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Postcards, Reading, a further RP selection of 14 cards of Reading inc. Newport Rd, St Giles Church, Caversham Rd, Broad St, Wycliffe Chapel, Friar St, Queen Victoria St, Oxford Rd (all Collier photo), also Fire Engine going through floods in Oxford Rd, Great Western Hotel, London Rd & Cemetery Gate, animated Lych Gate St Peter's Earley, Friar St etc (mixed condition, fair/gd)
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Postcards, a broad subject selection of 17 cards with Louis Wain comic cards 'Manx Kippers for Tea', RP of hand delivery cart for 'Phillips Bread', woven silk of Lord Kitchener, embroidered silk for R.F.C, RP of Sandy (Beds) Railway Station Interior, Royal Mail Delivery van (faded), RP of bridge demolished by traction engine (thought to be near Rye Sussex). Also set of 7 Metropolitan Railway (District) published in 1928 for Diamond Jubilee 1868-1928 with original packet etc (mixed condition, fair/gd)
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Transportation Ephemera, an interesting collection of items to include 1958 Cravens Limited (train carriage and wagon manufacturers) presentation booklet and accompanying letter, Armstrong Siddeley engine pamphlet, Shell-Mex and B.P. large format booklet 'The Modern Aeroplane' with hinged flaps and Book of The Jet with cellophane pages showing engine parts, Flight Refuelling Ltd. publication 'Aircraft Overhaul and Modification', 1949 'Your Speedbird Companion' document folder containing B.O.A.C. tickets, stationery, cablegram, timetable, luggage tag, postcards etc., 1937 Underground Map, Ford Capri Cut-Out Kit etc. (gd) (15)
Los 269
Toys and Comics, to include SH Japanese tin plate, battery operated fire engine (some light rusting), Big Ring Circus clown in fire engine (some light rusting, bell missing), 1980s annuals (The Beano, Victor, Buster, Popeye, My Cartoon), 7 1930/40s comics (Butterfly, Playbox and Tiny Tots), 75+ 1970/80/90s comics (Victor, Warlord, The Beano, The Dandy), 1956 Loud Pedal (gen gd)
Los 525
A Victorian engine turned 18ct gold hunter keywind duplex pocket watch by James McCabe, Royal Exchange, London,with initialled case and interior inscription to 'William Stanton from some of the Merchants of Singapore', the Roman dial with subsidiary seconds and signed three quarter plate movement numbered 02964, in original box with original receipt dated 13th, September, 1861, case diameter 50mm, gross weight 117.4 grams.
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Only Fools & Horses - 40th Anniversary Auction - an iconic Reliant Regal Supervan III ' Trotter Van ', made famous as the transport of Del and Rodney Trotter in the iconic BBC sitcom. This van has been used in various official publicity roles by both the BBC and independent companies. This very van featured on countless official publicity material for the show, as well as memorabilia, merchandise and notably the leopard print DVD Complete Series Box Set. This van once belonged to Perry Aghajanoff, president of the Only Fools & Horses Appreciation Society, and whenever a van was needed for publicity purposes, this was the van that was offered up. It has featured in dozens of television appearances relating to the show (documentaries, news reports, etc). The interior of the driver's door has been autographed by Sir David Jason who played Del Boy in the sitcom - adding his iconic catchphrase ' Lovely Jubbly ' to his autograph. XRW 151L is a 1973 Reliant Regal Supervan III. Painted in full Trotter livery, with ' Trotters Independent Traders - New York - Paris - Peckham ' to both sides and the rear door. Tax and MOT exempt, the van has recently undergone a light re-commission in order to return it to running order. It has been stored for many years, and whilst it is running as it should - it could do with further recommissioning and restoration before putting back on the road in a full capacity. Electrics are untested and require attention. Retains its original 700cc Reliant engine, original brown vinyl seats and period carpets. As a second-hand vehicle buyers are reminded that such items are sold strictly 'as is' with no guarantees or warranties as to any aspect of its mechanical or electrical safety, or roadworthiness implied by East Bristol Auctions or any agent. Viewing is highly recommended. V5C not present (this may be located prior to auction - this message will be updated if so). Supplied with a full letter of authenticity with information from the Only Fools and Horses Appreciation Society, which lists some of its many appearances in the media, as well as some items related to the van, including a signed DVD box set by Sir David Jason - the box set featuring this very van to the inside. An icon of British comedy history.
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A Phillips bicycle metal advertising sign, early 20th century, printed in colours with 'Phillips, All-British Quality Bicycles/Renowned the World Over' with a bicycle and lion, pierced for suspension, 69cm x 47.5cm , together with an 'Esso Extra Motor Oil' advertising sign, 70cm x 50cm and a 'Triumph Twin Cylinder Engine' advertising sign, 70cm x 50cm
Los 152
A SELECTION OF SILVER AND WHITE METAL ITEMS, to include a cased set of six silver art deco style teaspoons with green guilloche enamel detail to the terminal, hallmarked 'Joseph Gloster Ltd' Birmingham 1932, approximate gross weight 44.5 grams, together with a white metal four piece vanity set comprising of three clothes brushes, with an engine turned design and engraved cartouche, stamped 'Sterling silver' with a comb also stamped 'silver', a white metal cigarette box stand, a cased set of six white metal teaspoons and a black lacquered box with contents such as decanter lables, cigarette case and sugar tongs
Los 30
A SILVER FULL HUNTER POCKET WATCH AND ONE OTHER, the full hunter with an engine turned design case and vacant cartouche, round white dial signed 'Waltham U.S.A' Roman numerals, seconds subsidiary dial at the six o'clock position, blue hands, case back hallmarked silver Birmingham 1927, together with another white metal open face pocket watch with an engine turned design, (condition report: the full hunter working at time of cataloguing, time keeping untested, moderate tarnishing all round, the other non-running)
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A FULL HUNTER TWIN DIAL CHRONOGRAPH POCKET WATCH, the dial sits 90 degrees anti-clockwise, rubbed engine turned design to the case with an engraved monogram to the front centre, round white dial, Arabic numerals, two subsidiary dials at the three and nine o'clock positions, gold tone hands, with outer additional dials, case stamped '14k' Swiss control marks, 3160, stop button to the side of the case, approximate case width 50.6mm, approximate gross weight 95.7 grams (conditon report: general light wear, opens and closes with ease, working at time of cataloguing, time keeping untested, overall condition good)
Los 72
A LATE VICTORIAN SILVER OPEN FACE POCKET WATCH, silver and gold detailed floral dial, Roman numerals, seconds subsidiary dial at the six o'clock position, blue hands, within an engine turned design case with a vacant cartouche, case back hallmarked 'Albert Curtis' London 1891, stamped 460, approximate case width 53.8mm, together with watch key, approximate gross weight 151.2 grams (condtion report: working at time of cataloguing, time keeping untested, moderate tarnishing all round, general light wear, some surface scratches to the glass, overall condition good)
Los 73
A SILVER OPEN FACE POCKET WATCH, round white dial, Roman numerals, seconds subsidiary dial at the six o'clock position, silvered hands (non-running), within an engine turned design case with a vacant cartouche, case back hallmarked silver ' The Lancanshire Watch Co Ltd' Chester 1900, approximate case width 52.4mm, together with watch key, approximate gross weight 132.6 grams (condition report: non-running, moderate tarnishing all round, general overall wear)
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1967 Aston Martin DB6 Sports SaloonRegistration no. CVG 244F (not registered with DVLA)Chassis no. DB6/3225/ROffered without reserve•Automatic Transmission•Original colour combination•Long-term AMOC member ownership (1985-2011)•Present ownership since 2011Footnotes:'Stage by stage, as the DB has become dominant in the Aston Martin strain, the successive cars have changed their image. Today the aim is to offer the maximum of luxury and refinement as well as the ultimate in road performance. The minor barbarities of so many great sports cars of the past are no longer acceptable – at least in the hand built models now leaving Newport Pagnell. Obviously such a car as the DB6 is expensive and exclusive but the value matches the price.' – Autocar, 1966. Last-of-the-line models are always sought after by discerning collectors, and few are more highly prized that the final flowering of the glorious 'David Brown' six-cylinder series. The culmination of Aston Martin's long-running line of 'DB' six-cylinder sports saloons and thus considered by many to be the last 'real' Aston, the DB6 had been introduced in 1965, updating the DB5. Although recognisably related to the Touring-styled DB4 of 1958, the DB6 abandoned the Carrozzeria Touring-developed Superleggera tubular body supporting structure of its predecessors in favour of a conventional steel fabrication while retaining the aluminium outer panels. Somewhat confusingly, 'Superleggera' badges continued to be applied by the bodyshop until stocks ran out!Increased rear-seat space was the prime DB6 objective so the wheelbase was now 3¾' longer than before, resulting in an extensive re-style with more-raked windscreen, raised roofline, and reshaped rear quarter windows. Opening front quarter lights made a reappearance but the major change was at the rear where a Kamm-style tail with spoiler improved the aerodynamics, greatly enhancing stability at high speeds. These many dimensional changes were integrated most successfully, the DB6's overall length increasing by only 2'. Indeed, but for the distinctive Kamm tail one might easily mistake it for a DB5. The Tadek Marek-designed six-cylinder engine had been enlarged to 3,995cc for the preceding DB5 and remained unchanged. Power output on triple SU carburettors was 282bhp, rising to 325bhp in Vantage specification, complete with triple Webers. Borg-Warner automatic transmission was offered alongside the standard ZF five-speed gearbox, and for the first time there was optional power-assisted steering.The accompanying (copy) guarantee form shows that '3225/R' was delivered new via Broadway Autos to Grants Plastics Ltd of London W2 and was first registered as 'PMT 321F'. The DB6 was finished in Dubonnet Rosso with black leather interior, and left the Newport Pagnell factory equipped with automatic transmission; power steering; heated rear screen; chrome road wheels; 3-ear hubcaps; and front safety belts. The only other ownership record on file is a copy of the car's most recent V5C showing Mr Michael John Collins (an AMOC member) as registered keeper (from 12th March 1985) and before him a Mr Brian Cook of Glasgow. The current owner purchased the Aston at a UK auction in October 2011, at which time it was stated that it had covered a believed-genuine (but not warranted) 51,997 miles. Furthermore, the car was said to have had various works carried out shortly after its acquisition by Mr Collins (re-spray; new fuel pumps; front shock absorbers replaced; brake discs skimmed; brake callipers overhauled; new jacking points; new non-ferrous brake pipes). The DB6 was also understood to have been kept garaged and to have covered a mere 9,000 miles over the course of the preceding 26 years and, earlier in 2011, had completed a 250-mile round trip.Accompanying documentation consists of copies of the 2011 purchase invoice, aforementioned build details, and now expired V5C. Please note this Lot will attract the reduced import tax of 5% if it is to remain in the UK and, as it has been on static display, will require recommissioning prior to road use.Lot to be sold without reserve.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: * N* VAT on imported items at a preferential rate of 5% on Hammer Price and the prevailing rate on Buyer's Premium.N MOTORCYCLESIf purchased by a UK resident, this machine is subject to a NOVA declaration, whilst the responsibility of submitting the NOVA rests with the Buyer to do so, Bonhams will facilitate the process by engaging an agent (SHIPPIO) to undertake the NOVA and C88 (customs) application if applicable on the Buyer's behalf. A fee of £125 + VAT to do so will be added to the Buyer's invoice.CARSIf purchased by a UK resident, this machine is subject to a NOVA declaration, whilst the responsibility of submitting the NOVA rests with the Buyer to do so, Bonhams will facilitate the process by engaging an agent (CARS) to undertake the NOVA on the Buyer's behalf. A fee of £250 + VAT to do so will be added to the Buyer's invoice.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
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The ex-London Motor Show1961 Aston Martin Lagonda Rapide SaloonRegistration no. Not UK RegisteredChassis no. LR/105/ROffered without reserve•Retained by the factory as a demonstrator and development car•Known ownership history•Factory-fitted DB6 engine•Automatic transmissionFootnotes:'It has long been my ambition to produce a car which would be equally suitable to drive or to be driven in, great comfort, large luggage carrying capacity yet still be exhilarating to the owner driver and capable of effortless sustained high performance. There is such similarity between modern cars that one is fearful of the day when all will look, and be, alike.' - David Brown on the Lagonda Rapide.Aston Martin revived the famous Lagonda name in 1961 with a luxurious four-door sports saloon – the Rapide – that took its appellation from one of the marque's most exalted models of the late 1930s. It had been David Brown's intention that the Rapide should be the 'most mechanically advanced car available', offering effortless acceleration to 130mph. Beneath the Rapide's Superleggera aluminium coachwork (by Touring of Milan, the carrozzeria responsible for the Aston Martin DB4 sports car) was a lengthened (by 16') DB4 platform-type chassis reconfigured to accept De Dion rear suspension, the adoption of which allowed rear compartment space to be maximised. Powered by a 4.0-litre (236bhp) version of the Aston Martin DB4's twin-cam 'six' that would later power the DB5 and DB6, the Rapide certainly lived up to its name with brisk acceleration and a 130mph-plus top speed. Dual circuit, servo assisted disc brakes restrained this excellent performance, while fittings to the traditional interior included electric windows, picnic tables to the rear, filler cap remote opener, and a radio as standard. The Rapide's price when new was £5,000, some 25% higher than that of the Aston Martin DB4, which itself was not exactly a cheap automobile. A mere 55 units, almost all of which were equipped with Borg Warner three-speed automatic transmission, were built before production ceased in 1964. Today, 47 of the original 55 Rapides are known, 'LR/105/R' being the fifth built. Displayed at the 1961 London Motor Show and kept by the factory as a demonstrator and development car, '105/R' was first registered to Aston Martin Lagonda Ltd (as '92 MY') on 11th October 1961. Its original colour scheme was Dubonnet with fawn leather interior trim. On 10th December 1962 the car was registered to David Brown Tractors Ltd followed by AML Ltd (for the second time) on 7th February 1967. Later that same year the Lagonda was registered to its first private owner, Thomas Crumbie of Leicester. Mr Crumbie was followed by Cavendish Press Ltd of Leicester and then Peter Biggs of Cambridgeshire, who is the previous keeper listed on the accompanying V5C document (please note that, as the car was subsequently exported, an application will need to be made to retain the registration number). Registered to Desmond J Smail Ltd, '105/R' was sold by them to the current vendor in November 2010. Copies of factory paperwork on file record the fact that the engine (originally '400/105') has been changed twice by the factory, the unit currently fitted ('400/1655') being that of a DB6, as is the Borg Warner Type 8 automatic gearbox. Interestingly, the AMOC Register states that '105/R' was treated to a modified front end and changed from a De Dion to a 'beam' rear axle by the factory, and that it is the only example of the proposed Mark 2 series. Its provenance and unusual specification make 'LR/105/R' an extremely interesting and significant example of this rare and wonderful car, which was the personal project of David Brown himself. The Rapide has been on static display for a number of years and will require recommissioning prior to road use. Please also note the Lot will attract the reduced 5% import tariff if it is to remain in the UK.Lot to be sold without reserve.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: * N* VAT on imported items at a preferential rate of 5% on Hammer Price and the prevailing rate on Buyer's Premium.N MOTORCYCLESIf purchased by a UK resident, this machine is subject to a NOVA declaration, whilst the responsibility of submitting the NOVA rests with the Buyer to do so, Bonhams will facilitate the process by engaging an agent (SHIPPIO) to undertake the NOVA and C88 (customs) application if applicable on the Buyer's behalf. A fee of £125 + VAT to do so will be added to the Buyer's invoice.CARSIf purchased by a UK resident, this machine is subject to a NOVA declaration, whilst the responsibility of submitting the NOVA rests with the Buyer to do so, Bonhams will facilitate the process by engaging an agent (CARS) to undertake the NOVA on the Buyer's behalf. A fee of £250 + VAT to do so will be added to the Buyer's invoice.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
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1965 Aston Martin DB5 4.2-Litre Sports SaloonRegistration no. GPA 655CChassis no. DB5/1845/R•Matching numbers•Only four owners from new•Professionally restored from 'barn find' condition 2014-2018•Concours condition•The most famous of all 'James Bond' Aston MartinsFootnotes:'Racing has played a major part in the development of all Aston Martin engines since Frank Halford designed the original 1.5-litre unit for Bamford & Martin. The 3,995cc 6-cylinder light alloy engine fitted to the DB5 is in all major respects the same as that which powered the 4-litre prototype which ran in the 1962 and 1963 Le Mans 24-Hour races.' – Autocar, 21st May 1965.Aston Martin's post-war evolution had taken a giant step forward in 1958 with the launch of the DB4. Classically proportioned, the Touring-designed body established an instantly recognisable look that would stand the marque in good stead until 1970 and is still being referenced in today's Aston Martins. At its launch in October 1958, the DB4 marked a major turning point for Aston Martin as it was the first car of the David Brown era which neither used a chassis derived from the experimental Atom of 1939 nor an engine co-designed by W O Bentley. Moreover, it was the first Aston Martin to carry Carrozzeria Touring's 'Superleggera' bodywork, in which light alloy panels were fixed to a supporting framework of light-gauge steel tubes. Although styled by Touring, the DB4's gorgeous fastback coachwork was built under license at Newport Pagnell by Aston Martin, which employed some of the finest panel beaters in the industry. The result was a car whose sleek lines were described as 'unmistakably Italian and yet... equally unmistakably Aston Martin'. When the DB4 was introduced, it was Britain's most powerful and fastest production car, and its aerodynamically styled, all-aluminium, Superleggera coachwork looked sensational, establishing a look that would endure for the next dozen years. Touring's Superleggera body construction had been deemed incompatible with the DB2/4-type multi-tubular spaceframe, so engineer Harold Beach drew up an immensely strong platform type chassis for the DB4. The DB2/4's trailing-link independent front suspension gave way to unequal-length wishbones while at the rear the DB4 sported a live axle located by a Watts linkage instead of its predecessor's Panhard rod. The Aston Martin DB4 was also the first of the DB models to employ the entirely new engine designed by Tadek Marek, which had first been seen at Le Mans the previous year in the DBR2. A Polish engineer who had joined the company in 1954, Marek had previously enjoyed a racing career and posts with General Motors and FIAT in Poland. He had designed tanks during WW2 and had arrived at Newport Pagnell from Austin. An all-alloy, twin-overhead-camshaft six like its predecessor, Marek's new 3,670cc engine featured 'square' bore and stroke dimensions of 92mm and developed its maximum power of 240bhp at 5,500rpm. The David Brown gearbox was a new four-speed all-synchromesh unit.Five (unofficially designated) series were built as the model gradually metamorphosed into the DB5. Introduced in July 1963, the Aston Martin DB5 boasted a 4.0-litre engine, this enlarged unit having been seen first in the Lagonda Rapide of 1961. Equipped with three SU carburettors, the '400' engine produced 282bhp at 5,500rpm and was mated to a four-speed/overdrive gearbox, a 'proper' ZF five-speed unit being standardised later. The DB5's distinctive cowled headlamps had first appeared on the DB4GT and the newcomer was the same size as the lengthened, 'Series V' DB4. Outwardly there was little to distinguish the DB5 from the last of the DB4s apart from twin fuel filler caps, though these had already appeared on some cars. Beneath the skin, however, there were numerous improvements including alternator electrics; Girling disc brakes instead of Dunlops; Sundym glass; electric windows; and an oil pressure gauge as standard equipment. From September 1964 the 314bhp, triple-Weber Vantage engine became available and was fitted to a total of 95 cars. The DB5 was also offered in convertible form (the 'Volante' name would not be applied to the soft-top Aston until the DB6's arrival), while independent coachbuilder Harold Radford offered a shooting brake conversion. 1,021 DB5s were manufactured between July 1963 and September 1965, a total that included 123 convertibles and 12 shooting brakes. The DB5 was the first and remains the most famous of all the 'James Bond' Aston Martins, having appeared in no fewer than five movies of the series beginning with Goldfinger in 1964. Equipped with rocket launchers and sundry other gadgets, 007's DB5 was finished in Silver Birch with red interior, in which specification it was later issued by Corgi Toys. This matching-numbers DB5 has had only four owners from new. The Aston spent 32 years off the road before being rescued as a 'barn find' some seven years ago. It was then treated to a body-off, chassis-upwards, full restoration by renowned marque specialist Rikki Cann, which took four years to complete and included rebuilding the engine to 4.2 litres capacity. The restoration cost almost £400,000 and is fully documented by invoices and photographs. Finished in its original exterior colour of Dubonnet Rosso, with Magnolia hide trim, and described by the private vendor as in concours condition throughout, 'GPA 655C' represents a wonderful opportunity to own what for many enthusiasts is the ultimate Aston Martin. For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
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1995 Aston Martin Vantage CoupéRegistration no. Not UK RegisteredChassis no. 070109Offered without reserve•Built for the Belgian market•Left-hand drive•Desirable manual transmission•Formerly UK registered •Low mileage recordedFootnotes:'Brutal' was a word used more than once to describe the fastest Aston Martin ever on its introduction in 1992, but as the Vantage had no less than 550bhp available to propel its two tons, the choice can only be judged fair comment. A consummate fast tourer, the Virage left room at the top of the range for an out-and-out sportscar, hence the Vantage. Although the two models appear superficially similar few panels are shared, and beneath the skin the Vantage chassis boasts the kind of extensive re-engineering required to cope with the massive increase in performance. The latter comes courtesy of a blown version of Aston's 5,340cc V8, twin mechanically driven Eaton superchargers being preferred to turbo-charging on the grounds of superior throttle response. Quite apart from its stupendous maximum output, remarkable enough in itself, the engine is monstrously torquey, producing 550lb/ft at 4,000rpm, a figure that makes even the mighty Chrysler Viper V10's 450lb/ft seem puny by way of comparison and the ZF manual gearbox's six-speeds an unnecessary luxury.On test with Autocar magazine, a development Vantage raced to 60mph in a Ferrari 512TR-destroying 4.6 seconds, reaching the 'ton' just 5.5 seconds later. Autocar summed up the Vantage as, 'a real Aston Martin; a big, very beautiful, very fast, albeit expensive GT with so much appeal and purpose behind it that it is more an experience than it is mere transport'.A desirable manual transmission model, left-hand drive chassis number '070109' was built for the Belgian market and originally finished in Rolls-Royce Royal Blue with Parchment leather interior. The car was first registered in the UK (incorrectly as a 'Virage Vantage') on 1st August 2003 and MoT'ed in 2005 at 10,127 miles. The vendor acquired the Vantage from marque specialist Desmond Smail in May 2008, at which time it was stated that it had been owned by 'King Fahd Bin Abdula Aziz' (sic) presumed to be HRH King Fahd bin Abdulaziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia. The recorded mileage was given as 10,500. The car is fitted with mph speedometer showing 1,148 miles. A copy of the sales invoice is on file and the car also comes with copies of its specification sheet and last (expired) UK V5C Registration Certificate.The Vantage has been on static display for a number of years and will require recommissioning prior to road use. Please also note the Lot will attract 20% import VAT if it is to remain in the UK.Lot to be sold without reserve.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: Ω NΩ VAT on imported items at the prevailing rate on Hammer Price and Buyer's Premium.N MOTORCYCLESIf purchased by a UK resident, this machine is subject to a NOVA declaration, whilst the responsibility of submitting the NOVA rests with the Buyer to do so, Bonhams will facilitate the process by engaging an agent (SHIPPIO) to undertake the NOVA and C88 (customs) application if applicable on the Buyer's behalf. A fee of £125 + VAT to do so will be added to the Buyer's invoice.CARSIf purchased by a UK resident, this machine is subject to a NOVA declaration, whilst the responsibility of submitting the NOVA rests with the Buyer to do so, Bonhams will facilitate the process by engaging an agent (CARS) to undertake the NOVA on the Buyer's behalf. A fee of £250 + VAT to do so will be added to the Buyer's invoice.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
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One owner from new2010 Porsche 911 Type 997 Sport Classic CoupéRegistration no. Not RegisteredChassis no. WP0ZZZ99ZAS794193•One of only 250 made•Built to Swiss market specification•402bhp engine•Six-speed manual transmission•Showing 182 km at time of cataloguing Footnotes:Representing a major step forward, the Type 996 version of Porsche's perennially popular 911, introduced in 1997, really did justify its maker's claims to be 'all new'. With the 996's introduction, Porsche finally adopted water cooling for the flat-six engine, which remained behind the rear wheels of a car that shared no panels with its immediate predecessor and was longer, wider, and higher than before. Not surprisingly, given the Type 996's wholesale re-engineering, the successor Type 997 - introduced in 2004 - represented evolution rather than revolution, the most significant changes being to the interior and exterior styling. The latter marked a welcome return to the 911's traditional oval headlights, and the interior too was more classic 911 than that of the outgoing 996. In developing the Type 997, Porsche had started with the more challenging cabriolet, reasoning that if the open car could be made sufficiently stiff, the coupé would easily achieve the required rigidity. The base 3.6-litre engine remained essentially the same as the Type 996's, while the more expensive 'S' models came with a more powerful 3.8-litre unit. The Turbo, though, kept the '3.6', which now featured Variable Turbine Geometry (VTG) turbo-chargers for better throttle response. As is the case with many modern auto 'boxes, Porsche's Tiptronic got the 911 off the line quicker than the manual version. Unlike in its earliest days, when only a tiny handful of models was on offer, the 911 in more recent decades has spawned a host of special, limited-edition variants catering for every taste, many of them offering increased performance over the base model. One such member of the Type 997 family is the Sport Classic, based on the Carrera S, which was introduced at the 2009 Frankfurt Auto Show. Production was limited to 250 units, all of which were sold in under 48 hours. Using the wider Carrera 4 body, but without four-wheel drive, the Sport Classic was inspired by the legendary Porsche 911 Carrera RS of 1973, adopting its illustrious ancestor's trademark fixed position ducktail spoiler. Normally aspirated, the Sport Classic's engine produced 402bhp courtesy of a newly developed variable resonance intake manifold with six switchable valves, while a six-speed manual gearbox was the only transmission on offer. Other notable features included a 'double bubble' roof; 1970s-style chequered-finish door trim; Espresso (dark brown) braided leather upholstery; ceramic composite brakes; lowered suspension; Fuchs 19' alloy wheels; and special Sport Classic Grey exterior colour. Built to Swiss specification, this rare and collectible Sport Classic was sold new to the current owner on 31st March 2010. To say that the standard specification was generous would be a gross understatement (it runs to almost 70 items) with only three optional 'extras': Sport shifter, preparation for mobile phone, and factory collection! Specification highlights include the following:Tyre pressure monitoringSide skirtsDoors in aluminiumWindscreen with grey top tintB-Xenon headlightsTaillights with clear glass lookPorsche Communication Management (PCM) including GPS navigation moduleSix-disc CD/DVD auto changerAutomatically dimming mirrorsBose surround sound systemCruise controlHeated front seatsAdaptive sports seats with driver memoryRepresenting a wonderful opportunity to acquire a little used example of the rare and exclusive, limited-edition Porsche 911 Sport Classic, the car is offered with copies of the aforementioned purchase invoice and specification sheets. The Porsche has been on static display since acquisition and may require recommissioning prior to road use. Please also note the Lot will attract 20% import VAT if it is to remain in the UK.Lot to be sold without reserve.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: Ω NΩ VAT on imported items at the prevailing rate on Hammer Price and Buyer's Premium.N MOTORCYCLESIf purchased by a UK resident, this machine is subject to a NOVA declaration, whilst the responsibility of submitting the NOVA rests with the Buyer to do so, Bonhams will facilitate the process by engaging an agent (SHIPPIO) to undertake the NOVA and C88 (customs) application if applicable on the Buyer's behalf. A fee of £125 + VAT to do so will be added to the Buyer's invoice.CARSIf purchased by a UK resident, this machine is subject to a NOVA declaration, whilst the responsibility of submitting the NOVA rests with the Buyer to do so, Bonhams will facilitate the process by engaging an agent (CARS) to undertake the NOVA on the Buyer's behalf. A fee of £250 + VAT to do so will be added to the Buyer's invoice.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
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1937 Jaguar SS 100 3½-Litre Sports TourerRegistration no. CKF 888Chassis no. 18066•One of only 314 SS 100 models made•Originally a 2½-Litre car•Present ownership since 1990•Carefully stored for the last 25 yearsFootnotes:Launched for 1936, the SS100 was the first real high-performance model produced by SS Cars Limited and used a new Weslake-developed overhead-valve engine in a shortened SS1 chassis. The introduction of the OHV unit was considered to justify the adoption of a new name for the series, SS Cars boss William Lyons later recalling 'I immediately pounced on Jaguar as it had an exciting sound to me.' ('Jaguar' would be adopted as the marque name in 1943, 'SS' having by then acquired a somewhat tarnished reputation).'SS' originally stood for the Swallow Sidecar & Coachbuilding Company, which had been founded in Blackpool, England by William Walmsley. The company branched out into motor manufacture in 1926, its first major success being an attractive sports saloon on the Austin Seven chassis, the design being the work of Walmsley's partner, one William Lyons. Relocation to Coventry followed and the Swallow range expanded to include models on Morris Cowley, Wolseley Hornet and Standard Sixteen chassis. Marque status arrived in October 1931 with the launch of the SS1, the chassis of which was supplied exclusively to Swallow by Standard, who also provided the six-cylinder sidevalve engine and four-speed gearbox. Although unspectacular in performance, the SS1 went some way towards establishing the pattern for future Jaguars, combining sporting good looks with a better-than-average specification and all at a bargain price. By the time the SS90 sports car arrived in 1935, William Heynes had joined as Chief Engineer. Based on a shortened SS1 chassis, re-engineered by Heynes, the SS90 again demonstrated Lyons' consummate skill as a stylist, its long bonnet, smoothly flowing wings, cut-away doors and truncated tail making it every inch the epitome of the 1930s sports car. Although good for 90mph, the SS90 was handicapped by the limitations of its sidevalve engine, a deficiency that would soon be rectified by another of Lyons' new recruits, gas-flow consultant Harry Weslake. Launched in 1936 alongside the 2½-Litre saloon, the SS100 Jaguar sports car marked the company's first use of the 'Jaguar' name. Beautifully styled in the manner of its SS90 predecessor, the newcomer employed a shorter, 102'-wheelbase chassis and a revised version of the 2,663cc Standard six which, equipped with Weslake's overhead-valve cylinder head and breathing through twin SU carburettors, now produced 104bhp. Although a fine touring car, the SS 100 was marketed as primarily for competition work. Its first major success came early, if somewhat unexpectedly, when Tommy Wisdom, crewed by his wife, won the arduous International Alpine Trial in 1936, beating Bugatti and bringing the fledgling marque to the attention of the Continental public. This would be the first of many successful rallying forays, including class wins in the RAC events of 1937 and 1938, and the Alpine (outright) again in 1948. Around 198 2½-Litre and 116 of the later 3½-Litre cars had been made by the time SS 100 production was prematurely ended by the outbreak of war.Originally a 2½-Litre model, chassis number '18066' is one of only 314 SS 100s built. The car was supplied new in 1937 to Henlys, Jaguar's main distributor in London, for use as a demonstrator and show car (see Jaguar Heritage Trust Certificate and letter on file from the Jaguar Enthusiasts Club, dated 27th March 1990). 'CKF 888' was purchased by the vendor's deceased husband at auction in February 1990 (bill of sale on file). It appears to have been imported into the UK earlier in 1990 (there is a photocopy C&E 386 form in the document file) while a plaque on the dashboard appears to relate to a previous owner: Dwight F Brooks of Pasadena, California. After acquisition, the late owner retrieved the original registration and appears to have had significant work carried out on both the bodywork and mechanicals, as evidenced by various invoices in the history file. Some of these invoices refer to parts for a 1947 3½-litre engine (the 'S' number prefix of the car's engine identifies it as such). Photographs in the history file show the car with the body removed, and also parts of the running gear. Following the work's completion, the car was used on an occasional basis for shows and ralliesThis car, along with others from the same vendor, has been standing for up to 25 years and like the others, was running and usable when laid-up. The vendor's husband died in 1996, and his collection of cars remained mostly unused from that time. They were all stored in a purpose-built, heated and dehumidified building, which the deceased gentleman had commissioned solely for the purpose of storing his cars. Having been standing for that period of time, they will require careful re-commissioning and safety checks prior to use by a new owner. Accompanying documentation includes a current V5C; two expired MoT certificates; miscellaneous papers; and the aforementioned copy C&E 386, invoices, and JEC letter. There is also a copy spare parts list and copy instruction book with the car, which is presently on SORN. It should be noted that the V5C erroneously records the engine number as '5529'. The SS100 was one of the fastest and best-handling sports cars of its day, as its competition record both before and after the war bears witness to. Representing a rare opportunity to acquire an example of the model that can be said to have started the Jaguar legend, '18066' is eligible for a wide variety of the most prestigious historic motor sports events.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
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1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage Sports SaloonRegistration no. Not UK RegisteredChassis no. V8/VOR/12194Offered without reserve•Factory-fitted automatic transmission•Used by AML Ltd director Peter Cadbury•Correct Tourmaline Blue paintworkFootnotes:With the resurrection of the 'Vantage' name in 1977, Aston Martin enthusiasts everywhere breathed a sigh of relief; previously applied to high-power versions of the DB six-cylinder cars, it had been dormant since the V8's arrival back in 1969. A heavier car than its six-cylinder predecessor, the V8 suffered as emissions legislation became ever more strangulating, leading to concern that Aston Martin's traditional performance image might be lost. The arrival of the Vantage dispelled any such worries. Propelling Aston's V8 back into the supercar league was a tuned version of the existing 5,340cc engine breathing through a quartet of 48mm Weber carburettors rather than the standard 42mm instruments. Valves and ports were enlarged and the camshafts changed, the end result being an estimated maximum output of around 375-380bhp - in Rolls-Royce fashion the factory chose not to disclose the actual figure, merely claiming that power was 'adequate'. In 1978 the V8 Vantage earned the title of 'world's fastest accelerating production car' and throughout its life delivered outstanding performance by any standard, accelerating to 60mph in just 5.2 seconds on its way to a top speed of 175mph. With such high speeds attainable, aerodynamic refinements were called for. Thus the Vantage gained a deep front 'chin' spoiler, blanked off front grille and a boot lid spoiler, the latter being bolted on to the earliest cars and later integrated into the bodywork. There were commensurate improvements to the suspension, brakes and tyres. Its accompanying copy Car Record Card confirms that this home-market V8 Vantage was despatched from Aston Martin's Newport Pagnell works on 12th November 1979 finished in Tourmaline Blue with Fawn leather interior trim. Notable factory features included a wood interior to V8 saloon specification; two detachable headrests; two Rearguard fog lamps; a Blaupunkt Bamberg stereo radio/cassette; and no front grille blanking plate. The current owner purchased the Vantage at Bonhams' Beaulieu sale in September 2011 (Lot 518). At that time we made the following statements: 'Copies of subsequent correspondence with the vehicle also confirm that V8/VOR/12194 was then converted by the Works Service Department from manual to automatic transmission for Aston Martin Lagonda Ltd director Peter Cadbury – one of only three such conversions believed to have been undertaken by Works Service at the time and a full 6 years before automatic transmission was officially offered on this model. Later enhancements include a deep front spoiler, Ronal alloys, a new steering wheel and a Vanquish-style starter button.''Stamped vouchers in the Service Booklet record services carried out at regular intervals by AML and AVJ from July 1980 at 1695m to October 1990 at 52,695m. More recent services have been undertaken by marque specialists Runnymede (in) September 2005 at 64,445m and by Nicholas Mee (in) November 2006 at 70,140m. While receipts on file detail further work carried out by the workshops of Lincoln Scott, HWM, Waterside Classics and Nicholas Mee including replacement sills 2003, full re-trim in cream hide piped in blue 2005, replacement air-conditioning 2006 and new brake discs 2007. The total mileage of 73,044 displayed when entered is also confirmed by readings from 19 MoTs dating back to 1987/8, the latest being valid until December, while 20 previous tax discs are also present as are a 1978/9 sales leaflet and price list.'Unfortunately, all of the aforementioned documentation is no longer with the car, apart from an old-style UK V5C Registration Certificate. As the car was subsequently exported, an application to retain the registration mark will be required.The V8 Vantage has been on static display for a number of years and will require recommissioning prior to road use. Please also note the Lot will attract the reduced 5% import tariff if it is to remain in the UK.Lot to be sold without reserve.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: * N* VAT on imported items at a preferential rate of 5% on Hammer Price and the prevailing rate on Buyer's Premium.N MOTORCYCLESIf purchased by a UK resident, this machine is subject to a NOVA declaration, whilst the responsibility of submitting the NOVA rests with the Buyer to do so, Bonhams will facilitate the process by engaging an agent (SHIPPIO) to undertake the NOVA and C88 (customs) application if applicable on the Buyer's behalf. A fee of £125 + VAT to do so will be added to the Buyer's invoice.CARSIf purchased by a UK resident, this machine is subject to a NOVA declaration, whilst the responsibility of submitting the NOVA rests with the Buyer to do so, Bonhams will facilitate the process by engaging an agent (CARS) to undertake the NOVA on the Buyer's behalf. A fee of £250 + VAT to do so will be added to the Buyer's invoice.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
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1970 Aston Martin DB6 Mark 2 Vantage Sports SaloonRegistration no. Not UK RegisteredChassis no. DB6 MK2/4241/ROffered without reserve•One of 71 DB6 Mark 2 Vantages•Long-term AMOC member ownership (1974-2012)•One of only three DB6 Mark 2s in Bahama Yellow•Featured in the factory's Millennium Calendar, 'A Celebration of Craftsmanship'Footnotes:Introduced in July 1969, the DB6 Mark 2 incorporated many components shared with the new DBS, most obviously the latter's wider wheels, which necessitated flaring the front and rear wheelarches. All Mark 2 Vantages came with the highest (325bhp) 'C' state of tune, while all cars benefited from power-assisted steering as standard. Production lasted until November 1970, during which time only 240 DB6 Mark 2s were manufactured, 71 of which were to Vantage specification. Chassis number '4241/R' is one of only three DB6 Mark 2s originally finished in Bahama Yellow and the only example to have the high-performance Vantage engine. The Aston was first registered (as 'UKX 644J') on 1st December 1970 and retailed by Maurice Leo Ltd. In July 1974 the DB6 was acquired by AMOC members Mr & Mrs Ian Moore of Middlesex (also owners of a DB6 Mark 1), who would remain its custodians for the next 38 years. The Moores had purchased 'UKX 644J' from sometime Wiscombe Park competitor and commentator C A R Elwell, the first owner's son-in-law. Thereafter the Aston was used sparingly, seldom, if ever, venturing out in the rain. The current owner purchased 'UKX 644J' via a UK auction in April 2012, by which time the car had covered only some 38,800 (warranted) miles from new. At that time the DB6 was described as 'never allowed to deteriorate to the point of needing restoration', while its exceptionally original 'time warp' condition (paintwork, upholstery and major mechanical components) was also commented on favourably (2012 catalogue description on file). The engine was said to start readily and show over 100psi oil pressure when warm. A measure of this DB6's then exceptional quality may be gained from the fact that Aston Martin archivist and historian, the late Roger Stowers, selected 'UKX 644J' for inclusion in the factory's Millennium Calendar, 'A Celebration of Craftsmanship'. This wonderful and extremely rare DB6 is offered with an old UK V5C Registration Certificate and a copy of the 2012 purchase invoice. Please note the car will be subject to the reduced import tariff of 5% if it is to remain in the UK and, as it has been on static display for the past nine years, will require recommissioning prior to road use.Lot to be sold without reserve.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: * N* VAT on imported items at a preferential rate of 5% on Hammer Price and the prevailing rate on Buyer's Premium.N MOTORCYCLESIf purchased by a UK resident, this machine is subject to a NOVA declaration, whilst the responsibility of submitting the NOVA rests with the Buyer to do so, Bonhams will facilitate the process by engaging an agent (SHIPPIO) to undertake the NOVA and C88 (customs) application if applicable on the Buyer's behalf. A fee of £125 + VAT to do so will be added to the Buyer's invoice.CARSIf purchased by a UK resident, this machine is subject to a NOVA declaration, whilst the responsibility of submitting the NOVA rests with the Buyer to do so, Bonhams will facilitate the process by engaging an agent (CARS) to undertake the NOVA on the Buyer's behalf. A fee of £250 + VAT to do so will be added to the Buyer's invoice.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
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One owner from new2014 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT Final Edition CoupéRegistration no. Not RegisteredChassis no. WMXRJ7JA1EA011040Offered without reserve•Built to Swiss specification•Circa 50 km on the odometer •591bhp V8 engine•Seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission•Well specified•Euro 5 certifiedFootnotes:'For anyone wishing to give their Mercedes that extra personal touch, Mercedes-AMG GmbH has just the answers. The Daimler-Chrysler subsidiary offers the combined experience of Mercedes-Benz and AMG in the field of high-quality enhancements for Mercedes-Benz passenger cars and puts the emphasis firmly on individuality when creating the customer's dream Mercedes.' - Mercedes-AMG GmbH.AMG, which is now the official performance division of Mercedes-Benz, has a long history of producing high-performance derivatives of Mercedes' standard production vehicles, and these improved versions enjoy an enthusiastic following world-wide, with prominent figures of the motorsports, entertainment, sport, and business communities being counted among aficionados. 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 car to be designed in-house by AMG. A collectors' item from the day it was announced, the newcomer 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 Mercedes-Benz'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 mainly aluminium construction, the SLS (Sport Licht Super) was powered by a 6.2-litre V8 engine producing 563bhp initially - the most powerful normally aspirated production car engine of its day - while the seven-speed 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 low weight (3,573lbs) helped the car lap the Mercedes-Benz test track quicker than its SLR McLaren predecessor. Not surprisingly, given its pedigree, the SLS AMG proved very popular with racing drivers, Formula 1 World Champion Lewis Hamilton among them, while the list of celebrity owners includes Eddie Murphy, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Al Pacino, Roger Federer, Sylvester Stallone, and Tom Hanks. Several limited edition versions were introduced, including a GT3 racer, leading up to the SLS AMG GT Final Edition of 2014. 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.Finished in Designo Magno Graphite with Exclusive black leather interior, offered here is an example of the enhanced (591bhp) SLS AMG GT Final Edition, introduced in 2014, only 350 of which were made. Sold new to the current owner on 16th June 2014, this collectible modern Mercedes has seen relatively little use and is presented in commensurately good condition. The car comes with copies of the purchase invoice, specification sheets, and Euro 5 certification. Specification highlights include the following:Red brake callipersReversing cameraGarage door openerBlind spot assistDaytime driving lightsAutomatically dimming interior and exterior mirrorsMemory package for front seatsTyre pressure monitoringAMG Ride Control sports suspension with adjustable damper systemElectrically folding exterior mirrorsCOMAND APS with DVD changerAnti-theft warning systemAutomatic climate controlHeadlamp cleaning systemBi-Xenon headlampsFire extinguisherBang & Olufsen BeoSound systemInterior motion sensorThis exquisite Final Edition has been on static display since acquisition and will require recommissioning prior to road use. Please also note the Lot will attract 20% import VAT if it is to remain in the UK.Lot to be sold without reserve.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: Ω NΩ VAT on imported items at the prevailing rate on Hammer Price and Buyer's Premium.N MOTORCYCLESIf purchased by a UK resident, this machine is subject to a NOVA declaration, whilst the responsibility of submitting the NOVA rests with the Buyer to do so, Bonhams will facilitate the process by engaging an agent (SHIPPIO) to undertake the NOVA and C88 (customs) application if applicable on the Buyer's behalf. A fee of £125 + VAT to do so will be added to the Buyer's invoice.CARSIf purchased by a UK resident, this machine is subject to a NOVA declaration, whilst the responsibility of submitting the NOVA rests with the Buyer to do so, Bonhams will facilitate the process by engaging an agent (CARS) to undertake the NOVA on the Buyer's behalf. A fee of £250 + VAT to do so will be added to the Buyer's invoice.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
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1964 René Bonnet Djet II CoupéRegistration no. EBY 375BChassis no. CRB11108Offered without reserve•One of 181 produced•Revolutionary French sports car, the worlds first mid-engine production car •Property of motoring historian and author David Blumlein•Featured in Classic Car magazine (November 2007)•Single ownership since 1992Footnotes:In partnership with Charles Deutsch, René Bonnet first tried his hand at motor manufacturing in 1939 with a Citroën-based special, though further serious progress was curtailed until 1945. The duo formed Automobiles DB in 1949, turning to Panhard for engines and suspension components that would form the basis of a highly successful series of Le Mans class-winning sports prototypes and index of performance from the mid-1950s onwards. In 1961 the partnership split, Deutsch continuing with Panhard-based cars while Bonnet turned to Renault. One of Bonnet's first offerings was the stylish Djet, one of the first ever mid-engined road cars, though most examples ended up on the racetrack. A French motoring milestone, the Djet was powered by a 1,100cc Renault engine producing 70bhp in standard trim or 95bhp with Gordini tune, while beneath the typically slippery glassfibre coachwork there was a tubular backbone chassis, all round independent suspension, and four-wheel disc brakes. The René Bonnet is certainly a car for the cognoscenti, not to be confused with the later and differing Matra, Just 181 René Bonnet's were produced. This Djet II has belonged to motoring historian and author David Blumlein since he imported the car in the early 1990s. He purchased the car from Patrick Roux in Lyon who had used the car for regional rallying. Since its arrival in the UK, the Djet has been stored, run and used by Andrew Owler of the Matra Enthusiasts' Club. Dated July 2020, Classic Assessments' report on file states the vehicle appears to be in good condition externally, with paintwork re-sprayed at some time. The interior likewise was said to be in good order, including the seats, door trims and dashboard. The report continues: 'Mechanically, the original engine type has been overhauled and bored out to 1149cc and two twin choke Weber carburettors have been fitted. The engine, transmission, brakes, steering and suspension are reported as being in very good working order and having undergone considerable reconditioning and overhaul. The vehicle is considered to be a well prepared and highly useable example...'. Other noteworthy features include a close-ratio gearbox and a 'quick' steering rack. While it does not retain its original engine, the engine fitted is the correct type and benefits from a Gordini cross-flow cylinder head. Featured in Classic Car magazine's November 2007 edition (photocopy available), this delightful French rarity is offered with numerous bills for servicing work carried out over the years, a fresh MoT and a quantity of old MoTs and assorted correspondence.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
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One owner from new2014 Ferrari F12 BerlinettaRegistration no. Not RegisteredChassis no. ZFF74UHT0F204879Offered without reserve•Built in 2014 and purchased in 2017•Left-hand drive•Well optionedFootnotes:Introduced to the motoring public at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show, the Ferrari F12 replaced the 599 family of front-engined Gran Turismos. '... the company has thrown everything at it to ensure it's vastly quicker than its seminal predecessor, but also that it's more enjoyable at low speeds' declared evo magazine, continuing: 'It claims to be both GT and supercar, mixing front-engined packaging and civility with exotic, F1-inspired dynamic ability.' Ferrari's gorgeous new Berlinetta was soon garnering critical accolades, being voted 'Supercar of the Year 2012' by Top Gear magazine, and in 2014 receiving the coveted 'Premio Compasso d'Oro ADI', one of the world's oldest and most prestigious design awards. It is an oft-stated cliché that 'the heart of every Ferrari is its engine', and the F12's 6.3-litre, 65-degree, normally aspirated V12 is acknowledged as one of the finest ever, winning the 'Best Performance' and 'Best Engine above 4.0 litres' categories in the 2013 'International Engine of the Year Awards'. With 730bhp on tap, this class-leading power unit - one of the most powerful every installed in a Ferrari road car – delivers stupendous performance, propelling the F12 to 100km/h (62mph) in 3.1 seconds on its way to a top speed of 211mph. Around Ferrari's Fiorano test track, the F12 proved to be 3.5 seconds quicker that the preceding 599 GTB and 2.0 seconds quicker than the mid-engined Enzo; even the hardcore 599 GTO was slower. And all that from a comfortable and civilised Gran Turismo.But these days even a supercar has to make the odd concession in the interests of fuel economy, and with this in mind the F12 incorporated Ferrari's HELE stop/start system that reduces consumption when idling. Paddle shifters mounted on the steering wheel – an innovation pioneered by Ferrari in Formula 1 - had long been a feature of the Maranello marque's road cars, and the F12's controlled a seven-speed dual-clutch semi-automatic transmission. Stability, traction control, suspension, and other settings were also controlled from the F12's steering wheel, while improved carbon-ceramic brakes helped keep things in check. The engine/transmission package was mounted in an aluminium spaceframe chassis - developed by Ferrari's close neighbours and long-time collaborators, Carrozzeria Scaglietti – that represented significant gains in rigidity and weight reduction when compared with the preceding 599 GTB. As one would expect of a modern-day Ferrari supercar, the F12 came with the latest in driver aids as standard: ABS, SCM-E magnetorheological suspension, electronic limited-slip differential, ESP Premium stability control, and F1-Trac traction control. Styled by the Ferrari Styling Centre and Carrozzeria Pininfarina, the F12's voluptuous body restated the traditional 'long bonnet, small cabin, short tail' look in a manner suggesting muscular horsepower while retaining all the elegance associated with the Italian coachbuilder's work for Maranello. A significant aerodynamic development was the 'Aero Bridge': an under-body air channel running from front to rear that increased down force while exerting less drag than an external wing. 'Active Brake Cooling' ducts had been adopted for the same reason; opening only when the brakes required cooling while remaining closed at other times to reduce aerodynamic drag. The result was a remarkably low drag coefficient of only 0.299. Based on that of the Ferrari FF, the 'Frau leather' interior featured aluminium, Alutex, and carbon fibre trim. The F12's optional accessories were extensive, though pricey. Finished in Bianco Avus with Rosso Ferrari leather interior, this superb example was built it 2014 and sold via the local Ferrari agent to the current vendor – we understand as a new car – on 20th June 2017. Specification highlights include:Alcantara headliningRed brake callipers Cruise control Leather parcel shelfColoured upper dashboardHeat insulating windscreenWhite rev counterFire extinguisher'Scuderia Ferrari' shields Interior/exterior electro-chromic mirrorsParking camera Full electric seats Coloured steering wheel in Rosso Ferrari20' dark painted forged wheelsTyre pressure measurementSpare wheel kit 20'Representing a wonderful opportunity to own one of Ferrari's all-time great, front-engined supercars, this stunning F12 comes with copies of the sales invoice and specification sheets. The F12 has been on static display since acquisition and will require recommissioning prior to road use. Please also note the Lot will attract 20% import VAT if it is to remain in the UK.Lot to be sold without reserve.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: Ω NΩ VAT on imported items at the prevailing rate on Hammer Price and Buyer's Premium.N MOTORCYCLESIf purchased by a UK resident, this machine is subject to a NOVA declaration, whilst the responsibility of submitting the NOVA rests with the Buyer to do so, Bonhams will facilitate the process by engaging an agent (SHIPPIO) to undertake the NOVA and C88 (customs) application if applicable on the Buyer's behalf. A fee of £125 + VAT to do so will be added to the Buyer's invoice.CARSIf purchased by a UK resident, this machine is subject to a NOVA declaration, whilst the responsibility of submitting the NOVA rests with the Buyer to do so, Bonhams will facilitate the process by engaging an agent (CARS) to undertake the NOVA on the Buyer's behalf. A fee of £250 + VAT to do so will be added to the Buyer's invoice.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
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One owner from new2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG CoupéRegistration no. Not RegisteredChassis no. WMX1973771A002681Offered without reserve•Built to Swiss market specification•Circa 50 km on the odometer •Automatic transmission•Well specifiedFootnotes:'For anyone wishing to give their Mercedes that extra personal touch, Mercedes-AMG GmbH has just the answers. The Daimler-Chrysler subsidiary offers the combined experience of Mercedes-Benz and AMG in the field of high-quality enhancements for Mercedes-Benz passenger cars and puts the emphasis firmly on individuality when creating the customer's dream Mercedes.' - Mercedes-AMG GmbH.AMG, which is now the official performance division of Mercedes-Benz, has a long history of producing high-performance derivatives of Mercedes' standard production vehicles, and these improved versions enjoy an enthusiastic following world-wide, with prominent figures of the motorsports, entertainment, sport, and business communities being counted among aficionados. 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 car to be designed in-house by AMG. A collectors' item from the day it was announced, the newcomer 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 Mercedes-Benz'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 mainly aluminium construction, the SLS (Sport Licht Super) was powered by a 6.2-litre V8 engine producing 563bhp initially (572bhp in the car offered here) - the most powerful normally aspirated production car engine of its day - while the seven-speed 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 low weight (3,573lbs) helped the car lap the Mercedes-Benz test track quicker than its SLR McLaren predecessor. Not surprisingly, given its pedigree, the SLS AMG proved very popular with racing drivers, Formula 1 World Champion Lewis Hamilton among them, while the list of celebrity owners includes Eddie Murphy, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Al Pacino, Roger Federer, Sylvester Stallone, and Tom Hanks. Several limited edition versions were introduced, including a GT3 racer, leading up to the SLS AMG GT Final Edition of 2014. 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.A 2011 model built to Swiss market specification, this left-hand drive example was ordered new by the current vendor in 2010 and has covered only a relative handful of kilometres since delivery. Highlights of its mouth-watering specification include the following:Seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmissionReversing cameraGarage door openerLED daytime driving lightsAuto dimming interior and driver's side mirrorsMemory kit (seats, steering column, mirrors)AMG performance steering wheelTyre pressure controlElectrical folding exterior mirrorsAnti-theft warning deviceAutomatic climate controlCOMAND APS with DVD changerMedia interface (UCI)Headlamp cleaning systemBang & Olufsen Beo SoundInterior monitoring systemBi-xenon headlampsEmission control system with EU5 technologyFinished in Alubeam Silver (Metallic) with Designo Exclusive natural leather/light brown woven leather interior, this collectible modern Mercedes is offered with a copy of the sales receipt listing its specification in full. The SLS AMG has been on static display since acquisition and will require recommissioning prior to road use. Please also note the Lot will attract 20% import VAT if it is to remain in the UK.Lot to be sold without reserve.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: Ω NΩ VAT on imported items at the prevailing rate on Hammer Price and Buyer's Premium.N MOTORCYCLESIf purchased by a UK resident, this machine is subject to a NOVA declaration, whilst the responsibility of submitting the NOVA rests with the Buyer to do so, Bonhams will facilitate the process by engaging an agent (SHIPPIO) to undertake the NOVA and C88 (customs) application if applicable on the Buyer's behalf. A fee of £125 + VAT to do so will be added to the Buyer's invoice.CARSIf purchased by a UK resident, this machine is subject to a NOVA declaration, whilst the responsibility of submitting the NOVA rests with the Buyer to do so, Bonhams will facilitate the process by engaging an agent (CARS) to undertake the NOVA on the Buyer's behalf. A fee of £250 + VAT to do so will be added to the Buyer's invoice.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
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The ex-David Shale, Tony Lanfranchi, Arthur Carter1955 Austin-Healey 100S Sports-Racing Two-SeaterRegistration no. EVV 106Chassis no. AHS 3509•One of only four UK-supplied examples•Extensive in-period competition history•Extensively documented from new•Part of the Arthur Carter Collection for 42 years•Present ownership since 2014Footnotes:'The prime motive of all our competition motoring was to generate publicity that would increase sales of the production model, the '100'... We were under pressure from distributors, particularly in America, to build specially prepared cars to meet demands from customers.' – Geoffrey Healey, The Healey Story. Thus was born the fabled 100S, one of the rarest and most highly sought after of all Austin-Healey sports cars. Donald Healey's stylish Austin-Healey 100 had caused a sensation when it debuted at the 1952 London Motor Show. Intended as a low-cost, high-performance, limited production sports car and aimed at the US market, which took almost 100% of production initially, the Austin-Healey 100 sourced its major components from the Austin Atlantic saloon. In fact, the car first appeared at Earls Court badged as a 'Healey Hundred' and was re-badged 'Austin-Healey' while still on its stand after Austin boss Leonard Lord bought the rights to the design. It was just as well that he did, for Healey would take over 3,000 orders during the Show yet his company had never made more than 200 cars in a single year!Lord had been happy to agree to supply Austin Atlantic components as the model had not been selling well in its intended market - the USA - and was scheduled for deletion. Low-revving and torquey, the Atlantic's 2,660cc four-cylinder engine produced an unremarkable 90bhp but when installed in the lighter and more streamlined Healey the result was a genuine 100mph-plus car capable of reaching 60mph in under 11 seconds. A three-speed gearbox equipped with overdrive on the top two ratios was an unusual feature of the original BN1, which was superseded by the short-lived, conventional four-speed BN2 for 1956. In 1953 a team of drivers including Donald Healey and George Eyston set a host of international and AMA speed records at Utah's Bonneville Salt Flats driving two Healey 100s. Highlights including a maximum speed of 143.626mph and 1,000 kilometres at an average of 127.00mph achieved by the tuned car and 24 hours at an average of 104.3mph set by the AMA-selected 'off-the-showroom-floor' example. A muscular sports car to delight the purist, the 100 was not bettered by its six-cylinder successors in terms of outright performance until the introduction of the Austin-Healey 3000 in 1959. The project that would culminate in the 100S model began in 1953 when the factory began preparing the Austin-Healey 100 for competition. Dunlop disc brakes were one of the first important upgrades, followed in 1954 by the adoption of a Weslake-designed, 'single-port', aluminium cylinder head. Instead of the three-speed overdrive gearbox of the standard production model, the 100S was fitted with the new C-series four-speed unit. Healey's body suppliers, Jensen, built the 100S bodies in aluminium, the slightly different frontal treatment with its smaller oval radiator intake having been arrived at during development. There was no weather equipment, merely a low Perspex windscreen, while another of the model's distinctive features was its seats with their vertically slotted backs. A 20-gallon fuel tank filled the boot. Weighing 2,960lb (891kg) and with a claimed 132bhp on tap from its tuned engine, the 100S was good for a top speed of around 130mph (210km/h). When a prototype driven by Lance Macklin and George Huntoon finished an excellent 3rd overall at the Sebring 12-Hour Race in March 1954, it seemed only logical that the competition version should be called the 100S. The new car was premiered at the London Motor Show in October 1954 with deliveries commencing in February '55. Austin-Healey's contemporary advertising made much of the recent successful speed record attempt at Bonneville, Utah where a prototype had run for 24 hours, averaging 132.2mph. Excluding prototypes and 'Special Test Cars' to 100S specification, only 55 production versions were made, all being completed during 1955 and all with right-hand drive, most of which were despatched new to the USA. At most only 38 are believed to survive today.During the 1950s the Austin-Healey 100S was most accessible, most appealing and in many cases the most successful club-racing car available to any aspiring racing driver. This particularly appealing, and highly successful in period, Austin-Healey 100S is a shining example of the type. It has an outstanding record as a club-racing contender over a seven-year period from 1955 to 1962. 'EVV 106' was distinguished almost from new by two distinctive features. Firstly – as required by first owner David Shale – the car was equipped with an Aston Martin gearbox during production. And within days of its delivery to David Shale in February 1955 he had its paintwork changed from the standard Old English White over Lobelia Blue to British Racing Green, a colour that it wears to this day. The car was first UK road registered on 2nd March 1955, and evidence of its early paint change survives in a photograph of the car taken at one of its maiden outings in Mr Shale's hands, at the British Empire Trophy meeting at Oulton Park in April 1955.From 1955 to the present day, 'EVV 106' has had only seven owners: David Shale (1955-57), Mike Kellett (1957-58), the future multiple British club-racing champion Tony Lanfranchi (1958-1960), and the last of its great club-racing owners Derek Buller-Sinfield (1961-62). The retired warhorse was then acquired by Norfolk farmer-cum-noted Austin-Healey collector Arthur Carter, in whose hands it was preserved and maintained for the following 42 years, before being acquired by the immediately preceding owner in 2004. Furthermore, 'EVV 106' is one of only four 100S models originally sold and raced in the UK home market, and has the distinction of being domiciled in the UK since new.David Shale drove the car in its club racing debut outing at Goodwood Motor Circuit on 26th March 1955, finishing 2nd, and on 30th May 1956 took a 3rd place at the short-lived Davidstow aerodrome circuit in Cornwall. After failing to finish in the higher-level British Empire Trophy race meeting in April, he recorded four fine race wins, the first at Aintree and subsequently three at Silverstone. Never averse to compiling many road miles on the way to (and from) club race meetings around the British mainland he also achieved 2nd-place finishes at Brands Hatch in Kent, Mallory Park in Leicestershire, Snetterton in Norfolk and Davidstow. He also added a 3rd place at Brands Hatch and two more at Silverstone to the car's growing list of club race laurels. David Shale finished the season as runner-up in the 1956 Autosport Championship.The car was then acquired by second owner Mike Kellett, in whose hands a 2nd place was achieved at Croft in September 1957 and a 3rd at Marston Moor, followed in 1958 by 2nd and 4th-place results at Full Sutton, the very fast Yorkshire aerodrome circuit. Overall, it was raced at least 18 times in his ownership and remained a competitive contender against newer opposition.Tony Lanfranchi, from Huddersfield, then acquired the car and learned much about his chosen sport in it before going on to become one of the most colourful characters of the British and international motor racing scene. In 'EVV 106' he won the 1959 Catterick hill-climb, and 3rd places in the Burton Sprint and at the Mallory Park circuit. Derek Buller-Sinfield continued the Healey's regular competition career into 1962, at which time it was acquired as one of the foun... For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
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Property of a Deceased Estate1933 Talbot AV95/AV105 Alpine Team Car ReplicaRegistration no. EP 5451Chassis no. 35071•Effective pre-war rally car•Converted to AV105 Alpine Team Car specification by Ian Polson•Used on numerous Continental rallies•Requires re-commissioningFootnotes:Talbot's reputation for producing highly effective competition cars owed a lot to the efforts of the Tolworth based motor dealership and racing preparation specialists, Fox & Nicholl, which looked after the works team from the beginning of 1930 to the end of 1932. The Fox & Nicholl Talbot 90s had dominated the 3-Litre class in prestigious international events such as the Le Mans 24-Hour race, despite displacing only 2.3 litres. For 1931, designer Georges Roesch produced a new car with a full 3-litre engine, which was lighter than its 2.3-litre predecessor and featured much larger valves in a staggered layout, giving improved breathing, the new model being named the AV105.Famously registered 'GO 51' to 'GO 54' consecutively, the four Fox & Nicholl Talbot 105s enjoyed an outstanding run of successes during the 1931 and 1932 seasons. Highlights of the latter included 1st, 2nd and 3rd in class at the Brooklands 'Double Twelve' in 1931; 3rd overall at Le Mans and 1st un-supercharged car in 1931 and 1932; 1st, 2nd and 3rd in class in the Brooklands 500 in 1931 and 1st and 2nd in 1932; and 1st and 2nd in class at the TT in 1931 and 1932. There was also a glorious failure in the Mille Miglia in 1932 when a lone entry crashed after 900 miles when in 4th place overall.In addition to its racetrack successes, the AV105 proved to be a formidable rally car. Roesch had always tested his cars in the Alps so it was no surprise when journalist Humfrey Symons borrowed an example to compete in the 1931 Coupe des Alpes (Alpine Rally). He lost no marks and won a Coupe des Glaciers, the highest possible award for a single entry. The following year a more serious bid was mounted and a team of three tourer-bodied AV105s were prepared for the 1932 event by Fox and Nicholl. These cars were extremely successful, finishing without any penalties, and winning the Coupe des Alpes outright. Another AV105 team, this time with paired down cycle winged four-seater bodies (the famous 'BGH'-registered cars) repeated the feat in 1934. The 'BGH' cars were the ultimate development of the competition Talbot and as such arguably represent the ultimate pre-war British racing sports car. Originally an AV95 saloon, this car was bought in the 1990s by renowned marque specialist Ian Polson from Talbot historian James Fack, who had found it on the Welsh coast. By then the car had already lost its body but was fundamentally a good, very complete, low-mileage example. Since a 95 is very close to an AV105 - it only has a taller radiator and slightly longer wheelbase - the decision was made to fully restore the car and convert it into a replica of the very successful 'BGH' team cars from the 1934 Alpine Trial. This was done as accurately as possible: lower radiator and bulkhead, and chassis shortened to 9' 6', these works being done in 1998 when the car was sold to the late owner. The Polsons finished the project for the owner in 2001 (see invoices and correspondence on file). Subsequent work and maintenance was carried out on the car by various specialists local to the deceased. Since its completion, the Talbot has been used on numerous Continental rallies including the Coppa Milano, Route of St James, etc. Unused for the last couple of years due to ill health, 'EP' will require re-commissioning before serious use. When inspected recently, the car started readily and ran cleanly on all six cylinders, displaying good oil pressure. The car was driven for a short distance in first and reverse and appeared to perform nicely.Now as then, a 'BGH' Alpine Team Car replica is an excellent pre-war-era rally car, ideally suited to popular events such as the Flying Scotsman, Shamrock, and 1000 Mile Trial rallies.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
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1971 Aston Martin DB6 Mark 2 Sports SaloonRegistration no. Not UK RegisteredChassis no. DB6MK2/4320/ROffered without reserve•One of only 240 DB6 Mark 2s built•Original colour combination•Present ownership since 2009Footnotes:In 1958 Aston Martin introduced its DB4 model, the first of a line which culminated in the DB6 built between 1965 and 1969. A key factor in the success of the DB6's DB4 progenitor was general manager John Wyer's decision that the new car be styled in Italy, rather than by the works, and the commission was superbly executed by Touring of Milan. The platform chassis was the work of Aston Martin's chief engineer Harold Beach, while the new twin overhead camshaft engine had been conceived by his colleague, Tadek Marek, and race tested in the DBR2 before its production debut in the DB4. With the arrival of the DB5 in 1963, engine capacity was upped, by enlarging the bore from 92 to 96mm, from 3.7 to 4.0 litres and this power unit was carried over to the DB6 for 1966. Power output on triple SU carburettors was 282bhp, rising to 325bhp in Vantage specification on triple Webers. Borg-Warner automatic transmission was offered alongside the standard ZF five-speed manual gearbox, and for the first time power-assisted steering was an option.The DB6 differed from its predecessors in having a longer wheelbase, which, at 8' 5¾', was 3¾' longer than that of the DB5. This meant more room for rear passengers, making the DB6 more of a family man's car, and helped it sell better than the earlier models in the series. The bodywork was distinctive, with a slightly higher roofline than the DB4 and DB5, and featured an aerodynamically efficient, abbreviated 'Kamm' tail. In the summer of 1969 the Mark 2 DB6 was announced in saloon and convertible versions. Distinguishable by its flared wheelarches and DBS wheels, the DB6 Mark 2 came with power-assisted steering as standard and could be ordered with AE Brico electronic fuel injection. When DB6 production ceased in 1970, a total of 1,567 saloons had been made, only 240 of which were to Mark 2 specification.First registered on 16th March 1971, this late DB6 Mark 2 was first registered (as 'EPY 501J') to S F Craggs Esq of East Yorkshire, while the AMOC Register records a subsequent registration as 'GPE 650J'. The car was built with the optional Borg Warner automatic transmission, and left the factory finished in the classic combination of Silver Birch with black Connolly leather interior. Purchased from marque specialist Desmond Smail in September 2009, the Aston is offered with copies of the sales invoice, factory guarantee form, and its last - and expired as it has been exported - V5C Registration Certificate.This rare MK2 has been on static display for a number of years and will require recommissioning prior to road use. Please also note the Lot will attract the reduced 5% import tariff if it is to remain in the UK.Lot to be sold without reserve.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: * N* VAT on imported items at a preferential rate of 5% on Hammer Price and the prevailing rate on Buyer's Premium.N MOTORCYCLESIf purchased by a UK resident, this machine is subject to a NOVA declaration, whilst the responsibility of submitting the NOVA rests with the Buyer to do so, Bonhams will facilitate the process by engaging an agent (SHIPPIO) to undertake the NOVA and C88 (customs) application if applicable on the Buyer's behalf. A fee of £125 + VAT to do so will be added to the Buyer's invoice.CARSIf purchased by a UK resident, this machine is subject to a NOVA declaration, whilst the responsibility of submitting the NOVA rests with the Buyer to do so, Bonhams will facilitate the process by engaging an agent (CARS) to undertake the NOVA on the Buyer's behalf. A fee of £250 + VAT to do so will be added to the Buyer's invoice.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
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