1934 MORRIS "SPECIAL TEN-SIX"- 4-SEATER OPEN SPORTS-TOURER COACHWORK Chassis No: 35/TS/SP36676 Engine No: 4228 Registration No: ABP 460 Date of first registration: 18TH September 1934 Specification: 1,378cc 6-cylinders in-line pushrod overhead-valve 10HP-rated motor, twin-carburettor with four-speed gearbox, four-wheel mechanical brakes, live rear-axle with semi-elliptic spring suspension all round. Colour scheme: Red with black wings and matching red leather interior. History: By the early 1930s the well-tried trusted and proven range of Morris Cars primarily based on their reliable side-valve engined types proved the need for a more modern approach in-line with developments in the industry. The range of cars introduced in late 1933 and early 1934 saw a new premise for the more discerning motorist, with a more sporting outlook in both design and performance. The new "Ten-Six" overhead-valve motor would become the basis for a range of more sporting machines with bespoke coachwork options in open & closed formats and two and four-seater variants. Type MT12. Car No. 35/TS/SP 36676. Engine No. 4228. Sadly, for all that the car represents, both a rarity and excellent state of preservation and appearance, the history file is very thin with no previous ownership evidence seemingly available prior to 1978. However, a there is evidence of a complete engine rebuild carried out in c2013, and from all appearances it would seem that much of the rest of the car was at some time completely refurbished to a high standard. The open touring coachwork shows a very sporting appearance with heavily louvred bonnet & side valances, wind-deflecting double-raised scuttle and low fold-flat windscreen, whilst the dashboard layout has a well-defined plated instrument panel with large combination tacho/speedometer and full range of clock & dial-gauges, complemented with a racing-style "Ashby"-pattern 4-spoke steering-wheel and two-eared dummy knock-off hubcap covers to Magna-pattern wire-spoked wheels, and further with fitted stone-guards to the imposing headlamps and matching heavily-chromed bright-work. The "Morris Special" ethos is entailed in the polished alloy rocker-cover and unique enamel circular badge to the spare-wheel cover with "MS" logo motif. Condition: The vehicle appears in excellent restored condition: red paintwork with contrasting black wings and red leather interior trim and black double-duck canvas hood. An extremely rare model of a very limited production run of this particular type: the fore-runner of the later VA & WA tourers of the later 1930s. Very well maintained in original specification condition. There are no old-style logbooks, but a current V5C & older V5 document is present in the file, which shows the late owner to have been registered keeper of this car since 1993, and one prior owner dating back to 1978
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1929 ROLLS-ROYCE - PHANTOM II WITH BARREL-SIDED TOURER COACHWORK BY WILKINSON OF DERBY. Chassis No: 99 XJ Engine No: PR 35 Registration No: TL 972 Date of first registration: December/January 1929/30 Specification: 7,300cc 6-cylinders in-line single overhead valve 40/50HP rated motor; four-speed manual gearbox with live rear-axle: leaf-sprung suspension fore & aft; four-wheel servo-assisted mechanical brakes. Colour Scheme: Maroon coachwork with black wings and burgundy leather interior; black double-duck hood and weather equipment; nickel-plated lamps and fittings. History: According to RREC Factory Records this car was originally an open touring car with coachwork by Thrupp & Maberley order no. R2706 dated 1st November 1929, delivered to a Mr. G.W. Henderson of Chesham Place, London W1. In March 1930. The comprehensive specification documentation from these records indicates regular servicing, maintenance & repairs carried out by the works until 1936; further information shows the replacement barrel-sided tourer body by Wilkinsons of Derby being fitted just prior to the outbreak of war in 1939. From V5 and V5C documentation, it shows the car was acquired by the late owner in late 1989, and there is a comprehensive file of further documentation showing extensive bills for regular servicing, running repairs & maintenance, from several marque specialists including Hoffmans of Henley and Priory Vintage Car Company, and further including a recent major engine & mechanical rebuild during 2008/2009, with significant sums of expenditure including new cylinder head and cylinder-blocks replacement, as well as other major components. Condition: The car as currently presented appears to be in superb order, both as to paintwork, interior trim and excellent weatherproof hood and ancillaries. The nickel-plating is in good condition and there are additional CAV "Divers Helmet" rear-lamps fitted to accommodate electrical indicators within such period fittings. There is a large fitted trunk to rear with tools to upper compartment and stowage for tonneau-cover and related sundries. At time of cataloguing the car was heard to run very well and has always been maintained to be used regularly and often at a moment's notice, and has participated in many rallying and road-run events in its current ownership`
1926 ROLLS-ROYCE 20HP WITH OPEN TOURING COACHWORK BY BARKER Chassis No: GZK 10 Engine No: GI660 Registration No: WU 6110 Date of first registration: 23 APRIL 1926 Specification: Six cylinders in-line pushrod ohv motor of 3127cc, Monobloc with detachable head; four-speed manual gearbox, four-wheel mechanical brakes with servo; semi-elliptic spring suspension front & rear to live axle. Coachwork: Original barrel-sided coachwork by Barkers of London. Colour Scheme: White overall with red leather interior and tan hood & weather equipment. History: This particular example - chassis number 'GZK 10' - was ordered in late 1925 & dispatched to renowned coachbuilder Barker & Co of Olaf Street, Notting Hill on 31st March 1926. Bodied as a four-seater open tourer, it was supplied new via a London-Agent to Miss Sutcliff of Scaitcliffe Hall, Todmorden, Lancashire. Thereafter, the Rolls-Royce is known to have passed through the hands of Major J. A. Jackson of Gosforth, Newcastle-on-Tyne: Major Paul Andrews of Newport, Monmouthshire: Arthur Cornish of Eccleshill, Bradford: H. Horsefield & Son of Halifax: H. S. Waterhouse of Threshfield, Yorks: and then being purchased by former Ford Works Rally driver Eric Jackson who owned the car in a personal collection for almost 30 years prior to its current ownership. During his period of ownership the car was completely restored in Eric Jackson's workshops. The engine was removed and bored out to + 60 (which is equal to a Rolls 20/25); it had an overdrive and a new prop shaft fitted; whilst the original Barker coachwork was restored with running boards, completely resprayed and reupholstered in red leather. The vehicle travelled to Ireland, France, Norway, Sweden and the Isle of Man on RREC rallies with Mr Jackson. As well as copy chassis card records, accompanying paperwork includes a charming letter from Major Andrews' son which reveals that the 20hp spent time on the Continent and was used for numerous holidays.. In September 2011 the vehicle was sold to the present owner and has formed part of a private collection of Classic Vehicles since that date. A V5C and older style green log-book are present within the history file documentation. Condition: At the time of going to press with catalogue, this vehicle has not been inspected by our specialist consultant. From the vendor we understand that the vehicle is in excellent condition to original specification. The coachwork by Barker seems resplendent in all-over white paintwork, whilst the red leather interior appears to be of a very high quality of restoration, as indeed the overall impression is of an outstanding presentation. Sporting a full set of weather equipment and recent new full red tonneau cover. The subject of an older restoration, 'WU 6110' is a rare example of a Rolls-Royce 20hp having all matching numbers in excellent order with its original-fitted body
A Schuco ‘Real Elektro’ Mercedes 230SL (5500). Comprising a Mercedes in cream with red interior, steering wheel, steering cable, 3 wooden posts, instruction leaflet and other parts. The car’s features include remote control steering, working gearbox and differential rear axle. Boxed with inner packaging, minor wear and splits to 2 corners of the lid. Contents GC, light chipping and discolouration to bodywork, some damage inside vehicle and light corrosion to battery terminals
A 1957 Morris Minor 1000, registration number YRL 689, grey. This two door saloon has been with the engineer vendor for the past fifty years. He says that during that time the Morris has never needed to be restored and only maintained as necessary. He advises us that the body contains all of its original panels and has never been welded. The interior is also original and trimmed in red leather and the engine and gearbox are the original items. ***The underside is mainly original with some minor welding.*** The Morris is offered for auction with a history file containing the original workshop manuals ***but no various receipts or past MOTs***. V5C, MOT exempt See illustration
A 1947 Bentley Mk VI, registration number 627 BCA, two tone blue and grey. Bentley's Mk VI was their first post WWII model. Announced in May 1946 and in common with their Rolls-Royce sibling, they featured the standard steel sports saloon body. This fine example has formed part of a private Devon collection. Finished in a most attractive two tone colour scheme of blue with grey side panels and a contrasting beautifully patternated tan leather interior. Power is taken care of by the 4257cc straight six engine with F-Head mated to a manual gearbox, which endows the car with what Bentley and Rolls-Royce would describe as adequate. These early post war luxury saloons now offer tremendous value and this example coming from a true enthusiast should not be missed. V5C, MOT exempt See illustrations
EXTRA LOT: A 1988 Austin Mini Cooper 1275 Evocation, registration number E145 BDV, Tweed grey with Old English white roof. The vendor advises us that this Mini Cooper Evocation was sympathetically rebuilt from a 1988 Austin Mini City which has previously covered about 58,000 miles from new and has now covered just over 5,000 miles since the rebuild (new speedometer). Painted in classic Tweed grey with a contrasting Old English white roof, chrome bullet door mirrors, hubs, locking fuel cap, rood aerial, front and rear bumpers, and stainless steel wiper arms/blades. Prior to painting the bodyshell new inner and outer sills, door steps, rear subframe mounting points, boot floor panels, door skins and wheel arch extensions were fitted. A new windscreen, opening rear quarter lights, new body seals to all glass and door and boot seals were also fitted. The Mini has had a new rear subframe, adjustable front and rear suspension units, adjustable Pro Tech shock absorbers all round, knuckle joints, rubber bushes and steering ball joints. The Mini sits on reverse Cooper ten inch rims with Falken tyres. Braking is taken care of with Cooper front disc brakes with Minifin rear drums and new pads and shoes were fitted at the rebuild. The interior is trimmed with a late Cooper black leather interior with red piping, red carpets and overmats, alloy internal door furniture, the driver's seat runners have extensions, and a tilt adjustable steering column with sports steering wheel are fitted. The dashboard is an oval centre type, housing Cooper 130 mph speedometer and oil and temperature gauges. The engine is a highly tuned 1340cc A+ example, with Oselli big valve eleven stud Cooper S cylinder head (ported and balanced chambers), Kent fast road scatter camshaft, lightened and balanced flywheel, new Lucas electronic distributor and Lucas sport ignition coil and alloy rocker cover. The gearbox is a four speed with rod change, central oil pipe, new uprated clutch assembly, rebuilt twin SU HIF38 carburetors with KN air filters, Maniflow LCB exhaust manifold with RC40 single silencer exhaust, heavy duty battery, uprated alternator and aluminium sump guard. The vendor further advises us that the car has recently been serviced, including replacing all oils and filters, new drive shaft inner and outer gaiters, steering rack gaiters, and fuel lift pump. V5C, MOT to November 2017 See illustrations
A 1972 Honda CB500/Four, registration number PGC 889K, frame number CB500 2086913, engine number CB500E/2173379, gold. Honda's CB500 was a scaled down version of the critically acclaimed and ground breaking CB750 first seen in 1969. New to the market in 1971, they featured a 500cc version of the inline SOHC Four inline engine, five speed gearbox, disc front brake and the very distinctive Four into Four chrome upswept exhaust system. This has formed part of a private collection and has been restored to a show standard by the vendor. It is offered for auction with sundry receipts, past MOTs, SORNS and magazine articles. V5C, no MOT See illustrations
A 1974 Norton Commando Interstate 850 Mk II, registration number VTB 11M, frame number 103384, engine number 310626, red. Introduced in 1973 the Commando 850 featured larger cylinder bores, a stronger gearbox casting and an all metal clutch, plus a myriad of smaller changes compared to the previous 750 model. The increase in capacity did not raise the top speed but it did increase mid-range torque which gave the motorcycle more urge. This Commando has been with the vendor since 2004 and has 23,000 recorded miles. It has benefited from extensive expenditure in 2008 with approximately £4,500 spent on parts in a rebuild. Due to the vendor's ill health the Norton has seen little use in the last year, with the last MOT expiring in July 2016, since when it has been in dry storage. The Norton is offered for sale with a large history file containing numerous receipts, past MOTs and the original bill of sale from T&D Motorcycles Ltd, Leyland, Lancashire, for £866.15. V5C, no MOT See illustrations
A circa 1937 Ariel 350 SV restoration project. This Ariel has been dismantled and dry stored for numerous years. It will require full restoration. The engine has been dismantled, the gearbox appears complete unit, the frame, forks and swinging arm have been sandblasted in readiness for repainting. The black painted tank appears corrosion free. There are various other components and are also a number of magazines accompanying the restoration project See illustration
A 1976 Honda CB750/Four, registration number NRX 594R, frame number CB750-2576773, engine number CB750E-2466614, blue. Honda's CB750/Four is highly sought after and regarded by collectors today for their trend setting design and technical achievement in a production motorcycle. With their inline four cylinder engines, disc front brake, five speed gearbox, electric start and distinctive exhaust system, they instantly made the opposition look obsolete overnight. This has formed part of a private collection and is presented in show condition after a total restoration. This sought after Honda offers a wonderful opportunity to purchase a fully restored bike. V5C, no MOT See illustrations
A Kitbuilt Finescale 0 Gauge 2-rail GWR 4-6-0 Locomotive and Tender ‘Hazel Hall’, nicely made from a Springside Models kit, finely detailed and finished in BR lined green as no 5901 ‘Hazel Hall’ with late BR totem, comes complete with original bill of sale (June 2016) stating that the model has a Maxxon motor, ABC gearbox, and will require 7’ radius minimum curves, VG-E, left side cab footstep needs re-fitting, in original box
2000 GINETTA G27 series IV 1800 cc Registration number W 591 CBC. Chassis number G27S395266. Engine number 95266. Ginetta was founded in 1958 by the four Walklett brothers (Bob, Ivor, Trevers and Douglas) in Woodbridge, Suffolk, they moved premises a few times and following the retirement of the Walkletts in 1989 the company was sold but failed, and was then bought by an international group of enthusiasts, based in Sheffield. Many models have been introduced over the years using a wide variety of engines from the Ford 105E in the G4, through the Hillman Imp 875 cc in the G15 to the Rover 3.9 V8 of the G33. Today they are a fundamentally a track car company with many levels of competition. This particular example in Lotus Racing Green was ordered from Fereday Cars of Hampshire for Keith Neaves of Maidstone in Kent, documents supplied with the car show the total build cost of £19,069 with a comprehensive list of all of the components. The one "old" part of the car is the re manufactured live rear axle, everything was new; the Ford Zetec 1800 engine had a 30 bhp upgraded cylinder head with Raceline ECU, wet sump and manifold, using twin DCOE45 carburettors, mated to a 5 speed type 9 gearbox. The inside is fitted with a Sparco wheel and four point harness and has a full mohair hood and tonneau cover; in addition there is a rare hardtop with the car. The car passed its Type approval on the 26th October 1999. By 2003 it had passed into the hands of Rob Gurney of Northampton with a mileage of 3,466; in March 2005 the next owner was Michael Baker of Leigh on Sea in Essex, when the mileage had risen to 6,224. Our vendor acquire her in September 2007 and had four years of fun with her, taking the mileage up to the present 11,374 but he has not used the car since 2011 due to work commitments. Now she awaits a new owner who will respect the handling and power of this road/race car, weighing only some 650 kilos with about 160 bhp on tap! Gentle recommissioning of the whole engine and braking systems is advised before taking her out the road. Offered with the V5C, build documents/breakdown and various receipts, she is currently SORNed.
1968 BSA BANTAM D14/4 175 cc. Registration number VYK 901 G. Frame number D1448171. Engine number 4640. Initially introduced in 1948, the Bantam went through many changes over the years from a solid frame, through plunger rear springs to the later pivoted rear fork, the gearbox started with three gears, ended with four and the engine increased in size from 123 cc, through to 148 cc and in this, the last incarnation 175 cc. It cost a little over £130 to purchase in 1968 and was one of the most popular small motorcycles in production until they stopped making them in 1971. The first owner is unknown, but the second was a Ms Judith Egan from Filey who bought her in 1978, used initially for the short journey to work and when she met her future husband the Bantam was put to one side as he rode larger bikes. The current vendor acquired her in 2003 to add to his BSA collection and has not used her since then, apart from general fettling. She appears in generally original condition and the mileage could well be correct, she will require some recommissioning before returning to the road. Sold with a V5C and SORN documents.
1965 BSA C15 Star 250 cc. Registration number FDT 18 C. Frame number C1547040. Engine number C15F1113. In September 1958 BSA introduced a new '250' that would provide the basis for an entire range of singles in capacities up to 500cc. This newcomer, the C15, featured a compact overhead-valve engine and unitary four-speed gearbox. Alternator electrics and coil ignition were features, early models being distinguished by a distributor-type points housing. The engine/gearbox unit was housed in a conventional cradle frame with bolt-on rear subframe. Trials and scrambles versions were offered as the range expanded during the 1960s. This example has only had three owners from new, the first being Roy Smith of Doncaster who first registered it on the 10th May 1965, subsequently sold to David Platts of Doncaster who removed the original registration number circa 1999. Acquired for our vendors collection thereafter it now has a non transferable number and has been fully restored. There is an old MOT from 1999 which records the mileage as 18,388, a very similar amount to the one it has today. Unused since restoration when it received a top end overhaul and the colour was changed from its original red to blue, it should only require gentle recommissioning before use. Sold with an RF60, an 1999 MOT and a V5 (incorrectly listing the engine as 950 cc).
1959 BSA Bantam D1 125cc. Registration number 663 FYB (original and non transferable). Frame number BD2s-70632. Engine number DDB 12615. Introduced in March 1948 the Bantam was, and still is, one of the most archetypal British motorcycles, ridden by many as their first form of transport. It went from 125cc through to 175cc and was regularly improved over the years. The GPO were major buyers due to the ease of use and reliability. This particular example has the plunger rear suspension, three speed gearbox and battery electrics. It was originally owned by Leonard Cook of Midsomer Norton, near Bath before being sold to Fred Chivers of Peasedown-St-John, near Bath in 1971. William Stanifarth of Gloucester purchased her next and restored her, circa 1992, she was then left in a barn until sold to our vendor in 2008. He recommissioned her and has had many outings but due to other commitments she has not been used for a year. When the cataloguer arrived she fired up instantly and the electrics all worked. We would recommend gentle recommissioning before heading out for a run. Sold with RF 60, V5C, 1992 and 2010 MOT's and a workshop manual.
1955 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn - The Silver Dawn remains among Rolls-Royce's rarest post-WW2 models (just 761 were made)- This example boasts matching chassis and engine numbers plus continuous history- An elegant and very nicely presented 'big bore', automatic gearbox, big boot car Unveiled in 1949, the Silver Dawn had the distinction of being the first Rolls-Royce to wear standard steel coachwork. Visually and mechanically indebted to its Bentley MKVI stablemate, the newcomer was initially powered by a 4257cc straight-six engine (though, capacity was increased to 4566cc during 1951) allied to either manual or automatic transmission - both four-speed. Suspension was independent at the front and by live axle on semi-elliptic leaves at the rear. Braking was by servo-assisted drums all-round. A total of just 761 Silver Dawns had been manufactured by the time the model was supplanted by the Silver Cloud.A matching chassis and engine numbers car with continuous history, this particular example was supplied new by Rippon Bros Ltd to the Thomas Lumb Co Ltd of Skipton, Yorkshire. A mill owner, Mr Lumb kept the Silver Dawn until its purchase by Mr Walter Greaves from the Viceroy Carriage Co. in 1966. Exported to America by its third keeper - Mr Richard Werby - the following decade, the Rolls-Royce had covered some 106,000 miles by the time it next changed hands in 2001. Like his predecessors, Dr Stephen Davidson was determined to maintain the luxury saloon in fine fettle spending some $41,576.39 on it over the following ten years (invoices for the corresponding maintenance / refurbishment work remain on file). Repatriated in 2011 at an indicated 118,000 miles, the Silver Dawn was subsequently allocated the age-related registration number '487 YUH'. Forming part of a private museum collection in more recent times, this elegant and very nicely presented Rolls-Royce boasts the 'big bore' 4566cc engine and four-speed automatic gearbox. Offered for sale with copy build sheets, assorted newspaper articles relating to Mr Lumb, a Rolls-Royce handbook (1953), automatic gearbox instruction card and warrantee, Smiths radiomobile instruction book, numerous of invoices for thousands of pounds/dollars and the original RF60.
1963 Austin A40 Farina Historic rally drivers will instantly recognise this Maroon A40 as the one campaigned with great success by the late Don Pither - a man also known for his informative books on the Reliant marque and being co-founder of the Historic Rally Car Register. On Don's passing '4560 DP' was inherited by his son, who has since treated it to a comprehensive rolling restoration. The bodywork, ravaged by no less than 10 Historic Monte Carlo Rallies, was comprehensively refurbished and repainted. The A series engine was fully overhauled courtesy of many parts supplied by ace A series engine builder Swiftune, while retaining the original block and rare Mini-Cooper big valve and ported cylinder head - once completed the unit showed some 70bhp and strong torque on the rolling road. The vendor now classes the high-specification competition Austin's bodywork, paintwork and engine as 'excellent', the (roller bearing) 1275 Midget gearbox as 'very good' and the Grey and Beige interior as 'average'.
1963 Austin-Healey 3000 MKIIA This very tidy and original-looking 3000 is finished in Black, trimmed in Tan leather and rides on painted wire wheels. Originally an American export model, it was dispatched on May 15, 1963 to the dealer in Jacksonville, Florida. It remained in the US until being repatriated in 2003 and was then treated to a restoration and conversion to righthand drive between 2005 and 2008. The Healey was then enjoyed and maintained by its owner until his passing, winning Austin-Healey Club concours awards on two occasions during 2012. That same year the car was granted a very positive condition report by the Club, which forms part of the history file, together with a Heritage Certificate and MOT valid to August 11 next year. The indicated mileage presently stands at an unwarranted 63,000 and the vendor views the plush interior trim as 'excellent', and the bodywork, paintwork, straight-six engine and four-speed manual gearbox as all being in 'very good' condition. An attractive example of an increasingly sought after model.Launched to great acclaim at the 1952 London Motor Show, the 'Big' Healey enjoyed steady development, with the original four-cylinder cars giving way to the 100-Six of 1956, which was followed by the first of the 3000s in 1959 and the MKII 3000 in 1961. Identifiable by its new grille and bonnet air intake, the MKII was still available as a two-seater (BN7) or four-seater (BT7), but power was increased to 132bhp, courtesy of three 1.5 inch SUs on separate inlet manifolds. These, however, proved difficult to balance and the relatively short-lived MKIIA introduced in January 1962 featured better breathing courtesy of a pair of 2 inch SUs, plus wind-up windows, superior hood and wrap-around windscreen. A total of 6,113 BJ7s were manufactured before the model was supplanted by the MKIII in October 1963.
1951/53 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith Limousine Body design 8381 on chassis BLW15 was considered by renowned coachbuilder Hooper & Co as the prototype for its popular Touring Limousine - the so-called Empress line. Certainly the basis of what turned into the most imposing of motorcars was a bespoke Phantom IV-esque chassis of considerable 145-inch wheelbase mated to Silver Wraith mechanicals - i.e. it is powered by Rolls' 4566cc straight-six engine mated to the company's standard four-speed manual gearbox. The Limousine was built to the order of W H Gatty Saunt - a prosperous industrialist - and purchased through Caffyns of Eastbourne, Sussex. Believed to be the first British car ever equipped with heat-reflecting, tinted glass, 'BHC 888' was duly exhibited at the 1953 Earls Court Motor Show, where it was awarded the gold medal for design; a feat it repeated when displayed by the BARC at the ensuing Grand Prix d'Honneur in Paris.The Rolls' buff log book confirms it was originally registered to the Amalgamated Roadstone Company Ltd on behalf of Mr Gatty Saunt, and remained so until March 1966 when it passed to Dupont Brothers Ltd, and then to diamond dealer Egar Parser in September 1968; who retained it for 33 years. In more recent times, it formed part of an exclusive West Country wedding hire fleet and was immortalised by a starring role in the 2011 Marilyn Monroe biopic, 'My Week with Marilyn'; a film based on books by Colin Clark.A marque specialist service and comprehensive checkover have been carried within the last three years. Unfortunately the Rolls has also endured an accident and is being offered for sale with a degree of damage to its nearside. On the brighter side, it also comes with a DVD of 'My Week with Marilyn', a signed copy of Clark's memoirs, and a vintage Marilyn tea towel.
1969 NSU 1200 TT - Former Autocar road test car and part of NSU's contemporary UK press fleet- 1 of just 9 survivors known to the DVLA, recent engine overhaul and front suspension refurbishment- Intriguing Mini Cooper S rival, MOT'd till November 2017An evolution of the NSU Prinz 1000 TT, the 1200 TT (Tourist Trophy) was launched in June 1967. Marketed as a sports saloon in much the same vein as the Mini Cooper S or Fiat Abarth 850TC, both of which it crossed swords with in the European Touring Car Championship, the newcomer was powered by a mid / rear-mounted 1171cc SOHC four-cylinder engine allied to four-speed manual transmission. Boasting an oil cooler, all-round independent suspension, twin carburettors and front disc brakes, the compact four-seater was renowned for its nimble handling and nigh on 100mph performance.First registered as 'EPX 570H' on 15th October 1969, this particular right-hand drive example is notable for having formed part of NSU's contemporary press fleet. As well as being featured in the company's 'An invitation . . .' sales brochure, the 1200 TT acquitted itself with honours when pitted against a Mini 1275GT in Autocar magazine's December 1969 issue, copies of which are included in the sale. The magazine noting that the German machine was faster, freer revving, less cramped and more refined than its British rival.One of just nine 1200 TTs currently known to the DVLA, 'EXP 570H' has recently benefited from an engine overhaul (including new piston rings, bearings and timing chains) not to mention a front suspension refurbishment (uprated Spax adjustable dampers and poly bushes). Finished in Alfa Rot with Black cloth upholstery and displaying a credible but unwarranted 76,000 miles to its odometer, the sports saloon is variously described by the vendor as being in 'good' (bodywork, paintwork, gearbox), 'very good' (engine, electrical equipment) or 'excellent' (interior trim) order. With prices of LHD examples soaring on the Continent, 'EXP 570H' looks to be very good value especially given its wonderful provenance.
1985 Porsche 911 Carrera 3.2 Targa Porsche's ubiquitous 911 has come in many guises over the years, though this is probably one of the more individual examples to pass through our hands. It started life as a standard 1985 3.2 Targa, but prior to the vendor's purchase in 2014 it was treated to a G Force 'slant nose' conversion at a cost of c.£25,000, which was apparently achieved using original OEM parts. The Porsche's wheels have also been upgraded, and in place of the standard Fuchs alloys, it now features rare Oscam Type 806 (Rennsport) ones - 10x15 inch at the rear and 8.5x15 inch on the front. The Targa has comprised part of the vendor's collection of cars and, though it's seen little use in his care, has been treated to a partial restoration. He now classes the bodywork and Grand Prix White paintwork as 'excellent' and the Red leather interior trim, flat-six engine and G50 five-speed manual gearbox as 'very good to excellent'. The indicated mileage of just 41,000 is apparently substantiated by the considerable level of accompanying paperwork. Treated to a recent Targa roof renovation using original Porsche supplied kit, 'B303 MYJ' also comes with an MOT valid to June 6, 2017.The 911 Carrera 3.2 made its debut at the 1983 Frankfurt Motorshow. Visually indebted to the outgoing 911 SC, it was available in Coupe, Targa and Cabriolet guises and wore a revised front valance complete with auxiliary driving lamps and a subtle 'Carrera' script on its engine lid. Estimated to be 80 percent new, the newcomer's 3164cc flat-six engine was credited with 231bhp and 209 lb ft of torque - sufficient output to slingshot the Porsche to 60 mph in 5.3 seconds and on to a top speed of 153mph. The brakes were enlarged, the top two gear ratios slightly raised, and a redesigned timing chain tensioner installed. By now all 911s were built with galvanised bodies, relieving the concern over corrosion.
1969 Lotus Elan +2 - Documented history file to support the 74,000 recorded miles including numerous invoices- Fitted with a replacement Lotus galvanised chassis and Roto-flex driveshaft couplings- A slightly older restoration that has been freshly serviced and issued with a 'no advisories' MOT"The uncanny cornering powers of this remarkable machine equal and probably exceed those of any production car we have driven before: similarly the handling and brakes are certainly not bettered." (Motor magazine, September 1967, re the +2).The Elan name was first applied to Lotus's oh-so-neat, Ron Hickman-penned two-seater Roadster of 1962. It comprised a steel backbone chassis clothed in a lightweight fiberglass body, all powered by a 1558cc Cosworth DOHC version of Ford's proven 'Kent' engine. With independent suspension and disc brakes all-round, the Elan was notably light and nimble. However, it was also tight on space and in June 1967 the company launched the Elan +2 for those in need of more accommodation. Based on a lengthened and widened version of the original chassis, it boasted a lower drag co-efficient and superior road-holding; the latter courtesy of a six-inch wider track and larger tyres. Lotus summarised its intent by saying 'the +2 is designed to carry two adults and two children on a long holiday in comfort'.The subject of a slightly older restoration, 'BGU 853G' is reportedly accompanied by a documented history file that supports its 74,000 recorded miles. To SE specification (Weber carburettors, c.118bhp), the 1558cc twin-cam engine boasts a stainless-steel exhaust and is said to be in 'good condition', and to 'maintain good oil pressure'. While the four-speed manual gearbox is rated as 'good' too. As well as a Lotus galvanised chassis, the Elan has benefited from the fitment of new Roto-flex driveshaft couplings. The vendor tells us that: 'The overall appearance of the car is presentable albeit with the age-related marks typical of an older restoration. A repaint would improve the exterior but the interior remains smart. A fresh, 'no advisories' MOT certificate has been issued and a full service recently undertaken'.
1940 Austin 12/16hp Saloon This very smartly presented Austin 12 is understood to have been a prototype for the largely identical 16hp model introduced immediately post-war, and therefore has the larger 2.2-litre engine (the first OHV unit to be fitted by Austin) and improved four-speed manual gearbox. It boasts an interesting history, having been initially employed as a Royal Navy staff car aboard HMS Implacable and HMS Indomitable, as which it travelled to the Far East, Australia and New Zealand. Wearing its original registration, 'SSV 586', it apparently starred in a number of films and TV series during the early 1990s and has been in the current ownership since 2009. A nut and bolt restoration was undertaken between 2010 and 2012 and the vendor now grades the big Austin's bodywork, Green paintwork, Tan interior trim, and four-cylinder engine as all being in 'excellent' order. A splendid example of a relatively rare breed.
1968 MG C Roadster MG Cs may have had a rough ride in period, but good ones are now very sought after on the classic market, as enthusiasts increasingly appreciate what a fine car it is in its own right rather than viewing it as an MG B with a difference. This extremely smartly-presented example is finished in Dark Blue with a Black interior trim. Having received an extensive bodywork restoration previously 'PRE 550F' is fitted with power steering, uprated suspension, 5 speed gearbox, electronic ignition, high torque starter motor and kenlowe fan. More recently a new radiator and mohair hood have been fitted with new wire wheels, tyres and hubs. Showing 4 previous keepers and displaying a credible 85,050 miles the MG is offered with a large collection of invoices and old MOT certificates. The vendor currently grades the bodywork, paintwork, interior trim, six-cylinder engine and five-speed overdrive gearbox as all being in "very good" order. It comes complete with an MOT into March 2017.
1939 Rolls-Royce Wraith H.J. Mulliner Saloon PLEASE NOTE: This lot is not accompanied by a V5C Registration Document. The new owner will have to apply for a replacement one by completing a V62 form and submitting it to the DVLA together with a fee of £25. - 1 of just 491 Wraith chassis made, handsome razor edge styling, multiple award winner on both sides of the Atlantic- Last sold by The Chelsea Workshop for £55,000 in 2013More advanced than its predecessors, the Wraith boasted a 4257cc straight-six engine (complete with cross-flow cylinder head), four-speed manual gearbox, independent front suspension and 17-inch wire wheels. Just 491 Wraith chassis were completed between 1938 and the outbreak of WW2.Offered for sale with clear title by order of the High Court, this particular example has formed part of an extensive London-based private collection since 10th June 2013 when it was purchased from marque specialist The Chelsea Workshop for £55,000. Crafted by the renowned coachbuilder H.J. Mulliner, its notably handsome Touring Saloon body features twin side-mounts, heaters, sunroofs, veneered rear door panels, razor edge styling and an electric blind. Accompanying paperwork suggests that the Wraith has had five previous keepers namely: V. Waddilove Esq. (1940-44), C. Hague Esq. (1945-64), David Stockwell Esq. (1964-68), Toxey Smith Esq. (1968-91), S. Carter Esq. (1991-2006) and B. Wardle Esq. (2006-). Migrating to America with Mr Stockwell and registered to an address on Hollywood's famous Sunset Boulevard during Mr Smith's tenure, the Rolls-Royce was repatriated in 1991. A multiple award winner on both sides of the Atlantic, 'LMC 705' had its wiring, one-shot lubrication system, calorstat, water pump and brakes fettled later that same decade. Voted 'Most Elegant in Class' at the Rolls-Royce Enthusiasts' Club's Annual Rally in 2006, the Wraith was checked over by Fiennes prior to Mr Wardle's purchase and thereafter maintained by A&S Engineering. Reportedly the veteran of ten European rallies, the past few hundred miles have seen 'LMC 705' entrusted to The Chelsea Workshop for attention to its ignition system, inlet manifold / exhaust gaskets, dynamo / starter motor brushes and inner tubes etc (31/05/13) plus a full service (19/07/13). Currently showing some 14,400 unwarranted miles to its odometer, old MOT certificates on file date back to 1991 and show that the Rolls-Royce has covered an additional 100,000 miles (and perhaps more).
1967 Jaguar MK II 3.8 Litre Few would argue that the ultimate specification for a MKII Jaguar includes the 3.8-litre engine teamed with a manual gearbox plus overdrive. This home market example from 1967 ticks those boxes and more, as it also features power assisted steering, limited slip differential and an improved transmission. Finished in Dark Blue and trimmed in Grey hide, it was apparently stored from 1978 to 1988, at which point a two phase restoration was commenced, the final stage of which was carried out by Vicarage Motors. Since 1993, the MKII has resided in the Netherlands and its keeper throughout those years currently grades the bodywork, paintwork, XK engine and overdrive gearbox as 'very good' and the interior trim as 'good'. Featuring notably slimmer roof pillars than its MKI forebear, the immortal Jaguar MKII was as airy on the inside as it was elegant on the outside. Its monocoque bodyshell was equipped with independent coil-sprung front suspension and a well located live rear axle, 12 inch disc brakes all round and recirculating ball steering. The model could be specified with a 2.4, 3.4 or 3.8-litre version of Jaguar's race-proved, DOHC inline, six-cylinder XK engine. The interior was quintessentially British with its sumptuous leather-covered seats, polished wood facia and door cappings, comprehensive instrumentation and impressive row of auxiliary toggle switches. The attention to detail and build quality of the MKII were remarkable for the price being asked (just £1,779 0s 10d including taxes even for the 3.8) - these cars punched above their weight. Equipped with the 220bhp 3.8-litre engine, the Jaguar was capable of sprinting to 60mph in as little as 8.5 seconds and on to a top speed of 125mph. It was also extremely popular with the general public, bank robbers and the police alike, outselling its smaller-engined siblings, with 30,141 being produced between 1959 and 1967.
1959 Triumph TR3A The final iteration of the TR3, the TR3A, appeared in 1957. It was instantly recognisable by its wider front grille, exterior door handles and lockable boot handle. It continued in production until 1962, by which time 58,236 are said to have been built. Contemporary road tests achieved 0-60mph acceleration times of some 11.5 seconds and a mean top speed of a whisker under 110mph. '746 XUY' was repatriated from America in 2005 by marque specialist TR Bitz. Subject to a 'Chassis up' conversion to home market specification completed 2007 in 2014 a stainless-steel exhaust, alloy fuel tank, new boot rack and wire wheels including spare were fitted. Offered with a recently fitted battery and a collection of old MOT certificates this pleasing example is described in regards to its bodywork, engine, electrical equipment, paintwork, gearbox and interior trim as 'Very Good'.
1935 Rolls-Royce 25/30 Saloon with Division - Reputedly 1 of just 6 Rolls-Royce 25/30s to be bodied to this design by Windovers - Supplied new to W. Johnson Esq of the Basset confectionary company - Current owner since 1984, Marchal headlamps, drinks cabinet, twin spare wheels This charming long chassis 25/30 is finished in Cream over Brown and trimmed in Brown leather. Its Windovers Saloon body includes a Division and 'MJK 377' is thought to be one of just six Rolls-Royce 25/30s clothed to this design. It was supplied new on October 20, 1936 to W Johnson of the Basset confectionary company. The suitably impressive specification includes Marchal headlamps, twin spare wheels, chrome luggage rack, GB plate and cocktail cabinet. The Rolls has remained within the same ownership since 1984 but is now seeking a fresh chapter in its life courtesy of a new keeper. It comes complete with V5C and a copy of the factory records, as supplied by the RREC. Maintaining its policy of offering one 'Large' and one 'Small' model (the terms being purely relative), Rolls-Royce introduced the 20/25 in 1929 as a successor to the outgoing 20. Though the newcomer was intended to appeal to owner drivers, many examples were in fact sold to customers with chauffeurs. Power came from an enlarged version of the straight-six unit used in the 20. Now of 3699cc, it made for swifter acceleration and a higher top speed - up to 75mph, depending on the chosen body. The four speed manual gearbox featured the manufacturer's traditional righthand change and was equipped with synchromesh on the top two ratios from 1932 onwards. The substantial chassis sported rigid axles front and rear suspended on semi-elliptic leaf springs. The four-wheeled braking was mechanically servo assisted. In 1936, the company opted to increase performance once more, further enlarging the engine to 4257cc to create the so-called 25/30, of which 1201 examples were made before the model was superseded by the Wraith in 1938. Like most Rolls-Royces, the 25/30 starred on the silver screen, most notably in 'The Naked Truth' and 'Death on the Nile'.
2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK 63 AMG One of just 20 UK-supplied RHD CLK 63's produced, this particular example has had just one previous keeper and covered a mere 41,500 miles from new. Finished in Tellurite Silver Metallic with Black/Basalt Grey Nappa leather upholstery, its high specification includes Bi-xenon headlamps, front electric heated memory seats with massage, AMG body styling, 18in AMG alloy wheels and Bluetooth. Offered with original handbooks, all invoices and full Mercedes-Benz service history comprising of Mercedes-Benz Aylesbury @ 6771, 13473, 20482, 24464, 29383, 34200, 39506 miles and Mercedes-Benz Nottingham @ 41365 miles. Developing a quoted 475bhp / 465lbft of torque, the naturally aspirated V8 is allied to seven-speed automatic transmission. This well-cared for CLK 63 is rated by the vendor as 'excellent' with regard to its bodywork, engine, electrical equipment, paintwork, gearbox and interior trim. It is offered with a 'no advisories' MOT into June 2017.
1933 Rolls-Royce 20/25 Sedanca Coupe by Gurney NuttingMaintaining its policy of offering one 'Large' and one 'Small' model (the terms being purely relative), Rolls-Royce introduced the 20/25 in 1929 as a successor to the outgoing 20. Though the newcomer was aimed at owner drivers, many examples were sold to customers with chauffeurs. Power came from an enlarged version of the straight-six unit used in the 20. Now of 3,699cc, it made for swifter acceleration and a higher top speed of up to 75mph. The four-speed manual gearbox featured the manufacturer's traditional righthand change and was equipped with synchromesh on the top two ratios from 1932 onwards. The substantial chassis sported rigid axles front and rear suspended on semi-elliptic leaf springs. The four-wheeled braking was mechanically servo assisted. Bodywork for the 20/25, was to the taste of the customer, and Gurney Nutting, Park Ward, Thrupp & Maberly, Mulliner and Hooper were among the many coachbuilders selected to clothe these fine cars. Nearly 4,000 20/25 chassis were produced, making it the company's best-selling model between the wars.The English coachbuilder J Gurney Nutting & Co Limited was founded in 1918 and its first designs were displayed at the 1920 London Motor Show. The two developments that helped propel the company to early prominence from 1924 were a licence to employ the Weymann technique of body construction and the arrival of Scottish designer AF McNeil, who joined from Cunard. In 1928 the Prince of Wales commissioned a Weymann body on a 41/2-litre Bentley that featured a high waistline and shallow windows for added privacy. The so-called 'Prince of Wales' body style became a best seller, and in 1931 Nuttings was appointed 'Motor Body Builders to His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales', an honour that endured until 1935. By the early '30s Nutting had dropped the Weymann style of fabrication in favour of more rounded, traditionally-built coachwork and so began the company's heyday of Saloon, Coupe de Ville and Sedanca de Ville bodies on Rolls-Royce and Bentley chassis.The decidedly elegant lines of this lovely Sedanca Coupe is a perfect case in point, which is one of only 22 manufactured to the specifications of London Rolls-Royce dealer Captain H.R. Owen, that are therefore also known as 'Owen Sedancas' - purchasers of these grand models included three sons of King George V and Prince Ali Khan, the husband of film star Rita Hayworth. It is understood that Chassis GSY20 was originally ordered with Thrupp & Maberley coachwork, but the buyer, an A R Tillotson, perhaps swayed by the kudos surrounding the royally patronised Gurney Nutting Sedanca Coupe, switched the build to that design, which came off test on May 4 1933.Not too much is known about the motorcar's subsequent history. It is believed to have spent time in the United States and was the subject of an older restoration that has stood the test of time well, displaying only a few minor marks and cracks in the paintwork. It is these days finished in the stately combination of Dark Green (Brewster Green or a near match) over Black and trimmed in Tan hide, and was acquired by the vendor in 1991 as an addition to his already sizeable private collection. It featured in the Miller's Guide for 1991/1992 (p.280) and is understood to have been exhibited at the RREC's Castle Ashby club event on several occasions, won a prize at Techno Classica Essen, and participated in this year's Classic Days at Schloss Dyck event.This eminently practical Coupe, with its wide doors and front seats that fold well forward to aid rear seat entry, has many notable features including: twin wing-mounted spare wheels, above the nearside one of which is mounted a rearview mirror; the comprehensive vanity units mounted either side of the rear seat; Gurney Nutting's trademark beading running from the radiator grille to each rear wheelarch. GSY20 is superbly presented by the vendor who currently considers the Coupe coachwork, paintwork, interior trim, straight-six engine and manual gearbox to all be in 'excellent' order. A rare opportunity.
1987 Desande Caprice PLEASE NOTE: This lot possesses a MOT certificate valid until 14th March 2017.PLEASE NOTE: This lot is accompanied by an older type V5C Registration Document (Blue). - Part of an extensive London-based private collection since 2002- Chevrolet V8 engine, automatic transmission, power assisted steering, air-conditioning- Reputedly 1 of just 250 madeIntroduced at the Geneva Salon in 1980, the Desande Caprice was the brainchild of Belgian designer Danny G. Vandezande (hence Desande). Inspired by Mercedes-Benz's 500K / 540K Roadsters, the newcomer was based around a separate chassis equipped with independent front suspension, disc / drum brakes and power assisted steering. Featuring a choice of Ford or Chevrolet V8 engines allied to automatic transmission, the two-seater sported a wooden dashboard / door cappings, snug fitting hood, air-conditioning and leather upholstery. Bodied and trimmed by Grand Prix Metalcraft Ltd of London because Mr Vandezande opined that England was the only place where "the skills to build a classic car conforming to modern standards were sufficiently available", a limited production run of 250 cars was initially envisaged (though, how many Caprice Roadsters were actually built is unknown). Offered for sale with clear title by order of the High Court, this particular example has formed part of an extensive London-based private collection since 6th June 2002. Finished in Red over White with Red leather upholstery and a Tan hood, an HPi check reveals that (a) the Desande has had four former keepers and (b) it is not recorded on their stolen, finance, security watch or insurance write off databases. Accompanying invoices show that over the past fourteen years 'D19 AAA' has been treated to a refurbished radiator, new gearbox / back axle gaskets and replacement shock absorbers (2002), new fuse boxes (2005), refurbished Holley carburettor (2012), fresh starter motor / alternator / torsion bar rubbers / engine mounts (2013) and a brake system overhaul (2013). Seemingly last serviced by The Chelsea Workshop at an unwarranted 8,247 miles in July 2013 (c.200 miles ago), this eye-catching, Chevy-powered retro pastiche Roadster will hopefully possess a fresh MOT certificate by the time of sale.
1965 Daimler V8-250 This tidy Maroon V8 is understood to be completely original apart from a long list of desirable extras that include: power steering; Coopercraft brakes; Harvey Bailey handling kit; stainless steel exhaust system; oil cooler; Facet fuel pump; Kenlowe electric fan; wire wheels; and Coombs-style wheel arches. 'LGU 967D' currently displays an unwarranted 84,000 miles and is considered by the vendor to have 'excellent' bodywork, paintwork, Black interior trim, V8 engine and automatic transmission. It is now offered complete with green log book, Heritage Certificate, original handbook and a comprehensive history that includes a sizeable collection of invoices. The V8-250 was a derivative of the all-conquering MKII Jaguar. Its name was drawn from its engine - a lightweight, eight-cylinder one of 2,548cc. This was mated to a Borg Warner three-speed automatic or four-speed manual gearbox. Production continued until manufacture of all MKII derivatives ceased in 1969, by which time some 17,620 of the Daimler version had been made.
2006 Bentley Arnage RL PLEASE NOTE: This lot possesses a MOT certificate valid until 30th November 2017. - One former keeper and 4,800 recorded miles- 1 of just 383 'Arnage RL by Bentley Mulliner' cars (each of which was built to special order)'Launched in 2001, the Arnage RL is the culmination of world-class coachbuilding that spans generations. It is a car that takes personalisation to a new level, where the vehicle is a canvas on which you can paint your vision. With its extended wheelbase, 2 inches (50mm) to the front and 8 inches (200mm) to the rear compartment, the RL retains the classic Arnage profile whilst offering even more palatial comfort for the passengers. But make no mistake; this is a car to drive. The turbocharged 6.75-litre V8 engine, harnessed by a highly engaging automatic gearbox, makes this an experience impossible to miss. The Arnage RL gave its owners the opportunity to realise virtually anything imaginable - all designed and handcrafted by the most skilled automotive artisans in the world. These are people who understand not only the heritage of Bentley, but also the pleasures of luxury in a contemporary world. From fashioners of burnished walnut and fine hides to the audio experts who can turn the interior of a Bentley into a concert hall, to specialists who can bring the cinema or television to the rear seat' (Bentley Motors).Just 383 examples of the 'Arnage RL by Bentley Mulliner' (to give the model its full title) were handbuilt from 2001 - 2011. None were to standard specification because each one was personalised according to the whim and taste of its first owner. With a clientele that included heads of state, A-list celebrities and the mega wealthy, the Crewe firm sought to ensure that its flagship four-door saloon / limousine could offer an unrivalled interior ambience. As well as a 250mm wheelbase (though, 450mm and 728mm stretches were available too), the Arnage RL gained uprated brake and suspension systems. Powered by a thoroughly revised, twin-turbocharged version of Bentley's iconic 6.75-litre V8 engine allied to automatic transmission, it was reputedly capable of 0-60mph in 6.2 seconds and 155mph (unless armoured to B6 specification, a c.£250,000 option!) Less ostentatious than a Rolls-Royce Phantom but in many ways no less beguiling to be chauffeured around in, any Arnage RL remains a very special motor car.Offered for sale with clear title by order of the High Court, this particular example has formed part of an extensive London-based private collection since 9th February 2012 when it was purchased from Rolls-Royce Motor Cars London for £75,000. Finished in Dark Sapphire Pearl with Cream leather upholstery and Dark Blue carpets, 'X19 AAA' wears Jack Barclay number plates. An HPi check reveals that (a) the Bentley has had one former keeper and (b) it is not recorded on their stolen, finance, security watch or insurance write off databases. While a UK Government Vehicle MOT History search shows that the Arnage RL was MOT tested at 3,317 (4/6/2010), 3,377 (24/6/2011), 4,206 (5/4/2012), 4,334 (5/3/2013), 4,365 (28/3/2014) and 4,566 (31/3/2015) miles. Now displaying some 4,800 miles to its odometer, this bespoke luxury saloon will hopefully possess a fresh MOT certificate by the time of sale. Offered for sale with owner's handbook, service handbook (recording services at 1,351, 4,172, 4,334 and 4,362 miles), Rolls-Royce Used Vehicle Proforma Invoice, quick reference guides and sundry Jack Barclay invoices.
1980 MG B GT - Not road registered until June 1991 and still just 13,400 miles from new- Enhanced with numerous period-style upgrades including Black leather upholstery- Ready to show and enjoy, freshly serviced with a 'no advisories' MOT certificateBy 1980, its eighteenth and final year of production, the MG B had become firmly entrenched as Britian's best-loved sportscar. Thus, quite a few examples - including this one - were thoroughly Ziebart rust-proofed before being squirreled away in dry storage. Not road registered until 24th June 1991, the 2+2-seater was acquired by its second private keeper some two years later who treated it to the following sympathetic and period-style upgrades: a beautifully engineered (and possibly unique) rear wash-wipe, wooden Moto-lita steering wheel, stainless steel exhaust, full-length Britax sunroof, tailored / removable load cover, detachable dash-mounted search light, Black leather upholstery (to factory specification), security locks to the doors / bootlid and Minilite-type alloys. Finished in its original shade of Vermillion Red, the GT is warranted to have covered just 13,400 miles from new. Said to 'drive wonderfully in the way that only a very low mileage, unrestored car can', 'MGB 89V' has been freshly serviced and is offered for sale with a 'no advisories' MOT certificate. Ready to show and enjoy, this clearly much-loved GT is described by the seller as being in 'excellent' condition with regard to its 1798cc engine, four-speed manual plus overdrive gearbox, electrical equipment, bodywork, paintwork and interior trim. Go find another!
1984 Leyland Mini Moke Californian - Believed to be the first RHD Portuguese Moke brought to the UK by Dutton, the importer- Originally pale blue, A31 FUF was reportedly used in a lot of the early publicity by Dutton- Much enjoyed by the current owner, and supplied with a set of original style seatsWhen production of the Australian produced Mini Moke ceased, British Leyland began building the Californian version at one of their plants in Portugal. The Dutton name was very well-known in the 1980's as one of the largest kit-car manufacturers in the world, and in the early 1980's it is understood that they started importing Mokes into England. A31 FUF was first registered in England in May 1984 and is believed to have been the first right hand drive Moke imported by Dutton and used in a lot of their promotional activities and publications. The vendor informs us that it was originally pale blue and is now painted a Land Rover grey, and they describe it as being an older restoration that now has "good" paintwork, "very good" bodywork and engine, and an "excellent" gearbox. It is expected to be supplied with a history file containing a few receipts, magazines in which the car has been featured, a hood frame, hood, and door panels, and also a set of original style seats should the next owner wish to fit them.
1952 Bentley R-Type Straight-Eight Special 'The Fire Engine' - Built by a former director of Rolls-Royce motorcars, and professional engineer, in the 1990s as a tribute to the 'Scalded Cat' Bentleys- Powered by a 6.5 litre Rolls-Royce B81 straight-eight engine allied to automatic transmission- Veteran of numerous rallies including the Bentley Drivers' Club's Tour of South Africa in 2003 (c.4,000 miles)Rolls-Royce built two straight-eight powered Bentleys using the 'B'-series eight-cylinder variant of the standard six-cylinder engine (one of which was loaned to HRH Prince Philip who was apparently reluctant to hand it back). These were dubbed 'Scalded Cats' and in the mid-1960s Robin Moore started to plan a similar car based on a R-Type Chassis. He was working in the experimental department of Rolls-Royce at the time and an internal memo dated August 1965 sees him asking if any ex-test cars would become available. This plan did not come to anything with the acquisition of an S1 Continental Convertible in the late 1960s consuming all available time and cash and the collapse of Rolls-Royce and his move to Surrey to work for W. S. Atkins closing off further progress.In the mid-1980s he had bought a Harry Rose-bodied MkVI Special and his interest in a B80-engined special was reignited. He acquired a Thorneycroft Nubian Fire Engine for its powerplant and an R-Type that had rotten coachwork but a sound chassis and running gear was also sourced. The body was stripped off the Bentley and work started on modifications to the chassis. The cruciform was cut and the front section moved back in the chassis by twelve inches. The front chassis side rails were extended and reinforced to provide space for the longer engine. All of the running gear was overhauled and meticulously reinstated. An elegant open tourer body was designed and commissioned in traditional ash framing and aluminium panels and the car was completed in late 1992. During the development, a B81 with its larger capacity of 6.52litres had been found and this replaced the B80. The R-Type automatic gearbox was retained and an R-Type Continental back axle ratio fitted which with the 17-inch wheels, provides relaxed cruising. At this stage he was persuaded that an elegant blue and grey colour scheme was preferable to the bright red he had envisaged to fit with the name.Used and enjoyed for numerous trips around the UK, the Special also ventured as far afield as South Africa for the Bentley Drivers' Club's 2003 tour of that country which saw participants cover circa 4,000 miles!However, the B81 engine that had been fitted was from an army training establishment and it became clear that it had had a hard life. In 2008 the opportunity came up to buy a brand new, unused B81G which is the variant of the B81 designed to run on propane or natural gas. It therefore has a much higher compression ratio - increased from 6.4:1 to 8.0:1 which modern fuels can run without any issue and provides a further boost in output to ensure that it is, in Rolls-Royce terminology 'adequate' (a standard B81 unit is estimated to develop 220bhp and 330lbft of torque).A full and detailed history is provided with the car as is weather equipment and a MOT certificate valid until October 2017.
1964 Mercedes-Benz 220 SEB Coupe This lovely big Benz has had just four keepers from new, the first of whom retained it for 32 years. Fitted with the rarer four-speed manual floor change gearbox and sunroof, the vendor acquired it in 2015 and believes it had been kept rain-free since being restored and resprayed five years earlier. The Coupe is understood to have started life in Glasgow before spending an extended period in the Channel Islands. Earlier this year the vendor commissioned Classic Restorations of Alyth to carry out any remedial work they felt was required, the bill for which totalled £4,250. Finished in Black over Silver and trimmed in a very attractive shade of Red leather, 'BLR 829B' is now ready to be enjoyed by a new keeper and is being offered complete with: receipts dating back to 2000 and for the 2010 restoration that included work to the brakes, suspension and exhaust system, powder coated wheels, new tyres and radiator and fresh upholstery, headlining carpet and dash; plus a number of old MOTs and one valid to November 16 next year. Judging by the paperwork, the recorded mileage of 73,000 is almost certainly genuine. A fine example of period Mercedes-Benz engineering.Via the W111 'fintail' series of 1959, Mercedes continued its practice of offering special two-door Coupe or Roadster versions of its Saloon cars, and the 220SEB took this supreme elegance to a whole new level. Based on the flagship S-class W111 'fintail' Saloon, with its signature upright headlights and imposing traditional Mercedes-Benz grille, the Coupe comprised a light and airy pillarless glasshouse over a distinctive two-door body. The 220 Coupe was very well appointed inside, featuring Mercedes textured leather and wood trimmings. The model's 2195cc, SOHC engine employed mechanical fuel injection of the same type as the 'Pagoda' SLs - its 120bhp being sufficient to propel the car at up to 106mph. A total of some 14,173 220SEB Coupes were built between 1961 and 1965 when the run was terminated.
1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn Unveiled in 1949, the Silver Dawn had the distinction of being the first Rolls-Royce to wear standard steel coachwork. Visually and mechanically indebted to its Bentley MKVI stablemate, the newcomer was powered by a 4257cc straight-six engine allied to four-speed manual transmission. Capable of over 90mph, the luxuriously appointed four-door saloon gained a larger 4566cc powerplant during 1951 and the option of four-speed automatic transmission the following year. Suspension was independent at the front and by live axle on semi-elliptic leaves at the rear. Braking was by servo-assisted drums all-round. A total of just 761 Silver Dawns had been manufactured by the time the model was supplanted by the Silver Cloud.Offered for sale with clear title by order of the High Court, this particular example has formed part of an extensive London-based private collection since 10th April 1989. Understood to be one of just 170 4.25-litre Silver Dawns made, chassis SFC 82 was delivered new to J. Plunkett Esq. during November 1951. Completed over four decades later, a handwritten valuation form on file claims that `The engine, gearbox, rear axle, suspension and brakes have all been overhauled . . . Vehicle has one owner from new and then myself . . . During the course of nine years it cost me over £39,000 just to restore the car with original parts'. Accompanying invoices and estimates suggest that The Bentley Service Centre of Nine Elms and The Chelsea Workshop undertook at least part of the refurbishment. Starting readily upon inspection, the Silver Dawn's last major service (a 24,000 miles `C' schedule one) appears to have been carried out by The Chelsea Workshop at a cost of £6,102.42 during May 2013 (less than 200 miles ago). An HPi check reveals that the Silver Dawn is not recorded on their stolen, finance, security watch or insurance write off databases.
1952 Bristol 401 - 1 of just 618 made, matching chassis and engine numbers- Recent bare metal repaint, sundry rechroming and mechanical recommissioning"This, indeed, is the car for the connoisseur. It can only be modesty on the part of the Bristol publicity boys which has prevented them from quoting as the 401's slogan 'The Best Car in Britain'" (Motor Sport magazine, January 1953). Introduced in Autumn 1949, the 401 was characterised by its super-smooth, aerodynamic bodywork. Honed in the Bristol Aeroplane Company's wind tunnel and built using Milanese coachbuilder Touring's 'Superleggera' technique, it boasted a commendably lithe kerb weight (c.2,700lbs). Equipped with transverse-leaf independent front suspension and hydraulic drum brakes, the newcomer proved a notably fine handler taking Touring Class wins on both the Cannes and Tulip Rallies during 1951. Powered by a 1971cc OHV straight-six engine allied to four-speed manual transmission, the elegant sports saloon promised nigh-on 100mph performance. Only in production for four years (by which time a mere 618 are thought to have been made), the model's exclusive £3,212 13s 4d price tag was a reflection of the aircraft quality materials used in its construction.Supplied new by Anthony Crook Ltd of Hersham, Surrey, this particular example - chassis 401/1094 - was dry stored for some sixteen years prior to entering the current ownership. An enthusiast who had driven Bristols on various historic rallies, the vendor treated `VSJ 780' to a bare metal repaint and sundry rechroming plus some sympathetic mechanical recommissioning. As well as a new cylinder head gasket, the original `matching numbers' engine benefited from new core plugs, flushed out waterways and overhauled carburettors. The radiator core was attended to as were the water pump, starter solenoid, wiring and brakes. Finished in Cambridge Grey Metallic with Dark Blue leather upholstery, the Bristol is variously described by the vendor as being in `good' (electrical equipment), `very good' (bodywork, paintwork, engine, interior trim) or `excellent' (gearbox) condition. Offered for sale with parts manual invoices and various vehicle documents.
1936 Alvis Crested Eagle TF 19.82 Saloon Thought to be one of only four such Alvis cars to remain, one of which is in the USA and another in Sweden, this Charlesworth-bodied Saloon is finished in Burgundy over Black and trimmed in Burgundy leather. Delivered new to its first owner in Newmarket during September/October 1936, it was subsequently acquired by a Mr L Camidge in 1965, Mr Tim Dale in 1980, Mr Mike Cummins in 1998, and Mr Brian Garratt in 2003. `DGY 755' was treated to a thorough `chassis up' restoration by an enthusiast during the 1980s, which included a complete refurbishment of the interior. The Alvis has driven less than 1,500 miles since the work was completed and the vendor grades the bodywork, paintwork, interior trim, four-speed all-synchromesh manual gearbox and 2.7 litre engine as all being in `good' order.
1964 Ford Mustang Convertible - Imported from Alabama in 2011- Extensively restored in 2015 / 2016- Fitted with desirable power steering and manual gearboxA '1964-and-a-half' convertible built in the first few months of production, 'GBD906B' spent most of its life in Alabama where it was a regular show winner before being imported to the UK in 2011. Finished in the popular combination of red with a white roof and red vinyl interior, it is fitted with desirable power steering and manual gearbox. Restored by the previous owner over the winter of 2015/16, work carried out included; full respray; new interior; new clutch; new chrome; and new power roof electrics. Now displaying 80,868 miles on the odometer, this early example is offered with Swansea V5/C document and an MOT until May 2017.
1954 Austin-Healey 100 - A home market car in the current family ownership for 40-plus years- An older restoration with supporting photographs- Recent gearbox overhaul by JME HealeysDonald Healey's eponymous company built a prototype two-seater sports car for display at the 1952 London Motor Show. It was based on Austin A90 Atlantic mechanicals and sported a notably sleek body designed by Gerry Coker and built by Tickford. It was dubbed the 'Healey Hundred' and, subject to a suitably encouraging response, Healey planned to build production versions in-house at his Warwick factory. As things transpired, the Ice Blue prototype so excited Austin's Managing Director, Leonard Lord, that he struck a deal to build the car in volume at Longbridge. The newcomer was renamed the Austin-Healey 100/4 and the rest is history.The 100/4's chassis was a departure from the company's previous backbone designs and comprised a pair of three-inch square box-section side members. The car had 11in drum brakes all round, while the front suspension was independent by coil springs and the rear featured a traditional 'live' axle supported by semi-elliptic leaf springs. A 1953 BN1 tested by Motor returned a top speed of 106mph and achieved the 0-60mph dash in 11.2 seconds. A total of 10,688 BN1s were produced between January 1953 and 1955.This lovely-looking home market 100/4 is finished in Spruce Green matched with a Green leather interior. The subject of an older restoration, 'PPT 848' has remained within the same family ownership for over 40 years, though apparently had little use since the last full service. The vendor these days regards the bodywork and paintwork as 'very good' and the 2.6-litre engine and interior trim as 'good', while the three-speed manual overdrive gearbox has recently been overhauled by JME Healeys. He is now offering the Healey complete with new battery and history file containing photos of the restoration, plus sundry invoices and old MOTs etc.
1996 Ferrari F355 Berlinetta Reputedly capable of 0-60mph in 4.6 seconds, 0-100mph in 10.6 seconds and 185mph, the Pininfarina-styled F355 was an undoubted supercar. Introduced at the May 1994 Geneva Salon, the F355 could be had in fixed-head Berlinetta or targa-roofed GTS guises (though, a Spider later joined the range). Based around a robot-welded sheet steel monocoque equipped with all-round independent double-wishbone suspension, ventilated ABS disc brakes and power-assisted rack-and-pinion steering, the two-seater featured a new computer-controlled electronic damper system that self-adjusted depending upon the feedback gleaned from various road speed, brake pressure, suspension loading and steering sensors. Further enhanced by a ground-effects undertray, the F355 was revealed to be seven seconds a lap faster round Ferrari's Fiorano test track than the 348 (and four seconds quicker than a 512TR). Beautifully trimmed, the model's cosseting interior came with leather upholstery, electric windows and air-conditioning as standard. Longitudinally mid-mounted, its 3.5-litre `quad cam' V8 employed five valves per cylinder, revved to 8,250rpm and developed 375bhp / 268lbft of torque. Faster yet more forgiving than its 348 predecessor, the F355 became an almost instant classic. Of the 4,915 Berlinettas made, just 496 were UK-supplied, RHD cars.Finished in Giallo Fly Yellow with Dark Blue leather upholstery, this particular example is described by the vendor as being in `very good' (bodywork, paintwork) or `excellent' (engine, six-speed manual gearbox, electrical equipment, interior trim) condition. Accompanied by an extensive main dealer and specialist service history contained within two folders (1996-2008 / 2009-2016), the F355 belonged to its last keeper for seven years. Treated to a new clutch and cambelt service during January 2016, `A8 OWW' is understood to have covered just 62,400 miles from new. An early power steering and airbag equipped model that pleasingly retains its original tool kit, handbooks and keys, this sought after F355 manual also boasts a MOT certificate valid until July 2017.
- 1 of just 2,116 RHD examples made, 'matching' chassis and engine numbers- 51,000 recorded miles, original Cinnamon leather upholstery, Heritage Certificate- Manual gearbox, dry stored since 2010 and now in need of light restorationVendor Condition Ratings:Bodywork: 'Fair'Engine: 'Running'Electrical Equipment: 'Unknown'Paintwork: 'Poor'Transmission: 'Unknown'Interior Trim: 'Fair, original'Further Information:'Last MOT'd in 2010. Dry stored since then and now requires light restoration. Regularly started during its storage. 51,000 recorded miles. Heritage Certificate. History file including old MOTs to partially support the mileage. Four previous owners. Comes with various new parts including a stainless steel exhaust'
- Treated to a major restoration c.15 years ago but now in need of recommissioning- History file (restoration notes/photos), workshop manual, owner's handbook - Blue trim, 972cc SOHC engine, 4-speed manual gearboxVendor Condition Ratings:Bodywork: 'Fair / Good'Engine: 'Fair / Good'Electrical Equipment: 'Unknown'Paintwork: 'Fair / Good'Transmission: 'Fair'Interior Trim: 'Fair / Good'Further Information:'Major restoration approximately fifteen years ago. History file with photos, detailed notes etc relating to restoration works including chassis, body, engine, gearbox etc plus various correspondence and invoices etc. Workshop manual, owner's handbook etc. Vendor advises that vehicle does require checking over prior to use'
- Two registered keepers, original book pack and 46,000 recorded miles- Working retractable roof, 1.6 litre 16-valve VTEC engine, 5-speed manual gearbox- Said to be in 'very good / excellent overall' condition, Grey upholstery, fresh MOTVendor Condition Ratings:Bodywork: 'Excellent'Engine: 'Excellent'Electrical Equipment: 'Excellent'Paintwork: 'Very Good'Transmission: 'Excellent'Interior Trim: 'Excellent'Further Information:'Two owners, book pack, working retractable hardtop, future classic'
- Desirable later style 2.0 Twin Spark variant with body-colour sills and bumpers and updated dashboard- Reportedly just had a timing belt and tensioner change and supplied with code key, and hand books- Apparently 120,000 recorded miles with many previous MOT certificates and original radio and CD changerLegendary Italian manufacturer Alfa Romeo carried out three significant updates to their popular 916 Series GTV coupe during its production run between 1995 and 2004. The Phase 2 version such as this example was launched in 1998 and featured colour-coded side skirts and front and rear bumpers and also a revised dashboard centre console with a silver painted finish. The leather seats were finished in fluted Momo leather. Build quality was much improved although performance was similar with the 2.0 Twin Spark engine delivering about 150 BHP through its front-wheel-drive 5-speed gearbox. Finished in the popular silver paint with a black leather interior, this GTV is reported to have covered 120,000 miles and is apparently accompanied by "all old MOT's", the immobiliser code key, hand books, and its original radio and CD changer. The vendor informs us that the timing belt and tensioner have just been changed and they describe the car as being in "very good" condition.
PLEASE NOTE: This vehicle is fitted with a three-speed manual gearbox and not a four-speed one as previously advised. The interior upholstery is Dark Blue with Grey inserts. - 1 of just 92 Ford Zephyr / Zodiac MKIIs currently known to the DVLA- The subject of past renovation work including a repaint, Dark Blue / Grey upholstery- 2.6 litre straight-six, 4-speed manual gearbox, Denbighshire registration number
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