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Oxford Commercials and Automobile Company Diecast 1:76 scale including no.76SET01 Triple Ice Cream Set; 76AK005 Austin Service K8 Threeway Van; 76TV008; 76CM001 BR Commer Q25; 76AK004 Nottingham Austin Wayfarer Ambulance ; 76BT2001 Bentley T2; 76BLP001 BL Princess; 76XJS001 Jaguar XJS; 76CV001 caravan all original Perspex boxes and card sleeves (68)
A collection of military cap badges, shoulder titles and collar badges and other badges, comprising, Manchester 5th Volunteers Btn; The Yorkshire Regiment; Royal Engineers; Northumberland Fusiliers; Queens Own Rifles of Canada; Artists Rifles; Liverpool and Scottish; Kings Own Scottish Borderers; Highlanders; Army Cyclists Corps; Newcastle Volunteer Training Corps; South Carolina Highway Patrol; Lancashire Automobile Club 1947; On War Service etc.
A collection of Jaguar model cars varying in scale. To include a 1:18 scale Tecnomodel Mythos Jaguar XJS Tourist Trophy 1982 winner (20/95pcs), a 1:43 scale Corgi Jaguar XJ6 Series 1, a 1:43 scale WhiteBox Jaguar XFR 2010 (1/1000pcs), a 1:43 scale WhiteBox Jaguar XJ-S (1/1000s), a 1:43 scale WhiteBox Jaguar MK II 1960 (1/1000pcs), a 1:43 scale Oxford Automobile Company Jaguar XK150 FHC and a 1:43 scale Neo Jaguar 420G. Together with 1:43 scale IXO model cars; 1972 Jaguar XJ MK I, 1976 Jaguar XJ12C (Coupe) and a Jaguar XFR 2010. (10)
A collection of fourteen Rolls Royce model cars varying in size and model manufacturer. To include an immaculate Minichamps 1:18 scale Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud II- 1960, a 1:18 scale Paragon Rolls Royce Silver Shadow MPW 2-Door Coupe and a 1:43 scale Neo Rolls Royce Phantom VI- 1968. Together with, 1:43 scale TSM Model: Rolls Royce Ghost- 2009, Rolls Royce Phantom Coupe- 2009, Rolls Royce Silver Spur II- 1991 and a Rolls Royce Phantom- 2009. Unbranded 1:43 scale: Rolls Royce Silver Shadow (1/300pcs), Rolls Royce Corniche, Rolls Royce Silver Spirit and a Rolls Royce Camargue. 1:43 scale Oxford Automobile Company: Rolls Royce Phantom V James Young, Rolls Royce Silver Cloud 1 and a Rolls Royce Corniche convertible. (14)
* Brooklands Automobile Racing Club. A collection of enamelled membership badges, comprising 1923 BARC, reverse numbered 575, BARC 1932, reverse numbered 940, BARC 1935, reverse numbered 883, together with a circular dashboard badge for Napier Campbell The Blue Bird Great Britain, 58mm diameter, a British Motor Cycle Racing Club lapel badge for 1934 plus a mixed collection of bronze prize medals including Exeter College Boat Club 1862, cased, military badges and other itemsQty: (29)
* Propeller. An inter-war Pobjoy propeller clock c.1937, made from a laminated two blade mahogany propeller, the boss stamped POBJOY NIAGRA L.H.T. NO.Z27002, the opposite side stamped D2160 P1870 A.C. 50907 MAR/37, with brass tips, encompassing a period Smiths automobile/aircraft clock by Smiths, with circular silvered dial, black arabic numerals and large winding crown to the side, 15 x 28cmQty: (1)NOTESThe British air-cooled, seven-cylinder radial aircraft engine was designed and built by Pobjoy Airmotors. It was first introduced in 1926 and used to power ultralight and small aircraft during the 1930s.
The Ex-Midge Wilby, 1939 Scottish RAC Rally1937 Atalanta 2-Litre SportsRegistration no. HMX 957Chassis no. 1011Engine no. 1009•One of only two short-chassis cars of fewer than 20 produced•One of only two with the Gough 2-litre engine•Present ownership since 2007•Le Mans Classic eligibleFootnotes:A short-lived but highly regarded manufacturer, Atalanta Motors of Staines, Middlesex was the brainchild of Alfred Gough, designer of the overhead-camshaft Frazer Nash engine. Gough was joined in his new venture by another ex-FN employee, draughtsman Peter Crosby, while financial backing came principally from undergraduates Peter Whitehead and Neil Watson, the former a future Le Mans winner and the latter heir to the Burma Oils fortune. Other luminaries of the British Motor industry that played a part in the Atalanta story include Wally Hamill (Dunlop and Morris); Eric Scott (Specialoid pistons); A C Bertelli (ex-Aston Martin); and Dennis Poore (Manganese Bronze Holdings and Norton Villiers Triumph). Founded in 1937, the firm specialised in hand built sports cars of advanced design; the exclusive and expensive Atalantas being unique among British cars of their day in featuring all-independent coil-sprung suspension. The channel-section steel chassis was a substantial, X-braced affair, while the use of Hiduminium alloy for the suspension links and Elektron magnesium alloy for the huge (16'-diameter) Lockheed hydraulically operated brake drums helped keep un-sprung weight to a minimum. Gough four-cylinder engines powered the majority of Atalantas, not that there were many; indeed, it is estimated that no more than 20 cars of all types were built. The Gough engine was available in two capacities: 1.6 (78bhp) and 2.0 litres (98bhp), while in 1938 the company added a Lincoln Zephyr V12-powered 4.3-litre model to the range. Whatever the engine, the Atlanta's performance was excellent, thanks in no small part to its lightweight construction, and many of the cars enjoyed successful competition careers. Most were bodied by Atalanta's neighbours, E D Abbott of Farnham. Sadly, the outbreak of WW2 curtailed development of these exciting designs, and the Atalanta marque was not revived after the war's end. Survivors are exceedingly rare. One of only two short-chassis models, 'HMX 957' was originally owned by Miss M V 'Midge' Wilby, one of Atalanta's directors, who competed in rallies and trials with considerable success. This car was delivered with the 2-litre Gough engine and is the second of the three Atalantas owned by Midge Wilby. Reportedly, the adventurous Miss Wilby entered an Atalanta in the 1938 Monte Carlo Rally only to have her entry rejected on the grounds that the firm had built too few cars to be eligible. She drove a Lancia Aprilia instead. Another of Atalanta's financial backers, Midge Wilby ran a quasi 'works' team of these cars for herself and her friends, of which 'HMX 957' was one. In 1939 the Atalanta team won the manufacturers' team prize in the SWAC Welsh Rally. In 1939, The Light Car road-tested another of Midge Wilby's Atalantas ('JMC 973') for an article in its 7th April edition, declaring: 'road holding is beyond criticism: rough, almost colonial sections can be treated like main roads. The Atalanta has the tenacious quality of a racing car when cornering, and it is nearly impossible to cause the tyres to squeal'. That same year, 'HMX 957' was entered in the Scottish RAC Rally as part of a three-car team driven by a Mr A E Crosby, and contemporary press cuttings and photographs of the car in action may be found in the history file. What happened to the Atalanta immediately thereafter is not known, the next ownership record on file being an old-style continuation logbook (issued 1950) which records a change of engine rating/size from 13.9 to 24.9 horsepower, and a change of colour from blue to green. The penultimate change of owner is dated 1963. The last change in the logbook, Ryan Hodges of Woodcote, Reading, is also recorded as owner in a list of 14 Atalanta cars ('HMX 957' being one of only two 2.0-litre Gough-engined examples). The car is stated as being fitted with a Bristol engine at time of purchase by Mr Hodges. It is also stated that a correct Gough engine was 'now being assembled'. Some time later 'HMX 957' went to Sweden and is mentioned as resident there in a letter on file from Midge Wilby dated 3rd February 1985. Chronologically, the next significant piece of this car's history is its appearance in a UK auction in February 1996 (catalogue entry on file), it being stated at that time that the Atalanta was offered fresh from a major restoration carried out between 1993 and 1995, which included fitting a Ford V8 'flat head' engine. Its owner at that time would appear to have been Mr Werner Oswald of Brocton, Staffordshire (recorded as previous keeper in the old-style V5C on file). Its purchaser in February 1996 was Mr Craig Davis of Pebble Beach, California, who immediately commissioned TT Workshops of Westbury, Wiltshire to undertake a full restoration, including the sourcing and installation of a correct 2.0-litre Gough engine, one being found in Switzerland (see correspondence and detailed bills on file). The Atalanta appears to have next changed hands in 2007 when it was offered for sale by Mr Patrick Ryan of California at a US auction and purchased shortly thereafter by the current owner. In the vendor's own words: 'The car was immaculate when we purchased it – reflected in its having recently won the Cartier Style et Luxe at Goodwood and being displayed and sold at Pebble Beach in 2007. It is presented in similarly immaculate condition now.' Whilst in current ownership the Atalanta has benefited from the expert attention of the renowned Le Riche Automobile Restorers, who have carried out further major refurbishment works since its acquisition (bills on file). More recently (November 2019) 'HMX 957' was inspected and mechanically refreshed by Atalanta Motor Cars Ltd, the main focus of the work being to ensure the brakes, steering, and suspension operated safely. The bodywork was re-polished and detailed, and the car then remained in covered storage for some months prior to collection.The engine was serviced (including fresh oil) and set-up to run properly, which it did, and the car was then test-driven for no more than three miles. As the Atalanta was again likely to stand for some time in the client's collection, the cooling system was drained as precaution. (At the time of cataloguing it was noted there was some emulsification in the oil, which we understand is due to porosity in the block. This will likely need rectification prior to serious road use.)The Atalanta has seen only limited use while forming part of the vendor's private collection, covering only some 100 miles since acquisition. It was displayed at the Credit Suisse motoring event in Jersey in 2008 and at the Hampton Court Concours in 2014 but has not been rallied or used on events. It was a very personal acquisition that was, due to its age, admired as a piece of automotive art and displayed in the music room of the owner's house. Exotic, advanced, and exceedingly rare, the mythical Atalanta is rightfully considered by many enthusiasts to be the 'Holy Grail' among British pre-war sports cars.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
A trophy won at 'The Atlantic City Automobile Carnival', awarded to Walter C. Martin, Rolls-Royce, August 1907,plated metal tankard by Reed & Barton with single handle and hinged lid, applied with Atlantic City Automobile Carnival crest, engraved 'Atlantic City Automobile Carnival, Second Prize, One Mile Flying, open to all foreign cars, 60HP or less August 1907, won by Walter C Martin 'Rolls-Royce', time 1:15 3/5', the cup 20cm high overall. Footnotes:In 1906, C.S. Rolls came to America for the first time, whilst in New York he met Walter C. Martin, an established New York Cadillac dealer, and chose him to represent Rolls-Royce's interests in the United States. By 1907 they had formed the Rolls-Royce Import Company with Martin leading the Stateside publicity and sales effort.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
A collection of vintage cloth badges with automobile interest including Esso, Daytona International Speedway, Mercedes-Benz, Moto Jet, Firebird, etc, National Flags, Horoscopes/Constellation symbols, and further miscellaneous including 'Legalise Pot'. Additional InformationSome fraying, staining, discolouration etc.
A 19th century German linen-backed folding shipping chart of the world, in eight sections with linen backing, 95 x 153 cm overall by Hermann Berghaus & F von Stúlpragel, Gotha 1867, in card slip, to/w a leather-cased set of Batholomew's Map of England and Wales, pub Sifton, Praed & Co Ltd (map 33 - Hampshire -missing), linen-backed (case a/f) and a similar later cloth-bound case of twenty three Bartholomew Quarter-Inch Automobile Maps of Great Britain, linen-backed (3) a/f
The Institute of British Carriage and Automobile Manufacturers. A silver trophy for First prize in the 'Private Coachwork Competition, Olympia 1931, maker W & G Sissons, Sheffield 1931: the trophy inscribed to underside of base 'Replica of cup awarded to the Worshipful Company of Coachmakers in 1708 by Alexander Kilgower', 24cm high, 21.9oz, on a wooden socle with silver presentation plaque, overall height 34cm
Le Grand Prix Automobile De Monaco 1929-1960 by Yves Naquin. 350pp, 1989, a 1st edition published by Eds Automobilia. A rare limited edition of 500 copies in English, this example numbered 133, signed in blue pen by the author. A hardbound copy with a white DJ. There are full-page colour plates by Michael Turner, profuse black and white illustrations throughout. The DJ a little dusty and a little discoloured, otherwise very good
Shelsley Walsh Hill Climb Programmes. A very good collection of 40 programmes, commencing with the Official Programme for the Midland Automobile Club's Competition on 16th June 1906. There are then 15 programmes in the period from July 28th 1928 to June 3rd 1939; 19 from October 5th 1946 to 13th June 1965, including the 50th Anniversary Hill Climb, 23rd June 1951, Golden Jubilee Hill Climb, August 28th 1955, and Diamond National Speed Hill Climb, 13th June 1965; plus 5 later programmes (1972 damp-stained). Generally good condition, with some rusty staples to early issues and very few annotations. (40)
Continental and Other Miscellaneous Race Programmes. An interesting mix, including Coupe de Paris, Automobile Motocycliste 1945; 12 Heures de Paris for 1948 & 1950; 3rd Grand Prix Paris, 1950; 10 Nurburgring programmes from 1949 to 1963; Grosser Preis der Schweiz for 1938 & 1951; von Europa for 1948; van Nederland for 1951, 1953, 1962, 1963, & 1966; Ollon-Villars for 1958; 5th New Zealand Grand Prix Ardmore 1958; Ulster Hill Climb, 1936 and Grand Prix, 1947; Skegness Motor Races for Wednesday & Thursday, June 18 & 19, 1924; and 18 other programmes, mainly from the 1930s, 1940s and 1950s. (46)
L'Auto Italiana and Other European Motoring Journals. A very good selection, comprising 27 issues of L'Auto Italiana (5 from the early 1930s, the rest from the 1950s); plus 2 copies of Motor Italia from 1954 & 1956;Vol. 1 No. 4 of L' Automobile, Rome, April 1939; 3 copies of Echo Continental from 1919, 1932 & 1934; 3 copies of Motor und Sport from the 1930s and two others (1950 & 1953). All in decent condition with their covers and advertisements. (38)
L' Actualite Automobile, L' Action Automobile et Touristique and Other European Motoring Journals. 5 early issues of L' Actualite Automobile, Nos. 60, July 1929, 107, June 1933, 119, December 1933, 149, July 1934, & 179, May 1936; plus 36 issues of L' Action Automobile et Touristique from the 1950s, together with a copy of L' Action Autombile's Programme Officiel for the Grand Prix de France, Reims, 17 July 1949. The lot also includes Issue No. 19, July 1931 of Revue Internationale de l' Automobile, No. 217 of the Portuguese journal o Volante, July 1931; 9 issues of the German journal Neue Kraftfahrer-Zeitung from 1935 to 1937, 2 of Illustrierte Zeitung from 1937 & 1938, plus one of Auto Magazin for September 1937. All in decent condition with their covers and advertisements. (56)
La Vie Automobile. 15 issues of this prestigious Parisian small folio-sized motoring journal, the earliest being No. 620, 16 August 1913. The others are Nos. 793, 10 January 1924, 829, 10 July 1925, 855, 10 August 1926, 857, 10 September 1926, 886, 25 November 1927, 944, 25 April 1930, (lacking part of back cover and small portion of lower corner of last few pages), 949, 10July 1930, 969, 10 May, 1931, 971, 10 June 1931, 972, 25 June 1931, 973, 10 July 1931, 996, 25 June 1932, 997, 10 July 1932, & 1013, 10 March, 1933. Generally sound and clean condition, with their covers and advertisements. (15)
L' Illustration: L' Automobile et le Tourisme. A run of 17 of the yearly issues of this lavishly-produced folio-sized French publication, being those from 7 October 1922 to 8 October 1938 inclusive, all with some wear, including spine repairs, but in generally sound condition, and complete with their covers and advertisements. (17)
Monza Year Books, a run of 7 volumes from 1960 to 1966, and a similar volume covering 1922-1972, all with good DJs. Also, Le Grandi Automobili, eight various editions, two volumes of Sporting Motorist 1960 and 1961, and Grand Prix Racing 1906 - 1914 by TASO Mathieson, published by Connoisseur Automobiles, 1965. 260pp with good illustrations and text concerning the golden age of motor racing under the auspices of 'De Automobile Club de France'. English text, excellent monochrome photographs, the editorial in sound condition, but the illustrated slipcase split, with applied tape, and other good titles. (28)
Four Magazine Boxes of Assorted Periodicals. A selection of loose issues to include, Automobilia magazine dating from the 1920s (18), Speed Age from the 1950s (10), Light Car from the late 1940s (17), The Auto from the 1930s (12), and individual copies of Motor News, Très Sport, Motor Age, Automobile Racing etcetera. An interesting diverse lot. (4)
Collector's Car, Vintage, and Encyclopaedia Dell' Automobile. Ten hardbound quarto volumes in excellent condition, comprising Collector's Car, Vols. 1, 2 & 3 (from September 1979 to September 1981), bound in two volumes, black cloth with gilt lettering to the spines; Vintage, Vol. 1 No. 1 to No. 9, Summer 1972 & Winter 1972, bound in brown cloth with gilt lettering to the spine; and the complete 7-volume set of the lavishly produced and profusely illustrated Encyclopaedia Dell' Automobile, published in Milan, 1967, with Italian text, and Vol. VII (L' Automobile Oggi) in a square quarto format, all volumes in a mottled grey and black buckram, with silver lettering/decoration. (10)
Grand Prix Racing 1906 - 1914 by TASO Mathieson, published by Connoisseur Automobiles, 1965. 260pp with good illustrations and text concerning the golden age of motor racing under the auspices of 'De Automobile Club de France'. English text, excellent monochrome photographs, the editorial in sound condition, but the illustrated slipcase split, with applied tape.
Ernest Montaut (1879-1909): Szisz sur Voiture Renault gagnant du Grand Prix de l'A. C. F. (1906). Original lithograph mounted on board, 17 x 35-inches (43 x 89cm). Small damp-stain in blank lower margin, otherwise an excellent impression with good colour. (See L'Art et l'Automobile by Herve Poulain, p74, & Art and the Automobile by D. B. Tubbs, p38).
Le Cycle - Organe Hebdomadaire Special. The French magazine from No 73 (Jan 1893) to No 98 (June 1893), bound in one volume. Also, Cycle & Automobile Industriels for 1901 and 1902, with various overviews of manufacturers and dealers, interesting advertisements, patent drawings and photographs. Bound in two volumes, some cropping. (3)
Grand Album Illustre de L'Industrie Automobile. Three rare in the market, folios (15½ x 11¾-inches) hardback volumes containing modern copies of the three annual volumes issued by the Automobile Club de France for 1900, 1901 and 1902, and originally edited by Huguet & Minart, Paris. Each volume is recently half-bound in dark green cloth to the spine and cover corners, the covers being in maroon cloth with gilt lettering and embossed with the Automobile Club de France emblem in gilt. Each volume is very well-illustrated, with much of the printed text in tri-lingual French, English and German format. The 1900 volume has 128 pages, 1901 144 pages & 1902 116 pages. (3)
Continental Race Circuit Programmes. A good selection, comprising 3 early programmes for the Grande Semaine Automobile de Boulogne -Sur-Mer for 1924, 1926 & 1928 (the first in fragile condition); 9 Grand Prix Reims programmes for 1934, 1948, 1950, 1952, 1954, 1956, 1957, 1959 & 1960; 1 for Rouen 1952; and 3 for Dieppe 1932 (2 items) & 1933. Most in decent condition, the programmes from the early 1950s showing more wear than the others. Plus 4 Monza Programmes for 1955, 1956, 1957 & 1958, and a 1950s Monza gate-fold leaflet; plus an Official Programme and leaflet for the 1962 Monaco Grand Prix, all in good condition. (21)
The Beaulieu Encyclopaedia of the Automobile. Published in two volumes, 1st edition, 2000 by The Stationery Office, London. These books were claimed to be 'The most comprehensive book ever written about the world of cars and set to become a must-have for anyone with a love of motoring'. Editor in Chief Nick Georgano, Foreword by Lord Montagu of Beaulieu, each volume 11 x 8¾ inches, profusely illustrated in colour and black-and-white, over 1800 pages in total, and about 1¾million words of text, giving a detailed background on every make and marque of car ever built (Actually 19-years later several other makers have been identified). Excellent condition. (2)
Mascot Reference Material. Motoring Mascots of the World by W. C. Williams, c1980 revised edition; Automotive Mascots by Kay and Springate, 1999 1st edition; U.S. Hood Ornaments and More by Huntsburger, 1994 1st edition; Accessory Mascots by Dan Smith, 1989, 1st edition; Mascot Catalogues, a compendium of brochures by Robert Ames, 1998, 1st edition; and American Automobile Trademarks 1900-1960 by C. H. Wendel, 1995. All in good, clean condition. (6)
24 DelPrado 'Fire Engines of The world' series vehicles. A good selection of rescue vehicles of all types and configurations. Including - 1939 Leyland FK9. 1975 Iveco Magirus 23-12. 1939 Bedford. 1998 Land Rover 110. An Autopompe Dongfeng. 1900 Pompe Automobile Electrique. 1998 Morita Super Rapid. 1981 CCFL Renault. 1950 American La France 700. 1960 Renault Dauphine.2002 VPI Fiat Ducato. 1992 CCF 2000 Iveco. 1954 Magirus Deutz KW7 and a 1999 VSR Iveco etc. All in blister packs, some opened. Vehicles VGC-Mint. £60-80
Previous Goodwood competitor and Fordwater Trophy podium sitter.Introduced at the 1950 Motor Show, the Morgan Plus 4 was designed as a more powerful sibling for the 4/4 model. The peak of its development was the Super Sports introduced in February 1961. Only 103 Super Sports were made between 1961 and 1968 and they are the most desirable of all Morgans with competition successes in International motorsport throughout the 1960sLSK 688, 'Baby Blue', offered here is a 1959 Plus 4 that has been prepared to Super Sports specPreviously owned by Douglas Blain, publisher of 'The Automobile' and legendary London Morgan dealer and historic racer Bill WykehamTR/Morgan engine by Mass Racing Developments. Gearbox rebuilt by Billy BellingerMSA/HTP papers valid 31/12/2025 - Period F - 1962 - 1965 Competition GT CarPrevious Goodwood competitor and Fordwater Trophy podium sitterRaced extensively throughout the UK and Europe including the Nurburgring, Pau, and SilverstoneViewing is highly recommended and encouraged to appreciate the true quality and potential of this outstanding well known MorganYou can now book a one-to-one appointment (up to one hour) to view this lot at our central location of Stoneleigh Park (CV8 2LG) Monday to Friday, between Monday 7th December and Friday 11th December. Please contact Charles Smalley on 07421 007 866 / charles@silverstoneauctions.com to secure your appointment or to discuss the car in more detail. The health and safety of both our customers and team remains the utmost priority, we are therefore operating to strict COVID-19 guidelines and full instructions for arrival and inspection protocols will be given when making your appointment.Click here for more information, condition report and additional photographsSpecification:Registration: LSK 688Year: 1959Make: MorganModel: Plus 4 SupersportsRHD/LHD: RHDChassis Number: 4213Transmission: ManualEngine Capacity: 2138Engine Number: TS44709Body Colour: BlueInterior Colour: Blue
2020 Land Rover Defender Desk & ChairThis one of a kind, bespoke, handmade desk was made in house at Jaguar Land Rover by the team that builds the new Defender.The unique desk is built from the new Land Rover Defender and highlights the key features of the reimagined icon. Made from the same tough and durable materials as the Defender itself, the desk includes genuine parts from the vehicle and is finished in the launch colour: Pangea Green.Integrated into the bonnet, the desk top is finished in real wood and features integrated power (European) and USB sockets. It incorporates the original and functional front and rear lights as well as Defender's 'puddle lamps', which illuminate from the front wheel arches.The fully adjustable chair, based on the Defender driving seat, is trimmed in leather.This lot will also appear in StarterMotor's silent auction which features several other fundraising prizes including a Morgan for a weekend, special short stays at the Royal Automobile Club and Club Des Autos and a session with award winning automotive photographer Amy Shore (see startermotor.co/news for the link). The highest bidder bid for desk will be 'frozen' at the start of the Bicester auction where the bidding will continue 'live'.To Schedule a video condition report for this lot please click hereFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
1907 Darracq 10/12hp Two-SeaterRegistration no. FX 323Chassis no. 10652Odometer reading: TBCMoT expiry date: exempt*Restored in the 2000s*Model R engine*Self-starter*VCC datedAlexandre Darracq made a fortune in the bicycle industry's boom years of the late 19th Century and like many of his contemporaries turned his attention to powered transport. After two false starts, Darracq launched his first successful internal combustion-engined automobile in 1900. That first 6½hp single-cylinder voiturette was followed by a range of twins and fours, and the marque soon established a reputation for sporting prowess. This 1907 Darracq was purchased by preceding owner Jack Crouch at Brooks' Beaulieu auction in September 1999 as a dismantled restoration project. A comprehensive 'last-nut-and-bolt' restoration ensued: the engine being overhauled with professional specialist assistance and a new radiator, Zenith carburettor, and tyres fitted. In addition, the buttoned upholstery was renewed; mudguards and bonnet panels fabricated; the fuel system checked; the wiring replaced; and the body repainted and finished with gold coachlines. The (non-original) engine is from a Model R and is fitted with a self-starter. Restoration-related correspondence and information are on file. Since the car's purchase by the vendor, some work has been done on the ignition system to get it running. Accompanying paperwork consists of a V5C Registration Certificate; historic Darracq information; drawings, technical data and images; and the all-important VCC dating certificate. Please click the link to view the walkaround video of this lot: click hereTo Schedule a video condition report for this lot please click hereFootnotes:Vendor Score Total: 60/100Bidders should note that the automated 100-point Seller's Assessment is provided by each Seller at the point of consignment using the guidelines below, and is not provided, assessed or verified by Bonhams MPH. Accordingly Customers (Bidders) are on notice that each vehicle is offered 'as is / as seen' subject to the Conditions of Sale for the auction, and Customers (Bidders) are strongly recommended to view the Lot(s) being offered, before bidding, in order to satisfy themselves as to their condition; Bonhams MPH will not entertain disputes over Sellers' Assessments. Key for sellers' assessments:1/5 POOR. A project vehicle | Requires urgent attention | Damaged | Parts missing2/5 AVERAGE. Useable condition | Requires some attention | Light damage3/5 GOOD. Drive away | Presents well | Good history file | Drives well4/5 VERY GOOD. Well restored | Running and driving with no noticeable faults | Sound throughout5/5 EXCELLENT. Concours condition | Beautifully presented | Driving very wellEXTERIOR TOTAL: 15/25Body Work: 3Chrome/Plastics/Trim: 3Glass: 3Paint: 3Wheels/Tyres: 3INTERIOR TOTAL: 12/20Dashboard/Door cards/Carpets: 3Headlining: 3Seats: 3Trim: 3ENGINE TOTAL: 12/20Mechanical components: 3Running: 3Starting: 3Under Bonnet: 3RUNNING GEAR TOTAL: 12/20Axles: 3Brakes: 3Gearbox/Clutch: 3Suspension: 3ELECTRICAL TOTAL: 6/10Ancillary components: 3Main components: 3Car History File: 3/5Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Early HRD interest - two oak shields with silver plaques,each inscribed 'T. Morton 2nd 500 Scratch Race Brooklands 1925' with applied 'Sutton Coalfield & North Birmingham Automobile Club'. Silver plaque hallmarked Birmingham 1925 with Birmingham Medal Co makers mark. Riding a 500cc HRD at Brookland on 6th June 1925, Tom Morton won the Frank Hallam Cup with a speed of 80.98mph. He finished second in both the 500cc Handicap and 500cc Scratch and Sealed Handicap, to which these plaques relate. Footnotes:As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness, and originality prior to bidding.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
1914 Clément 4hp Autocyclette Grand TourismeRegistration no. not UK registeredFrame no. not knownEngine no. 29789•Premier French make•Rare early model•'Barn find' for restorationAlready a successful maker of bicycles and pneumatic tyres – he owned the Dunlop patents in France – Gustave-Adolphe Clément diversified into motorcycle manufacture in 1897, having just bought the Gladiator cycle company, and built his first four-wheeled automobile two years later, taking an interest in the existing Gladiator concern. Around 1902 Clément began supplying motorcycle engines to Charles Garrard in the UK, who fitted them in frames supplied initially by James Lansdowne Norton and marketed his products under the Clément-Garrard name until 1911. Norton was impressed by the French-built motor and used it to power the first of his own motorcycles in 1902. In October 1903 Adolphe Clément broke his connection with the company he had founded and set up a new factory in Levallois-Perret, adopting the trade name 'Bayard'. Now fully controlled by British investors, the original Clément-Gladiator enterprise, trading under the 'Clediaber' name, continued to manufacture motorcycles until 1935.After 1905 motorcycle production was suspended for a number of years but by the end of 1911 new models had been introduced that generated considerable interest. Inspired by the lightweight v-twins becoming popular in Britain, especially the Motosacoche-powered Royal Enfields, Clediaber introduced MAG-engined 2¾hp and 4hp Clément and Gladiator v- twins, which were designed along British lines and more luxurious than the average French motorcycle. Produced up to the outbreak of war in 1914, the 4hp model, as seen here, was the most expensive in the catalogue. Looking remarkably similar to the contemporary Motosacoche-engined Royal Enfield, this Clément previously formed part of the collection belonging to a deceased Munich-based private collector and is offered for sale by his heirs. The machine has been dry-stored for many years and is presented in 'barn find' condition, in need of complete restoration. Some parts are missing: the front mudguard, foot-boards, and chain covers being the most obvious. The engine turns over but the machine's mechanical condition is not known and thus it is sold strictly as viewed. There are no documents with this Lot.Footnotes:As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness, and originality prior to bidding.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: NN If purchased by a UK resident, this machine is subject to a NOVA declaration, undertaken by Bonhams upon a successful sale, to facilitate the registration of the machine here in the UK.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Letitia Marion Hamilton RHA (1878-1964) Roundstone Oil on Canvas, 50 x 60cm (19¾ x 23½'') Signed The 1963 edition of the Automobile Association Road Book of Ireland tells us that Roundstone is '[a] busy Connemara fishing village, on the western side of Bertraghboy Bay' with 'a roomy, well-sheltered harbour which is almost landlocked.' When Cloch na Rón, The Stone of the Seals, became Roundstone, something was clearly lost in translation but the beauty and the charm of the place have never been lost. When Letitia Hamilton painted Roundstone, which she did a number of times, she captured Roundstone's unique setting and beauty, unique in that it was founded by Alexander Nimmo, a Scottish engineer, who built roads and harbours along the west coast of Ireland in the 1820s. Nimmo, choosing the spot for its spectacular views, designed and created Roundstone's harbour and, ever since, the village has been a favourite subject for artists including Paul Henry, Jack B Yeats, Gerard Dillon, Nano Reid. From Roundstone's main street, bordering the sea, you can view the Maamturk mountains. From there, you can also see the Twelve Bens. William Makepeace Thackeray visited Roundstone while it was still being built and in his book, published as The Irish Sketch Book in 1843, he wryly noted that the Presbyterian chapel in Roundstone was big enough 'to accommodate all the Presbyterians in Ireland' and described the Franciscan monastery as 'an unpretending little dwelling'. His eye was also captured by '[a] few figures at work in the bog-lands, a red petticoat passing here and there, a goat or two browsing among the stones, or a troop of whitey-brown children, who came out to gaze at the car form the chief society of the road'. Letitia Marion Hamilton, RHA, was born in 1878 in Hamwood House, Dunboyne, Co. Meath, built in 1779 by her ancestor Charles Hamilton. Though she studied under William Orpen, her travels in France, Belgium and Holland and the art she saw there influenced her more. In the 1920s Hamilton visited Italy and Yugoslavia but WWII kept her in Ireland and it was during that time that she began to paint Roundstone. In this particular work Hamilton captures the many delightful aspects of the place. The chosen perspective, of the approach to the town, invites the viewer to follow the road and to enjoy the sea. The day is bright, the shadows suggest afternoon. Rows of houses on the side of the road are crowded together and the road, sea wall, harbour and sky share a muted palette. Clouds and street and buildings, in greys and pale beige, are rendered with those gentle, sensuous, impastoed brushstrokes and palette knife so distinctively Letitia Marion Hamilton. Brighter colours, the green among the rocks in the foreground, the darker green hill and trees behind St Mary's Protestant church and the sea's blue gradations and the small white waves gently breaking provide a lovely contrast and though it's a calm, quiet scene there are some lively and busy touches. On the road through the village, a figure on a horse or donkey and two wooden horse-drawn carts create movement. One empty-looking cart is heading towards us, the other, piled high with turf, is heading up the hill. A lightly-sketched figure, a child probably, is seen on the right by the second cart. In the bay the figure in the row boat provides more movement and the eye is here drawn in a different direction. Inishnee island in Roundstone bay is briefly glimpsed and, beyond that, a stretch of water and, in the distance, on the horizon, more of the County Galway coastline. Hamilton frequently painted in a little van and for this scene it seems she is parked by the old dispensary house, renamed The Fort, on the way into Roundstone where Kate O'Brien lived in the 1950s, later Sting, and the house is now owned by Bill Whelan who says that in Roundstone you're 'so much more conscious of things like the tides and sunrise and sunset'. Over the years Roundstone has always attracted creative individuals and this work by LMH, undated, like much of Hamilton's work, but most likely from the 1940s, captures tide and sunshine and reminds us of Roundstone's unique attractiveness then. And now. Niall MacMonagle, October 2020
Various Automobile Related Trade Card Sets including The British Automatic Racing & Sports cars weighing scale cards, Weetabix 3D British Cars, Castrol Racing Cars, Castrol Famous Riders, Planet Lts Racing Cars Of The World (Drivers), Kelloggs Cars, Nunbetta Motor Cars, Maxilin Marketing Cars, Brook Electric Motors Cars, Miranda Product 100 Years of Motoring, I-Spy Priory Tea Cards (loose in book) and others (all in display folders)
A collection of seventeen vintage car badges and a bronze Janus type radiator cap, early to mid 20th century, to include Automobile Club Monaco, Automobile Club of New York, RAC - Hampshire Automobile Club, Touring Club of France, two Royal Automobile Association examples with enamel Union Jack centres and an AA badge all mounted on a chrome bar, British Automobile Racing Club, Touring Club De Belgique, Lid Van De Wegenwacht, ADAC German Automobile Club, The Jaguar Drivers Club etcQty: 18Condition report: Most of the red enamel missing from the Union Jack on the left side of the car bar, chrome corroded. Gilt metal car club Belgique missing blue and white enamel within wreath and around date, metal slightly distorted. Monaco badge missing some red enamel. All badges showing some wear and tear commensurate with age.

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