- One of just fifty known surviving LG6 examples - Extensive restoration in the early 2000s - Short chassis car - Numerous interesting features including: - Working Jackall system - Original inspection lamp - Working rear luggage rack - c.36,000 miles believed genuine but not warranted Introduced at the 1937 London Motorshow, the LG6 was the brainchild of Lagonda's then technical director W.O. Bentley, who had recently joined the firm after being released from a contract with Rolls-Royce stemming from the sale of his own company to them in 1931. The Lagonda LG6 and V12 were to be the result of this union. Though similar to that of the V12, the LG6's chassis had nothing in common with the earlier LG models being of diagonally cross-braced rather than ladder construction and featuring independent front suspension by wishbones and torsion bars. Braking was hydraulic and included a tandem master cylinder for increased safety. It was powered by the final incarnation of the venerable 4.5-litre six-cylinder OHV Meadows engine, now producing 140hp, allied to a four-speed manual transmission with synchromesh on 2nd, 3rd and 4th gears. Decidedly expensive and boasting nigh-on 100mph performance, only 85 LG6 cars were made before the outbreak of World War Two, of which 67 were built on the short (127.5 inch) chassis and 18 on the long (135.5 inch) chassis. One of only fifty examples of the LG6 known to have survived, DAK 311 wears factory coachwork and was first registered on 12 April 1939. A short chassis car, as denoted by the SS suffix stamped on its maker's plate, little is known of its early history although it is believed to have been the property of a mill owner. An accompanying continuation logbook shows it to have been owned by a Reginald Watts of Solihull in 1965 before passing to the late Herb Schofield in 1968. In 1971 it was in the possession of David Vernon of Birdham, West Sussex (a relative of Admiral Edward Vernon) who placed it in storage for the next thirty years. Following its purchase in 2001, the vendor set about restoring the car, a task which would take three years to complete. The bodywork and woodwork being entrusted to independent Rolls-Royce and Bentley specialists Taylor's of Birdham, with Mike Thomas carrying out the necessary trim work. A new block was sourced from LMB, the magneto overhauled by A D Stairs (an aircraft engineer), the fuel pump overhauled by Burlens of Southampton, whilst the electrics were attended to by the vendor. Photographs of the restoration are contained in the history file along with assorted invoices. Resplendent in blue and silver with grey leather piped blue complimented by blue carpets, this magnificent car boasts a number of interesting features including a toolkit complete with original inspection lamp in the faux spare wheel housing, original dipping system, working Jackall system, working rear luggage rack with canvas cover, mesh stone guards, radio, original art nouveau cigar lighter and a working sunroof. Kenlowe fans and rear indicators are fitted to make the car more usable in modern traffic. Registering some 36,300 miles, which the vendor believes to be genuine, this wonderful Lagonda is only being offered for sale due to health reasons and is accompanied by a Swansea V5 document, continuation logbook, assorted expired MoTs and sundry invoices. It is rare indeed for an LG6 to come to market, let alone a car in which as much time, effort and expense has been invested as this.
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PLEASE NOTE: Since the catalogue went to press we have been informed that this vehicle was supplied new to the Home Office Civil Defence and not the MOD. Apparently, the 'SXF' series were the last batch of Land-Rovers to be ordered by the Home Office, and as such had a very gentle life, as Civil Defence was wound down a few years later. They were released into civilian life with low mileage, and so have been very attractive to Series 1 enthusiasts. - Just emerged from a painstaking 'chassis up, body off' restoration - Engine thoroughly overhauled by Agra Engineering Ltd - ex-MOD specification, MOT'd until June 2016, Heritage Certificate Further Info: Designed by Maurice Wilks in 1947, a Land-Rover rates highly on any list of the world's most significant vehicles, and the earlier - and therefore purer - the better. By the 1957 model year, during which this example was made, weak points had been ironed out to bring the 4x4 to a specification that would last for decades. A simple ladder frame chassis, steel bulkhead and rugged square-formed aluminium panels created a strong workhorse for light industrial, countryside and military use alike. In 1954, 86-inch and 107-inch wheelbases were introduced, and by 1957, a 'high-speed' 2-litre diesel motor was added to the power options. This diesel engine necessitated Solihull lengthening the front part of the chassis, bringing the Landie to its 88-inch and 109-inch wheelbases which then ran until the introduction of coil springing in the mid 1980s. To ex-MOD specification, chassis 111701995 has only just emerged from a painstaking 'chassis up, body off' restoration by skilled technicians. Fully re-wired to correct period specification, the Landie has also had attention paid to its steering, suspension and brakes etc not to mention a thorough engine overhaul courtesy of classic engine specialists Agra Engineering Ltd. The powerplant in question being a correct-type but replacement 2-litre petrol unit that is thought to date from its military days. Sporting a new canvas tilt and fresh tyres, the 4x4 is described by the vendor as being in 'excellent' condition with regard to its bodywork, paintwork, engine and interior trim (while, he rates the transmission as 'good'). Given the ever increasing costs of professional restoration, this decidedly smart Series I represents good value for money and comes with Heritage and MOT certificates (the latter valid until June 2016).
A quantity of Corgi and other die cast vehicles, comprising; a Lincolnshire Fire Brigade vehicle, Texaco Mack B Series Pumper, limited edition, US52307, St Helens Fire Brigade Leyland Emergency Tender Set 21901, Cambridgeshire Fire & rescue Service Bedford S Emergency Tender Set 19201, Bulwark Transport Ltd Atkinson Cylinder Tanker Set 27301, Ever Ready Scammell Highwayman Tanker Set 16303, Mack B Wrecker - Chicago 53602, Corgitronics Fire Chief Car 1008, American La France Aerial Ladder Truck 97320, and a City of Bath Fire Brigade Land Rover 07407, all boxed. (10)
A quantity of Corgi Classic Fire Vehicles, limited edition, mint and boxed, comprising; an American La France Aerial Ladder Truck 97321, AEC Pump Escape Fire Engine 97356, La France Fire Vehicles Scottdale & South River 97331, AEC Ladder Staffordshire 97352, American La France Chicago 97322, AEC Pump Cleveland 97358, Bedford CA Van Blackburn Fire Engine 96906, and a Morris Minor pick Up Morris Motors Fire Brigade 96854. (8)
Robert Thompson Of Kilburn - an English oak reclining "smoking"chair with flat tapered arms with scrolling terminals, ladder-back, lightly adzed panelled sides on conforming concave moulded legs, the right front leg carved with mouse, loose stuffed leather cushions, 84cm high, 61cm wide, 82cm deep, Circa 1930s The chair is exactly the same model recently seen on Channel 4's "Four Rooms". Gordon Watson declaring it "the best Mouseman chair peice" he had ever seen, with Gordon Watson subsequently purchasing the chair for £8500
An unusual late 19th century French wall clock, the painted embossed brass frame centred with painted dial inscribed "A. Gogue Fils, Médaille d'Argent Rochechouart" with painted and embossed automaton pendulum centred with a female figure holding a brush whilst a further figure pretends to climb a ladder, with weights (formerly the movement from a longcase clock).
A Victorian commemorative gilt launch mantel clock for the stern paddle steamer 'La Victorine', with movement by Japy Freres:, the eight day bell strike movement with gilt dial mounted in the bulkhead wall of the case modelled as a wheel deck, with helm mount, binnacle compass, guard rail and gimballed lights, over main deck with ladder and figure of a sailor, signed as per title and inscribed to stern 'La Victorine Artibonite', mounted on a marble plinth with presentation plaque inscribed 'Launched by Mrs Duranty Sept 25th 1886', 28.5cm wide. * Note- The presence of the word 'Artibonite' on the stern of the clock most probably refers to the Artibonite River in Haiti, for which the ship was intended to be used upon. From The Liverpool Mercury 27 September 1886 "LAUNCH OF THE STERN-WHEELED STEAMER LA VICTORINE. - On Saturday there was launched from the shipbuilding yard of Messrs. Laird Brothers a stern-wheeled steamer which has been specially built to the order of Messrs. Widow Duranty and Son, of Liverpool. The naming and launching ceremonies were performed by Mrs. Duranty and her granddaughter, Miss Myra Duranty. La Victorine is of somewhat peculiar construction, having only a single paddle wheel placed at the after end, and is built to draw exceedingly little water. The machinery is on the high-pressure compound principle. The vessel is specially designed to navigate a very rapid and narrow river in South America, and her trial trips, which are to begin shortly, are looked forward to with very great interest. The steamer is from the plans and specifications of Messrs, W. R. McKaig and J. Carlton Stitt, of this city, consulting engineers to the owners."
A ladies' 18ct gold Longines quartz diamond set bracelet watch,oval white dial with raised dot batons, Roman numerals at the quarter points with gold hands. A line of brilliant cut diamonds, grain set to the bezel, with an integral three row panther link bracelet to a ladder snap clasp. Model no. L6 1107. Case no. 29558846. Swiss assay marks for 18ct gold
A gentlemen's 18ct gold Baume et Mercier Genève mechanical strap watch,on a later 9ct gold bracelet. A circular champagne textured dial, with black hands and batons, with a cabochon sapphire crown. A later 9ct gold Milanese bracelet with polished guards and ladder snap clasp, Birmingham 1976. Case no. 35110 603572
A ladies' two colour gold, diamond set Omega mechanical bracelet watch,a circular silvered raised baton dial with gold hands and safet glass, integral two colour Milanese bracelet with a brilliant cut diamond, claw set at each lug position. A ladder snap clasp with Florentine finish and concealed safety catch. French poinçon for 18ct gold. Case no. 458689, movement no. 17906862, calibre 580
A gentlemen's 18ct gold Omega automatic chronometer Constellation watch, c.1960,the circular case 34mm diameter, with champagne dial, satin chapter ring, raised batons, date, sword hands and centre second sweep. An Omega Milanese bracelet fitted, with satin finish and polished borders. Ladder snap clasp with raised Omega logo to a Florentine ground. Bracelet hallmarked 18ct gold, London 1966. The bezel numbered 064. The case hallmarked 18ct gold, London 1960. Case no. 870 32064. Movement no. 17298912. Calibre 561
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