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Field Notes of Trees, Shrubs and Plants other than Rhododendrons Collected by Kingdon Ward 1927/1928. Publisher's blue boards, titled in gilt. 34 pages. Marble effect end papers. Excellent condition. Both this volume and the previous lot are RARE in being privately produced in very small numbers. From single vendors book collection. We combine postage on multiple winning lots and can ship worldwide. UK postage from £5.99, EU from £7.99, Rest of World from £9.99. 30kg box UK £15, EU £40, ROW £60

Cycling Scrap book. 6½" by 9¼". Hard boards. Very RARE and unusual. 250 pages of newspaper cuttings of competing cyclists of the 1920s and 1930s. In excellent condition. A whole history of cycle racing of this period. An invaluable resource for cycling historians. Extremely unusual. From single vendors book collection. We combine postage on multiple winning lots and can ship worldwide. UK postage from £5.99, EU from £7.99, Rest of World from £9.99. 30kg box UK £15, EU £40, ROW £60

The Gardeners Receipt Book. Containing methods of destroying all kinds of vermin and insects. With preventatives and cures for diseases of plants. By William Jones. 2nd edition 1849. Published by R. Groombridge and Sons, London. Publisher's green boards. Decorated in blind and gilt, titled in gilt. 98 pages, including index, plus publisher's advertisements of 8 pages. 4" x 6". Now RARE. From single vendors book collection. We combine postage on multiple winning lots and can ship worldwide. UK postage from £5.99, EU from £7.99, Rest of World from £9.99. 30kg box UK £15, EU £40, ROW £60

My Garden Its Plan and Culture. With descriptions of Geology, Botany and Natural History. By Alfred Smee. Illustrated with 1,250 engravings. Published by Bell and Daldy, London. 1st edition 1872. Publisher's brown boards, highly decorated in gilt, titled in gilts. 650 pages, including index. 7½" x 10½". Front internal hinge broken, otherwise an excellent copy of a now RARE book. From single vendors book collection. We combine postage on multiple winning lots and can ship worldwide. UK postage from £5.99, EU from £7.99, Rest of World from £9.99. 30kg box UK £15, EU £40, ROW £60

Cruising Club Manual. A New Oarsman's Guide to the Rivers and Canals of Great Britain and Ireland. Edited by F. E. Prothero and W. A. Clark. Published by George Philip and Son, London 1896. Publisher's blue boards, titled in gilt. 302 pages, including index. This volume contains a folding map in rear 18" x 24" in pocket. Excellent condition. Now RARE. From single vendors book collection. We combine postage on multiple winning lots and can ship worldwide. UK postage from £5.99, EU from £7.99, Rest of World from £9.99. 30kg box UK £15, EU £40, ROW £60

Last Essays. By Eric Gill. Introduction by Mary Gill. Published by Jonathan Cape, London. 1st edition 1942. 94 pages. Publisher's blue boards, titled and decorated in silver gilt. 5" x 7½". Now RARE of this highly regarded artist. From single vendors book collection. We combine postage on multiple winning lots and can ship worldwide. UK postage from £5.99, EU from £7.99, Rest of World from £9.99. 30kg box UK £15, EU £40, ROW £60

Amid the High Hills. By Sir Hugh Fraser. Published by A and C Black Ltd. London. 1st edition 1923. Publisher's dark blue boards, decorated and titled in gilt. 224 pages, including index. This work contains 32 full page coloured illustrations and is in magnificent, bright condition. 7" x 9". A very fine copy. RARE. From single vendors book collection. We combine postage on multiple winning lots and can ship worldwide. UK postage from £5.99, EU from £7.99, Rest of World from £9.99. 30kg box UK £15, EU £40, ROW £60

Hampton and Sons Book of Designs. London. 715 drawings of Hampton's products. This catalogue, circa 1870s? is extremely RARE. The pages detail many items, all of which will now be RARE antiques. The binding of this catalogue is red boards 8" x 11". Decorated and titled in gilt. It has been used as a scrap book, shortly after the period of its publication, to affix drawings of the period which, in themselves, are delightful and probably now justify the loss of the original drawings. The pages without attachments, number 36 in total. Fixtures to be removed. A few of the pages have been cut and removed from the volume. However, with all faults this is a very RARE item and will justify restoration to its original form. Now extremely RARE. With all edges gilt. From single vendors book collection. We combine postage on multiple winning lots and can ship worldwide. UK postage from £5.99, EU from £7.99, Rest of World from £9.99. 30kg box UK £15, EU £40, ROW £60

Card. Advertising Royal Society of British Arts. Monday April 29th, 1912, Pall Mall. Sir Alfred East in the Chair. Excellent condition. Pictorial card. 5¼" x 6½". RARE. From single vendors book collection. We combine postage on multiple winning lots and can ship worldwide. UK postage from £5.99, EU from £7.99, Rest of World from £9.99. 30kg box UK £15, EU £40, ROW £60

Advertising Two hinged pages in the shape of Bath Oliver Biscuits in stiff glossy card, with photograph of Lord Roberts. Stating "Supplied to Lord Roberts". Circa 1900. 3¾" in diameter, with history and recommendation for the biscuits inside. Excellent condition. Now, at least, a very RARE piece of ephemera. From single vendors book collection. We combine postage on multiple winning lots and can ship worldwide. UK postage from £5.99, EU from £7.99, Rest of World from £9.99. 30kg box UK £15, EU £40, ROW £60

Our English Home: Its early history and progress. With notes on the introduction of domestic inventions. 2nd edition 1861. Published by J. H. and Jas. Parker. 204 pages including index, plus 8 pages of publisher's advertisements. Excellent copy in publisher's green boards. 5¼" x 7½". Decorated in blind, titled in gilt. A RARE and early work on many interesting topics. From single vendors book collection. We combine postage on multiple winning lots and can ship worldwide. UK postage from £5.99, EU from £7.99, Rest of World from £9.99. 30kg box UK £15, EU £40, ROW £60

Formulae in Pure and Mixed Mathematics. For the use of students. Examinations for admission to the Royal Military Academy, Woolwich. Edited by Rev. L. C. Edwards. Published by Harrison, London. Bookseller to the Queen. Publisher's black cloth covered card boards, titled in gilt. 1st edition 1861. 89 pages. This book was the property of Gentleman Cadet, E. F. Cambier of Royal Military Academy, Woolwich, 1862. Excellent copy. 4" x 6½". An additional volume s contained with this item being the notebook of Cadet E. F. Cambier and written during his leisure hours of riddles, conundrums, etc. In number 137 of these items, plus many pages dealing with the key to the game of Solitaire. This notebook is in excellent condition, in publisher's leatherette type boards. 4½" x 7". These two volumes offered as one lot and must be considered a RARE item. From single vendors book collection. We combine postage on multiple winning lots and can ship worldwide. UK postage from £5.99, EU from £7.99, Rest of World from £9.99. 30kg box UK £15, EU £40, ROW £60

Soldiers of The Queen's Cavalry 2nd Life Guards. Published by Wm. Zimmerman, London, circa 1890s. 12 pages. Highly coloured, including card cover and pages. 5½" x 7". Devoted to the 2nd Life Guards, the 6th Dragoon Guards, The 3rd (Prince of Wales's) Dragoon Guards, the 5th (Royal Irish) Lancers and the 15th (King's) Hussars. All the above mentioned subjects have full page, coloured illustrations. Top of pages slightly stained, but now a RARE item in generally good condition. From single vendors book collection. We combine postage on multiple winning lots and can ship worldwide. UK postage from £5.99, EU from £7.99, Rest of World from £9.99. 30kg box UK £15, EU £40, ROW £60

The National Bazaar in Aid of the Sufferers by the War. May 1900. Souvenir and official programme. Published by Messrs Langfier Ltd. And Gale and Polden Ltd. London and Aldershot. The National Bazaar, under Royal and distinguished patronage held at the Royal Palace Hotel, Kensington May 24th, 25th and 26th 1900. Designed and compiled by Louis Langfier, E. Russell Polden, Arthur J. Coke. 153 pages plus 30 pages of publisher's advertisements. Excellent copy in publisher's highly decorated thick card covers. 8½" x 11". Red spine. A RARE item with many literary contributions, details of regiments, etc. From single vendors book collection. We combine postage on multiple winning lots and can ship worldwide. UK postage from £5.99, EU from £7.99, Rest of World from £9.99. 30kg box UK £15, EU £40, ROW £60

Services Guide to Alexandria. Published by the Co Ordinating Committee for the Welfare of H. B. M. Forces in Alexandria. 4th edition. Published by Whitehead Morris, Egypt. 55 pages, plus many publisher's advertisements. Large fold out map at rear of Alexandria. RARE booklet in publisher's red thick paper covers. 4½" x 6". Decorated and titled in black. From single vendors book collection. We combine postage on multiple winning lots and can ship worldwide. UK postage from £5.99, EU from £7.99, Rest of World from £9.99. 30kg box UK £15, EU £40, ROW £60

Elements of Physiophilosophy. By Lorenz Oken, Professor of Natural History at the University of Zurich. From the German by Alfred Tulk. 1st edition 1847. Published by The Ray Society, London. 665 pages, including several pull out tables. Very good copy. 6" x 9". Publisher's dark green boards, decorated in blind and gilt. Lacks spine. All other respects a very good copy. RARE. From single vendors book collection. We combine postage on multiple winning lots and can ship worldwide. UK postage from £5.99, EU from £7.99, Rest of World from £9.99. 30kg box UK £15, EU £40, ROW £60

A specially produced volume by The Royal Institute of Chemistry, in commemoration for the retirement of a member of that institute, Ronald Leslie Collett 1925 1951. Ronald Collett M. B. E. , M. A. , F. R. I. C. was a member of the Council, Assistant Secretary and, later, Registrar of the Institute. The Institute had this volume produced for him as a leaving gift. This volume contains the signatures of many members of the Institute that held Ronald Collett in great esteem. The book contains 63 pages of signatures, approximately 1,000 signatures of members. A magnificent volume, in full leather binding 9" x 11¼". Decorated and titled in gilt and a full box case to contain the volume. A very RARE and unique item of the Royal Institute of Chemistry, in magnificent condition. From single vendors book collection. We combine postage on multiple winning lots and can ship worldwide. UK postage from £5.99, EU from £7.99, Rest of World from £9.99. 30kg box UK £15, EU £40, ROW £60

Lardner's Museum of Science No. 40 Earthquakes and Volcanoes ,No. 41 The Electric Telegraph. The French State Telegraph. No. 42 The French State Telegraph No. 43 The Belgian Railway Telegraph No. 43 The Morse's Telegraph No. 44 The Barometer and Davey's Safety Lamp No. 45 Bain's Chemical Telegraph. House's Telegraph. Henley and Brett's Telegraph No. 47 Morse's Celerity TelegraphNo. 69 Microscopic Drawing and Engraving No. 113 Science and Poetry. Moore's Melodies No. 117 The Surface of the Earth or First Notions of Geography No. 118 The Bee Its Character and Manner No. 120 Steam Navigation including the Cunard Line and Screw Steamers No. 140 Comets No. 150 Pre Adamite Earth No. 151 Pre Adamite Earth No. 154 Eclipses No. 155 Eclipses and SoundThis volume in marbled boards with fragile spine is 5" x 7½". Lacks all preliminaries, including title page and commences on chapter one, which is number 40 in this Museum of Science. Must now be considered very RARE. Contains very many diagrams and illustrations and a very rough estimate is circa 1850s. From single vendors book collection. We combine postage on multiple winning lots and can ship worldwide. UK postage from £5.99, EU from £7.99, Rest of World from £9.99. 30kg box UK £15, EU £40, ROW £60

Dick Francis Comeback 1st Edition 1991 rare advanced proof copy. From single vendors book collection. We combine postage on multiple winning lots and can ship worldwide. UK postage from £5.99, EU from £7.99, Rest of World from £9.99. 30kg box UK £15, EU £40, ROW £60

Britains Disney RARE Character 17H Minnie Mouse moveable head (Condition Good, one paint chip from under nose) 1938 (1)

Registration - GVV 619Chassis No - SCFAC13364B501476M.O.T. - 05/2024Odometer - 93,600 A production run of just 1,503 cars means Aston Martin’s mighty Vanquish is a pretty rare site at auction. The handsome example offered here subtly combines silver bodywork with a sumptuous cream hide interior. It was first registered on January 1, 2005 and was originally employed as an Aston Martin demonstrator, so is notably well equipped – the specification includes heated front screen, SAT/NAV, telephone and handset, while its heated and fully electric front wing-back seats and front splitter are from the later Vanquish S. The vendor calculates that the service spend has topped £100,000 to date, and notes that the former keeper also invested £30,000 with a renowned restoration company to bring the Aston up to scratch, all of which is documented in the history file, including the replacement of the subframes. The latest service was carried out within the last month at a cost of £1,900. The vendor now classes the V12 engine and transmission as ‘excellent’, the bodywork and paintwork as ‘good’, and the upholstery as ‘average’ – he volunteers that the driver’s seat and mat are a bit worn and there is a slight scratch on the steering wheel. He is now selling ‘GVV 619’ (the registration is included in the lot) complete with lots of history, service book with 12 stamps, two keys and a current MOT valid to May 30 next year. When launched in 2001 the V12 Vanquish was the most advanced Aston Martin of its time, and a major progression from the previous V8-powered models. Its bodyshell was formed from extruded aluminium sections both bonded and riveted around a carbonfibre transmission tunnel. The exterior panels were created from ‘super-formed’ aluminium that were then tailored and bonded to the shell by hand for optimum fit. The interior was a sea of sumptuous leather. Its 6-litre engine was developed from that in the DB7 Vantage to produce 460bhp, courtesy of revised inlet manifolds, camshafts, valve gear, crankshaft and exhaust system. The advanced transmission was operated by steering column-mounted F1-style paddles and the newcomer could sprint to 60mph in 4.7 seconds and attain 190mph flat out. Production of the much-vaunted Vanquish ran from 2001 to 2004, during which time 1,503 examples were manufactured. In summary:Over £100,000 spent on service to date and £30,000 on restorationA four-owner and 93,600-mile exampleA notably well-equipped specimen including some Vanquish S parts

Registration- JHX 305KChassis No - BB.ECMR17362M.O.T. - September 2024Odometer - 83,000 Here we have a totally unmolested example of one of the early fast Fords – an exciting car in period and a rare and sought-after model today. The GT’s pleasing blue bodywork is teamed with matching blue upholstery, the effect of which is accentuated by the sale car’s black Everflex roof, rear screen slats, mud flaps, white side stripes, period-style number plates and pair of auxiliary driving lights. We understand the Ford’s engine oil and spark plugs have been changed within the last six months, and the vendor presently grades the upholstery as ‘good’ and the V6 engine, manual transmission, hatchback bodywork and paintwork as ‘average’. The GT is now being sold complete with Auna sound system and a full A4 file of paperwork, which includes a current MOT that’s valid for a full 12 months. Ford’s Capri was launched at the 1969 Brussels Motor Show. The fastback coupe was intended to do for Europe what the Mustang had done for the USA – ie it was our ‘pony’ car, and would have been called Colt had Mitsubishi not bagged the name first. The monocoque body featured independent front suspension by MacPherson struts and a live axle with leaf springs at the rear. Braking was by discs/drums and the steering by rack and pinion. The newcomer was offered with a generous choice of engines. Initially these comprised the four-cylinder Kent unit in 1300 and 1600cc forms, plus the 2000cc V4 Essex unit (examples of which are now very rare). By September a version powered by the 136bhp, 3000cc V6 Essex unit had been added to the line-up. Gearboxes, like the engines, tended to be common to the Cortina and were slick four-speed manual units for the smaller-engined cars, with the option of a three-speed automatic with the bigger engines. True to type, Ford also offered the Capri in numerous levels of trim/specification – GT, E, L, X, XL, GXL, XLR etc. In summary:A rare and completely unmolested example of the MKI CapriJust seven keepers and an indicated 83,923 miles from newComes complete with large history file and 12 months MOT

Registration - HAY 609VChassis - 6454M.O.T. - ExemptOdometer - 17,900Resplendent in orange, this rare 180 Series Laverda Jota has remained in the current ownership for the last six years, during which time it has been treated to an engine rebuild by specialists JCS. They also carried out the last service, which was performed in 2020, since when the matching numbers machine has seen little or no use. An eight-keeper example it is currently displaying a modest but totally credible total mileage of 17,879. ‘HAY 609V’ is now on offer complete with a range of invoices, receipts and old MOTs. The Jota was arguably the world’s fastest production motorcycle of the 1970s, and while the manufacturer was Italian through and through, the Jota model was inspired by Brits Roger and Richard Slater of Slater Laverda Motorcycles, the official UK importer. The 180 tag relates to the three-cylinder bike’s 180-degree crankshaft, which endows the machine with its unique sound and monstrous levels of torque. Good examples are rare and eagerly sought by aficionados.

Registration - 863 UYEChassis No - 02951388M.O.T. - ExemptOdometer - TBC And now for something truly special – a wonderful lefthand drive Peugeot 403 Pickup, that may even be familiar to you if you’re a regular attender of classic race meetings or the Eroica Britannia retro cycling events, for which it’s acted as a service vehicle. The pickup had just four owners from new, the first of which was a French family from whom the renowned Bugatti guru and race driver Ivan Dutton purchased it in 2014 in order to tow his competition car. It then passed into the hands of the equally well-known racer Martin Overington, who’s also the current owner of the Hotel de France, that’s inextricably linked with the great Aston Martin and Ford racing teams of yore, and the incomparable 24 Heures du Mans race – both men are listed on the Peugeot’s V5. The Peugeot is finished in a pleasing shade of Turkis Blue and trimmed in a mix of grey fabric and blue vinyl. The Pickup’s handy specification includes a good quality tilt that’s less than 10 years old, plus a tow hook and related electrics. Recent maintenance has involved an engine rebuild and replacement of the clutch and suspension bushes, plus a full lubrication service. The vendor presently classes the four-cylinder engine as ‘excellent’, and the four-speed column change gearbox, bodywork, paintwork and upholstery as ‘good’, and adds that ‘863 UYE’ ‘has always been dry stored during his tenure and starts easily and drives well’. He is now offering this delightful and rare Peugeot complete with a spare wheel and a host of spare parts (including a very rare and valuable phosphor bronze crown wheel and pinion), a comprehensive history file that includes various magazine articles (eg a four-pager from the Classic & Vintage Commercials publication), and numerous other items of paperwork. An unrepeatable opportunity.In summary:A splendid and rare period Peugeot PickupJust four owners including a pair of well-known racing driversThe perfect tender for the world’s top classic race meetings The Pickup’s handy specification includes a good quality tilt that’s less than 10 years old, plus a tow hook and related electrics. Recent maintenance has involved an engine rebuild and replacement of the clutch and suspension bushes, plus a full lubrication service. The vendor presently classes the four-cylinder engine as ‘excellent’, and the four-speed column change gearbox, bodywork, paintwork and upholstery as ‘good’, and adds that ‘863 UYE’ ‘has always been dry stored during his tenure and starts easily and drives well’. He is now offering this delightful and rare Peugeot complete with a spare wheel and a host of spare parts (including a very rare and valuable phosphor bronze crown wheel and pinion), a comprehensive history file that includes various magazine articles (eg a four-pager from the Classic & Vintage Commercials publication), and numerous other items of paperwork. An unrepeatable opportunity. In summary:A splendid and rare period Peugeot PickupJust four owners including a pair of well-known racing driversThe perfect tender for the world’s top classic race meetings

Registration - SLX 569Chassis - A1543700HC0M.O.T. - January 2024Odometer - 34,160 This delightful and ultra-rare (only five remain in the UK) Minx convertible is arguably deserving of its own feature film. Back in March 2019, rotten as a pear and stripped for spares following zero interest in it as complete project, it was three days away from an appointment with the crusher when the vendor came galloping over the hill on a white charger (we made that last bit up) and rescued it for the princely sum of £400. The first task was to source a pair of new rear wings and door shuts, as the originals were long gone. A trusty fabricator friend of the vendor then began the long road to recreating the shell, while another rebuilt the engine and gearbox, while yet another (Paddy from VC Classics of Doncaster) dealt with the Minx’s reassembly, respray in Rover Old English White, installation of new carpets etc. The painstaking rebuild was carried out to original specification with one obvious exception – due to a lack of hood and hood frame, the car was reconfigured as a roadster with tonneau; something that can easily be reversed for the cost of a bespoke hood, if and when required. ‘SLX 569’ started life in black and was first registered in Park Lane, London in March 1956. No more is known of its history until it was purchased by a Mr Scutter of Reading in 2001. It then languished on his farm until his death in 2017, at which point the rights passed to his son from whom it was rescued two years later. Unsurprisingly the vendor now considers the 1390cc four-cylinder engine, column-change four-speed transmission, bodywork, paintwork and cream upholstery to all be in ‘excellent’ condition. Only completed in January this year, this splendid phoenix of a Hillman is now ready for some lucky new owner to enjoy. It comes complete with a separate rebuilt gearbox (the one in the car is slightly noisy in first and reverse due to a chipped tooth), splendid two-tone tonneau cover, history file and a current MOT valid to January next year. In summary:A unique four-keeper, 34,217-mile exampleRescued from certain destruction and lovingly rebuilt over 4 yearsUnderstood to be one of only five such convertibles left in the UK

Registration - OKC10FChassis - 1225247M.O.T. - ExemptOdometer - 28,040 ‘OKC 10F’ is a fine, right-hand-drive example of a rare model - some 119,767 BMW 2000s were produced, but www.howmanyleft.co.uk estimates that there are now just 41 licensed in the UK, with a further 36 on SORN. The bill of sale for the example on offer shows that it cost £1,900 when purchased new from a BMW dealer in Liverpool in March 1968. It was then garaged for some years after the original owner fell ill before being restored by the second one, and then passing into long-term family ownership before eventually being acquired by the current keeper. He informs us that the two-tone burgundy and black faux leather interior trim is in ‘excellent’ condition, while all the mechanical parts have been overhauled, replaced or serviced by specialist BMW restorers – this includes the automatic gearbox, which has been rebuilt. He adds that the body and (original) silver paintwork are ‘showing signs of age but are still respectable’, while the BMW’s MOT history appears to support its notably low indicated mileage of 28,041. The 2000 was one of BMW’s ‘Neue Klasse’ (‘new class’) models, which are credited with reversing the marque’s fortunes between 1962 and 1972. The first of this line, the BMW 1500, was introduced in 1961 and went on sale the following year. The all-new car had an equally new engine – a combination BMW had not produced since 1933, when it did so with the 303. As well as the four-cylinder overhead camshaft M115 engine, the 1500 boasted independent suspension all-round with MacPherson struts up front – a first for BMW. The model also introduced the era of the ‘Sharknose’ BMW and was an immediate hit, with the company breaking even in its first year of production, after years of operating losses. The following year, a 47 percent increase in sales allowed BMW to pay shareholder dividends for the first time in two decades. Launched in 1965, the larger-engined 2000 was heralded by Autocar as ‘the best BMW yet’. In summary:A rare, little-used example of one of BMW’s ‘Neue Klasse’ carsMOTs apparently support the indicated mileage of 28,041A comprehensive mechanical overhaul included a gearbox rebuild

Registration - DNN 543Chassis - S1/E/152922M.O.T. - ExemptOdometer - 94,784 Morris 8s are rare visitors to the auctions these days, and it’s certainly a long time since we’ve seen one in this condition. It was first registered in July 1937 and decades later has been the subject of a comprehensive restoration that was started in the 1980s by a previous owner and recently completed by the vendor. The engine was apparently rebuilt at the outset but has covered very few miles since. Within the last two years the body was removed, the chassis treated to some minor welding, the car repainted in the more appealing combination of black over green, the interior completely retrimmed, and new tyres fitted all round. The work included an overhaul of the braking system, but the vendor is keen for us to point out that the rear shoes currently have a tendency to bind, while the front linings apparently need matching (spare linings are included in the lot). The car has been refurbished to original specification, the only exception being the very sensible addition of flashing indicators. A WW2 theme has been created by the addition of white bumpers, side stripes and headlight mask, but the latter two can apparently be readily removed if desired. The vendor presently classes the bodywork and upholstery as ‘good to excellent’ and the engine, gearbox and paintwork as ‘good’, and he is now selling ‘DNN 543’ complete with new six-volt battery, luggage rack, suitcase, period-correct jack, toolkit, tyre pump, oil can, a selection of genuine WW2 related items (suitable for re-enactments) and some spare parts, plus a history file containing receipts and photos covering the work carried out. The Series I Morris Eight was unveiled in 1935 as a rival to Ford’s hot-selling Model Y. It was better equipped than most of its competitors and boasted electric wipers, synchromesh on its upper two gearbox ratios and Lockheed hydraulic brakes. The model was powered by a 918cc side-valve engine of 23.5bhp and ultimately produced in no less than five guises – ie two and four-door saloon, cabriolet, tourer and van. A total of 164,102 Series Is were produced all told. In summary:The subject of a recently completed long-term restorationNotably well presented to original specificationComes with some genuine WW2 items suitable for re-enactments

Registration - M3 EOVChassis No - WBSBG92000EA89525M.O.T - July 2024Odometer - 109,000 This very tidy Evo certainly looks the part, its Estoril metallic paintwork contrasting nicely with the grey Alcantara interior trim and shiny BMW Motorsport alloy wheels. It has had a total of just seven keepers to date, the most recent of whom has retained the car since July 2017. It was apparently serviced last month, and other recent maintenance has included: refurbishment of the engine’s VANOS system; replacement of the cam cover gasket; the installation of a new Milltek exhaust system; new front brake discs and pads and fresh rear calipers and pads; refurbishment of the Fulda-shod wheels. The vendor presently grades the six-speed manual transmission as ‘excellent’, the six-cylinder engine, two-door bodywork and upholstery as ‘good’, and the paintwork as ‘average’. He is now offering the BMW complete with: engine strut brace; sunroof, Sony CD player and 10-stack autochanger; spare wheel and tyre; full tool kit; first aid kit; and a pair of A4 folders covering the car’s history, plus a current MOT valid into July of next year. The odometer presently registers c.109,000 miles The third generation of BMW’s all-conquering 3 Series model (code name E36) was launched to much acclaim in October 1990. It was penned by Pinky Lai and Boyke Boyer who, as its silhouette suggests, were intent on optimising the newcomer’s aerodynamics. The model was ultimately produced in saloon, hatchback, coupe, convertible and estate guises, and with a choice of engines ranging from 1.6 to 3.2 litres. The M3 variant was offered from 1992 to 1999, the desirable Evolution development of which was launched at the 1995 Frankfurt Salon and featured a larger 3.2-litre engine of advanced specification, that was coupled to a six-speed Getrag gearbox. The E36 range was supplanted by the E46 in the year 2000. In summary:An eye-catching example of the relatively rare Evo variantThe subject of considerable recent maintenanceComes with Milltek exhaust, sunroof, Sony CD system and MOT

Registration - J767 WFFChassis No. - WBAEG22040CB57622M.O.T. - November 2023Odometer - 83,344The resplendent Brilliant Red bodywork of this very original-looking 850i is matched to grey leather interior trim and period-correct BBS alloy wheels shod with Dunlop Sport tyres all round. The vendor is a BMW enthusiast and BMW Club member in whose care ‘J767 WFF’ has been for the last 24 years. He informs us that on his watch it has always been garaged, regularly serviced by BMW dealers and treated to regular visits to car shows etc. He regards the condition of the interior to be ‘outstanding, with carpets that look as-new’, and presently grades the V12 engine and automatic transmission as ‘excellent’, the paintwork as ‘good’ and the coupe bodywork as ‘average to good’. He is now offering the five-owner BMW complete with factory-fitted sunroof and audio system (including boot-mounted CD autochanger), full set of tools, spare wheel/tyre, service records, selection of invoices, book on the 850i model and a current MOT valid into November. The odometer currently stands a totally credible 83,344 miles. A relatively rare sight on British roads, the Klaus Kapitza-penned 8 Series BMW (chassis code E31) was introduced at the Frankfurt Motor Show of 1989. Though it effectively supplanted the venerable 6 Series (E24), it was in fact conceived as an additional model line and, with more performance and a higher price tag, was aimed further upmarket. During its 10-year reign, the four-seat 8 Series was available in 830i, 840i and 850i form, though by far the biggest seller was the 4,988cc, 296bhp 850i that was manufactured from 1989-94, of which over 20,000 were produced. The V12 engine was mated to either a 6-speed manual gearbox or 4-speed automatic unit. The fully independent suspension featured struts at the front and coil springs on the rear. Steering was by ball and nut and braking was by discs all round – vented at the front; solid at the rear. Despite a considerable unladen weight of 1790kg, the performance of the 850i was brisk, with the top speed electronically limited to 155mph and the 0-62mph dash accomplished in 6.8 seconds. In summary:A very well presented example with ‘outstanding’ interiorHas remained in the current ownership for the last 24 yearsJust five owners and an indicated 83,344 miles from new

Registration - 305 NYAChassis No - AA2S7-D148784M.O.T. - August 2024Odometer - 31,269 This early, floor-start example of Alec Issigonis’ mould-breaking small car has recently emerged from a major restoration - its rebuilt original 848cc engine has subsequently covered just 100 miles. The body is freshly painted in the same Almond Green colour it bore when it left the factory, while the new light green and grey interior trim is also to original specification, and the Mini rides on period-correct 10” cream-painted steel wheels shod in Falken Sincera SN-807 tyres. A nice, and rare touch are the two wicker baskets housed under the rear seat – a little-known option back in the day. The vendor describes all aspects of the newly-restored car as ‘excellent’ and informs us that ‘305 NYA’ has been in the same family ownership for 20 years – not the more usual father-to-son story, however, but son-to-father! The enthusiast pair – the fifth and sixth keepers - have compiled two ‘huge’ history folders’. The Heritage Certificate shows that the matching-numbers vehicle rolled off the Longbridge production line on September 13, 1961, and was despatched to Taunton Motor Company in Somerset two days later (the dealer plate is still displayed on the driver’s door sill). It was then issued with registration ‘305 NYA’ on October 27. Sensitively restored and very well presented complete with 12 months’ worth of MOT, this charming little motorcar should provide its next owner with many years of fun motoring. The classic Mini needs little introduction. BMC’s compact, two-door, four-seater may have first gone on sale in August 1959 but is inextricably linked to the Swinging Sixties. Designer Alec Issigonis maximised the space available for passengers and luggage by mounting the 850cc A Series engine transversely and driving the front wheels, making it a far more practical proposition than its diminutive proportions initially suggest. The model was first marketed as the Austin Seven and Morris Mini-Minor, with the Austin Seven being renamed the Austin Mini in January 1962, and the Mini marque itself coming into being in 1969. In summary:A newly-restored, matching numbers, floor-start exampleSame family ownership for the past 20 years; six keepers in totalJust 100 miles covered since completion of the restoration

Registration - HHW 218GChassis No - EC1006192M.O.T. - ExemptOdometer - 2,270We understand from the vendor, that this very rare motorcycle was the subject of a concours-standard restoration courtesy of the previous keeper, and that the vendor himself has ridden it just one mile since purchasing it 5 years ago. It has been well looked after though, having been dry stored in a heated garage following the draining of the fuel tank and 2 stroke oil. In preparation of its sale, the engine oil has been renewed and a fresh Yuasa battery installed. ‘HHW 218G’ certainly looks the part with blue paintwork complementing the black of the frame. The vendor presently regards the rotary-valve two-stroke engine, gearbox, frame, suspension, paintwork, brightwork, and cycle parts as all being in ‘excellent’ order. He is now offering the bike complete new Metzeller tyres and inner tubes, the original handbook and toolkit, various pamphlets etc. Best known as a tyre manufacturer, the giant Bridgestone corporation began making motorcycles in 1958. It created models in a range of capacities, including four versions of the 100cc one – the TMX, Trail, Sport and GP; the latter of which had a rotary gearbox that allowed racers to change direct from top to first gear. However, the company ceased all motorbike manufacture in 1970 under pressure from Japan’s mainstream manufacturers, who threatened to cease purchase of Bridgestone’s tyres if the company continued making motorcycles as well.

Registration - VEL 632SChassis No - 14016M.O.T. - ExemptOdometer - 13,828 Examples of the Bertone-penned GT4 are a relatively rare sight at auction these days and, if this pretty 1978 example is anything to go by, it’s because their keepers have been hanging on to them – ‘VEL 632S’ has remained within the same ownership for no less than 28 years. A genuine righthand drive UK market example, it was apparently originally finished in yellow, but these days presents in the classic hue of Rosso Corsa that’s matched to Sand hide interior trim. We understand that the Prancing Horse has been dry stored for the last four years or so, prior to which it was treated to a service and a fresh set of engine belts. Along the way it has also been equipped with a pair of stainless-steel exhaust manifolds. The car is accompanied by every MOT carried out from 2006, documentation that gives credence to the notably low indicated total mileage of just 13,828. The vendor volunteers that the Ferrari would now benefit from a degree of paintwork and re-gassing of the air conditioning system. It comes complete with factory-fitted sunroof.Ferrari’s mould-breaking 308 GT4 was introduced at the Paris Salon in 1973. Originally marketed as a Dino, it didn’t, however, gain its Prancing Horse badges until 1976. It was the first production Ferrari to feature a mid-mounted V8 engine and the first to be clothed in Bertone-designed bodywork, the angular lines of which were a major departure from the sweeping curves of the Pininfarina-penned 246 that it replaced. The chassis was a stretched version of that used for the 246 – the combination of longer wheelbase and transversely mounted engine allowing room for a second (small) row of seats. The 3-litre light-alloy engine delivered 255bhp at 7600rpm – sufficient to endow the car with a top speed of over 150mph and a 0-60mph acceleration time of 6.4 seconds. It was mated to a traditional Ferrari ‘slotted gate’ five-speed gearbox mounted behind and beneath the engine. Production of the GT4 continued until 1980, when the model was replaced by the Mondial. Some 2,800 examples were made during the seven years of manufacture. In summary:Has remained in the current ownership for no less than 28 yearsMOT history seemingly backs ultra-low indicated mileage of 13,828Treated to new engine belts and a service four years ago

Registration - 516 YUYChassis No - 2751387M.O.T. - ExemptOdometer - TBC This rare and ever-so-Gallic model originally dwelt in the South of France, was allegedly restored by a fireman, and was imported to the UK in 2013 by the previous owner, and then purchased by the vendor last year following a chance meeting at Goodwood. It features lefthand drive and the column gearchange and three rows of seats that are an integral part of the Famililale model’s specification. It is finished in black over Dove Grey and trimmed in a mix of fabric and green vinyl up front, and green vinyl for the second and third rows of seats. Recent maintenance has included a rebuild of the braking system and the replacement of the distributor, HT leads and brake cylinders. The vendor now feels the Peugeot ‘runs well and is very solid’, and presently grades the four-cylinder 1468cc engine, four-speed manual gearbox, five-door bodywork and upholstery as ‘good’, and the paintwork as ‘average’. He is now offering this rare slice of France complete with a selection of paperwork, a workshop manual, and an assortment of tools. The mid-sized 403 model was produced by Peugeot from 1955 to 1966, during which time no less than 1,014,111 examples were produced. The model was offered in no less than seven guises, namely four-door saloon, five door estate, convertible, pickup, van and, courtesy of a lengthened wheelbase, a Familiale and Commercial estate. The interesting Familiale, the subject of this lot, featured three rows of seats, thereby turning the 403 into a 7/8-seater vehicle. It also featured full-reclining front chairs and a column mounted gearchange. The successor to the 403 was the four-times East African Safari Rally-winning 404. In summary:An unusual and potentially very useful French classicImported into the UK in 2013Said to be solid and the subject of some recent maintenance

Registration - J197 BOOChassis No - WF0NXXGBBNNC79220M.O.T - June 2024Odometer - 140,000 Now here’s a potentially useful vehicle that combines the load lugging ability of an estate car with Ferguson four-wheel drive and the luxury afforded Ford’s Ghia trim package – what’s not to like? It’s another model that’s suddenly become rare too, with only around 10 thought to be left on our roads. Recent maintenance has included a degree of chassis welding by a Ford specialist and the installation of a new fuel tank. The vendor now grades the DOHC 2.0-litre engine and five-speed manual gearbox as ‘excellent’, the light grey fabric upholstery as ‘good’, and the five-door bodywork and metallic blue paintwork as ‘average to good’; and adds that the Sierra behaved impeccably on a recent 300-mile journey. The sprightly-looking five-keeper Ghia is now seeking a new owner, and is being sold complete with glass sunroof, alloy wheels, headlamp wash/wipe, electric windows, central locking, JVC stereo unit, roof bars, two sets of keys, a ‘massive’ file of invoices and old MOTs etc, plus a current certificate valid to June 19 next year. Released in the September of 1982, the Ford Sierra was a replacement for the ubiquitous Cortina and its German sibling, the Taunus. The aerodynamic styling was arguably ahead of its time and caused initial controversy – one eminent UK journalist nicknaming it the ‘jelly mould’. Ford had the last laugh, however, with sales eventually reaching 1,299,993 units over the 11 years of production; making it Britain’s 10th most popular car up to that time. In summary:A rare car that combines spacious luxury with 4-wheel driveA five-keeper example currently indicating a total 140,556 milesIn the previous ownership for no less than 14 years

Registration - FSK 836Chassis No - WNI-3062M.O.T. - ExemptOdometer - 16,946 This splendid, fully restored Champ arguably looks as smart as it would have done on entering army service on June 17, 1953 via the receiving depot at Ashchurch Army Camp near Tewkesbury. ‘FSK 836’ is presented in military livery, with green bodywork, tan vinyl interior trim and green canvas tilt, and is equipped with sturdy Deestone all-terrain tyres, twin rear-mounted radio aerials, tow hook, 20-litre water can, exterior-mounted pickaxe and spade. It is unusual in being equipped with doors – making life a little less challenging when enjoying a military event in inclement weather. The odometer currently shows a total mileage of 16,946, which is evidently supported by the accompanying MOTs, with just 945 covered since 2007. The Austin has been in its current ownership for some 10 years, during which time it’s always been dry-stored. The vendor presently describes the engine, transmission, electrics and interior as ‘excellent’ and the bodywork and paintwork as ‘good’. During its army service the Champ bore the registration 30BE62. It was then rechristened ‘FSK 836’ when demobbed on March 4, 1964. Inspired by the ubiquitous American Jeep, the Champ was a British military vehicle designed immediately post WWII and manufactured from 1951 to 1956, at which point it was supplanted by the cheaper Land Rover. The lightweight 4x4 was powered by an Austin-built Rolls-Royce-designed four-cylinder petrol engine of 2838cc. Ultimately only 11,732 of the contracted 15,000 Champs were produced, all of which had been moved from front line army service to the territorial Army by the mid ‘60s, and were then sold into the private domain from 1968. Though their service life was curtailed by cost, they boasted impressive cross-country capabilities and could even touch 50mph in reverse – something neither the Jeep nor Land Rover could match. In summary:A rare example, being equipped with doorsThe low mileage of 16,946 is apparently supported by the MOT historyFully restored and ready to enter into service with a new owner

Registration - ABM 258BChassis - 0056117M.O.T. - ExemptOdometer - 26,000 ‘ABM 258B’ was originally owned by a British engineer living and working in Uganda. He bought the car new in 1962 from F Boero & Co. for 17,300 Ugandan shillings, opting not to have whitewall tyres as they would have shown the dust from the African roads. This is a right-hand-drive example, making it something of a rarity for a Fiat 1500. When the engineer was due to return to the UK, he shipped the car to Italy, took a cabin on the same boat, and then spent six weeks driving the Fiat to Bristol. Included in the car’s two meticulously compiled and substantial history files is an artist’s image the engineer commissioned of the saloon being loaded onto the ship. The history also includes the original dealer purchase receipt, correspondence with HM Customs & Excise relating to its import into the UK in 1964, every tax disc, plus decades of service receipts etc. The 1500 also comes with a quantity of spares. The present owner, its fourth UK one, states that he has ‘never owned a classic car with so much paper history, it’s overwhelming’. Over the years ‘ABM 258B’ has undergone restoration in the hands of various owners, with the vendor describing the overall condition of the car as ‘excellent’, and ‘mechanically very good’, adding, ‘the manual column gear change does take a little getting used to, but she drives very smoothly, and the 1481cc engine really has some go’. The interior, with grey cloth trim and blue carpets, has been left in original condition. Fiat produced the 1500 from 1961 to 1967, offering it in saloon, estate, convertible and coupé versions. It was powered by an alloy-headed four-cylinder engine producing 75bhp. Reviewing the new Fiat for Motor Sport magazine in March 1962, Bill Boddy gave it a hearty thumbs-up, writing ‘The Fiat 1500 is not only a splendid performer, it is a well-planned, very completely equipped 4-door saloon… a fast Italian family car of exceptional merit.’ In summary:A rare, right-hand drive saloon version of Fiat’s 1500Imported from Uganda in 1964Comes complete with a substantial and fascinating history file

Registration - PAO 524PChassis No - 1237L65414034M.O.T. - ExemptOdometer - TBC Now here’s something to set the pulse racing. It’s a manual gearbox C3 Corvette equipped with the relatively rare L82 engine, which means 5.7-litres (350ci) of torquey V8 performance – sufficient, according to the American magazines of the day, to whisk the mighty Vette to 60mph in as little as 6.8 seconds. It’s true to say that ‘PAO 524P’ couldn’t manage that right now as it’s in need of a new clutch, but the Chevy starts, runs and makes all the right noises, so the potential is self-evident. The car’s striking grey exterior is enhanced by a broad central black and orange stripe, suitably shiny side mufflers and chunky Riken tyres on alloy rims. The purposeful interior features orange-piped black leather seats, a Pioneer stereo system and monogrammed Corvette mats. The clutch aside, the vendor presently classes the eight-cylinder engine, four-speed manual gearbox and electrics as ‘excellent’, and the bodywork, paintwork and upholstery as ‘good’. The lefthand drive Stingray comes without history, so the currently indicated total mileage of 25,808 is unwarranted, though highly credible. The third generation Corvette (C3) came to market in 1968 and was continually developed until the all-new C4 model of 1984. While the engine and chassis components were mostly carried over from the C2, the interior and most striking of bodies were all new. The exterior design was a development of that penned by Larry Shinoda under the guidance of Bill Mitchell for the Mako Shark II concept car. The ladder-type chassis was broadly as created for the C2 by Zora Arkus-Duntov - the most significant element of which was the independent rear suspension that featured lateral struts, radius rods and transverse leaf spring. 1979 was the best ever year for Corvette production, with 53,807 cars manufactured. Only 5,720 examples were fitted with the desirable L82 engine in 1976, which makes the sale car a pretty rare beast, especially on this side of the pond. In summary:An eye-catching example equipped with the desirable L82 engineJust one recorded UK owner since being imported in 2020Currently in need of a replacement clutch

Registration - H174 HPCChassis - VF1B29H0206548904M.O.T. - October 2023Odometer - 122,301 Now here’s a rarity on our shores. So rare in fact that it’s believed to be one of only 14 now known to the DVLA and the only one currently licensed for the road. Believed to have been the last such example to be UK registered, ‘H174 HPC’ has had only five keepers to date, the most recent of whom purchased the Renault from the wife of a late owner; an ex-Renault mechanic who had used it for travelling to France and Spain. The car’s white paintwork is paired with black leather interior trim, and its extensive specification includes sunroof, JVC audio system and tow pack. The vendor currently classes the nicely patinated upholstery as ‘good’ and the 2-litre petrol engine, automatic transmission, four-door bodywork and paintwork as ‘average’. He is now offering the car complete with a boot full of new old-stock spare parts including wheel cylinders, filters, head gasket set, CV joints, drive shafts, suspension joints and more, plus the Renault’s original factory-fitted radio/cassette player. This capacious long-distance cruiser is now offered at No Reserve and complete with a large history file containing the service book (six stamps), owner’s manuals and a selection of old MOTs, receipts and invoices, some of which are from abroad. The front-wheel drive Renault 25 executive saloon was the successor to the 20/30 model and the flagship of the Renault range between 1983 and 1992, at which point it was replaced by the Safrane. It proved to be an economical performer thanks to a low drag coefficient of 0.31. It was also well received by the motoring press, taking second place in the 1985 European Car of the Year rankings. A total of 780,976 examples of the model were produced during its 10-year reign. In summary:A proven long-distance traveller displaying 122,301 milesComes with a boot full of spares and a large history fileBeing sold at No Reserve

Registration - M227 TUKChassis No - WBAEF62030CB97278M.O.T. - December 2023Odometer - 113,107It’s taken a long time for enthusiasts to fully appreciate the many virtues of the distinctive BMW 8 Series, examples of which are arguably tremendous value in today’s market. ‘M227 TUK’ is a relatively early 840Ci example, so powered by BMW’s 4.0-litre M60 V8 powerplant that delivered a healthy 282bhp and 295 lb ft of torque. It drives through the optional five-speed automatic gearbox. Its Brilliant Red paintwork contrasts well with the grey leather interior trim and period-correct BBS alloy wheels. The coupe has had just five keepers to date, the most recent of whom assumed possession in 2014. He currently grades the engine and gearbox as ‘excellent’, the bodywork and upholstery as ‘good’, and the paintwork as ‘average’, and is now offering the car at No Reserve complete with: factory-fitted sunroof and radio/cassette player, six-stack CD multi-changer, book pack that includes a replacement service book stamped up to 97,349 miles, a sizeable folder of invoices and receipts, plus a current MOT valid to December 21. The odometer currently indicates a total of 113,107 miles. During its 10-year reign, the (E31) 8 Series was offered in 830i, 840Ci and 850i/Ci form, of which the 840Ci was the second most popular variant. When introduced in mid-1993, it was fitted with a 4-litre V8 engine mated to either a 5-speed automatic or a six-speed manual transmission. The fully independent suspension featured struts at the front and coil springs on the rear. Steering was by ball and nut and braking by discs all round. Over 1.5 billion Deutschmarks is said to have been spent on the car’s design and development, which included the use of CAD tools (still quite rare at the time) and wind tunnel testing, the combined effect of which was a very competitive drag coefficient of 0.29. Though electronically limited to 155mph, this endowed the more powerful 8 Series models with a potential top speed of almost 190mph. Total sales of the range were some 30,600, the model’s potential being somewhat limited by the recession of the time. In summary:A five keeper example currently indicating 113,107 total milesService record up to 97,349 and current MOT valid into DecemberBeing sold at No Reserve

Registration - H595 WYGChassis No - TBCM.O.T - June 2024Odometer - 80,962 This handsome S3 has remained in the same ownership for the last 19 years. The vendor informs us that it is an unmolested matching numbers, home market example that has been serviced during every year of his tenure – the last bout of maintenance was carried out in February of this year. The TVR’s totally original white bodywork is matched to blue leather interior trim and blue hood and Targa top, and the vendor presently considers the V6 engine, five-speed manual gearbox, two-seater bodywork, paintwork and upholstery to all be in ‘excellent’ condition. He is offering the car complete with a file containing some service history, an assortment of bills and receipts and all its old MOTs, plus a current one valid to June 25 next year. The odometer currently displays an unwarranted but totally credible 80,962 miles from new. TVR’s S Series line of sports cars made its debut at the 1986 British International Motor Show and marked the first major milestone for Peter Wheeler since taking over the company from Martin Lilley. S1 variants are now extremely rare and powered by 160bhp versions of Ford’s 2.9-litre V6 powerplant, whereas S2-S4 models had the benefit of an extra 10bhp courtesy of basically the same engine. (Most) S3 and S4 cars benefited from longer doors, while S3s were unique in having traditional-looking burr walnut facias. There was also a V8 version of the S that was powered by either a 2.0-litre (yes really) or 4.0-litre derivative of the ubiquitous Rover engine. S Series production ran from 1986 to 1994 and comprised a total of 2,604 cars, 1,194 of which were equipped with one form or another of the V6 Ford engine, and 410 with the Rover V8. In summary:An apparently very original, unmolested S3A 10-keeper example currently displaying 80,962 milesHas remained in the current ownership for the last 19 years

Registration - DG53 ENRChassis No - CT9A-0202581M.O.T. - September 2024Odometer - 56,925If you’re an Evo enthusiast, and let’s face it, many drivers are, then we reckon you need to know about this rare FQ-300. Its distinctive Lightning Yellow bodywork contrasts splendidly with the black suede/leather interior trim and black Fox alloy wheels that are shod with Falken tyres. A genuine UK specification car, ‘DG53 ENR’ has only just benefited from a service that included the replacement of the timing and auxiliary belts and water pump. It is now regarded by the vendor as having a ‘good’ 305bhp turbo engine, six-speed manual gearbox, four-door bodywork and paintwork, and ‘average’ upholstery. We understand that the Mitsubishi’s MOT history confirms the currently indicated mileage of 56,925, and the car comes complete with a current MOT certificate valid into September of next year. All things considered, ‘DG53 ENR’ represents a rare and exciting opportunity for Evo fans everywhere. The eighth generation version of Mitsubishi’s legendary Evo was in production from 2003 to 2005. Originally a single model range, it proved so popular in the US that a family of variants was ultimately evolved. All were powered by a version of the now familiar 1997cc turbocharged in-line four-cylinder engine, but output varied considerably from country to country and special edition to special edition. Variants offered on the UK market included the 260 (260bhp), FQ300 (305bhp), FQ320 (325bhp), FQ340 (345bhp) and FQ400 (405bhp). The sale car features a number of FQ-300 badges inside and outside the vehicle, a console-mounted one of which is combined with the car’s allocation number #433. In summary:An extremely striking and rare UK-specification Evo VIIIJust 56,925 warranted miles from new. MOT’d for 11 monthsJust treated to a service and new engine belts

Registration - J537 KAEChassis No - ZAM333B28AKALA190259M.O.T. - June 2024Odometer - 91,910 Please note, the registration number "D4 DAB", as shown in the photos is not included in the sale.This handsome righthand drive, matching numbers Biturbo is thought to be one of just 11 examples remaining, and is presented in fine order. Its strident red bodywork is matched to plush cream-coloured hide upholstery that’s highlighted by pale veneer trim on the facia, doors and console, and complemented by a black hood and silver alloy wheels. The vendor, the Maserati’s seventh keeper, acquired the car from a dealer in April last year, and he currently considers its twin-turbo V6 engine, automatic transmission, convertible bodywork, paintwork and upholstery to all be in ‘excellent’ condition, and confirms that the hood is in good working order. He informs us that the Biturbo was last serviced in April 2020, and is now offering this rare Italian beauty complete with Pioneer stereo unit, full service history, owner’s book pack, a large selection of bills and receipts, and a current MOT certificate valid to June 14 next year. The Biturbo was a family of executive grand touring cars produced by Maserati between 1981 and 1994 – the architecture of the model also served as the basis of all the company’s offerings between 1981 and 1987, including the Shamal and Ghibli II. The layout of the Biturbo was relatively conventional, with the engine and gearbox mounted up front and driving the rear wheels and its unibody constructed from steel. The 90-degree V6 powerplant was the first production unit to feature a pair of turbos and was made in a variety of capacities from 1996 to 2790cc – the latter version, as fitted to the sale car, had an output of some 225bhp. The convertible version of the Biturbo was lunched at the 1985 Turin Motor Show and was designed and assembled by Zagato in Milan. In summary:One of the few remaining righthand drive examplesSeven keepers and a documented 91,910 miles from newComes complete with full service history and a current MOT

***NO RESERVE*Registration - 39 PHYChassis No - PADX197315M.O.T. - ExemptOdometer - 96,727 ‘39 PHY’ has had just six keepers in its 61-year life, the last two of whom have invested a fair degree of time and money in what is now a decidedly rare model that had already benefited from such period modifications as power steering, four-speed gearbox with floor-mounted change and overdrive. The recent work has included: a respray from white to two-tone blue; conversion to allow the use of E10 fuel; the re-coring of the radiator; replacement of the head gasket, water pump, headlights, door locks, spark plugs and leads, and three quarterlights; the installation of bespoke window rubbers, front inertia seatbelts, pair of Revotec electric cooling fans, reversing light, contemporary indicators and aftermarket gauges. More fundamental has been the upgrade to the braking system that now features servo-assistance and discs up front. The vendor currently considers all major aspects of the Vauxhall to be in ‘good’ order and is offering the car complete with a modest history file. When did you last see one of these? The PA Cresta was produced at a time when the design of the UK-built Vauxhalls was heavily influenced by its parent company, General Motors, and the tail fins, wrap around windows and white-wall tyres were all echoes of the Buick Special already on sale in the US. Launched in October 1957, the model reigned for five years before being replaced by the completely restyled PB, during which period 81,841 examples were manufactured. The model was initially powered by the 2262cc six-cylinder engine of the preceding E Series Cresta, but this was heavily revised in 1960, and cars from August that year onwards benefited from a more powerful version of 2651cc. A Motor magazine road test of one of the later cars produced a 0-60mph time of 15.2 seconds and top speed of a whisker under 95mph. The powerplants drove through either a column-change three-speed manual or Hydramatic automatic transmission. In summary:Just six-keepers and an indicated 96,727 miles over 61 yearsPeriod mods include four-speed manual gearbox and power steeringThe subject of recent maintenance and improvements

Registration - H17 0MAChassis No - SAXXNNBYCBD077784M.O.T. - 06/2024Odometer - 42,000According to VDI Check this exceedingly smart cabriolet began life in Northern Ireland before returning to the mainland and being first DVLA registered in June 1994. The vendor apparently acquired the car from the marque specialist GC Minis of Swanley in Kent some five years ago. He believes that ‘H17 OMA’ is now one of only 42 such cabriolets remaining in the world, so a very rare car indeed. He informs us that its has always been dry stored and serviced every year during his tenure. Its resplendent Nightfire red bodywork is matched to a red hood, red-piped cream leather interior trim, and complemented by the polished set of Revolution alloy wheels on which it rides. The vendor presently classes the four-speed manual transmission, convertible bodywork and upholstery as ‘excellent’, and the 1300cc A Series engine and paintwork as ‘good’. He is now selling the Mini complete with Mountney wood-rim steering wheel, stereo system, spare wheel, toolkit, and a sizeable history folder containing the original book pack, receipts, tax discs and selection of old MOTs, plus a current advisory-free one valid into August next year. The odometer currently registers an unwarranted but totally credible total of 42,000 miles. The story of the Mini convertible began with Lamm Autohous of Achern, Germany, who began creating their own version during the 1980s. In 1991 Rover contracted the company to build 75 righthand drive prototypes for sale through 12 selected Rover dealers. The success of this project led to Rover’s own version that was launched at the NEC in 1992. It was ultimately offered in three colours – Nightfire Red as per the sale car, Caribbean Blue and British Racing Green. The list price was £11,995. Production terminated in mid-1996 after c.1,081 examples are believed to have been built. In summary:A very smartly presented apparently low mileage exampleThought to be one of only 42 such cabriolets left worldwideComes with big history file including an MOT valid into next year

PABLO PICASSO, Donna Studio per les Demoiselles D'Avignon, rare pochoir signed in the plate, edition: 200, suite: Venti Pochoirs, Milan, Montparnasse frame, 27cm x 21cm. (Subject to ARR - see Buyers Conditions)

PABLO PICASSO, Maternita E Arancia, rare pochoir, edition: 200, suite: Venti Pochoirs, Milan, French Montparnasse frae, 27.5cm x 21cm. (Subject to ARR - see Buyers Conditions)

PABLO PICASSO, Francoise, rare lithograph, signed in the plate, suite: Cincinnati, printed by Young and Klein, French Montparnasse frame, 40cm x 32cm. (Subject to ARR - see Buyers Conditions)

PABLO PICASSO, Arlecchino Con La Chitarra, 25.5cm x 19cm, rare pochoir, signed in the plate. Suite : Venti pochoir, printed in Milan, vintage French frame. (Subject to ARR - see Buyers Conditions)

An antique rare W. Ehrhard open face military pocket watch 1920s British military, will need a service, case side D15831

A vintage rare Ian Fleming book From Russia With Love, hardcover edition, The Book Club

Orden & Ehrenzeichen Deutschland - Sachsen Altenburg : Sachsen - Altenburg: Herzog Ernst Medaille 1. Klasse mit Schwertern.Silber, an Nadel. Extrem seltenes, geprägtes Originalexemplar dieser Tapferkeitsauszeichnung aus dem 1. Weltkrieg. Gestiftet von Herzog Ernst II. am 29.6.1918 für Offiziere, vornehmlich des 8. Thüringischen Infanterie - Regiments Nr. 153, die bereits mit dem Eisernen Kreuz 1. Klasse ausgezeichnet worden waren. Die Erstverleihung erfolgte im Oktober 1918, insgesamt wurden nur 85 Exemplare verliehen. Von diesem Ehrenzeichen kommen im Handel fast ausschließlich sehr gute Kopien vor. Seltene Gelegenheit zum Erwerb eines einwandfreien Originals. German Orders and Medals - Duchy of Sachsen - Altenburg : Saxe - Altenburg: Herzog Medal 1st Class with Swords.Extremely rare silver die struck original medal for bravery awarded during World War I. Reverse fitted with pin for wearing. Instituted by Duke Ernst II on 29.6.1918 for officers, primarily of the 8th Thuringian infantry regiment No. 153, who had already received the Iron Cross 1st Class. The first award was made in October 1918, with only a total of 85 examples being awarded. A rare opportunity to own an original issue of this extremly rare medal.

Heer - Panzertruppe : Nachlaß des Oberstleutnants Helmut Brandt, 8. Panzer - Division (später Oberst der Bundeswehr)Deutsches Kreuz in Silber. Cupal/Tombak versilbert, an Nadel. Auf der Nadel Herstellerstempel "20" , mit 4 Hohlnieten. Typische Anfertigung der Firma C.F. Zimmermann, Pforzheim. Dazu das Vorläufige Besitzzeugnis vom 8.7.1943, mit Dienstsiegel und Faksimileunterschrift Generalfeldmarschall Keitel. Eisernes Kreuz 2. Klasse. Versilbert/magnetisch, am späterem Band. Im Ring unleserlicher Stempel. Dazu die Verleihungsurkunde vom 3.6.1940, mit Originalunterschrift des Kommandeurs der 8.Pz.Div., Generalleutnant Kuntzen, Dienstauszeichnung IV.Klasse.Eisen versilbert, am Band mit aufgelegtem Wehrmachtsadler. Dazu die Verleihungsurkunde vom 10.2.1939, mit Originalunterschriftdes Kommandeurs der 3. leichten Division, Generalmajor Kuntzen. Medaille Winterschlacht im Osten 1941/42. Zink brüniert, am Band. Kriegsverdienstkreuz 2. Klasse mit Schwertern. Bronze, am Band. Kriegsverdienstkreuz 1. Klasse mit Schwertern. Zink versilbert, an Nadel. Dazu die Verleihungsurkunde (Zweitschrift) vom 25.10.1941, mit Originalunterschrift eines Generalmajors. Medaille zur Erinnerung an den 13. März 1939. Zink versilbert, am Band, Dazu die Verleihungsurkunde vom 17.2.1939, mit Faksimileunterschrift Staatsminister Meissner. Medaille zur Erinnerung an den 1. Oktober 1938. Bronze am Band. Dazu die Verleihungsurkunde vom 25.10.1939, mit Faksimileunterschrift des Kommand. Generals des XIX. Armeekorps, General der Panzertruppen Guderian. Spange Prager Burg zur Medaille zur Erinnerung an den 1. Oktober 1938. Bronze am Splint (einer fehlt). Dazu die Verleihungsurkunde vom 14.5.1940, mit Originalunterschrift Hautmann Hübel. Orden der Rumänischen Krone IV.Klasse (Offizierskreuz). Vergoldet und Emaille, am Band mit aufgelegter Rosette. Dazu die Vorläufige Verleihuingsurkunde vom 8.10.1943 und 3 weitere zugehörige Dokumente. Bundesverdienstkreuz 1.Klasse (Steckkreuz). Vergoldet und Emaille, an Nadel. Dazu die Verleihungsurkunde vom 26.3.1962, mit Originalunterschrift des Bundespräsidenten Lübke. Dazu die oben aufgeführten Orden und Auszeichnungen in der Form ab 1957 sowie die 7-teilige Feldschnalle (Bundeswehr) mit entsprechenden Auflagen. Bundeswehr - Wehrpass (Heer) vom 29.3.1962, mit Lichtbild Oberst Brandts und Eintragungen der verliehenen Auszeichnungen. Sehr seltener und schöner und Nachlass dieses Trägers dieser hohen Auszeichnung. Vergleichbare DK in Silber Nachlässe nur selten im Handel zu finden.Army - Panzer Troops : Grouping of Lieutenant Colonel Hrelmut Brandt, 8th Panzer - Division. German cross in silver. Cupal/Tombak silver-plated, reverse fitted with pin for wearing. Maker's mark "20" on the pin, with 4 hollow rivets. Typical manufacture of the company C.F. Zimmermann, Pforzheim. Comes with preliminary award certificate dated 8.7.1943, with seal and stamped signature of Generalfeldmarschall Keitel. Iron Cross 2nd Class. Silvered/magnetic, on later ribbon. Illegible stamp in the ring. Comes with award certificate dated 3.6.1940, with original signature of the commander of the 8.Pz.Div., Generalleutnant Kuntzen,Service Award IV.Klasse. Silvererd iron version, on ribbon with applied Wehrmacht eagle. Comes with award certificate dated 10.2.1939, with original signature of the commander of the 3.rd light division, Generalmajor Kuntzen.Eastern Medal 1941/42. burnished zinc, on ribbon.War Merit Cross 2nd Class with Swords. Bronze, with ribbon.War Merit Cross 1st Class with Swords. Silver-plated zinc, on pin. Including the award certificate (duplicate) dated 25.10.1941, with original signature of a Major General.Medal in commemoration of 13 March 1939, silver-plated zinc, on ribbon, with award certificate dated 17.2.1939, with stamped signature of Minister of State Meissner.Medal commemorating 1 October 1938. Bronze on ribbon. Together with the award certificate dated 25.10.1939, with stamped signature of the Commanding General of the XIX Army Corps, General der Panzertruppen Guderian."Prager Burg" - Clasp for the medal commemorating 1 October 1938. Bronze on split pin (one missing). Comes with award certificate dated 14.5.1940, with original signature of Hautmann Hübel.Order of the Romanian Crown IV.Class (Officer's Cross). Gilt and enamel, on ribbon with applied rosette. Together with the provisional award certificate dated 8.10.1943 and 3 further related documents.German Federal Republic Cross of Merit 1st Class (pin back cross). Gilt and enamel, on pin. Together with the award certificate dated 26.3.1962, with original signature of the Federal President Lübke.Comes with Major Brandts denazified awards in their 1957 version, as well as the 7-piece field clasp (Bundeswehr).Army service record (Wehrpass) dated 29.3.1962, with photograph of Colonel Brandt and list of decorations awarded. Very rare and interesting grouping of this German Cross in Silver recipient.

Orden und Ehrenzeichen - Ritterkreuz : Verleihungsetui zum Ritterkreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes.Schwarzes Originaletui aus Kunstlederetui mit magnetischem Scharnier und Druckknopf. Innenteil mit schwarzer Samteinlage, bzw. weißem Kunstseidenfutter. Sehr schönes und seltenes Originalexemplar. Orders and Decorations - Knights Cross : Knights Cross original Case of IssueBlack original caseof issue made of imitation leather with magnetic hinge and push button. Interior with black velvet inlay and white artificial silk lining.Very nice and rare original Knights Cross Case.

Deutsches Reich 1933 - 1945 - Kunst : Porträtbüste Adolf HitlerSchwarz patinierter Eisenguß. Plinthe abgebrochen. Mit neuzeitlichem Granitsockel. Obgleich unsigniert dürfte es sich bei dieser Skulptur um ein Werk des bekannten Bildhauers Ernst Seeger handeln. Der Kopf in mehrfacher Lebensgröße und in der Ausführung aus Eisen ungewöhnlich und selten. Hervorragend für eine nach wissenschaftlichen Grundsätzen aufgebaute museale Ausstellung zum Thema "Führerkult im 3. Reich" geeignet. Höhe: 50 cm.The Third German Reich 1933 - 1945 - Art in The Third Reich 1933 - 1945 : Portrait Bust of Adolf HitlerBlack patinated cast iron. Plinth broken off. With modern granite base.Although unsigned, this sculpture is probably the work of the well-known sculptor Ernst Seeger.The head in multiple life size and in iron execution unusual and rare.Excellently suited for a museum exhibition on the subject of the "Führer cult in the 3rd Reich".Height: 50 cm.

Ausländische Orden & Ehrenzeichen - Österreich : Militär - Maria - Theresien - OrdenRitterkreuz aus der Zeit der Napoleonischen Kriege, französische Anfertigung, ca 1809 ? 1819. Gold und Emaille. Ohne Band. In der Öse französische Goldpunze aus der Zeit des 1. Kaiserreichs (Hahnenkopf, 1809 ? 1819). Wunderschönes, fein gearbeitetes Prachtexemplar in bester Pariser Juweliersqualität. Die Ordensdevise in Goldschrift gemalt und tragebedingt etwas berieben. Es wurden im Verlauf der napoleonischen Kriege nur relativ wenige Exemplare des MMTO an Franzosen verliehen. Einmaliges historisches Liebhaberstück und meines Wissens das einzige weltweit bekannte Exemplar französischer Fertigung aus dem Zeitalter Napoleons. In dieser Qualität und Ausführung von gößter Seltenheit. Foreign Orders & Decorations - Austria : Military Order of Maria TheresaKnight's breast badge from the period of the Napoleonic Wars, French production, ca 1809 - 1819. Gold and enamel. Without ribbon. In the eyelet French gold hallmark from the period of the 1st Empire (rooster's head, 1809 - 1819). Exceptional, finely crafted example in best Parisian jeweller's quality. The order's motto painted in gold lettering and somewhat rubbed due to wear.Only relatively few knight's badges of the Order of Maria Theresia were awarded to French Officer's during the Napoleonic Wars since Austria was fighting France. The few Royalist French soldiers where usually not attached to Austrian forces. Occasions to award an order strictly reserved vor personal bravery and valor consequently were very linited. A unique historical collector's item and, as far as I know, the only known example of French manufacture from the age of Napoleon known in a private collection.Extremely rare.

Orden & Ehrenzeichen Deutschland - Preußen : Preußen: W. Kullrich: Generalsmedaille 1870/1871.Silber. Große Medaille des berühmten preußischen Medailleurs W. Kullrich für die Generale des Krieges 1870/1871. Auf der Vorderseite der Porträtkopf Kaiser Wilhelm I. und die Namen der Generale. Die Rückseite mit allegorischer Darstellung des Sieges 1870/71 und dem Eisernen Kreuz. Am Sockel die Stempelschneiderzeichen: "TH. GROSSE INV." und "W. KULLRICH F.". Durchmesser: 85 mm. Gewicht: 323,9 g Sehr seltene und schöne, imposante Medaille. German Orders and Medals - Kingdom of Prussia : Prussia: W. Kullrich: Generals Medal 1870/1871.Large silver medal made by the famous Prussian medalist W. Kullrich and given to the generals of the war against France of 1870/1871. On the obverse portrait head of Kaiser Wilhelm I and the names of the generals. The reverse with allegorical representation of the victory 1870/71 and the Iron Cross. On the base marked : "TH. GROSSE INV." and "W. KULLRICH F.". Diameter: 85 mm. Very rare and beautiful imposing medal.

Orden & Ehrenzeichen Deutschland - GROSSHERZOGTUM SACHSEN - WEIMAR : Sachsen - Weimar: Orden vom Weissen Falken: Ritterkreuz 1. Klasse mit Schwertern.Gold und Emaille, ohne Band. Der weiße Falke in plastischer Emaillearbeit. Ganz minimale Tragespuren, insgesamt jedoch in sehr schöner Erhaltung. Prachtexemplar in feinster Juweliersqualität. Mit Schwertern selten. German Orders and Medals - Grand Duchy of Saxe-Weimar : Saxe - Weimar: Order of the White Falcon: Knights Breast Badge 1st Class with SwordsGold and enamel, without ribbon. The white falcon in very fine bolbous enamel work.Very minimal traces of wear, but overall in very fine condition.A splendid example of the finest jeweller's quality.Rare with swords.

Heer - Panzertruppe : Schwarze Panzerjacke eines Majors der Panzertruppe.Schwarzer Wollstoff mit original vernähtem, gewebtem Brustadler. Im Knopfloch vernähtes EK - Band. Gelaschte Schulterstücke für einen Major auf rosa - roter Unterlage. Kragenspiegel mit rosa - roter Paspelierung und Metall - Totenköpfen aus Leichtmetall. Originales graues Innenfutter mit Verschnürung. Korrekte Stempelung. Sehr schönes und seltenes Originalexemplar in hervorragender Erhaltung. Army - Panzer Troops : Black Tank Officer's Panzer Wrapper for a Major.Black wool fabric with original sewn, woven breast eagle. Buttonhole with sewn Iron Cross - ribbon. Lashed shoulder pieces for a major on pink - red backing. Collar patch with pink - red piping and skulls made of light metal.Original grey lining with lacing. Correct stamping.Very nice and rare original example in excellent condition.

Orden & Ehrenzeichen Deutschland - Bayern : Bayern, St. Hubertus - Orden: Bedeutendes Ordenskreuz aus der Mitte des 18. Jahrhunderts, getragen als Knopflochdekoration. Bedeutendes frühes Exemplar in feiner Qualität. Bronze - feuervergoldet und Emaille. Formal entspricht dieses Ordenskreuz des Hausritterordens vom Heiligen Hubertus der Form des Kettenkleinodes. Wie auf einigen Porträts von Ordensrittern des St.-Hubertus-Ordens aus der Zeit des 18. Jahrhunderts zu erkennen ist, war es damals üblich, statt der offiziellen Anlässen vorbehaltenen Ordenskollane oder dem ebenso für formelle Gelegenheiten bestimmten Schärpenkleinod, im täglichen Gebrauch verkleinerte Ordenszeichen im Knopfloch zu tragen. Diese Gepflogenheit war auch bei anderen bedeutenden Ritterorden, wie z. B. dem Orden vom Goldenen Vlies, üblich. Es haben sich nur ganz wenige Exemplare dieser Ordenszeichen in Sammlungen erhalten. Auf Schloss Hohenschwangau werden Vergleichsexemplare aus der Sammlung des Wittelsbacher Ausgleichsfonds aufbewahrt, die dem hier angebotenen Ordenskreuz sehr ähnlich sind Außerordentlich seltene Ordensdekoration in am Alter gemessen hervorragender Erhaltung. Dieses Exemplar ist bei Karsten Klingbeil / Andreas Thies, Orden 1700 ? 2000, Band I, Nr. 179, abgebildet und beschrieben.German Orders and Medals - Kingdom of Bavaria : Bavaria, Order of Saint Hubert: Important early Breast Badge, dating from the mid 18th Century.Important early badge to be worn at the button - hole of a Knight of the Order. Of finest quality. Bronze - fire-gilt and enamel.Formally, this cross of the Order of St. Hubert corresponds to the form worn on the order#s collar chain.As can be seen on some 18th century portraits of knights of the Order of Saint Hubert, it was customary at that time to wear a smaller badges in the buttonhole in daily use instead of the order's collar reserved for official occasions or the large and massive sash badge which was also intended for formal occasions.This custom was also common in other important orders of chivalry, such as the Order of the Golden Fleece.Only a few examples of these badges have survived in collections.Comparative examples from the collection of the Bavarian Royal Family (Wittelsbacher Ausgleichsfond) are kept at Hohenschwangau Castle. These badges are very similar to the cross offered here.Exceptionally rare decoration in excellent condition, especially considering its age of over 250 years.This piece of insignia is illustrated and described in Karsten Klingbeil / Andreas Thies, Orden 1700 - 2000, Volume I, No. 179.

Schutzstaffel-SS - Waffen SS : Schwarzes Schiffchen für Panzerbesatzungen der Waffen - SS.Ausführung für Mannschaften und Unterführer. Schwarzer Wollstoff. Der Totenkopf und SS - Hoheitsadler in gewebter Ausführung und original vernäht. Innen mit originalem schwarzen Futter und Größenstempel "58". Sehr schönes Originalexemplar. Selten. SS - Waffen SS : Black Side Cap for Waffen - SS Tank Units.Version for crews and NCO's. Black woollen fabric. The skull and SS - Eagle in woven design and original stitching. Inside with original black lining and size stamp "58".Very nice original example. Rare.