Registered to the second keeper at a day old and presented to auction in superb condition with a detailed history file.A new era of performance car was launched at the RS Cosworth’s unveiling in July 1986, one of very few genuinely identifiable racing icons, approachable and unpretentious. Based on the three-door Sierra bodyshell, it was designed by Ford's Special Vehicle Engineering (SVE) and was powered by a Cosworth-designed 2-litre turbo engine of now-legendary repute. It was the obvious choice to become the platform for Ford's new competition aspirations in conjunction with Cosworth. It fitted the brief well as it was rear-wheel drive, had good aerodynamics, albeit being prone to lift at high speeds and was available as a three-door.The new body kit and rear spoiler would sort out the lift issues but, more importantly, Ford still needed to build 5,000 units for homologation, somewhat worrying when the company's initial approach to the dealer network came back with an estimate that suggested they could sell around 1,500 units! The eventual sales record is, of course, history. Ford went on to sell 5,545 three-door cars including the RS500, of which only 500 were built, and the Cosworth engine also found its way into nearly 30,000 Ford Sierra Saloons, the Cosworth 3dr and Sapphire 2wd and 4wd variants.The UK was naturally a strong market for the RS Cosworth and online sources state 1,653 were registered here. The following decades, however, saw few cars survive unscathed from the clutches of joy riders, whether insured or not, and the winter commuting of early owners. Some were used to re-shell damaged RS500 racers and others were more heavily modified. Nice, honest, RS Cosworths from long term ownership are therefore incredibly rare, and highly collectable today. We have witnessed the performance Ford market mature into an enthusiast led sector, and whilst we can claim some credit for headline grabbing results, we share the owner-driver’s passion for good, usable cars. As such it is a pleasure to offer a car like this to auction.Although first registered on 26th March 1987 it was the next day that saw the long term ownership begin, when it was registered to the second and current keeper on 27th March 1987 as D470 RTT. In 1999, the private registration number SPE 11R was issued and remained on the car until 2020, reverting back to the original number thereafter.Presented to auction in a simply fabulous condition and recently serviced, the history file includes the original manuals and service book sheathed in the blue plastic folder of the period, alongside historic receipts, copy period logbook and current V5C confirming long-term ownership. Correctly stored whilst off the road during the 2000s, the car’s MOT history shows incremental increases in mileage from 2014 and the current advisory-free certificate was issued at 74,990 miles, valid until 19th April 2024.SpecificationMake: FORDModel: SIERRA COSWORTHYear: 1987Chassis Number: WF0EXXGBBEGR93487Registration Number: D470 RTTTransmission: ManualEngine Number: GR93487 Drive Side: Right-hand DriveOdometer Reading: 74990 MilesMake: RHDInterior Colour: GreyClick here for more details and images
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A stylish and extremely useable 'classic' allowing you to arrive in style whether that be the local Garden Fete or The Goodwood Revival!Introduced in 1952, the Allard P2 Safari Estate car was designed to accommodate six people and 45 cubic feet of luggage (or 95 cubic feet with the rear seat folded down). The work of Dudley Hume, David Hooper, Sydney Allard and Reg Canham, its tubular chassis frame was equipped with J2X-type independent front suspension, a De Dion back axle, Marles cam-gear steering and Lockheed 12'' drum brakes. Available with a choice of Ford, Cadillac or Chrysler V8 engines allied to a 3-speed manual transmission, the newcomer's performance belied its generous dimensions.In the years immediately following WWII, steel was in short supply, amongst many other things, however, what was not in short supply was aluminium sheeting (from dismantled aircraft) and carpentry skills (no longer required building Wellington bombers and, happily, fewer coffins were required). Car manufacturers were resurrecting pre-war models but the lack of fresh steel was a problem so one or two enterprising builders went back to constructing timber-framed rear sections with non load-bearing aluminium panels. These were not the glamorous shooting-brakes from years past but utilitarian vehicles helping small businesses get re-established. The Government of the day helped by classing these wooden framed vehicles as 'Commercial' therefore reducing the amount of Purchase Tax that was payable. Being a bit lighter, a small capacity engine would do the same job enabling further economies at a very difficult time.By 1952, however, things were looking a bit brighter with the Festival of Britain in 1951, the end of food rationing and steel mills starting to fulfil orders for the Motor Industry. Successful race and rally driver and builder of fine road cars, Sydney Allard, had been thinking about building a timber-framed utilitarian commercial vehicle for some time but, as time went by, parts of the equation didn't really appeal and, as big V8 engines were in his DNA, the decision was taken to construct an American-style 'Woodie' using his Allard P2 Monte Carlo two-door, four-seater saloon as a base and the Safari arrived.The Safari was essentially a hand-built luxury car with polished wood facias and door caps, full hide interiors and acres of room in the interior, whilst the exterior was not left lacking in luxury appeal with the spacious timber-framed bodywork underlining the dedication and skill of traditional craftsmen working with steel, wood and leather. With internal heating a standard fixture as well as adjustable steering, door operated interior lights and an automatic reversing light, the Allard was in many ways ahead of its time.This particular 5.4-litre Cadillac-powered Safari was delivered new in January 1953 to a gentleman residing in Wolverhampton, however he was to part with it some six months later. We believe it then had several long-term owners before requiring some restorative attention in the 1980s. A long and exhaustive restoration followed with the car being finished in an eye-catching shade of Bronze, latterly being changed to a more conventional shade of British Racing Green with a black Everflex roof. It has formed part of a large collection with little or no use and, whilst in generally good condition, an element of recommissioning is to be expected to return it to the road once again.It's a little ironic that the concept of using bits of used alloy, sawn-off timber lengths and out of work carpenters to help a cash-strapped Britain get back on its feet morphed, within a few short years, into the glorious, extravagant, Cadillac-powered leviathan that we are delighted to offer today. The Allard Register have confirmed that 13 P2 Safaris were built with only four, or possibly five remaining.We feel that this is quite an important car historically, representing a moment when the black clouds of the war years were blowing away, the sun had come out and Britain was waking up.SpecificationMake: CAVModel: ALLARD P2Year: 1953Chassis Number: P24003Registration Number: NLD 412Transmission: ManualEngine Number: 1456291/3Drive Side: Right-hand DriveMake: RHDInterior Colour: Brown leatherClick here for more details and images
The original supercar killer, rightfully earning the title ‘Godzilla’, this low-mileage, very special R32 benefits from a host of period upgrades by JDM tuning gurus Kansai Service.There are very few cars that can earn world renowned nicknames due to their automotive prowess. To cite a few, we have RUF’s Yellowbird, Mercedes’ Hammer and Porsche’s 'Widow maker', but arguably the best and most iconic automotive nickname in history was given to the Nissan Skyline R32 GT-R, rightfully nicknamed ‘Godzilla’.The GT-R moniker was somewhat of a sacred cow for Nissan having discontinued it in 1973 following their Hakosuka and Kenmari Skylines, but Nissan revived it 16-years later with the introduction of the R32 Skyline. The car’s heart was Nissan’s hugely capable RB26DETT, a 2.6 litre, twin-turbocharged inline 6-cylinder DOHC engine producing the ‘Gentleman’s Agreement’ 276bhp and included all the latest electronic gadgetry including 4-wheel drive, HICAS all-wheel steering, and multi-link suspension. The Godzilla title was gained/earned for two reasons, firstly for its supercar killer performance on the road and secondly for its sheer domination on the racetrack winning every single race (29 out of 29) in the Japanese Grand Touring Championship between 1990 – 1994, as well as winning the 1991 Spa 24hr and Bathurst 1000 in 1991 and 1992 consecutively. Tour de Force doesn’t quite cut it, the R32 GT-R was simply unstoppable and unbeatable.The car culture in Japan is globally renowned for its passion for modification, enthusiasm for all cars, and unbridled ability to push the boat out. Throughout the 1990s, the tuner culture truly exploded in the Japanese car world with (now) infamous garages, workshops and brands popping up and growing notoriety such as Smokey Nagata’s ‘Top Secret’, Akira Nakai’s ‘RWB’, and brands/factions such as Nismo, Blitz, HKS and others.Kansai Service was, and still is, a tuning faction/division of performance part gurus, HKS Japan. They are a separate company with a longstanding close relationship with the founders of HKS, so naturally they use lots of HKS parts on their cars, although not exclusively. Their speciality is building reliable, dependable, and fast cars that are backed by a Kansai warranty with the aim of building 600-800bhp cars that would last 10+ years rather than 1,000bhp+ cars that would only last a month. They are known for great service, testing and record keeping for their clients’ cars.This 1993 R32 GT-R Kansai Service was purchased and imported by our vendor via BHP Imports in 2017 following a long hunt for the right car. As soon as it landed it was immediately detailed and undersealed to futureproof its 4B auction condition. It’s lived a pampered life in a temperature-controlled garage, never driven on a wet or salty road since being in the country, living alongside our vendors collection of JDM royalty. It's finished in Sonic Silver with a grey cloth interior and is one of the very few cars built and prepared by Kansai Service themselves, boasting an almighty specification list. To the naked eye, the car appears to be totally standard, short of the Advan AVS VS5 wheels and small ‘Kansai Service’ badge, however with its Kansai Service treatment it's been quietly tuned and tweaked as they know best, primarily using HKS parts, to produce a very reliable 490whp, approximately 600bhp at the crank. In addition to the mechanical upgrades, the interior benefits from Nissan installed upgraded door and rear parcel shelf speakers, with a Kenwood minidisc player as a head unit.Even with the novel-length upgrade list, the driveability, comfort, and somewhat unassuming looks are all retained, despite having enough power to embarrass most things on the road, even by today’s standards. All these things add up to help this GT-R retain its Godzilla title in fantastic style, including retaining the HICAS system that many remove due to poor maintenance.Within the history file there are two sets of keys, a fabulous amount of JDM service history including booklets, invoices, Nissan and Nismo paperwork and Owner’s Handbooks. UK history includes DVLA/registration correspondence, invoices for parts/servicing and MOTs. The mileage is a verified total of 71,750km (44,600 miles), the car was imported with a documented speedometer change at 57,000km for more suitable 320kph items. The car has been kept in kilometres and now reads 16,003km.The specification list is truly exceptional, using the best parts available, to create an R32 that perfectly encapsulates the tuning scene of the 1990s. The known upgrades are as follows, which we state as ‘known’ due to only listing what we have documentation for:- HKS LC turbochargers (full HKS fitting kit with reinforced actuators)- HKS exhaust manifold- HKS intercooler- HKS intercooler piping kit- HKS evc/boost controller- Nismo 8.5 twin plate clutch- Nismo solid shifter assembly- Tomei camshafts- HKS cam pulleys- HKS mushroom intakes- HKS Kansai lower brace kit- Kansai upper front and rear brace- HKS Kansai transmission collar- HKS turbo timer- DEFI Gauges in centre console- HKS pillow ball tension rods- New Nismo floor mats- HKS exhaust- Genuine removable Nissan rear window tint screen- New Meister R coilovers supplied and fitted by RB Motorsport in 2021- HKS Sports coilovers that the car came on are also included.- 17" Advan AVS VS5 alloys with AD08R semi-slick tyres with almost new tread depth.These special Japanese sports cars from the 1990s are soaring in popularity, and rightly so. Good, low mileage, and special examples are hard to find yet they do exist as you see here. Suitable for any enthusiast or collector alike, this Kansai Service car is truly very special, and R32s are definitely underappreciated, especially in relation to the R34 GT-R, Subaru 22Bs/P1s and special Mitsubishi Evos. These JDM legends are rightly becoming highly desirable and are slowly making their way into the best car collections across the globe, and rarely do we see an R32 of this mileage, quality and calibre on the market making this a superb opportunity.SpecificationMake: NISSANModel: SKYLINE R32 GT-R KANSAI SERVICEYear: 1993Chassis Number: BNR32303078Registration Number: K311 HRMTransmission: ManualEngine Number: RB26Drive Side: Right-hand DriveOdometer Reading: 57515 KMMake: RHDInterior Colour: Grey ClothClick here for more details and images
**Please note the brakes are inoperative on the car.** One of just 202 cars in right-hand drive out of a total of 250, this Black Garnet example has covered just 38,000 miles from new. The Bentley Turbo R was a high-performance model produced by Bentley Motors from 1985 to 1997 with the 'R' apparently standing for "road holding", to set it apart from its predecessor, the square-headlight Mulsanne Turbo. It initially inherited the turbocharged engine from the Mulsanne Turbo and also sported retuned suspension and wider tyres on alloy wheels, a first for a Bentley. From 1987, however the Turbo R's V8 engine was fitted with fuel injection for added torque. The Turbo RT was the last, rarest, most powerful and most expensive of the Turbo R line (apart from the Mulliner Editions and a few Olympians) and was fitted with the 400bhp, 590lb/ft, twin-turbo, 6.75-litre V8 engine from the two-door Continental T. Performance was 'more than adequate' with the top speed limited to 150mph. The RT models were fitted with an active-ride suspension system, 'easy-entry' tilt steering wheel, and their longevity benefited from a galvanised zinc coating on the underside.All apart from seven Mulliners were built on the longer 212'' wheelbase and they were visually differentiated from other Bentley Turbo R models by their ‘sports’ wheels, radiator mesh grille, and colour-coded bumpers with bright mesh inserts. The ultra-luxurious Turbo RT was built between 1997 and 1998, with just 252 cars produced prior to the introduction of the Arnage.Originally registered R680 CTX, this smart Turbo RT was finished in Black Garnet with Silverstone leather and handed over to its first proud owner on 1st October 1997. The car continues to present really well and the Black Garnet paintwork, a rather subtle shade of very dark metallic purple, retains a deep shine. The interior is trimmed in blue/grey Silverstone leather piped in navy blue to match the roll-top and the lambswool over rugs and the Burr Walnut veneers appear to be in good condition. All rather delightful.In addition to an immaculate Owner’s Handbook in its green leather sleeve, the car is accompanied by a handbook for the Motorola cellular phone that remains fitted and an original Bentley ‘Sound System Demonstration Tape’ for the cassette player. The car’s service history is detailed in the original Service Handbook which displays 15 service stamps with the most recent on 26th March 2010 at 36,781miles. Carried out by Broughtons of Cheltenham, it was a Number 2 Service with additional work and the invoice (in the file) totalled £5,096. There are a few other invoices in the file including one dated 21st October 2008 at 32,472 miles from N. Sandell which covered work to the suspension and brakes etc. and totalled £5,482. Also, within the file, are a few old Tax Discs, some earlier MOTs (the most recent expiring on 16th July 2010) and a Bill of Sale relating to the car’s previous owner dated 19th January 2011. It was acquired by our vendor around 2015 and the current indicated mileage is 37,435.In recent years this car has formed part of a very large collection, receiving little or no use and an element of re-commissioning is to be expected prior to returning it to the road once again. Your inspection pre-sale is welcomed and encouraged to appreciate the potential of this rare Bentley.SpecificationMake: BENTLEYModel: TURBO RTYear: 1997Chassis Number: SCBZP23C8WCH66365Registration Number: R55 BLTTransmission: AutoEngine Number: 89139L410M/T1T/S Drive Side: Right-hand DriveMake: RHDInterior Colour: Silverstone LeatherClick here for more details and images
One of only 48, this rare, chrome-bumpered, Series 1A Corniche has been superbly restored.The two-door convertible version of the Silver Shadow has been, without doubt, the most commercially successful convertible ever produced by Rolls-Royce. First introduced in 1966 as the ‘Silver Shadow Mulliner Park Ward Two-Door, Drophead Coupe’, to give it its full title, the car was instantly in demand. When Rolls-Royce launched the two-door cars, the international jet-set began to clamour for attention at the dealerships. With waiting lists measured in years, these hugely desirable vehicles began to change hands at significant premiums over list price, and one can imagine the hushed negotiations over the green baize of the gaming tables at Crockfords, the Palm Beach and Aspinalls. Customers who ordered the Drophead were not the same people who purchased the company's sensible saloons, with the cars frequently being specified in bright colours, and eventually it became apparent that this version deserved to have its own model name so, after a few cosmetic changes in 1971, the Corniche was born. The name originally comes from the French word for a coastal road, particularly along the face of a cliff, most notably the Grande Corniche along the French Riviera above the principality of Monaco, and it was thought at the time that this new name might convey some of the style and glamour of Monte Carlo and, 50 years later, it still does. Rolls-Royce foresaw the time when RR owners would like to drive their own cars, and the Corniche continued to be developed with this in mind and even had a rev counter fitted as standard. Around 10% more power was coaxed from the proven 6,750cc aluminium-alloy V8 endowing the two-door with a top speed in excess of 120mph and sports car-embarrassing acceleration to match. Progressively developed, the Corniche received Rolls’ advanced split-level air conditioning system along with a re-designed fascia in 1976 - the first Rolls-Royce model to do so. Despite its sky-high asking price, the model proved a major success for Rolls-Royce; periodically revised and updated, it remained in production well into the 1990s, the last (convertible) examples being delivered in 1995.Delightfully understated in Tudor Grey with Evergreen leather, Olive carpets and a green soft top, this RR Corniche is a rare example of the Series IA, built for just less than a year in 1976 with only 48 Convertibles sold. The Series IA is often described as the 'Holy Grail' of Corniche production featuring many of the developments that were about to be introduced in the Corniche II including the later steering wheel, completely new fascia, bi-level air-conditioning, rack and pinion steering and upgraded suspension but retaining the aesthetically pleasing chrome bumpers.The car is in excellent overall condition having had an extensive recent restoration which included a bare metal respray, a full re-trim by Aldridge Trimming (roof, headlining, seats and carpets), an assessment of the mechanical aspects with remedial work where necessary, the original radio overhauled and upgraded, upgrades to the steering and suspension, a stainless steel exhaust system and new green seat belts.It's accompanied by a substantial quantity of history (four files) covering an interesting life with maintenance invoices, service records and ownership details. It was originally supplied to Victoria Island Properties in 1976 and amongst its notable owners, was Lord Peter Palumbo, Chairman of the Arts Council, who purchased the car from P&A Wood in 1992.The, possibly, slightly brash image of the Corniche from 40 years ago has long since been forgotten and they are now regarded as a well-designed, very desirable, supremely elegant four-seat classic convertible that would be welcome anywhere.SpecificationMake: ROLLS-ROYCEModel: SERIES IA CORNICHE CONVERTIBLEYear: 1976Chassis Number: DRH23398Registration Number: EHJ 39PTransmission: AutomaticEngine Number: 23398Drive Side: Right-hand DriveOdometer Reading: 83740 MilesMake: RHDInterior Colour: Evergreen Leather, Olive Carpets & Green HoodClick here for more details and images
One of only 16 GTS variants supplied new to the UK with the 'wider wheel' option, two owners from new (the last for 47 years) and just over 49,000 miles.The new Dino 246GT was an absolute delight from all angles. Its beauty, handling, engine note, mid-engined layout, unusually good all-round visibility and comparative affordability made it absolutely irresistible. The voluptuous bodywork, which many people regard as the prettiest ever to grace a road-going Ferrari, was designed by Pininfarina and built by Scaglietti and covered a tubular chassis which carried wishbone independent suspension at each corner. The 190bhp engine, with four overhead camshafts, was mounted transversely behind the driver and in front of the rear axle. Power to the wheels was transmitted via drop gears to the transverse 5-speed gearbox, in unit with the differential and engine sump. With rack and pinion steering and a mid-engined configuration, it was a revelation in terms of road holding and stability, nothing had been made like this before and it left its larger V12-engined siblings in its wake.There was an addition to the range in 1972 when the Spider version was introduced. With the exception of the detachable roof, there was little difference between the two models but the 246GTS, as it was designated, has become all the more desirable as a collector's car, particularly as only 1,274 were produced in its three years of production. Of those cars, only 16 UK-supplied GTS Dinos were specified from new with the “Wide wheel/Housings" option which refers to the flared wheel arches and sand-cast Campagnolo wheels fitted by the factory before despatch and are known, colloquially, as “Flares”.Delivered new to Maranello Concessionaires, this rare Ferrari 246 GTS Dino was onward bound to Ferrari Dealer, Sytner of Nottingham, and subsequently to its first owner at his home, the Grade One-listed, Hazelbury Manor in Wiltshire. According to Order Number D/542, it was originally finished in Nero 20-B-50 with a Nero 161 interior, Nero carpets and specified with electric windows and 7.5'' wheels, making it one of the 16 original 'flares' cars. The history file includes the original Ferrari S.P.A order correspondence from May 1973 confirming the specification and extras.It was later purchased by our, now deceased, vendor in 1976 from Mike Young of Romford and had been in his ownership ever since, encompassing 47 years of ownership on Mersea Island in Essex. A dedicated sailor, capable racer of Tornado catamarans, engineer and local entrepreneur, he was a well known resident of the Island and the Dino enjoyed similar status.In 2014, he decided to change the colour to Rosso Corsa and this was entrusted to the contractors tasked with much of the Rolls and Bentley work for the renowned specialists, P&A Wood. Some nine years later, the paintwork continues to present really well, a tribute to the craftsmen involved. The history file contains notes of various oil changes and purchases and the car is accompanied by two boxes of spares and the original carpets and door cards.OTO 69M has covered just 49,197 miles from new and is a very usable example, not too precious to be driven on a regular basis but, with a little detailing, able to offer a good account of itself on the showground. We doubt whether many other Dinos can match this ownership timeline, backstory and comprehensive history. SpecificationMake: FERRARIModel: 246 GTS FLARES DINOYear: 1973Chassis Number: 07056Registration Number: OTO 69MTransmission: ManualEngine Number: 0011352 Drive Side: Right-hand DriveOdometer Reading: 49137 MilesMake: RHDInterior Colour: CremaClick here for more details and images
One of only 52 examples finished in Moonstone Blue. Number 463 out of the 500, 45,817 miles, from long term ownership and subtly enhanced with impressive results.The original Ford Sierra RS Cosworth was the first Ford to wear the Cosworth badge and was presented to the public at the Geneva Motor Show in March 1985. It was introduced as a means of homologating their Sierra model for 'Group A' Touring Car racing, with a requirement that 5,000 cars were built and sold. Launched for sale in July 1986, and based on the three-door Sierra bodyshell, it was designed by Ford's Special Vehicle Engineering (SVE) and was powered by a Cosworth-designed 2.0-litre turbocharged engine of now-legendary repute. At the time, the Sierra Cosworth was a new kind of performance car - a 'blue-collar hero' able to humble true sports cars - and was approachable and (almost) affordable for a family man. In total 5,545 cars were produced - of which 500 were sent to Aston Martin Tickford for conversion to the Sierra RS500 Cosworth. Once Ford had built the requisite 5,000 RS Cosworths, Group A rules allowed an upgraded 'Evolution' model to be launched which featured further developments focused on improving its racing potential, provided Ford sold 10% of the original number as road cars, hence the 500. If the RS Cosworth was an homologation special, the RS500 could rightfully wear the "Evo" hat offering serious 'street cred' and with 224bhp, upgraded brakes, modified bodywork, dramatic spoilers and the cachet of being hand-assembled - the RS500 really is the ultimate 1980s Fast Ford!Offered here is a particularly interesting example and is one of only 52 of the 500 cars finished in Moonstone Blue. Number 463 was first registered on 12th August 1987 to Michael Fisher Ltd. based in St Johns Wood, London. The accompanying vehicle service record shows that the car was very well cared for during its early life with regular service intervals at companies such as Terry Hoyle Ltd and Graham Goode Motors.In the early 2000s, #463 was owned by Duncan Pursell of Automotive Unlimited, who subsequently sold it to Terry Storey. Seeing a great deal of tuning potential, he decided to set about boosting the power output potential of the car and at the end of the enhancement process, it was featured in Cosworth 4 magazine who detailed the work carried out once finished and there is a copy in the accompanying history file for interested parties to read. The article shows that the body, interior and transmission remained standard as the majority of the work went into the engine. At the time of the feature, it was stated that the engine had a standard bottom end, original head with BD10 cams, modified Garrett T4 Turbo, Isky valve springs with bronze guides, a GGR dump valve, additional oil cooler, four 'grey' injectors and, when running 30psi boost, generated approximately 420bhp.The car then went into private ownership and, some time later, was returned to Automotive Unlimited with a request to further modify the engine in the quest to achieve over 500bhp. There are numerous invoices in the accompanying history file detailing the work that went into the car during that period from companies such as Allen Ford Northampton, PJ Motorsport and others, and we encourage all interested parties to come to the auction to see the car for themselves and to study the file.In more recent times, the RS500 has remained in private ownership for many years, with hardly any miles covered as it has formed part of a Fast Ford private collection. Indeed, the mileage was just 45,817 at the time of cataloguing.Offered with the aforementioned history file and coming to the open market for the first time in many years, this is an exciting opportunity to acquire a low-mileage example that is finished in the rarest colour for these ever-popular cars. The vendor has also generously included the appropriate private plate ‘500 CSY’ with the car, and this rather impressive RS500 is being offered at a sensible guide price considering all of the above.SpecificationMake: FORDModel: RS500Year: 1987Chassis Number: WF0EXXGBBEGG38992Registration Number: 500 CSYTransmission: ManualEngine Number: GG38992 Drive Side: Right-hand DriveOdometer Reading: 45817 MilesMake: RHDClick here for more details and images
A very rare, UK-supplied, manual gearbox 3.0 CSi benefitting from a photographically documented bare metal and mechanical restoration.The post-war renaissance of BMW began in earnest in the 1960s with the introduction of two pivotal models, the compact 02-Series - the forerunner to the huge-selling 3-Series - and a larger, visually striking CS Sports Coupé, referred to internally as the E9, which evolved to become the 3.0 CSi, the car offered here. With its beautiful lines, purposeful stance and pillarless doors, styled by famed German coachbuilder Karmann, the CS grabbed instant attention. Powered by a superbly-engineered straight-six, 3-litre engine, this fast, sharp-handling cruiser had performance to match its looks. BMW now had a new face look that would come to define the company's image for the rest of the century. The E9 Coupé is perhaps the only sporting two-door of its era that offered style, pace and build quality to rival the best of British and the exotica of Italy, without being too expensive.In 1971, the 3.0 CS made its debut in the UK, followed swiftly by the introduction of the more powerful 3.0 CSi fuel-injected version, becoming BMW's first 200bhp plus machine, giving it real on the road punch and reputedly capable of 0-60mph in 7.5 seconds and 139mph. Interestingly, the 3.0 CSi is rarer in right-hand drive, manual transmission configuration than the much feted 3.0 CSL, with just over 400 being made between the ‘226’ and ‘435’ series. In recent years, sale prices of its big brother, the legendary 'CSL' have dramatically risen and, not unnaturally, the CSi has begun to follow. In part, perhaps due to the infrequency that these cars are actually seen on British roads, with the BMW Club UK estimating that as few as 120 right-hand drive examples of the 3.0 CSi have survived to the present day.This car, one of some 200 early-series cars built in right-hand drive, was registered on 3rd September 1974 to its first owner in Surrey. With some five owners in between, the current keeper was registered on 30th September 2003, according to the accompanying V5C. Online MOT records show the odometer reading as 24,708 miles on 14th March 2007 and, after a decade off the road, the car flew through an MOT on 10th May 2017 at 26,654 miles. Stripped back to its bare shell and subject to an extensive programme of cosmetic and mechanical restoration, the photographic records on file document the work.Presenting beautifully today in Fjord Blue Metallic with a black leather interior, the odometer reading was 26,689 miles at the time of cataloguing. With today’s classic car market favouring rarity, style and performance, we can think of no other contemporary that comes close to this car at this estimate. Rarer and better appointed than the Escort RS 2000, sportier than the Mercedes SLC and with more power than Porsche's 911 from the period, it's as rare as the equivalent exotica of the period but without the high maintenance histrionics. The 3.0 CSi is not just a stylish coupé., but a true driver’s car, and represents real value.SpecificationMake: BMWModel: CSIYear: 1974Chassis Number: 2265479Registration Number: XPC 86NTransmission: ManualEngine Number: 2265479 Drive Side: Right-hand DriveOdometer Reading: 26689 MilesMake: RHDInterior Colour: Black LeatherClick here for more details and images
Building on the iconic status of the Defender, this highly-spec'd 'KAHN' Defender is an eye-catching 4x4 which has been enjoyed by the same family from new and regularly serviced.The icon. As much a part of British car culture as the Mini, the Jaguar E-Type or the Ford Escort - perhaps even more so. Though officially only known as a ‘Defender’ from 1990, as a rebadge of the previous 90 and 110 models, it was instantly familiar given the evolutionary relationship with the Series Land Rovers that preceded them. To the layman, the different versions have almost become interchangeable, not least because each represents the utilitarian, unpretentious, rugged off-roader that made Land Rover famous.Throughout the 1990s, the model commenced its inevitable climb upmarket whilst remaining true (as close as possible) to its roots. Engine changes became a regular occurrence with the 200Tdi being followed by the 300Tdi, Td5 and then the Ford Duratorq that appeared in 2.4-litre form in 2007 and subsequently in 2.2-litre guise during 2012.The car presented here is a 2016 Land Rover Defender 110 XS Station Wagon which has been tastefully modified with desirable Project KAHN/Chelsea Truck Company cosmetic upgrades. As the company says: ‘Automobiles Refined By KAHN® - Unique handcrafted vehicles for a small circle of people who have the taste for exclusivity and the finer things in life - finest quality to the last detail.’It was first registered in February 2016, has remained with a single family from new, and is now being offered for sale by its third registered family keeper. The 110 is the more user-friendly, long-wheelbase version of the venerable Defender, and this striking version is finished in black paintwork with a bespoke black leather-trimmed interior with contrasting stitching, featuring front sport bucket seats, diamond-quilted inserts on the seats, door cards, and dashboard, and gloss black trim on the centre console. It sits on an after-market set of 16'' KAHN twin five-spoke lightweight alloy wheels finished in matte black, and wears Continental Cross Contact tyres.The factory specification includes a heated rear windscreen, heated front seats, a high and low range gearbox, electric windows, rear privacy glass, a rear step, an adjustable tow bar, rear Land Rover mud flaps, and air conditioning. Externally, this Defender now features an extended KAHN body-kit, LED headlights, a KAHN front grille and headlight grilles, a replacement front bumper with sump guard and built-in spotlights, and a Chelsea Truck Co. rear spare wheel cover. Inside, the cabin has been upgraded with a KAHN steering wheel and pedals, Chelsea Truck Co. and KAHN plaques, a Pioneer media system with satellite navigation and DAB radio, and a red fascia with an analogue KAHN clock.The most recent maintenance was a full service in February 2020 at 27,153 miles by Inchcape Land Rover, Preston. The previous scheduled service was in February 2018 at 19,326 miles by Inchcape and prior to that the first scheduled service was carried out by Hunters Land Rover Preston in February 2017 at 11,895 miles. The car is accompanied by three keys and two fobs, the owner’s handbooks with a leather wallet, and a collection of maintenance invoices and MOT Certificates.Offering excellent value over a newly-specified KAHN Defender, which can be as much as £70,000-plus, this eye-catching 4x4 has been well looked-after, regularly serviced and enjoyed by the same family from new. SpecificationMake: LAND ROVERModel: DEFENDER 110 XS STATION WAGAON 'KAHN'Year: 2016Chassis Number: SALLDHMP7GA484523Registration Number: YA65 CVGTransmission: ManualEngine Number: 151004231012DT224 Drive Side: Right-hand DriveOdometer Reading: 30000 MilesMake: RHDInterior Colour: BlackClick here for more details and images
Rightfully the most hyped production car in recent history, this Platinum White Circuit Pack car has covered just 2,200 miles.When Toyota decided that they wanted their many years of success in International Rallying to continue, the initial problem was selecting a model that was going to be competitive in coming years. The regulations that govern WRC rallying dictate that your car must be based on an existing road car, a process known as ‘homologation’, and although your rally car can deviate from the road formula in many areas, in most key ones it can’t. In the past, manufacturers were able to get around this because the regs didn’t insist on too many road-going versions, maybe 2,000 or even less, however, that figure is now 25,000. Few manufacturers would even countenance building 25,000 seriously focussed rally cars, and hope to find homes for them but Toyota, always up for a challenge, did just that. Based on their successful little Yaris, and developed alongside their Gazoo Racing World Rally Team, the GR Yaris made its debut in late 2020.This technological miracle may look like a Yaris but the similarities are few and far between. The roof is carbon fibre saving 3.5kg, the door skins, bonnet and tailgate are aluminium, removing another 24kg, and the front half of the chassis is Yaris but the rear is adapted from the Corolla and CH-R. It has the Yaris’ 2,560mm wheelbase, its light clusters, door mirrors and roof fin but that’s about it. Under the bonnet is the world’s most powerful production three-cylinder engine, a 1.6-litre with 257bhp and 266lb/ft. It features a unique block, bespoke pistons and a single-scroll, ball-bearing turbo to reduce weight with the engine itself being hydraulically mounted on one side to reduce vibration and unwanted movement. All cars were fitted with a 6-speed manual gearbox and a remarkably light, four wheel-drive system with an Aluminium central transfer case and Sport and Track Modes. At the rear, there’s an electronically-controlled clutch pack to divide torque between the wheels.When new, the GR Yaris was available with a Convenience Pack or, as here, the Circuit Pack (£3,500) designed for drivers who want the ultimate in handling response and precision. This option included lightweight 18-inch BBS forged alloys, retuned suspension, mechanical front and rear Torsen diffs, red brake calipers and Michelin Pilot 4S tyres.Finished in Platinum White Pearl and fitted from new with the Circuit Pack option, this is a UK-supplied GR that’s being offered from its first registered keeper. Just 2,200 miles have been covered including its first service at 600 miles and a health check at 1,600 miles, and the car is in the sort of condition that you might expect considering its tiny mileage and fastidious ownership. Being offered at a very sensible and tempting guide price, this is a true modern-day ‘homologation special’, yet effortless everyday transport and currently, undoubtedly super cool.SpecificationMake: TOYOTAModel: YARIS GR CIRCUIT PACKYear: 2022Chassis Number: JTDAF4E300A018022Registration Number: FV22 FRXTransmission: ManualEngine Number: G160028492Drive Side: Right-hand DriveOdometer Reading: 2200 MilesMake: RHDInterior Colour: Black SuedeClick here for more details and images
Few cars are as instantly recognisable as the R-Type Fastback Continental. Viewed by many as a true collectors item, this beautifully presented example was restored by P&A Wood, and is a multiple concours-winner.Despite its name, the two-door Continental was produced principally for the UK domestic market and just 208 were built. Like many hand-crafted, coachbuilt cars of the period, the chassis were produced at the Rolls-Royce Crewe factory and shared many components with the standard R-Type. Coachwork for the majority of cars was completed by H. J. Mulliner & Co. of Chiswick, with most orders being for the Fastback Coupé (Design number-7277). A distinctive style of coachwork, the lightweight aluminium, wind-tunnel developed fastback from Mulliner, focussed strongly on keeping weight to a minimum in order to maximise power and performance.The early cars were powered by, essentially the same engine as the standard R-Type but with modified carburation, induction and exhaust manifolds along with higher gear ratios and consequently the R-Type Continental became the first British four-seat sports coupé capable of speeds of up to 120mph. The A, B and C Series cars were fitted with 4.5-litre engines that displaced 4,566cc and produced 158bhp and, when mated to a manual gearbox, the result was a potent continental cruiser or surprisingly docile and manageable city charger.On offer here, BC68C is indeed fitted with the desirable manual gearbox and is surely one of the finest R-Type Continentals in existence today. As is often the case with Rolls-Royce and Bentley motor cars from this era, factory and owner's records are well kept and, in this case, an exceptionally complete set of history files goes right back to the beginning of the car's life and confirms that, for the most part, it was exclusively maintained by Official Rolls-Royce and Bentley Agents including an engine rebuild in 1984 by renowned specialist PJ Fischer. H.P. Arnett & Son, Official Agents (latterly Arnetts of Bournemouth) carried out all maintenance until 1965 and then it was sent to the Central London Factory Service Centre until 1970. Caffyns, again Official Agents, took over maintenance at that point until 1982 followed by PJ Fischer and specialists until P & A Wood, Official Agents again, took over the car’s care in 1993.By 1999, BC68C was starting to look a little jaded, and the decision was made to commence a cosmetic tidy. The work was entrusted to world-renowned specialists, P&A Wood, and took a couple of years. As is often the case with cars of this nature, a gentle refresh escalated into a complete cosmetic rebuild between 1999 and 2001 when the bodywork was taken back to bare metal, laboriously prepared and fully repainted in numerous coats of a glorious deep blue. All the brightwork was re-chromed, the engine bay painted and detailed and the interior was retrimmed in grey leather with matching carpets, the steering wheel refurbished and the veneers, dashboard, gauges and cabin furniture all returned to a superb standard.The quality of this work was such that, between 2003 and 2007, the car was entered in a number of Concours d'Elegance events with much success, particularly at the Autoglym Regional Concours Events - when it won on each occasion and was invited to the National Grand Finals held at the NEC. The Bentley was also voted 'Car of the Show' at the Meguiars Classic Car Show at the Alexandra Palace in 2006. Even at the Annual Rolls-Royce Enthusiasts National Rally at Kellmarsh Hall, surrounded by other splendidly restored Rolls-Royce and Bentleys, the R-Type finished either first or second in Class in 2007, 2008 and 2009 and was 'Elegance' Winner in 2008 and second in Class overall in 2007 and 2009.Since 2011, this important Bentley has been part of two major collections and has covered very few miles in that time, however it has recently enjoyed a few outings with one of our directors, appears in our website opening video, and attracted a number of admirers at the very recent Salon Privé in Chelsea.Here at Silverstone Auctions, we have offered three of these rare Fastback Continentals in the last few years, all guided in excess of £900,000 so this fabulous example seems very sensibly positioned at £600,000 to £700,000. Naturally, we welcome and encourage your close inspection of this venerable Continental.We leave the last word to Autosport’s inimitable John Bolster. Writing in 1958, Bolster noted that the Continental was a classical design that achieved a high degree of excellence by sheer quality of construction: "In doing so, it develops an individuality, a character, call it what you will, that makes it entirely different from any other marque. The man who drives a Continental lives in an enchanted world, for everybody calls him ‘sir’ and he may park where other lesser cars may never tread." Despite the passage of more than 60 years, Bolster’s words ring every bit as true today as they did then.SpecificationMake: BENTLEYModel: R-TYPE CONTINENTALYear: 1954Chassis Number: BC68CRegistration Number: OYN 3Transmission: ManualEngine Number: BCC67Drive Side: Right-hand DriveMake: RHDInterior Colour: BlueClick here for more details and images
The topical RS500 Cosworth, number 215 of 500, just over 23,000 miles and a comprehensive history file.The original Ford Sierra RS Cosworth was the first Ford to wear the Cosworth badge and was presented to the public at the Geneva Motor Show in March 1985. It was introduced as a means of homologating their Sierra model for 'Group A' Touring Car racing, with a requirement that 5,000 cars were built and sold. Launched for sale in July 1986, and based on the three-door Sierra body-shell, it was designed by Ford's Special Vehicle Engineering (SVE) and was powered by a Cosworth-designed, 2.0-litre turbocharged engine of now-legendary repute. At the time, the Sierra Cosworth was a new kind of performance car - a 'blue-collar hero' able to humble true sports cars and was approachable and (almost) affordable for a family man. In total 5,545 cars were produced - of which 500 were sent to Aston Martin Tickford for conversion to the Sierra 'RS500 Cosworth'. Once Ford had built the requisite 5,000 RS Cosworths, Group A rules allowed an upgraded 'Evolution' model to be launched which featured further developments focused on improving its racing potential, provided Ford sold 10% of the original number as road cars, hence the 500. If the RS Cosworth was an 'homologation special', the RS500 could rightfully wear the "Evo" hat offering serious 'street cred' and with 224bhp, upgraded brakes, modified bodywork, dramatic spoilers and the cachet of being hand-assembled - the RS500 really is the ultimate 1980s Fast Ford!E321 EPD is Number 215 of the 500 cars built and was supplied new by Hartford Motors of Oxford and first registered on 3rd August 1987. It has recently spent much of its time in a large private Ford collection and when the car was photographed, prior to our sale, the odometer read 23,235 miles.RS500s have now become rather valuable and, in the interests of total transparency, we note the contents of a condition report dated 31st October 1991 written by Boddington, Mee Consulting Automotive Engineers of Nottingham which shows the odometer reading as 2,972 miles at the time and notes that there is slight damage to the N/S/F corner bumper mounting and “no sign of major accident damage”. With no other reference in the history file to any accident damage, it appears that the 1991 report accounts for why the car appears on some online car history check websites as “repaired and inspected after being previously written off”. We can’t find any other reference to this and our ‘go-to’ site for vehicle history, the internationally respected HPI, don’t mention this at all.The interior appears to be very original in its appearance with a slightly bowed rear parcel shelf, common in Fords of this age, no cracks in the dashboard and the seat facings show very little in the way of stretched material. The original Ford stereo unit with its matching amplifier is still in place and in good working order and the leather gear knob is only lightly worn. Interestingly, the car still retains its Ford exhaust pipe which has not been replaced, as so many have, by larger non-pattern parts. The car was professionally repainted in 2015 and presents well today with good shut lines and retains a deep gloss shine nicely highlighted by the correct pin-striping and RS500 decals.Most importantly, the car benefits from a comprehensive report carried out by the renowned RS specialist, Paul Linfoot, in October 2021. A copy of this accompanies the car (available to view by interested parties) and it certainly offers peace of mind to any potential purchaser. At the same time, Paul went through the engine bay to make sure it matched the rest of the car with new wing sealers fitted and other items changed where required. EPD is supplied with a comprehensive history file, a well-stamped service booklet and the original book pack along with many old MOTs supporting the indicated mileage.Anyone interested in the ownership of an RS500 will be aware of some recent surges in value and, as always, the ‘market’ will decide, however, we feel this lovely RS has been very sensibly guided. SpecificationMake: FORDModel: RS500 COSWORTHYear: 1987Chassis Number: WF0EXXGBBEGG38672Registration Number: E321 EPDTransmission: ManualEngine Number: GG38672Drive Side: Right-hand DriveOdometer Reading: 23235 MilesMake: RHDInterior Colour: GreyClick here for more details and images
An 18th century provincial Italian carved oak single door glazed table-top display cabinet, having plain turned columns and of arched form, h.88cm, w.64cm, d.29.5cmLacking five finials from the top.Bun feet are likely later.In typical rustic condition throughout, but no major losses or damage.
A 19th century Scandinavian stained and floral polychrome painted pine double door armoire, having shelved interior over twin lower drawers, with chamfered corners and raised on squat bun feet, h.186.5cm, w.173cm, d.59.5cmStands well but is a little wobbly on the plinth base.Shelves are later.Old woodworm to the interior.
Walter Leighton of Montrose (1801-1876) - a circa 1830 mahogany longcase regulator, having a circular signed white enamel Roman 13" dial, twin winding holes for an eight-day brass four-pillar weight driven movement striking on a bell, the case having twin ring turned pilasters flanking arched door to a panelled boxbase, h.221cm
William Panton of Alyth - an early 19th century mahogany and inlaid longcase clock, having a 12" painted arched signed dial with subsidiary seconds dial, date dial, and twin winding holes for a brass eight-day four-pillar weight driven movement striking on a bell, the hood having fluted pilasters, the case with quarter turned fluted pilasters flanking an arched panelled door, h.204cmSuspension to pendulum is broken.Otherwise appears good.With weights and key.
An early 19th century Scandinavian later painted pine double door armoire, having raised geometric panelled doors, shelved interior over single long lower drawer, to large flattened bun supports, h.198cm, w.143cm, d.52cmSeparates into two parts.With four fixed shelves.Appears later constructed from earlier timbers.Good, useable and decorative.
An 18th century London longcase clock in a walnut case, the full length door with a figured walnut finish, the square cut hood with column supports, pierced and fretted band, beneath a moulded pediment, the square cut brass dial with silvered chapter ring, with applied cast spandrels, cherub's supporting a crown and further chased detail, subsidiary calendar and secondary dial and eight day striking movement, two weights and pendulum, by Samuel Aldworth, The Strand London (Samuel Aldworth is noted in Brittens 1697-1766) (displayed in office)
An 18th century walnut and floral marquetry longcase clock, the door of full length with oval lenticle, the hood with further marquetry detail, enclosing a square brass dial with cast brass spandrels showing cherubs with silvered chapter ring, subsidiary, secondary and calendar dials, with eight day striking movement, by James Tudman, London (James Tudman is noted in Brittans 1697-1710) two weights and pendulum (displayed in office)
A collection of books to include "Buds and Flowers of Childish Life", illustrated by Oscar Pletsch. "Fabulous Histories" or the History of the Robins by Mrs. Trimmer. "Puck of Pook's Hill" by Rudyard Kipling. "Joan's Door" by Eleanor Farjeon 1st. Herbert Asquith "Pillicock Hill" illustrated by Watson 1st 1926. John Bunyan "The Pilgrims Progress" with red leather binding embossed decoration on covers and spine and all edges gilt. "Hudibras" by Samuel Butler Written in the time of the Late Wars, three parts bound in one, full leather with gold tooled decorations to spine. "Songs for the Nursery" with illustrations by Kate Greenaway, Miss Bennett, Robert Barnes etc. "La Belle Nivernaise" by Alphonse Daudet. Two editions of "Polly an Opera". One edition of the "Beggars Opera". "Cuckoo Calling" by E. V. Rieu.
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