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RIDGWAY DRABWARE GREEN GLAZE 13 PIECE DESERT SERVICE CIRCA 1830 A magnificent Regency Drabware Desert Service in a rare sage green glaze by Ridgway. 13 pieces consisting; 3 x Cake Plates and 10 x Desert Plates. 2 of the cake plates have damage/restoration to the handles, 3 of the desert plates have Victorian stapled restoration (see pics). Other pieces in good condition. No marks to base but unmistakable as Ridgways Drabware with crisp relief moulded floral decoration. Desert plates 21cm diameter, cake plates 24x27cm and 30x24cm.
Lot 281
1969 OMEGA LADIES 18 CARAT GOLD & DIAMOND WRIST WATCH WITH PAPER WORK A superb quality, solid 18 carat yellow gold Omega ladies wristwatch set with 8 brilliant cut diamonds. Original 18C Omega strap, stamped 750 to strap and back. Bezel set with 8 first quality brilliant cut diamonds, 0.20 carats, g-h colour. Movement 17 jewelslever, shockproof, antimagnetic. Purchased in September 1969 by our vendors father for his wife. Purchased in Switzerland from Meister Watches Ltd. This exquisite watch comes with its original purchase receipt and original guarantee but not its box unfortunately. A rare opportunity to acquire a completely original, 18c and diamond Omega in the same family ownership from new. Champagne face with date. Excellent condition.
Lot 313
PAIR OF 19TH CENTURY WEDGWOOD WS & CO NAPOLEON BONAPARTE PLATES A superb pair of early 19th century, Wedgwood WS & Co Napoleon Bonaparte plates. Rare to find a pair in immaculate condition, they’ve been in the vendors family’s since the 1850s. Hand painted over a transfer printed base design. They depict Napoleon Bonaparte on his horse with his officers amongst an Egyptian landscape on his Egyptian campaign. Impressed and printed marks to the backs of both, the number 4 is faintly imprinted above the impressed mark. Each plate is 26cm diameter and 4cm deep.
Lot 77
ROBERTSONS JAM VINTAGE SCOUT ADVERTISING BADGE A very scarce original circa 1950's period 'Robertson's scout promotional badge', this example with rare DARK brown bush hat, light blue coat and white waistcoat with advertising slogan 'Golden Shred', the reverse impressed with maker's details 'H.W.Miller Ltd B'Ham.18'. Good condition
Lot 10A
Ca. 100-200 AD A very rare hand forged iron pugio with a wide blade flaring at the end where the handle would have met the blade. The long tang once inserted into either a wooden, ivory, bone, or bronze handle. This is a rare and beautiful object, due to its iron content, the majority of these were lost to oxidation. The pugio was the standard military sidearm of the Roman legionary. Although arms and weaponry were stored collectively within a century, they belonged to the soldier individually. For similar see: Bishop, M.C. & Coulston, J.C.N. Roman Military Equipment from the Punic Wars to the Fall of Rome, London, 1993. Size: L: 360mm / W:80mm; 354g Provenance: Property of a London Ancient Art Gallery; formerly in the famous Alison Barker collection, a retired London barrister; acquired between early 1960s to 1990s.
Lot 142
Ca. 100-300 AD A finely modelled bronze pair of feet, coming from a statue of a satyr. The legs are cast with strong, naturalistic features. A rare find! Satyrs were companions of the ancient Greek god Dionysus (the Romans 'Bacchus'), the god of wine, fertility, ritual madness, theater, and religious ecstasy. The upper half of their body was human, the lower half animal. Size: Set of 2 L:173 - 187mm / W:34 - 38mm ; 640g Provenance: Property of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market in the 1980s.
Lot 216
Ca. 1000 BC A rare set of Elamite bronze furniture feet in the shape of horse's hooves which are naturalistically modelled separated by fine contoured lines; seated within the hooves are stylised male heads with well defined features including conical shaped eyes with are prominent and alert with a central pupil dot, a pointed aquiline nose and gentle smile. These feet would have been part of an elaborate piece of furniture possibly formed of wood or bronze. The feet are bronze in order to provide stability and strength to the furnture as bronze is long lasting. Size: Lot of 4 with stand; L:90mm / W:140mm ; 855g Provenance: Property of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market in the 1980s.
Lot 56
Ca. 400-300 BC A stunning rare gold bracelet of penannular form, with a flat-section, carinated body decorated with incised motifs to the shoulders. Each finial ends in a horned head of a beast with incised eyes, a pronounced nose, and a mouth. The horns are adorned with intricately ribbed rings. Size: L:61.5mm / W:60mm ; 51.16g Provenance: Private CT collection, acquired from a German collection, Ruhr Valley; purchased from Gawain McKinley, London prior to 1980.
Lot 20
1987 PORSCHE 911 3.2 TARGA Registration Number: D306 GYE Chassis Number: WPOZZZ91ZHS140584 Recorded Mileage: c.97,000 miles - Two private owners from new - 97,000 miles, full Porsche/specialist service history - Rare Non-Sport specification from new The name “Targa” came from the Targa Florio sports car road race in Sicily, Italy, in which Porsche had notable success, with seven victories since 1956, and four more to come until 1973. This last win in the subsequently discontinued event is especially notable as it was scored with a 911 Carrera RS against prototypes entered by Italian factories of Ferrari and Alfa Romeo. The road going Targa had a stainless steel-clad roll bar, as Porsche had, at one point, thought that the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) would outlaw fully open convertibles in the US, an important market for the 911. What a find this beautiful 1987 911 Targa is! Fitted with the later, and much improved G50 gearbox, D306 GYE was originally supplied by Follett of Mayfair to the first owner in February of 1987, changing hands just once in 2015 to the current keeper. Finished in Venetian Blue metallic with a part-leather Marine Blue interior, this rare non-Sport version is presented just as it left the factory, wearing its correct Teledial alloy wheels, fitted still with its factory-optioned Blaupunkt Toronto radio cassette player, and with its original tool roll, compressor and accessories pack. This Targa has clearly enjoyed much care and attention, supported by a maintenance book containing a total of 12 services, the most recent in September 2021 at 97,344 miles. Looking through the fully stamped service book, we see initial maintenance was undertaken by main dealer Charles Follett, followed by AFN of Guildford and specialist Camtune, and in current ownership by JZM Porsche and Number 5 Garage of West London. Other than regular maintenance, the Porsche has also benefited from the recovering of the Targa roof with the correct-type black vinyl. With only around 100 miles since its last major service, and supplied with a full book back, Porsche Certificate of Authenticity, UK V5C, bills for maintenance in current ownership, and two sets of keys, this is a wonderful example of a very usable modern classic Porsche.
Lot 24
1997 LOTUS ESPRIT V8 Registration Number: R623 EAA Chassis Number: SCCO82918VHA15276 Recorded Mileage: 7,239 miles The silver Italdesign concept that eventually became the Esprit was unveiled at the Turin Motor Show in 1972, and was a development of a stretched Lotus Europa chassis. It was among the first of designer Giorgetto Giugiaro''s polygonal "folded paper" designs. Originally, the name Kiwi was proposed, but in keeping with the ''E...'' naming format of Lotus tradition, the name became Esprit. For the S4 of 1993, Lotus designer Julian Thomson took another crack at keeping the Esprit relevant. The biggest changes were to the bumpers and the aero package, with a restyled rear spoiler. Engine output remained the same as the previous SE model at 264bhp, but in 1994 the Esprit S4 Sport arrived, with added engine modifications it topped a heady 300bhp from the 2.2-litre turbocharged four pot. The introduction of a V8-powered Esprit in 1996 was the biggest news in some time. The flat-plane-crank 3.5 litre engine was of Lotus design, fed by twin Garrett turbochargers, and driven through a modified Renault-sourced five-speed transaxle. The 0-60 sprint dropped once again, this time to the low four second range. A Sport 350 variant included bigger brakes, bigger aero bits, and stiffer suspension. A final facelift in 2002 by Russell Carr was the last major change for the Lotus Esprit, which ended production in 2004. This wonderful low mileage Esprit V8 has been in the custody of just two owners from new, who between them have covered just over 7,000 miles in 25 years. First registered in November 1997, the Esprit was specified in rare Ruby Red metallic with a Magnolia leather interior and carpeting in red. One or two other options were specified such as a full sports exhaust system, glass sunroof (in addition to the factory item), and an Alpine CD player, as noted in the original bill of sale for £56,850. The Lotus has been maintained correctly over the years, by Lotus Dealer Haydon of Salisbury at 1,644, 4,026, 4,453 and 5,548 miles, and latterly by leading Lotus specialist Cos De-Martino of Sportomotive in Bournemouth, who further serviced the Esprit at 6,404 miles, and most recently at 7,176 miles in 2017. Currently reading a genuine 7,239 miles from new, this is a truly unique example of this model, which has been dry stored by our current vendor in the last few years. Offered with a UK V5C, stamped Lotus service book, a number of older MoT certificates and several maintenance invoices over the years, this genuine low-mileage example of one of the best incarnations of the legendary Esprit, is well worth a closer look.
Lot 26
1965 JAGUAR C-TYPE BY PROTEUS Registration Number: CHG 635C Chassis Number: 1B54867DN/CC2121 Recorded Mileage: Under 50 road miles from new - All-aluminium single-door period Le Mans chassis by Proteus - 3.8 litre Jaguar engine with triple Weber carburettors - Running in mileage only since completion Where else to start but with legendary test driver Norman Dewis. Whilst testing a C-Type for The Motor, he summed the new model up thus: "Within a very few hours of first acquaintance, the experienced driver feels well able to travel at speeds in excess of 120mph whenever the road traffic conditions render such motoring prudent…as the speed climbs beyond the 130 mark, the car does tend to feel a little light, but the curious sense of becoming faintly airborne is offset by no loss whatever in directional controls. At such speed there is no shake or even tremble in the body nor is there anything to indicate that much higher speeds would not feel equally safe to the occupants in the car. The driving of the Jaguar XK120C on the motor roads of Europe is in fact a great and memorable experience." Built in a remarkably short space of time, the first ever competition model from Jaguar, the C-type brought the firm international recognition in motor racing. Following Leslie Johnson’s impressive outing at the 1950 Le Mans in an XK120 S, management approved the development of a new racing model based on the XK, initially named the XK 120 C, the model was later known as the C-Type. The new model started with an all-new lightweight tubular space frame, redesigned rear suspension and an upgraded 3.4-litre engine with a new cylinder head, high-lift camshafts, racing pistons and a side-exit dual exhaust system. Stylist Malcolm Sayers designed the wonderful coachwork with the classic elliptical grill. Three factory C-Types were entered into Le Mans in 1951, two retiring early but Peter Walker’s and Peter Whitehead’s car pressed on for victory, becoming the first British car to win Le Mans in almost 20 years. Duncan Hamilton returned in 1953 in his Weber-carburetor fed “Lightweight” to win again, meanwhile Jaguar built a further 40 or so customer cars. Rare, beautiful and historically significant, the C-Type was a true watershed moment in the evolution of post-war racing sports cars. Unsurprisingly there remains a healthy level of interest in authentic replicas of this rare and exotic racer. Originally named ‘Copycat’, Proteus was founded in 1980 by architect Jim Marland, the company being re-named as Proteus in 1983. Over the years Proteus developed a reputation for building some of the finest Jaguar C-Type recreations available, ultimately focusing entirely on the production of this vehicle. In true Jaguar XK120-C tradition, the Proteus features a tubular chassis with a lightweight aluminium body, period Jaguar engine and drivetrain, and authentic period design details such as the leather bonnet straps, original-style dials, wire wheels on spinners and a Le-Mans style fuel filler. The Proteus was always supremely quick, with a quoted 260 BHP, and was capable of reaching 0-60 in a shade over five seconds. Each car was built to customer specifications, with various options for colour and trim. Only around twenty cars were built each year, making the Proteus C-type both rare and desirable. The build of this fabulous Proteus C-Type started over 20 years ago, the basis being frame number CC2121, an earlier Proteus C-Type replica chassis, with a lightweight all-aluminium single door “Le Mans” body and vented bonnet. The former owner, a prominent historic racer and collector, and custodian of a genuine factory C-Type, was exacting in his requirements for this pet project. In addition to its lightweight body, our car features a 3.4 litre XK engine with period-correct triple Weber carburettors, a four-speed gearbox with overdrive, live rear axle, 16” wire wheels and disc brakes on each corner. Early in the build the owner was dissatisfied with the fit and shape of the bonnet supplied, and so commissioned a brand new aluminium bonnet by CMC of Bridgenorth, complete with authentic Le Mans 1953 scoop to feed its thirsty Webers. The car was actually completed in the early 2000s, but was subsequently dry stored for some years before being recently recommissioned in preparation for road use. This wonderful example presents very nicely with only the slightest evidence of road use and age. The paint shows an excellent finish throughout, capturing the fluidity of the undulating lines as achieved over 70 years ago. The construction of the body panels is exceptional, with excellent fit and finish, authentic and attractive exterior trim and lighting, a properly nested side exhaust, clear headlight covers, and correctly painted wire wheels. The aircraft-inspired cockpit is focused, purposeful and engaging, the low windscreen and additional aero-screens effectively transport you back to this golden era of motor racing. Climbing in creates a sense of racing heritage and purposeful features; neatly clustered instruments sit behind an attractive wooden steering wheel. The authentic green leather seats sit neatly in the cockpit, revealing just a few painted frame tubes, a reminder of the C-Type’s racing heritage. Under the bonnet, the engine features prominently with its Weber carburettors, a handmade aluminium airbox, polished cam covers and tubular exhaust manifolds. Finished in a correct shade of Jaguar racing green, this is a highly accurate replica of the original 1953 winner, finished to an exceptional standard and with only a handful of shakedown miles since completion. The C-Type is supplied with invoices totalling over £40,000 for its build, with much work in period by specialist Legends Racing of Cheltenham (is in addition to the initial cost of the base Proteus chassis/body and donor engine, transmission and drivetrain). The car has been serviced in September 2022 to ensure proper operation and driveability, and fitted with a new starter motor, fuel pumps and lines, attention to the suspension, carburation and running, and new Blockley tyres on each corner. A masterpiece of automotive design and racing excellence, the Jaguar C-Type is a car only a few in the world can truly aspire to. This highly authentic replica offers the enthusiast to live the 1950s Le Mans dream in what is effectively a barely run-in example of the marque. This super C-Type will be supplied with UK V5C, new MOT certificate and file of invoices detailing its older build and recent expenditure.
Lot 27
1973 JAGUAR E-TYPE SERIES III ROADSTER Registration Number: CMS 781 Chassis Number: 1S1868 Recorded Mileage: 34,726 miles - One family owner, under 35,000 miles from new - Desirable manual gearbox - Complete with rare factory hard top Whilst the concept of the Jaguar E Type was without doubt one of the finest pieces of automotive design ever to be put into general production, one of the problems with its continued development was the inevitable weight gain. Throughout the 1960s ever more stringent safety legislation emanated from the USA and, as this market was a major breadwinner for Jaguar, it was perhaps unavoidable that the purity of the original design would be compromised to compete within it. Emissions legislation had forced the adoption of twin Stromberg carburettors on trans-Atlantic bound cars resulting in a reduction in power to 177bhp instead of the quoted 265bhp for European examples breathing through triple Webers. However, the balance was to be redressed with the introduction of the Series 3 model powered by Jaguar’s new 5.3-litre, overhead camshaft V12 developing 272bhp. This resulted in a top speed in excess of 140mph with 0-100mph taking just 16 seconds, the fastest ever acceleration figures for the model. Revisions to the running gear included anti-dive geometry on the front suspension and ventilated disc brakes. Power steering was standard and flared wheel arches were incorporated to allow fitment of wider rubber to maintain grip. A deeper radiator aperture with chrome grille completed the restyle. With manual or automatic transmission options the Series 3 ensured the immortal E Type would survive into the new decade of the 1970s. The very original example you see here is not only a rare surviving RHD Series 3 E-Type Roadster (fitted with the more desirable manual gearbox) but also one with an interesting history. The one and only family took delivery of this later Series III Roadster just in time for the summer of 1973, ordered from new in a very period 1970s colour scheme of Fern Grey with a tan leather interior. The E-Type was used regularly until 2008, at which it was carefully dry-stored until being recently recommissioned by Jaguar specialists Twyford Moors of Hampshire. The recommissioning works included a service, the clutch bled and adjusted, draining and flushing of the fuel and cooling systems, a new fuel pump, carburetors rebuilt, also attention to the brakes and exhaust system. The Jaguar has been well preserved yet showing a lovely patina often lacking on newly restored examples. Still registered on its cherished plate CMS 781, and with an MoT to July 2023, it is really welcoming to see such a nice genuine example of what is rapidly becoming one of the more popular of the E-Type variants, and in our case a car with such an interesting history. The E-Type is complete with original book pack and wallet, older logbook and current V5C, older MoT certificates, also bills for previous maintenance and repairs over the years.
Lot 3
1946 STANDARD FLYING EIGHT SALOON Chassis Number: NA2121DL Registration Number: KPC 288 Recorded Mileage: 3,690 miles - Rare early post-war example - Nicely restored in current ownership The smallest member of the Standard Flying family, the Flying Eight was launched just prior to the 1938 Motor Show at Earls Court in October of that year. It was a brand new design, marking Standard's first entry into the tax-busting 8 hp market. The frame was all new, with box section longitudinals, and independent front suspension (ifs) by a transverse leaf spring. The 1,021cc engine put out a heady 31bhp through a 3 speed gearbox and stopped with Bendix mechanical brakes operated by cables. Two versions were available from the launch of the model: A two-door all-steel saloon, and a 2/4-seat open tourer, with a drophead coupe from 1939. The 8 hp model, now without the Flying name, was rapidly re-introduced after the Second World War with the first models appearing within ten days of VE day. The only major update from the pre-war model involved the fitting of a 4-speed gearbox. The car was pitched by Standard against the Austin 8 and Morris Eight rivals, and was priced at £314. The 8 was phased out when the new Triumph Mayflower was launched in 1949. A slow seller, it was soon replaced by the new Standard Eight in 1953. This very early post-war model was first registered in January 1946 in the London area, later finding its way down to South West England and the ownership of a classic car collector near Frome. In current ownership the Standard has been restored to a very good standard, The black coachwork retains a lovely shine, and the retrimmed interior in tobacco leather presents extremely nicely with little signs of any wear. Dry stored since the passing of the former owner, the Standard will no doubt benefit from some light recommissioning before being used on the road once more. This charming little motor car is offered with its original buff log book and several period instruction books and data sheets.
Lot 30A
1962 LANCIA FLAMINIA SPORT 3C 2.5-LITRE COUPÉRegistration Number: 463 UXVChassis Number: 824.13.3144Recorded Mileage: c.46,400 kilometres- In current ownership for over 16 years- Desirable triple-carburettor model- One of 174 Sport 3C 2.5-litre Zagatos madeLaunched at the 1956 Turin Motor Show to replace the ground-breaking Aurelia model, Lancia's top-of-the-range Flaminia retained its predecessor's basic layout, with the exception that the 'sliding pillar' independent front suspension was replaced by a more modern double wishbone arrangement. The new model did however carry over the Aurelia’s 2,458cc V6 engine and De Dion rear transaxle with inboard brakes. Once the basic platform of the car was signed off, Lancia went to the top Italian stylists to prepare variations on the Flaminia theme to suit different markets.Zagato, a very well established and highly respected design house, quickly took advantage of the post-war boom in GT racing, providing both factory and privateer teams with cars which could be driven to the track on Friday, raced over the weekend, and driven home on Monday. For the Flaminia, Zagato turned to its star stylist of the time, Mr. Ercole Spada. Known for his fluid and aerodynamic lines, Spada has an impressive CV to his name; from the Kamm-tailed Alfa-Romeo TZ, and both Giulietta and 2600 SZ models, through to the legendary Aston-Martin DB4GT Zagato, not to mention his work for Lancia on other chassis of the time. The Zagato-bodied Sport and Super Sport models shared their shortened wheelbases with Touring’s GT coupés and convertibles. The earlier Series 1 cars are recognisable by their faired-in lights and a 119bhp single-carburetor engine. From 1960 the lights were exposed but the model was unchanged mechanically, until the introduction of the new 140bhp Sport 3C featuring triple-Webers. Zagato made 174 such examples through to 1963, and a further 70 with the later 2.8-litre 146bhp engine, although it has been said to boost sales many earlier cars were upgraded with later 3C V6s when new. The faired-in lamps made a return on the Super Sport (1964-’67, 150 produced) with a Kamm tail, and now 150bhp. The striking Zagato-bodied Lancia Flaminias featured the Milanese styling house's renowned 'double bubble' body form. Convex roof bulges above each front seat help lower the roof line and improve the aerodynamics whilst allowing enough headroom for the occupants. This example of the last word in old-style Lancia design is one of 174 Zagato Sport 3C 2.5-litre models built during 1962/1963. Chassis ‘3144’ has been in current ownership since 2006, at which point it was purchased after seeing the car advertised in Belgium, a market known for its love of classic Lancias. Our vendor, a devoted classic car enthusiast, has driven the Lancia lightly over the last 15 years, and dry-stored it when not in use. In the last few years the Lancia went to a respected restorer in the north of England, was returned to bare-metal and refinished in its original shade of Avorio Chantilly. The Flaminia has also benefited from rechroming of its brightwork and also additional soft trim work. The Lancia looks beautiful in this stylish period colour, contrasted by attractive red leather seating. The paint finish presents well, the period-correct rubber mats protect the grey carpeting nicely from dust and dirt, the chrome is in very good order and the engine bay clean, neat and tidy.Although sometimes overlooked and frequently under-appreciated, in our opinion the rarely seen Lancia Flaminia Sport Zagato is one of the finest and most beautiful grand touring cars of the early 1960s. Showing just over 46,000 kilometers recorded, the Flaminia is supplied on a UK V5C document, with the previous bill of sale from 2005, and receipts for works completed over the years.Exceptionally rare and desirable, this is a great opportunity for the discerning collector, to acquire one of the true greats in Italian automotive design.
Lot 31
1976 JAGUAR XJ-S COUPE Registration Number: MPN 480P Chassis Number: 2W1365BW Recorded Mileage: 68,800 miles - Early chassis from March 1976 - Recent extensive bodywork restoration Introduced by Jaguar on September 10, 1975, at the Frankfurt Motor Show and put into production the following year, the XJ-S carried on the legacy of the E-Type with its V12 engine. The new coupé was produced in three series until 1996, the last of which lost the hyphen in its name and became simply the XJS. From the E-Type, it inherited the 5.3-litre 12-cylinder engine but fitted with a new innovative Bosch D-Jetronic electronic injection system, developed by Jaguar’s own engineers. The bodywork, elegant and rich in heritage compared to Jaguars of the recent past, is based on a platform derived from that of the company's flagship XJ, making the XJ-S more suited to long, fast journeys than to purely sporting driving. Performance, on the other hand, is excellent, with a 0-100 km/h sprint in less than seven seconds and a top speed of 245 km/h - a remarkable figure for a kerb weight of 1,675kg. The XJS has come of age. The E-type was always going to be a hard act to follow, but the replacement coupe launched in September 1975 retained the mighty 5343cc V12, endowing this grand tourer with silken thrust. It rode on typically Jaguar independent suspension: double wishbones up front, and the William Heynes-designed independent rear suspension that ingeniously uses the driveshaft as the upper suspension link, saving space. Comfort and pace were unrivalled. At first, buyers had the option of a manual four-speed gearbox or a three-speed automatic, but all XJSs were automatic from 1978. There were soon engine upgrades to more efficient HE spec and eventually 6 litres, and the choice of a 3.6 and later 4.0-litre straight sixes. In 1991 the XJS was facelifted with revised rear styling and new front and rear lights. Replaced by the XK8 in 1996, it was in production for longer than the E-type and sold in greater numbers. Time has been kind to the XJS's looks, and now prices are rising as its popularity increases. As many have rotted away, good ones are increasingly harder to find. This very early XJ-S, chassis 376, was first registered in March of 1976, finished in Old English White with a contrasting red leather interior. Unusually the XJ-S was specified without standard factory air-conditioning, and as with other early cars, lacks fitted foglights in the rear bumpers. The XJ-S has been in the ownership of just two enthusiasts since 1996, the current one since 2014. Upon acquiring the Jaguar to add to his classic car collection, our vendor quickly realised the car required more work than he initially anticipated. The car was stripped and repaired as and where required, all glass removed and then the body completely refinished to its original colour. The glass was then refitted with new rubbers all round. The interior is believed to be the original, and is in well preserved condition, with the exception of the headlining which has been replaced with a new item. An estimated 1,000 hours have been put into the project to date. Having been serviced with new filters and spark plugs, the Jaguar’s engine is said to run well, and the transmission/drivetrain operate smoothly. The vendor advises that one or two electrical items need attending to, these being the horn, fuel gauge and oil pressure switch. However the oil pressure has been checked with a manual gauge and reads around 40psi. The front suspension bushes have also dried through storage and are a little squeaky, another minor item to attend to. Early Jaguar XJ-S models are a rare commodity indeed; this desirable model from the first year of production, as driven in period by Simon Templar’s character in The Saint, and with all the hard work completed, is ready to be taken to the next level by its future owner. The XJ-S is offered complete with original books, manuals, receipts for work over the years, and a UK V5C document.
Lot 35
1974 VOLKSWAGEN TYPE 2 DOUBLE-CAB PICKUP Registration Number: VMR 491M Chassis Number: 2642-126-905 Recorded Mileage: 43,000 miles - Rare Twin-Cab version of the venerable Type 2 - Recently purchased and restored at a cost exceeding £40,000 Volkswagen’s Type 2, known officially (depending on body type) as the Transporter, Kombi or Microbus, or, informally, as the Bus (US), Camper (UK) or Bulli (Germany), was introduced in 1950 as its second car model following the eponymous Type 1 Beetle. The Volkswagen Type 2 Transporter van’s forward control layout endowed it with huge versatility, allowing it to be configured in a bewildering number of variants, from simple panel van through to the relatively luxurious Samba Deluxe camper. All models shared common mechanical underpinnings, with a Beetle-derived flat-four air-cooled engine, later adopting the Volkswagen/Porsche developed two-litre unit. By the time production ended almost 1.5 million Transporters were on the roads, with a high survival rate due to a fanatical following and very good spares availability. The Type 2 remained in production in Brazil until increasingly stringent regulations finally killed it off in 2013. This beautiful example, fitted with the later 2-litre Type 4 engine as fitted to the Porsche 914 model, was imported from South Africa in the last few years. The Pickup was subjected to a 12-month comprehensive restoration in current ownership, which was completed around the start of 2021. Much of the fabrication and restoration work was entrusted to respected specialist Beetlelink of Surrey, supported by bills for c. £18,000. Our owner, an experienced classic car restorer himself, tackled the remaining mechanical rebuild and reassembly. The schedule of restoration work in the history file runs into 150 or more rows of various parts acquired or services provided, with numerous items being purchased from specialists such as from Just Kampers and Volkswagen Heritage. New sills, wheel arches, cabin and cargo floors were let in, and both new drop-sides and tailgate fitted. The engine and gearbox were rebuilt and reinstalled, the Pickup then being fitted up with numerous replacement mechanical, electrical and trim components. Upgrades have included the fitting of two twin choke Weber carburettors, and also power steering. The cost of all of this effort was in excess of £40,000, as detailed in the truck’s history file. This fabulous VW is finished in an attractive shade of light blue, with a tan canvas tilt and Porsche 17” Design 90 wheels, painted in Satin Black. One of the best Double-Cabs in the country, the Pickup is supplied with a history file and UK V5C.
Lot 7
1982 FERRARI MONDIAL COUPE Registration Number: TBA Chassis Number: ZFFLD14B000044063 Recorded Mileage: 39,000 miles - Three private owners from new, the last since 1988 - Supplied with all books and tools - Recently recommissioned with all fluids and belts The Mondial saw Ferrari return to Pininfarina as its choice of styling house, and it was sold as a mid-sized Coupé and, eventually, a Cabriolet. Conceived as a ‘more usable’ model, offering the practicality of four seats with the performance of a mid-range Ferrari, it was aimed at attracting a slightly wider audience than their traditionally more focused two-seaters. The car’s body was not built as a monocoque in the same way as a conventional car but instead, the steel outer body was produced by the famous Italian coachbuilder Carrozzeria Scaglietti, just down the road in nearby Modena and clothed a lightweight steel box-section space frame. The Mondial Quattrovalvole, or QV, of 1982 boosted power to 240bhp, using a combustion chamber design based on that of Ferrari’s Formula One cars. According to CAR Magazine in 1983: "The Quattrovalvole engine is a turning point in the Mondial's fortunes…now it has the urge to please a wider area of buyers, coupled with the refinement of suspension, ride quality noise suppression and drivetrain smoothness that makes it uncompromisingly modern.” Only 152 Quattrovalvoles were exported in right-hand-drive for the UK, making them a relatively rare sight on roads today. Originally purchased from Maranello Concessionaires in December of 1982, attractively finished in Blu Chiaro with a Crema leather interior, this early 4-valve model has clearly been well loved by its three private owners from new. The last owner purchased the Ferrari in 1988 and enjoyed the car for 12 years before storing carefully when moving abroad in 2000. In 2021 the Ferrari was removed from storage and thoroughly recommissioned for use once more. The engine was removed, and all belts, seals and rubber hoses replaced. Various items were soda blasted and where suitable crackle-coated as per original, the fuel injection system was also stripped and rebuilt. Bills are available to support this work, in addition to many receipts for previous maintenance over the Mondial’s life. Showing just under 39,000 miles from new, this highly original car bears the signs of a well-cared for cherished example. The Mondial is fitted with period-correct TRX tyres on each corner, and its original Pioneer radio/cassette player. The coachwork is in very clean condition, whilst the interior shows a light patina commensurate with its age. Supplied with a thick file of invoices, stamped service book and original manuals, this is a very genuine example of an affordable yet attractive classic Ferrari.
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1963 TRIUMPH TR4 Registration Number: 848 VDH Chassis Number: TBA Recorded Mileage: c.17,000 miles - UK delivered from new - Matching numbers example - Recent £30,000 restoration to fast-road specification The Triumph TR4 was introduced in 1961 to follow its very successful predecessors, the TR2 and TR3. Code named ‘Zest’ during development the body was given a more modern and updated appearance by Michelotti but its drivetrain and chassis remained the same using the well proven 4 cylinder pushrod unit, however its capacity was increased from 1991cc to 2138cc. Handling was improved by a three inch wider track and steering was also updated to the more modern and precise rack and pinion system. Internally the car gained wind up windows and the new angular rear end allowed for a boot with a very reasonable luggage capacity for a sports car. Another innovation was the option of an alloy hard top with a removable roof panel that was five years ahead of Porsche’s famous 911 Targa. 40,235 cars were built between 1961 and 1965 and over the years this car has become one of Triumph’s most popular sports cars This beautiful and rare matching numbers example was delivered to its first UK owner in April 1963. In recent years the TR4 has enjoyed a comprehensive restoration to fast-road specification, which was completed around three years ago. During the restoration the TR4 was fitted with a number of upgrades, which include uprated braking, a fast road engine and other minor modifications such as rally lamps (currently not fitted). The interior is nicely appointed with more comfortable modern leather sports seats (the originals are available if required), walnut dash and a grippy Moto Lita steering wheel. Since completion the TR4 has been driven seldomly, as such the owner has decided to pass on to a new enthusiast who will enjoy the car more than he is currently able to. The overall impression of this car is very positive; the coachwork is in excellent order, the interior tidy and inviting, and the engine bay well detailed. Supplied with a detailed file of recipes and photographs outlining the restoration and upgrades, a warranty for the rebuilt engine, the desirable Surrey Top, and still on its original registration number, 848 VDH, this TR4 is an attractive proposition for the keen driver seeking a fast yet useable 1960’s sports car.
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A Rare Austin 1940's Junior Pathfinder Special Pedal Car, with red livery, leather bonnet straps and pneumatic tyres, 160cm longWe understand or believe the side exhaust is a later embellishment the chrome work is rusted paintwork generally good and in unrestored condition see further images attached
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