An exceptional example of the 5-litre R107 with just 65,200 miles from new and a detailed ownership and service history from ‘Day One’. Offered with No Reserve. This delightful Mercedes-Benz 500SL, finished in Smoke Silver with black leather, dates from early 1986 and was initially supplied by Glen Henderson, (Stuggart) Ltd. to Archer Car Sales in Airdrie, and onwards to its first owner, Phillips Electrical Ltd., on 14th February of that year for the use of one of their directors. It subsequently passed to Island Publishing Ltd. to be enjoyed by Peter Van De Rey, who was Dutch but lived in England. Throughout this period, according to the service records, it was looked after by Mercedes Dealers, and serviced at 701, 5,976, 11,901, 17,642, 24,632 and 30,716 miles.At this point, it continued its life in the world of media and music, being purchased by A-Z Music Services at around 35,000 miles for Patrick Prendergast. Once again, the maintenance record is continuous with attention from Alan Day, Mercedes and Cairnmead BMW with invoices on file. In 1996, Mr Prendergast offered the car to a friend, Steve Fernie of Cold Harbour Recording, who later transferred the registration into his own name in 1998. He retained the car for 14 years but it was little used, covering only a few thousand miles, but was started often, had regular oil changes and was looked after by M-B specialist, Derrick Wells.The car was purchased by our vendor in April 2010 to add to his collection of SL Mercedes. He bought it primarily because of its condition but nevertheless sent it to a marque specialist to check for any rust, including the important bulkhead area. Although generally very good, our vendor is particularly fastidious and decided to have the car stripped and resprayed, refurbish the wheels, fit new tyres, replace the heater fan unit and carry out various other small works. When it was complete, it was sent to D Class Automotive who fitted a replacement hood and replaced the door, hood and other seals - a time-consuming job.Since then it has remained in his SL Collection and used sparingly during the summer months. Over the years, that use has decreased, so the decision was taken to sell it and it was entrusted to Pentangle Mercedes in April of this year for a pre-sale recommission. The account for this amounted to £2,526.87, bringing our vendor’s total investment during his ownership to £13,851.47. These invoices are in the history file alongside others from previous ownership. The file also contains 15 MOT Certificates corroborating the indicated mileage, the service record, Owners Manual, electric aerial instructions and the usual dealer-supplied book pack. It even retains its original First Aid kit, warning triangle, jack and tool roll. The Cherished Registration Number C22 JDS will remain on the car.This is an exceptional example of the 5-litre R107 with just 65,200 miles from new and a detailed ownership and service history from day one. We invite and encourage your inspection of this classic Mercedes.Specification Make: MERCEDES Model: 500SL Year: 1986 Chassis Number: WDB1070462A033853 Registration Number: C22 JDS Transmission: Auto Engine Number: 11796222006325 Drive Side: Right-hand Drive Odometer Reading: 65202 Miles Make: RHD Interior Colour: Black LeatherClick here for more details and images
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Finished in special order Sunrise over Barley and Autumn Hides. Delectable with full Bentley History The Bentley Arnage was launched in 1998, replacing the Bentley Turbo which had offered sterling service for many years. Built by Bentley Motors in Crewe from 1998 to 2009, the Arnage and its Rolls-Royce sibling, the Silver Seraph, were introduced in the Spring of 1998 and were the first entirely new designs for the two marques since 1980, when the Silver Spirit and Mulsanne models had been introduced. The new Arnage was designed to be powered by a new state-of-the-art BMW V8 engine with Cosworth-engineered twin-turbochargers and was designated the Arnage Green Label. The Arnage Red Label was launched in October 1999 and, for a number of reasons, reverted back to Bentley power using the traditional V8 engine, with a displacement of 6,750cc.Finished in special order Sunrise with Barley and secondary Autumn Hide, this exceptional Arnage stands out from the crowd, not simply due to the stunning colour scheme but also its overall stunning condition. It was first registered in January 2000 with the Cherished Registration Number, BH 4 (no longer assigned). The extensive specification points towards a fastidious owner with many of the extra boxes ticked upon ordering, such as the Burr Walnut interior complemented by the discreet 'Flying Bs', the picnic tables, the matching veneered door panels, the extended seat runners, rear companion mirrors, rear hand straps, the tilt and slide sunroof and the Lambswool over-mats, with final touches such as the silver hip flask and four glasses, creating an air of elegance that only a Bentley can provide. Even the dual umbrellas, specified from new, still reside in the luggage compartment. Externally, the chrome grille, waist-rail motifs and fine-line detailing are subtle, yet lift the overall appearance without being obtrusive.It has just been serviced by Bentley Leicester and provided with a fresh MOT confirming the outstanding condition and continued fastidious ownership. There is little paperwork to accompany the Arnage due to minimal use on the Isle of Man, however the comprehensive service history is detailed as follows ;41 Miles – JCT 6006,044 Miles – JCT 60010,893 Miles – JCT 60013,714 – JCT 60017,535 – JCT 60018,795 – JCT 60034,790 – Starmar Bentley36,392 – Bentley LeicesterThe indicated mileage at the time of viewing was 36,461.These commanding cars offer an unprecedented level of comfort and effortlessly cover the miles in the most luxurious of settings, turning every journey into an occasion. Your early inspection is welcomed and encouraged to fully appreciate the quality and craftsmanship that is on offer.Specification Make: BENTLEY Model: ARNAGE Year: 2000 Chassis Number: YCH04287 Registration Number: TBA Transmission: Automatic Engine Number: L675100017 Drive Side: Right-hand Drive Odometer Reading: 36461 Miles Make: RHD Interior Colour: Magnolia HideClick here for more details and images
An excellent example of the special-edition WRX UK300, created to celebrate Richard Burns and Robert Reid winning the World Rally Championship in 2001. In 2001 Richard Burns and his co-driver Robert Reid won their first, and only, World Rally Championship title driving a Prodrive-prepared Subaru Impreza. In celebration of this achievement Subaru worked with Prodrive and the designer of the WRC car, Peter Stevens, to create a special-edition Impreza for the UK market, limited to 300 cars - the UK300.Based on the WRX model, the UK300 was essentially a trim level upgrade with a list price of £24,995. The model provided the following extras over and above the standard WRX available at the time:Prodrive WRC Style headlightsProdrive front lip spoilerProdrive rear high-level spoilerProdrive/OZ Racing 18" gold alloys with Pirelli P-Zero tyresWhite side markers and indicators on the wingsUK300 badges on the wings, boot and intercoolerBlue Lux Suede interiorUK300 logos on the footwell mats and on the boot carpetNumbered interior plaque with UK300 logoWR Blue paintworkWhile the cars were Prodrive-styled, they did not come with the Prodrive Performace Pack (referred to as the WR Sport Performance Pack in the brochure) as standard, instead this was offered as a £1,600 optional extra.Our example here is number 295/300 and is in fantastic condition. It has only travelled 18,000 miles and comes with a full service history including a recent cambelt service. Finished in World Rally Blue with a Blue Lux Suede interior, Imprezas in this condition rarely appear and, with the cachet of the Richard Burns connection, it’s a must for any enthusiast or collector.Specification Make: SUBARU Model: IMPREZA Year: 2001 Chassis Number: JF1GDAKD31G009390 Registration Number: Y5 UBY Transmission: Manual Engine Number: 248401 Drive Side: Right-hand Drive Odometer Reading: 18000 Miles Make: RHDClick here for more details and images
The Jaguar XE SV Project 8 sits at the pinnacle of the World’s performance saloons, offering 592bhp, dynamic agility and all-wheel drive traction. With just 106 miles from new, this superbly presented, fully-specified example represents a very rare opportunity. The second Collector’s Edition by SVO, following the successful F-Type Project 7 of 2014, Project 8 is a hand-built four-door saloon with supercar performance – designed to thrill driving enthusiasts with an extraordinary combination of explosive power, dynamic agility, and all-wheel drive traction. To ensure exclusivity, just 300 examples were built, each assembled at SVO’s Technical Centre in Coventry.The car is powered by the most highly-tuned version of Jaguar Land Rover’s 5-litre supercharged V8 petrol powertrain featuring a Titanium Variable Active Exhaust and offering 600PS (592bhp) and 516lb/ft of torque complemented by Jaguar’s All-Wheel Drive system and motorsport-derived aerodynamics to deliver a 200mph top speed and 0-60mph in a remarkable 3.3 seconds, making Project 8 the fastest accelerating Jaguar road car yet.Based upon the entry-level Jaguar XE Saloon, the Project 8 was conceived by Jaguar to be 'the most extreme performance Jaguar ever created'. Whilst it may still be recognisable as an XE saloon, only the front doors and roof are carried over from the production XE, with the rest of the panels subtly (and some not-so-subtly) sculpted and modified before being made out of lightweight carbon fibre. Carbon fibre panels include bumpers with enhanced cooling ducts, the bonnet, front air splitter, side skirts, adjustable rear spoiler, rear diffuser and adjustable rear aerodynamic wing. The result was the lightest V8 saloon in the range combined with lift reduced by 205% and a claimed 122kg of downforce at 186mph, with the Project 8 happily continuing onwards to 200mph.The interior features gloss carbon fibre trim as well as Alcantara on the rim of the Project 8 sport steering wheel, instrument binnacle and door cards. The 8-speed 'Quickshift' transmission can either be operated by aluminium paddle shifters behind the steering wheel or by a central ‘Pistol' shift lever.Other Project 8 features include; manually adjustable ride-height and aerodynamics, Intelligent Driveline Dynamic settings for circuit use, the first application of Jaguar’s ultimate new Carbon Ceramic Braking system and, an industry first use of F1-style silicon nitride ceramic wheel bearings on a road car.This fabulous example was originally purchased from Sturgess of Leicester and first registered on 21st December 2020. It’s finished in Quad Coat SV Premium Palette Velocity Blue, with a Narvik Black roof and Jaguar ‘Leaper’ graphics. It sits on 20" Lightweight Gloss Black alloys and now bears the Cherished Registration Number PR08 JUR which is generously included in the sale. Options from new include Project 8 logos stitched into the headrests, a Project 8 aluminium commission plaque, vehicle data recording device, privacy glass, head-up display, solar attenuating windscreen, suede cloth/Windsor leather – Ebony interior, electrically adjustable steering column, adaptive Xenon headlamps with LED Signature, a rear view camera and finally a bespoke car cover.This is really special. Just 106 miles from new with its one and only owner. With just 300 built, most of which appear to have disappeared behind locked doors, the XE SV Project 8 is a Collector's dream. They seldom come to market, and this sparkling, delivery miles-only example In a head-turning shade of Velocity Blue deserves to be seen in the metal, and consequently we invite and encourage you to take a closer look at our NEC Sale.Specification Make: JAGUAR Model: XE PROJECT 8 Year: 2020 Chassis Number: SAJAA4BE0KS487730 Registration Number: PR08 JUR Transmission: Automatic Engine Number: 18070623351508PS Drive Side: Left-hand Drive Odometer Reading: 106 Miles Make: Only LHD Interior Colour: BlackClick here for more details and images
One of only 80 right-hand drive examples of these contemporary classic Jaguars with just 488 miles from new. In 2012, nearly 40 years after the E-Type's demise, Jaguar finally got around to announcing the long-awaited and much-rumoured F-Type, which would turn out to be a more worthy spiritual successor to its illustrious forbearer than either the preceding XK8 or, before that, the XJS. A front-engined, rear-wheel-drive two-seater, the F-Type is built on an aluminium chassis, cleverly configured to minimise the transmission of noise and vibration to the passenger compartment, while its suspension is the supercar-standard arrangement of double wishbones all round, with adaptive dampers and adjustable settings. Multiple driving modes cater for different road conditions and driving styles.Unlike the E-Type, the F-Type was available with a wide variety of different power plants, ranging from a turbocharged 2-litre four via a 3-litre turbo V6 to a supercharged 5.0-litre V8. A ZF 8-speed paddle-shift semi-automatic transmission was standard on all models at first, with a 6-speed manual available later on the V6. The F-Type debuted at the Paris Motor Sow in September 2012 in convertible form, with the fixed-head coupé following in 2014. Nowadays it is de rigeur for car stylists to reference past models in their latest creations, and to some observers, the coupé's rear recalled that of one of the rarest of E-Types: the low-drag factory racer.To cater for the sports car market's seemingly insatiable appetite for limited edition models, Jaguar launched the 400 Sport – produced for just one year – and Project 7, which would be built in a run of only 250 cars. Project 7 had first seen the light of day as a single-seater concept car shown at Goodwood, and so favourable was the reception that it was decided to press ahead with making a more practical two-seater production version. They soon sold out, with 80 assigned to customers in the UK. The 'Project 7' designation referenced Jaguar's seven Le Mans wins, while the 'Aero Haunch' behind the driver's head was an obvious nod towards the D-Type sports-racer responsible for three of those victories.An aggressive-looking shallow-screen 'barchetta', Project 7 has all-aluminium bodywork and is powered by the 5-litre supercharged V8, up-rated to produce 567bhp, 25bhp more than in the F-Type R. Coupled with a 45kg weight reduction, this makes Project 7 the fastest accelerating F-Type yet, with a 0-60mph (0-97km/h) time of 3.8 seconds. Like many of the current crop of supercars, Project 7 is electronically limited to a top speed of 186mph (300kph). With the exhaust butterflies open (there's a special console switch), the car emits a superb growl-bark that turns into a magnificent crackle on the overrun. It's the one thing that makes you want to slow down.The 'top-end running gear' includes the 8-speed paddle-shift auto 'box; electronic differential; carbon ceramic brakes; specially tuned suspension; and unique settings for engine management and chassis stability control. SVO engineers also rebalanced and improved the car's rear-biased aerodynamic downforce by fitting side skirts and a large front splitter, while slightly reducing the effectiveness (and drag) of the boot lid wing. The result of Project 7's unique set of characteristics is a track-focused car capable of satisfying even the quickest of drivers.Supplied new by Stratstone of Mayfair, the fabulous Project 7 on offer here was first registered on 1st March 2016 as PRO7 JUR and is finished in the rather striking, special order hue of Metallic Goodwood Blue with a triple white stripe across the nose. It sits on a set 20" Storm Black Diamond Turned Alloys in front of bright yellow calipers and the paintwork has been treated to full PPF. The car was optioned from new with Project 7 Illuminated Tread Plates and was supplied with a bespoke car cover, two keys and an immobiliser which is currently not connected. It's fitted with the 'Jaguar Project 7 - 1 of 250' plaque and is accompanied by the rather lavish Dealer Book Pack containing its Certificate of Authenticity.Our vendor is currently the car's second owner, it has covered just 488 miles and, as you can imagine, its condition is simply spectacular. We invite and encourage you to come along to our sale and inspect this impressive piece of Modern Jaguar History. SpecificationMake: JAGUARModel: F-TYPE PROJECT 7Year: 2016Chassis Number: SAJAC704XGMK28227Registration Number: PRO7 JURTransmission: AutomaticEngine Number: 15052446261508PSDrive Side: Right-hand DriveOdometer Reading: 488 MilesMake: RHDInterior Colour: BlackClick here for more details and images
Upgraded by Bowler, bespoke styling and just 6,000 miles from new. Since its inception in 1985, Bowler Motors has developed a worldwide reputation in the area of design and construction of Land Rover-based off-road vehicles. Led by the company’s inspirational founder, Drew Bowler, until his untimely death in 2016, the company grew from a nascent workforce of just eight to the present group of 35 highly-skilled engineers. Initially focussing on the preparation of cars for British off-road events, the company's ambitions expanded rapidly to encompass participation in events including the Dakar Rally, Morocco Desert Challenge and Spanish Baja and, for the past two decades, their cars have formed the backbone of many Rally Raid events across the globe.In late 2019, Jaguar Land Rover acquired Bowler to add to their Special Vehicle Operations Division, seeing an opportunity for not just motorsport but the subtle enhancement of their current range, having admired the rapid, road-going examples given the Bowler treatment over the years. A fabulous example of such enhancements is this Firenze Red Defender 90 with black canvas soft-top and first registered on 28th July 2014. With less than 6,000 miles travelled, it has had brand new Recaro-style Black Leather Sports seats with matching facia, dashboard and cubby box with a Momo steering wheel also fitted.Recently fitted with all new 265 BF-Goodrich All Terrain tyres, a Bowler bespoke steering guard, rock sliders, gear levers, LED headlights, DRL bumper, safari snorkel, rear bulkhead deletion, genuine load area rubber mat, LED rear lights, NAS tow step, large diameter stainless steel sports exhaust, re-mapped ECU. As an XS it came with factory-fitted air conditioning, electric windows and central locking.Presented to auction with all its book packs, service book, reams of receipts and a very special pedigree.Specification Make: LAND ROVER Model: DEFENDER SOFT TOP Year: 2014 Chassis Number: SALLDWNP7EA455956 Registration Number: FT14 AAU Transmission: Manual Engine Number: 140615083127DT224 Drive Side: Right-hand Drive Odometer Reading: 6000 Miles Make: RHD Interior Colour: Black LeatherClick here for more details and images
Fabulous second-generation Interceptor with recent improvements and an outstanding, comprehensive restoration. Jensen's C-V8 replacement debuted in 1966, reviving a name first employed in the 1950s. However, several of the firm's traditions were broken in that the design was outsourced to Carrozzeria Touring and the bodies made of steel rather than glass fibre. Early shells were built by Vignale in Italy prior to production being established at Jensen's Kelvin Way plant in West Bromwich. Power came from a 6,276cc (383ci) Chrysler V8, driving through either a 4-speed manual or 3-speed TorqueFlite automatic transmission, mated to an LSD Salisbury rear axle. Specification included electric windows, reclining seats, wood-rim steering wheel, radio with twin speakers, electric clock and reversing lights.Production of the Interceptor II (occasionally called the MkII or Series II) commenced in October 1969 and lasted for two years. This particular car has a chassis prefix, #123, so was one of 694 right-hand drive UK cars powered by the E-Series 383ci V8 generating around 330bhp. Pleasingly, it still wears its original registration number, HMK 6K, and from the history file we can see that it left the factory on 9th August 1971, finished in Silver Grey over black leather and optioned from new with Sundym Glass, Voxon Radio Cartridge Player, air-con, and Town & Country horns.The rebuild of this exquisite Jensen, undertaken by Kestrel Classic Cars of Redditch, Jensen marque specialists, commenced in 2013 but unfortunately stalled in late 2014 due to the owner's ill health, with the Interceptor not seeing light of day for the next seven years until the time was right to finish the build. Superbly presented in Stratosphere Blue with a full black hide interior, the ground-up rebuild shows excellent attention to detail throughout, setting this particular Interceptor II at a level that few achieve. The detailed restoration has left no stone unturned, including a complete, bare-metal body refurbishment, an engine, gearbox and drivetrain rebuild by American V8 Specialist David Gilliver, a total rewire, re-chroming by Derby Plating, a full retrim - in hide of course, all finished to the very highest of levels. The car has been sensibly upgraded for modern day usage including uprated cooling, a high-torque starter, an alternator and a modern air conditioning system.Previously purchased from us at Supercar Fest in 2022, the car has been further improved with the fitting of electronic ignition, electronic fuel pump, new alloy radiator and air conditioning condenser, as well as a rolling-road carb set-up to ensure the car runs and operates as well as it looks.Having been undervalued for many years, the Interceptor has recently seen somewhat of a resurgence with interest and demand for correctly restored examples increasing at a pace. Your earliest inspection is welcomed and encouraged to fully appreciate the lengths taken to return this elegant GT to the road.SpecificationMake: JENSENModel: INTERCEPTOR IIYear: 1971Chassis Number: 123/4228Registration Number: HMK 6KTransmission: AutomaticEngine Number: V2415123GDrive Side: Right-hand DriveOdometer Reading: 16741 MilesMake: RHDInterior Colour: Black LeatherClick here for more details and images
**Please note the correct number plate for the car is KVO 798V.** #68/100, this meticulously restored example is surely the finest JPS to come to market in recent years. Technically called the 'World Championship Commemorative Model', but more colloquially known as the John Player Special, this was the first and arguably the most memorable limited-edition Esprit from Lotus. Dubbed the JPS due to its distinctive black and gold livery, inspired by the ground effect, JPS-sponsored, championship-winning Lotus 79 cars of the period, as raced by Mario Andretti and Ronnie Petersen. Originally planned to build 200 examples, it was believed that just 185 were produced; 100 for the UK, 55 for the United States and 30 for Europe. The eye-catching specification included gold-coloured side-stripes complete with World Champion lettering, gold-coloured front and rear windscreen surrounds and alloy wheels, gold-effect corduroy seat inserts and a 3-spoke leather-rimmed steering wheel instead of the normal plastic offering. The 'Juke Box' installed was a Hitachi Digi-One radio-cassette. The 1,973cc 16-valve DOHC engine delivered a feisty 160bhp which was sufficient to sprint the 1,980lb glass fibre-bodied two-seater to 60mph in 6.8 seconds and on to a top speed of 124mph. The short production run lasted from December 1978 to July 1979.This immaculate example is Number 68, however, as we understand and know Lotus from that period, it is unknown what number it was in the production line. Our vendor confessed to getting somewhat carried away with the restoration, and as part of the process, #68 had a full body-off, glass-out restoration, including a respray and new stickers to ensure no stone was unturned and the car would be as good as new, if not better, which we feel he’s achieved by some distance. A number of top specialists have been involved in the car's transformation, and the results are very impressive, with a fabulous level of finish whilst still maintaining the character of the car, which is no easy feat!The restoration catalogue is fantastic, featuring new aluminium fuel tanks, brake line hoses, new aluminium radiator, new coolant hoses, Wilwood front callipers and discs (originals to go with the car) and new suspension and bushes all round. The engine was overhauled including new liners, crank reground and new pistons c.2,000 miles ago and a stainless-steel exhaust system including 4-into-1 manifold fitted to help it sing. The list goes on, making for an incredibly pleasant driving experience.The history file is good, containing old invoices and MOTs. Superbly presented and indicating only 72,746 miles, this is an exceptionally high-quality example that would cost a small fortune to replicate. With the combination of comfortable mileage and the quality of restoration, this very special Lotus would sit equally as perfectly in the hands of a collector as it would in the hands of an enthusiast wanting to get out and drive it.Under our vendor's watchful eye, this exceptional Lotus received a final touch of perfection, with an expenditure of £4,200 at GST Performance to address gearbox linkages, exhaust heat shielding, and various minor refinements that naturally arise after a comprehensive restoration.As we contemplate the electric future of Lotus cars, there has never been a more opportune moment to embrace the legacy of these classic, petrol-powered marvels. They are the very vehicles that have allowed the Norwich-born David and Goliath brand to weather the test of time with resounding success.SpecificationMake: LOTUSModel: ESPRIT S2 JPSYear: 1976Chassis Number: 79020661GRegistration Number: TOI 9585Transmission: ManualEngine Number: CC907790216073Drive Side: Right-hand DriveOdometer Reading: 73500 MilesMake: RHDInterior Colour: Tan/BlackClick here for more details and images
One of only 295 right-hand drive examples, with its first owner for 32 years and just less than 33,000 miles from new. The Audi Quattro may not have been the first four-wheel drive production car (that honour belongs to the 1966 Jensen Interceptor FF), but its place in history is assured. Thanks in no small part to its enormous rallying success, the Quattro popularized all-wheel drive, and is now regarded as one of the most influential and important sports cars of the 1980s. The brainchild of Jorg Bensinger, an Audi chassis engineer, development work was started in 1977, and three years later, the finished product was released. Although the floor pan had much in common with the Audi 80 and the running gear was largely taken from an Audi 200, the Quattro used a manual centre differential lock (operated by levers next to the handbrake) to govern the 197bhp and 210lb/ft power outputs delivered by the 2.1-litre in-line five-cylinder turbocharged engine. By the time this particular car arrived in 1990, the crude cable-operated 50:50 split differential had been replaced with a much more advanced Torsen (torque sensing) diff, and the engine had been uprated with double overhead camshafts and a larger 2,226cc capacity, upping power to 217bhp.Finished in Panther Black Metallic with a Granite leather/cloth interior, this smart example was first registered by VAG Milton Keynes as their demonstrator, prior to being purchased in November 1990 by its first owner, who kept the vehicle for almost 32 years until becoming our vendor's property in June 2022. It has only covered 32,837 miles from new, with just two former registered keepers, and has patently been cherished, garaged all its life and is in remarkable condition.It has a fully stamped service record, with 17 service stamps which includes details of a fresh cambelt at 31,353 miles by The Quattro Workshop in Leicester, and is accompanied by a detailed history file with service receipts and MOT history, the original wallet with manuals etc., original sales brochure, the spare key and original key code tag. It will be treated to a fresh MOT and full service prior to our sale.This is a genuine, low-mileage, 20-valve Quattro in very good condition with a superb history and would enhance any collection and be a great talking point at local shows and events. Viewing at The NEC Classic Motor Show Sale is highly recommended. SpecificationMake: AUDIModel: QUATTROYear: 1990Chassis Number: WAUZZZ85ZLA000707Registration Number: H930 TNVTransmission: ManualEngine Number: RR001627 Drive Side: Right-hand DriveOdometer Reading: 32837 MilesMake: RHDInterior Colour: Granite LeatherClick here for more details and images
A rare and desirable Trans Am Y82 Special-Edition, fitted with the 'W72' Performance Pack and a manual gearbox. Pontiac’s Firebird left behind its roots as one of GM’s first Pony Cars in the late 1960s to become an automotive icon, famous for its starring roles in Smokey and the Bandit and Knight Rider. The second-generation model introduced in 1970 maintained the Firebird’s performance image whilst adding a European-inspired level of sophistication. The Oil Crisis may have stolen some of the muscle car’s 'mojo' by the 1970s, but Pontiac made up for the lack of horsepower in other ways, adding bold new graphics (including the famous 'Screaming Chicken' bonnet decal) and popular options like the T-bar roof. The Firebird was extensively restyled for 1977, and featured an aggressive new front end with a recessed black grille and four rectangular headlamps. Four models were available, ranging from the entry-level Firebird to the more upmarket Esprit and Formula variants, but the legendary Trans Am remained the most popular by far, accounting for almost half the total sales. Fitted with a new shaker hood, the Trans Am still had a massive 400-ci (6.6-litre) V8 as standard, rated at 200bhp and an abundance of low-down torque. Inside, the Trans Am’s cabin featured a machine-turned dash finish, additional gauges and Formula padded steering wheel, while the Turbo Hydramatic transmission was standard equipment, along with power front disc brakes and radial tuned suspension. A manual gearbox was an option but rarely selected in the US making manual cars now very hard to find.The Y82 was introduced in 1977 to coincide with the release of Smokey and the Bandit 1 movie and were originally supplied in Black with Eagle decals and glass T-tops. Unlike this car, most black Trans Ams have been painted black in homage to the film car and consequently, with a manual gearbox and the W72 Performance Pack, this car is extremely rare. The original build-spec has been verified by Pontiac Historical Services and is within the history file. The car is also an Aircon car and, although the system has been removed, many of the parts are included in the sale. The mileage is believed to be original but this cannot be confirmed. In America, the Y82 is considered to be the Holy Grail of all Trans Ams and, at the 2022 Mecum Harrisburg auction, a low-mileage example, which was not a manual box or performance pack car, sold for $400,000.Unusually, the car was imported to the UK in 1980, very early on in its life, and was used from 1980 until 1992 at which point it was put into storage where it remained for the next 20 years or so. A previous owner bought the car in 2013 and set about returning the car to the road, with the work being completed in 2014. Accompanying the car is an interesting history file containing lots of invoices and receipts along with a copy of the original build sheet, Owners Manuals, UK V5C and correspondence with the UK Pontiac Owners Club.The current owner enjoys a small eclectic private Collection which includes many 'best-of-breed' American cars, and he acquired the Trans Am a few years ago having purchased it on the basis of its rarity being a 1977 manual gearbox car with the Y82 and W72 packages. There have been some significant prices achieved for these rare cars in recent years and, at this guide price, this certainly seems like a very interesting proposition. We welcome and encourage your inspection of this rare Firebird at our NEC Classic Car Show Sale.Specification Make: PONTIAC Model: FIREBIRD TRANS AM SE Year: 1977 Chassis Number: 2W87Z7N180355 Registration Number: VGC562W Transmission: Manual Engine Number: ZW87Z7N180355 Drive Side: Left-hand Drive Odometer Reading: 57752 Miles Make: LHDClick here for more details and images
A lovely left-hand drive example, restored to a very high standard at a cost of over £50,000. A progressive development of the sensational XK120 and XK140, the XK150 retained the same basic chassis, 3.4-litre engine and 4-speed Moss transmission of its predecessors but, partly due to the growing US demand for more comfortable and refined sports cars, benefited from an entirely new body providing increased interior space and improved visibility courtesy of a single-piece wrap-around windscreen. A higher front wing line and broader radiator grille were other obvious differences but the new model's main talking point was its Dunlop disc brakes; at last the XK had stopping power to match its prodigious straight-line speed. Introduced in the spring of 1957, the XK150 was available at first only in fixed and drophead coupé forms, the open roadster (OTS) version not appearing until the following year.According to its Jaguar Heritage Certificate, this well-presented left-hand drive XK150 3.4 Roadster was despatched to Jaguar Cars, New York on 30th May 1958 and onwards to its first US owner. In more recent times, the XK150 was repatriated to the these shores where a comprehensive restoration was undertaken.The work was obviously extensive, with over £50,000 invested, and the results speak for themselves. The bodywork was taken down to bare metal and classically refinished in Old English White, all the brightwork was re-chromed and polished, the interior was retrimmed in navy blue leather to a very high standard, new chrome wire wheels were fitted, the matching numbers engine was rebuilt and, naturally, every other mechanical aspect of the venerable Jaguar received similar care and attention.Accompanying the car is a history file containing a quantity of invoices, the aforementioned Heritage Certificate and photographs of the work carried out, all available for your inspection at our Documents Desk when you view the car, which we invite and encourage in order to appreciate the quality on offer.Specification Make: JAGUAR Model: XK150 ROADSTER Year: 1958 Chassis Number: S830464 Registration Number: 928 UYY Transmission: Manual Engine Number: V3917-8 Drive Side: Left-hand Drive Make: LHD Interior Colour: Navy BlueClick here for more details and images
This stunning R-Type was bodied in Aluminium by E.D. Abbott of Farnham in 'Continental' style. Only a handful were created, and offer fabulous styling for a fraction of the cost of the celebrated Fastback Continental. In June 1952, Bentley’s new R-Type was presented to the public and it owed its name to the fact that the VI Series had, by this time, reached the chassis letter 'R'. The new model continued to utilise the MkVI’s independent front suspension, hydraulic front brakes and six-cylinder 'F-head' power unit, by now extended to 4,566cc. The standard R-Type was a lively performer, achieving 106mph in silence and reached 50mph from standstill in ten seconds, despite a curb weight approaching two tonnes.As usual, the R-Type could be ordered in chassis form for bodying by specialist coachbuilders, and this manual transmission example was the work of E.D. Abbott of Farnham, Surrey. The stylish, streamlined, Continental-style fastback coupé coachwork, designed by Abbott's stylist, Peter Woodgate, had been intended for the superseded MkVI chassis and bore more than a passing resemblance to H J Mulliner's contemporary Bentley Continental. After two prototypes had been completed, Abbott bodied 14 'production' cars, this example being the first. Of the remaining 13, one was fitted with automatic transmission and one was built with left-hand drive.We understand that this example was sold new to The Earl of Sefton, bodied in Aluminium and presented as a two-door ‘Continental’ style coupé in Ascot Grey.OYE 700 is accompanied by a fascinating history file which contains a list of previous owners, confirming that the car’s first owner was indeed the Rt. Hon. Earl of Sefton at Croxteth Hall. In 1968 it became the property of Richard Clover from Worcester and, ten years later, it was registered to the Midland Record Company (Peter John Riley). Jeremy Pemberton of Yellowhammer PLC acquired the Bentley in 1990 before selling it in 2004 to specialists dealers Frank Dale and Stepsons who, according to invoices in the file, carried out quite a lot of work on the car. A Michael Percival is listed as owning the car in 2004 with Eric Adkins in 2005, prior to Mr and Mrs Silverstone, also in 2005. The famous car-collecting dentist, Dr James Hull, added it to his Collection in late 2009 and, naturally, it moved to a previous vendor’s significant Collection around 2012 when Dr Hull sold everything.There are a number of older invoices with the car and it appears that by 1985, whilst in Peter Riley’s custodianship, the Bentley was looking a little sad. A.B.Price, Automobile Engineers of Studley provided an 'estimate' dated 4th February 1985 for 'totally stripping coachwork, rebuilding corroded and damaged panelwork, re-cellulosing the car, replacing wood frame in body structure, completely refitting the interior woodwork and reassembling all fittings etc'. The estimate totalled £14,338. Invoices over the next 18 months totalled over £20,000 from A.B.Price and detail the work completed. Later invoices over the years from Frank Dale & Stepsons and Hillier Hill detail subsequent maintenance and repairs, with the most recent one dated 8th October 2011, recording the odometer reading of 50,572 miles.The history file also contains a number of old V5s, a dozen older MOTs, lots of correspondence, the original ‘buff’ logbook, its R-Type Bentley Handbook, an article by Bill Medcalf entitled 'R-Type Continentals' and a booklet titled ‘Twenty Years of Crewe Bentleys’. There is also a letter from Bentley confirming that, should the opportunity arise, they would be delighted to display OYE 700 at the factory as part of 'The Bentley Experience'.OYE 700 is currently owned by a private Collector who has recently spent over £1,200 with DA Cooper in Sussex on some mechanical work to ensure the car is in splendid shape for the next owner.This was the first of the Abbotts of Farnham aluminium-bodied cars, and one can only imagine the sort of attention the 'swoopy' Continental bodywork would have generated back in 1954, matched only by the sort of admiration it would garner in 2023. This car is effectively the same as a manual Mulliner R-Type Continental, but at a fraction of the price, and rarer. Both cars are alloy-bodied and drive identically.We encourage you to view this remarkable piece of automotive art in the metal and to appreciate the sheer quality on offer.Specification Make: BENTLEY Model: R-TYPE COUPE BY ABBOTT Year: 1954 Chassis Number: B393SP Registration Number: OYE 700 Transmission: Manual Engine Number: B446S Drive Side: Right-hand Drive Odometer Reading: 51171 Miles Make: RHDClick here for more details and images
Restored by specialists Arthur Archer and one of only 50 of these exquisite sports saloons, this short-wheelbase 4-Litre has been owned by some of the very best collectors, a true connoisseur's car. The Bentley 4-Litre was the old Cricklewood company's swansong model before its absorption by Rolls-Royce. With the Depression biting, sales of the old 4½-Litre were declining and, with its newest 8-Litre model costing all of £1,850 in chassis-only form, Bentley Motors desperately needed a new smaller model to compete with Rolls-Royce's successful 20/25hp. The result was the 4-Litre. The six-cylinder engine was designed by Ricardo, with overhead inlet/side exhaust valves and a claimed output of 120bhp at 4,000rpm. A double-drop chassis was adopted, closely based on that of the contemporary Bentley 8-Litre, and offered in two wheelbase lengths - 11' 2" and 11' 8", both of which were shorter than the shortest of the two 8-Litre chassis available. Although 'W.O.' apparently did not like the Ricardo design (considering it difficult to tune) the fundamental soundness of the inlet-over-exhaust arrangement was aptly demonstrated post-war, with engines of this configuration powering Bentley and Rolls-Royce motor cars up to 1959. The 4-Litre was not fully understood in-period and much maligned yet, with the benefit of hindsight, it had the best chassis, gearbox and rear axle of all the pre-war Bentleys, proving ideal to be converted into 6½- and 8-Litre specials in later years. Only 50 '4-Litres' were completed before the original Bentley company's liquidation, with only a dozen believed to exist today.This rather handsome 4-Litre Sports Saloon (Chassis #VF 4011) dates from 1931, and was purchased by our vendor from North Wales in 2019. It was described at the time of his purchase as 'The car is matching numbers with the original engine, steering box etc. and the restoration included an extensive mechanical overhaul of the engine, chassis and all running gear as well as totally rebuilding an original, very handsome, Gurney Nutting body with twin side-mounted spare wheels, louvred bonnet and scuttle, ‘trouser crease' wings etc. The quality of the reconstruction of the coachwork and the attention to detail are really something to behold, showing dedication, genuine enthusiasm and a desire to make the coachwork indistinguishable from the original.'#VF 4011 has a fascinating history and was delivered new to J.M. Robertson of 45, West Nile Street, Glasgow wearing a Weymann saloon body by Freestone & Webb. Two years later, it had migrated south to A.R. Timson of Kettering and, in 1937, it passed to J.W. Tompkins of Peterborough. The old buff log book with the car cites Dr Benjamin Spiers of Harley St. as the owner in January 1949. Dr Spiers was responsible for having a rakish Drophead Coupé alloy body fitted to the car, which was assumed to have replaced war-damaged or modified bodywork, as its use in that period is not known. It was in this form that its next owner purchased the car from Harvey Hudson & Co. Ltd. of South Woodford, Essex in April 1954. He fondly recalls haring around the Essex countryside in the 4-Litre as a young man and having enjoyed it immensely, but within a year, his impending marriage curtailed these activities and forced him to advertise the car for sale. It was offered in Motorsport magazine, where it was listed as having had £1,500 spent since 1945, and a recent engine rebuild by McKenzies, but with no buyers forthcoming, and a need still to economise, the car was laid up on blocks until 1986. It was then that the 4-Litre was booked into Arthur Archer's esteemed restoration works in Dunmow, Essex in September 1986 for an engine overhaul. This rebuild quickly developed into a complete restoration of the chassis and running gear and, as this work neared completion, the owner and restorer were faced with a conundrum over the car's bodywork. It made little sense to restore the 1940s body as this was an anachronism for the 1930s car, but unfortunately no photos existed of this car as new. At this point, fortune played its part when another 4-Litre was discovered locally. Despite that car's derelict condition it retained a front and a back door from its original bodywork, a Gurney Nutting saloon, and a period photograph of the bodywork existed. With enough to work from, it was decided to replicate that car's Gurney Nutting bodywork for #VF 4011. The design in question was fitted originally to chassis #VA 4076, as illustrated in Johnnie Green's Bentley, 50 years of the Marque on page 135. There is little doubt of the quality and eye for detail with which the car's bodywork was remade, Archer's motto of 'Older than the Industry' being testament to their familiarity with all aspects of restoration, including coachbuilding. The new coachwork was exquisitely painted in a two-tone livery and trimmed in deep red leather hide, its interior being appointed with period correct vanity units, correct dashboard instrumentation and even a tool storage area behind the rear seat. In total, the cost of the 12-year rebuild amounted to some £90,000, for which each and every bill is available, many dating from the late 1980s when labour was considerably less than today. Upon its completion, the Bentley was first shown at the Bentley Driver's Club Annual Concours in 1998 and was lightly used over the following years before being offered to market in 2010.Between 2010 and our vendor’s purchase in 2019, #VF 4011 (still registered as GT 1094) at some point was owned by one of Ireland’s most celebrated collectors and enthusiasts, Jimmy Boland, who used the Bentley on the Gordon Bennet Rally, and it was well-maintained as part of his extensive collection. Equally, our vendor has continued the car's history of cosseted ownership and regular maintenance during the last four years, keeping the car in climate-controlled storage when not in use. This is a well-restored example of a rare model, and a commendable labour of love to have rebuilt the car to its original form. Without doubt it would make a very practical and usable touring car for Bentley Driver's Club events and the like, and would be welcome anywhere.Specification Make: BENTLEY Model: 4 LITRE Year: 1931 Chassis Number: VF 4011 Registration Number: GT 1094 Transmission: Manual Engine Number: VF4016 Drive Side: Right-hand Drive Make: RHD Interior Colour: Burgundy leatherClick here for more details and images
One of only two Vanden Plas Allweather Tourers built as a special-order for His Highness the Jam Sahib of Nawanagar, an important 'Maharaja' car. Lanchester displayed an impressive array of cars at the Olympia Motor Show in October 1930. However, just weeks later, financial troubles culminated in the company's bank calling in its overdraft of £38,000 forcing immediate liquidation of the company's assets. A buyer was sought by the bank and, given the company's proximity to BSA's Armourer Mills in Sparkbrook, a sale to BSA seemed a perfect fit. The acquisition was completed in January 1931 for just £26,000, significantly lower than the value of the firms assets. However, despite promises to the contrary, BSA aggressively asset-stripped the Lanchester factory and moved production to Sandy Lane in Coventry, the home of Daimler.George Lanchester's services were retained as a Senior Designer, with Frank becoming the Sales Director and the reborn company's first new model, the Lanchester Eighteen, was designed by George but, in reality, was a version of the Daimler Light Twenty, as was to be the case with the following models.Lanchesters customers were particularly loyal and werent impressed with, what we would now call, 'badge engineering'. One fiercely loyal customer was His Highness the Maharajah Ranjitsinhji, the Jam Sahib of Nawanagar (known to his friends as Ranji). Ranji fell in love with the Lanchester marque when he went to play cricket in India in the early 1900s, during the days of the British Raj. He befriended Lanchester brothers Frederick and George, who were the first to manufacture an all-British car in 1896, and shared their enthusiasm for this new form of transport. He bought his first Lanchester, a 9kW two-cylinder model, in 1904 and after that, whenever a new model was introduced, at least one was shipped to India to add to his collection.We have no record of Ranji's expanding fleet of Lanchesters (no doubt there will be one somewhere) apart from #3462, a 1936 Daimler V-type chassis bodied by Vanden Plas and 'dressed' as a Lanchester which was gifted to Ranji's great nephew, Maharaja Durgapratapsinh, as an 18th birthday present in 1964 and which came up for auction in New Zealand in 2010.The arrival of World War II changed everything, and Lanchester look-alike Daimlers were no longer steaming their way across the Indian Ocean. However, in 1946, Ranji felt the need to add a couple of more cars to his fleet. The war-hardened management at Daimler were not really in the mood to start painting cars in Cambridge Blue (all Ranji's cars were painted in that colour as thats where he went to University) and have their diminished number of time-served craftsmen spend time creating special grilles etc. to turn their DE 27s into a Lanchester model that never existed but, inevitably, they capitulated as long as Ranji ordered four.Four DE 27, 4-litre, six-cylinder Daimlers (coded LE27) were duly commissioned with two of them, chassis numbers #51049 and #51050, being bodied by Vanden Plas as Allweathers (Body nos. 4031 and 4032) and LE27, #51050, is the car we are privileged to be able to offer today.We now move forward over 40 years, when it appears that #51050 returned to the UK and was first registered as KYM 544 on 20th September 1988. It was subsequently purchased by Gerry Wheeler, our vendor's late father, on 1st February 2008 and there is a photograph within the history file of the car on a trailer, finished in cream and red, and looking a bit sorry for itself. There followed a gentle restoration to Gerrys particularly high standards over several years, returning the car to top form prior to it joining the family's fleet of very impressively-presented vintage and PVT cars, available for special occasions, birthdays, proms, and weddings etc.As you can see from our images, the Lanchester has been returned to Cambridge Blue with Royal Blue wings and detailing and a matching soft-top. The interior has been fully retrimmed and re-upholstered in a delightful pastel blue leather, and is now Maharajah quality. With a fleet of around 20 early cars, and having fully restored it, all maintenance and servicing requirements were carried out in-house.The car is accompanied by its current V5C, old insurance and DVLA documents, a variety of MOTs with the oldest from 1988, wiring diagrams, correspondence and a number of photographs.We understand that #51050's LE27 Allweather twin sister, #51049, was shipped to the USA in the 1990s and, assuming it still survives, it would be wonderful to reunite them at Pebble Beach one day. We invite and encourage your inspection of this rather special Maharajah car to appreciate the quality on offer.Specification Make: LANCHESTER Model: LE27 Year: 1945 Chassis Number: 51050 Registration Number: KYM 544 Transmission: pre selector Engine Number: 1254778 Drive Side: Right-hand Drive Make: RHD Interior Colour: Pastel Blue leatherClick here for more details and images
A must-have for any car collector, the genesis of motorised transport. A painstakingly accurate replica in fantastic condition. Karl Benz, the brilliant German mechanical engineer, forever etched his name in the annals of automotive history in 1885 when he conceived and brought to life the world’s inaugural automobile, powered by an internal-combustion engine. Despite the existence of a handful of mechanically propelled contraptions across the globe at the time, it’s the Benz Motorwagen that stands as the indisputable pioneer. This innovative marvel took the form of a tricycle with two imposing rear wheels, propelled by a chain-drive single-speed drivetrain. The engine was equipped with a substantial horizontal flywheel to maintain the rotations churned out by a 954cc single-cylinder engine, delivering an awe-inspiring 0.9 horsepower. With this newfound power, the 3-wheeled wonder could hurtle down the road at an astonishing 16kph, an astounding feat for its era.Remarkably, it was Karl Benz’s wife, Bertha, who played an instrumental role in propelling the Motorwagen into the spotlight. In 1888, she embarked on a pioneering journey, the first documented long-distance trek by a vehicle driven by an internal combustion engine. Her expedition covered approximately 65 miles, spanning from Mannheim to her birthplace in Pforzheim. This arduous odyssey consumed around 13 gruelling hours and was executed without her husband Karl’s knowledge or the blessings of the authorities. The triumphant and well-documented voyage undoubtedly thrust the Benz Motorwagen into the global limelight.Given the international acclaim surrounding the Benz vehicle and Bertha’s historic journey, it was only a matter of time before a plethora of faithful running replicas emerged. Access to the original machine was generously granted, facilitating the acquisition of critical data and measurements, resulting in replicas that were genuine toolroom copies. So authentic were these reproductions that Mercedes-Benz Classic, the custodians of this automotive legacy, themselves commissioned around 100 of them. This serves as a true testament to the manufacturer’s commitment to preserving the rich heritage of the Motorwagen.Today we have the privilege of presenting one such replica, a pristine specimen that has most recently been in esteemed company, sharing its quarters with world-class collection of cars from almost every era of motoring. This offering represents a golden opportunity and is an absolute essential for any discerning collector. It stands as a guaranteed conversation starter and a captivating exhibit, shedding light on the origins of the beloved world of motoring as we know and cherish it today. Although being in running order, It is noted the cylinder drip feed oiler will need replacing before use.Specification Make: BENZ Model: PATENT MOTORWAGEN REPLICA Year: 1886 Chassis Number: TBC Registration Number: N/A Transmission: Single Speed Engine Number: TBC Drive Side: Left-hand Drive Make: LHD Interior Colour: Natural Woood & leather Click here for more details and images
A Range Rover with a Royal past. Formerly the property of HM Queen Elizabeth II. This third-generation L322 Range Rover was first registered in 2004 having been supplied by Land Rover Special Vehicle Operations as per Contract 34319. It’s finished in Epsom Green with Sand Hide and was specified with a modified front grille with covert lights and required switch pack, front and rear seat covers, the mandatory dog guard, load space mat, side steps and mud flaps. In addition, there are other fitments that are more specific to Her Majesty’s vehicles such as dual rear window switches and rear grab handles to assist with entry and exit, a common feature on Royal 4x4s.Attempts have previously been made to clarify early ownership with various authorities but, as with any vehicles of this nature, it is almost impossible to achieve a result. Pleasingly, however, video footage of HM Queen Elizabeth driving this particular Range Rover has now been located with the number plate clearly visible, ending earlier assumptions and confirming its heritage. Copies of the video are available upon request.Having covered 109,675 miles from new, the service history is comprehensive, with its first service in April of 2005 with Stratstone Mayfair before a further five with Hunters Land Rover, two with specialists in Windsor, a further five services with John Dennis in Aylesbury and most recently, a Land Rover service in July of this year.Remaining in excellent condition throughout and with confirmed Royal ownership, this is one Range Rover that has, and will, stand out from the crowd. Your early inspection is welcomed and encouraged to fully appreciate the opportunity on offer.Specification Make: LAND ROVER Model: RANGE ROVER Year: 2004 Chassis Number: SALLMAMA34A159508 Registration Number: BN04 EPU Transmission: Automatic Engine Number: 539031830 Drive Side: Right-hand Drive Odometer Reading: 109675 Miles Make: RHD Interior Colour: Sand Oxford HideClick here for more details and images
A good example of the more focused Series 1, showing just 32,962 miles. The Escort RS Turbo Series 1 was specifically developed by Ford's Special Vehicle Engineering team to set new standards in 'Group N' and 'Group A' motorsport events, and was quickly dubbed 'the car to beat'. Ford initially planned to build 5,000 examples, the minimum number required for Homologation in 'Group A', however a total of 8,604 were built due to increased demand. Only available in Diamond White, the car was greeted with huge enthusiasm and was only sold through official Rallye Sport dealers.The engine utilised was a 1600 CVH unit modified to suit the higher loads, and the application of a turbocharger, whilst also benefiting from computerised fuel-injection and engine management incorporating boost control, producing a healthy 132bhp. It was the first front-wheel drive road car in the world to use a compact viscous-coupling design LSD instead of a normal mechanical LSD, which greatly improved cornering and drivability.Aesthetically, the RS Turbo's distinctive sporty appearance was enhanced with a body-coloured front grille, bumpers and aerodynamic aids. The interior was trimmed in a combination of Monza and Cashmere fabrics and Recaro LS bucket seats were fitted as standard.On offer here is a UK-supplied, right-hand drive example that is on offer from a significant private Collection of Fast Fords. The odometer shows just 32,962 miles and the car presents nicely overall. Indeed, the vendor describes it as 'an honest, usable car that’s one for the enthusiast to use and enjoy'. Offered with a UK V5C, its history file and a fresh MOT in time for the sale, this smart example appears to offer superb value, and we encourage all interested parties to come and see the car for themselves at the NEC.With Sierras, Escorts and now the inevitable Focus all seeing substantial increases in value in recent years, the market for Performance Fords from this period never seems to cool down, This lovely example would be equally at home within any collection of nostalgic 1980s 'rocket-ships', or being driven and enjoyed as all sporting cars should be.Specification Make: FORD Model: ESCORT RS TURBO Year: 1985 Chassis Number: WF0BXXGCABFJ08745 Registration Number: B482 WBP Transmission: Manual Engine Number: FJ08745 Drive Side: Right-hand Drive Odometer Reading: 32962 Miles Make: RHDClick here for more details and images
Unrestored but recently refreshed and presenting in an amazing condition. On offer at No Reserve. On offer here is a very good example of one of the best-selling commercial vehicles in history. Naturally, it's a Ford Transit, specifically a Mk2 LWB twin-wheel 'custom' van that has been owned by a private Collector of significant Fords for the past few years.The odometer shows 18,855 miles which the vendor believes to be correct, given the van’s apparent originality, but can’t be proven as there is nothing in the way of history accompanying the vehicle, except the UK V5C and MOTs. The V5 shows that it was first UK-registered in 2015 and under current, careful ownership it was fully stripped, repainted and carefully reassembled to meet our vendor's exacting standards.Excitingly offered at No Reserve, this is a potential 'best-of-breed' contender when you consider its fabulous condition, and is perhaps an unrepeatable opportunity to acquire a rather special example of what is becoming a highly collectable vehicle. We therefore welcome and encourage interested parties to come and see it for themselves at the NEC.Specification Make: FORD Model: MK2 TRANSIT VAN Year: 1984 Chassis Number: WF0VXXGBVVEE86193 Registration Number: B452 YBX Transmission: Manual Engine Number: EE86193 Drive Side: Right-hand Drive Odometer Reading: 18855 MilesClick here for more details and images
Superbly presented and simply remarkable. Fresh from a five-year professional restoration and the best we have ever seen. The Escort RS2000 was the last car to be introduced to Ford's 'Advanced Vehicle' range in June of 1973 and dovetailed nicely with its performance almost comparable to the more complex RS1600, but with the reliability and ease of maintenance of the Mexico. The car used the same Type 49 bodyshell as the Mexico and RS1600, however there was a new engine in use at Ford, the 2-litre overhead cam, 100bhp, 'Pinto' design, which seemed, on paper, ideal for the RS. Ford then had the major problem of persuading the, less than slender, Pinto engine to fit into the engine bay, which was something it had never been designed to do. The only way of achieving this was by discarding the engine-driven cooling fan and replacing it with a thermostatically controlled Kenlowe unit. The most appropriate gearbox was the German 'E-box', which was totally different to the one fitted to the RS1600, and the final drive was 3.54:1. The car was launched in England on 11th November 1973 priced at £1,586. The RS2000 once again proved to be a quick and delightful car to drive, whilst being more accessible to buy and still offering customers a great choice in terms of colours and options.Offered here is one of the most exacting presentations of a restored RS2000 that we have ever had the pleasure of representing. It’s the result of the well-documented labours of a self-confessed perfectionist mechanical engineer who devoted five years of his life, split between running his engineering business and the rebuild of the RS that enjoyed a dedicated position in his immaculate workshop.BFATPS00357 was already known to the AVO Club when it was purchased by our vendor in May 2015. He recalls that he used it for about a year before an oil leak became a nuisance, and it wasn’t long before the decision was taken to embark on a full restoration with the confidence that the partnership of Julian and Rick from J.A.Richardson Body Repairs of Whitstable shared his desire to create one of the best-restored Escort RS2000s to be seen anywhere. It was completely stripped to a bare shell, mounted in its own portable jig and shipped to Julian and Rick who set about the restoration, replacing any areas of minor concern with new panels. The whole process is documented, with well over 200 photographs that display the extraordinary level of preparation needed to produce the best. Whilst at the body shop, all the removed components were either refurbished, replaced, repainted or re-plated with a fastidious (possibly even obsessive) attention to detail in order to present every component as if it had just left the factory in 1974. The lusty 2-litre Pinto is the original unit and the shell still displays its original Type 49 stampings.When the work was completed, our vendor decided that it was far too good to use and has consequently offered it to Iconic Auctioneers, the accepted leading auction house when it comes to significant 'Performance Fords', to hopefully find its place in a dedicated RS collection.The history file contains a copy of the original registration document showing that it was registered to it's first owner on 19th April 1974, various invoices, the original owner’s manuals and a magazine feature from around 1999/2000.Rallying in the early 1970s was defined by the Escort Mk I and if you were a Blue Oval fan, the Porsche Turbo or Lamborghini Countach poster on the bedroom wall would have been rolled up, popped under the bed and replaced with one of a Diamond White Ford Escort Mk I RS2000.Specification Make: FORD Model: ESORT Year: 1974 Chassis Number: BFATPS00357 Registration Number: RKX 880M Transmission: Manual Engine Number: PS00357 Drive Side: Right-hand Drive Odometer Reading: 60933 Miles Make: RHDClick here for more details and images
Ex-Ford press/promotion vehicle with just one private keeper since and a genuine 12,530 miles - offered fresh to market after almost 34 years of continuous ownership. With a known history from day one, this particular Sierra Cosworth, D64 XVX, arrived with Aston Martin Tickford Limited on the 22nd April 1987 and left as a fully fledged RS500 on 23rd June 1987, believed to be the 13th produced, prior to being immediately road-registered by its first custodian/keeper, the Ford Motor Company of Eagle Way in Brentford. It remained with Ford for the following 12 months and was pressed into service as a press/promotional vehicle illustrated, by its appearance in What Car magazine (September 1987) within an article entitled Ford’s 500, a copy of which will accompany the vehicle.Once duties with Ford were completed, the Sierra changed hands, arriving with its second and current owner on 1st June 1988. His intention was to use the car for promotional purposes once again, however after some 12 months, work commitments dictated a move abroad, and the RS500 was placed into storage, on stands, with wheels removed and covers in place, and there it has remained until this very day.Within the knowledgeable RS500 community, the car was thought to have disappeared many years ago, although a number of attempts to trace it were made over the years without success. With the upsurge in interest in these rare cars, the decision was recently made by our vendor to find a new custodian for the increasingly desirable 1980s homologation special, with it seeing light of day for the very first time since being interred all those years ago. With wheels refitted and covers removed, the Sierra rolled freely out of the garage to facilitate the photo shoot which accompanies this listing with the condition externally and internally being exceptional with no obvious deterioration. It is simply quite remarkable and should be considered as a benchmark example with an incredibly low, and warranted, 12,530 miles from new.After much consideration, the decision has been taken to offer D64 XVX exactly as it rolled out of storage after 32 years with no attempt being made to start, run or enhance the vehicle in any way, so it should be noted that, if the new owner’s intention is to put the Sierra back on the road, a full recommissioning will be required. Your early inspection is welcomed and encouraged to fully appreciate the opportunity on offer.Specification Make: FORD Model: SIERRA COSWORTH Year: 1987 Chassis Number: WFOEXXGBBEGG38606 Registration Number: D64 XVX Transmission: Manual Engine Number: GG38606 Drive Side: Right-hand Drive Odometer Reading: 12530 Miles Make: RHD Interior Colour: GreyClick here for more details and images
The 993 Carrera 2S has rightfully become one of the most sought after modern Porsche models. This mint-condition, low-mileage example is the perfect addition to any collection. The air-cooled Porsche 993 Carrera was arguably Porsche’s finest ever incarnation of the legendary 911 Series. 993 is the company's internal name for the version of the Porsche 911 model manufactured and sold between late 1993 and early 1998, replacing the 964 and before the 996. Its discontinuation marked the end of air-cooled Porsches, with the 993 being not just the last air-cooled 911, but also the last of the hand-built 911 series. 25 years on, it still looks modern - a truly timeless design.In 1995, Porsche switched to the Varioram-equipped M64/21(22) engine. Varioram adjusts the length of the air intake ducts in line with the engine revolutions and the speed of the car increasing the power output to 285bhp giving the 993 Carrera improved performance.The wide, turbo-bodied 911 Carrera 'S' offered a higher level of equipment both inside and out. Nothing was overlooked. The suspension was lowered by 10mm at the front and 20mm at the back. The Carrera 2S shares it’s bodyshell with the Turbo, giving the car its wide stance yet retaining the all-important naturally-aspirated engine. Its spoiler is split down the middle and painted the same colour as the car, and the model designation appears on the engine compartment lid and on the tachometer. The handbrake lever, door entry guards, instrument bezels and ball-shaped gear knob were also unique.However the biggest change under the skin of the 993 was the new multi-link rear suspension, giving greater driver confidence, less road noise and excellent ride quality. Designed to give a level of passive rear-wheel steering (the 'Weissach effect'), thus controlling the way the suspension behaved under cornering, braking and acceleration, it transformed the 911. It was also the first 911 to be equipped with power steering and an advanced ABS system.This beautiful Carrera 2S was originally supplied by Porsche Austria on 2nd July 1997 to a high net-worth individual with homes in the UK, Austria, and an estate in the Bahamas. It boasts an excellent Porsche Main Dealer and Porsche specialist service history with stacks of invoices and paperwork for maintenance in addition to its original leather driver’s bookpack. It is a genuine 'C16' UK-spec car and comes with a Porsche Certificate of Authenticity confirming its original build specification, a specification that includes possibly the longest list of optional extras that we’ve ever seen.R814 TST is one of just 251 manual gearbox Carrera 2S Porsches delivered to the UK, and this one is believed to be one of just four in this specification. Finished in Porsche’s classic Guards Red with a seldom seen Cashmere and Black with Porsche script leather interior, this 993 has covered a mere 22,122 miles from new with just two former UK-keepers. Despite the minimal mileage, our perfectionist vendor decided to have the whole car resprayed due to a couple of minor stone chips and blemishes, and this was completed in October 2023, ensuring that the paintwork is as perfect as it can be. Mechanically, the car runs and drives really well, benefitting from a recent major service by Porsche marque expert Redline and the history file inspires confidence.Just as the Turbo and other low-build 993 variants have become highly collectable, the 'S' versions of the 993 have rightfully excited Porsche enthusiasts for many years. This is a rare opportunity for the discerning collector to get their hands on what might just be the very best example of the last of the air-cooled Porsche 911s in an incredibly extensive specification.At Iconic Auctioneers, we are very fortunate to deal with such high-quality motorcars, and this 993 is simply exceptional. The mileage, the rarity, the desirability, the history and the specification are simply phenomenal, and all on offer at a very reasonable guide.Specification Make: PORSCHE Model: 911 CARRERA 2S Year: 1997 Chassis Number: WP0ZZZ99ZVS314397 Registration Number: R814 TST Transmission: Manual Engine Number: 63V05116 Drive Side: Right-hand Drive Odometer Reading: 23000 Miles Make: RHD Interior Colour: Cashmere SuedeClick here for more details and images
Perhaps the defining British modern-classic, MG's supercar - rare, bespoke and capable; here with just 10,000 miles, a manual gearbox and in collector-quality condition. In 2001, the MG ‘XPower’ brand was created by MG Rover for their motorsport subsidiary, MG Sport & Racing Ltd. Soon after, the road-going MG SV supercar was planned as an indulgent 'halo' model, intended to give a further resurgence to the MG brand post-BMW, under the subsidiary and marketed using the fledging XPower brand. They were to be made available through a network of specialist XPower dealerships, or directly from the MG Sport & Racing factory. To get the project moving, MG bought out Italian manufacturer, Qvale, and planned to use its Mangusta - complete with trick chassis and Ford-sourced V8 - as the basis for a proper sports car.The XPower SV’s aggressive design was penned by Peter Stevens - the man responsible for the McLaren F1 - and there’s no denying it looks quite unlike anything that’s come before or since, seemingly combining tuner, exotic and muscle car elements into one package. It was built on a lightweight steel chassis (which had integral roll over bar protection, built to FIA standards) and was clothed in a carbon fibre body, made up from over 3,000 separate pieces. This was formed and cut to size in the UK before being shipped to Italy, where each part was laid in moulds before being 'cooked' to form the rigid sections that were then attached together to form the complete body.The extremely rigid steel box frame chassis, made in Italy, was fully built up before the body was attached, then the mechanically complete cars were finished in the UK. The engine utilised was a Ford 4.6-litre V8 (with twin cams per bank and four valves per cylinder) delivering 320bhp in base SV format, whilst the more potent SV-R model gained a Roush-tuned 'cammer' 5-litre V8 upping the output to an official 385bhp - though it allegedly produced closer to 410bhp. The SV-R could be specified with an automatic or manual 5-speed Tremec gearbox, helping to propel the latter from 0-60mph in 4.9 seconds, and with a top speed of 175mph.The consensus is that a total of just 82 cars were completed, of which 42 were the more powerful SV-R. Customers including Rowan Atkinson were keen to experience this MG supercar before the company entered administration on 12th April 2005.The car presented here is a 2004 MG XPower SV-R, Chassis #154 (first registered November 2004), with the more desirable manual gearbox and with only 10,669 miles covered from new. Its condition is wholly commensurate with that low-mileage and belies its 19 years. Ordered in Starlight Silver with contrasting black side vents, a black leather interior (including seats and steering wheel), electric seat height adjustment, electric windows, dual-action 4-belt, 3-point safety harness, SV-R 18" OZ split-rim alloy wheels and upgraded brakes, a specification it still retains today.#154 was initially utilised as a demonstrator for MG Sport & Racing's specially appointed XPower dealership, Phoenix Preston, to whom it was registered. As we understand it through the MG SV database, the car’s ownership remained with MG Sport & Racing Ltd., and it was returned from Preston when the wider business entered administration in April 2005. Indeed, the car still wears its MG Sport & Racing Ltd. number plates with pride! The car’s additional two keepers were associated with MG Rover, as it was serviced twice by them early on in its life.Since then, it has been fully serviced by Luffields, the official SV service agents, and more recently readied for sale by marque specialists, Retro Sports Cars Ltd. of Huddersfield. On offer from a small private Collection, this car has been diligently kept and used infrequently by our vendor since 2014. A never-to-be-repeated type of car from a bygone British carmaker - rare, exotic and a best-of-breed example - all the components for securing future status.Specification Make: MG Model: XPOWER SV-R Year: 2004 Chassis Number: SA9SVGCC5M130154 Registration Number: BX54 AUL Transmission: Manual Engine Number: 88207838 Drive Side: Right-hand Drive Odometer Reading: 10670 Miles Make: RHD Interior Colour: Black leather Click here for more details and images
A superbly restored, matching numbers example of an early 289 Hi-Po car, the model that was to inspire Caroll Shelby's GT350. With performance to raise a smile when in the mood, and enough space for the family when required, some say the Ford Mustang created its own industry sector by offering an affordable sports car for the daily commute. The second of two models, the Coupé was marketed as the hardtop version of the convertible, and is today known as the Notchback. The sportier looking Fastback was launched in early 1965, clearly defining the Mustang range and into Mustang genesis for the line of tuned Ford Mustangs that followed, was the early production 289 High Performance (Hi-Po) Mustang. This was the car that Carroll Shelby took and rebadged as the GT350.Records show that just 466 1965 K-Code cars were built at the Ford Dearborn factory in Illinois, many destined for Shelby's Los Angeles workshops. The example offered here is a 19th February 1965-registered Ford Mustang K-code Hi-Po finished to the most exacting standards. Possibly the finest early correct example available worldwide, and all tuned Mustangs, even today, can trace their DNA back to this car. Purchased in the United States in 2011, the restoration was carried out by renowned Mustang expert and MCA judge, Denis Frances Restos of Danville Virginia.It was subject to a bare-metal rotisserie restoration with the brief to make it as close as possible to the factory production line cars, including, remarkably, factory overspray detail and crayon marks. Finished in Caspian Blue with a black interior and fitted with Carlite factory-tint glass, it is incredibly faithful to the original specification and even retains its original door plate. It's fitted with it's original V8 289 Hi-Po engine as used in the Shelby GT350. This was rebuilt at the same time as the restoration at a cost of $7,000, and travelled just 300 miles in 2014.The 4-speed 'top-loader' manual gearbox was also rebuilt at the same time. The full specification includes black Decor seats, 9" differential, front discs with dual master cylinder, date-correct seat belts and new correct steel wheels. It also sports reproduced Arvinode exhausts. This Mustang really is as good as it gets, and has caught the eye of two previous vendors of ours, the first whilst on a plinth at the Silverstone Auctions NEC Classic Motor Show Sale in 2014.Prior to being sold by us last year, the Mustang had been rightly displayed on the Pride of Ownership stand at the Classic Motor Show. Our 2022 sale vendor had added a spare wheel with cover, fitted a period correct radio with modern electrics, prop shaft seals and passenger side window regulator, with the works carried out by noted specialist Bill Shepherd Mustang at a cost of £2,358. The car's current owner has kept the car in a heated garage since purchase, and is thinning his collection out on a 'last in-first out' basis.Presented to auction with a history file that includes recent receipts, V5C, Owner's Manuals, a book entitled The 289 Mustang High Performance Mustang Story and an odometer reading of 20,987 miles at the time of cataloguing.Specification Make: FORD Model: MUSTANG Year: 1965 Chassis Number: 5F09K640857 Registration Number: FNA 392C Transmission: Manual Engine Number: 640857 Drive Side: Left-hand Drive Odometer Reading: 21000 Miles Make: Only LHD Interior Colour: BlackClick here for more details and images
Specified by our vendor in 2007 as one of the first re-engineered Interceptors. Capable of 0-60mph in some 4.5 seconds and celebrated in print and on TV. The Interceptor was as much Italian as British, designed as it was by Carrozzeria Touring with the bodyshells built by Vignale before being delivered to the West Bromwich factory to be paired with the inimitable 6.3-litre Chrysler V8 and mechanicals. When new, the Interceptor cost substantially more than an Aston Martin and was double the price of an E-Type Jaguar. One would struggle to find a connection between Frank Sinatra and Sir Matt Busby but both drove an Interceptor. The celebrity ownership list is exhaustive whilst the Interceptor's appearance on a slew of glamourous TV action series during the in period, gave the car a certain louche, playboy image. An Interceptor III was even presented as a prize to the 1975 winner of the Penthouse Pet of the Year.Uniquely, for an expensive British car, the Interceptor wasn’t burdened by the historical baggage of past Le Mans glories or the stigma of a large chromed grille, it was accepted but stood apart, the raffish cousin at a society event. The Interceptor was more likely to be seen outside a nightclub than a theatre, and was impervious then, as now, to snobbery.Registered in the UK to the first of just two former keepers on 17th September 1973, the car's programme of transformation works started in 2007 to our vendor’s specification, taking some 1,000 plus man-hours just to get the bodyshell up to scratch. With the panel work restored and repainted in black Tarantelle Schwartz, the original brightwork was refurbished. The interior was retrimmed with Bridge of Weir leather in wine red and new Smiths instruments, carpets, and trim with a new Moto-Lita Mahogany steering wheel fitted. A brand-new GM powertrain comprising a LS3 supercharged engine (435bhp) and 6-speed electronic automatic gearbox originally intended for the Corvette, all ECU controlled with new wiring throughout, was fitted.The rear suspension was re-engineered with a bespoke independent rear setup, including a limited-slip differential. The front suspension was entirely rebuilt with upgraded rack, and modified geometry, all to improve ride and handling. The heavily modified brakes had 330mm front rotors and AP 6-pot callipers with Jaguar-sourced 280mm rear discs and callipers. The exhaust system was custom-built in stainless steel. The 17" x 7" wheels were based on the original 15" Jensen 5-spoke design and accommodate larger, modern tyres. The finished car was capable of 0-60mph in around four seconds, a testament to the engineering skills and dedication of Jensen Automotive International Ltd.This very car was driven by Jeremy Clarkson for his Sunday Times Driving column (although the photographs feature Carphone Warehouse’s Charles Dunstone’s Interceptor S) published on 17th April 2011. He concluded 'What we have here is one of the most beautiful cars ever made, stripped down to the bare metal, repainted, retrimmed and fitted with just enough mechanical components to make it handle properly, ride even better and go like a b*****d.'Presented to auction with a shade under 17,000 miles since completion, used little but often when able to escape central London, our vendor regretfully concedes it is time for someone else to enjoy the car. The detailed history file includes the original order forms, copies of the aforementioned article and receipts. Keenly estimated, we are informed a similar car built to this specification will cost in the region of £400,000 today.Specification Make: JENSEN Model: INTERCEPTOR Year: 1973 Chassis Number: 1368923 Registration Number: XWB 990M Transmission: Automatic Engine Number: 3C11790 Drive Side: Right-hand Drive Odometer Reading: 17751 Miles Make: RHD Interior Colour: Wine Red LeatherClick here for more details and images
Possibly the most immaculate DeLorean to come to market in recent years. Fully restored, the all-important manual gearbox and just over 1,000 miles from new. Whilst the term 'Iconic' is conferred frequently and often without merit, we are just and correct in bestowing the title upon the DeLorean DMC-12. Instantly recognisable, it was the brainchild of ex-General Motors executive, John DeLorean, perhaps one of the most controversial motor industry figures of all time. The Belfast-based factory was established with £100,000,000 of funding from the British Government under an agreement forged by Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher with the support of US President Ronald Regan in order to help the Northern Irish economy suffering from decades of sectarian violence. The DeLorean Motor Company story is a unique entry in the annals of the motor car industry, and the DMC-12 is one of the most recognisable cars of the 20th century.Launched in 1981, the DMC-12’s stylish coupé bodywork attracted international attention by virtue of its method of construction, a combination of fibreglass inner panels, a brushed stainless-steel outer skin and innovative gull-wing doors. The underpinnings were engineered under the guidance of Lotus founder, Colin Chapman. Competing with Porsche and Ferrari, sales never approached projected levels and DeLorean's 1982 indictment on, subsequently acquitted, drugs charges brought the project to its knees. The DeLorean is now seen as highly collectable, thanks in no small part to the Back to the Future movie series immortalising the car in the history books, and manual examples are particularly sought after.The 1982 DMC-12 on offer here is simply immaculate and features a fascinating provenance with a captivating past. Its history file is nothing short of extraordinary, filled with a treasure trove of rare DeLorean artefacts and invaluable pieces of automotive history, both specific to this car and the broader story of DeLorean as a pioneering automobile manufacturer. From rare memorabilia to unique insights into the company's legacy, this collection of history is a testament to the enduring allure of the DeLorean brand.In addition to the car's pristine condition, it was specified with the rare and hugely desirable manual gearbox and has covered a warranted 1,008 miles from new (at the time of cataloguing). First registered in Ohio in 1982, it made its way to the UK in 2016 where it underwent a meticulous and painstaking restoration with a plethora of photos and bills on file documenting the process, and now presents in fabulous condition, running and driving perfectly, flawlessly capturing the allure of its original glory.Our enthusiast vendor has always kept the car in a temperature-controlled garage alongside the rest of his collection of important motor cars, to ensure the car's pristine condition stays exactly as that. Despite being in the UK since 2016, it has never been UK-registered, and is offered with a NOVA Certificate with all taxes paid ensuring minimal time and effort will be required to register the car wherever one may want to keep it.For any automobile enthusiast or collector, this manual DMC-12 is a seldom seen opportunity to own a piece of automotive and cinematic history that has been lovingly restored and presented to perfection. A time capsule of automotive nostalgia, preserved with the utmost care and dedication, making it a truly unique find for those passionate about automotive heritage and the captivating DeLorean legacy, and we welcome your inspection of the car.Specification Make: DELOREAN Model: DMC-12 Year: 1982 Chassis Number: SCEDT26T3C010224 Registration Number: UNREGISTERED Transmission: Manual Engine Number: TBC Drive Side: Left-hand Drive Odometer Reading: 1008 Miles Make: LHD Interior Colour: Black LeatherClick here for more details and images
**For the avoidance of confusion, only the Weslake race Capris utilised their bespoke aluminium cylinder heads and all road-going RS2600 Capris (including the example on offer here) were fitted with the original cast iron heads.** Believed to be one of only a handful to survive in the UK today, an astonishingly well-presented RS2600 Capri. Following the very successful launch in Brussels of the Capri in 1969, the European market was full of praise for the new affordable coupé with sleek lines and fastback styling. It was nicknamed the 'European Mustang' as Ford had used the same concept and marketing segment in Europe as it did in America. Even so, there was something missing. The Capri had a long list of options and engines, but it did not have a true performance version that could be developed sufficiently within the regulations to enable it to regularly be successful in the sales-enhancing world of International Saloon Car racing. A number of manufacturers faced the same problem and consequently, several of them began to develop what were to become known as 'Homologation Specials'. These were showroom saloons fully developed to be effective and competitive on the circuit but, in order to comply with the regulations that a certain number were available for sale to the public, usually 500, were finished fully trimmed and road-legal. So, in late 1969, work begun on a 'special RS Capri'- a full performance model for the road and for the track. Ford set about creating a race winning thoroughbred to compete for the European Touring Car Championship. The resultant Capri RS2600 was developed at Ford’s Boreham competition department in England and produced in Cologne.Its debut was at Geneva in March 1970, albeit with a mock-up fuel injection system. The engine was a Cologne 2.6 V6 unit reassembled by Weslake and featuring its special all-alloy cylinder heads. It wasn't until September of that year that the first fuel-injected RS2600 left the Niehl assembly line in Cologne. Based on the 2600GT, Ford of Germany's top-of-the-range model at the time, the RS2600 was built in limited numbers and featured some very serious modifications, making this Capri one of the fastest cars on the market and the fastest Ford in Europe. Performance figures for the RS2600 were very impressive, producing 150bhp at 5,800rpm which was sufficient to propel the new car from 0-62mph in 8.6 seconds and on to a top speed of 124mph. These were the road car figures and today, 150bhp may not seem remarkable, but back in 1971, it was class-leading. Homologation was approved on 2nd January 1971.Built exclusively in left-hand drive, it was sold through Ford’s Rallye Sport dealers at a 50% premium over the next most expensive Capri. Identifiable by the oval exhaust exits, quarter bumpers, and the understated RS roundel on the boot, these Capris were incredibly rare at the time, which makes today's offering of such an unmolested road car so special.Our vendor, a private Collector, has long been a fan of the Capri. When he decided that an RS2600 was the car required to fill that small hole in his collection, he set about finding the very best he could, not an extensively modified 'works' homage but a largely original car that he could enjoy and show off occasionally.Once the preserve of the Chairman of the Swiss Capri Owners Club, BVM 114K had been restored around 30 years ago to a very high standard. Save for the fitting of a radio and obligatory aerial, the car presented much as it would have when new. Still adorned with its, almost impossible to find, plastic-trimmed rear lights, another weight-saving measure, it was in great condition. It was purchased around 15 years ago, and has been lovingly cared for ever since.Stored in a protective environment, it comes out only occasionally and was voted Best Car in one of its very few visits to an RS Owners meeting a few years ago. Whilst our vendor has removed the radio and fitted a blanking plate, the aerial remains in situ and the car is kept lovingly to ensure it can be started and driven whenever required. Given the rarity of any Capri RS, and the fact that the 2600 is rarer even than the 3100 that followed it, we recommend that any serious fan of the Blue Oval consider this remarkable find as a desirable addition to their collection.SpecificationMake: FORDModel: CAPRIYear: 1972Chassis Number: GAECMB84496Registration Number: BVM 114KTransmission: ManualEngine Number: MB84496 Drive Side: Left-hand DriveOdometer Reading: 26791 KMMake: LHDInterior Colour: Black ClothClick here for more details and images
One of just 50 finished in Passion Red from the 250 UK-supplied cars, less than 28,000 miles and direct from 20-year ownership. Launched at the peak of rally-mania, Mitsubishi experienced huge success in Lancer Evolution sales, reportedly selling 6,000 Evolution IVs in the first three days of its launch! The 1996 WRC season brought Mitsubishi its first World Rally Championship drivers' title, thanks to a blisteringly quick young driver named Tommi Makinen.In quick succession, the Lancer Evolution VI came to be and, in the latter-half of 1999, Mitsubishi unleashed a special edition to celebrate its favourite driver's four consecutive WRC drivers' titles from 1996-1999; the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VI 'Tommi Makinen Edition' (TME). The Evolution VI was already a technological tour-de-force but the TME came equipped with a more responsive titanium turbocharger, uprated and lowered suspension, quicker steering, an upgraded exhaust, a new ECU, beefed-up transfer case internals, a redesigned front bumper for improved cooling and authentic 17" WRC Enkei alloy wheels. The interior featured embossed Recaro seats, a MOMO steering wheel and red stitching. The performance upgrades saw 0-60mph despatched in 4.4 seconds and a maximum top speed of 150mph. Power was rumoured to be north of 300bhp, rather than the 276bhp 'Gentleman’s agreement'.Widely regarded as the finest Lancer to wear the Evolution badge, it was available in five colours, with Passion Red and Canal Blue joining Scotia White, Pyrenean Black and Satellite Silver. Only 250 TMEs (across the five colours) were officially imported into the UK, with 100 examples going to Australia, and the rest sold domestically in the Japanese market. Official figures show that of the UK’s allocation, only 50 examples were in Passion Red. According to Mitsubishi, it was these Passion Red cars that automatically received the renowned racing decals, known as a 'Special Colour Package' (SCP), meaning that these examples were factory-fitted with black door handles (so as to not break the line of the long profile decal). In the world of Mitsubishi aficionados, the consensus is that there were just 212 official factory SCP examples of the TME produced.Car #029 presented here is very special indeed. Not only is it a genuine Evolution VI Tommi Makinen Edition (CP9A/SNGF2) SCP car (i.e. one of 212), but it is also an official UK-market example. This means it was officially imported by Mitsubishi-affiliated Ralliart UK; hence it would have been professionally SVA’d, and is supplied with UK service books. Supplied to the first of just two owners on 16th October 2001, our vendor bought the car just two years later on 20th June 2003. The specification includes a Mitsubishi-branded Momo steering wheel, a digital clock, automatic climate control, Active Yaw Control, a Kenwood stereo, and an intercooler water sprayer. It sits on a set of white 17" 10-spoke Enkei alloy wheels, housing red Brembo brake callipers and shod with Michelin Primacy 3 tyres and an uprated exhaust has been installed.Presenting in stunning condition as evidenced by our images, the car has been looked after by the renowned specialists, Arnside Motorsport of Carnforth, where, at 27,875 miles, it received a full service and cambelt replacement service in June 2023. The most recent MOT is valid until 24th June 2024. It's presented to auction with the original Owners Manuals, service book, order form, a Kenwood stereo manual, and a collection of maintenance documents. A truly exceptional example.Specification Make: MITSUBISHI Model: LANCER Year: 2001 Chassis Number: CP9A0201505 Registration Number: YN51ZGH Transmission: Manual Engine Number: 4G63BG5911 Drive Side: Right-hand Drive Odometer Reading: 27900 Miles Make: RHD Interior Colour: Black AlacantaraClick here for more details and images
Everything that a sports car should be - dynamic, rewarding and stimulating. The legendary Honda NSX (New Sportscar Experimental) was developed by the Honda Motor Corporation between 1984 and its eventual launch in 1990. With the NSX, Honda produced the world’s first everyday usable supercar, which left the Italian competition for dead in terms of reliability, practicality and build quality. These same qualities make it a joy to drive and own today. Its revolutionary chassis and suspension – all aluminium like the bodywork – making the car very light and extremely strong, were perfected at Suzuka with input from three-time F1 World Champion, Ayrton Senna.The NSX featured a state-of-the-art 3-litre 24-valve V6 'VTEC' engine (Variable Valve Timing), and despite being developed during F1's turbo-era, the engine was normally aspirated. Equipped with this new valve timing technology, the free-revving all-alloy unit produced 270bhp initially, which was good enough for a top speed of 168mph and a 0-60mph time of less than six seconds. Those performance figures put the NSX on a par with Ferrari's 348 GTB, but in terms of comfort, ergonomics, driving dynamics, and build quality, the NSX was in a different league entirely. Sadly, this superiority was not translated into sales, and by the time production ceased in 2005, fewer than 20,000 NSXs had been sold – consequently making them relatively rare and much sought after today.Ticking all the boxes, this particular first-generation Honda NSX Press Car is an original UK-registered, right-hand drive Targa with the desirable manual gearbox, finished in Sebring Silver with a Claret hide interior. Interestingly, as a press car, originally registered N115 GLY, it is totally silver with no black top, a colour scheme that sets it apart from the general production examples. In excellent overall condition, this Motor Sport Magazine test car is in outstanding condition throughout and presents superbly, fitted with slightly larger 18" wheels of a similar pattern and an enhanced exhaust system.A comprehensive history file including invoices going back to almost day one as well as an impressive MOT trace accompanies the Honda, displaying regular care and maintenance throughout its lifeIt should be noted that the present registration number E2 NSZ does not form part of the sale but could be available by separate negotiation.Specification Make: HONDA Model: NSX NA-1 Year: 1996 Chassis Number: JHMNA11800T500015 Registration Number: TBC Transmission: Manual Engine Number: D30A4-510008 Drive Side: Right-hand Drive Odometer Reading: 74729 Miles Make: RHD Interior Colour: Burgundy HideClick here for more details and images
Uniquely specified when supplied new to the UK, this matching numbers car benefits from a bare metal, glass out repaint and has travelled some 1,200 miles since the engine and gearbox were rebuilt. One of the fastest production cars available at the time, the Porsche 930 Turbo was revered for its performance and reliability during the 1970s, and by the 1980s it became one of the defining cars of the decade. It was first seen at the 1973 Paris Auto Show and full production commenced two years later. The basic engine underpinnings came from the Carrera 2.7RS which was increased to 3-litres and, of course, turbocharged with technology gained from Porsche's 917/30 Can-Am program.The bodywork received special treatment resulting in one of the most aggressive looking Porsches ever made, with its wide arches and impressive rear whale-tail and the brakes came directly from the Porsche 917 race car. Porsche made its first and most significant changes to the 930 for the 1978 model year, enlarging the engine bore by 2mm to a total displacement of 3,299cc (3.3-litre), and adding an air-to-air intercooler. The rear 'whale tail' spoiler was re-profiled and raised slightly to make room for the intercooler, providing the iconic side profile so redolent of its era.The accompanying Porsche Certificate of Authenticity states that this methodically restored 3.3-litre Turbo’s production was completed on 16th May 1979 and supplied by Porsche Cars Great Britain prior to first registration on 12th March 1980. Specified in a colour scheme that was to define the 930 Turbo to so many, this car was ahead of its time, finished as it was in Gloss Black whilst the interior went through Porsche’s Special Wish Department with matching leather, carpets, and a roof lining with black trim instead of chrome. A limited-slip differential, passenger side mirror, climate control and sunroof were also specified.Well-travelled and diligently maintained over the proceeding decades, the car was subject to an extensive programme of mechanical works in 2017, the invoices and photographs on file testify to the quality of this rebirth, securing the car for future generations. In 2022, a bare metal, glass-out repaint in original factory Gloss Black is documented whilst the interior pleasingly retains originality, showing gentle patina to the famously high-quality fixtures. At this time the engine was removed for its rebuild as was the gearbox whilst the braking system and auxiliaries were attended to.By August this year, the engine had been run in after some 1,200 miles and returned to marque specialists, Elite Motor Tune of Northampton, for a mechanical review and servicing whilst the brakes were checked over, with invoices on file amounting to £1,917.00. Whilst retaining the original, our vendor commissioned a new system from the market leader, TT Exhausts of Redditch, that today provides a fabulous soundtrack on the open road.Presented to auction with a detailed history file that includes the aforementioned certificate, original service book, historic MOTs, the most recent of which is valid until July 2024, extensive invoices, photographic record of restoration and current V5C. Presenting beautifully and fastidiously overhauled, the current odometer reading of 89,997 miles, at the time of cataloguing, could easily be doubled over the next couple of decades.Specification Make: PORSCHE Model: 911 930 TURBO Year: 1979 Chassis Number: 9309700728 Registration Number: DBU277V Transmission: Manual Engine Number: 6790343 Drive Side: Right-hand Drive Odometer Reading: 89997 Miles Make: RHD Interior Colour: Black LeatherClick here for more details and images
**Please note this car now has an MOT, with no advisories, to 16th October 2024.** Ex-Jaguar Press Car as driven by Jeremy Clarkson and remaining in impressively original condition with less than 31,000 miles - offered at No Reserve. This is a remarkable example of Jaguar's long-lived XJ-S. It presents really well in Arctic Blue with a Saville Grey leather interior, that's not remarkable -there's a few of those around. It was featured on a very old episode of Top Gear, when a very young, posh and fluffy Jeremy Clarkson came to light reviewing this very car - he even opened the bonnet. Interesting, but not exactly remarkable (well the bonnet bit might be). No, what makes G70 WHP remarkable is its story and the fine detail contained therein over three decades, despite the fact that it's never really been anywhere and has lead a charmed life of heated garages and expert mechanical attention.The full story is in the history file but our vendor has provided a precis:June 1989 - Leaves the factory for first owner - Jaguar Cars Ltd.Early 1990 - car featured on Top Gear with Jeremy ClarksonDecember 1991 - car with new owner in Bognor Regis with 12,813 miles on the clockNovember 1993 - main dealer service HA Fox, Guildford 17,136 milesJanuary 1996 - work at Harwoods of Sussex 18,864 milesDecember 1996 - new owner from Newbury buys at Blackbushe Auctions, 19,862 miles, £11,050May 2000 - MOT 22,821 milesJune 2001 - MOT 22,927 milesJune 2011 - car comes to me (the vendor) via specialist, MOT shows 23,158 milesAugust 2011 - Service and fettling at KWE 24,381 miles, moves in to heated garage in Wimbledon VillageJuly 2012 - MOT 25,575 milesJuly 2013 - MOT 28,571 milesJuly 2014 - MOT 29,294 milesJuly 2015 - MOT 29,758 milesJune 2016 - service and extensive recommissioning work at KWE including new EBC discs and Green Stuff pads all round, coolant change, cavity wax filling and underlay refresh, air-con service and a new starter motor. MOT 30,342 milesJuly 2017 - MOT 30,534September 2018 - MOT 30,644 milesApril 2019 - service and work at KWE 30,644 milesNovember 2019 - MOT 30,836 milesAugust 2021 - MOT 30,905 milesMarch 2023 - MOT 30,937 milesThis late-model pure Jaguar V12 XJ-S represents the swan song of British development and engineering - there is an unbroken line of automotive DNA between this car and the 1950s MkVIII and MkIX, passing through the glories of the C-type and D-type racers, the legendary Mk2 and Mk10, beautiful E-types and XJ6s from the 70s. Look into the engine bay of this car and you are seeing history.Originality is key to value, but to renovate a tired XJ-S to this standard could cost over £80,000, and that's if you could find one with this low-mileage to begin with. And then after all that it wouldn't be original. There is no doubt that the XJ-S is going to continue to fulfil its potential as an appreciating asset, and I doubt there are many out there as good in terms of condition, mileage and history as this one.SpecificationMake: JAGUARModel: XJSYear: 1989Chassis Number: SAJJNAEW3BB163442Registration Number: G70 WHPTransmission: AutoDrive Side: Right-hand DriveOdometer Reading: 30945 MilesMake: RHDInterior Colour: Saville Grey LeatherClick here for more details and images
Handsome T2, extensively restored in the past and on offer at No Reserve. Outwardly distinguishable from the Silver Shadow only by virtue of its different radiator and winged 'B' mascot, the T-Series Bentley was introduced alongside its Rolls-Royce sibling in 1965. Mechanically identical, the duo represented a complete break from tradition, being the first of the Crewe factory's models to employ unitary construction. Originally of 6,230cc, the pushrod V8 engine grew to 6,750cc in 1970 and provided identical power in either application. Introduced in 1977 alongside the Shadow II, the T2 gained split-level air-conditioning, rack and pinion steering, revised dashboard and a chin spoiler. Bentley was seen as very much the 'junior' marque at this time - its resurgence in the form of the Mulsanne Turbo was still some five years away - and sold in correspondingly limited numbers. By the time production ceased in 1980, only 568 Bentley T2s had found customers compared with over 10,500 Rolls-Royce Shadow IIs, and today this arguably more handsome car is increasingly sought after.Dating from 1978, this attractive example is finished in Caribbean Blue, a summer-fresh colour that somehow reflects the more lighthearted, sporting nature of the Bentley compared to its more serious R-R sibling in darker, diplomatic colours. The T2's interior is unusual in that, whilst the majority of the car is classically trimmed in dark blue leather, the rear seat was specified in Velour of a similar hue which apparently was preferred by the first owner's wife as it offered a bit more 'grip' when she was in the back seat and he was driving the car with some alacrity.The car presents well which is not surprising considering that it was extensively restored, including a bare-metal respray, during 2017/18 by NRT Motors with receipts on file to the value of £38,904. The paintwork remains in generally very good condition with a tiny amount of surface rust on the A-pillar and scuttle which would benefit from some attention, but otherwise we understand that it runs and drives without fault.It's on offer from a prominent UK Bentley Collection having been a stablemate to no less than three ex-works vintage Bentleys, and appears to have always been well-maintained, with the most recent service in May 2021 (£1,445) and only a few miles since. It's accompanied by an extensive history file which contains a photographic record of the restoration, MOTs, registration documents and the usual manuals etc.T2 Bentleys and Shadow IIs from the late 1970s offer a really good balance between top of the range luxury, manageable proportions and nimble handling compared to the 'ocean liners' that followed in the 1980s, and this good looking T2, very sensibly guided and on offer at No Reserve, is worthy of your consideration.Specification Make: BENTLEY Model: T2 Year: 1978 Chassis Number: SBH33098 Registration Number: XNG480S Transmission: auto Drive Side: Right-hand Drive Odometer Reading: 53516 Miles Make: RHD Interior Colour: Blue leather front, blue cloth rearClick here for more details and images
Superbly presented, rare four-door 321bhp M3 Evolution on offer from the Private Collection of rock legend, Jay Kay. Based on the critically acclaimed E36 platform, BMW’s second generation M3 was unveiled in 1992 and featured a straight-six under the bonnet for the first time. Initially based on the stylish coupé model of the new 3-series, with its slippery new shape and fresh corporate face, the M3 employed some seriously sophisticated hardware, marking the first use of BMW’s new double VANOS system to adjust both inlet and exhaust camshafts. The sublime 3-litre engine boasted 24-valve technology, twin overhead camshafts along with the variable valve timing system, controlled by the latest Bosch Motronic fuel injection. Power was significantly boosted over the old four-cylinder model, rising to 286 horses at 7,000rpm. Already lauded as one of the finest-handling chassis on the market, in M3 guise the E36 became a world beater, capable of out-performing many exotics. Things continued to improve with the expansion of the range in 1994 to include a four-door saloon, and the arrival of the second generation Evolution cars powered by the new S52 B32, 3.2-litre straight-six with a raised compression ratio to 11.3:1, which significantly upped the power output to 321bhp at 7,400rpm. A 6-speed manual gearbox was fitted and the sequential DSG transmission was an option. Other changes included a new Cornering Brake Control system and 17" wheels, with fatter 225/45 ZR17 (front) and 245/40 ZR17 (rear) tyres. Regarded as one of the best sports cars of the 1990s, BMW’s E36 M3 Evolution was destined to become a classic. We are delighted to be asked to offer this fabulous four-door E36 Evo with the 6-speed manual gearbox from the private Collection of rock legend and knowledgeable petrol head, Jay Kay. It's one of only 570 UK right-hand drive examples of the E36 Evolution Saloon and has covered just 46,074 miles from new. It's finished in Boston Green Metallic with a classic M3 interior in light grey Nappa leather and it's only fair to describe the car as immaculate. These final cars are really great to drive, quick, smooth and immensely competent. Book-ended by the E30 and E46 M3s, the E36 M3 is often overlooked and, particularly in four-door form, underrated meaning that they are superb value. In amazing condition, with low-mileage and the cachet of celebrity ownership, this desirable M3 seems very sensibly guided. Specification Make: BMW Model: M3 Year: 1996 Chassis Number: WBSCD92000EX93279 Registration Number: P180 RNW Transmission: Manual Engine Number: 60531290 Odometer Reading: 46000 Miles Make: Interior Colour: Grey LeatherClick here for more details and images
Elegant, stylish and rare, this Velvet Green Corniche would be welcome anywhere. Introduced in March 1971, the Corniche was a revised version of the Mulliner, Park Ward-bodied two-door variants of the Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow and Bentley T-Series saloons, themselves notable as the Crewe factory's first unitary construction cars. In Corniche form, Rolls-Royce's well-tried 6.7-litre V8 produced around 10% more power than standard and proved capable of propelling the car to a top speed in excess of 120mph with sports car-rivalling acceleration to match. The model proved a major success for Rolls-Royce; periodically revised and up-dated, it remained in production well into the 1990s, the last (Convertible) examples being delivered in 1995. For much of the time that the Corniche was in production, a Bentley was regarded as little more than a slightly cheaper alternative to a Rolls-Royce. This famous marque had yet to re-establish its reputation as maker of some of the world's fastest and most exciting sports saloons and Grand Tourers, a process that commenced in 1982 with the launch of the remarkable Mulsanne Turbo. Consequently, the Bentley Corniche was produced in much smaller numbers than its Rolls-Royce equivalent, despite being – arguably – the more handsome of the two. 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. Up to 1984, when the Bentley Corniche was renamed 'Continental', only 151 had been sold compared to several thousand of the Rolls-Royce version and, pleasingly, these rare Bentleys are becoming much sought after today.On offer here we indeed have one of these rare elegant two-door cars. We understand that it was originally finished in Willow Gold but was later refinished in Velvet Green, an altogether more subtle presentation, although the original Magnolia leather interior is still in place, as luxurious as ever.The car's previous owner was an established figure in the world of motor racing having raced in the 1950s and 1960s piloting not only his D-Type, but also an XK120, C-Type, Aston Martin DB3S, Lister Costin, and Tojiero amongst a number of others. Our vendor, a well-respected collector in his own right, had been fortunate enough to buy the previous owner's Jaguar D-Type and, in a sentimental moment, thought that it would be nice to add his beloved Corniche to his own Collection to enable the Jaguar and the Bentley to sit side-by-side once again. A great idea but, as our vendor does have a number of other Bentleys, it was inevitably not going to be used enough so the decision was made to offer it for sale.The history file indicates that the engine had a major overhaul in 2003 which was around 13,000 miles ago. The current mileage is just under 80,000 and we understand from our vendor that everything works as intended, the electric seats, cold air conditioning, the stereo works from all four speakers, whilst the electric aerial is operated with a switch adjacent to the steering column.The rare Bentley Corniche is, without question, a masterpiece in looks and engineering and has that certain cachet fully understood by Bentley owners. 107 HYL is an extremely desirable luxury car in beautiful condition and we believe will be very well received by collectors and enthusiasts alike.Specification Make: BENTLEY Model: CORNICHE Year: 1974 Chassis Number: CBH17786 Registration Number: 107 HYL Transmission: auto Drive Side: Right-hand Drive Odometer Reading: 79178 Miles Make: RHD Interior Colour: MagnoliaClick here for more details and images
A very rare surviving UK-supplied 'suicide door' cabriolet that has been fully restored and just three former keepers from new. The austerity of the basic 500, known as the 'Economica', was not well received initially, prompting the swift introduction of a revised and better-equipped model which first appeared towards the end of 1957 at the Turin Show. Refinements incorporated in this less spartan version included wind-down windows, an upholstered rear seat, column-mounted switch-gear stalks and hubcaps. Introduced in 1960, the succeeding 500D used the 499.5cc engine of the 500 Sport in de-tuned form whilst, in 1965, that was superseded by the 500F. Maximum power increased to 22bhp and the top speed to within a whisker of 60mph. An immense success for FIAT, almost 3,000,000 of these adorable little cars had been sold when production ceased in 1975. However, the 500D known for its rear hinged 'suicide doors' has become the most sought after when combined with the full length sunroof known as the 'Transformable' and a restored UK-supplied example is therefore the 'holy grail' for any fan of the Italian Mini!We therefore come nicely to this fabulously presented example which was registered in the UK on 1st August 1964 to the first of just three former keepers. Beautifully restored, this charming car has recently been subject to a full repaint in the highly desirable colour of Azzurro Aquamarine with a full professional retrim by the renowned company, Unrivalled Coachtrimming of Basingstoke, below a brand new hood. The recent engine-out service is complemented by a new clutch with new braking components all round and four new tyres. New brightwork has been fitted with the original aluminium professionally polished where possible.With a current odometer reading of a shade under 36,000 miles, at the time of cataloguing, this car is presented to auction with a detailed history file that includes extensive invoices for the work done and represents a rare opportunity to enjoy one of the rarest surviving examples of a UK-supplied 'suicide door' full sunroof 500D in classic Italian colours.Specification Make: FIAT Model: 500D Year: 1964 Chassis Number: 110D723145 Registration Number: BLP 935B Transmission: Manual Engine Number: 797554 Drive Side: Right-hand Drive Odometer Reading: 37000 Miles Make: RHD Interior Colour: Red/PinkClick here for more details and images
Part of the Cheshire Collection, supplied new by Ralliart UK to the first owner who covered less than 27,000 miles during his 23-year ownership. The Cheshire Collection is a carefully curated ensemble of modern classics that represent our vendor's enthusiasm, and are all offered on a No Reserve basis to make way for new additions to their respective collections. For nearly a decade, they have been a welcome sight at our auctions, and whilst we have appreciated their energetic bidding, we have valued their chats, enthusiast to enthusiast, just as much. Each car is special, whether it's the vastly improved 1973 Ford Escort, the last production Sierra RS Cosworth showing less than 22,000 miles, the fabulous 12,000km 'Group N' Escort Cosworth, the well-maintained Clio V6, the one-owner, low-mileage Evo VI GSR to, perhaps, the best 2005 Honda Civic Type R on the market.It wasn't until the launch of the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VI (more commonly referred to as the Evo VI GSR) that the Japanese firm entered the consciousness of a wider spectrum of rally enthusiasts. The first Evo to be officially available in the UK, the Mitsubishi Evo VI was launched in January 1999. From May 1999, UK cars were imported by Mitsubishi Motors and prepared by Ralliart UK (a new company offering closer ties with the UK importer that saw the opening of a small number of Ralliart dealers; even cars sold through Ralliart UK were still subject to Single Vehicle Approval (SVA), which was carried out on behalf of customers). Most came as GSR-spec, but a cheaper RSX model was also launched to combat the draw of Subaru’s keenly-priced Impreza rival. The 'standard' Evo VI GSR stole enthusiasts' hearts from the get-go, its 2-litre turbocharged engine produced 276bhp (although it’s accepted that it was closer to 300bhp), and 275lb/ft. Fed through all four wheels via a 5-speed gearbox, it made the 1,360kg car fast and exciting. The key was its generous cooling.Not only did the Evo VI have a bigger intercooler, oil cooler and radiator than the Evo V, but it also had enlarged ducts in the front bumper, made possible by locating the number plate to the side. That told anyone also considering a Subaru Impreza WRX that the Evo VI was 'serious'. It certainly was, now fitted with a new ECU and permanent four-wheel drive with Active Yaw Control (AYC) that gave physics-defying handling by minimising oversteer and understeer, and a practical four-door body, the Evo immediately gave Subaru a bloody nose. It also helped it crack 0-60mph in 4.4 seconds and head on to 150mph (rather than the 112mph limited top speed of many Japanese imported models). Its body was stiffened with 130 additional spot welds and thicker gauge steel. The front suspension was improved with stronger, forged front knuckles the rear with forged aluminium to reduce unsprung weight.With a price tag of £30,995 when it officially went on sale in the UK, the Evo VI proved a performance bargain. In addition to its WRC-inspired mechanicals, it had showroom-friendly features such as climate control, Recaro sports seats and electric windows and mirrors. The Evo VI's candle burned brightly for a mere two years before being replaced in March 2001 by the Evo VII. For many, the Evo VI remains the pinnacle of Mitsubishi Evo design for its style, aggression and usability.The car presented here is a 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VI GSR, car #149 (denoted by its service booklet and gearstick plaque) supplied to the UK-market via Ralliart UK. Finished in Ichelle Blue it was sold via Mitsubishi Motors Reading on 25th March 1999 (to our then vendor), who applied the registration S666 EVO to it, which is generously included in the sale. The car is today still in factory-standard condition, having covered just 26,724 (verifiable) miles (at time of cataloguing) with early Mitsubishi service history (followed by trusted local independents), accompanied by its original Ralliart service booklet and Mitsubishi sales invoice. Our vendor was an early advocate of the abilities of the Evo VI and was invited, with other customers, by Mitsubishi on a specially chartered flight to Rotterdam to inspect and drive their respective cars. The cars were then brought into the UK, fettled by Ralliart and given to owners via the specialist dealerships.Sold by us in 2022 from a vendor who had owned and enjoyed this car ever since, ensuring it has always been garaged and well-maintained. After being garaged and not used (but regularly run-up) for a number of years, it benefitted from £1,700-worth of recommissioning work in June 2021, including an engine flush, a full oil/fluid and filters service, a new battery, new timing/auxiliary belts, a new v/belt tensioner, new spark plugs, and new brake hoses.Specification Make: MITSUBISHI Model: LANCER EVOLUTION VI Year: 1999 Chassis Number: CP9A1012568 Registration Number: S666EVO Transmission: Manual Engine Number: 4G63-YT0350 Drive Side: Right-hand Drive Odometer Reading: 26926 Miles Make: RHD Interior Colour: Black/BlueClick here for more details and images
Part of the Cheshire Collection, one of 256 Phase 1 cars supplied to the UK market and just two registered keepers, who were neighbours. The Cheshire Collection is a carefully curated ensemble of modern classics that represent our vendor's enthusiasm, and are all offered on a No Reserve basis to make way for new additions to their respective collections. For nearly a decade, they have been a welcome sight at our auctions, and whilst we have appreciated their energetic bidding, we have valued their chats, enthusiast to enthusiast, just as much. Each car is special, whether it's the vastly improved 1973 Ford Escort, the last production Sierra RS Cosworth showing more than 21,000 miles, the fabulous 12,000km 'Group N' Escort Cosworth, the well-maintained Clio V6, the one-owner, low-mileage Evo VI GSR to, perhaps, the best 2005 Honda Civic Type R on the market.A spin-off from the 'Clio Trophy' race series and first previewed at the Paris Motor Show in 1998, the Clio V6 230 was in many ways the spiritual successor to the mid-engined 5-Turbo. Launched in 2001, the wide-hipped, mid-engined ‘baby supercar' was broadly based on the Clio Mk II but the V6 variant actually shared very little with its standard counterpart. Where the rear seats would normally be nestled a tweaked version of the proven and unstressed 3-litre, 24v, V6 unit from the Laguna saloon offering access to 227bhp (230PS) fed to the rear wheels and enabling 0-60 in 6.2 seconds and 146mph, not for the faint-hearted in such a diminutive 'rocket ship'. The Phase 1 cars were assembled by hand at the Tom Walkinshaw Racing (TWR) workshops in Uddevalla in Sweden, using parts shipped from France, producing just 1,513 examples between 2001 and 2003.This right-hand drive UK-supplied 2002 Phase 1 Clio V6 is finished in sparkling Iceberg Silver with a Charcoal half-leather and Alcantara interior and was registered to the first of just two keepers on the 15th July 2002. Stored in a 'Carcoon' in a heated garage the car formed part of a collection and having admired his mature enthusiast neighbour’s car for many years, the second recorded keeper bought the car directly from him and lightly recommissioned it, thereafter driving it only on sunny days. Recently serviced with a brake system overhaul, the car will be presented to auction with a fresh MOT, handbooks and service book. The Clio's condition shows the care bestowed on it from new, the odometer reading 42,568 miles at the time of cataloguing.Offered at No Reserve and estimated keenly, this modern classic represents a great opportunity to join the rarefied world of low-production UK, rear-engine motoring.Specification Make: RENAULT Model: CLIO V6 Year: 2002 Chassis Number: VF1C61A0625482305 Registration Number: FX02WWL Transmission: Manual Engine Number: F118588 Drive Side: Right-hand Drive Odometer Reading: 42568 Miles Make: RHD Interior Colour: BlackClick here for more details and images
Part of the Cheshire Collection and perhaps the finest example available with just 17,000 miles supported by the Honda service history from new. The Cheshire Collection is a carefully curated ensemble of modern classics that represent our vendor's enthusiasm, and are all offered on a No Reserve basis to make way for new additions to their respective collections. For nearly a decade, they have been a welcome sight at our auctions, and whilst we have appreciated their energetic bidding, we have valued their chats, enthusiast to enthusiast, just as much. Each car is special, whether it's the vastly improved 1973 Ford Escort, the last production Sierra RS Cosworth showing more than 21,000 miles, the fabulous 12,000km 'Group N' Escort Cosworth, the well-maintained Clio V6, the one-owner, low-mileage Evo VI GSR to, perhaps, the best 2005 Honda Civic Type R on the market.Developed and produced by Honda since September 1997, the first Civic Type R was the third model to receive Honda's Type R badge, after the NSX and Integra. Type R versions of the Civic typically feature a lightened and stiffened body, specially tuned engine, upgraded brakes and chassis, and are offered with 5-or 6-speed manual transmission. Like other Type R models, red is used in the background of the Honda badge to give it a special sporting distinction and to separate it from other models.In 2001, Honda introduced the next generation of the Civic Type R as a 3-door hatchback, unique to the UK market and known as the EP3. Manufactured in Swindon, this European Domestic Market Civic Type R featured a 197bhp, 2-litre VTEC engine (K20A2) and the regular Type R treatment of seam-welding, a close-ratio 6-speed transmission and upgraded brakes. It was first registered on 1st March 2005 and has returned to Honda main agents a total of 14 times for servicing as evidenced by the service book and recent invoices. It has covered just less than 17,500 miles and is presented to auction in a commensurate condition.Offered at No Reserve and keenly estimated, this motorcar represents a fantastic opportunity to buy one of the finest examples on the market and an ideal 'first classic', albeit a rather swift modern one!Specification Make: HONDA Model: CIVIC TYPE R Year: 2005 Chassis Number: SHHEP33505U202236 Registration Number: NL05SUX Transmission: Manual Engine Number: K20A25002154 Drive Side: Right-hand Drive Odometer Reading: 17500 Miles Make: RHD Interior Colour: BlackClick here for more details and images
Part of the Cheshire Collection since 2015, less than 22,000 miles and confirmed by Ford as the last right-hand drive Sierra Cosworth to leave the production line. Very special. The Cheshire Collection is a carefully curated ensemble of modern classics that represent our vendor's enthusiasm, and are all offered on a No Reserve basis to make way for new additions to their respective collections. For nearly a decade, they have been a welcome sight at our auctions, and whilst we have appreciated their energetic bidding, we have valued their chats, enthusiast to enthusiast, just as much. Each car is special, whether it's the vastly improved 1973 Ford Escort, the last production Sierra RS Cosworth showing less than 22,000 miles, the fabulous 12,000km 'Group N' Escort Cosworth, the well-maintained Clio V6, the one-owner, low-mileage Evo VI GSR to, perhaps, the best 2005 Honda Civic Type R on the market.The original Ford Sierra RS Cosworth was the first Ford to wear the Cosworth badge and was introduced at the 1985 Geneva Motor Show as a means of homologating the Sierra for 'Group A' Touring Car racing. These regulations dictated that a minimum of 5,000 were built and sold, and eventually Ford complied, with 5,545 finding homes. 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-litre turbo engine of now legendary repute. The RS Cosworth used a 204bhp 2-litre DOHC engine with a Garret T3 turbocharger and intercooler enabling it to reach 62mph in 6.8 seconds and top speed of 150mph. In 1986, the Sierra Cosworth was a new kind of performance car - a blue-collar hero able to humble true sports cars.In January 1990, the third generation Sierra RS Cosworth was launched, this time with four-wheel drive. As early as 1987, Mike Moreton and Ford Motorsport had been talking about a four-wheel drive Sierra RS Cosworth that could make Ford competitive in the World Rally Championship. Ford Motorsport's desire for a 3-door 'Motorsport Special' equivalent to the original Sierra RS Cosworth was not embraced. The more discreet 4-door version was considered to have a better marketing potential, and it was therefore decided that the new car should be a natural development of the second generation, to be launched in conjunction with the facelift scheduled for the entire Sierra line in 1990.Launched to huge acclaim, the 4x4 RS Cosworth was superceded by the Mondeo in 1992, which brings us neatly to this immaculate example here. For K916 ATX has the distinction of being the last Sierra 4x4 Cosworth from the production line at Genk, as confirmed by a letter from the Operations Manager at Ford Genk, Germany. Delivered new on 2nd March 1993 to a Mr Gambling, he must have been made an attractive offer by Ford dealers Fordthorne of Cardiff, as he sold it to them on 3rd August 1993. There then followed a long period of ownership by Fordthorne, who regularly serviced and maintained the car, with detailed receipts on file, although the service book was not stamped. In 2009, the car was purchased by a Mr Bailey who kept it for some five years before he sold it to our vendor in 2015.The car presents immaculately today. The unmarked and rare Mallard Green paintwork gleams and the black leather Recaro seats show little, if any, signs of wear, understandably for a car showing just 20,335 miles. This figure is backed up by every MOT except one (from 1999), which we believe was due to the car being off the road, pre the days of SORN and therefore not showing on any records. In preparation for the sale, the car was fitted with brand new discs and pads all round, a new timing belt, full service, fuel filter and a brand-new OE-exhaust and flew through its most recent MOT which is valid until 15th October 2024.Most final production models are retained by the manufacturer and any low-mileage Sierra RS Cosworth is special, but there is only one right-hand car that can genuinely be called the 'last one'.Specification Make: FORD Model: SIERRA SAPPHIRE RS COSWORTH 4X4 Year: 1993 Chassis Number: WF0FXXGBBFNS98109 Registration Number: K916ATX Transmission: Manual Engine Number: NS98109 Drive Side: Right-hand Drive Odometer Reading: 21335 Miles Make: RHD Interior Colour: Black LeatherClick here for more details and images
On offer from the Barton J Hubert No Reserve Collection - shooting brake, cool styling and a sonorous soundtrack from the desirable S54 engine; one of only 165 right-hand drive Z3M Coupés produced worldwide, and one of just 14 S54 examples in Steel Grey. The Z3 was the first modern mass-market roadster produced by BMW, as well as the first new BMW model to be assembled in the United States. It was introduced as a 1996 model-year vehicle, shortly after being featured in the James Bond movie Goldeneye. While the film was number one at the box office, sales of the car peaked and over 15,000 orders had been placed by the time the car was launched. The Z3 was designed by Joji Nagashima of the BMW design team, and was developed from the 3-series E36 platform, and consequently is often referred to as the E36/7 (Roadster) or E36/8 (Coupé). When launched, only the 1.9-litre, straight-four engine was offered, but its 138bhp proved a bit short of breath. A 2.2-litre engine producing 168bhp was made available for the more enthusiastic driver whilst in 1997 a powerful six-cylinder 2.8-litre unit producing 190bhp was an option, and ultimately, in 1998, the 3.2-litre Z3M topped the range. In October 2001, the 'M' Coupé reappeared with the new 3.2-litre 'S54' B32 engine from the E46 M3, producing 321bhp at 7,400rpm and 258lb/ft, and it transformed the Z3M. On paper, the difference is a mere 4bhp, but in the real world it feels like at least 40bhp! The free-revving characteristics remained, but with the power instantly available throughout the range; smoother, torquier, more responsive – in other words, the drivers' choice and the model the enthusiasts hanker for.Only 165 right-hand drive Z3M Coupés were made worldwide, with just 123 for the UK-market, plus, this car is one of only 15 S54 examples finished in the rare colour of Stahlgrau Metallic (Steel Grey), which makes this a particularly desirable car.The car presented here is a 2002 Z3M Coupé (S54) and is one of those 14 S54 examples produced in arguably the best (and rarest) BMW hue of Steel Grey, and doesn’t it suit the car? Wow. Complemented by a single-tone black interior (no two-tone seats here) this is 'uber-cool BMW-ness'. Supplied new by Jacksons BMW, Guernsey C.I in February 2002, the all-important M Power running-in service and subsequent 12 services were all carried out by the supplying main dealer. It was latterly serviced by renowned specialists Hexagon (including Inspection II service), and treated to new brake calipers, discs and pads, plus a wheel alignment. Supplied with its original and complete book-pack (including stamped-up service schedule), its original bill of sale, plus invoices for maintenance/upkeep, this is the complete 'Z3M package'.In exceptionally good condition, our vendor selected this car as part of his Collection for its quality, specification and rarity. With a full and comprehensive service history, supporting its meagre 45,000 miles, this is a superb modern-classic, and tipped to be a future star. Indeed, Bonhams, at their recent Zoute Sale, achieved €149,500 for another S54 in Steel Grey, a quite amazing result, but it shows how highly-regarded these cars are - a never-to-be-repeated, powerful, naturally aspirated engined, almost bespoke type of production car from a major manufacturer – certainly a high-tidemark model. Offered for sale at 'No Reserve', this is a special opportunity.Specification Make: BMW Model: Z3M COUPÉ S54 Year: 2002 Chassis Number: WBSCN92070LC69221 Registration Number: M23 BMV Transmission: Manual Drive Side: Right-hand Drive Odometer Reading: 45000 Miles Make: RHD Interior Colour: BlackClick here for more details and images
This beautiful Quattrovalvole Spider is undoubtedly one of the nicest examples we have seen for years. The 308 replaced the 246 Dino in 1975 as Ferrari’s mid-engined sports car model. It was in production until 1985 when superseded by the 328, which was the last car of this iconic shape. Designed by Leonardo Fioravanti of Pininfarina (who was also responsible for the Ferrari Daytona) it was first shown at the 1975 Paris Motor Show and is still regarded today as having one of Ferrari’s most celebrated silhouettes. The model evolved during its lifespan and the 308 Quattrovalvole, as offered here, was launched at the 1982 Paris Motor Show – with the main update being a new cylinder head, using four valves per cylinder, which increased power output to a claimed 240hp and a top speed over 150mph. The 'QV' also had a few small exterior and interior changes, but essentially retained the same classic appearance as the first 308.On offer here is an original UK-supplied, right-hand drive car, first registered in January 1984, that has been well-maintained throughout its life – as witnessed by the substantial history and service folder – with the last owner undertaking considerable restoration works, including some limited body repairs, a full repaint in its original Rosso Corsa and an interior re-trim.The 308 has a tube frame with separate body and both appear to be in very good condition, the bodywork having received some minor repairs and a full respray in 2019. Being the GTS model, this car has a Targa top – a removable roof panel, which can be stowed in a vinyl cover behind the seats when not in use. The tan leather interior and black carpeting appear excellent, having benefitted from a re-trim in 2019 and, in terms of creature comforts, it's fitted with the optional Borletti air-conditioning and a modern Kenwood CD unit.The transversely-mounted, four-cam, 3-litre V8 engine was treated to a recent service (January 2023) at Carrs Ferrari Exeter and a full compression test was carried out on all eight cylinders, displaying between 145psi and 170psi, a good result. There is an excellent history file detailing previous services and maintenance with relevant invoices. The odometer reads 21,794 miles, however the mileage is in fact 121,794, although looking at the car you would find it hard to tell, such is the quality of its presentation. It's supplied with a fitted luggage set and a full tool kit.This super 308 will celebrate its 40th Birthday in a few months time but remains a head-turner. Beautifully finished in classic colours, sitting on 17" Compomotive alloy wheels and demonstrably well-maintained, it's ready to be enjoyed by a new admirer of the world-famous 'prancing horse' marque.Specification Make: FERRARI Model: 308 Year: 1984 Chassis Number: ZFFLA13C000048537 Registration Number: 308 CWK Transmission: Manual Engine Number: 48537 Drive Side: Right-hand Drive Odometer Reading: 21759 Miles Make: RHD Interior Colour: Tan LeatherClick here for more details and images
Delivered new to a British national in Marbella, registered in the UK shortly after, lovely service history and just 40,785km (25,343miles). The Ferrari F355 Berlinetta burst onto the World stage in the spring of 1994, with the Targa GTS and Spider following in 1995. The F355's name is derived from its 3.5-litre V8 engine and five valves per-cylinder, as denoted by the Cinquevalvole inscription on the rocker covers, and this longitudinally-mounted power unit generates an impressive 374bhp at a spine-tingling 8,250rpm. The con-rods are titanium alloy, the clutch is housed in magnesium alloy, and the Bilstein shock absorbers use electronic sensors to provide active damping.Confirmed by the accompanying service book, this Spider was delivered new in Rossa Corsa with Crema leather, Bordeaux carpeting and specified with the fabulous 6-speed manual gearbox. The first owner, a Mr D. Compton, took delivery from Testarossa Cars S.A. to his Marbella address on 7th January 1998 and, weeks later, registered the car in the UK on 22nd January 1998. The history file includes a Sytner Nottingham sales invoice dated 29th September 1998 made out to a Mr C. Burton with an odometer reading of 818km. A year later, a Mr A. Smith purchased the car from Sytner with an odometer reading of 2,900km. We assume that, although both invoices record the odometer reading in miles, they actually represent kilometres. Service stamps, receipts and copy V5C confirm the car's history.Having owned and enjoyed a F355 GTB in the UK, the previous owner set about looking for a good left-hand drive F355 Spider to use at his home in Monaco. After an extensive search, he purchased this very smart example on 1st April 2018 with 36,000km indicated. Prior to purchase, the car was inspected by Ferrari specialists Damax. Coincidentally, the car had spent time in Monaco during Mr Smith's ownership and was serviced at Ets Cavallari, the service arm of Ferrari Monaco, in 2003. During his residency there, it was maintained by them, and the car accompanied him back to the UK when he retired. Since then, its been looked after by marque specialists Damax and Keys Motorsport, the latter carrying out the most recent cambelt service in August 2021 at 40,375km.This Ferrari 355 was purchased by our vendor from one of our sales earlier this year. At that point, it was destined to join the stables at his French home, however his plans have since changed, making this fabulous car once again available for purchase. Reams of main dealer and Ferrari specialist service receipts complement the service book, and the V5C and tool kit are present. Furthermore, the car will be delivered to auction with a fresh annual service and a new MOT. The Cherished Registration Number N16 SSY, allocated to the car in 2005, is also generously included in the sale.Very few left-hand drive Ferraris boast British ownership from new and, for domestic buyers who wish to use the car for continental touring, the service history and provenance is reassuring. Equally, as a manual Ferrari F355 Spider finished in classic colours, this estimate represents real value for a European buyer in comparison to its contemporaries marketed on the continent. Specification Make: FERRARI Model: F355 Year: 1999 Chassis Number: ZFFXR48B000110776 Registration Number: N16 SSY Transmission: Manual Engine Number: 48447 Drive Side: Left-hand Drive Odometer Reading: 40754 KM Make: LHD Interior Colour: Crema LeatherClick here for more details and images
A highly desirable UK-market Gallardo Coupé with a 6-speed manual gearbox, which makes the most of its 493bhp 5 litre V10, just 46,000 miles and an enviable service history. Lamborghini’s best-ever selling model, the Gallardo, was introduced during 2003 and production spanned a whopping ten-year period, all the way to 2013 when it was replaced by the Huracán.Sticking with the tried-and-tested two-seat mid-engined layout that Lamborghini have become known for, the Gallardo was powered a 5-litre, even-firing, naturally-aspirated V10 engine, which was later upgraded to a 5.2-litre, odd-firing example for the second-generation (2008-2013) cars.The first-generation 5-litre cars produced an astonishing 493bhp (later 513bhp for 2006-2008 models) which was sent to all four wheels through either a 6-speed gated manual transmission or a 6-speed electro-hydraulically actuated single-clutch automatic transmission, which was christened 'E-Gear' by Lamborghini. Whilst the E-Gear system was able to shift far quicker than its manual counterpart, many journalists in period criticised the harsh shifts, whilst the sublime gated transmission with its characteristic 'click-clack' noise was the firm favourite amongst driving enthusiasts.The car presented here is a 2005 Lamborghini Gallardo Coupe, with the open-gated manual gearbox. With only c.46,000 miles covered from new, you would struggle to find a better example of a Gen 1 car. In 'oh-so Lamborghini' spec, of black over black, it is hard to see this as anything but the perfect junior supercar. It's evident that this example has been extremely well-cared for from new, and the low-mileage is supported by a comprehensive service record, a mixture of Lamborghini and specialists, with the most recent (and fresh MOT) being just prior to auction. It's supplied with a large history file including invoices to support the maintenance record.This is a great opportunity to take ownership of a modern-classic Lamborghini with a timeless design; a 'supercar' that is very easy to get along with, whilst you’ll never tire of shifting that gear-lever. Very few excellent examples, especially manual cars, come to market and this one, in a very stylish colour with a high factory specification, really ticks all the boxes.Summary of servicing listed as follows:10/10/06 – 7,505 miles01/10/07 – 15,538 miles19/11/09 – 31,002 miles10/09/10 – 34,652 miles15/06/11 – 35,103 miles09/08/12 – 35,319 miles12/05/14 – 38,284 miles08/05/15 – 40,737 miles19/02/16 – 42,851 miles21/06/17 – 43,112 miles06/02/19 – 44,624 miles12/03/20 – 45,298 miles20/04/21 – 45,621 miles10/23 – TBCSpecification Make: LAMBORGHINI Model: GALLARDO COUPE MANUAL Year: 2005 Chassis Number: ZHWGE11M15LA02220 Registration Number: DF05 ADZ Transmission: Manual Drive Side: Right-hand Drive Odometer Reading: 46000 Miles Make: RHD Interior Colour: BlackClick here for more details and images
**Please note the correct registration number is KND 342N, chassis no. 1428328, engine no. AR00564*S0587*. The Alfa Romeo was supplied new to Italy in 1974 as a left hand drive example, not to London Sports Car Centre in 1972 as erroneously catalogued.** Benefitting from a major mechanical overhaul earlier this year, costing over £11,000. In 1967, Alfa Romeo dipped its toe into the Supercar sector by launching the Montreal, named after the Montreal Expo where it made its debut. It was powered by an all-new V8 quad-cam competition-derived power unit with dry-sump lubrication taken from the successful Type 33 sports racer and mated to a 5-speed ZF gearbox.With a capacity of 2,593cc, the V8 featured twin overhead camshafts per bank and produced, via Alfa Romeo/Spica fuel injection and Bosch electronic ignition, 200bhp at 6,500rpm. This provided excellent performance with a top speed of 137mph and 0-60mph in just 7.6 seconds. Under the exotic Bertone designed 2+2 coupé coachwork, the Montreal incorporated many stylish features, such as the headlamp eyelids and the NACA duct on the bonnet.According to the accompanying service coupon book, chassis '1440181' was supplied through the London Sports Car Centre on 10th March 1975 to its first registered owner, the Minimum Tool Co. Presenting in Dark Brown Metallic, this left-hand drive example benefits from a recent mechanical overhaul that cost over £11,000 in January 2023. Wildae Restorations in Devon carried out the work and there are more details in the accompanying history file along with previous MOTs, service records, invoices and correspondence.Prior to the sale, the car will be issued with a fresh MOT. This fabulous Alfa is offered to auction at a very competitive estimate when you consider its rarity and the level of recent expenditure, and is now ready for its next lucky owner to use and enjoy as originally intended.SpecificationMake: ALFA ROMEOModel: MONTREALYear: 1972Chassis Number: 1440181Registration Number: HLH 670NTransmission: ManualEngine Number: AR10564/S0146 Drive Side: Left-hand DriveMake: LHDClick here for more details and images
**Please note the car has recieved a fresh MOT valid until 6th November 2024.** Possibly the most high-profile modern Lotus in existence, subject to a £100,000 plus restoration and remaining in superb condition. The Esprit V8 was Lotus’ first crack at building an out-and-out supercar, and they undeniably did a brilliant job of it. The in-house designed and built Type 918 engine was an all-aluminium, 90° DOHC, 4-valves per cylinder V8 engine with two Garrett turbochargers which nearly bankrupted the company costing millions in development, but what an engine it was. Producing 350bhp in de-tuned, road going guise, and north of 500bhp in full race trim. The Esprit V8 was capable of 0-60mph in 4.0s and topping out at a whisper over 175mph. The car was visually beautiful, seen as a collaborative effort within the Lotus design team, building upon the foundation laid by Giorgetto Giugiaro's original design, standing at just 44.1in high and retaining it’s ‘pop up’ headlights until production ceased in 2004, the last remaining production car to retain them! An Esprit V8 is a rare beast in all senses, but this one is arguably the most special and notable example, having been owned, restored by Lotus and used by the ultimately disgraced CEO Dany Bahar.Dany Bahar wasn’t known for his money saving abilities, but certainly was known for an uncanny ability to spend it, so when he joined Lotus as their new CEO from Ferrari, he certainly brought with him some grandiose plans that ultimately became his undoing. One of his many self-indulgent projects undertaken during his reign as Lotus CEO - besides from remodelling his house - was to commission the factory to completely rebuild a Lotus Esprit V8 as a personal runaround. Bahar felt he needed something truly special, and none of the Lotus line-up at the time quite fitted the bill. Instead, he decided Lotus’ Esprit V8 supercar was the one, so set about having one fully restored at a vast internal cost purely because he wanted the best one in the world, and the best one in the world is what he received. There are many internal Lotus documents on file in the cars history folder, and while they fully detail all the parts and work involved, they don’t document the cost. With over 800 hours of labour involved and over 9 A4 pages documenting all the new parts used, it is reasonable to believe the speculation and rumours that this restoration cost Lotus well in excess of £100,000.In 2010, Lotus sourced and got to work on a very late, low mileage 2002 Lotus Esprit V8 to make it fit for Bahar. The restoration was certainly meticulous, leaving no stone unturned and no bolt untouched. The car was completely stripped down for the nut and bolt meticulous restoration, with the chassis being blasted and powder coated. Any parts that were still available new from Lotus, were replaced, regardless of their condition and thankfully there is photographic documentation corroborating the strip down, restoration and rebuild with the bills/internal invoices on file. Whilst it is not on the parts list, several Lotus staff including Danny Hartgrove, the man in charge of the restoration, have since revealed that a brand-new engine was fitted, straight out of the crate, at Dany Bahar’s request. The gearbox was fully reconditioned, as a new gearbox was not available. Upon completion, and whilst in Lotus’/Bahar’s care, the car was displayed at the 2010 NEC Classic Car show, the 2010 Paris Motor Show and the 2011 Goodwood Festival of Speed. Upon Bahar’s unceremonious firing, Lotus took the car back, kept it and sold it via their dealership network in 2014 before our vendor purchased it from the buyer in September 2016.The level of detail to ensure this car was the best in the world is incredible, and this V8 includes some special features. The whole car is in absolutely mint condition. On the mechanical side, not only was a brand new crate engine fitted but it was paired up with a host of "Final Edition" options from the last-of-the-line 2003 models such as a later ‘High Boost’ Engine Control Module from an Esprit Sport 350, breathing through a twin-centre exit exhaust, providing even more power and noise. To stop the car, uprated AP Racing front callipers were fitted at the front, and Brembos at the back, with Anthracite OZ Nova wheels shod in Dunlop SP Sport tyres.Cosmetically, in addition to the wheels, this Esprit had an oversized Final Edition spoiler fitted and ‘Afterburner’ tail lights. The interior was retrimmed in a totally bespoke and wonderful dark grey SuedeTex / Black leather combination throughout with a then costing £2,500 multimedia system/sat nav, with top of the range speakers, Esprit Kick plates, and a Momo 3 spoke leather steering wheel. The car was fastidiously painted in Pearlescent White from maroon and, as you can imagine with Mr Bahar standing by, the preparation and finish were millimetre perfect.Lotus have subsequently borrowed the car back in recent times for the visit by the Geely Vice President and Lotus CEO, Mr Feng Qingfeng, along with approximately, 50 Geely/Lotus Senior Executives.It has been looked after and cherished by its two private owners since Bahar, remaining incredibly pampered with over £32,000 in invoices from the current vendor alone, mainly from Stratton Motor Company, for maintenance and servicing, despite only covering a mere 5,500 miles since the Lotus restoration. It further benefits from a full-service history, stamped in the original service book, most recently receiving an A-Service in August 2023 from Stratton Motor Company as well as new timing belts/tensioners and new rear suspension, amongst other work. It will be offered for sale with a fresh MOT to further peace of mind.This car simply could not be a better example of what an Esprit V8 should be like. It is visually beautiful, mechanically wonderful and fully documented from new. While he may have made some questionable financial decisions whilst running Lotus, Bahar certainly achieved the goal of having the best Esprit V8 in the world. Being a CEO, after all, certainly has its perks. Without a doubt this is the best condition Esprit we’ve presented, and we highly recommend a personal viewing to fully appreciate the level of detail and quality installed in this car. With such a brilliant story behind it, and the first time its ever reached the truly open market, this is an opportunity to acquire arguably the very best Lotus Esprit V8.SpecificationMake: LOTUSModel: ESPRIT V8Year: 2002Chassis Number: SCCDA0823HC10330Registration Number: RO02 PTXTransmission: ManualEngine Number: LL918990230240LRV12Drive Side: Right-hand DriveOdometer Reading: 41524 MilesMake: RHDInterior Colour: Grey/Black AlcantaraClick here for more details and images
A very smart example of the legendary Defender 90 in the popular XS specification and fitted with a galvanised chassis. An icon for over 68 years, production of Land Rover's Defender ceased in January 2016 with more than 2,000,000 models built since the original Series I arrived in 1948. Never has there been a car that has so captured the imagination of the world. Land Rovers have saved lives, won wars, delivered aid and hope, conveyed Kings and Queens and numerous Popes, ferried injured animals from the lowliest sheep to the proudest lion to safety. The Land Rover has conquered ravines, deserts and snow, broken records and along the way won the hearts of millions.For 2007, the Defender benefitted from a serious revamp with a new common-rail diesel EU4-compliant engine from the Ford Transit, a new 6-speed gearbox, new fascia, new seats and a heating and ventilation system that actually works. The XS specification from 2007 included electric windows to the front, half-leather seating and a fancier dashboard than standard. Land Rover had acknowledged that perhaps not all Defenders were destined for muddy tracks, rivers and moorland, and those drivers that did have a Labrador as a front-seat companion might find it convenient to open the passenger window at the touch of a button. The Defender 90 in XS specification offered perhaps the best affordable combination of drivability, passenger comfort for four and rear load capacity when required due to the foldable seats. The Defender 90 is also far easier to park than its longer wheelbase sibling, the 110, and the Defender is as popular in town as it is in the country.Supplied new to the first of just three former keepers on 28th September 2007, this Defender 90 XS was used on a large private estate for the first ten years or so before being dry stored until the time came for the next custodian in June 2021. Intended for country pursuits, the next owner swiftly concluded that the Land Rover was 'too good' for his intentions and presented the car to auction but not before a fresh fluid service was completed and five brand new tyres on SVX anniversary dual-tone alloy wheels were fitted. Greater illumination is provided via the LED headlight kit, which is a welcome bonus compared to the original headlights.Whilst there are fancier, and substantially more expensive, examples on the market, this unassuming Defender 90 XS offers a multitude of uses on either turf or tarmac at a sensible estimate. Freshly serviced and presented with an MOT, which was issued without advisories, the overall condition is superb, due no doubt to the galvanised chassis and overall care and attention that it has received over the years.Specification Make: LAND ROVER Model: DEFENDER 90 XS SW Year: 2007 Chassis Number: SALLDVBS77A743193 Registration Number: DY57 WXK Transmission: Manual Engine Number: 070708125629244DT Drive Side: Right-hand Drive Odometer Reading: 64190 Miles Make: RHD Interior Colour: Black Half HideClick here for more details and images
A C16 UK-market car in a great specification, with the usability of Tiptronic S, a matching hardtop and an excellent service history - superb value given its mighty 414bhp ‘Mezger’ 3.6-litre twin-turbocharged engine. When the 996 was launched, it was greeted with almost universal praise and heralded by most people who knew what they were talking about as the best-sorted and most usable 911 that had ever carried the badge. Richard Hammond was effusive about the 996, describing it as 'visceral and exciting'. Tiff Needell said it was 'better in almost every way' than the 993, offering a driving experience that was 'second to none'.Launched in 2000, the 996 Turbo offered genuine supercar performance in a compact and practical package. Arriving with four-wheel drive as standard, a water-cooled engine, a smooth new bodyshell and a radically updated cabin, the new 996 Turbo was a thoroughly sophisticated, all-weather, competent supercar and although it went out of production in 2005, in real terms, it's still as quick as anything on the road. The 996 Turbo Cabriolet was introduced for the 2004 model year which was the first mass-produced Turbo Cabriolet model since the 1989 930 Turbo Cabriolet.Mid-range punch is the 996 Turbo's party trick, and while 420bhp might not be a headline power figure today, it still feels seriously rapid, with instant thrust that ensures you are pressed against the back of the seat and a flow of power that feels almost linear. The chassis and brakes are a perfect match for the engine's performance, whilst the ride is taut but retains enough suppleness for long journeys to remain comfortable. With four-wheel drive and the engine slung out the back, both grip and traction are incredibly strong, promoting a feeling of confidence that can border on invincibility!Delivered new by Porsche JCT600/Brooklands of Leeds in November 2003, this discerningly specified 2003 Porsche 911 (996) Turbo Cabriolet is fitted with the effortless-to-use 5-speed Tiptroinc S gearbox and is finished in Midnight Blue Metallic paintwork with a full leather interior with Aluminium interior accents. The car is supplied with it's original and complete book-pack (including its stamped-up service booklet), a full set of keys, a history folder (including numerous invoices) and matching hardtop. It was owned by our vendor’s close friend, an avid car enthusiast/collector, for the last 16 years, and has been dutifully maintained and garage-stored.Offered at a very realistic guide, with 50,000 miles covered (which equates to just 2,500 miles per annum), this Porsche 911 996 Turbo looks like 'small change' in comparison to its earlier 993 counterparts.Specification Make: PORSCHE Model: 911 996 TURBO CABRIOLET TIPTRONIC S Year: 2003 Chassis Number: WP0ZZZ99Z4S670378 Registration Number: V88 PML Transmission: Tiptronic S Engine Number: 64401664 Drive Side: Right-hand Drive Odometer Reading: 50650 Miles Make: RHDClick here for more details and images
first mid of the 19th Cent. Dutch folding table - probably from Hindelopen - with a painted biblical theme and underneath a painted flower decor || NEDERLAND - 1800/50 allicht "Hindelopen" - klaptafel met blad aan de bovenkant met een geschilderd bijbels tafereel ("Isaak wordt bedrogen") en met onderkant met bloemendecor
old poster (lithograph) with a work of Alfred Bastien and with a text concerning the first of May 1922 || BASTIEN ALFRED, THÉODORE, JOSEPH (1873 - 1955) oude litho-affiche, gedrukt door J.E. Goossens - Brussel, met een werk van Bastien en met een tekst ivm de eerste mei 1922 - met takszegel - 136 x 115
Robert Harrop, Five Boxed Beano Bash Street Kids Christmas Figures including BDCS01 Plug & Wilfred ‘ First Day of Xmas ‘, BDCS03 Fatty ‘Second day of Xmas’, BDCS04 Spotty & ‘Erbert ‘Third day of Xmas’, BDCS05 Danny & Smiffy ‘Forth day of Xmas’ and BDCS06 Teacher ‘Fifth day of Christmas’
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