, cannot be charged to a credit card without prior arrangement. Personal cheques are accepted, but funds must be cleared before goods will be released. Bank cheques are subject to five days clearance. The buyer is responsible for any bank fees and charges applicable for the transfer of funds into Webb’s account. Collection of Purchases & Insurance Webb’s is entitled to retain items sold until all amounts due to us have been received in full in good cleared funds. Subject to this, the Buyer shall collect purchased lots within 2 days from the date of the sale unless otherwise agreed in writing between Webb’s and the Buyer. At the fall of the hammer, insurance is the responsibility of the purchaser. Packing, Handling and Shipping Webb’s will be able to suggest removals companies that the buyer can use but takes no responsibility whatsoever for the actions of any recommended third party. Webb’s can pack and handle goods purchased at the auction by agreement and a charge will be made for this service. All packing, shipping, insurance, postage & associated charges will be borne by the purchaser. Permits, Licences and Certificates Under The Protected Objects Act 1975, buyers may be required to obtain a licence for certain categories of items in a sale from the Ministry of Culture & Heritage, PO Box 5364, Wellington. Remedies for Non-Payment If the Buyer fails to make full payment immediately, Webb’s is entitled to exercise one or more of the following rights or remedies (in addition to asserting any other rights or remedies available under the law). • to charge interest at such a rate as we shall reasonably decide. • to hold the defaulting Buyer liable for the total amount due and to commence legal proceedings for its recovery along with interest, legal fees and costs to the fullest extent permitted under applicable law. • to cancel the sale. • to resell the property publicly or privately on such terms as we see fit. • to pay the Seller an amount up to the net proceeds payable in respect of the amount bid by the defaulting Buyer. In these circumstances the defaulting Buyer can have no claim upon Webb’s in the event that the item(s) are sold for an amount greater than the original invoiced amount. • to set off against any amounts which Webb’s may owe the Buyer in any other transactions, the outstanding amount remaining unpaid by the Buyer. • where several amounts are owed by the Buyer to us, in respect of different transactions, to apply any amount paid to discharge any amount owed in respect of any particular transaction, whether or not the Buyer so directs. • to reject at any future auction any bids made by or on behalf of the Buyer or to obtain a deposit from the Buyer prior to accepting any bids. • to exercise all the rights and remedies of a person holding security over any property in our possession owned by the Buyer whether by way of pledge, security interest or in any other way, to the fullest extent permitted by the law of the place where such property is located. The Buyer will be deemed to have been granted such security to us and we may retain such property as collateral security
for said Buyer’s obligations to us. • to take such other action as Webb’s deem necessary or appropriate. If we do sell the property under paragraph (4), then the defaulting Buyer shall be liable for payment of any deficiency between the total amount originally due to us and the price obtained upon reselling as well as for all costs, expenses, damages, legal fees and commissions and premiums of whatever kinds associated with both sales or otherwise arising from the default. If we pay any amount to the Seller under paragraph (5) the Buyer acknowledges that Webb’s shall have all of the rights of the Seller, however arising, to pursue the Buyer for such amount. Failure to Collect Purchases Where purchases are not collected within 2 days from the sale date, whether or not payment has been made, we shall be permitted to remove the property to a warehouse at the buyer’s expense, and only release the items after payment in full has been made of removal, storage handling, insurance and any other costs incurred, together with payment of all other amounts due to us. 6. Extent of Webb’s Liability Webb’s agrees to refund the purchase price in the circumstances of the Limited Warranty set out in paragraph 7 below. Apart from that, neither the Seller nor we, nor any of our employees or agents are responsible for the correctness of any statement of whatever kind concerning any lot, whether written or oral, nor for any other errors or omissions in description or for any faults or defects in any lots. Except as stated in paragraph 7 below, neither the Seller, ourselves, our officers, agents or employees give any representation warranty or guarantee or assume any liability of any kind in respect of any lot with regard to merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, description, size, quality, condition, attribution, authenticity, rarity, importance, medium, provenance, exhibition history, literature or historical relevance. Except as required by local law any warranty of any kind is excluded by this paragraph. 7. Limited Warranty Subject to the terms and conditions of this paragraph, the Seller warrants for the period of thirty days from the date of the sale that any property described in this catalogue (noting such description may be amended by any saleroom notice or announcement) which is stated without qualification to be the work of a named author or authorship is authentic and not a forgery. The term “Author” or “authorship” refers to the creator of the property or to the period, culture, source, or origin as the case may be, with which the creation of such property is identified in the catalogue. The warranty is subject to the following: it does not apply where a) the catalogue description or saleroom notice corresponded to the generally accepted opinion of scholars and experts at the date of the sale or fairly indicated that there was a conflict of opinions, or b) correct identification of a lot can be demonstrated only by means of a scientific process not generally accepted for use until after publication of the catalogue or a process which at the date of the publication of the catalogue was unreasonably expensive or impractical or likely to have caused damage to the property. The benefits of the warranty are not assignable and shall apply only to the original buyer of the lot as shown on the invoice originally issued by Webb’s when the lot was sold at Auction. The Original Buyer must have remained the owner of the lot without disposing of any interest in it to any third party. The Buyer’s sole and exclusive remedy against the Seller in place of any other remedy which might be available, is the cancellation of the sale and the refund of the original purchase price paid for the lot less the buyer’s premium which is non-refundable. Neither the Seller nor Webb’s will be liable for any special, incidental nor consequential damages including, without limitation, loss of profits. The Buyer must give written notice of claim to us within thirty days of the date of the Auction. The Seller shall have the right, to require the Buyer to obtain two written opinions by recognised experts in the field, mutually acceptable to the Buyer and Webb’s to decide whether or not to cancel the sale under warranty. The Buyer must return the lot to Seller in the same condition that it was purchased. 8. Severability If any part of these Conditions of Sale is found by any court to be invalid, illegal or unenforceable, that part shall be discounted and the rest of the Conditions shall continue to be valid to the fullest extent permitted by law.
9. Copyright The copyright in all images, illustrations and written material produced by Webb’s relating to a lot including the contents of this catalogue, is and shall remain the property at all times of Webb’s and shall not be used by the Buyer, nor by anyone else without our prior written consent. Webb’s and the Seller make no representation or warranty that the Buyer of a property will acquire any copyright or other reproduction rights in it. 10. Law and Jurisdiction These terms and conditions and any matters concerned with the foregoing fall within the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of New Zealand, unless otherwise stated. 11. Pre-Sale Estimates Webb’s publishes with each catalogue our opinion as to the estimated price range for each lot. These estimates are approximate prices only and are not intended to be definitive. They are prepared well in advance of the sale and may be subject to revision. Interested parties should contact Webb’s prior to auction for updated pre-sale estimates and starting prices. 12. Sale Results Webb’s will provide auction results, which will be available as soon as possible after the sale. Results will include buyer’s premium. These results will be posted at www.webbs.co.nz 13. Goods and Service Tax GST is applicable on the hammer price in the case where the seller is selling property that is owned by an entity registered for GST. GST is also applicable on the hammer price in the case where the seller is not a New Zealand resident. These lots are denoted by a dagger symbol † placed next to the estimate. GST is also applicable on the buyer’s premium.
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Telephone & Absentee Bidding Form
Auctions Private Sales Valuations +64 9 529 5600 auction@webbs.co.nz 33a Normanby Rd Mount Eden Auckland, 1024 New Zealand
In order to register to bid with Webb’s please complete this form and scan or email to auction@webbs.co.nz Are you telephone bidding or absentee bidding?
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Catalogue Description
Collectors’ Cars
2. Cover Bid – Not including buyer’s premium or GST (where applicable)
NZ$ NZ$ NZ$ NZ$ NZ$ NZ$ NZ$ NZ$ NZ$ NZ$ I authorise Webb’s to register bids on a per lot basis up to the maximum price I have indicated for each lot. I will not hold Webb’s responsible for any errors that occur. I understand that if my bid is successful, the purchase price will be the sum of my final bid plus the buyer’s premium of 15% of the final bid price plus any GST payable on the hammer price, as indicated in the catalogue. GST will be charged on the buyer’s premium. I have read and accepted Webb’s terms and conditions as printed in the catalogue and online at www.webbs.co.nz Bids will not be processed unless this form is signed.
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