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Lot 784
20th Century: Collection of cigarette cards including British Regiments, Sports, Nature etc.A large collection including complete sets of John Player`s Film Stars (2nd and 3rd Series), International Air Liners, Sea Fishes, Civil Aeroplanes, Garden Hints, Air Raid Precautions, Ship`s Badges etc. Also a large number of incomplete sets.
Lot 578
FinlandMiniature bar of a lifesaver with 3 decorations.1.) Life saving medal, in swedish; 2.) Sports badge, 1. model (1945-1983), medal in silver; 3.) Swedish-Finnish Sports association, honor cross.The life saving medal is issued with finnish and swedish reverse inscription. As there are far less swedish speaking people in Finnland than finnish speaking ones, this type is far more rare than the already rare finnish type.Condition: I-II
Lot 831
Olympic GamesEstade of the canoe sports women, olympia 2nd place and world championship winner Ingrid Hartmann.1.) Diploma, colored, 3rd in the double canoe world championship 1958 in Prag, OU; 2.) document of the national olympic comitee of Germany for the silver olympia winner pin, 1960, OU Karl Ritter von Halt; 3.) document for the silver laurel leaf for exceptionel sports merits at the olympic games 1960, OU Heinrich Lübke; 4.) document roll, imprinted with naming; 5.) two books about the olympic games 1960 in rome, as well as additional further research.After several medals and victories at the Herford canoe-club, Ingrid Hartmann took part at the olympic games in 1960 in Rome. The canoe competition took place at the lake Albano, where the first time buoy-chains separated the candidates, and even today they are used after that: albano-system. Therese Zenz became 2nd in the single canoe competition on 15pm on 29. August, one and a half hours later, she won a silver medal again with Ingrid Hartmann the double-canoe in 1,5916 minutes. Germany was on rank 4 of the medals-winning with in total 42 medals, 19 of these where silver ones. Rare and interesting estade of a successfull olympia winner.Condition: II
Lot 1026
Photo AlbumPhotoalbum of an Artillery soldier.Binding with colored steel helmet device attached, 238 photographs (77 military), 3 missing photos, different formats, motive: SA-Motorsportsrally, rollcall, automobiles, vehicles and many planes, flakgun, military funeral, sports association parade, private shots.Condition: II
Lot 1016
Toolkit, Suitable for a Vintage Bentley Driver`s Toolkit for the W.O.Bentley sports cars of the 1920s and early 1930s periods, comprising Tecalemit Grease Guns, Perfect Pattern Screwdrivers, special BSA set spanners, Pliers, Adjustable Spanners, and other components. All in very good and original condition, workable order; as fitted with Bentley Three Litre, Four And A Half Litre, Speed Six, Six And A Half Litre, and Eight Litre Cricklewood factory Bentley cars. Click Here to view this item on www.i-bidder.com
Lot 1019
Large Bentley `Winged B` Mascot A striking nickel-plated horizontal Winged-B mascot, produced before the war by the Lejeune accessory company, stamped with the Joseph Fray markings & suitable for the W.O.Bentley four and a half litre, six and a half litre, speed six, and eight litre sports cars of the c1927 to 1931 period; A superb example offered in very good condition. Approximate 22cm wingspan. Click Here to view this item on www.i-bidder.com
Lot 1026
Time & Two Seats Now extremely difficult to find, this is the race-by-race illustrated history of the World Sports Car, Grand Touring, and Manufacturers Championships. A massive two-part tome essential to enthusiasts for this area of motor racing, with both volumes in their own slip case. A very good example. Click Here to view this item on www.i-bidder.com
Lot 23
Velocette Viper Bike Make: Velocette Bike Model: Viper Bike Reg No.: Un-Reg Bike Frame No.: RS17499 Bike Engine No.: VR3016 Bike Colour: Black Velocette Viper 1956-69 348cc sweet and solid single 29 bhp @7000 rpm. Not much more can be said about these well engineered motorcycles which have a strong and avid following of discerning enthusiasts who appreciate good old fashioned style and quality; performance and economy too with 88mph and 58 mpg attainable, on a good day. The Viper, in it`s usual lustrous black, gold and chrome finish like the majority of Velos, is the sports version of the 350 options produced at Hall Green. A cooking 350 MAC roadster with quite a bit more spicy performance, an example of `same recipe, a bit more bite in a more attractive package` if you like, and easy to convert to Venom 500cc specification if more poke is required. Hard to find now, some came with the then fashionable glassfibre engine enclosures, making cleaning easier but cooling less so, and consequently discarded. The Velo is a machine for the individualist, but not so mechanically quirky and difficult as folk lore might suggest, if well set up and scrupulously maintained they are a delight to own but certain idiosyncrasies must be allowed for. Velocette owners are extremely well catered for by the Velo Owners Club Spares Scheme, numerous marque specialists and suppliers so spare parts are rarely a problem, if costly. The Viper in today`s sale is listed as an earlier restoration with many new parts fitted, details are sketchy at time of writing but the description of `all good` and `runs well` would seem to be correct. The bike is not registered and the frame is RS 17499 with engine no. VR 3016. Velocettes of all description are much sought after in today`s market, but still represent good value and are a sound investment for the collector or alternatively an interesting prospect for the active rider. Click Here to view this item on www.i-bidder.com
Lot 29
1955 Triumph Tiger Cub Bike Year: 1955 Bike Make: Triumph Bike Model: Tiger Cub Bike Reg No.: 785 UXC Bike Frame No.: T11226 Bike Engine No.: T20T11226 Bike Colour: Blue / Black When "The Motor Cycle" published a test of a 1957 Tiger Cub in April 1957 they described the machine as being "A lively overhead valve lightweight with remarkable all-round performance :outstanding economy and powerful brakes", comments that would no doubt be echoed today by the little Triumphs many enthusiastic owners and collectors. Triumph traditionally introduced the touring version of a new model first, following it with a sporting variant, a pattern that they adhered to with the introduction of the Tiger Cub in 1954. Clearly based on the Terrier that had been introduced in 1952, the Cub adopted a new capacity of 199cc which required a new top end, cylinder, crankshaft and conrod but retained the plunger frame of the Terrier. The next few years saw the two models coexist but for 1957 season the Terrier was dropped, the standard Tiger Cub being joined by a competition version both being equipped with swinging arm frames. Over the coming decade the Cub family would expand to include dedicated trails and scrambles models, road going sports models with all the glamour of a scaled down Bonnie and trail versions for the States as well as military variants and would form the basis for BSA`s new 250cc single, the C15 and its subsequent developments. This lovely, matching numbers example was completely restored during 2002 and is described by the vendor as running perfectly. Click Here to view this item on www.i-bidder.com
Lot 46
1970 BSA A65 Firebird Bike Year: 1970 Bike Make: BSA Bike Model: A65 Firebird Bike Reg No.: Un-Reg Bike Frame No.: EC22387A65F Bike Engine No.: EC22387A65F Bike Colour: Red / Black During January 1962 BSA announced a new range of parallel twins to replace the ageing A7 and A10 machines. The new models, typed A50 and A65 for the 499cc and 654cc models respectively, featured a unit construction engine and gearbox with particularly clean lines. BSA had paid particular attention to the cylinder head design resulting in healthy power outputs despite comparatively low compression ratios, enabling the use of lower octane fuels and leaving scope for tuning in the future. A duplex cradle frame which drew on the companies experience with the pre unit machines in its design but featured a reduced wheelbase. Styling of the early machines reflected the house style established by the unit construction C series models that had been introduced for the 1959 season. Named the Royal Star for the A50 and Star for the A65 they were well received by the press and public alike, offering good handling and performance with a high level of comfort. 1964 marked the introduction of a higher performance variant, known as the Rocket, which when tested by the "Motor Cycle" achieved a top speed of 108mph. New high lift cams and an increase in the compression ratio to 9:1 accounted for the increase in power output which necessitated a revised, heavy duty clutch. The Rocket was marketed in the States as the Thunderbolt Rocket and was fitted with US style high bars and a small tank. It was complimented by three other models, the A65L/R Lightning Rocket which was fitted with twin carburettors with abbreviated side panels and two off road models in the form of the A50 Cyclone and A65 Spitfire Hornet. For 1965 the US range continued much as the previous year, although the Thunderbolt Rocket was dropped from the range as most buyers had opted for the A65L/R and the Cyclone and Hornet models were joined by "Clubman`s" versions equipped with rear-sets, close ratio gears and dropped bars. The range continued in much the same form for 1966 and 1967, with the Lightning and Thunderbolt, essentially the Rocket and Star with new names providing the basis of the range in the UK, and the Hornet and Wasp (which had replaced the Cyclone) supporting the road models in the States. They were joined by a new "super sports variant", the Spitfire. For the 1968 season the range was simplified. The Hornet was replaced by the Firebird and the Wasp was dropped. The Firebird reflected the change in American tastes, lightweight two strokes were starting to dominate the US off road market, displacing the British "desert sleds" that had previously held sway resulting in the off road orientated British twins becoming more biased towards road use whilst retaining some off road features. The new machine was essentially a Lightning fitted with a high level twin exhaust system and a smaller diameter front light. The Firebird quickly established itself in the market and became a feature in the range until BSA`s demise in 1971. The example of the Firebird offered dates from the models penultimate year of production. Described as being in as new condition throughout, it has benefitted from all new engine internals, new carburettors and electronic ignition. The numbers match and are correct for a Firebird dating from the 1969/70 season. It is offered without documents and the purchaser should note that the engine will require "running in". Click Here to view this item on www.i-bidder.com
Lot 47
1928 BSA M28 Bike Year: 1928 Bike Make: BSA Bike Model: M28 Bike Reg No.: Un-Reg Bike Frame No.: 47699 Bike Engine No.: M14624W Bike Colour: Black / Green Although lacking some of the glamour of the big vee twins and later over head valve sports models the 493cc side valve single, rated at three-and-a-half horsepower and its larger brother, the 555cc four-and-a-half horsepower version, formed the mainstay of BSA`s range during the twenties being equally adept as a solo machine or hitched to a sidecar. They were backed up by an extensive dealer and service network the effectiveness of which was highlighted in 1925 when BSA challenged the ACU to obtain the parts necessary to build-up one of its new 2.5hp models from its dealer network with no complete assemblies being purchased. With the parts duly purchased a machine was assembled and ridden for 100 miles, unimpressed by this, due, the ACU said, to the machine being a contemporary model, the ACU were requested to repeat the process by BSA, obtaining the components for a 1914 557cc single with the same result after three days and five hours assembling the machine! This example of the 1928 M28 500cc single was the subject of a full restoration carried out during 2011 which has seen it returned to a beautiful condition. It is offered complete with a full acetylene lighting set. Click Here to view this item on www.i-bidder.com
Lot 90
1961 Matchless G12 CSR Bike Year: 1961 Bike Make: Matchless Bike Model: G12 CSR Bike Reg No.: 934 XUL Bike Frame No.: A81402 Bike Engine No.: 61/G12CSRX7386 Bike Colour: Black AMC introduced their response to the Speed twin in 1949 when they unveiled the Matchless G9 and AJS model 20 twins. The two new machines were notable in that they utilised a pivoted fork frame from the outset and were finished to the usual exceptional AMC standards. By 1956 it was apparent that a larger displacement model was needed to compete against the 650cc twins offered by Triumph and BSA, particularly in the States. The result was the announcement of the G11 and Model 30 twins displacing 593cc. These were joined by a pair of sports models in 1957 coded the CS and CSR, the former being a "scrambler" aimed at the American West Coast and the latter a super sports roadster. As the fifties drew to a close AMC recognised the requirement for a full 650cc to be able to compete on equal terms with their major rivals prompting the introduction of the Model 31 and G12 twins displacing 646cc in 1958. Like their predecessors, the G11/ Model 30, the new models were offered in four versions, the CS and CSR sportsters and the more touring orientated standard and de luxe models, which differed only in the finish and the use of an alternator on the standard machine. The range continued in this form until 1961 when the CS variant was dropped with further rationalisation taking place for the 1962 season when the de luxe version left the catalogue and the CSR adopted the road frame instead of the scrambles chassis. This example of the Matchless G12 CSR variant is offered in good condition with black paintwork and has formed part of a significant private collection in recent years. Click Here to view this item on www.i-bidder.com
Lot 4010
1965 Morris Mini Cooper S Car Year: 1965 Car Manufacturer: Morris Car Model: Mini Cooper S Car Reg No.: DFW203C Car Chassis No.: KA254732848 Car Colour: Red We can all recite Michael Caine`s immortal line `you were only supposed to blow the bloody doors off` and maybe a few more besides, but Pino Lombardi`s obsession with everybody`s favourite car film, The Italian Job, caused him to go many miles further and create this near perfect evocation of the movie`s Red Cooper S. We are indebted to him for the following facts: "The car started life as a 1965 Morris Mini-Cooper S, registration `DFW 203C`. It was totally stripped, the shell professionally restored by William Holliday of the MGOC and sprayed by MC Body Centre, Cambridge. The 1380cc engine and gearbox were specially-built by MED of Leicester. However, the original units subsequently surfaced and are available by separate negotiation. The car sports three 1960 Cibie Oscar auxiliary lamps and two correct Cibie headlamps - all five are period originals and have guards / straps as per the film cars. The Minilite wheels are shod with Dunlop tyres of the same tread pattern as the film ones. The boot badge (Austin rather than Morris), lamp bar, number plates, original John Aley roll over bar and original Tech Del sump guard are exactly as they should be, while the bonnet straps, tax disc (complete with Hackney post office stamp!), AA sticker, original 1960s Everoak helmets and overalls have also been replicated as closely as possible. In the boot are two wire baskets of the correct size `gold` bars that came from the set of the James Bond film `GoldenEye`. Detailed assistance with the replica was provided by David Salamone who sourced and drove the Red Cooper S in the film. Both he and Reme Julienne, who with his team performed all the stunts for the movie, have driven the replica and their signatures can be found on the headlining and sun visor. A once in a lifetime opportunity for Italian Job fans everywhere!" Click Here to view this item on www.i-bidder.com
Lot 4020
1951 Jaguar MK V 3.5 Litre Saloon Car Year: 1951 Car Manufacturer: Jaguar Car Model: MK V 3.5 Litre Saloon Car Reg No.: LXW 957 Car Chassis No.: 625749 Car Colour: Black Jaguar`s post-WW2 offering remained largely unchanged until the 1948 Motor Show which, though forever associated with the launch of the sensational XK120 Sports Car, also saw the unveiling of the MKV range of Saloons and Drophead Coupes. Though clearly evolved from the MKIVs, the MKVs were based on an all-new, cruciform-braced box-section chassis. They also featured the independent front suspension set-up that William Heynes` had begun evolving in the 1930s, which comprised double wishbones and torsion bar springing. Braking was now hydraulically operated. Unlike the XK120 that featured the all new DOHC XK engine, power for MKV models was supplied by the OHV six-cylinder 2.5 and 3.5-litre units from the MKIV, the output of which was 104 and 126bhp respectively. The new all-steel body had a much more contemporary appearance, courtesy of its squatter radiator grille, more heavily raked windscreen, faired in headlights, 16- (as opposed to 18-inch) wheels, deeper bumpers, rear wheel spats etc. A 3.5-litre example tested by The Motor in 1949 recorded 20.4 seconds for the dash to 60mph and a top speed of 90mph. 7,814 examples of the 3.5-litre-engined Saloon are understood to have been manufactured before the entire MKV range gave way to the incoming MKVII one in 1951. The right-hand drive Jaguar MKV offered is a 1951 Saloon powered by the larger 3.5-litre engine. It features Black coachwork and Brown leather upholstery and has apparently been the subject of a bare metal restoration by Bart Holland. Due to its forming part of a private collection for many years, the Jaguar has covered just 580 miles since the work was completed back in 1989. The vendor now views the bodywork, paintwork and engine as "excellent", the interior trim as "very good" and informs us that `LXW 957` "drives superbly". Extensively recommissioned for road use following its emergence from the collection, this striking MKV comes with an MOT into August. Click Here to view this item on www.i-bidder.com
Lot 4023
2000 Porsche Boxter S Car Year: 2000 Car Manufacturer: Porsche Car Model: Boxter S Car Reg No.: W823VLC Car Chassis No.: WP0ZZZ98ZYS644206 Car Colour: Red The chic two-seater Boxster was unveiled in late 1996 and was the first road-going Porsche since the 550 Spyder to be designed from scratch as a Roadster. It was penned by Dutch designer Harm Lagaay, who was also primarily responsible for the 968, 993, Cayenne, 996 and Carrera GT. The Boxster sobriquet was a contraction of `boxer-engined roadster` - the newcomer being a convertible with water-cooled flat-six engine mounted amid-ships. At launch it was 2.5-litres in capacity, but the standard offering was increased to 2.7-litres in 2000, coincident with the introduction of the higher performance 3.2-litre `S`. The M96 engine directly related to that in the 996, but the newcomer also shared that car`s bonnet, front wings and headlights. Suspension was independent all round by MacPherson struts and coil springs, braking by power-assisted ventilated discs and steering by rack and pinion. The 3.2-litre `S` featured bigger wheels, upgraded braking and suspension systems and notably more performance - with 252bhp on tap and a drag coefficient of just 0.29, it could sprint to 60mph in six seconds and on to a top speed of 160mph plus. Just under 47,000 3.2-litre Boxster Ss were built between 1996 and 2002. The right-hand drive Tiptronic transmission Boxster 3.2S on offer was manufactured in 2000 and sports Red bodywork matched to a Black leather interior. To date it has had two lady keepers, neither of whom have used the Porsche in rain or the winter months, and who have covered only 20,750 miles between them. When not being driven, it has resided in a heated motorhouse. The vendor considers the bodywork, paintwork, trim, engine and transmission to all be in "excellent /A1" order and is now selling `W823 VLC` complete with full Porsche service history, factory hard top and stand, and an MOT valid to the end of June. Click Here to view this item on www.i-bidder.com
Lot 4024
1926 Arab Super Sports Low Chassis Tourer Car Year: 1926 Car Manufacturer: Arab Car Model: Super Sports Low Chassis Tourer Car Reg No.: PK 7930 Car Chassis No.: ARAB5 Car Colour: Grey The naturally talented British design engineer Reid Railton was born in 1895, the son of a Manchester stockbroker. He joined Leyland Motors in 1917, where he worked with J.G Parry-Thomas on the luxury Leyland Eight. In 1922 he left Leyland to establish the Arab Motor Company in Letchworth, Hertfordshire. Two members of the Spurrier family, Leyland`s founders, were directors of Arab Motors. The Arab`s 2.0-litre overhead-camshaft four-cylinder engine was a further link with Leyland, for its valves were closed by leaf springs, just like those of the Parry-Thomas-designed Eight unit. However, the Arab set-up was a considerable improvement over the Leyland one, using two cams per cylinder to the Eight`s one which, together with offset rockers enabled valve overlap and therefore greater power. Railton`s innovative engine was proven in various racing prototypes prior to the formation of Arab Motors. The production Low Chassis Super Sports was introduced in 1926, priced at ú550 and guaranteed by the factory to achieve a top speed of 90mph. The two-seater High Chassis model could be purchased for ú525 and had a terminal velocity of nearer 80mph. After the death of his friend Parry-Thomas in 1927 (killed driving the `Babs` Land Speed Record car at Pendine Sands), Railton closed the Arab factory and went to work for Thomson & Taylor at Brooklands - Parry-Thomas had been Major Ken Thomson`s partner in Thomson Inventions Development Co Ltd, which became Thomson & Taylor after his death. Railton took over as the company`s technical director with responsibility for John Cobb`s Napier-Railton that took the Brooklands Outer Circuit record in 1933, as well as Sir Malcolm Campbell`s Bluebird Land Speed Record cars of 1931 to 1935. While at Thomson & Taylor he also designed the chassis of the ERA and, after the war, was responsible for the Railton Mobil Special with which John Cobb set a new Land Speed record of 394.7mph in 1947. The car being offered is the first Arab Low Chassis model which was assembled at Thomson & Taylor`s Brooklands premises following the closure of Arab`s Letchworth factory. It was originally fitted with engine number EA12, but in 1936 acquired EA20 from one of Railton`s earlier racers. Known as the `Spurrier Railton`, the latter had been campaigned by Railton, Sir Henry Spurrier and Messrs Parker and Shorrock. Railton himself competed with it in the 75mph Short Handicap and 90mph Long Handicap events at the Brooklands Easter Meeting in 1924; the car also raced at Southport and elsewhere. The engine`s casting date of 1923 and a contemporary photograph from the late Sir Henry Spurrier`s albums apparently both confirm its origins. Between 1941 and 1974 `PK 7930` passed through various hands, including those of the Stratford-upon-Avon Museum, before being acquired by the renowned motoring historian and author, Brian Demaus. During Brian Demaus` ownership it was restored as closely as possible to its specification when first registered for the road in March 1929. Thomson & Taylor`s original coachwork was retained, while the engine was overhauled by Ron Foottit of Cleobury Garages Ltd and the gearbox refurbished using new components manufactured by Templeton Engineering of Woodmancote, Cheltenham. Since completion the Arab has participated in various vintage motoring events, competed at a VSCC meeting and attended three Brooklands Reunions, covering some 6,000 to 7,000 miles in the process. The vendor currently regards the bodywork, paintwork, interior trim, engine and gearbox of `PK 7930` as being in "very good" order and "remarkably original". The bodywork is finished in Grey and the interior in Grey leather. The Super Sports is MOT`d to the end of September 2012. Of the 6 or 7 Arabs thought to have been manufactured, only two examples are known to have survived; both Low Chassis models, of which `PK 7930` is the only original one currently complete and running. It has been the subject of numerous magazine features over the years and, in view of Reid Railton`s enormous contribution to Britain`s World Land and Water Speed record history, remains of abiding interest and importance, and rightly so. Click Here to view this item on www.i-bidder.com
Lot 4025
1973 Porsche 911 T Car Year: 1973 Car Manufacturer: Porsche Car Model: 911 T Car Reg No.: TYY 11M Car Chassis No.: 9113511253 Car Colour: Red After a lengthy gestation period, the ubiquitous Porsche 911 entered production in 1964 and, despite Porsche`s own attempts to replace the model with the 928 during the 1970s, much evolved versions remain in volume production to this day. The original iteration featured rack and pinion steering and both torsion bar suspension and disc brakes all round. It was powered by a dry-sump, air-cooled, 2-litre, flat-six engine which was overhung at the rear and allied to a five-speed manual transmission. Power output was restricted to 130bhp, though with an all-up weight of just 1,080 kg this was sufficient to provide the newcomer with a 0-60mph time of 8.5 seconds. In 1968, the wheelbase was increased by 57mm, the rear overhang reduced by the same amount and 22lb saved from the engine crankcase - changes that greatly improved the car`s handling. In 1969 the engine capacity was increased to 2.2-litres and hiked once more in 1971; this time to 2.4-litres. The corresponding outputs were as follows: 911T (130bhp), 911E (165bhp) and 911S (190bhp). The revised model also featured the new, more resilient 915 transmission with conventional H rather than dog-leg pattern gearchange. The example on offer is a right-hand drive 1973 911T Targa that sports Red bodywork teamed with a Black interior. The vendor acquired the Porsche in 2003 and informs us that it had been restored by RS Autos of West Kingsdown Kent some 15 years prior; since when it is understood to have covered just over 34,000 miles. These days he regards the bodywork, paintwork, 2.4-litre engine and five-speed gearbox as "good" but considers the interior trim to be only "fair" - there is apparently a hole in one of the seats. This venerable 911 comes complete with a large selection of invoices, tax discs and old MOTs, plus a new one valid until March 2013. Click Here to view this item on www.i-bidder.com
Lot 4033
1932 Lagonda 2 Litre Continental Car Year: 1932 Car Manufacturer: Lagonda Car Model: 2 Litre Continental Car Reg No.: YY 1778 Car Chassis No.: OH10149 Car Colour: Dark Blue An American of Scots descent, Wilbur Gunn began his automotive career building tricars in the greenhouse of his Middlesex home. He formed the Lagonda company in 1906, apparently naming it after a river near his home town - Springfield, Ohio. And, though he passed away in 1920, the business initially continued to develop well, producing a range of sports models that led directly to Lagonda`s historic victory at the 1935 Le Mans 24 Hours race. Having abandoned the premium car market back in 1913, the company did a complete volte face twelve years later with the introduction of the 14/60. Coachbuilt onto a ladder chassis, the Arthur Davidson-designed newcomer featured a freshly crafted 1954cc four-cylinder engine featuring twin, high-set camshafts and a detachable cylinder head - a first for Lagonda. Renowned for its powerful braking, the 14/60 could eventually be ordered in low or high chassis form, in Speed guise (with a tuned engine set further back in the frame), or supercharged for ultimate performance. The final iteration of the much vaunted 2-Litre was the Continental, of which just 23 examples are understood to have been made between April and July 1932. Though production was split 50/50 between Saloons and Tourers, the Lagonda Club is only aware of seven Tourers still in existence today, making them a very rare model indeed. It featured a handsome steel rather than fabric-covered, three-door, four-seater body, a distinctive slanting radiator and 18-inch centre-lock wire wheels. The engine`s output of circa 70bhp was sufficient to endow the 30cwt Lagonda with a top speed of around 80mph. The twin-cam OHV engine drove through a four-speed gearbox with right-hand gate change. Braking was by large drums on all four wheels and suspension was by semi-elliptic springs and AndrÚ Hartford friction shock absorbers all round. The price new would have been around ú725. The Continental on offer was first registered on October 25th 1932. It is arguably best known in Lagonda circles from its lengthy period in the hands of the Gostling family. It was apparently purchased by Harry in 1946, who retained it until his death, whereupon ownership passed to his brother Ian Gostling. Both men competed with the car during their tenure and the history file contains photos of Harry pressing on at both Silverstone and Brands Hatch. `YY 1787` appears to have been treated to various upgrades during the Gostlings` ownership - they are said to have included larger brake drums, a bigger capacity oil pump and the downdraught cylinder head which was installed by Wessex Workshops in 1996. The Lagonda appeared in an article entitled `Used cars of the road` that was published in the Autocar issue of June 24th 1953 - the writer noted that `the handling of the car was one of its specially good features`. The Lagonda was finally wrested from the Gostling family in July 1997, when it became the property of Gordon Colin Oliver. Subsequent owners include David Rose and Peter Zaslawsky, and it was from the latter that the vendor acquired `YY 1778` during December 2009. In his care the bonnet and wheels have been refurbished and five new tyres and inner tubes fitted. He currently describes the Dark Blue bodywork and Black leatherette interior trim as "original", the paintwork as "loveable and very well patinated", the engine as "very good", the gearbox as "good", and the electrical wiring as "new". He is now selling this rare and apparently very usable British classic complete with sizeable history file and MOT into May of this year. Click Here to view this item on www.i-bidder.com
Lot 4043
1980 MG B Roadster Car Year: 1980 Car Manufacturer: MG Car Model: B Roadster Car Reg No.: TFE212W Car Chassis No.: GVADJ1AG517966 Car Colour: Red Launched in May 1962, the B was only initially available in Roadster form - the hatchback GT derivative not being offered until 1965. Suspension was by wishbones and coil springs at the front, and a live axle mounted on leaf springs at the rear. Damping was by lever arm units all round. Braking was by discs at the front and drums at the rear. Power came from a 1798cc version of the BMC B-Series engine that produced 95bhp at 5,400rpm. The newcomer`s monocoque construction resulted in weight savings over the outgoing MGA (it turned the scales at 2,028lb), reduced manufacturing costs and notably tauter handling. The MKII model of 1967 brought an updated manual gearbox with revised ratios and synchromesh on all gears, as well as the option of a Borg Warner automatic unit. Other changes included a revised rear axle and a switch from dynamos to alternators. In 1969, Rostyle wheels replaced the previous pressed steel version for standard fit. With the MKIII derivative of 1972 came a new facia and improved heater. However, the biggest visual change in the car`s history occurred two years later when steel reinforced rubber bumpers replaced the chrome ones and the ride height was raised by one inch. By the time Roadster production ceased in October 1980, a total of 399,070 are said to have been produced. Among the last MGB Roadsters made, the rubber-bumpered `TFE 212W` vacated the hallowed Abingdon production line in 1980 and was first registered to a Mr Colin Bayes on January 1st the following year. It sports Red bodywork and a Black interior trim and is equipped with the standard manual gearbox. Reportedly, a three owner example currently showing an unwarranted 57,346 miles, it comes complete with numerous old invoices, some period MG brochures, several old MOTs and one valid into July. Click Here to view this item on www.i-bidder.com
Lot 4046
1973 Jaguar E-Type V12 Roadster Car Year: 1973 Car Manufacturer: Jaguar Car Model: E-Type V12 Roadster Car Reg No.: WDJ700M Car Chassis No.: 1S2429BW Car Colour: Red The last E-Type Jaguar rolled off the production line in 1974, yet the model still has a unique ability to excite enthusiasts of all generations; its Malcolm Sayer-penned lines generally considered to be among the most striking ever to adorn a motorcar. Born of Jaguar`s competition successes on the race track, the newcomer was a true thoroughbred. From birth it was available either as a fixed head Coupe or a two-seater Roadster. For 1966, a 2+2 version of the Coupe was added to the range that was nine inches longer and featured a more vertical windscreen. The Series 3 cars were introduced in 1971, all but a handful of which were fitted with Jaguar`s new 5.3-litre V12 engine. The original (short) wheelbase was discontinued and the revised car offered only as a Roadster (now based on the longer 2+2 floorpan) or 2+2 Coupe. Production of the Series 3 model continued until 1975, when the range was superseded by the XJS; by which time some 15,000 V12-engined examples had been produced - most of which were exported to North America. The purposeful-looking Series 3 E-Types are readily identified from their predecessors by the large cross-slatted radiator grille, flared wheel arches, wider track and V12 badge on the rear. This smart-looking Series 3 Roadster is a right-hand drive example from 1973, equipped with automatic transmission. It sports Red coachwork teamed with a Tan leather interior and Black mohair hood. The vendor informs us that the interior is original, but that the bodywork and engine were thoroughly restored over a 10 year period at a cost of some ú70,000. He currently regards the bodywork, paintwork and engine as "excellent", the interior trim as "very good" and the three-speed transmission as "good". `WDJ 700M` is being sold complete with an extensive history file and MOT into October. Click Here to view this item on www.i-bidder.com
Lot 4050
1935 Bentley 3.5 Litre Sports Saloon Car Year: 1935 Car Manufacturer: Bentley Car Model: 3.5 Litre Sports Saloon Car Reg No.: BLY 26 Car Chassis No.: B36DG Car Colour: Black It is a sobering thought. Had Rolls-Royce not purchased its financially troubled competitor Bentley in 1931, the world would have been denied the Continental, Turbo R, Mulsanne and countless other iconic models subsequently graced with the `Flying B`. Of particular loss for many, would have been the coachbuilt Derby Bentleys manufactured between 1933 and 1939. Their chassis was derived from an experimental supercharged 2.75-litre Rolls-Royce (codenamed Peregrine) that never saw the light of day, and power came from a redesigned and tuned version of the company`s 20/25 engine, initially of 3.5-litres (3669cc). Fed by a pair of SU carburettors, it drove through a four-speed manual gearbox. The suspension was by semi-elliptic springs all-round and braking by servo assisted drums. The newcomer was introduced to the public in the appropriate surroundings of Ascot during August 1933, and production of these 3.5-litre cars continued into 1937; by which time 1,191 examples had been produced. The last year`s allocation was manufactured alongside the incoming 4.25-litre (4257 cc) version that would ultimately supersede the 3.5-litre cars. Coachbuilders and body styles were the preserve of the customer and the following are just a few of the illustrious firms engaged to clothe these fine cars: Park Ward, Barker, Vanden Plas, Thrupp & Maberly, Gurney Nutting, H.J. Mulliner, Hooper, James Young and Arthur Mulliner. The Derby Bentley on offer is a 1935 3.5 Litre Sports Saloon by Park Ward. The purposefully elegant coachwork is finished in Black and complemented by a Grey leather interior. `BLY 26` was reportedly treated to a restoration by Nixons of Braintree, Essex in 2006 and is now regarded by the vendor as having "very good" interior trim, engine and gearbox and "good" bodywork and paintwork. The Derby comes complete with working sunroof and is MOT`d through to April of next year. Click Here to view this item on www.i-bidder.com
Lot 4051
1938 Daimler E20 Saloon Car Year: 1938 Car Manufacturer: Daimler Car Model: E20 Saloon Car Reg No.: EYF 34 Car Chassis No.: 42819 Car Colour: Midnight Blue / Sea Grey The E20 was manufactured between 1935 and 1939. It offered the choice of coachbuilt Saloon, Sports Saloon, Fixed Head Coupe and Drop Head Coupe bodies on a notably stiff box section chassis that featured integral lubrication and jacking systems. The model was powered by an OHV straight-six engine of 2565cc with output of 19.3HP - sufficient for a top speed of almost 70mph. This was mated to a four-speed pre-selector gearbox via Daimler`s patented fluid flywheel. Suspension was by semi-elliptic springs and beam axles all round and braking by Girling servo-assisted drums. The total production of E20s was some 873, of which around 35 are known to have survived, making it a rare car today. `EYF 34` is an E20 Saloon that was first registered in June 1938. It is resplendent in Midnight Blue over Sea Grey bodywork complemented by a Grey leather interior. In recent times it has been entrusted to Rolls-Royce and Bentley specialists Dennis Pilling & Son of Leigh in Lancashire, to whom it was delivered in a partially stripped state. Pillings completed the dismantling, removing the interior from the body and the body from the chassis. All parts were checked and refurbished as required. For example, the crown wheel and pinion was found to be badly damaged, so a replacement axle was secured and fully overhauled. The thorough engine work included regrinding of the crankshaft, freshly cast bearings and new pistons. The chassis lubrication system was missing too many parts to restore, so was removed. Any rotten timber in the body was replaced and all panelling repaired or renewed before the shell was resprayed. The same company has recently carried out a general service and repair to the starter motor. This delightful British classic now seeks a new owner and comes complete with buff log book and MOT into February next year. Click Here to view this item on www.i-bidder.com
Lot 4056
1961 Jaguar E-Type 3.8 Roadster Car Year: 1961 Car Manufacturer: Jaguar Car Model: E-Type 3.8 Roadster Car Reg No.: 968 YUH Car Chassis No.: 850250 Car Colour: Red With the dust barely settled on their 50th anniversary, E-Types are still a hot topic, and no version more sought after than the immortal Series 1 Roadster. The right-hand drive example offered vacated Jaguar`s hallowed Browns Lane factory on October 26th 1961. It was destined for Hong Kong and despatched to Gilman & Co, the local distributor, on November 8th. At that stage it was finished in Opalescent Dark Green teamed with a Black hood and Suede Green interior. Fast-forward to mid-1984, when it was discovered in a very sorry state in an open courtyard by Cathay Pacific pilot Malcolm Kates, who purchased it for restoration. Progress was such that the project was unfinished when Mr Kates returned to the UK during 1993. The E-type was duly repatriated in a 40ft container along with the family`s household effects and a Ginetta G3 for company. There was a further change of plan on the horizon, however, and by December 2000 the Kates family were on the move once more - first to Hong Kong and then finally to retirement in Western Australia two years later. Not wishing to subject the E-Type to a further tour of the globe, Mr Kates commissioned renowned marque specialist Brian Wilkinson of Zealia Engineering, Newmarket to complete the restoration. This has now happened and the finished car is available for sale for the first time in twenty-eight years. `968 YUH` now sports Red coachwork mated to a Black leather interior. The vendor describes the bodywork, paintwork, interior trim, six-cylinder engine and four-speed manual gearbox as all being in "good" order, and the E-Type is being offered complete with the original Hong Kong registration book, transfer of ownership form, a letter from Jaguar, invoices for parts purchased in the UK, Jaguar Heritage certificate and MOT valid into October. Click Here to view this item on www.i-bidder.com
Lot 4057
1935 Singer Nine Le Mans `Longtail` Car Year: 1935 Car Manufacturer: Singer Car Model: Nine Le Mans `Longtail` Car Reg No.: ALV 964 Car Chassis No.: 63855 Car Colour: Green Suitably encouraged by its enviable motorsport achievements of the 1932 and 1933 seasons, Singer created a special Le Mans version of the 9 Sports with a two-seater body mounted on an under-slung chassis - at ú215 it was ú30 dearer than the standard car. Power came from a further uprated version of the Sport`s 972cc OHC engine that featured high lift harmonic cams, a counterbalanced crankshaft and extra-large capacity ribbed oil sump for better cooling. Other drivetrain modifications included a heavy duty clutch and a still closer ratio gearbox. Its rakish bodywork was underpinned by a robust ladder-frame chassis that featured semi-elliptic leaf-sprung suspension all-round, adjustable Andre-Hartford friction dampers and four-wheel Lockheed hydraulic 10-inch drum brakes. Among the optional equipment were tailored suitcases, bonnet strap, route card holder, competition number plates and a combined stop watch and chronometer. Appreciating that some of the customers clamouring for the performance of the Le Mans model needed a sports car with more than two seats, the company introduced a limited run of four-seater examples during the 1935 model year. Effectively a hybrid of the Le Mans and the 9 Sports, they featured upswept cowl scuttles and a streamlined (`Long`) tail. According to its accompanying copy build record, this particular example was supplied new by the Newsham Motor Company of Liverpool to C.K. Williams Esq of Leopold Road, Waterloo on August 3rd 1935. A Liverpool resident ever since, the Singer passed to its second keeper Ray Stokes - President of the Chester Vintage Car Club - in 1967. Stripped down circa eight years later, the Nine`s restoration proved a long drawn out affair that was only completed by Mr Stokes` daughter last year (the car had originally been intended as her twenty-first birthday present). The work included: some attention to the engine; a new exhaust; body off respray; retrim; new carpets, hood and tonneau cover, and repainted wire wheels. Complete with such period niceties as headlamp grilles, badge bar, scuttle light, bonnet strap etc, `ALV 964` is now ready for a new owner to enjoy. Click Here to view this item on www.i-bidder.com
Lot 4075
1982 Triumph TR7 Convertible Car Year: 1982 Car Manufacturer: Triumph Car Model: TR7 Convertible Car Reg No.: TPG129X Car Chassis No.: TPADJ7AA402930 Car Colour: Red The Harris Mann-penned TR7 was a major departure from the original TR line, which had steadily evolved from the TR2 launched way back in 1953. Its overtly wedge-shaped monocoque body was initially only available in Coupe guise, the Convertible variant not being launched until 1980. Power came from a front-mounted 1998cc four-cylinder engine that was effectively an 8-valve version of the proven Dolomite Sprint unit. Its output was 105bhp, which was enough to accelerate the newcomer to 60mph in 9.6 seconds and on to a terminal speed of some 112mph. The powerplant initially drove through a four-speed manual gearbox, though by 1976 this had been replaced with a five-speed one and there was also the option of three-speed automatic transmission. Suspension was by MacPherson struts and coil springs at the front and a live axle and coil springs at the rear, while braking was by discs/drums and steering by rack and pinion. This right-hand drive, home market TR7 Convertible sports Red bodywork teamed with a predominantly Tan-coloured leatherette and cloth interior, and is equipped with the five-speed manual gearbox. According to the vendor it has had just two keepers from new and the indicated mileage of 42,700 is correct. He considers the bodywork, paintwork, interior trim, engine and gearbox to be in "excellent" order and is selling `TPG 129X` complete with: full tonneau and hood cover; tow bar and accessories; spare wheel and tyre; Haynes manual; TR7 manuals; Rover radio; luggage rack; V5; sundry invoices for work done; most old MOTs from 1987 and one valid into April of next year. The following spares also form part of the lot: fan belt; oil filter; locking wheel nuts; petrol cap; wiper delay unit; distributor cap and points; used clutch master cylinder; used washer pump; and various electrical components. Click Here to view this item on www.i-bidder.com
Lot 4076
1973 BMW 3.0 CSL Car Year: 1973 Car Manufacturer: BMW Car Model: 3.0 CSL Car Reg No.: TVD387M Car Chassis No.: 2285497 Car Colour: Fjord Blue The 3.0CSL (E9) was the rock on which BMW`s reputation for superlative drivers` cars was largely founded. It was the homologation special created to gain the company entry into the European Touring Car Championship. In this context the `L` stood for `Leicht` (German for lightness), which was achieved by the use of thinner steel for the monocoque body and aluminium for the doors, bonnet and boot lid. The straight-six engine was primarily that of the 3.0CS but increased in capacity by just 17cc from 2986cc to 3003cc so the factory could contest the over 3.0-litre class. The recipe could barely have been more successful, and CSLs won the ETCC in 1973, and every year from 1975 to 1979 inclusive; not to mention many other races and classes on both sides of the Atlantic. A total of 765 left-hand drive 3.0CSLs were produced between 1971 and 1975, but with right-hand drive examples only manufactured in 1972 and 1973, the total output was limited to just 500 vehicles - models that are keenly sought today. The right-hand drive `barn find` 3.0CSL on offer was manufactured in September 1973 and is equipped with a manual gearbox. It is finished in Fjord Blue Metallic and has a Blue leather/cloth interior complete with the original Scheel sports seats and headrests, plus a Black head-lining. The original three-spoke leather-covered steering wheel remains in place and the BMW rests on a set of 7x14 Alpina alloy wheels. `TVD 387M` has apparently been in the same ownership for the last 26 years and stored to the point of now needing a full restoration. Evidently the engine turns over freely and, unlike most CSLs that have already been restored to one degree or another, this delightfully unmolested example provides a rare opportunity for the discerning collector to create an as-new motorcar - an appealing prospect. Click Here to view this item on www.i-bidder.com
Lot 4085
1935 Singer Nine Le Mans `Savoye Special` Car Year: 1935 Car Manufacturer: Singer Car Model: Nine Le Mans `Savoye Special` Car Reg No.: TSV 941 Car Chassis No.: 5246 Car Colour: Blue Appreciating that some of their customers clamouring for the performance of the company`s Le Mans model also required more than two seats, Singer introduced a limited run of four-seater examples during the 1935 model year. Effectively a hybrid of the Le Mans and the 9 Sports, they featured upswept cowl scuttles and a streamlined (`Long`) tail. It was from the wreck of one of these that Frenchman Jacques Savoye built his renowned `Savoye Special`, that is now offered for sale. Savoye started importing British cars to France in 1934 and was appointed agent for both the Morgan and Singer marques. Singer Le Mans Chassis 5246 was purchased by Savoye after being written off in an accident with a lorry. He straightened the chassis, salvaged all the usable parts and set about modifying the car for competition. In order to extract more power from the little 972cc OHC engine, he reworked the cylinder head, lightened the connecting rods and raised the compression ratio to in excess of 10:1. Thinking ahead, he acquired a range of rear axle ratios to suit different circuits. He also fashioned his own streamlined body in the fastback style of the day - it was constructed from aluminium over a lightweight wooden frame. By devoting all his spare time to the project, his `Savoye Special` was finally ready to race by the end of May 1937 and was duly entered for the Cote d`Ars event. Still in bare metal, it achieved the fastest time in the up to 2,000cc class. The next outing was the 1937 Le Mans 24 Hours, for which he teamed up with one of his Singer-owning clients, Pierre Pritchard. Having managed to avoid a serious accident soon after the start, the team was doing well until a minor water leak went unheeded by the mechanic - a likely class win and other accolades went by the board. Not so in the 1938 Le Mans race, for which Savoye prepared with meticulous detail. This time he elected to drive with his younger brother, Pierre, and things ran smoothly until about the 10th lap, when an effort to cure a slipping clutch caused them to run the gearbox without oil long enough to cause temporary seizure. With that problem resolved they made good progress before suffering a broken engine mount. A `Heath Robinson` repair survived the rest of the 24 hours, allowing the duo to achieve an historic 1st in class and 8th overall. Savoye understandably entered the little Singer again in the 1939 event, but it failed to last the course on this occasion. It had an eventful war too, being removed by the invading Germans in both 1942 and 1944. The first time it was found abandoned by neighbours; Savoye`s precautionary removal of the batteries having foiled the thieving soldiers. The second time it was returned on the orders of an Inspector General with due apologies on behalf of the German army. Following the cessation of hostilities, Savoye pressed the faithful Singer back into action and competed in the Liberation Cup (the world`s first post-war racing event), and a variety of races at Nantes, AngoulÞme and MontlhÚry over the next couple of years; also the Brussels Grand Prix where he finished third overall against stern opposition from the Simca Gordinis. So to the Le Mans race of 1949 - sadly the Singer`s fourth run at La Sarthe ended at the halfway mark, as a result of a broken clutch finger. At this point Savoye decided to sell the car, and that could have been the end of the story. However, he rediscovered it in 1951 finished in Pale Blue rather than its original Dark Blue plus a pair of little Tricolors, and in a sorry state. He therefore bought it back and restored it to its 1938 winning specification. It was still in his possession when tracked down by a pair of British Singer enthusiasts in 1982. So began a protracted purchase that finally came good in July 1985. Since acquiring the car - now UK registered as `TSV 941` - the duo have involved it in numerous Singer Owners` Club events. They also proudly displayed it at Le Mans in 2008, following its selection by the Le Mans Heritage Club as one of just 25 cars chosen to represent the hundreds that had competed at La Sarthe between 1923 and 2007 - it even received a special award from the jury of experts. This wonderful period race car of exceptional provenance is now offered complete with extensive history file of correspondence, period and contemporary photographs etc. A unique opportunity. Click Here to view this item on www.i-bidder.com
Lot 1727
A Royal Doulton Golfer character jug; two Dartmouth pottery mugs, one blue glazed (hairline crack), the other brown glazed; a Royal Bradwell Sports Series pottery mug and a Lord Nelson Pottery mug, various sizes, sold together with other items of golfing interest, including tiepins, tie clips, brooches, hat pins, silver tees and ball markers, letter opener etc (qty).
Lot 645
ATHLETIC SPORTS AT GRASMERE, ‘THE GUIDES RACE’ showing runners rounding the flag on Silver Howe, a particularly precarious part of the course, a hand tinted engraving from an illustration by W.H Overland in the illustrated London News, 23rd August 1886, within a broad card mount and modern frame, under glass. 51cm(h) x 35cm(w)
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