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Registration : BHJ 242J Chassis Number : 8086 Engine Number : 40380 Odometer reading : 95,561 km Estimate : £45,000 - £55,000 Lamborghini wanted to include a four seat, grand tourer to the model line-up which included the Miura and the 400GT; this came to fruition in the Spring of 1968 when the Espada was exhibited at the Geneva Salon. A very distinctive design by Marcello Gandini of Bertone, it was radical in appearance yet extremely practical. The name 'Espada' means 'sword' in Spanish, referring to the sword that bullfighters use to kill the bulls. With 150mph performance from the 3.9-litre, V12 engine, five speed gearbox, chassis-mounted rear axle and all-independent, coil spring suspension, the car was built as a high performance supercar. The interior was altered dramatically between each model. An all new dashboard and steering wheel was installed for the S2 and the interior was again revamped for the S3. This lefthand drive Series Two Espada was manufactured on October 1st, 1970 and benefits from being one of the last Series Two's to be built with the glorious Muira centre spinner Campagnolo wheels, and the Series One rear lamps. It was delivered on October 15, 1970 to Lamborauto of Turin and sold to Ms. Zutinic Radmila who owned the car until 1972. The second owner, Roberto Jaime Gourlay, purchased the car in Turin in 1972 and was working as a buyer for the Canadian Forces Exchange Stores in Lahr, Germany. He had a Department of National Defence driver's licence and was able to register the Espada with the Canadian Forces and not with the German TUV and so the car had DND Canadian licence plates in Germany. When Roberto departed Lahr and set up business in Frankfurt, he had to change the Canadian (CDN) plates for German duty free plates and continued to enjoy the car. He then went to work in Spain where the authorities let him drive the car on tourist plates as long as he held a valid work and residence permit. When the permit ended however, the Spanish authorities insisted he had to register on Spanish plates and demanded a considerable fee. At this point, he decided to leave Spain within the week and drove back to Germany. His intention was to sell the Espada but as the German economy was not in good shape, he drove it to the UK where the car was sold to a wealthy horse dealer and saddler, Kenneth Lyndon-Dyres, of Maidstone, Kent. It was first registered in the UK on 10th May, 1976 having had four owners by this time. It was then shipped to California with the intention of selling but did not meet the emission regulations and so was shipped back by a Don Kay of Croydon who bought it in the USA. It was then acquired by a Michael Percy of Piddington, High Wycombe on 23rd September 1980. We believe it was owned by him until 1986 at which time, the engine dropped a valve and the car was bought by Thoroughbred Sports Cars, Whitney, Oxfordshire. The engine was removed and the body re-painted from Azzurro Mexico (light blue) to red. It then remained with the engine out until the vendor decided it was time to rescue her and bought the car on 10th February, 1989. David Eaton had wanted an Espada since first seeing the car in magazines in the late 60's and had joined the Lamborghini club in 1988. Being just 44 inches high (the car not the vendor), and so long and wide, this spectacular four-seat shape had completely hooked him. It is important to note that the decision to buy was based on being able to see the body shell and chassis were rust free and a desire to rebuild a Lamborghini V12. It took seven years to take the car back to bare metal and then two-pack the complete underneath (still in excellent condition) as well as rebuild the suspension and, of course, that fabulous V12 engine. The engine has the original pistons and bores but was rebuilt with new rings, chains, shells, and gaskets at 77,000km. The paint you see has been on the car since 1986. She was back on the road in 1996 and has clocked-up approximately 18,000 trouble free kilometres. More recently, she has been back to the factory for the Murcielago launch in Germany and numerous trips up and down the UK. It has also been to the 50th anniversary timeline in London and the Silverstone Classics 2013 and 2014. But after 26 years of ownership, a difficult decision was made to sell her; as another classic racing car project beckons. Presented with a full year's MoT test certificate and a new set of Pirelli tyres, it is with a heavy heart that one man's passion is now available.  

Registration : AOD 789A Chassis Number : 878572 Engine Number : R4281-9 Odometer reading : 80,806 miles Estimate : £78,000 - £90,000 Rather like gold and property, there are a number of other investment vehicles (excuse the pun) that can be relied upon within the classic car market. Cars that, when tracked, prescribe a curve that can not only be relied upon to remain even and constant but also offer the investor a reasonably dependable return. Where it differs from more conventional investments is that it accelerates to 60mph in 7.6 seconds, has a top speed of 153mph and represents one of the most beautiful objects ever penned by a human being. Behind the wheel, the visceral experience is exquisite, women think you are intoxicating and the simple pride of ownership is one that overrides even an Applecorp share certificate. It's a constant wonder to me that not everyone has a Jaguar E-Type. The pinnacle, of course, is the first incarnation of the model, the Series I and it is an extremely well restored one that is presented here today. It was acquired in a partially restored state approximately three years ago by the vendor, himself something of a specialist in this field but probably better known for dominating the XK racing scene for the last twenty years. Under Trevor Grooms critical eye, the car was completely stripped, painted and rebuilt. All bright-work was re-chromed and the braking system was completely re-worked (with new piping). The rear differential now has a rebuilt 3.31 power lock system and the gearbox has a clean bill of health. A new clutch, fuel pump & lines and complete new wiring harness has been fitted. The engine has been completely rebuilt with electronic ignition, rebuilt dynamo and overhauled radiator. The front suspension, shock absorbers, steering rack (and mounts) are all rebuilt, have new bushes and refitted and all finished off with a brand new stainless steel exhaust. Whilst the mechanics are fully sorted, the interior has not been neglected. Completely re-trimmed, as you would expect, with new seats and runners, new hood and hood cover and, most unusually, a factory hardtop is also included. This description gives only a brief insight into the works carried out, further inspection of the history file will show additional details such as the addition of a new battery and cut-off, rebuilt heater box and associated pipe work and a new aluminium dash kit amongst many others. So, properly restored, a matching numbers car and the model and configuration to own, use or collect. 

Registration : FIB8801 Chassis Number : ZFFSA17JAP0076215 Engine Number : 11638 Odometer reading : 24,700 miles Estimate : £72,000 - £82,000 Ferrari unveiled the new Testarossa at the 1984 Paris Motor Show marking the end of production of the Boxer, the car that had been the flagship 12-cylinder Ferrari model for the previous ten years. Styled by Pininfarina, the Testarossa paid homage to the great 50s sports racer that originally bore the name, simply translating as 'Red Head'; the rocker covers being painted red. The mid-engine, rear wheel drive configuration allowed the center of gravity to be positioned in the middle of the car, with a weight distribution ratio of 40% front and 60% rear, thus achieving excellent cornering and road holding ability. The Testarossa was produced with 16'' five-spoke 'Star' alloy wheels and disc brakes fitted all round; with 309mm discs at the front and 310mm discs at the rear. The Testarossa was larger than its Boxer predecessor; six inches wider and some 2½ inches longer which allowed more leg room. In addition, the temperature inside the cockpit was reduced as twin radiators were mounted in the rear; unlike the Boxer, where the single front mounted radiator had plumbing from the bonnet to the engine behind the seats, which made the cabin very hot, especially on a warm day. The distinctive side vents were as useful as they were visually striking, allowing excellent engine ventilation, whilst contributing to the car's unique styling. This truly excellent 1988 Ferrari Testarossa was imported from Japan in 1998 and has been in two private collections since, the current vendor having purchased the car in 2012. Whilst in his ownership, it has been maintained by well-known Ferrari specialists based in Berkshire who have undertaken the most recent work to the car; a cam belt service and MoT test, in May 2015. This Ferrari Testarossa is finished in 'Nero Metallico' with black leather interior and is supplied with a V5C registration document, MoT test certificate valid until May 2016 and some recent invoices. Ferraris from this period have become very collectable with superb examples such as this one are becoming harder to find making them a great investment as they will continue to increase in value. 

Registration : SSU 788 Chassis Number : S827638DN Engine Number : V76068 Estimate : £65,000 - £72,000 This 1960 Jaguar XK150 SE has been in the same ownership since 1988 and is now being offered as part of a deceased estate. Although bearing a family resemblance to the XK120 and XK140, the XK150 was radically revised. A one-piece windscreen replaced the split screen, and the wing line no longer dropped so deeply at the doors. The front parking lights, which were located at the top of the wings, featured a red light to remind the driver the lights were on. Mechanically, the 3.4 litre DOHC Jaguar straight six engine was rated at 180 SAE bhp at 5750 rpm but most cars were fitted with the SE engine whose modified cylinder head (B type) and larger exhaust valves boosted the power to a claimed 210 SAE bhp at 5500 rpm. Twin 1.75-inch (44 mm) SU HD6 carburettors were fitted. The suspension and chassis were very similar to the XK140, and steering was by rack and pinion. According to the original buff log book, the Jaguar was first registered in September 1960, in Kirkowen, Belfast and only four keepers are recorded including the deceased gentleman who remains the last name on the log book. It is rare to find an XK that has been for the most part unmolested and has certainly not had the soul restored out of it. There are a very few blemishes to the coachwork which is resplendent in white and certainly shows off the excellent chrome work and chrome wire wheels. The interior has also been untouched and, although the red leather has that certain patina, the interior is in very good order and serviceable. As well as the original buff log book and instruction manual, the history file shows works carried out by the Jaguar specialists M. Barclay and Hoffman's of Henley amongst others. Since purchase by its enthusiastic owner in 1988, this XK150 DHC has been well loved and cared for, only being used on dry days for trips to local car shows and occasions. We are advised that this Jaguar will arrive at the sale with a current UK V5 registration document and a fresh MoT test certificate. This Jaguar XK150 SE DHC offers the chance to own a very honest and largely original car that is not often found these days.  

Registration : 433YUY Chassis Number : 875976 Engine Number : R2455-9 Odometer reading : 21,224 miles Estimate : £140,000 - £160,000 Launched at the 1961 Geneva Motor Show, the Jaguar E-Type was nothing short of a revelation. With its heady blend of supercar performance, breathtaking styling and low price tag, the newcomer left rivals reeling and customers clamouring. Early sportscar racing success at the hands of Graham Hill and Roy Salvadori amongst others helped cement its reputation. Built as a monocoque with a front sub-frame to cradle the engine, the model's combination of all-round independent suspension rack and pinion steering and four-wheel disc brakes gave it excellent road holding and handling capabilities. Achingly beautiful yet viciously quick, the E-type remains for many the ultimate production Jaguar. This lefthand drive 1961 Series I, 'Flat Floor', E-type roadster was supplied new in November 1961 to a Mr. E.M. Crissly of Atlanta Georgia via the New York Jaguar Dealership. Mr. Crissly sold the car after less than a year in 1962 to John Alexander, a resident in San Antonio. From this point onwards the car would remain in the warm climate of Texas until being repatriated to the UK in 2013. Mr Alexander kept the car for 20 years and the third owner, Robert Carter of Houston, had the car for 31 years from 1982 to 2013. This history is validated by a Texas title document and the Jaguar Heritage Certificate. Since arriving back in the UK, the car has been treated to a ground up restoration by the Jaguar Specialists, Fullbridge Restorations in Essex which included a bare metal repaint in the car's original colour of Carmen red and all new black trim. This Series I E-Type is supplied with a V5C registration document, an MoT test certificate which expires in May 2016 and copies of the Heritage Certificate and Texas title. This is an opportunity to purchase not only the most sought after E-type model - the 3.8 litre, 'flat floor' - but one which has been beautifully restored to the original specification. 

Registration : AMO 231J Chassis Number : CRH8349 Engine Number : 8349 Estimate : £40,000 - £45,000 Rolls-Royce Motors formed Mulliner Park Ward by the 1961 merger of two Rolls-Royce subsidiaries: Park Ward of Willesden, London, a Rolls-Royce subsidiary since 1939 and H. J. Mulliner & Co. of Chiswick, a Rolls-Royce subsidiary since 1959. Mulliner Park Ward continues to operate as the vehicle customization division of Bentley Motors Limited, the successor of Rolls-Royce Motors. The Corniche was a development of the Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow with the two door variants of that model marketed as the 'Silver Shadow Mulliner Park Ward' two-door fixedhead coupé, the very handsome coachwork design was by John Polwhele Blatchley. The model was assembled and finished in London at Mulliner Park Ward as continuation of the 1965 Silver Shadow coupé, the Corniche name was applied from 1971 for all two-door coupés. The car used the standard Rolls-Royce V8 6750cc engine, with an aluminium-silicon alloy block and aluminium cylinder heads with cast iron wet cylinder liners mated to a three-speed automatic transmission from General Motors. This incredibly handsome 2-door Rolls-Royce was supplied by Lex Mead of Weybridge on 23rd October 1970 at a cost of £8,658 and has only had three owners in total during its' 45 years on the road. The car has only covered 37,000 miles in total and this is warranted by a great history file. Described as 'like driving your favourite armchair', the level of comfort from this Rolls-Royce is what is expected from such a premium marque. The silver coachwork is in excellent condition as is the sumptuous rich red interior. Supplied with a V5 registration document and an MoT test certificate valid until 21st November 2015, rarely do such splendid examples as this come to market. 

Registration : ONW 129 Chassis Number : 51739 Engine Number : 51739 Estimate : £6,000 - £12,000 The highly esteemed Daimler Motor Co. Ltd. of Coventry, England introduced its superb DE36 ultra luxury-car chassis in 1946. The firm was, at the time, just returning to car production after a six-year hiatus brought about by World War II. It had all the qualities of silence and dignity of which Daimler is a synonymous with; speed, acceleration and roadholding. British royalty used several DE36 cars, as England's Daimler had long been the motorcar of choice for the nation's Royal family. According to the DE Registry website, additional royal first owners included the King of Thailand, Ethiopian Emperor Haile Selassie, the King of Afghanistan and the Prince and Princess of Monaco. One of just six built, this imposing and well built example razor-edged, close-coupled touring limousine coachwork by specialist, Freestone & Webb. ONW129 was purchased new by the Bishop of Leeds who, in turn, sold it to a wedding hire company in Wales. It was then sold on privately through a small ad in the Times in the mid to late 1960s to Mr. Rupert Spink. It was used by them right up until 1977 when it then passed to noted Daimler Historian, Brian Smith where it featured in his acclaimed, two-volume tome, 'Daimler Days'. Indeed it has also been described in another Dalton Watson publication as "the last of the great straight 8's" and "fairly undervalued". The car was complete but drab in its original black and navy blue faded paint and improvised interior trim, Rexine replacing leather and cloth. He then began a restoration exercise, mechanically it required little although later it suffered from a stuck valve and the head was sent it away for a professional overhaul. Part of the exhaust system was also replaced and new gaskets fitted to head and manifolds. The paintwork was rubbed down and made ready for its new colour scheme and the car then went to professional trimmers who completely renewed the interior. The interior woodwork was re-polished and re-chroming took place where necessary. With new tyres, it was then enjoyed and indeed went on to transport all three daughters to their respective weddings. In 2000, it was sold, in good running order, to Mike Batt in Upminster and then to the vendor shortly after. Recently overhauled and in running order, this splendid example is ready for some fine outings over the summer months. 

Registration : BYT111 Chassis Number : Z11399 Engine Number : 9567 Estimate : £165,000 - £185,000 The Lagonda car company was founded in 1906 in Staines, Middlesex by the American Wilbur Gunn (1859-1920), who named it after a river near his home town of Springfield, Ohio. Gunn had started out building motorcycles in the garden of his house in Staines with some success including winning the 1905 London to Edinburgh Trial. In 1907, he launched his first car and in 1910 won the Moscow to St Petersburg Trial driving a 16/18bhp model. Having established its reputation, Lagonda concentrated mainly on the production of light cars before reverting to sporting and luxury models in the mid-1920s with the introduction of the 14/60. This four-cylinder, two-litre model was joined in 1929 by the first Lagonda six-cylinder engine, the three-litre, but by the mid-1930s, the Meadows-engined cars were seen as the way forward. Introduced at the 1933 Olympia Show and based on the preceding ZM three-litre model, the M45 deployed Meadows' 4.5-litre, twin-plug six-cylinder to good effect with saloons being capable of reaching 90mph and tourers even hitting 'the ton' under favourable conditions! 'A short run on one of the first of the 4.5-litre Lagonda models, with an open four-seater body, left a vivid impression not only of brilliant acceleration and sheer performance, but of a car delightfully silent and easy running in a way that can be achieved to its fullest extent only by a big-engined machine working well inside its limits,' reported The Autocar in 1933. A team of three specially prepared short-chassis cars (effectively the soon-to-be-announced M45 Rapide) prepared by Lagonda main agents, Fox & Nicholls, performed creditably at the 1934 RAC Tourist Trophy at Ards and the following year, one of these TT cars driven by John Hindmarsh and Luis Fontes won the Le Mans 24-Hour endurance classic outright. Endowed with such an impeccable pedigree, the Lagonda 4.5-litre quickly established itself as a favourite among the wealthy sporting motorists of its day - World Land Speed Record holder, Sir Malcolm Campbell was one of many high-profile M45 owners - and over 70 years on, this model and the M45R Rapide in particular, remains a much sought after classic. The car offered here has been owned by two avid car collectors since 1963. The previous owner kept this T7 bodied M45 Rapide with two other Lagondas in his collection and used them regularly. He had actually started to restore this particular car in the late 1990s but unfortunately passed away before the final items could be completed. The current owner was a close family friend who had helped with the disposal of the vehicle collection. Consequently, that left this car which he purchased in 2002. He then completed the restoration which included completely rebuilding the engine and renewing the leather interior. In recent years, he has used it on the Irish Jubilee Rally and has taken it to the Le Mans Classic with both trips trouble free other a couple of punctures. The reliability of this car is such that, when it was consigned, the owner was planning to drive the car to Brooklands from South Wales. This M45 Rapide, with the original T7 touring body, is finished in blue with dark blue leather interior, black hood and side screens. It is supplied with a V5C registration document, a valid MoT test certificate and a file with continuous history going back to 1952. In the history file there is an invoice for an engine overhaul, completed in 1962 at the cost of a small flat. Lagonda cars have always upheld a reputation for effortless fast touring and the pride of ownership which fine detail work and distinguished coachbuilding can give. The 4.5-litre model retains these characteristics but scores considerably over its forebears by its high power-to-weight ratio. This Lagonda M45 Rapide is an exciting, ready-to-go, very well sorted driver with astonishing power and equally capable handling.  

Registration : WGU710F Chassis Number : 815431014274 Engine Number : 702425 Odometer reading : 6,800  Estimate : £9,000 - £12,000 Launched in 1961, the Flavia saloon maintained Lancia's enviable reputation for advanced and innovative automotive engineering. Designed by Antonio Fessia and inspired by his Cemsa prototype of 1947, the Flavia was Italy's first series-production car to employ front-wheel drive. Carried well forward of the front wheels, the engine was a 1,488cc, overhead-valve, horizontally-opposed, four-cylinder unit; suspension was independent at the front and by beam axle at the rear and there were dual-circuit, servo-assisted disc brakes all round. The saloon was joined by the shorter-wheelbase Pininfarina-styled coupé in 1962, the latter providing the basis for a convertible version by Vignale. An attractive four-seater sports car. This extremely handsome Flavia coupé was first registered on 28th December 1967 and is fitted with the more desirable 1800cc fuel injected engine. The blue coachwork is in good condition and is complemented by a burgundy interior, also in very good condition. We are advised WGU 710F drives very well, although the vendor has asked us to point out that the clutch judders and may need some attention. A good history file is supplied, along with a V5 registration document and an MoT test certificate valid until 5th September 2015. This righthand drive Lancia is a very good, thoroughly useable example, offering grace and style all in one. 

Registration : UU6 794 Chassis Number : FB3322 Engine Number : FB3325 Odometer reading : 30,808 miles Estimate : £525,000 - £575,000 W. O. Bentley proudly debuted the new 3-litre car bearing his name at the 1919 Olympia Motor Exhibition, the prototype engine having fired up for the first time just a few weeks earlier. In only mildly developed form, this was the model which was to become a legend in motor racing history and which, with its leather-strapped bonnet, classical radiator design and British Racing Green livery has become the archetypal vintage sportscar. The new 4½ litre model effectively employed the chassis, transmission and brakes of the 3 litre, combined with an engine that was in essence two-thirds of the six-cylinder 6½ litre unit. Thus the new four-cylinder motor retained the six's 100x140mm bore/stroke and Bentley's familiar four-valves-per-cylinder fixedhead architecture but reverted to the front-end vertical camshaft drive of the 3 litre. Bentley Motors lost no time in race-proving its new car. It is believed that the first prototype engine went into the 3 litre chassis of the 1927 Le Mans practice car. The original 4½ litre car, nicknamed by the team 'Old Mother Gun' and driven by Frank Clement and Leslie Callingham, promptly set the fastest race lap of 73.41mph before being eliminated in the infamous 'White House Crash' multiple pile-up. The 4½ litre was produced for four years, all but nine of the 665 cars made being built on the 3 litre's 'Long Standard', 10' 10"-wheelbase chassis. Purchasers of the 4½ litre model were, in common with those of all vintage-period Bentleys, free to specify their preferences from a very considerable range of mechanical and electrical equipment in addition to whatever body style and coachbuilder may be required. This outstanding Bentley was first registered on 29th June 1929 to Sq. Ldr. C.A. Ridley of Horley with the car changing hands to Capt. H.R. Campion just prior to the war. During the war the Bentley was laid up in the Cumberland Hotel garage in London and fortunately survived unscathed with the car re-commissioned after the war by Capt. Campion's son. Originally built with a Maythorne and Sons saloon body, it is thought to have been re-bodied by Vanden Plas circa 1965. The engine and back axle were overhauled by Sid Cooper of Birmingham, a renowned Bentley specialist. The Bentley is in splendid order today having had significant sums spent on her over a long period. The history file is substantial and dates back to 1964, included are a number of hand written notes showing expenditure and also details of some European outings. A Bentley 4½ litre is a thing of beauty, to sit and drive one is a memorable experience. The current vendor has thoroughly enjoyed owning this outstanding example after searching long and hard to find the car he wanted. It is easy to see why he chose to purchase UU6 794, aesthetically everything is right about the car, mechanically she appears to be in very good order and condition throughout is excellent. She is fitted with a Le Mans fuel tank and radiator cap, electric fuel pumps, double Hartford shock absorbers front and rear, correct P100 headlamps, fold flat windscreen with aero screens. The dashboard has the correct instrumentation with Jaeger speedometer and rev counter with Smiths original gauges completing the impressive line-up. This is a matching numbers example and remains a car of elegance and style that is still more than able to cruise at speed should you choose to do so. 

Registration : YPC555 Chassis Number : 807260 Engine Number : G5031-8 Odometer reading : 66,485 miles Estimate : £58,000 - £64,000 In 1954, the XK120's were superseded by the mechanically updated XK140's fitted with the more powerful 190bhp XK engine which had been used in the Special Equipment 120's. The new models were visually similar to their predecessors differing in external details only. The fixedhead had an extended roof line and, together with the drophead Coupé, was given two small extra seats in the rear suitable for children or adults for a short journey but they made the XK's a little more practical for the family man. Overdrive was now an optional extra and the car could be ordered with a C-Type head in which case power output was increased to 210bhp. The price of the roadster, all but a handful of which were exported, was now £1,127 (plus tax); Special Equipment versions were known in the States as XK140M's and, when fitted with the C-type head, as MC's. The XK140's maintained the XK's popularity but very few found their way into competition although those that did performed well. Today, many are prepped for competition by such specialists as Guy Broad and Twyford Moors and represent formidable opponents. This rare, very original, matching numbers, righthand drive 1955 Jaguar XK140 drophead coupé was purchased by the owner in 1974 after seeing it advertised with 60,000 miles on the clock and in immaculate condition. It was a lot more money than he could afford but he dashed over to where the car was and wrote a cheque for much less than the asking price and put it on the bonnet; after 20 minutes the gentleman owner stepped forward and picked up the cheque. After a worrying week waiting for the cheque to clear, our vendor finally picked up the car. This car has been fully maintained and serviced by the vendor in his own workshop at his farm; it runs and drives superbly having only covered about 6,500 miles since its purchase. Finished in British Racing Green with black roof and brown leather interior, this XK140 is supplied with a V5C registration document, old registration documents and old Mot test certificates which go back to 2001. This is a rare opportunity to purchase an original XK140, righthand drive drophead coupé which has not been restored but is still in excellent condition throughout.  

Registration : APU 122A Chassis Number : HBT7/8155 Engine Number : 29DRUH/12122 Estimate : £35,000 - £45,000 There is little doubt that the Big Healey occupies a significant chapter in the annuls of historic rallying. Few cars can compete with the elegant lines and formidable three litre engine that took so many of these to victory at stages all over the world. The BMC competitions department rallied the 3000 from its introduction but the development of the works cars effectively ended in 1965 mainly because of the success of the Mini Cooper 'S'. Such luminaries as Pat Moss and Tommy Wisdom, Nancy Mitchell, John Gott and Peter Riley took these cars into the public eye where they remain just as competitive with modern day warriors such as David Grace Simon Kidstone. Chassis number H-BT-H/12122 was built in March 1960 and dispatched to Imperial Motors in Bournemouth. The equipment specified at the factory included a black hardtop, roadspeed tyres, a laminated windscreen, disc wheels all round, adjustable steering column and over drive. No heater was requested. Whilst the first owner is unknown, a paper-trail does exist detailing its history with the second owner from 1968. A change of ownership took place at that point to Brian Turner of West London with another change in 1972 to John Seymour in Essex. He took the original registration number, OTK 76, off the car replacing it with the current number, APU 122A although still raced with OTK 76 right through to 1989. It is believed that the original number was not sold but attributed to his tow-vehicle while he raced the Healey. In 1972/73, it was fully converted to its current racing specification before selling to Roger Byford in the early 1980's. It is thought that during John Seymour's ownership, the car was taken back to Donald Healey in Warwickshire to be converted to a race car. To the trained eye, there are also another few details that stand out; primarily, all the body panels are aluminium, including all four wings and doors, normally the preserve of the works team cars, including the dished rear lid, so shaped to take a spare wheel. Additionally the throttle assemblies and rocker cover are also of the works type. The shock absorbers are Armstrong adjustable units to the rear and Armstrong up-rated to the front. The gearbox contains straight cut, close ratio gearing of the type used at Sebring, Donald Healey's most successful circuit, mated to a 2912cc engine with oversize valves, a racing camshaft by Rees and a Tuftrided drilled crankshaft fitted to a lightened and balanced flywheel. The competition distributer keeps things in time and the triple DCOE's ensure the fuel is flowing correctly. The brakes are servo-assisted by Bob Green with a limited slip differential and new crown wheel and pinion with a 4.1:1 ratio. There appears to be much on this car that speaks of more than the sum of its parts. In 1982, the car was sold to a German owner where it was raced on the continent until 1989 when the vehicle was parked up and for the past 25 years it has been dry stored. Recently recommisioned, it now has excellent oil pressure and runs well. It has just been through a UK MoT test; albeit with a borrowed set of wheels and tyres. Indeed, reading between the lines, it may be argued that this car has enjoyed a career in racing that is not fully documented here or understood. A little more research may open a few pleasant surprises or form the basis of an easy rebirth to rallying. Furthermore, it is supplied with FiA papers dated July, 1988 as well as a British Motor Industry Heritage Certificate. The future of this Healey is still to be written and could easily be as interesting as its past. 

Registration : Unregistered Chassis Number : SCEDT26T4BD007199 Engine Number : N/A Odometer reading : 24 miles Estimate : £34,000 - £39,000 When John Z. DeLorean stepped down from his position as the general manager of Chevrolet in 1973, it was widely reported that DeLorean 'had fired General Motors'. Always ambitious and willing to try new things, the talented salesman and engineer was planning to go his own way with a new sports car, one that would be more technically advanced and have superior safety features. He called it 'the ethical sports car-for the bachelor who's made it'. Built in Northern Ireland, under an agreement with the British Government, the DMC-12 was styled by Giorgetto Giugiaro, of Italdesign. It featured distinctive gullwing doors and outer body panels of brushed stainless steel over a rear-engined, Renault-powered chassis and suspension that was largely based upon the Lotus Esprit. Colin Chapman, founder of Lotus, was then brought in to resolve any engineering issues. The first 500 production DeLoreans were ready for shipment in April 1981 and, at first, the model was a smash success, mainly due to its founder's fame and innovative design. Unfortunately, the success cooled quickly and the DeLorean Motor Company filed for bankruptcy in late 1982, after John DeLorean's well-publicised arrest on drug trafficking charges. He was eventually acquitted but it was too late to save his dream. Some 9,200 DeLoreans had been built with approximately 6,500 still in existence worldwide today. Originally supplied to the USA, this unique vehicle is the last DeLorean DMC built in 1981. It is unique in that it only has delivery miles on the clock, a total of 24 miles. It has never been registered or driven on the road. It certificate of origin paper work shows that it was transferred by the DeLorean Motor Company to the DeLorean dealer in Newark, New Jersey USA on June 10th 1982 where it stayed locked away at the dealership until the present owner purchased it in November 2000 and shipped it to the UK where it was again locked away and stored in a warm dry garage for the next 15 years. The car is so unique it still has the factory fitted delivery and EPA stickers attached to the front windscreen. The vehicle comes complete with the original battery, tyres, wheels, owner's manual, tool kit etc. The car has had no modifications except to keep the fluids and oils fresh and the tyres maintained at factory pressures. This DeLorean is supplied with the certificate of origin, the C61 BTI customs form showing the BTI reference number needed for the NOVA certificate and a copy of the shipping invoice. This is an icon of the 1980s and probably the only DMC12 with delivery mileage in the world; a unique opportunity to purchase what can only be describe as motoring art.  

Registration : ESJ886 Chassis Number : BN2/-L/1229801 Engine Number : 1B/229801 Odometer reading : 64,500 miles Estimate : £38,000 - £44,000 The Austin Healey 100 was built between 1953 and 1956 by the British Motor Corporation. Originally developed by Donald Healey, it was to be produced in-house by his small car company in Warwick, using the Austin A90 Atlantic mechanics. Healey built a single 'Healey Hundred' for the 1952 London Motor Show and the design particularly impressed Leonard Lord (Managing Director of Austin), so much so, that a deal was struck with Healey to build it in quantity at Austin's Longbridge factory. The car was subsequently renamed the Austin-Healey 100. The first series 'BN1' were equipped with the same 90bhp engines and manual transmission as the Austin A90, however, the gearbox was modified to be a three-speed unit with overdrive on second and top. The BN2 came with a real four-speed manual transmission, with overdrive on the top two gears. The BN2 has many features distinguishing it from the BN1; the front wheel arches were enlarged as well as using a different rear axle and, possibly the most visually noticeable, an alternative two-tone paint scheme - the BN2s being the first 100s to have this as an option.   This excellent Austin Healey 100/4 BN2 was supplied new in 1955 in lefthand drive configuration to Paris, France but featured a mph speedometer. It was returned to the UK in 1957, when it is believed to have been converted to righthand drive by the Healey factory and assigned with the registration 'TLT 48'. Little is known of the history prior to 1970 but, during that time, the colour was changed from the original green to black. In the 1980s, the car was subject to a comprehensive restoration at which time it was repainted, again in green and taken on a tour of France. In 1998, it was sold to a car dealer who removed the original registration number and had it replaced by the DVLA. Following this, the car's current and official registration is 'ESJ 886'. The vendor, an Austin Healey collector, purchased this BN2 in 2012 and, during his ownership, has enhanced and improved it with regular maintenance. The changes made by the vendor include a conversion to use unleaded petrol as well as new shock absorbers, fuel pump, brake pipes, front hubs and bearings, steering hub and stator tube. He has also detailed the engine compartment and boot area and carried out Dinitrol rust prevention treatment following a complete clean of the underside of the vehicle. Finished in green with green leather interior, this Austin Healey 100/4 is supplied with V5 registration document, an MoT Test certificate valid until February 2016 and a file containing various paperwork including a 'buff' log book, a Heritage Certificate and various old MoT's, invoices and photographs from the 1970s and 80s. This Healey is ready to be used and enjoyed; an ideal car for the summer. 

Registration : 418YUJ Chassis Number : S836019DN Engine Number : V6384-8 Odometer reading : 51,843 miles Estimate : £38,000 - £44,000 Although having a family resemblance to the XK120 and XK140, the XK150 was radically modernised. A one piece windscreen replaced the split screen and the wing line no longer dropped as much over the doors. The bonnet was widened, opened down to the wings and, on the roadster, the bulkhead was moved back four inches to make the bonnet longer. In the interior, the XK140's walnut dashboard was replaced by a leather trimmed unit. On the early drophead coupés, an aluminium centre dash panel with an 'X' pattern engraving was fitted which looked similar to the early 3.8 litre E-Type. It was discontinued after June 1958 and thinner doors gave more interior space. The standard engine, the same as fitted to the XK140, was the 3.4 litre DOHC Jaguar straight six rated at 180bhp at 5750rpm but most cars were fitted with the SE engine that had a modified cylinder head with larger exhaust valves rated at 210bhp at 5500rpm. Twin 1.75-inch SU HD6 carburettors were fitted. Four-wheel Dunlop 12" disc brakes appeared for the first time although it was theoretically possible to order a car with drums. Either wire wheels or disc wheels could be specified and the suspension and chassis were very similar to that on the XK140. These were high performance, well appointed sports touring cars and could cope with long distances with alacrity. This excellent lefthand drive 1959 Jaguar XK150 Fixedhead Coupé was imported to the UK from Minnesota, USA in 2011 just after having a 'ground-up' restoration. On arrival to the UK, the car was taken to Barry Shean Jaguar Specialists in Romford, Essex who checked the car throughout and carried out a full service. Finished in old English white with contrasting red leather seats and matching red carpets, this XK150 Fixedhead Coupé is supplied with a V5C registration document, a copy of the Minnesota title certificate and copies of the customs import documents. These XK150's are very usable and often overlooked, but their time is approaching and it will be the prudent investor that has one or two of these tucked away.  

Registration : tbc Chassis Number : TCF2113L Engine Number : tbc Odometer reading : 932 miles Estimate : £22,000 - £26,000 The Triumph TR3 was built between 1955 and 1957 during which time only 1286 cars were produced for the home market. According to the TR Register, as of 2002, there remains only 893 registered TR3/3A's on UK roads. The TR3B is an unofficial name given nowadays to the final version of the TR3 which was produced in 1962. It was offered concurrent with the TR4 which started production in 1961 and was a special short-production run in response to dealer concerns that the buying public might not welcome the TR4. It had the body of the later TR3A and two series were produced, one with a commission number preceded by 'TSF' of which 530 were produced and one with commission numbers preceded by TCF of which 2804 were produced. The TSF series were identical to the last run of TR3As and the TCF series had the 2.2 litre, TR4 engine. It also had different headlight rims, a wider grille and door handles. This stunning example has been totally restored in 2013 with such fundamental elements such as the body, frame, chassis, interior and engine all receiving due attention. The frame and suspension particularly has been sand-blasted and painted. She sits on new chrome wire wheels and benefits from an all new braking system. Described by the vendor as presenting in almost perfect condition throughout, this is a particularly good, not to mention rare, example of one of the more collectable British sportscars. 

Registration : L226 WGK Chassis Number : SCBZB03CXRCH52121 Engine Number : 80668L410M/TKR Odometer reading : 107,225 miles Estimate : £22,000 - £27,000 From its motor car production in 1921, the Bentley name has remained synonymous with prestige, performance and luxury. The 'Continental' designation recalls the Bentley Continental of the post-war period, with the 'R' commemorating the R-Type Bentleys from the 1950s as well as the Turbo R of the 1980s. This series boasts the most powerful engine after the Continental T and has a power output of 420bhp alongside a maximum torque of 650ft-lb. The car could be pushed to a staggering top speed of some 170mph.   Presented in Royal Ebony with black leather, this wide-bodied Bentley Continental R by Mulliner Park Ward was purchased on the 21st of January 1994 by prominent businessman, serial car enthusiast and Reading Football Club co-chairman Sir John Madjeski. The car has, as you would expect, been looked after with no regard for cost and from 1994 to 2005, it was cared for by various garages including Mead of Burnham, Hoffman's of Henley and Broughtons of Surrey- at which point it had covered 102,131 miles. In 2004 Madjeski part exchanged the car for a newer model but missed it so much that he then bought it back (invoice enclosed within the history) and it has since been largely SORN or garaged as part of Sir John Madjeski's extensive car collection. Since 2006 and the car's new collection status, it has been taken care of by Bentley main dealers and specialists to ensure the car it is ever ready for an outing. Offered with a new MoT test certificate valid until March 2016, a very good history file and all handbooks and service books, this one-owner car is a rare opportunity to own a former carriage of a much loved knight of the realm. With the ability supercar cruising speeds when new and in enormous luxury, this is a very attractive proposition. 

Registration : XAT 50S Chassis Number : GCATTC041421 Estimate : £24,000 - £28,000 The squarer-styled Escort Mk. II appeared in January 1975 with the first production models having rolled off the production lines on 2nd December 1974. Unlike the first Escort (which was developed by Ford of Britain), the second generation was developed jointly between the UK and Ford of Germany. Codenamed 'Brenda' during its development, it had the same mechanical configuration as its predecessor; the estate and van versions even used the same panel-work as the Mk. I but with the Mk. II front end and interior. The car used a revised underbody which had, in fact, been introduced as a running change during the last six months of the life of the Mk. I. The car was a success with just four body styles competing in a variation of market niches where rival manufacturers had multiple models. The 'L' and 'GL' models were mainly purchased by the private sector; the 'Sport', 'RS Mexico' and 'RS2000' in the performance market; the 'Ghia' for an untapped small car luxury sector and 'base' models for the fleet market. The Escort continued to prove hugely popular with buyers in Britain during the second half of the 1970s, but production slowed and after an incredibly popular model run, ended in Britain in August 1980 with other countries following soon after. Originally registered on 3rd January 1978 as an Escort Mexico, this Mk. II Escort has been heavily modified with substantial time and finances invested by the vendor throughout his 18-year ownership. The engine is a Cosworth steel block mated to a Warrior 16 valve cylinder head; the gearbox, a five-speed sequential change unit and the rear axle with limited slip differential makes this a very competitive rally car. Mechanical work on the engine has been carried out by Connaught, who specialise in competition engines and, in line with this, the interior is fitted with a roll-cage and Corbeau racing seats together with the correct instrumentations for competition use. Fuel injection has also been fitted to this outstanding vehicle with the car being Dyno tested at 293bhp. The fastidious owner has enjoyed the use of XAT 50S immensely and any interested parties are advised to view the vehicle to fully appreciate the specification and quality of this competition Escort. Supplied with a V5 registration document, together with a full year's MoT test certificate and RAC 'Competition Car Log Book' (issued 28th August 1996). 

Registration : 578 MOA Chassis Number : XE2D2-661316A Engine Number : 29864 Odometer reading : 37,945 miles Estimate : £15,000 - £18,000 We are delighted to offer this rare Wood and Pickett (W&P) Margrave Elite Landau conversion of the popular Austin Morris Mini. The Alex Issigonis designed Mini became the classless but chic motor car to be seen in during the 1960s and beyond. 1960s cool saw pop idols and Royalty mixing it with the common man and with so many being built it was, perhaps, inevitable that variations on the theme would be born. W&P Ltd established itself in the 1960s and was led by Bill Wood and Les Picket, the ex-employees of the specialist coachbuilder Hooper & Co. Bill and Les specialised in meeting the increasing demand for highly luxurious Minis that had sprung up developing their own uprated Mini model, known as the Margrave, their first customer being the actress, Hayley Mills in 1964. Their designs featured a distinctive leather & walnut fascia, leather and Dralon seating and front and rear nudge bars to which customers were invited to add from a long list of individually-priced options. 578 MOA is one of these examples built upon a 1980 1275GT and cost around £3,700 when delivered to Wood and Pickett but after conversion came out at around £10,000 making this, not only an expensive conversion in 1980, but also an amazing 21st birthday present given to one very lucky young lady by her wealthy father on May 1st, 1980. Although retaining its standard engine, this W&P Mini is far from standard. W&P installed the electric sunroof, twin headlights and the 'Landau' roof option, an archaic design perhaps unsuited for a Mini, however, the skilled craftsmen at W&P has adapted the design surprisingly effectively. Of note, is the rear window, a bespoke item made by Royal Doulton. 578 MOA started life in Java green but now looks resplendent in pearl blue and complemented by a set of Minilite alloy wheels. On the inside, the luxury continues with a walnut dashboard, Moto-Lita steering wheel, electric windows and especially the blue Dralon and magnolia leather seats, all in excellent condition. An MoT test certificate, valid until January 2016, accompanies the car as well as various magazine articles. This excellent example of a W&P Mini is perhaps the height of chic and a special one to own in todays crowded Mini market. 

Registration : GSU317 Chassis Number : AN5L15101 Engine Number : AN5L15101 Estimate : £14,000 - £18,000 The Austin-Healey Sprite was announced to the press in Monte Carlo on 20th May 1958, just before the Monaco Grand Prix. It was intended to be a low-cost model that 'a chap could keep in his bike shed' and yet be the successor to the sporting versions of the pre-war Austin Seven. The little Sprite quickly became affectionately known as the 'Frog Eye' in the UK and the 'Bug Eye' in the US as its headlights were prominently mounted on top of the bonnet, inboard of the front wings. There were no exterior door handles; the driver and passenger were required to reach inside to open the door. There was also no boot lid and access to the spare wheel and luggage compartment was achieved by tilting the seat-backs forward and reaching under the rear deck. This beautiful 1959 Mk. I 'Frog Eye' Sprite has been the subject to a complete ground-up restoration to the highest of standards within the last few years. Imported and registered in the UK in 1987, this excellent Sprite is finished in red with red piping complementing the black leather interior. The vehicle is supplied with a V5C registration document and a full set of weather equipment, making it an ideal fun car for the summer that is also appreciating in value. 

Registration : MRY 611F Chassis Number : BA91GM12949 Engine Number : 12949 Estimate : £18,000 - £24,000 Following on from the enormous success of the Lotus Cortina Mk. I, Ford introduced the Cortina-Lotus Mk. II in 1967 with the famous Lotus twin cam engine now giving 109bhp. Ford renamed the Lotus version the Cortina-Lotus, due to its manufacture at Ford's Dagenham plant in Essex. This came about through their move from Cheshunt to Hethel in 1966. As an aside, the well-known stripe that adorns the Ford Cortina-Lotus models was never applied by the factory and was made a dealer option only. We are pleased to offer this 1968 Cortina-Lotus Mk. II once owned by Stuart McCrudden; ex Ford, 1968 - 1974. Being a 1968 model, it has the raised auxiliary instrument binnacle, a more desirable feature than the later, flat dashboard version. Mechanically, major works were undertaken in 2013 totalling approximately £5,000 which included a complete engine strip-down, inspection and overhaul using new valve seats, valve guides, gudgeon pins, bearings and standard OE type camshafts. An over bore of the cylinders by +40 thou was carried out to match the Omega forged pistons. The water pump was overhauled with the addition of a ceramic impeller and the 40DCOE carburettors were stripped, cleaned, inspected and adjusted as required. On re-assembly of the engine, all parts were re-finished in the original, factory grey colour. The gearbox was also stripped, inspected and rebuilt with new bearings, seals and gaskets as required and the propeller shaft was overhauled with new universal joints. The suspension was dismantled, inspected and repaired with polyurethane bushes fitted to track control arms, anti-roll bar and pick up points. Spax adjustable shock absorbers are fitted all around. Today the Cortina-Lotus looks very smart in its finish of Ford Dragoon red with a gold stripe, reminiscent and similar to the period of Alan Mann racing colours; the correct wheels further complement the external finish. On the inside, the trim is very smart with all the instruments present, correct and in working order; in fact, on a recent road test, the Cortina-Lotus not only performed well, with the instruments displaying the correct readings, but sounded fabulous also. This Ford is UK registered with its original number plate, MRY 611F. It further benefits from a recent service and a fresh MoT test certificate and just awaits a lucky new owner. 

Registration : LSL 988 Chassis Number : TC/4800 Engine Number : XPAG 5431 Odometer reading : 1,081 miles Estimate : £22,000 - £28,000 The TC Midget was the first postwar MG launched in 1945. It was quite similar to the pre-war TB, sharing the same 1250cc pushrod-OHV engine with a slightly higher compression ratio of 7.4:1 generating 54bhp at 5200rpm. The makers also provided several alternative stages of tuning for 'specific purposes'. It was exported to the United States even though only ever built in righthand drive. The body was approximately four inches wider than the TB measured at the rear of the doors to give more cockpit space. The overall car width remained the same resulting in narrower running boards with two tread strips as opposed to the previous three. The tachometer was directly in front of the driver while the speedometer was on the other side of the dash in front of the passenger. Presented in delightful Woodland Green with a matching Apple Green leather interior and equipped with tan mohair full weather equipment including hood and side screens, this original home-market example is in fabulous condition. Originally acquired by the vendor in 2012 from renowned MG specialist Barry Walker, it had already undergone an extensive program of restoration in 2006 with a further 4,800 spent maintaining this TC to the highest of standards since purchase. Complete with a history file and full 12 month MoT test certificate (with no advisories), this extremely accurately restored example is, quite simply, stunning. 

Registration : OC4023 Chassis Number : J3719 Engine Number : XPAG9378 Estimate : £24,000 - £29,000 Derived from the first MG Midget, the M-Type, and introduced for 1933, the two-seater J2 established the classic MG look which would characterise the Abingdon marque's sports cars into the 1950s. With its deeply cutaway doors, fold-flat windscreen and fixed cycle-type mudguards, it revealed its race-bred pedigree in every line and set the British sports car fashion for many years. This new Midget was given the factory designation 'J2' and it was announced simultaneously that a new super-sports 'J3' model and a racing 'J4' would quickly follow. The Midget's 847cc, overhead-camshaft, Wolseley-derived engine was coupled to a four-speed gearbox and housed in a simple chassis frame featuring half-elliptic springing all round and cable-operated 8" diameter brakes. Thus equipped, the lightweight J2 possessed exemplary handling and steering by the standards of the day, and was good for 65mph. In total, 2083 of the two-seater versions were produced between mid-1932 and early 1934 and today the J2 is one of the most sought after of pre-war MG sports cars. This J2 was purchased by the vendor in 2010 from the estate of Philip Lomax; an avid classic car collector in whose ownership, this MG was fully restored in the 1980's. Fitted with an XPAG engine, gearbox and updated MG TA hydraulic brakes, high torque starter and alternator for rallying, this car is ready to be used and enjoyed. For those collectors who wish to put this car back to the original specification it is supplied with an M-type engine in bits, including engine block number 10781A, two heads, crankshaft and a number of new parts including pistons, bearings and con rods. Finished in two-tone mid and dark Brunswick green with red interior, this J2 is also supplied with a V5 registration document, a buff continuation log book from 1958 and various invoices for recent mechanical work amounting to several thousands of pounds. This is 1930's driving at its most enjoyable.

Registration : J301RBR Chassis Number : SAJJN4EC3CA176483 Engine Number : 9DPAMA194283 Estimate : £13,000 - £16,000 The Jaguar XJS was a luxury grand tourer produced from 1975 through to 1996 and replaced the E-Type. Although it never had quite the same sporting image, the XJS was actually more aerodynamic with the last one being produced on 4th April 1996; at that stage 115,413 had been produced during a 21 year production life. Originally, power came from the Jaguar V12 petrol engine with a choice of a manual or automatic transmission but the manual was soon dropped. V12 engined cars were unusual at the time with notable exceptions coming from Italian luxury sports car makers Lamborghini and Ferrari. The specifications of the XJS compared well with both Italian cars; it was able to accelerate to 60mph in 7.6 seconds and had a top speed of 143mph.   This superb Jaguar XJS has only had one owner and has only covered just 10,500 miles from new. The owner of Plymouth Argyle football club saw this car on display in a Reg Vardy dealership in the North East of England; liked it and vowed that he would buy it if his team won that afternoon, which it did and the rest is history. Finished in red with magnolia hide seats, piped in red and with black carpet, it is fitted with special, very rare optional extra Lattice alloy wheels with red centres. This XJS is supplied with a V5C registration document, an MoT test certificate which expires in April 2016 and in the handbook pack is the service book which shows that it has been regularly serviced and maintained. An exceptional Jaguar which is certainly becoming regarded as a modern day classic. 

Chassis Number : VFA2700VAD0050384 Odometer reading : 41,016 km Estimate : £18,000 - £22,000 Alpine, once an independent company specialising in faster Renaults, and later a Renault subsidiary, established a fine competition history with the stunning Alpine A110, winning the 1973 Monte Carlo Rally and World Championship. The successor was the Alpine A310 that was initially powered by a tuned 17TS/Gordini four-cylinder engine, the six-cylinder 2,664cc V6 option arriving in 1976. The A310 was labour intensive, having been developed for small-scale artisanal production, the basis being a hefty tubular steel backbone chassis clothed in a fiberglass shell. The engine was mounted longitudinally in the rear driving the wheels through a manual five-speed gearbox. With the weight a mere 980kg, the Renault Alpine was a fine performer indeed. We are delighted to offer this 1982 example of the V6 powered A310 Alpine with only one French owner and a full Renault service history from new until being imported from Verzy, France into the UK recently. On arrival into the UK, it has undergone a service and a Holly carburetor conversion that replaces the notoriously unreliable Solex 34 TBIA unit. This is a very original example and looks handsome in its red finish. The interior is also excellent with a typical 1980s scheme. A history file includes a handbook, Déclaration de Cession D'un Véhicule, various invoices and a service book that supports the low recorded odometer reading of only 41,016km. We are informed that the Alpine will arrive at the sale with an MoT test certificate and a NOVA certificate that will make UK registration a formality or, if required with its French registration, may easily return to France. These are becoming increasingly difficult to source and especially a one-owner, low mileage example such as this one. 

Registration : 662XUF Chassis Number : 118G015756 Engine Number : 103G004 Odometer reading : 42,000 miles Estimate : £13,500 - £17,500 As the successor to the 1100, Fiat's 1200 series debuted in November 1957 at the Turin Motor Show. The two-model 1200 series was available in Granluce saloon and open Cabriolet form with a Turismo Veloce (fast touring) saloon available as well. In particular, the Spider featured sensuous bodywork with its design largely influenced by Fabio Luigi Rapi, Fiat's design director. A restyled convertible appeared for 1959 with a sleek new Pininfarina-designed body with styling quite similar to that of Ferrari's contemporary 250GTPF coupés, especially with the optional hardtop installed. Wind-up windows and swivelling seats remained standard while the new split mesh-patterned grille incorporated angled sides, recalling the prior Rapi-designed Spiders of 1957 and 1958. Alternatively known as either the 1200 Cabriolet or the 1200 Spider, these handsome cars were built by Fiat's Vetture Speciali (special cars) unit. This lovely 1962 Fiat 1200 Cabriolet was completely restored in the United States, other than the rare optional hard top which was restored in 2011. Supplied new to Iowa, it was imported to the UK in 2007 having had only one owner and with only 37,000 miles from new. In 2012 the car was taken to Ireland where the new owner regularly displayed it at car shows. It was then returned to the UK earlier this year and checked through and is now ready to use. Finished in red with black hard top and black interior, this 1200 is supplied with a V5C registration document, an MoT test certificate which expires in April 2016, the original service book and the shipping documents from the US. This handsome Pininfarina-styled 1200 Cabriolet is an excellent example through and through.  

Registration : MBB 803 Chassis Number : B212DA Engine Number : B106D Odometer reading : 19,000 miles Estimate : £11,000 - £13,000  The Bentley Mk. VI was the first post-war luxury car from Bentley, produced from 1946 to 1952. It was also the first car from Rolls-Royce with factory coachwork although chassis were still also supplied to independent coachbuilders. The chassis and engine went on to be used as the basis of those in the Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith of 1946 and Silver Dawn of 1949. The factory bodies were made by Pressed Steel Ltd of Coventry and sent to the Bentley works at Crewe for painting and fitting out with traditional wood and leather. They featured rear hinged 'suicide' doors at the front and a sliding sunroof. This standard steel example, first registered in the summer of 1948, is presented in black and silver with a cream leather interior. The body work and chassis are all in good order and the interior is complete with no significant rips or tears, however would benefit from a tidy-up. With just one former keeper from new, it is a good honest example of this early post-war luxury car which can be used or restored, coupled with an original tool kit and history file including the V5 registration document. Although the body and interior may require some attention, the engine and transmission is described by the owner as very good and this example is reasonably reserved- ready for the next stage of its life. 

Registration : SVR517H Chassis Number : BE032282 Engine Number : 452109 Odometer reading : 74,535 km Estimate : No Reserve The SEAT 600 was a car manufactured in Spain from May 1957 to August 1973 under licence by Fiat. It was a relatively inexpensive vehicle (then 60,000 Spanish pesetas) and was the first car that came within the modest but rapidly growing economic means of most Spanish families from the mid-1960s to the early 1970s. The vehicle has become an icon of the period. The SEAT company was born as a joint venture of the Spanish state holding agency National Institute of Industry, six Spanish banks and Fiat- almost all SEAT models up to 1982 were license-built Fiat based cars. Up to 797,319 SEAT 600 and 18,000 SEAT 800 were made until 1973. They were exported to Argentina, Mexico, Poland and Finland. The Fiat version enjoyed far less success in its homeland than the Spanish model, probably because the Italian market was more advanced than the Spanish at the time. Among the reasons for ending production were the thin B-pillars, which made seat belt installation very difficult. This SEAT is in splendid condition and a very solid example. The engine started first time and ran very well. The red paintwork is in good order as is the black interior. SEAT 600's are the very slightly larger cousin of the Fiat 500 and could be defined as a little more useable. Supplied with a V5 registration document and a current MoT test certificate, this lefthand drive SEAT is offered without reserve. 

Registration : LVR984W Chassis Number : GVGEJ1AJ519393 Engine Number : 37394 Odometer reading : 32,562 miles Estimate : No Reserve The MGB was launched in May 1962 to replace the MGA. Introduced as a four-cylinder roadster, a coupé with 2+2 seating was added in 1965 with production continuing until October 1980. The MGB GT sported a ground-breaking design by Pininfarina with the launch of its sporty 'hatchback' style. By combining the sloping rear window with the rear deck lid, the GT offered the utility of a hatchback while retaining the style and shape of a coupé. This MGB GT was originally registered on 1st June 1981 and has undergone some restoration work of late. The coachwork is in pretty good order and the interior has been re-trimmed in leather, this appears to have been done to a good standard. A wooden dashboard has also been fitted making the whole cabin area more luxurious than the original set-up. We are advised LVR 984W drives well and the overdrive on the gearbox functions as it should. Supplied with a V5 registration document and a current MoT test certificate, MGB's have received substantial press coverage of late confirming what great value for money they represent in the current market. 

Registration : A202UYU Chassis Number : SCAZS0001ECH09201 Engine Number : 09201 Odometer reading : 61,000 miles Estimate : £4,500 - £6,000 The Silver Spirit was unveiled in October 1980 as a replacement for the Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow. Direct comparison, however, showed only small differences. The new models had slightly grown in length and width; height had been cut a little, although the styling was more modern than that of its predecessor. The interior was dominated by the expected combination of fine wood and sumptuous leather. The Silver Spirit was similar mechanically to the Silver Shadow, benefiting from the superb Rolls-Royce 6,750cc, V8 and sharing many mechanical characteristics of the model it replaced. The instruments were supplemented by digital units which gave such information as the time, elapsed driving time and external temperature and were the first Rolls-Royce to be fitted with a retractable Spirit of Ecstasy. Registered on 1st June 1984, this Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is finished in Claret with tan leather interior. The car is described as being in good all-round condition and is sold with a V5 registration document and a current MoT test certificate. Is there better value for money than a Silver Spirit in terms of grace, style and presence? 

Registration : PEV 836M Chassis Number : 14266 Engine Number : A73114668 Estimate : No Reserve The Jensen-Healey was designed in a joint venture by Donald Healey and William Towns with Jensen Motors and it was hoped that Healey could help to contribute the sense of style that made the Austin-Healey a hit. Jensen looked to Lotus for the power plant as they had a new, untested engine available, thus all Jensen-Healey models came equipped with the new 1973cc Lotus 907 engine. This multi-valve engine has a claim to be the first to be used in a 'mass produced' car with a setup producing approximately 144bhp and a top speed of 119mph and accelerating from zero to 60mph in just 8.1 seconds. This example requires complete restoration but is thought, save for some engine parts, to be complete, right down to the convertible roof. shown here in blue with a tan interior, this has not moved for some years and will require a trailer to collect. The lusty Lotus engine will provide ample reward however for the next new owner. 

Registration : WYA917G Chassis Number : AAB11210934A Engine Number : 1CH791AA/73873 Odometer reading : 41,907 miles Estimate : £11,000 - £14,000 The Mini Moke is based on the Mini and designed for the British Motor Corporation (BMC) by Sir Alec Issigonis. The name comes from 'Mini'- the car with which the Moke shares many parts and 'Moke' - an archaic dialect term for donkey. The initial design was a prototype for a light military vehicle in the style of the American Jeep but its small wheels and low ground clearance made it impractical as an off-road vehicle. It was subsequently offered in a civilian version as a low-cost, easily maintained utility vehicle. The Moke finally achieved success as a beach buggy-becoming a popular 'cult' vehicle in the Seychelles, Australia, the USA and many tropical resorts in the Caribbean. Mokes were first built at the Morris factory in Oxford, before production moved to BMC's Longbridge, Birmingham plant and eventually, overseas. This UK supplied, 1969 Austin Mini Moke has recently been the subject to a full restoration with lots of new panels fitted. The previous owner had known the car for over 30 years and the person he acquired it from informed him that this was one of three special order Mokes, made for the Devon and Cornwall Police and fitted with a 1100cc engine for patrolling on the Isles of Sicily and around the perimeter of Dartmoor Prison. Returned to the original Old English White with black seat cushions, black roof and a complete set of weather equipment, it is supplied with a V5C registration document and an MoT test certificate which expires in March 2016. The vendor has recently driven this Moke to a classic car show and reported that it performed 'superbly'. 

Registration : J513SPG Chassis Number : 053 Engine Number : 140B707000041933 Estimate : £35,000 - £40,000 The Ferrari P series were prototype sports cars in the 1960s and early 1970s. Although Enzo Ferrari resisted the move even with Cooper dominating F1, Ferrari began producing mid-engined racing cars in 1960 with the Ferrari Dino-V6-engine Formula Two 156, which would become the Formula One winner of 1961. Sports car racers followed in 1963. 1967 was a banner year for the Enzo Ferrari motor company as it saw the production of the mid-engined 330 P4, a renowned V12 endurance car meant to replace the previous year's P3. Only four Ferrari P4-engined cars were ever made; one P3/4 and three 330 P4s. Their three-valve cylinder head was modelled after those of Italian Grand Prix-winning Formula One cars. The famous German designer Luigi Colani commissioned the first P4 replica built in 1977 by Noble Motorsport in Leicester. A steel space frame was used and the reliable Renault 3.0 litre, V6 engine linked to a five-speed transaxle giving the power and speed for use on the track also. The fibreglass body has been produced with careful attention to detail and the result is a faithful copy of the original car built in the 1960s. A fun and exciting evocation of the great original with desirable looks and still manages to turn heads today.   This Noble P4, number 053, was built in 1992 and purchased by the previous owner in August 1995; a design director of Ford Motor Company. Correspondence and receipts from Neil Foreman of NF Auto Development indicate that it was upgraded to the latest specification of the time, including wishbones, reinforced chromed steering arms, shock absorbers and springs along with a new radiator and cooling fan during 1998. Sliding side windows were fitted in July 1999 to complete the new build, now sporting a redesigned front end. The all-alloy 2.7 litre, fuel injected V6 Renault engine, coupled with the five-speed gearbox provides suitable power for the light weight space frame construction and the upgrades have enhanced the drivability and usability. Documents show that in 1995, it was purchased with a mileage of 4,595. An invoice from Alan Collins Performance Car Specialist in 1997 then records the mileage at 4,639. It was then stored privately in Germany for at least ten years and it appears that the odometer stopped working at some point during this period; however, we are informed that it has been subject to little use since then. Purchased by the vendor two years ago to join his collection of Ferraris, he found he was unable to import the car to the USA allowing us to offer it today. This Noble Ferrari 330 P4 is supplied with a V5C registration document, an MoT test certificate which expires in September 2015 and a large history file which includes the original build manuals, letters of new part conformity for registration, wiring diagrams and drawings. Due to the great fame, sleek appearance and absolute rarity of the original, most of us can only aspire simply to enjoy a hand-crafted and bespoke built P4 replica, similar to the exceptional car offered here. This real xxxxxx is on the button and ready for a new owner to enjoy. 

Registration : EDU 296C Chassis Number : B947215IHROFE Odometer reading : 39,666 miles Estimate : £18,000 - £22,000 Inspired by the AC Cobra that was effectively the British AC Ace sports car powered by the large American Ford 4.2 litre V8; the Sunbeam Tiger first saw the light of day in 1964. Based upon the Rootes Group, Sunbeam Alpine, the Tiger with the Ford power plant slotted into the engine bay became what is surely a true motoring 'wolf in sheep's clothing'. Precise handling was retained by keeping the Alpine's rack and pinion steering with knock out performance due not only to the muscle V8 but also the lightweight Alpine shell.   This unique Tiger has a very interesting past and when first registered on 10th February1965as EDU 296C to Humber Ltd, the supplying dealer, there were already plans afoot to have the car used initially as a press car as can be found in May 1965's edition of Sporting Motorist. When ownership was transferred to K.S Advertising of London in 1966, the car was featured in the 1965 movie 'Bunny Lake is Missing' starring Noel Coward. The car, which was initially blue, was heavily filmed and is indeed part of the final scene but given that a copy of the movie is in the history file we wouldn't want to give that ending away.   The Tiger then, for some 15 years, had a more regular ownership until the late 1970s when the vendor at the time decided that he would restore and re-spray the vehicle with an important change from the original 4.2litre V8 to a larger 4.7litre, (289ci) V8 engine of which extensive details can be found in the history file. The current vendor came to learn about the car in 2006 and approached the then owner, at which time he was informed that the car had been Dyno tested at 330bhp and would be capable of 140mph- though was advised not to try!  The current owner has since gathered much information on this important car and has used it sparingly only having covered less than 3,000 miles in the last 14 years. Accompanying the car is a fantastic history file with original buff log book, original bill of sale and spec sheet, original sales brochure, a copy of the Sporting Motorist from 1965 which featured EDU 296C and even a DVD copy of the movie this car starred in. Like in any Tiger, the V8 sound track is amazing and the torque on this specific car is definitely something to experience. Having had a recent MoT test which expires May 2016, a wealth of recent bills, electric ignition fitted alongside a Sebring exhausts and uprated fan, this car is truly unique and part of Sunbeam's motor history.  

Chassis Number : WDDAK76F58MOO1710 Odometer reading : 13,065 km Estimate : £180,000 - £210,000 The SLR McLaren, introduced in November 2003, was Mercedes-Benz's foray into the world of the supercar, alongside such cars as the Porsche Carrera GT and the Ferrari Enzo. It was developed in collaboration with the McLaren Technology Centre which, at the time, was partially owned by Mercedes-Benz. While Ferrari and Porsche pursued creating the best all-out supercars that the world had ever seen, Mercedes-Benz and McLaren attempted to create an car that coupled the best aspects of supercars with that of grand tourers. Engineers at Mercedes-Benz and McLaren took care to place the V8 as far back as possible in the chassis in order to improve the car's handling, giving the SLR near-perfect weight distribution. The SLR's engine produces 617bhp at 6,500rpm, thanks to a Lysholm-type twin-screw supercharger. A dash from 0-60mph took 3.8 seconds and the car leads to a quarter mile in just over 11 seconds with a top speed of 206mph. Its AMG Speedshift R transmission provides three manual modes to suit the owner's style of driving. Other remarkable technical features include the Sensotronic 'brake by wire' system, carbon-ceramic disc brakes and an automatic airbrake which can bring the SLR to a screeching halt from 120mph to a dead stop in less than 240 feet. This SLR Roadster is in absolutely unmarked condition and is finished in black with a black hood and red/black trim. The cockpit area of a SLR is a thing of beauty and to drive such a car is a memorable experience. This one is no different, the engine fired up immediately when request and to be expected of such a car, she drives with no known faults. The gullwing doors are perfectly functional even with the hood up. Whether you are driving to your local restaurant or to the South of France, there can be few more exciting ways to travel than a Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.  

Registration : M30TUS Chassis Number : WDB1704652F220571 Engine Number : 11294730949330 Odometer reading : 158,900 miles Estimate : No Reserve At start of the 1990s, after the introduction of their two-seat, grand-tourer R129 SL and the Mazda MX-5, Mercedes-Benz set out to create a new compact roadster, slotted below the SL. By late 1991, under Bruno Sacco, the first design sketches were drawn and scale models being built in the first half of 1992. Massively successful in its first year, worldwide sales hit 55,000, over double the entire nine-year production of 190SLs and between 1996 and 2004, over 311,000 SLKs were sold. The roof design consists of a folding steel hardtop with both halves linked by a mechanism which is locked securely when the roof is closed. At the touch of a button on the centre console, a hydraulic system controls the fully automatic folding process in which the boot lid is also integrated. This SLK 230 presents in good order and is finished in silver with black leather trim. The hood mechanism functions correctly and we are advised this manual transmission Mercedes-Benz drives with no known faults. Supplied with a V5 registration document and an MoT test certificate valid until 30th April 2016, with summer coming what a great little car to enjoy 'open top' motoring, this car is offered at no reserve. 

Registration : GUF 987D Chassis Number : 110F-1197012 Odometer reading : 87,415 km Estimate : £4,500 - £6,000 The Nuova 500 was designed by Dante Giacosa, the man also responsible for its predecessor, the Cinquecento or Topolino (little mouse) as the public immediately christened it. The Nuova is a masterpiece of packaging; the rear-wheel drive, rear-engined layout leaving a remarkably uncluttered cabin with adequate room for four passengers, despite the diminutive length of just 9.7ft. At its introduction in 1957, the little Fiat was powered by a twin-cylinder engine of 479cc and just 13bhp but by the time of the later 500 F the capacity had grown to 499cc and the output to 22bhp - sufficient for a maximum speed of around 60mph combined with a fuel consumption of over 50mpg. Originally registered in Siena, Italy in 1966, this Fiat 500 was imported into the UK in June 1999. The original Italian registration document is supplied with this quirky but quaint car. The grey paintwork is in good order as is the interior, although the drivers' seat trim could do with some attention. The 499cc engine runs well and we are advised she drives with no known faults. This lefthand drive Fiat is fitted with a sunroof and is attractively priced given the estimate. 

Registration : A5 RGX Chassis Number : SSBZR04A3KCH26202 Engine Number : 66615L410IT/I Odometer reading : 113,000 miles Estimate : £5,000 - £7,000 The Bentley Turbo R was a high-performance model produced from 1985 to 1997 with a total of 7230 built in the 12 year production period. The 'R' stood for 'Roadholding', to set it apart from its predecessor, the Mulsanne, and also sported a revised suspension with wider tyres on alloy wheels; a first for a Bentley. The suspension changes, although seemingly subtle, transformed the soft and less than well-controlled ride of the Mulsanne into that of a real performer. This was achieved by increasing the anti-roll bar rates in the front and rear and by increasing the damping. A Panhard rod to anchor the rear suspension was also introduced, reducing side-to-side movement in corners. The Turbo R was sold alongside the Mulsanne Turbo for a short time although the Mulsanne was taken out of production in 1985. For the 1987 model year, the Turbo R received anti-lock brakes and Bosch fuel injection replacing the Solex carburettors. Presented in Royal Blue with contrasting piped blue magnolia hide, interior, this Bentley Turbo R looks very smart and on a recent test drove very well indicating correct readings on all the instruments. An extensive history file includes an instruction manual, service record (most recent November 2014), Warranty book, Bentley Owner's Handbook, old MoT test certificates, a large quantity of invoices detailing works carried out and the original delivery advice note. Supplied with a V5 registration document and a current Mot test certificate valid until 31st October 2014, this Bentley represents outstanding value for money given its keen estimate. 

Registration : FPA 353V Chassis Number : GAN6-224546G Engine Number : 73960 Odometer reading : 12,493 miles Estimate : No Reserve In terms of bang for your buck, there can be little to compete with the MG Midget. Its spirited engine, the open and direct driving experience and, with the later models, more reliability, comfy seats and, if you're lucky, a working heater if required. The charming example presented here today is a bit of a rarity as it has only covered a handful of miles in its entire life. Just over 12,000 to be precise and for a mass produced and hugely popular sports car, this is unusual. The first owner appeared to have not only owned it from new but also has driven almost all the miles that are recorded. Mrs. Mackenzie then bequeathed it to the RSPCA on the Isle of Wight who kept it for a further four years. In fact, between 1995 and 2011, just 150 were covered as backed up by Harwoods service history printouts. Most of which were going to and from Harwoods where it was regularly MoT'd and serviced. The RSPCA then sold it on via the Island Auction Rooms to the vendor who has also covered only a few hundred miles. Enclosed within the history file are bills detailing basic service items as well as a new radiator, V5C and an MoT test certificate valid for 12 months. Complete also with hood bag and tonneau cover, this Midget is, quite simply, in great condition. 

Registration : ADA 714T Chassis Number : GHD5-485767G Engine Number : 30445 Odometer reading : 51,200 miles Estimate : £4,500 - £6,000 The MGB was launched in May 1962 to replace the MGA. Introduced as a four-cylinder roadster, a coupé with 2+2 seating was added in 1965, with production continuing until October 1980. The MGB GT sported a ground-breaking design by Pininfarina with the launch of its sporty 'hatchback' style. By combining the sloping rear window with the rear deck lid, the GT offered the utility of a hatchback whilst retaining the style and shape of a coupé. Acceleration of the GT was slightly slower than that of the Roadster due to its increased weight although top speed was improved by 5mph to 105mph due to better aerodynamics. This MGB GT was one of the last of the production run and as such, is fitted with the 'deck chair' style seating and rubber bumpers. During our test drive, the BGT performed very well with everything working correctly, including the overdrive unit on the gearbox. With a number of previous MoT test certificates in the file, the indications are that the mileage of 51,200 is correct, although this is not warranted. Finished in Russet Brown and supplied with a V5 registration document together with a current MoT test certificate this is a highly useable classic car. 

Registration : D931 ELL Chassis Number : SAJBN1047HC467768 Engine Number : 7PS6941SA Odometer reading : 8,765 miles Estimate : No Reserve The first XJ was launched in 1968; a designation which has been used for successive Jaguar flagship models ever since, and was also the last Jaguar saloon to have had the input of Sir William Lyons, the company's founder. In late 1979, the XJ was face-lifted and was known as the 'Series III.' Using the long-wheelbase version of the car, the XJ6 incorporated a subtle redesign by Pininfarina. Externally, the most obvious changes over the Series II were flush door handles for increased safety, a one-piece front door glass, a grill with only vertical vanes and a revised roofline with narrower door frames and increased glass area. The introduction of the Series III model also saw the option of a sunroof and cruise control for the first time on any XJ models and, of course, the option of that creamy 5.3 litre, V12 engine. This fabulous example was originally was ordered by Mr. Joseph Sikorski (of Helicopter fame) through Jaguar/Saab dealer, Cooke Motors, Calgary, British Columbia. Enclosed is the original supplying dealer invoice of CAN$56,000. Optional extras included heated seats, radar detector, body mouldings, Jaguar floor mats and a large leaping Jaguar mascot. The body colour is Tungsten Grey with Saville Grey leather interior throughout. Sikorski then relocated himself and his family to England however the attachment to the car was so strong, he had it air-freighted as well. It was delivered to HR Owen in 1998 at 69,856km where, as per type approval, a new speedometer head and necessary other conversions were completed. Paperwork exists to back up the original mileage of 43,406 combined with the more current 8,765 to total just 52,171. The car was then sold Mr. W. Howell in November 2005 with 5,212m recorded and has very little use since although the MoT test history was kept up to date with a total use of just over 3,500m in the past ten years, during which time, it was stored in a dehumidified garage. It has recently undergone a total brake replacement (with calliper overhaul) including new front and rear discs and pads, rear inner discs, a major service with all oils, filters, plugs, the ignition system replacement with new HT leads, coils and distributor caps, fuel pump replacement and front suspension top mounts as well as a new battery. It will be supplied with a current V5C, a new MoT test certificate as well as a Jaguar/Daimler Heritage Certificate-all detailed in 40 page presentation folder.  

Registration : S650 HBW Chassis Number : wbscm92060lb29082 Engine Number : 60131787 Odometer reading : 126,000 miles Estimate : £10,000 - £15,000 When the director of design at BMW first saw the coupe version of the Z3, there was a long silence. Not least because this was 'mocked-up' by a handful of dedicated designers during evenings and weekends. Like the GT6 and MGBGT, two acknowledged influences, this wasn't just a convertible with a hardtop. The entire chassis was redesigned, the roof lengthened, more power added (obviously) and finer, under the skin details, like cooling fins on the differential. The engine is the same 3.2 litre unit from an M3, an almost absurd amount of horsepower per unit weight. With over 6,000 miles of testing at the Nürburgring, you can be sure this is well tested and up to the task of shifting you and a friend up to a (limited) 155mph and back down again equally quickly, all within the confines of BMW's legendary build quality. With prices climbing rapidly, assuming you can find one; these desirable coupes are now attracting attention from both collectors and investors. Simply flicking through the history file, the care, attention and expenditure is legion. New discs, callipers, pads and tyres as well as other expendables have been regularly changed along with the exhaust recently and much more besides. The chassis has been upgraded with height adjustable coil-over suspension and all the suspension bushes have been updated to polyurethane. An MoT test certificate valid until March 2016 is present as is the UK registration certificate and history file. 

Registration : VDA159H Chassis Number : 2301000 Engine Number : 110F000 Odometer reading : 12,000 km Estimate : £5,500 - £8,500 The Fiat 500 was produced between 1957 and 1975 with limited production of the Fiat 500K estate continuing until 1977. It was designed by Dante Giacosa and, despite its diminutive size, the 500 proved to be an enormously practical and popular vehicle throughout Europe; capturing the hearts and minds of the public. Launched as the Nuova (new) 500, it was marketed as a cheap and practical town car. Measuring only three meters long and originally powered by a tiny 479cc two-cylinder, air-cooled engine, the 500 redefined the term 'small car' and is considered one of the first city cars.   This completely original Fiat 500L (Lusso or luxury) was imported to the UK last year, acquired from the Italian family who purchased the car when new. It has never been restored and the vendor believes that it has only covered 8,000 miles which, although not substantiated, the overall condition would indicate that to be correct. On arrival in the UK, it was fully checked through which included having some water hoses replaced. Finished in beige with black seats and the original red over-mats, this charming car is supplied with a V5C registration document, an MoT test certificate which expires in December and copies of the original Italian log book. This is a delightful example that is both fun and economical to use.  

Registration : J50 AUL Chassis Number : WPOZZZ94ZMN430514 Engine Number : 42MD1571 Odometer reading : 90,763 miles Estimate : £5,500 - £8,000 The Porsche 944 was built from 1982 to 1991 and was built on the same platform as the 924. The 944 was intended to last into the 1990s but major revisions planned for a 944 S3 model were eventually rolled into the 968 instead which replaced the 944. The 944 was a successful model and was available as both a coupé and cabriolet in naturally aspirated and turbocharged forms. In mid-1985, the Porsche 944 underwent significant changes. These included a new dashboard together with new door panels, embedded radio antenna as well as some mechanical changes. Also included was a larger fuel tank, optional heated and powered seats, Porsche Hi-Fi sound system and revisions in the mounting of the transaxle to reduce noise and vibration. The numbers built, reflecting the popularity of the model, made it one of the most successful cars in Porsche's history. Registered to a specialist in London, the last keeper owned this good-looking car since 1996. Presented in classic Porsche Guards Red with black Logo Linen sports seats, the overall condition is good, it has recently had full body strip-down and repaint with undercarriage and arches resealed and all brakes replaced including discs and pads all round. Not only that but it benefits from a major service including all oil filters, plugs and coils. The alloy wheels have been stripped and refurbished, a replacement clutch fitted 2,500 miles ago and a cambelt replacement undergone within the last 5,000 miles. The most recent service took place within the last 200 miles with service records coming from Porsche specialists and Porsche themselves. Everything works as it should with power hood operating up and down in record time. Included are the correct and original leather handbooks, service booklet and both keys. A full V5C registration document and new MoT test certificate can be found within the history file making this example a sound and unmodified 944 S2 with a total use of less than 9,935 miles recorded in last seven years. 

Registration: H408AGN Chassis Number: WDB1260392A592280 Engine Number: 1179682280 Odometer reading: 45,000 miles Estimate: £18,000 - £22,000 The Mercedes-Benz W126 model was the successor to the earlier W116 line, and the second generation of the Mercedes-Benz flagship to officially bear the S-Class name meaning Sonderklasse or 'special class'. The W126 debuted a new Mercedes-Benz design style which was subsequently used on other vehicles in the company's lineup. The model range also introduced many Mercedes-Benz safety innovations, including the first airbag (supplemental restraint systems), seatbelt pre-tensioners, and traction control. Six years of development resulted in the W126 model being introduced at the International Motor Show in Frankfurt in September 1979, with design work on the coupé beginning immediately after. Because the appearance differed from the rest of the Mercedes-Benz fleet at that time, some people did not appreciate the design at its launch. Compared to its predecessor, the new model had a sleeker, lower profile look, with more aerodynamic qualities than previous models. For the first time, a Mercedes-Benz saloon was not equipped with traditional chrome bumpers; polyurethane deformable bumpers were used, and visually aligned with body panels. This Mercedes-Benz 560 SEL is finished in dark metallic grey with beige interior and could only be described as unmarked. However, this 560 SEL is unlike no other as the passenger compartment is armoured and in addition the glass is bullet proof. The glass is in first class condition with no sign of any de-lamination at all. The category of protection is B6, it should however be noted the validation certificate has now expired. The car was chauffeur driven to transport a member of the Saudi Arabian royal family around, hence the low mileage and immaculate condition of this Mercedes-Benz. Supplied with a V5 registration document and a full Mercedes-Benz service history, this 560 SEL is a unique motor vehicle.

Registration : JO 9231 Chassis Number : 33694 Engine Number : 6803 Odometer reading : 17,624 miles Estimate : £7,500 - £9,500 Bicycle manufacturer William Morris introduced his first car, the 'Bullnose' Oxford, in 1913 starting a tradition of Morris Oxfords that was to continue right up until 1971. With an enviable reputation for reliability and quality, by the end of the 1920s Morris had become Britain's largest car manufacturer holding a 51% share of its home market. Although smaller models- such as the 'Minor' and the 'Ten'- were the mainstays of the range, Morris also maintained an interest in larger cars. A completely new car was announced for 1934 with a longer and stronger chassis and flexible mountings for the 2002cc engine whilst the gearbox gained synchromesh. Initially it kept the 'Six' name (reflecting the number of cylinders in the engine) but this changed to 'Sixteen' which came from the car's tax horsepower category. 'Old Jo' as this Oxford Six is affectionately known is in absolutely lovely condition and has been a regular sight at historic car shows in Surrey and Sussex for the last 20 years. The vendor is reluctantly selling to make space for a recent purchase and is looking for a new home that will hopefully cherish 'Old Jo' in the same way he has. The exterior is finished in blue over black paintwork and the interior has blue carpets and blue leather bench seats, front and rear, which are also in very good condition. The car was manufactured with several interesting features such as a fold-out table for rear seat passengers, a rear window privacy blind (driver operated), a sliding roof to let the sun in and a hydraulic brake system which was still uncommon even on more expensive makes at the time. The car was restored between 1972 and 1976, when some features such as the freewheel option were disabled to make the car safer for modern roads. The car has a wealth of history including the 1934 Operation Manual, a fold-out Lube Chart, a DVLA-supplied keeper history and a stamped road tax license book showing history from 1956 to 1963. Also included within the file is a current MoT test certificate to May 2016 as well as previous ones dating back to 2001. The file also contains invoices from the last 20 years which confirm the high standard of care and maintenance that the car has been subject to. All in all, 'Old Jo' would seem like an ideal vintage investment! 

Registration : K312EDP Chassis Number : WBAEG22000CB57875 Engine Number : 60190372 Odometer reading : 85,000 miles Estimate : £8,000 - £11,000 Design of the 8 Series began in 1984 with the final design phase and production development in 1986. The 8 Series debuted at the Frankfurt Motor Show in early September 1989. The 8 Series was designed to move beyond the market of the original 6 Series. The 8 Series however had substantially improved performance, as well as a far higher purchase price. Over DM1.5b was spent on development; BMW used CAD tools, still unusual at the time, to design the car's all-new body. Combined with wind tunnel testing, the resulting car had a drag coefficient of 0.29, a major improvement from the previous BMW M6 635CSi's 0.39. The 8 Series supercar offered the first V-12 engine mated to a six-speed manual gearbox on a road car. It was also one of the first vehicles to be fitted with an electronic 'drive-by-wire' throttle. The 8 Series was one of BMW's first cars, together with the Z1, to use a multi-link rear axle. While CAD modeling allowed the car's body to be 8lb lighter than that of its predecessor, the car was significantly heavier when completed due to the large engine and added luxury items. Some of the car's weight may have been due to its pillarless 'hardtop' body style which lacked a 'B' post. This body style, originating in the United States in the late 1940s, was abandoned by Detroit in the late 1970s. The 850i was the first model launched in 1990 with the five litre M70B50 V12 engine producing 296hp. It was available with either a four-speed automatic or a six-speed manual gearbox. This 1992 850i, fitted with the automatic gearbox option, has been maintained since new and has had very little use since 2006; in fact the MoT test certificates show that the car has only covered 1,200 miles since then. Finished in calypso red with silver/grey leather interior, this is supplied with a V5C registration document, an MoT test certificate which expires in February 2016, a handbook pack with owner's manual, service book and all the other manufacturer supplied manuals. The car also comes with two keys and a file containing old registration documents, MoT test certificates and invoices. This is an opportunity to purchase BMW marque's 'top of the range' grand tourer of the period for a fraction of the original cost. 

Registration : TBC  Chassis Number : CT68492L Odometer reading : 110,000 km Estimate : £10,000 - £15,000 Produced between 1961 and 1967, the Triumph TR4 combined a new, modern and aggressive body design by famed Italian stylist, Giovanni Michelotti, with the basic chassis of the previous TR3A. The TR4 also improved passenger comfort with wind-up windows, face-level ventilation and an optional hardtop. The 2,138cc engine of the late-production TR3A continued while the 1,991cc engine was also made available to buyers who wanted to participate in two-litre racing. When equipped with the optional overdrive, the TR4 was good for a top speed of almost 110mph. The TR4A debuted in 1965 and introduced an all-new independent rear suspension system which provided exceptional rear-wheel camber control with excellent wheel travel, while softer springs improved the ride quality. Some 28,465 TR4A roadsters were produced between 1965 and August 1967 and of those, 75% were equipped with the new IRS, including the car offered here. Today, the four-cylinder TRs are among the easiest of post-war classic sports cars to own and maintain, being supported by a multitude of component suppliers and other specialists. This TR4A was imported from North Carolina in the United States and presents extremely well with both the resplendent green paintwork and brightwork in very good order. The black leather upholstery is equally good due to an earlier restoration and indeed, a look underneath the car is enough to inspire confidence in the quality of this example and the previous workmanship. Currently awaiting the V5 registration document from the DVLA which is expected prior to the auction, the vendor explains that this is a lovely drive and is sure that it is a future classic.    Please note:  Contrary to the catalogue which has been amended the car has NOT got Independent Rear Suspension

Registration : YFY422 Chassis Number : 11407222002490 Engine Number : 11098122003462 Odometer reading : 83,000  Estimate : £12,000 - £15,000 The W114 coupé hailed a completely new range of cars for Mercedes-Benz. Unlike everything else on offer, this did not take any previous elements from the standard 180 from the 1950's. A new designer was also bought in, Paul Bracq, who penned a pure and uncluttered motorcar. The roofline came down and the seats lowered to maintain headroom. The pillars were removed and all four windows wound down completely out of sight. The engine was a 2.5 litre, fuel injected unit with Bosch Jetronic injection delivering 148bhp and propelling this model up to a perfectly respectable 115mph, especially in those days. This excellent 1972 Mercedes-Benz 280CE was with the last owner for twenty years and it has just been taken out of a heated garage where it had been stored for fourteen years. The vendor has carried out a service and fitted a new battery and informs us that it started first time after its sleep and looks and drives amazing. This rare righthand drive example fitted with the very desirable 2.8 litre, twin cam engine was supplied new in the UK with a number of factory extras including electric windows and electric sunroof. Finished in signal red with Mercedes tex biscuit interior this fine example is supplied with a V5 registration document, an MoT test certificate which expires in April 2016, service book and a file containing old MoT test certificates and invoices. This is an opportunity to purchase the rarest of the top of the range 114 coupés with less than 50 280CE's in the UK.  

Registration : RZ 7734 Chassis Number : SVJ55 Engine Number : S92J Odometer reading : 39,140  Estimate : £38,000 - £42,000 The Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn is a car that was produced by Rolls-Royce at their Crewe works between 1949 and 1955. It was the first Rolls-Royce car to be offered with a factory built body which it shared, along with its chassis, with the Bentley Mk. VI until 1952 and then the Bentley R-Type until production finished in 1955. The car was first introduced as an export only model. The lefthand drive models had a column gear shift, while righthand drives had a floor gear shift by the door. A mere 760 were produced between 1949 and 1955. Earlier models up to circa May 1954 had a different fascia (dashboard) from the Bentley Mk. VI and R-Type and were fitted with a single exhaust system. The in-line six-cylinder engine had overhead inlet and side exhaust valves and had a capacity of 4,257cc until 1951 when it was enlarged to 4,566cc. The carburettor was a single downdraught Stromberg until 1952 when it was replaced by a Zenith. The suspension was independent at the front using coil springs; at the rear the live axle used half elliptic leaf springs. Servo assisted 12.25" drum brakes were hydraulically operated at the front but retained mechanical operation at the rear. Although many cars were fitted with factory built bodies, others were supplied to external coachbuilders. This handsome Silver Dawn is finished in two-tone Sable over Sand with Champagne Beige interior. The car is in very good order and has clearly been lovingly cared for and the current vendor is a very knowledgeable Rolls-Royce enthusiast. Benefitting from automatic transmission and described as being quiet, smooth and pleasant to drive, this Silver Dawn's coachwork is in very good condition and the leather trim is virtually unmarked. Supplied with a V5 registration document and a good history file, this delightful Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn is ready for someone to step in and enjoy. 

Registration : OHK 59P Chassis Number : 124376X145413 Engine Number : 7145413VI129MS Odometer reading : 900 miles Estimate : £32,000 - £37,000 Photo's courtesy of Matthew Woods Photography The truly outstanding vehicle offered here is an original all numbers matching 350ci, four-speed manual Camaro, built in the GM factory in Antwerp, Belgium. It was picked from the production line by a senior manager to be his private vehicle. He had the engine blue printed and balanced before it was then put into the car. The present owner has had the vehicle for 15 years and for the 18 years prior, it was in the ownership of a close friend who eventually, after much negotiating agreed to sell it to him. With the current owner, the proprietor of a car restoration company, the 'no expense spared' restoration has been handled entirely in-house. It has been subject to one of the most comprehensive restorations we have seen with over 800 hours in the bodywork and paint alone. Presented in the correct Chevrolet Granada Gold with the black sides, a tribute to famed Chevrolet driver Smokey Yunick who raced in these colours the car had covered just 37,000 miles from new and with the engine an original matching numbers item, it has had a full rebuild with a Weiand manifold and Holley Avenger carburettor. The numbers matching four-speed Muncie gearbox has also been completely rebuilt and draws its power from the engine via the original skimmed flywheel and new clutch assembly. The rear axle is the original factory installed 12 bolt positraction unit also with the correct code stamps. The front suspension clip and body shell, which sits on new 17" five-spoke wheels and tyres, are stamped with the correct numbers, the factory Gold 'deluxe' interior is described as perfect and the power assisted brakes are completely refurbished. The master cylinder is new, the front callipers have been re-sleeved in stainless steel and all pipe work is also new. With a new stainless steel exhaust system, all new factory correct suspension, rebuilt power steering and new factory correct wiring, the front clip was sand blasted, painted and rebuilt using factory correct bushes and parts. This is a very exciting car to drive, the power steering & brakes combined with the power of the engine make it a real treat and with just 900 miles since the 'money-no-object' restoration it can certainly be considered one of the best examples available. 

Registration : GVU 487D Chassis Number : CL23G63247786 Engine Number : CL23G63247786 Odometer reading : 60,050 km Estimate : £9,000 - £13,000 The Newport was the name used by the Chrysler division of the Chrysler Corporation for both a hardtop body and for its lowest priced models between 1961 and 1981. The 1965 Newport was built on an all-new Chrysler C platform. Shared with the 300 and New Yorker, the styling mimicked the square lines of the Lincoln Continental and the 1964 Imperial. The standard engine offering was a 6.3 litre, V8 with two-barrel carburettor and 270bhp. Optionally available at extra cost was the 383 with four-barrel carburetion and 315bhp. Standard transmission was a three-speed column shifted manual and optionally available was the three-speed Torqueflite automatic transmission. Interiors featured padded instrument panels, full carpeting and choices of cloth-and-vinyl or all-vinyl standard bench or notchback bench seats with armrest. The 1966 Newport received new grill work and revised taillights but was otherwise changed very little from 1965; with the 270bhp, 6.3 litre, two-barrel continuing as standard. This example has spent most of its life under single family ownership, garaged in Arizona and looks as splendid today as it must have when bought new in 1966 with its gleaming black coachwork, contrasting blood red interior and fantastic chrome highlights. The current owner resides in the UK but often holidays in the States and, rather than pay for a modern hire car, decided to buy a true American classic. The car was thus driven from its purchase in Arizona, across the Mojave Desert to his holiday destination with friends in Palm Springs. Driving across the desert in 42° centigrade is not for the faint hearted and rather ambitious in a newly purchased classic car but the Newport didn't skip a beat and with the air conditioning operating as you would hope, the pillar-less coupé provided as comfortable a journey as could be hoped for . . . even returning near 18mpg! Having covered a mere 60,000 miles since new and offered with recent import and receipts (including original titles), V5 Registration document, operating instructions handbook, registration certificates proving mileage and even the original cheque used to purchase the car, this is a rare American car with a genuine history to back up its claims. With powered brakes and steering, a new MoT test certificate until spring 2016 and such an attractive estimate, this is an outstanding example of classic 60s American style. 

Estimate : £23,000 - £27,000 1966 was the last year Ford offered the original Mustang Fastback and it proved to be a stellar year in sales. In all, about 35,000 Mustang Fastbacks were produced in 1966 with just 7,889 being 'Luxury' versions consequently making this model highly sought after by Mustang collectors. The '66 model Fastback featured a re-designed grill, new instrument cluster and new styled wheels. An automatic gearbox option was also introduced for the V8. Although other Mustangs in 1966 sported the Mustang Pony emblem directly behind the front wheel wells, the GT Mustang featured a special GT emblem in its place. One of the most distinct features of the 1966 Fastback Mustang is the car's exit vents, which work with the vehicle's fully functional 'silent-flo' interior ventilation system. This 1965 manufactured Mustang 289 Fastback has been the subject of a full restoration in the recent past which included engine rebuild, body/frame restoration, a full repaint and new interior. The car is equipped with a 302 cubic inch engine, mated to a four-speed, manual gearbox and has been upgraded to disc brakes on all four wheels. It is finished in metallic Caspian Blue with white Le Mans stripes and is complemented by a black interior. It sits on a new set of 15x7" Revolution alloy wheels and virtually new tyres. Factory, manual Mustangs with four-speed transmission are becoming increasingly difficult to find, especially considering the added bonus of disc brakes all round, this example offers excellent performance and is a delight to drive. Supplied with a copy of the original title and a NOVA certificate enabling the car to be registered in the UK, together with an MoT test certificate valid until May 2016; this is an opportunity to acquire a Mustang that has benefitted from significant time and financial investment. 

Estimate : £32,000 - £38,000 The Ford Mustang is an American icon and was originally based on the Ford Falcon compact. The first production Mustang rolled off the assembly line in Dearborn, Michigan on 9th March 1964 and was introduced to the public at the New York World's Fair on 17th April 1964. It was, and remains, one of the most successful product launches in automotive history. The Mustang sold over one million units in its first 18 months on the market and its legend lives on with revised models still in production today after 50 years. With each revision, the Mustang saw an increase in overall dimensions and in engine power. By 1969, the muscle car race was on and Ford offered a 351, 428 Cobra jet and other performance engines in most models, although often ordered with the Fastback and Mach One cars. The '69 Boss 302 and Shelby (available since 1965), were speciality Mustangs offered with both high performance engines and race-breed suspensions. This stunning Mustang Fastback GT390 has been owned and driven by a well respected enthusiastic vendor. The manual gearbox mated to a high performance engine combine to make this a very special Mustang. The condition of the car is excellent with the blue paintwork virtually unmarked, as is the black interior. Supplied with a V5 registration document and a current MoT test certificate, together with some service history, this Mustang Fastback is a very good example and one that drives, looks and sound superb. 

Registration : 611 YUB Chassis Number : J595103059 Odometer reading : 46,000 km Estimate : £38,000 - £42,000 General Motors designer Harley Earl loved sports cars and was influenced by the GIs bringing home MGs, Jaguars, Alfa Romeos and the like after hostilities ceased in Europe in 1945. Even the small independent carmaker, Nash Motors, began selling a two-seater sports car in 1951. Earl convinced GM that they also needed to build a two-seat sports car. Earl and his Special Projects crew began working on the new car later that year which was code named 'Opel'. The result was the 1953 Corvette taking its name from the corvette, a small, maneuverable fighting frigate and was unveiled to the public at that year's Motorama Car Show. The first Corvettes were virtually hand-built in Flint, Michigan in Chevrolet's Customer Delivery Center. The outer body was made out of a revolutionary new composite material called fiberglass, selected, in part, because of limiting steel quotas left over from the Korean War. Underneath that radical new body was standard Chevrolet components including the 'Blue Flame' in-line six-cylinder truck engine, two-speed Powerglide automatic transmission and drum brakes from Chevrolet's regular car line. We are delighted to offer this classic 1959 V8 Corvette Roadster, described as being in excellent condition throughout. The coachwork is presented in the classic Signet Red with white coves and complemented by a matching white and red interior. This breath-taking example was restored in the 1990s and the condition today reflects the quality of that restoration. It is believed that during that restoration the original three-speed manual gearbox was converted to four-speed, resulting in the Corvette being much more useable, especially in traffic. We understand that the car originated from Arkansas where it had only one owner before being exported to a motor museum in Athens. Imported from Greece into the UK in 2010, the Corvette has a UK V5 registration document and a current MoT test certificate. Within the history file can be found various invoices, an owner's manual and US Certificate of Title document from Arizona. A fabulous piece of American automotive engineering that only awaits a lucky new owner. 

Registration : LNE800 Chassis Number : 660271 Engine Number : 2004-7 Odometer reading : 33,260 miles Estimate : £43,000 - £48,000 The Jaguar XK120 was manufactured between 1948 and 1954 and was their first post-war sportscar; it succeeded the SS100 which ceased production in 1940. The XK120 was launched in roadster form at the 1948 London Motor Show as a test bed and show car for the new Jaguar XK engine. It caused a sensation which persuaded William Lyons to put it into production. The '120' in its name referred to its 120mph top speed which made it the world's fastest standard production car at the time of its launch. It was available in two convertible versions; first as the roadster then also as a drophead coupé from 1953 and as a closed or fixedhead coupé from 1951. This righthand drive XK120 Roadster was purchased by the vendor in 1975 as a project car from a dealer in the Midlands; after about a year of owning it, he decided to carry out a body-off restoration. A 3.8 litre, Jaguar Mk. II in reasonable condition was purchased as a donor car for the engine, gearbox with overdrive and the rear axle; all were fitted together with panard rods and radius arms on the rear axle to stop it moving in any direction. Next, he found a Jaguar Mk. IX in a local breakers yard which supplied the Dunlop disc braking system. After restoring the chassis he found a person who specialised in Jaguar bodywork and a deal was struck where he paid £100 and when that was used up, he paid another £100 - this worked well to start with but when he got a bill for £600 which he was not expecting , he took the car home and finished it himself. Not satisfied with the power output from the 3.8 litre engine, the vendor managed to find a Jaguar 4.2 litre unit which was reputed to have only done 20,000 miles since a major overhaul - and this is how we find the car today. This 'fast road' XK120 has been fully maintained and serviced since the rebuild and is 'on the button'; it starts easily, runs well and is ready to use. Finished in British Racing Green with red leather interior and black toneau cover, it comes supplied with a V5C registration document and some old MoT test certificates. This is a very reliable, well-built special and is ready to be appreciated as such. 

Registration : A2 URC Chassis Number : SCBZK15C3WCH61578 Engine Number : 89090L410MT2T Odometer reading : 40,223 miles Estimate : £45,000 - £50,000 The Bentley Azure was launched in 1995 and based on the platform of the Continental R coupé which had been launched in 1991. The Azure often surprised with its size and bulk, intended to both convey a sense of presence and allow for comfortable seating of four adult passengers. Power came from the company's stalwart 6.75 litre V8, featuring a single intercooled turbocharger producing in the region of 380bhp. The gearbox was a General Motors sourced four-speed automatic unit with the Azure capable of 0 to 60mph in an impressive 6.1 seconds. Owing to the limited space at Bentley's Crewe factory, the Azure was designed and manufactured by Pininfarina, significantly adding to the vehicle's production cost. From 1999, the Azure was also available in 'Mulliner Trim' which added special bespoke trim and additional equipment, thus allowing the buyer the option for further customisation during the build process. Pricing varied as equipment could be significantly different from one to the next depending on personal preferences. This stunning Bentley Azure was originally registered on 30th September 1997 and has been owned by the current registered keeper since 2002. Finished in Diamond Black Metallic paintwork and a black hood with Silverstone interior and a black/Silverstone split top roll, Silverstone knee roll and grey carpets. Traditional figured dark walnut further compliments the luxurious interior. Mulliner wing vents are fitted to both front wings as are the correct Azure wheels with blue Bentley badging. Supplied with a V5 registration document and an MoT test certificate valid until 6th March 2016, together with the original service book with nine stamps, this Bentley is supplied with the interesting number plate of A2URC. The Bentley Azure is a Grand Tourer offering enormous style and luxury , this example is no exception. 

Registration : H5844 BBC Chassis Number : 10702422001139 Engine Number : 11798222013981 Estimate : No Reserve Master impressionist, Peter Sellers, spent his childhood travelling the vaudeville circuit where he gained a fondness for entertaining and a desire to succeed. After returning home from the war, Sellers joined the BBC launching The Goon Show with his (to be) life- long friends Spike Milligan, Harry Secombe, Michael Bentine and Wallace Greenslade. Radio was but the start of this comedy maverick's extraordinary career. Hollywood beckoned with Sophia Loren and The Millionairess and the Oscar nominated, Dr. Strangelove but in 1963, he hit gold with Inspector Clouseau, The Pink Panther's bumbling master of disguise. With over 60 films to his name as well as a solid position within the heart of the nation, Sellers also has another side, his love of cars. Before he moved over to a mouth-watering selection of Ferraris, Sellers had more modest tastes, these included a number of Minis as well as one particular Mercedes-Benz 450SLC... H5844 BBC was first registered to Mr. Blake Edwards, director of The Pink Panther films, in 1975 before it passed on Peter Sellers. His tenure was relatively brief and in the intervening years, it would appear to have had just five other owners. Although it is reported to have been restored in the 1980's, the current condition is very much in an unrestored state. It does not move under its own power and will require patience to bring this interesting piece of social and comedic history back to a condition worthy of the great man. 

Registration : VGM 60K Chassis Number : 9111101195 Engine Number : 6112016 Odometer reading : 11,700 miles Estimate : £30,000 - £40,000 The original Porsche 911, with its famous, distinctive and durable design was introduced in the Autumn of 1963 and built until 1989. Mechanically, the 911 was notable for being rear engined and air-cooled. From its inception, the 911 was modified both by private racing teams and the Porsche factory itself for racing, rallying and other types of automotive competition. The original 911 series is often cited as the most successful competition car ever, especially when its variations are included; mainly the powerful 911-derived 935 which won 24 Hours du Mans and other major sports cars races. The 1972-1973 models all got a new, larger 2341cc engine. This is universally known as the '2.4L' engine, despite its displacement being closer to 2.3 litres; perhaps to emphasize the increase over the 2.2 litre engine. The new power ratings were 130hp for the T, 165hp for the E and 190hp for the S. In March of last year, all Porsche main dealers received an invitation from Porsche GB in Reading. The challenge was to source an original air-cooled car, strip it, restore it and present it, fully restored, at the Classic Car Show at the Birmingham NEC to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the production of the flagship car, the 911. After much soul-searching and time spent in the small ads and on various well-known internet based auction websites, Porsche Centre Brooklands found and bought two cars - a 911 Carrera Targa and this 911T. Eventually the Carrera received the treatment from the fastidious workshops whilst the T was 'rested' - the reasoning being that the Carrera was thought to be a more viable project given the time frame allowed. The overall condition of the 911T reflects the time spent unused - over the last 28 years just two owners are recorded with the last valid tax disc showing 1988. The panels, in their original Viper Green, will need repair or replacement; however, the interior is complete and in reasonably good condition, it even has the correct (and extremely hard to find) steering wheel. The matching engine rotates and shows good oil pressure but does not fire as it is missing its distributor. The car, overall, requires a full restoration but the important question to ask is, how often do opportunities like this come along? A complete and original 911T, ready for restoration and most certainly worth it. Interested parties should note that a video exists showing the engine cranking, during which it was observed that the oil pressure light went out indicating good pressure. 

Registration : NOW868F Chassis Number : CP/ 2267 Engine Number : CP/ 2867 Odometer reading : 32,851 miles Estimate : £34,000 - £37,500 The Triumph TR5 was manufactured for just 13 months, from August 1967 through to September 1968 and is the most sought after of the Michelotti /Karmann-styled Triumph sports roadsters, combining the most elegant early looks with all-independent suspension and the best engine. Optional extras included overdrive, wire wheels and the Surrey top with detachable roof panel. Visually identical to the Michelotti-styled TR4, the TR5 hid its main differences under the body and the most significant of these was the engine, the first British production sports car unit to feature petrol injection. The 2,498cc straight-six used Lucas' new indirect injection system to develop 150bhp. It's the TR5 that aficionados seek out as the most attractive and collectible of the series. Supplied with a British Heritage certificate, this righthand drive (home-market) car comes with the desirable extras of overdrive and wire wheels. It is in its correct and original colour of Wedgwood Blue with a black interior and left the factory on May 20th 1968 to be delivered to dealers, Sparshatts of Southampton. The previous, long term, owner purchased the car fifteen years ago and carried out some restoration work to the car, including the fitment of a new clutch as well as a gearbox and overdrive unit overhaul in 2001, since when the car has covered an average of only 500 miles each year. The car is presented in excellent order with very good panel fit. There is a substantial history file with the car which includes previous MoT test certificates, copies of previous V5 registration certificates and a number of invoices. Prospective buyers should be aware that at some point in the car's history there has been an engine change and that the odometer stopped working at 32,851 miles.This rare and desirable Triumph comes with an MoT test certificate valid until September 2015 and a V5C registration certificate has been applied for.