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Ca. 900-1100 AD.A superb heavy gold ring comprised of a twisted band with wrapped terminals. This ring was intended to evoke the form of a snake. In Norse mythology, Jormungand, also called the “Midgard Serpent,” is a snake or dragon who lives in the ocean that surrounds Midgard, the visible world. He was so enormous that his body forms a circle around the entirety of Midgard. He is one of the three children of Loki and the giantess Angrboda, along with Hel and Fenrir. For a similar see The British Museum, Museum number 1851,0313.1.Size: D: 17.45mm / US: 7 1/4 / UK: O1/2; 10.09gProvenance: From the private collection of a Central London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/European art market before 2000.

Ca. 900-1100 AD.An iron bearded axe head with an elongated, curved blade and tapering cheek. The bearded axe, or Skeggøx (from Old Norse Skegg, "beard", and øx, "axe") was common from the 6th century AD onwards in Scandinavia but made most famous by the Vikings, who used these axes in battles to terrible effect. In bearded axes, the main part of the axe blade extends below the butt of the axe, creating a large cutting blade and allowing a fighter to hook onto the shields or weapons of their opponents. For more information on Viking axes, see Hubbard, B. (2016) The Viking Warrior. Amber Books Ltd, London, 139-141. This item comes with a custom-made display stand.Size: L:145mm / W:195mm ; 1.28kgProvenance: Private UK collection; From an old British collection formed in the 1990s

Ca. 900-1100 AD.An iron bearded axe head with an elongated, curved blade and tapering cheek. The bearded axe, or Skeggøx (from Old Norse Skegg, "beard", and øx, "axe") was common from the 6th century AD onwards in Scandinavia but made most famous by the Vikings, who used these axes in battles to terrible effect. In bearded axes, the main part of the axe blade extends below the butt of the axe, creating a large cutting blade and allowing a fighter to hook onto the shields or weapons of their opponents. For more information on Viking axes, see Hubbard, B. (2016) The Viking Warrior. Amber Books Ltd, London, 139-141. This item comes with a custom-made display stand.Size: L:95mm / W:170mm ; 325gProvenance: Property of an Oxfordshire art professional; previously in an old British collection, formed in the 1980s on the UK / International art markets.

Ca. 900-1100 AD.A bronze twisted bracelet comprising strands of bronze woven together with flattened loop terminals decorated with incised cross hatch lines meant evoke the form of a snake. In Norse mythology, Jormungand, also called the Midgard Serpent is a snake or dragon who lives in the ocean that surrounds Midgard, the visible world. He was so enormous that his body forms a circle around the entirety of Midgard. He is one of the three children of Loki and the giantess Angrboda, along with Hel and Fenrir.Size: L:63mm / W:53mm ; 32gProvenance: Private UK collection.

Ca. 500 BC.A finely modelled lapis lazuli scarab with its oval body gently rounded, upper side detailing the clypeus, prothorax and wings. Mounted in a gold pendant setting and it comes with a modern necklace cord. The scarab was an amulet of life and power in the form of a dung beetle, an animal associated with Khepri, the self-created, Ra as the rising sun. In ancient times it was believed that the beetle was only of the male sex and that it reproduced itself using a dung ball as the ovum. The supposed self-reproduction of the beetle was similar to that of Khepri, who created himself out of nothing. At the same time, the dung ball which was rolled by the beetle was identified with the sun in its cycle across the heavens. The scarab was, therefore, a symbol of resurrection in Egyptian mythology. In one's lifetime it provided protection against evil, visible or invisible, supplying strength and power every day. In death, he who wore this amulet had the possibility of resurrection and being granted eternal afterlife.Size: L:24mm / W:12mm ; 7.5gProvenance: Property of a North London gentleman; previously acquire on the UK/European art market in the 1980s.

Ca. 664-332 BC.A finely modelled carnelian scarab with its oval body gently rounded, upper side detailing the clypeus, prothorax and wings. The scarab was an amulet of life and power in the form of a dung beetle, an animal associated with Khepri, the self-created, Ra as the rising sun. In ancient times it was believed that the beetle was only of the male sex and that it reproduced itself using a dung ball as the ovum. The supposed self-reproduction of the beetle was similar to that of Khepri, who created himself out of nothing. At the same time, the dung ball which was rolled by the beetle was identified with the sun in its cycle across the heavens. The scarab was, therefore, a symbol of resurrection in Egyptian mythology. In one's lifetime it provided protection against evil, visible or invisible, supplying strength and power every day. In death, he who wore this amulet had the possibility of resurrection and being granted eternal afterlife.Size: L:15mm / W:11mm ; 2gProvenance: Property of a North London gentleman; previously acquire on the UK/European art market in the 1980s.

Ca. 1550-1070 BC.A naturalistically modelled amethyst scarab with a small head, and folded wings. Pierced lengthways for suspension. The scarab was an amulet of life and power in the form of a dung beetle, an animal associated with Khepri, the self-created, Ra as the rising sun. In ancient times it was believed that the beetle was only of the male sex and that it reproduced itself using a dung ball as the ovum. The supposed self-reproduction of the beetle was similar to that of Khepri, who created himself out of nothing. At the same time, the dung ball which was rolled by the beetle was identified with the sun in its cycle across the heavens. The scarab was, therefore, a symbol of resurrection in Egyptian mythology. In one's lifetime it provided protection against evil, visible or invisible, supplying strength and power every day. In death, he who wore this amulet had the possibility of resurrection and being granted eternal afterlife.Size: L:19mm / W:14mm ; 4.4gProvenance: Property of a North London gentleman; previously acquire on the UK/European art market in the 1980s.

Ca. 100-300 AD.A bronze mirror of discoid form with a handle. The reverse is decorated with concentric circles, and the obverse side would have been polished smooth until reflective. Mirrors such as these were important luxury items in the Roman world and were predominately owned by elite women who would have used them in order to aid or check the application of cosmetics. The handle has been restored.Size: L:282mm / W:163mm ; 490gProvenance: Property of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market in the 1990s.

Ca. 100-300 AD.A pair of elaborate gold earrings composed of a large tear shaped garnet which encircled by granules, below this a convex shaped hoop which is engraved with incised detail. This is followed by a sheet of gold in the form of a decorative panel, this is conjoined by a large granule. The ancient Romans considered jewellery to be an essential dressing accessory, for it provided a public display of their wealth. Roman jewellery first followed fashion set by the Etruscans, using gold and glass beads, but as the Roman empire spread and became more prosperous, so did its jewellery designs become more increasingly elaborate. The behavior of wearing rings was popular amongst the Romans and was likely introduced by the Sabines, who in early legends, as wearing gold rings with precious gemstones. The item has undergone X-ray fluorescence analysis to confirm the metallurgical content suggesting its ancient origin and lack of modern trace elements.Size: Set of 2: L:38 - 42mm / W:21 - 22mm; 6g.Provenance: Property of a London Ancient Art Gallery; formerly in the famous Alison Barker collection, a retired London barrister; acquired between the early 1960s to 1990s.

Original vintage travel advertising poster for Sendai Star Festival / Sendai Tanabata Festival 6-7-8 August, the 10th Anniversary of Municipal Organisation, published by Sendai Railway Administration and Sendai Tanabata Festival Support Assocation, the poster features colourful streamers and flower decorations on long bamboo sticks. Tanabata is a Japanese festival, dubbed the Eastern Valentine’s Day, it celebrates the meeting of two deities Orihime and Hikoboshi, who are separated by the Milky Way and can only meet for the short period each year. Good condition, folds, creasing, tears. Country of issue: Japan, designer: Unknown, size (cm): 102x73, year of printing: 1970s.

Original vintage propaganda poster commemorating eight first-year medical students who were executed in Havana Place de la Punta by Spanish colonial authorities in 1871, the poster features a photograph of men holding rifles with a quote by Jose Marti below - Move your tongues like a scourge in the air over those hordes of vicious people who rot our cities. And they turn us into a filthy bazaar. – the bottom of the poster features images of the executed students. Jose Julian Marti Perez ( January 28, 1853 – May 19, 1895) was a Cuban nationalist, poet, philosopher, essayist, journalist, translator, professor, and publisher, who is considered a Cuban national hero because of his role in the liberation of his country from Spain. Good condition, creasing, small tears, small paper losses, backed on board. Country of issue: Cuba, designer: Unknown, size (cm): 60x41, year of printing: 1970s.

Set of three original vintage poster for the French Foreign Legion. 1. La Legion Etrangere Francaise dans le monde 1989 featuring a map of the world with arrows pointing to the deployment locations of the French legion soldiers in Europe, Africa, South America, and the Pacific, large yellow Foreign Legion's grenade emblem. The Foreign Legion of the French Army was created in 1831 to allow the incorporation of foreign nationals into the French Army. Horizontal. Good condition, creasing, staining, pinholes, stickers on image with hand drawn elements, blind embossed pattern on bottom edge. Country of issue: France, designer: Unknown, size (cm): 50x65, year of printing: 1989; 2. Le Boudin, the poster features the lyrics to Marche de la Legion Etrangere / March of the Foreign Legion, with images of soldiers in military uniforms, an image of an eagle holding a snake in its beak and Legio-Patria-Nostra (The Legion is our Fatherland) slogan below. Good condition, staining, minor creasing. Country of issue: France, designer: Unknown, size (cm): 42x32, year of printing: 1980s; 3. Legion Etrangere / Foreign Legion featuring photographs of soldier uniforms, military action, tanks, weapons, and barbed wire protected territories, information in the poster reads - The Foreign Legion is an integral part of the army, it includes INF, ABC and GENIE units. It has the same missions, the same materials, the same regulations. Than the other regiments, but it is different, by the status of its personnel who are soldiers. Foreigners in the service of the arms of France. The Foreign Legion is also 8500 men, 350 officers, 1400 non-commissioned officers, 6700 non-commissioned soldiers. 158 years of existence 35,000 dead in action; 106 nationalities an initial 5-year contract 7,500 candidates per year for 1,200 places offered. Horizontal. Good condition, creasing, minor staining, small tears. Country of issue: France, designer: Unknown, size (cm): 55x81, year of printing: 1980s.

Original vintage WWI recruiting poster published by the Parliamentary Recruiting Committee reading 'Fight for Freedom with the Strength of Free Men' with the text printed in white against a green background. Printed by Roberts & Leete Ltd., London. Tasked with boosting enlistment in the armed forces, the Parliamentary Recruiting Committee occupied a central place in the government€â„¢s wartime communications machinery. Although the technology to enable the relatively inexpensive mass production of high quality images had been in existence for over a century, the First World War saw the first extensive use of posters for propaganda purposes. The Parliamentary Recruiting Committee (PRC) was a thirty member body organized by political party organizers, under the supervision of the War Office, with the express aim of aiding the raising of troop numbers in Britaina€â„¢s volunteer army. The main modes of appeal were through mass recruiting rallies and through posters and pamphlets that encouraged enlistment. Within a few weeks of the outbreak of the war the designs of poster began to incorporate striking graphic images. Some 200 different posters were produced and distributed by the PRC over the course of the War. War posters were intended to be ephemeral and never meant to be archival or historical documents. Yet, because of the content of the messages they projected they have become an important resource by which we can today explore the mind set of those who believed passionately in the rightness of the cause and the necessity to wage War between 1914 and 1918. Very good condition, fold in the middle, tear on top margin. Country of issue: UK, designer: Unknown, size (cm): 24x74.5, year of printing: 1915.

Original vintage movie poster for a colour feature film Shamotuoling / Desert Camel, featuring an illustration in red of a man on a camel set over yellow and white background. The film tells a story of a geologist who leads an exploration team to find mines riding a camel on the endless Gobi Desert. Fair condition, tears, creasing, staining, folds, paper losses in corners. Country of issue: China, designer: Zhang Xi, size (cm): 105x78, year of printing: 1978.

Set of 15 original vintage movie posters for releases of various films in Hong and China. 1. The Golden Girls, a 1995 Hong Kong comedy film directed by Joe Ma, starring Sean Lau, Anita Yuen, Ada Choi, and Francis Ng, the poster features an image of two ladies sitting next to a gentleman and a lady in a white suit looking at them. Horizontal. Good condition, folds, creasing, tears, minor staining. Country of issue: China, designer: Unknown, size (cm): 69x97, year of printing: 1995; 2. River Without Buoys, a 1983 Chinese Cultural Revolution drama film directed by Wu Tianming, the poster features an illustration of men on a raft, and images of the characters of the film. Horizontal. Fair condition, folds, tears, paper losses, creasing. Country of issue: China, designer: Unknown, size (cm): 76x105, year of printing: 1983; 3. Wind and Rain, a 1984 Chinese opera film adapted from the Henan Opera, the poster features an illustration of a lady in a white dress holding a necklace of a man in red costume. Fair condition, folds, tears, paper losses, creasing. Country of issue: China, designer: Unknown, size (cm): 105x76, year of printing: 1984; 4. Two posters of See You In Twenty Years, a 1984 Chinese drama about industrial reform, directed by Shi Xiaohua, starring Qian Yongfu and Zhu Lin, the poster features stills from the movie depicting the characters in various situations, with an illustration of a construction crane and a man with a red flag against bright shining sun. Good condition, creasing, folds, tears. Country of issue: China, designer: Unknown, size (cm): 105x76, year of printing: 1984.; 5. Two posters of Blue Flower, a 1984 War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression film, directed by Shui Hua and Ma Bingyu, the poster features a young lady with a little red flower in her hair looking at the viewer, and an image of a man, with a small inset from the film. Horizontal. Good condition, creasing, tears, staining, paper losses, folds. Country of issue: China, designer: Unknown, size (cm): 75x105, year of printing: 1984; 6. Dream of Wu Sha, a 1984 Chinese drama film directed by Chen Fangqian, featuring an illustration of an older gentleman and a lady both in traditional Chinese clothing, with a wedding procession carriage behind. Horizontal. Good condition, creasing, tears, paper losses, staining. Country of issue: China, designer: Unknown, size (cm): 76x105, year of printing: 1984; 7. Happiness By Your Side, a 1984 romance film, the poster features images of the characters of the film. Horizontal. Good condition, creasing, staining, folds, small tears. Country of issue: China, designer: Unknown, size (cm): 74x106, year of printing: 1984; 8. The Man Who Ignites The Dawn, a 1984 Communist propaganda movie, the poster features images of the film characters. Horizontal. Good condition, creasing, tears, small paper losses. Country of issue: China, designer: Unknown, size (cm): 76x100, year of printing: 1984; 9. Two posters of Night Questions In Red Chamber, a 1984 Chinese opera film, the poster features an illustration of a young lady in traditional Chinese clothing and a am pointing at a finger print signed document. Horizontal. Good condition, creasing, staining, small tears. Country of issue: China, designer: Unknown, size (cm): 76x104, year of printing: 1984; 10. Chinese release of The Idiot, a 1959 Soviet film directed by Ivan Pyryev, based on the novel by Fyodor Dostoevsky, the poster features an illustration of the main characters – a lady in a pink dress and an elegant hat, and a gentleman in a top hat holding money in his hands. Good condition, folds, creasing. Country of issue: China, designer: B. Zelensky, size (cm): 106x76, year of printing: 1980s; 11. Waning Moon, a 1984 Chinese feature family drama film, directed by Cao Zheng, starring Hong Rong, Zheng Zhenyao and Xu Songyuan, the poster features an image of a lady in a purple flower dress and a full moon over a gate with trees around. Horizontal. Good condition, creasing, tears, paper loss on edges, staining, Country of issue: China, designer: Unknown, size (cm): 78x105, year of printing: 1984; 12. Son of Nature, a 1983 Chinese drama film, the poster features an illustration of a little boy with a red pen and a river in a picturesque Guilin of Guangxi province with a fisherman on a raft with cormorant birds. Fair condition, staining, tears, creasing, folds, paper losses. Country of issue: China, designer: Unknown, size (cm): 104x78, year of printing: 1983.

Original vintage advertising poster for Garden Fairy Dreams 5 July 1925, featuring an image of a young man, and radio music instruments, stylised lettering reads - last tour of the foreign attraction Rudolf Fred. Radio Music - a completely new program, new unprecedented numbers. New repertoire, electric banjo after radio music. The concert department of the famous artist of the Moscow Aquarium Theatre E. Dubrovskaya, a performer of romances and intimate songs, who will perform the entire new repertoire. Before the performance of the attractions, a movie session is shown, an outstanding picture with the participation of Lillian Gili Broken Lily. Fair condition, folds, large tears, creasing, staining, paper losses, ink stamp showing through from reverse. Country of issue: USSR, designer: Unknown, size (cm): 106x71, year of printing: 1925.

One of the 90 examples finished by Ford in the more refined road car specification and just 7,800 miles from new.Ask any rally fan to name their favourite era and chances are that the wild Group B years will be at the top of most people’s list. It was a time of uncompromising and completely unhinged machinery, with designers and engineers really pushing the edge of the envelope when it came to interpreting the rules and endowing these four-wheel-drive turbocharged monsters with the maximum possible performance. Perhaps the wildest of them all was Ford’s RS200 and where the Audi Quattro, Peugeot 205 T16 and even the Lancia Delta S4 were very obviously derived from their more mundane production cousins, Ford took a different route, designing and building a Group B car that looked – and drove – like no other Ford before or since.Ford had, of course, been part of the rallying furniture ever since the rear-drive Escort made its debut, but as the WRC entered the Group B era, it found itself without a machine to compete at this level. Unusually for Ford, the solution proved elusive and, with the Escort RS1700T failing miserably, they were forced to return to the drawing board and start all over again. The result was the RS200, however, they had now become ‘late starters' and were effectively three years behind. The car was styled by Ghia and, unusually, the bodywork for the majority of cars was entrusted to Reliant of Shenstone, a company who knew a fair bit about building fibreglass cars. The chassis engineering was looked after by F1 gurus Tony Southgate and John Wheeler. Naturally, four-wheel drive was essential and it was built around a space-frame chassis, Kevlar bodywork, and a potent mid-mounted engine courtesy of well-proven race engine builder Brian Hart. Add to this an innovative front-mounted gearbox for better weight distribution and balance, plus a variable torque-split differential from Ferguson, and you have a serious rally car. The RS200’s mid-mounted engine was a development of the RS1700T’s, but capacity was increased to 1803cc with a bore and stroke of 86.0 and 77.62mm respectively. It featured Ford/Bosch injection, and with an 8.2:1 compression ratio allied with a Garrett turbocharger in road-going trim it developed 246bhp at 6500-7000rpm and a maximum torque output of 215lb ft at 4000-5000rpm. The rally cars had significantly more to play with – 444bhp at a screaming 8000rpm and 361lb ft at 5500rpm.It looked like Ford finally had the package to win and things were looking promising after Kalle Grundell came home third in the Swedish Rally of 1986, however, the fickle finger of fate was soon to be pointed at Group B. After a series of tragedies with both drivers and spectators being killed, it became obvious that 600bhp, lightweight rally cars being threaded at three-figure speeds through banks of standing spectators was not the way forward and the decision was taken by the FIA to pull the plug on Group B at the end of the ‘86 season. As a result, after just one year in competition, it was all over for the RS200 so it never got to show off its full potential, however, it did prove that it had enormous promise with many of the cars being spectacularly successful in Rallycross particularly in the hands of Norwegian Martin Schanche.FIA Homologation Rules for Group B required the construction of at least 200 road-legal vehicles, however, the demise of Group B meant that only 144 were completed. Of these, 20 were further developed and sold as the RS200 Evolution with a 2.1-litre power unit, a number were disassembled for spares, and records indicate that 90 were converted to road cars with improved build quality and a number of creature comforts.In the true tradition of RS Fords, Silverstone Auctions are proud to offer this RS200 as one of the 90 cars Ford returned to the more refined road specification. Well documented, it was supplied by Frews of Perth, one of the nine Rallye Sport Dealers in Scotland, to Mr Brian Holmes in Derbyshire who was the former Managing Director of Chesterfield-based Auto Windscreens, which probably explains why it comes with a new boxed spare windscreen. The RS joined his Collection which included an RS500, also supplied by Frews. It was fitted with the 300bhp upgrade, a multi-light grille lamp-pod, full competition Sabelt harnesses and finished in Ford Motorsport’s iconic blue and white livery.The RS200 remained with the Holmes family until 2010 and had still only covered around a 1,000 miles when it was entrusted to RS200 expert Geoff Page for a total engine refresh. The work is fully documented in the history file. It revisited GPR again in October 2012 for a throttle pot and full spanner check before being exported to a collector in Japan. He decided to reduce his collection and it returned to the UK last month with an indicated mileage of 7,794. It's supplied with the original alloys, spare screen, light-pod cover, original exhaust and its factory owner's manual.Group B rally cars with the cachet of the RS200 seldom come to market and, with its solid timeline and lovely condition, this is a super example and we welcome and encourage your close inspection.If this lot remains in the UK it will be subject to a reduced rate of import duty of 5% on the hammer price.  SpecificationMake: FORDModel: RS 200Year: 1988Chassis Number: SFACXXBJ2CGL00118Registration Number: F666 MSLTransmission: ManualEngine Number: GL00118 Drive Side: Right-hand DriveMake: RHDInterior Colour: RedClick here for more details and images

One of only 11 UK-market examples, 530bhp and 0-62 in 4.7 seconds, comprehensive service history and only two former keepers.Alpina Burkard Bovensiepen GmbH & Co. KG or simply ‘Alpina' - the official BMW tuning partner - has had a long and celebrated association with the Munich carmaker, celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2015. Credited with re-engineering some very special cars over the years, Alpina's approach is often to refine and build on the latent driving and styling characteristics of a standard car, adding a certain Alpina 'magic' that only they can bestow on a BMW. Their reputation and following are very strong, appealing to discerning buyers who want a special, rare, and characterful car. Such are their credentials that Alpina are now recognised by the German Ministry of Transport as an automobile manufacturer in their own right.The car presented here is a 2006 BMW Alpina B5 (E60) Saloon, one of only 428 examples produced worldwide. It's based on the 545i but powered by a modified version of that car’s 4.4-litre V8, with an Alpina-specific engine block, forged crankshaft, and low-compression Mahle pistons mated to a centrifugal supercharger – a potent combination. It also features Alpina’s own design of suspension, and brakes taken from the 760Li. A sublime performance saloon, this is a 530bhp machine, capable of covering ground effortlessly and 0-62 mph in 4.7 seconds.This particular B5 is a rare, UK-supplied example and is one of 11 such cars produced in individual Alpina Blue paintwork, allied to a black leather interior and grey walnut trim. This car is #157 as denoted by the Alpina plaque inside, and has had just two marque-enthusiast previous owners from new. This diligent ownership is evident in the car’s mechanical health and overall condition, belying its 94,000 miles, which equates to under 6,000 miles per annum.When new, this hand-built, high specification car came with £4,650 worth of optional extras, including full Nasca leather, electric memory, heated/actively ventilated front comfort seats, BMW iDrive multi-media system with Sat-Nav, DAB radio, CD player, BMW Hi-Fi system, Bluetooth phone preparation, Alpina multi-function leather stitched steering wheel with Tip-Tronic gear selection buttons, parking distance control front and rear, 19" Alpina alloy wheels, dual-climate control with air-conditioning, cruise control, electric folding door mirrors, heads-up display, electric rear sun blind, electric tilt and slide sunroof, Bi-xenon headlights, auto wipers, through loading system and Dynamic Stability Control.The car has been with our vendor since June 2017 and he describes it as being in ‘excellent condition’. The pre-delivery inspection and running-in check (at 1,068 miles) were carried out by Sytner BMW Sunningdale in June/July 2006 and the impressive service history confirms that the majority of the work was carried out by BMW up until 2020, and subsequently by a BMW specialist. More recent maintenance includes a new alternator and associated tensioner/belts, new brake reaction arms, new spark plugs, new front and rear brake discs and pads, new rear upper arms, new brake pipes all round, new Alpina front shock absorbers, a 2019 Sat-Nav/DVD update, plus new Bi-xenon headlight bulbs. The front tyres were replaced at 80,000 miles and the rear tyres at 90,000.The Alpina B5 is a hand-built super-saloon that Evo magazine described as 'bespoke in a way that the M5 could never be' and has M5-rivalling power with more torque produced at a lower RPM, giving a much more linear power delivery. This delightful example offers amazing value, given its ownership and service history, with lots of miles and excitement still on offer and that certain cachet of Alpina ownership.SpecificationMake: BMWModel: B5Year: 2006Chassis Number: WAPB544006RH10157Registration Number: FJ06 JHFTransmission: AutoEngine Number: 18117 Drive Side: Right-hand DriveOdometer Reading: 94000 MilesMake: RHDClick here for more details and images

With low ownership and in virtually flawless, original condition, this collector-grade 300SL has covered less than 6,000 miles from new. Offered here is a remarkable R107 300SL, supplied new and first registered in August 1988 by Mercedes-Benz Westway Garage in York to a businessman based in Shipley who kept the car for just three months. Another businessman purchased the Mercedes-Benz as a 50th birthday gift for his sister and registered the car in his business name and, between 1988 and 2020, the SL was dry stored in a company warehouse with barely any use until the decision was made to sell the car. The ownership details were transferred from the business to its lady owner before being offered for sale in 2020 so, although the V5C shows three previous keepers, essentially this example has had just two private owners from new with copies of the old logbooks on file including a letter from the business owner corroborating the cars history.Superbly presented in Diamond Blue with navy blue MB-Tex and blue check Karo cloth seats and a matching navy blue mohair hood, this lovely SL had covered a mere 5,600 miles at the time of cataloguing. We are informed that it has been enjoyed primarily in fine weather conditions which may be why it appears to be virtually flawless with bright paintwork retaining a deep gloss, the interior shows barely any signs of wear, and the navy hood doesn't look like it's ever been deployed. The car is described as 'absolutely on-the-button' and was subject to a major service and checked from bumper to bumper by a Mercedes-Benz specialist garage in 2018 at 5,575 miles and, more recently, it was once again fully recommissioned at the local Mercedes-Benz dealer in January 2022 at 5,607 miles. It's accompanied by a history file including the aforementioned registration documents, original book pack with the original service book stamped up-to-date and various other items of paperwork.In summary, this must be one of the best preserved right-hand drive R107 Mercedes-Benz SLs likely to exist and would make an excellent addition to any car collection of landmark classics, perhaps a concours contender or maybe just to show off at car club events. In any case, we hope this stunning example will continue to be well preserved for future Mercedes enthusiasts to appreciate.SpecificationMake: MERCEDES-BENZModel: 300Year: 1988Chassis Number: WDB1070412A090714Registration Number: F844 YWTTransmission: AutomaticDrive Side: Right-hand DriveOdometer Reading: 5630 MilesMake: RHDInterior Colour: Navy blue MB Tex & clothClick here for more details and images

One of the lowest mileage Capris we have ever offered - only 3,617 miles.Towards the end of its life, the Ford Capri enjoyed an upswing in interest as more buyers realised that perhaps a front-wheel hot hatch simply wasn't for them and a V6-engined, rear-wheel drive sporting hatchback might very well do the job. Ford's Special Vehicle Engineering group was entrusted with developing the Capri 2.8 Injection that made its debut at the 1981 Geneva Motor Show. Based at the Research and Engineering centre in Essex, SVE decided to adopt the 2.8-litre V6 with Bosch K-Jetronic fuel injection - the first regular model since the RS2600 to use fuel injection - plus lowered suspension, thicker anti-roll bars, gas-filled shock absorbers and wide-rim alloy wheels fitted with Goodyear's 205/60VR NCT tyres. The specification also included a 5-speed gearbox, a limited-slip differential (1984 onwards) and ventilated disc brakes for the front wheels. All this translates into a car that goes with 'wonderful eagerness', the Autocar test team enthused after rocketing from 0-60mph in just 7.9 seconds. The Capri 2.8 Injection breathed new life into the range and kept the car in production two to three years longer than Ford had planned.In 1984, the 2.8 injection model was the subject of a substantial upgrade and was known as the Capri Injection Special. This development used Recaro half-leather seats and included a limited-slip differential. Externally the car could easily be distinguished by the 7-spoke RS wheels and its colour-coded grille and headlamp surround. Packed with performance and character, it paved the way for the superb Capri 280.The 1987 model offered here is a truly stunning example displaying only 3,617 miles from new, with just one former keeper. It has formed part of a private collection for most of its days and is accompanied by an extensive history file, including a Letter of Provenance from its former keeper who acquired the car in 2003.Astonishing inside and out, this gleaming Capri is as close as one might find to a new car in a Ford dealership showroom in the 1980s. Incredibly it still retains that intoxicating 'new car smell' of leather and polish and paint, pure nostalgia. As lovely underneath as it is above, we understand that the car has ‘never been out in the rain’ and has been dry stored for its whole life. Nothing about the car suggests otherwise.With low mileage examples of the Capri continuing to set new standards, we look forward to seeing just how well this unrepeatable car performs at auction.SpecificationMake: FORDModel: CAPRIYear: 1987Chassis Number: WF0CXXGAECGA91511Registration Number: E435 DPHTransmission: ManualDrive Side: Right-hand DriveOdometer Reading: 3617 MilesMake: RHDInterior Colour: Cloth and LeatherClick here for more details and images

A two-owner, low mileage DMC-12 garage find in need of recommissioning. An exciting opportunity.Whilst the term “iconic” is conferred frequently and often without merit, we are just and correct in bestowing the title on the DeLorean DMC-12. Instantly recognisable it was the brainchild of ex-General Motors executive John DeLorean, perhaps one of the most controversial motor industry figures of all time. The Belfast based factory was established with £100 million of funding from the British Government under an agreement forged by Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher with the support of US President Ronald Regan in order to help the Northern Irish economy suffering from decades of sectarian violence. The DeLorean Motor Company story is a unique entry in the annals of the motor car industry and the DMC-12 is one of the most recognisable cars of the 20th century.Launched in 1981, the DMC-12’s stylish coupé bodywork attracted international attention by virtue of its method of construction, a combination of fibreglass inner panels, a stainless-steel outer skin and innovative gull-wing doors. The underpinnings were engineered under the guidance of Lotus founder, Colin Chapman. Competing with Porsche and Ferrari, sales never approached projected levels and DeLorean's 1982 indictment on drugs charges (he was subsequently acquitted), brought the project to its knees. The DeLorean is now seen as highly collectable, thanks in no small part to the 'Back to the Future' movie series, and manual examples are very sought after.On offer here is a two-owner car with just over 17,500 miles and is a very interesting garage find, having not moved or been started in over 20 years. Bought by its first owner, who was a doctor based in Florida, some 11,000 miles were covered by him before he sold it to its second owner, our vendor, who shipped it to the UK in the early nineties. He enjoyed it for the following 10 years, covering around 6,000 miles in that time. The DeLorean was then put into his garage 20 years ago due to a house move and it has not moved or been started ever since.The intention was always to recommission the car but the owner sadly never got round to it and, due to ill health, it's now being offered by the family to the market for the first time in over 30 years. It’s clear that there were intentions to recommission the car in recent years as it has had a new battery, new tyres, flexi-hoses fitted to the brakes and some hydraulic parts for the clutch had been sourced.This left-hand drive, manual transmission example is showing just over 17,000 miles in the hands of its two owners. The Cherished Registration Number, ‘OUT 703’, pleasingly accompanies the car along with an owner’s handbook, V5C, spare wheel and a jack. Sold strictly as seen, this is a very rare opportunity to bring back to life a low ownership, low mileage example of a type of car that continues to gain momentum in the collector's car market on both sides of the Atlantic.SpecificationMake: DELOREANModel: DMC-12Year: 1981Chassis Number: SCE0T26T2BD000473Registration Number: OUT 703Transmission: ManualDrive Side: Left-hand DriveOdometer Reading: 17528 MilesClick here for more details and images

The rare and desirable 'Side Oil Fill' 2.4S.The first of countless upgrades to the perennial 911 came in 1966, two years after production had commenced, with the introduction of the 911S. Easily distinguishable by its stylish Fuchs five-spoked alloy wheels, the 'S' featured a heavily revised engine producing 160bhp. In 1967 the 911T (Touring) was introduced as a new base model, initially with the 2.0-litre engine in 110bhp form before adopting the 2.2-litre unit along with the rest of the range in 1969, by which time the 911's wheelbase had been extended by 57mm to tame the sometimes wayward handling.Such was the 911's success that within a few years Porsche was selling cars faster than it could build them, a state of affairs that led to a substantial proportion being manufactured by coachbuilder Karmann at its Osnabrook factory. By this time the models on offer had stabilised at three: the entry-level 911T, middle-ranking 911E, and top-of-the-range 911S, all of which were available as either a closed Coupé or Targa convertible. With the 2.2-litre engine's arrival, a common type of cylinder head was adopted, the differing power outputs being determined principally by valve timing rather than valve sizes as had been the case hitherto. In 1972, all 911 variants received the 2,341cc (nominally 2.4-litre) unit, which in 'S' specification produced around 190bhp, 60 more than the original 911 of 1963. For 1972, in addition to the larger engine, the' E' series had a further two revisions. An aggressive new front spoiler was incorporated below the bumper and in an attempt to move as much weight as possible towards the centre of the car, the oil tank was re-positioned inboard of the right rear wheel arch, resulting in the introduction of an external oil filler cap on the right-hand side rear wing behind a flap ('Oel Klappe'). The propensity for petrol station attendants to fill the oil tank with fuel, and the resulting warranty claims, quickly persuaded Porsche to change the design and 1972 'Oel Klappe' cars became difficult to sell, possibly resulting in their comparative scarcity today. As is often the case, that rarity has resulted in the 'Oel Klappe' cars now being the most sought after.The car on offer today is a left-hand drive 1972 2.4S finished in Sepia Brown with a black interior. It was originally supplied to Italy and following a number of years there, it was purchased by a Dutch enthusiast who retained the car until 2002 and looked after it well judging from the number of invoices on file from a Porsche specialist. The 911 arrived in the UK in 2002 and was obviously in largely original condition at the time as indicated in a pre-purchase inspection report completed by Andy Prill.The 911 has remained in the UK ever since 2002, passing through a few Porsche collectors over the past 20 years, who all used well known Porsche specialists during their ownerships such as Gantspeed, Autostrasse, Autofarm and Peter Chambers Automotive with invoices on file detailing the work carried out on the car over this period of time.In more recent years, under current private ownership, the 2.4S has been entrusted to the renowned Classic Porsche restoration specialists, Historika, who carried out a full £20K plus engine rebuild in 2021, again with invoices on file detailing the extensive work.This 2.4S really is in super condition with good detail yet retains a really nice original feel. Reported to drive well and has clearly been sorted and well set-up offering all those wonderful 911 qualities that make these early cars so addictive.SpecificationMake: PORSCHEModel: 911Year: 1972Chassis Number: 9112300845Registration Number: NADrive Side: Left-hand DriveMake: LHDClick here for more details and images

UK-supplied in the rare colour of Jet Black and presented in a simply stunning condition with bookpacks and historic DVLC paperwork. Unrepeatable - Offered Without Reserve.Conceived as a comfortable and long-legged Grand Routier, rather than an out-and-out sports car like the preceding E-Type, the XJ-S made use of the Jaguar XJ6/XJ12 saloon platform and running gear. Shorter in the wheelbase than its saloon siblings, the XJ-S debuted as a V12-powered Coupe. It was not until 1988 that a full convertible became available, however, and it was a marvel of engineering. It is fair to say that Jaguar took their time to perfect the convertible mechanism and such was its durability it was adopted by Aston Martin for the DB7 Volante. The 5.3 V12 Convertible produced between 1988 and 1991 is acknowledged as the XJ-S Convertible in its purest form.To the enthusiast, a car’s history is as important as its condition and we are grateful to the nephew of the first owner of this exceptional motorcar for providing the story as to why it was never registered. The car, finished in rare Jet Black, was bought new by Mr David William Jewett in 1989. Mr Jewett had a Masters Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Cambridge and, whilst lecturing at Seale Hayne Agricultural College in Newton Abbott, restored and sold tractors on the side. His reputation was such that he acted as a consultant for both Massey Ferguson and Marshall Tractors.Taking delivery of the car from Jaguar main dealers H. A. Fox of Plymouth and with the new decade dawning, Mr Jewett decided to wait until 1990 to register the car on a 'G' plate, however, a major heart attack delayed the process. On the 13th September 1991, Jaguar Cars Limited prompted him to register it by supplying the accompanying application for a “Licence for a New Motor Vehicle and Declaration for Registration” together with a compliment slip signed by the regional sales manager David Stevens. Mr Jewett chose not to register the car and instead enjoyed it as a work of art, regularly starting and running the car up to temperature around his property. Mr Jewett’s nephew facilitated the sale of the car in 2009 with 73 miles on the odometer, four years later Mr Jewett passed away, and we are told he would’ve loved the attention this car is now receiving.The car remains unregistered to this day and the odometer shows just 100 miles. Bearing trade plates, the car clicked over to 100 miles on the journey from the local Jaguar main dealer following a service to the MOT testing station, who provided an advisory-free Certificate valid until 8th August 2023. It's presented to auction in a condition, as you can imagine, that is unrepeatable and ready for the road, the jack and cased tool kit is present. The green Jaguar wallet contains the handbooks and the service book is stamped and signed by supplying dealer H. A. Fox, made out to Mr Jewett and stickered with the car’s chassis and engine numbers. Included too is the main dealer service receipt dated 8th August 2022, the aforementioned registration application, corresponding Jaguar compliment slip, two cased cassettes and the spare key.SpecificationMake: JAGUARModel: XJSYear: 1990Chassis Number: SAJJNADW3DB164522Registration Number: TBATransmission: AutomaticEngine Number: 8S070090SADrive Side: Right-hand DriveOdometer Reading: 100 MilesMake: RHDInterior Colour: CreamClick here for more details and images

A sparkling white example of the second-generation Focus RS with both Lux Packs and only 958 miles.When the Mk1 Focus RS was released, it was met with a mixed reception from those who drove them. The unanimous decision was that the torque-steer was very aggressive, the ride was harsh and with over 200bhp going to the front wheels only, unlike its four-wheel drive rivals, it didn’t seem to hit the spot at that moment in time. However, the Mk1 aged very well and is now seen as the modern classic that populates the majority of ‘appreciating modern classics’ lists.As a result, the decision was made to never build another Focus RS, however, thankfully Ford went back on their word and the second-generation Focus RS was released in 2009. The car they built was a limited run, 300bhp 'super-hatch' and they did not hold back one bit. With its huge twin-blade spoiler at the back, aggressive body kit, and ballistic performance from the turbocharged 2.5-litre, five-cylinder engine, the car was launched with a hugely vibrant ‘Ultimate Green’ paint scheme. Only 11,500 examples were built in a production run that lasted a little over three years, with just 4,000 finding homes in the UK.The RS stayed true to its lineage and opted to remain front-wheel drive but with a combination of Ford’s trick Revo-Knuckle front suspension, a Quaife limited-slip diff and well-judged ESP, the Mk2 did a great job of laying the power down and managing the torque-steer whilst still providing plenty of involvement. The chassis was stiffened by around 30% and featured bigger driveshafts, a wider track, lower ride-height, and a faster steering rack, translating into remarkably civilised road manners. With 301bhp and a massive 324lb.ft on tap, the RS could hit 60mph in under 6.0 seconds and topped 160mph, all accompanied by the throaty five-cylinder warble, plenty of turbo flutter and even the occasional pop and bang from the exhausts. When you weren’t on a charge, the RS was a polite and practical hatchback capable of returning 25-30mpg, easy to park, offering plenty of boot space reasonably quiet at a constant speed. However, with its gaping grille, 19-inch wheels, flared arches, deep diffuser, and a wing that would embarrass a Porsche Turbo, the RS left you in no doubt about its intentions.The Frozen White example seen here has covered only 958 miles, during the ownership of the its three registered keepers. It was supplied new by Lookers Ford of Sheffield in May 2010 to a client in Northern Ireland and subsequently transferred to its long-term keeper in August 2010, remaining in Northern Ireland until 2021. Fastidiously maintained by local Ford Dealers almost every year, it shows eleven stamps; the last of which was in August 2021. Importantly, it also states that the timing belt and water pump were replaced in 2020 at 956 miles. The car then came back to the mainland, retaining its dateless registration number and is now offered for sale by our vendor.Accompanied by its original Owners Bookpack, including the DVD Sat Nav, lots of invoices, MOTs, SORN records etc, the car has three keys and essentially presents almost as a new car. It was fitted from new with Lux Packs 1 and 2, that includes Climate Control, upgraded CD Player and touchscreen Sat Nav.At a mileage of just 958, this fabulous RS is barely run-in and offers an incredible opportunity today to own yet another Ford performance icon.      SpecificationMake: FORDModel: FOCUSYear: 2010Chassis Number: WF0GXXGCDGAS12781Registration Number: R55 SURTransmission: ManualEngine Number: AS12781 Drive Side: Right-hand DriveOdometer Reading: 958 MilesMake: RHDInterior Colour: LeatherClick here for more details and images

In a special order colour, effectively one owner and just 2,730 miles from new. Unrepeatable.YDW 944T was built at Halewood during September of 1978 and was registered in January 1979 to its one and only owner, a Mr Nigel Rickets who had ordered the car through Larkfields of Chepstow who were a Ford main dealer at that time. It is believed to have been one of six 'special order' examples finished in black and was originally ordered on a 'decal-delete' basis, proof of which is detailed under the bonnet.  It seems strange to have to pay for black when in the past all Ford cars were black with no other options, however, the colour is not listed on Escort colour charts from 1978.During September of 1978, the Ford plant endured an 11-week industrial action walk out and the original buyer cancelled his order leaving this black beauty available when it was finished and Mr Rickets was quick off the mark, immediately securing a deal with Larkfields to become the first owner. The car's original invoice to the value of £3,300 is supplied and it lists as extras the aforementioned Ford black paint at £37.39, bronze-tinted glass at £39.31 and full underseal treatment at £25.00. The car is also supplied with an operating guide within a plastic wallet, the original 175X Michelin tyres looking surprisingly well for their advancing years, the jack and wheel brace and the whole car is described as 95% original. Although MOT exempt, it has been gone through thoroughly , with the exception of the exhaust and is ready for an MOT should any potential buyer wish to do so.  We understand that it starts immediately and sounds sweet, probably not surprising given the tiny mileage.A glance at our images will confirm this little Escort's remarkable condition with an interior that is virtually 'showroom-fresh'. This is a one-off opportunity to purchase such a rare car and, with only 2,730 miles from new, is surely unrepeatable. The Ford was left in a Will, but has not been put into another name, so this is effectively still a 'one owner' car ! SpecificationMake: FORDModel: ESCORTYear: 1979Chassis Number: BBATUB79875Registration Number: YDW 944TTransmission: ManualEngine Number: UB79875Drive Side: Right-hand DriveOdometer Reading: 2730 MilesMake: RHDInterior Colour: BlackClick here for more details and images

Fabulous, road/race Series I, faithfully built as a 'Semi-lightweight' with genuine motorsport celebrity provenance.Offered here is a 1965 Jaguar E-Type Series I 4.2 Roadster with a fascinating provenance. Selected as a straight, corrosion-free bodyshell, 1E11338 was entrusted to respected XK and E-Type specialist, the late Jeremy Broad, to be converted into semi-lightweight specification ready for competition use. Jeremy Broad’s competition workshop was situated not far from Browns Lane and Broad followed the specification of the two special-order, semi-lightweight cars constructed by Jaguar Works in 1964. Impressed by the success of the 12 full-blown Competition Lightweights built to compete with Ferrari and Aston Martin in International GT competition, two, presumably very persuasive, customers managed to talk the factory into building something very similar for them, a left-hand drive Fixed Head Coupé for a prominent French collector and a Roadster for Sir Robert Ropner (4th Baronet) in County Durham. Interestingly, it's believed that 1E11338 wears the original bonnet from the Ropner car, presumably removed when the car was restored in an age when panel gaps mattered more than originality.Purchased in 1991 by Manx Motor Racing Club Director, Graham Warwick, and registered in the Isle of Man as 1E MN, Chassis 1E11338 was entered into the 1991 Mountain Challenge, a prestigious event organised to commemorate Britain’s greatest road race the Isle of Man Tourist Trophy and the 30th Anniversary of the E-Type, to be piloted by Sir Stirling Moss. Sir Stirling was full of praise for the car, comparing his laps of the TT circuit in the E-Type with his races in earlier years on the Island’s British Empire Trophy course, saying “The car was pretty good, but it needs to be damped down a little, made more taught if we were going to try really hard!  It handled nicely, behaved quite well, and was comfortable”. As a result of Sir Stirling's observations, 1E11338 was then further developed by the legendary Peter Lander of Sigma Engineering in conjunction with marque specialists, Pearson’s Engineering, probably the world’s most famous preparers of C, D and E-Type Jaguars. Graham then went on to win the Manx Classic sports car event outright in this car.A decade after Sir Stirling’s time with 1E11338, the car was invited to Donington Park to celebrate the 40th Anniversary of the E-Type, this time to be steered by Le Mans and British/World Touring Car star, Win Percy, who reportedly left his D-Type in order to drive the Semi-lightweight. 1E11338 also appeared nationally and internationally including an outing at Jarama in Spain.The 4.2-litre engine is currently in fast-road tune, with a Sigma head, performance cams and pistons, balanced crank, lightweight flywheel, hi-torque starter, triple Webers, Power-Lock LSD, adjustable shocks, Safety Devices roll-bar, uprated springs, lowered suspension, vented boot, alloy radiator and header tank, internal rear brake access panels, FIA-type foam-filled tank with alloy case and a five-speed gearbox (Jaguar’s later Le Mans E-Type lightweights had 5-speeed boxes in the 60s).This unrepeatable E-Type has recently been subject to a thorough mechanical overhaul and sympathetic restoration work which included fresh paint whilst thoughtfully preserving the original 1991 Manx Mountain Challenge decals. The history file includes a wealth of evidence supporting the fascinating provenance including an entry in the Peter Griffiths book ‘E-Type Factory and Private Competition Cars’. More recently, it has been invited to attend a number of prestigious events including the E-Type's 60th Anniversary celebrations and was chosen by the Schwetzingen Palace International Concours 2021 to feature in a series of paintings by artist Mauricio Franco to publicise the event. Further documentation within the history file includes; FIVA identity card issued in 2019, expired FIA papers issued 1998, signed images and correspondence with Win Percy, 1991 Manx Mountain Challenge official programme, correspondence between Graham Warwick and Jeremy Broad, a copy of Classic Jaguar magazine with a full feature titled ‘Perfect Pedigree’, Invitations to have the E-Type feature at Amelia Island Concours d’ Elegance, a copy of 1991 Jaguar drivers magazine with feature, many photos and clippings, race timing paperwork, old registration documents and copies and a wealth of invoices for recent attention.The car is absolutely on the button, performs well and will continue to turn heads outside the pub, at any classic car event or sat in Parc Ferme after a racing event and, despite its provenance and focused appearance, is remarkably well behaved on the road and docile in traffic.SpecificationMake: JAGUARModel: E-TYPEYear: 1965Chassis Number: 1E11338Registration Number: EOL 584CTransmission: ManualDrive Side: Right-hand DriveOdometer Reading: 13000 MilesMake: RHDInterior Colour: RedClick here for more details and images

A fabulous Defender with just 3,426 miles and featuring a beautifully engineered gun cabinet. An icon for over 68 years, production of Land Rover's Defender ceased in January 2016 with more than 2,000,000 models built since the original Series 1 arrived in 1948. Never has there been a car that has so captured the imagination of the world. Land Rovers have saved lives, won wars, delivered aid and hope, conveyed Kings and Queens and numerous Popes, ferried injured animals from the lowliest sheep to the proudest lion to safety. The Land Rover has conquered ravines, deserts and snow, broken records and along the way won the hearts of millions.During the final years of the Defender’s production, a new 2.2 turbo diesel was now standard and XS specification cars had redesigned seating trimmed in leather and Alcantara, heated to the front. When this 'end of the line' Defender 90 was first registered on 1st March 2016 it was supplied in what is now regarded as the most popular combination for those who prefer tarmac to turf. Finished in Santorini Black in XS specification with tinted rear windows and standing four square on 16in factory “Boost” silver alloy wheels, this is the Land Rover for Chelsea or Cheltenham, neither vulgar nor dowdy, outwardly rather glossy but quietly capable when called upon to get dirty.An example of this overt capability is the fitment, by the previous owner, of a beautifully engineered aluminium gun cabinet, described, in a no nonsense fashion, by the manufacturer as the TransLock TL4 Storage Drawer. Made from high-grade aluminium with heavy-duty, silent-glide drawer runners, twin key locking handles, removable storage tray, fully adjustable drawer dividers and for added security a seven-lever lock. The larger draw has cut foam inserts for stowage of dissembled shotguns and our vendor informs us that it appears to be unused. As the fitting of the gun cabinet required the removal of the two rear forward-facing seats, the Land Rover will be presented to auction with the rear seats fixed back in place and the TL4 Storage Drawer, with its fixings, secured on its side in the rear in acknowledgement that most buyers would prefer the standard four-seat configuration.The previous keeper was registered in April 2016 and the Land Rover is offered to auction with just 3,426 miles, at the time of cataloguing. Consigned to auction by our vendor who bought the car in September 2022 to fulfil a lifetime ambition, which was not shared by his wife. The Defender may be loved by many but to the uninitiated the driving experience, by 2022 standards, is an acquired taste when used socially. As such, and with a sizeable lump of money tied up in a car bought for post-retirement jaunts, our vendor presents the car with a newly fitted top specification Thatcham alarm and tracker, the full book packs and an MOT valid until December 2022.SpecificationMake: LAND ROVERModel: 90Year: 2016Chassis Number: SALLDWBP7GA484482Registration Number: KX16 HBFTransmission: ManualEngine Number: 151019202637DT224 Drive Side: Right-hand DriveOdometer Reading: 3426 MilesMake: RHDInterior Colour: Black LeatherClick here for more details and images

Who would have guessed that Zenith Blue, Tangerine and Navy Blue would become the most iconic colours in the world of motorsport.An unusual subject for Tony Upson. Acrylic on board and measuring a substantial 62cm x 202cm.Click here for more details and images

Outright winner of the 1965 RAC Rally in the hands of Rauno Aaltonen, this remarkable Mini is a true British competition legend and, having formed part of highly regarded UK private collections over the years, DJB 93B is now offered on the open market.Unlikely though it may have seemed to anyone viewing an 848cc-engined 'Mini Seven' in 1959, when John Cooper got hold of it a few years later the resulting 'Mini Cooper' became the most successful works rally car of the 1960s. The Mini Cooper family's ultimate expression - the 1,275cc 'S' - won first time out in 1964 and became the works' frontline car from 1965 onwards, winning eight international rallies outright that same year, an amazing achievement.According to the British Motor Industry Heritage Trust, this now Morris-badged (though originally Austin) Mini Cooper 1,275S, 'CA2S7/662044', was built at Longbridge on 26th November 1964 prior to despatch on 2nd December to the MG Car Company at Abingdon where, like most BMC factory competition cars, it was issued with a Berkshire registration, in this case 'DJB 93B'. Following subsequent preparation by the Abingdon-based Competitions Department, initially as an Austin for export market reasons, it took part in the 1965 Swedish and Acropolis Rallies before finishing 13th in class on the Alpine and (as a Morris) winning the RAC Rally of GB in the legendary Rauno Aaltonen's hands.Having been driven to victory by Tony Fall on the Scottish Rally the following season, 'DJB 93B' rolled into retirement from Abingdon Competitions Department service during the 1966 Gulf London Rally and was not seen again until 1986. By 1991, ownership had transferred from clubman Jeff Wilson to Mini Machine of Darlington, from whom the project was taken on in 1996 by the highly respected and very successful Works Rally co-driver and subsequent World Rally Team Manager (Toyota, Mitsubishi etc) Phil Short, who commissioned a total restoration to original 'Works' specification.A correct and fully restored Mk1 body shell was employed, though with double-skinned exhaust tunnel, floor under driver's feet and cross-member, strengthened bulkhead steady bar bracket, steering rack mounts and rear shocker mounts all being to Abingdon specification. Although run initially in hydrolastic form, like most works Minis of the day, the car was given 'dry' suspension in period and is in this form today. Parts were sourced by marque specialist John Kelly while Simon Wheatcroft's workshop was responsible for the detailed build.The engine incorporates a 1,275S thick-flange block, linered and bored out +0.020" to 1,293cc; Omega dished pistons; Farndon cross-drilled crank in EN40B steel; fully machined conrods in EN24V; Downton No. 2 cam; and 12G940 cylinder head fed by twin SU H4 carburettors. Engine builder Bryan Slark, formerly with Downton, achieved a dynamometer reading of 117bhp at 7,000rpm and 1071b/ft torque at 5,000rpm. The transmission specification includes a 22G333 gearbox casing, straight-cut close-ratio pinions, straight-cut drop gears, 4.3:1 final drive and Quaife Torsen-type limited-slip differential. Following installation in the car, the rolling road showed 96bhp at 7,250rpm and 811b/ft at 4,250rpm. The engine is said to be extremely flexible from 3,000rpm and eager to rev to 8,000rpm at which point it sounds wonderful!As the early BMC roll-bar with single rear stay no longer complies with FIA/MSA safety requirements, a Safety Devices bolt-in full cage with easily removable front hoop was chosen. 1964 glass windows have been used, while the heated screen and all trim, as well as the Springalex-type steering wheel, air horns and internally mounted electric washers, are exactly as used on the 1965 RAC. The seats are exact replicas of the originals: the driver's a bucket-type with tubular frame, the co-driver's reclining. The works dash and well-equipped navigator's department are Abingdon-correct, while the Willans harnesses and FIA cut-out switch are compliant with current regulations.The electrics are authentic, having been wired by Stan Chalmers who, with John Smith of Lucas, used to wire-up all the factory cars. There are five extra Lucas lamps with quick-release brackets and a swivelling roof light with Aaltonen anti-glare scoop. Under-body protection is provided by a 'Scottish' sump guard with optional extension guard and battery skid. The wheels, six of them, are genuine magnesium Minilites shod with Yokohama A008 tyres: five new, one used. Roof and body, as well as engine and transmission, paint colours are all authentic. For display purposes, there is a December '65 tax disc.A most impressive history file contains signed and dated BMIHT Heritage Certificates pre- and post-rebuild confirming manufacturing, registration and competition history; Abingdon 'Build Sheets' for 1964 RAC Rally; BMC Homologation Forms from period; FIA Historic Vehicle Identity Form; current MSA Competition Car Logbook; MoT Test Certificates 1986-July 2007; two folders of original invoices; and current Swansea V5C registration document. Photograph albums record the car's restoration, wiring and engine - both in build and on the dyno - and winning drivers Aaltonen and Fall with it at the Abingdon Reunion. On the front covers of Autosport (December 1965) and Mini World, 'DJB 93B' has also featured in several other publications, copies of which accompany the car also.'DJB 93B's BMC factory team rally history:1965 Swedish (Rauno Aaltonen) retired, mechanical1965 Acropolis (Timo Makinen) retired, mechanical1965 Alpine (Pauline Mayman) 13th in category1965 RAC (Rauno Aaltonen) 1st overall1966 Scottish (Tony Fall) 1st overall1966 Gulf London (Tony Fall) retired, accidentThis is one of the most correctly specified and detailed ex-works Minis around. Since completion in 1998, the car has been maintained regardless of cost (as confirmed by bills on file) and always garaged in a heated and dehumidified motor house. Apart from regular exercise on various historic rally 'fun runs' as part of the 'Slowly Sideways Group', 'DJB 93B' has also been successfully hill climbed and sprinted with a win in the 2001 Midland Speed Classic Championship. The car purchased at Bonhams' 'Race Retro' sale at Stoneleigh, Warwickshire in March 2007 (Lot 306), since when it has been invited to the Goodwood 'Festival of Speed' where it was driven again by Rauno Aaltonen in 2010.While other ex-works cars come onto the open market from time to time, many of them are likely to cost very much more again to restore and then involve even further expenditure to return them to period-correct specification. Few are likely to have been prepared to the standard of authenticity to be found on this car. 'DJB 93B' has been rebuilt as far as has been practical to the original specification in which it would have started the 1965 RAC Rally, which it won, making it the only Mini ever to do so. SpecificationMake: MINIModel: COOClick here for more details and images

A mini piece of Italian exotica, carbonfibre monocoque chassis, dual dry clutch gearbox and only 8,000 miles from new; this example also benefits from some incredible upgrades. A rear-wheel drive, mid-engined sportscar based around a lightweight carbonfibre chassis? That'll be a McLaren or a Lamborghini, right? Not in this case. Alfa Romeo has long been a brand of unfulfilled promise. With the 4C, it got itself right back on track and its construction really does put it among some very rarefied machinery indeed. Back in 2013, it had been 30 years since we'd seen a real Alfa Romeo sports car for real people, but then came the 4C. Immediately there was a lineage to the 4C’s bigger sibling, the 8C Competizione (2007-2010), with its carbonfibre bodyshell, this now modern-classic supercar regularly demands £250,000-plus; furthermore, the 8C was produced for Alfa Romeo by Maserati, the very people who lovingly took on the task of hand-assembling the 4C, its populist successor. That fact is significant and will continue to be, as history judges the Alfa Romeo 4C. Make no mistake, the 4C is a proper, bespoke, and gorgeous driving machine.For now, perhaps, it is content with being a lightweight, mid-engined, rear-wheel drive sportscar (that just happens to hand-built and composite bodied), which makes the most of a relatively small engine with its lack of mass and impeccable handling - in short, the type of Alfa Romeo they used to build and that almost anyone could aspire to own.The light rigid chassis, the wide track and a low centre of gravity aided by a McLaren-style electronic Q2 differential (that utilises the brakes to do the work of an LSD) all add up to impressive road-holding and cornering traction, however, it wasn't particularly happy on British roads. In retrospect, Alfa Romeo and indeed every other manufacturer who wants to offer their products in the UK, should have developed the car on the UK's finest lumpy lanes, on the grounds that if it worked here, it would have worked anywhere. In the end, the driving improvement duties were happily taken on by equally clever folk in the aftermarket. Chassis 'fixes' from a plethora of specialists quickly resolved any bumpy B-road misgivings and give the 4C the handling ammunition it needs to take on and likely beat all-comers on all roads.Enter the car presented here, a 4C developed by a real enthusiast with a truly impressive specification. Our vendor happily relinquished his 4C (already supplied with the Race Pack) to the best-in-the-business, Alfa Workshop of Royston, Hertfordshire who have lavished all their expertise, plus servicing dedication (regularly serviced, with cambelts on due-dates) on this car. Along with a full geometry set-up, Alfa Workshop also fitted an upgraded front anti-roll bar, plus an additional rear anti-roll bar and electric power-assisted steering – a real gamechanger for the driving experience - according to Alfa Workshop, who solely supply and fit this £6,000 EPAS upgrade, this is one of only three UK 4Cs to have benefitted from this improvement. It's also enhanced by the addition of a full KW coil-over kit, a mild ECU remap (280bhp), Helmholtz exhaust resonator, tailpipe, and carbon fibre tip, multiple KOSHI carbon-fibre parts (costing £8,000, includes interior, engine bay, rear diffuser), Tillett B5 carbon-fibre race seats (costing £2,000), plus lightweight magnesium Titan alloy wheels (costing £5,000, specially imported from the US, fitted with performance tyres that have covered less than 1,000 miles; the four original upgraded style of wheel accompany the car with tyres that have covered just 7,000 miles). The car also benefits from the application of PPF and is accompanied by a branded, fitted indoor car cover.Other upgrades include faux-suede headlining and sun visors, together with upgraded heater and ventilator controls, again, specially sourced from the US. All original components/parts will accompany the car, however, the cherished registration, 'S88 CCL' will not.The little Alfa has covered just 8,412 miles from new and, having benefitted from input from some very knowledgeable 4C people, it's almost certainly the best handling, most accomplished and totally 'sorted' example available.(Please not that the registration 'S88 CCL' will not come with the car, it will revert back to 'RX17 NUY'.)SpecificationMake: ALFA ROMEOModel: 4CYear: 2017Chassis Number: ZAR9600000M193033Registration Number: RX17 NUYTransmission: Manual Engine Number: 7661081 Drive Side: Right-hand DriveOdometer Reading: 8412 MilesMake: RHDInterior Colour: Carbon Click here for more details and images

A very good example of the desirable Series 1 that's covered just 41,123 miles from new.The much-revered Escort RS Turbo S1 was supplied in the distinctive Diamond White' body colour only. The engine utilised was a 1600 CVH unit modified to suit the higher loads and the application of a turbocharger, whilst also benefitted from computerised fuel injection and engine management incorporating boost control, producing a healthy 132bhp. It was the first front-wheel drive road car in the world to use a compact viscous-coupling design LSD instead of a normal mechanical LSD, which greatly improved cornering and drivability.Aesthetically, the RS Turbo was given a distinctive sporty appearance with a body-coloured front grill, bumpers and aerodynamic aids. The interior was trimmed in a combination of Monza and Cashmere fabrics and Recaro LS bucket seats were fitted as standard. Production was limited to only 5,000 examples and many were modified in period for racing and/or crashed.On offer here is a UK-supplied, right-hand drive example that indicated just 41,123 miles on the odometer at the time of cataloguing. ‘C558 JEP’ is a very well-known car amongst the RS Turbo scene and is accompanied by a really interesting history. There is simply way too much information to list here so we encourage interested parties to come and see this cracking S1 in the metal and spend time going through the file to fully understand its genuine story.Our vendor, who is lucky enough to own a significant collection of special Performance Fords, sought-out this particular car for his collection and is proud to have owned it. Coming to auction in fabulous condition, this special car is offered with a competitive estimate considering the low mileage and momentum behind recent sales of the RS Turbo S1.SpecificationMake: FORDModel: RSYear: 1986Chassis Number: WF0BXXGCABFE15970Registration Number: C558 JEPTransmission: ManualDrive Side: Right-hand DriveClick here for more details and images

A well-presented later example with 3.2-litre engine, recent clutch and excellent weather equipment.Testing a Lagonda 3-Litre in 1929, The Motor marvelled at the flexibility of the engine (capable of accelerating from 5mph to 80mph in top gear) and stated that it was “difficult to imagine a car nearer an ideal than one which combines the full performance of a speed model with the top gear performance of the best modern touring car.” Sentiments echoed by Motor Sport who declared the 3-Litre to be “a very pleasant car of very high quality and possessing that indefinable but very definite character which stamps the thoroughbred in every walk of life.”  In total, some 580 3-Litre models were made before it was replaced in 1934 by the new M45 (with the improved ZMBS chassis and Meadows 4.25 6ESC engine) and it's thought that only around 150 survive today.Delivered new to a customer in Victoria, Australia, this 1934 3.2-litre Lagonda was originally fitted with ST24A saloon coachwork. It was owned by the Williams family and would have been a very expensive purchase back then. By the late 1940s, it was in the hands of Bill Brooks who sold it to Don Frazer in Adelaide in 1961 who ran an engineering business. It was he who rebodied the car in its current form, a sporting four-seat tourer using the original scuttle, bonnet and wings. He kept it until 1972, passing it to Gordon Lindsay who was to enjoy the car for another few years before it moved to Tasmania to a new owner Bart Hutchings. He soon sent it to local restorer Nigel Grace for attention, the bodywork being refurbished and repainted green with black wings – the livery it wears today.A change of hands again and a trip to New Zealand followed, before arriving back in the UK in 1989 when it was registered MSU 895. Our vendor is a stalwart of the VSCC and knowledgeable Lagonda enthusiast and since purchasing the 3-Litre in 2005 he has enjoyed it very much and has kept on top of care and maintenance. Around three years ago, the door cards were retrimmed and a new hood and tonneau fitted, along with some restoration of the sidescreens and, in May 2020 he had a new clutch fitted, the invoice remaining on file for the parts from the Lagonda Club. It also comes with a copy handbook, manual and a 'Buff' logbookDescribed by our vendor as in nice but not concours condition, it runs and drives really well and looks to be a good usable example with attractive coachwork and decent performance.SpecificationMake: LAGONDAModel: 3-LITREYear: 1934Chassis Number: Z10888Registration Number: MSU 895Transmission: ManualEngine Number: 2637Drive Side: Right-hand DriveMake: RHDInterior Colour: Green LeatherClick here for more details and images

For many of us the real star of Ron Howard's 2013 film 'Rush'  was the McLaren M23 and we are delighted to have one of the 2 M23 replicas built for the film on our own Red Carpet.For those who haven't seen it, the 2013 Film 'Rush' was the story of the dramatic ups and downs of the 1976 Formula One Championship. Peter Morgan, the film's writer comments; "Set against the sexy, glamorous golden age of Formula 1 racing in the 1970s, the film is based on the true story of a great sporting rivalry between handsome English playboy James Hunt (Chris Hemsworth) and his methodical, brilliant opponent, Austrian driver Niki Lauda (Daniel Bruhl). The story follows their distinctly-different personal styles on and off the track, their loves, and the astonishing 1976 season in which both drivers were willing to risk everything to become World Champion in a sport with no margin for error: "If you make a mistake, you die". Peter MorganWhen asked if anything was wrong with the film after its premier, Niki Lauda famously quoted, ‘’Yes, just one thing, I can't have a piss-up with James afterwards.’’ He also said that he knew Peter Morgan as a scriptwriter was the only person he trusted to deliver a ‘non Hollywood’ production. The result was a highly acclaimed, reasonably accurate and totally charged depiction of one of Formula One's most closely fought World Championship deciders. (Maybe 2021 is a contender.)Two 1976 McLaren M23s were built as replicas to ensure the production team had drivable availability of a McLaren M23 on set and pro-drivers on standby. These were very clever replicas produced down to the finest detail and indistinguishable from the real car in the film scenes. Offered here is one of the cars which was purchased soon after the film debuted by our vendor who has enjoyed the adventure of ownership ever since. It displays a very convincing patina in the metal which takes you back, at first glance, as the iconic livery is etched into any motorsport enthusiast's mind from 1976- a season that elevated James Hunt to global English hero and sportsman, the like of which we may never see again. The car has been on static display for a number of years and, we understand, remains as it was when it came off the film set so may well require very little to make it run as in the film.Obviously not suitable for racing but, with a myriad of possibilities for promotion or just a fascinating addition to any collection, we are most intrigued to see where the next chapter of the story takes this 1976 McLaren M23 re-creation.SpecificationMake: MCLARENModel: M23Year: 1976Chassis Number: FILM CAR 1Registration Number: F CAR 1Transmission: ManualClick here for more details and images

Charismatic little 948cc-engined Turner 803 purchased new and raced by the legendary Betty Haig, Britain's most successful female competition driver ever.A member of the Haig Whisky family and a grand-niece of Field Marshal Douglas Haig, Commander of the British Expeditionary Force (BEF), Elizabeth (Betty) Haig (1905 -1987) was a lifelong enthusiast for all things motoring. She did well in rallies, winning an Olympic Medal in her first pre-war rally, in Germany, with a 1500cc, six-cylinder Singer, a car also used for a WASA trial and Brooklands driving. She then won the Paris-St Raphael Feminin Rally outright in her PB MG, and after the war she won the Ladies’ Cup and her class in the fantastic 1948 Alpine Trial in an AC. She went on a Monte Carlo Rally in an experimental Morris Minor with Elsie Wisdom and Barbara Marshall, and won the 1½ litre class in the very tough 1949 Alpine Trial with a works TC MG.She was equally competent on tarmac driving her HRG to a class-win in a Swiss hill-climb, changed to a Healey-Silverstone, raced a Cooper-JAP and a vee-twin Cooper 1000, drove the highest-placed foreign car, a Triumph TR2, in the 1952 San Remo Rally, raced her AC Ace at Goodwood and Brands Hatch, a Turner 803 in Italy and took Ladies’ Cups at Prescott and Shelsley Walsh with a Lotus Eleven. Then there was a TT MG Magnette raced at Goodwood and Silverstone, gaining a Coupe de Vitesse with an Austin-Healey 100 in a later Paris-St Raphael Rally, and breaking the Ladies’ Record at Prescott in a Lotus 23. A little later she shared a Ferrari with Yvonne Simons in the 1951 Le Mans 24 Hour race, finishing with an average of over 82mph to win the Coupe des Dames. She continued to race for years and loved Silverstone and particularly Goodwood where she competed on a regular basis, presumably using the little Turner in appropriate events. In 1966, Betty and photographer Guy Griffiths established the Historic Sports Car Club (HSCC).A letter in the large history file states that this car, #30/40, was bought new from Jack Turner through Swanden Motor Sales in Worthing by Betty Haig, and registered SUF 1 on 13th March 1957. It’s an 803 but according to a letter in the file, it was fitted with a 948cc A-Series and was, in fact, the prototype for the Turner 950 which commenced production a little later. It appears that at some point the engine was bored out to 997cc and we understand that £100 (a substantial sum then) was invested at Downton Engineering on further modifications. This ‘hot’ engine, although stripped and in need of repair, accompanies the car today which is currently powered by a 948cc unit, lightly modified for road use.In 1960, she sold the car to Isobel Robinson who at that time was the Public Relations Officer for BRM. She had started to compete in Eric Broadley’s 1,172cc Ford engined special (the forerunner to the Lola) before moving to the then Downton-tuned Turner. She owned it for three years continuing to use it in competition – some lovely period shots having been unearthed at the archive at the Beaulieu Motor Museum. The car then moved to Sue Taylor, a friend of Isobel's, who according to a letter from her in 2006, 'raced it a bit'. As a trainee nurse she found it all a bit expensive and part-exchanged it for a Mini. By 1964 the car was seen advertised in Motorsport (copy in file), Sue having kept the number SUF 1 which she still had on her modern Clio when the letter was written. It was re-registered 872 DRV.The story then goes quiet until 1979 when it was discovered, abandoned in Southampton. Recovered by Lee Barton and passed on to his father-in-law, Ken Edwards, its whereabouts was reported to the very active Turner Register. Issued with the age-related number TSV 483, photographs of it exist in a rather down-at-heel state in 1991 when owned by Dave Scott. Happier days lay ahead as the file also contains an invoice and photographs from 1994 of a body-off restoration by West Country Motorsports confirming that the work was completed to a high standard including race preparation. The car was then exported to the US in 1995 to begin the next stage of its life.#30/40’s racing career then took off again, with a series of strong finishes in the VSCCA Historic Race Series before returning to the UK in 2004 where the owner’s brother looked after it until 2012 when it was offered for sale. At that point, on 28th November 2012, it was purchased by our vendor, who’s collection includes some fairly exotic machinery, and was duly registered to him but, as is often the way, it was very rarely used.There is a lot of history with TSV including correspondence from the Turner Registrar, articles and features, old photographs, Turner/Fairthorpe magazines, a number of invoices, restoration details and photographs from 1994, lots of racing results from the US, import documentation, MOTs and V5s etc.Frequently photographed in period, this stunning little Turner is eligible for a wide range of events. It has the potential to be right up there in the thick of it thanks to the ever increasing power outputs squeezed from the remarkable A-Series engine, the superb handling characteristics and the car's light weight. As mentioned earlier, the original engine will be supplied with the car (will need to be collected) and with Betty Haig’s regular appearances at Goodwood and with sufficient investment it may well be welcome at all sorts of glamorous events.Not a concours contender but, with its active period competition history by a brace of well-known lady drivers, this venerable little Turner will no doubt attract a lot of attention wherever it goes. SpecificationMake: TURNERModel: 803Year: 1957Chassis Number: 30/40Registration Number: TSV 483Transmission: ManualEngine Number: 9M-U-H536670Drive Side: Right-hand DriveOdometer Reading: 5451 MilesMake: RHDInterior Colour: RedClick here for more details and images

Bought from Spike Milligan by Peter Sellers in 1968 and cherished until his death in 1980. Restored as a personal project by RS Williams for £45,000 in 2015.The Austin Motor Car Company launched the Twelve in 1921 and it proved to be hugely popular thanks to superior build quality across a range of models and an engine quoted as capable of delivering some 40mph, tested, perhaps, on a steep gradient. Produced in 1930 this Austin Heavy Twelve Open Road Tourer Deluxe was bought by comedian Spike Milligan in the 1950s and affectionately nicknamed “Old Min”, inspired by the elderly spinster Minnie Bannister, a character from 'The Goon Show'. The car seemed to suit Spike’s appearance and personality but the car was to be coveted by another member of the Goons, the suave playboy of the group, Peter Sellers. The George Best of comedy and rarely seen without an attractive woman on his arm, Sellers famously owned some special Ferraris, naturally the latest Rolls-Royce and many Aston Martins, but “Old Min” had him under her spell.By this time Sellers had met the world-renowned Aston Martin specialist Richard Williams, who took on the role of the actor's 'fleet manager'. Having enjoyed the Austin for 11 years, Sellers gave 'Old Min' back to Milligan only to retrieve the car almost immediately as he felt his friend was failing to care for it properly. The car's history following Sellers' death in 1980 is not clear, but Richard Williams later became acquainted with one of the subsequent owners and was able to purchase 'Old Min' in March 2010.In 2012, Richard commenced a total restoration to Sellers' famously exacting standards, a long and painstaking process that would take the next three years to complete. The original hood was retained; the upholstery sympathetically refurbished; and the engine rebuilt by Vintage-era Austin specialist, Bob James. Richard spent over £45,000 on the restoration and his detailed summary of the costs may be found in the extensive history file together with old photographs, various invoices, magazine articles, and an original handbook inscribed 'Property of Spike Milligan – please return'. Used sparingly since the restoration the car was bought from the Richard Williams estate in May 2021 by our enthusiast vendor for family jaunts and is now offered to the next custodian.Shortly after the restoration’s completion, "Old Min" was road-tested by Andrew Roberts for an article in Classic & Sports Car magazine (March 2016 edition, copy on file) in which he succinctly sums up its unique charm. "This test possibly means more to me than almost any other I've done for C&SC," he declared. "In my day job as a film historian, I genuinely regard Peter Sellers, at the height of his powers, to have been the finest actor in post-war British cinema, and so the experience of riding in Old Min was on a par with another motoring scribe driving the former property of Graham Hill or Jim Clark."Photographs credited to Simon Clay.Period photographs part of the Lot.SpecificationMake: AUSTINModel: OLD MIN - HEAVY 12/4 CLIFTON OPEN ROAD TOURER DELUXYear: 1930Chassis Number: 68282Registration Number: GO 3252Transmission: ManualEngine Number: 68937L Drive Side: Right-hand DriveOdometer Reading: 10000 MilesMake: RHDInterior Colour: Dark RedClick here for more details and images

A beautifully restored, matching numbers 3.8-litre, ex-South African car finished in the most stunning combination of British Racing Green with Sage Green leather.For many, the definitive Jaguar sports saloon, the Mk2, was introduced in October 1959. A peerless blend of elegance and muscularity, its sleek lines clothed an evolution of the Coventry marque's first monocoque design. Powered by derivatives of the same XK DOHC straight-six engine that had swept Jaguar to five Le Mans victories, the Mk2 was quick to dominate contemporary saloon car racing. Equipped with coil-and-wishbone independent front suspension, a leaf-sprung Salisbury rear axle and servo-assisted four-wheel disc brakes, the range-topping 3.8 boasted nearly seven times the horsepower of a Mini 850 and a 126mph top speed! Blessed with one of the all-time great automotive interiors, its stylish instrumentation, rich wood veneers and sumptuous leather upholstery all conspired to cosset and cocoon its lucky occupants.This rather smart 3.8-litre example dates from 1964 and we understand returned to the UK in 1990. It's a UK-supplied, right-hand drive car and was converted from a manual gearbox to automatic during its restoration by P and K Thornton in 1999. The Jaguar now presents very well in British Racing Green over Sage Green leather with new Apple Green carpets, a light grey headlining and excellent veneers. It looks very sporty with chrome wire wheels, Speedwell racing mirrors, chromed tailpipes and a Moto-Lita wood-rim steering wheel. Supplied with the car are invoices dated between 1992 and 2000 totalling £38,896 and in 2003 it was valued at £30,000. It has covered 96,500 miles which is a bit academic with a restoration of this quality.This a beautifully presented Mk2 with all the right sporting cues and, unusually, it's an automatic which opens up a whole new list of potential owners who, for one reason or another, are more comfortable without a clutch pedal.   SpecificationMake: JAGUARModel: MK2Year: 1964Chassis Number: A232768Registration Number: ENP 416BTransmission: AutoEngine Number: 7B647928 Drive Side: Right-hand DriveOdometer Reading: 96500 MilesMake: RHDInterior Colour: Sage Green leatherClick here for more details and images

An impressive collector quality, Mk1 2-litre Transit, LWB, twin-wheel panel van from 1972.  On offer here is a very special example of one of the best selling commercial vehicles in history. Naturally, it's a Ford Transit, specifically a Mk1, LWB, twin-wheel, panel, 'custom' panel van. The vendor informs us that being a 'custom' model, it boasts features such as both left and right-hand side loading doors, up-and-over barn doors, improved seats and wood-effect dashboard trim.The odometer reads 7,071 miles, which could well be correct, and the owner believes it to be, as it was kept in a heated garage for over 40 years during the early part of its life. Once this long-term storage ended, the Transit was then bought by a previous owner, who decided to paint the van inside and out and detailed the engine whilst it was removed for the paint job at the same time. This work was carried out by the, then, owner over a long period of time to ensure that it was done properly. The previous owner mentioned to our vendor that the van has never been welded, which we can't confirm, but given its history that may well be the case. Once the respray job was complete, the Transit was taken to various shows and competitions to show off its originality with a great deal of success.Shortly after this, our vendor bought the Transit to add to his private collection of significant Fords and it's resided in his collection ever since. It's complete with lots of 'period' touches including Air Horns, period wheel trims, a Radiomobile 8-Track player complete with some cartridges, a push button radio, an Operators Manual and an old copy of the Daily Mirror.Excitingly offered at No Reserve, this is a potential 'best-of-breed' contender when you consider its originality and condition and is perhaps an unrepeatable opportunity to acquire a rather special example of what is becoming a highly collectable vehicle.SpecificationMake: FORDModel: MK1Year: 1972Chassis Number: BC05MD54245Registration Number: EVN 137LTransmission: ManualDrive Side: Right-hand DriveMake: RHDClick here for more details and images

Rare, UK-supplied WRX-STi Type UK. Collector's quality modern classic and just 4,974 miles from new.Introduced at the 2001 Frankfurt Show, the STi is powered by a 265bhp 2.0-litre flat four engine, but don't be fooled into thinking that it's merely a case of plugging in a more aggressive engine management chip or a bucket-sized turbocharger. The later 2003 facelifted car followed the same theme with revised suspension and a few engine tweaks.Differences to the regular WRX include special gold-coloured spoked alloy wheels, colour-keyed sill spoilers and an interior featuring blue suede-effect seats with STi logos and red stitching for the steering wheel, gear knob and handbrake lever. Also, inside - and sure to please enthusiasts - is a switch to spray the intercooler with water. Another device allows the driver to pre-set a warning buzzer and light to guard against over-revving the engine. On opening the bonnet, the engine compartment greets owners with a dramatic mixture of colours and detailing. The intake manifold, for example, is painted in red and the enlarged aluminium intercooler emblazoned with STi lettering. In addition, the STi Prodrive Style features a massive high-riding boot spoiler, newly designed sill spoilers and a deeper, squarer front bumper. The grille and badging resemble the WRC rally car. Interior enhancements over the standard STi include dark blue-coloured instruments with red needles. Four colours were available: WR Blue Mica, Blue Black Mica, Premium Silver Metallic and Pure White, the latter two being available to special order only.The car presented here is a UK-supplied, 2003 Subaru Impreza WRX-STI Type-UK finished in WR Blue Mica that has covered just 4,974 miles from new. It was purchased by our vendor two and a half years ago from a Subaru main dealer, where it had been used by the Dealership Principal as his personal car. Prior to that, it had belonged to a local couple who bought the car from new and then changed ownership from the wife to the husband at the same address, where (we are told) it was cherished in its own heated and carpeted garage from 2003 to 2020 presumably contributing to the car’s superb condition. Our vendor has carried on the tradition and also keeps the car in a dry and carpeted garage emerging occasionally to cover 243 miles in his ownershipIt’s supplied with all its Prodrive Performance Pack upgrades, original alloys and one replacement key with everything else kept original apart from the front headlamps cosmetic upgrade. It’s accompanied by the original book pack and stamped service book which shows three stamps: at 1,000 miles on 17th April 2003, a 10,000 mile service on 2nd April 2005 when showing 2,598 miles and finally a 60,000 mile service (see invoice attached) showing in the booklet as ‘Full Service & Cambelt’ as the 3rd stamp and showing 4,730 miles on 12th March 2020. All precautionary replacement of parts from the full service in March 2020 have been retained by the owner and will be available for the new owner if preferred. Our vendor’s local garage completed MOTs in March 2021 (no advisories), and March 2022 (no advisories) with an oil service at the same time.These are special cars and, should you be in the market for one, this superbly presented example ticks all the boxes; 4,974 miles, a detailed service history, and three owners - two fastidious enthusiasts split by a Subaru Dealer Principal who wanted to keep it for himself. SpecificationMake: SUBARUModel: WRX STIYear: 2003Chassis Number: JF1GDBKH33G027681Registration Number: AK03 FAMTransmission: ManualDrive Side: Right-hand DriveOdometer Reading: 4974 MilesMake: RHDClick here for more details and images

Rare South African, two-door, long stick Range Rover Classic recently sympathetically restored.The no-nonsense Land Rover was an unashamed agricultural workhorse and, though fully roadable, was never intended to cosset its occupants. Therefore, from day one, there lay scope for the production of a sibling that combined the Landie’s much vaunted off-road prowess with a greater degree of on-road chic and comfort. Though various such plans were mooted in the 1950s, it was the emergence of the SUV market in America a decade later that finally convinced Rover to create such a model. Spen King famously oversaw the 100 inch Station Wagon project that was finally revealed to the world as the Range Rover in 1970 - a David Bache design that created a whole new genre of go-anywhere vehicles, which remains in full bloom today.This right-hand drive, manual gearbox, two-door Range Rover Classic was imported from South Africa in 2018 by the car's previous owner who purchased it from a friend who lives out there. Once back in the UK, it was subject to a sympathetic restoration over a two-year period which included a glass-out respray in Lincoln Green, new tan interior including the headlining, new fuel tank, fuel pump, steering box, alternator, refurbished carbs, a full brake overhaul, five new tyres and the wheels powder coated in silver.Purchased just over two years ago by our vendor, it has been lightly used and regularly serviced by him during that period and still presents beautifully. The odometer indicates some 43,000 miles, but naturally this is not warranted, and the car is supplied with its V5C and some previous history and restoration bills.Two-door Classic Range Rovers are wholly endearing and always seem in fashion, blending in effortlessly whether at Goodwood or a local country show, and this nicely restored example will be welcome anywhere. SpecificationMake: LAND ROVERModel: RANGE ROVERYear: 1979Chassis Number: 35753919Registration Number: EEL 827TTransmission: ManualEngine Number: 24G04105BDrive Side: Right-hand DriveOdometer Reading: 43000 MilesMake: RHDInterior Colour: Tan VinylClick here for more details and images

Fastidiously restored Cooper in 'better than new' condition.This super little Cooper was found in a garden in Newquay with a Conifer tree growing though it and was duly rescued from its role as a garden ornament and shipped to its new owners in Coventry where it began its transformation. They are technical motor engineers by trade who are, more often than not, building E-Type bodies for Jaguar amongst many other aspects of car refurbishment and CAD work. Inevitably, this was always going to be a detailed restoration from the start. As the Mini's bodyshell was beyond hope, a brand new Heritage Shell was purchased and the remains of the original car stripped out. Brand new front and rear subframes were fitted along with all new braking components and new suspension parts. The engine and gearbox were rebuilt by Crafted Classic Tuning, a Mini specialist and fitted with a coil and alternator in place of the dynamo, however, both original parts are with the car should its next owner be fanatical about originality. We understand that this aspect of the restoration cost a fairly substantial £7,000.The restoration of the Cooper's interior was entrusted to Hamilton Commercials, acknowledged as one of the best in the business, utilising the original Red /Gold Brocade fabrics, Tartan Red carpets and, with the addition of a Moto-Lita wood-rim steering wheel, the result is simply stunning. The beautiful paint finish was the handiwork of ATD in Coventry in the original Old English White with a Black roof and the car was treated to a brand new set of Cooper steel wheels and branded new rubber.KAF 370E is supplied with a small history file which basically shows all the invoices for the recent works completed during the restoration and makes interesting reading along with a Heritage Certificate showing this to be a matching numbers car. The odometer indicated 38,148 miles when it was extricated from the undergrowth and the car has covered around 100 bedding-in miles since completion.This is a very impressive restoration with every nook and cranny indicating quality and attention to detail and, whether its new owner wishes to enjoy it on the Concours Lawn or simply buzz around doing the things that Mini Coopers do best, it's bound to be a lot of fun and attract admiring glances. SpecificationMake: AUSTINModel: MINIYear: 1967Chassis Number: C-A257/1013978Registration Number: KAF 370ETransmission: ManualEngine Number: 9FD-SA-H/25992Drive Side: Right-hand DriveOdometer Reading: 38153 MilesMake: RHDInterior Colour: Red/GoldClick here for more details and images

The third of just three factory right-hand drive 'AXI' UK-spec cars and offered from the personal collection of the historian of The DeLorean Owners' Club UK.The story of the three right-hand drive, UK-specification cars produced by DeLorean Motor Cars Ltd., for demonstration and senior managerial use is a little known tale. Who better to tell the story than our vendor, Christopher Parnham, co-author of “DeLorean: Celebrating the Impossible” and former Secretary and current historian of the DeLorean Owners’ Club UK. He informs us that in early October 1981, three grey-interior cars, one manual and two automatics were taken directly off the production line, re-engineered to produce 150bhp, a significant improvement over the US specifications cars with 130bhp, the brakes were upgraded and the rear light clusters redesigned. Converted to right-hand drive by Wooler-Hodec Ltd., all three cars were registered sequentially as AXI 1697, AXI 1698 and AXI 1699, the second automatic car. These cars, however, should not be compared with the earlier 20 or so US-specification cars with black interiors that were also converted by Wooler-Hodec to right-hand drive during the problematic first months of production.There are numerous features unique to the 3 AXI cars; the small round side indicator repeaters - instead of two long ones, the black front grille with its integral DMC badge, the headlight trims were only on AXI 1697 and AXI 1699 (and subsequently AXI 1698), the roof antennas are unique to the three AXI cars as are the twin brake servos. All three cars had special UK rear-lights and the black f/glass trim surrounds made by William Towns were originally unique but the purchasing department went on to copy some for other RHD cars and they all had 140mph speedometers rather than the normal 85mph.One of the “AXI” cars was due to be displayed at the International Car Show in Birmingham but on press day, 19th October 1982, John DeLorean was arrested during a $24,000,000 drug sting, although later acquitted, it was to seal the fate of the company. The Official Receivers sent AXI 1699, along with five left-hand drive cars, to auction and they were sold on the 25th November 1982. A press clipping of the sale, featuring a photograph of this car, states that a London dealer, Mr Tony Clutterbuck, bought AXI 1699 for £15,250, the highest price of the day.A magazine article, published in January 1983, reviews this very car, now registered “MGJ 126Y” and is perhaps the only “new car” review for a manufacturer no longer in business. Our vendor had been searching for this car for years and he found it in 2001, it had been off the road for decades, and whilst his initial offer was turned down, he finally secured the car in 2018, reuniting it with stable mate AXI 1698 that he had owned since the 1990s. The story of the hunt for AXI 1699 featured in the Winter 2018 edition of DeLorean News, the club’s magazine.Recommissioned and subsequently replated with its original AXI 1699 registration number, the car has been displayed at numerous events and at the NEC Classic Motor Show twice. With advancing years limiting our vendor’s mobility, the DeLorean car is reluctantly offered to auction. The odometer reading of 23,387 miles, at the time of cataloguing, could well be accurate given the car’s known history, and it will be accompanied by a hardback copy of “Motor Makers in Ireland” by John Moore that features this very car on the cover and signed for the vendor by John DeLorean himself, a number of receipts and invoices, various press clippings, the V5C and an MOT valid until May 2023.AXI 1699 has a fascinating story that very few cars can claim; a documented history starting on the production line and one of three variants of a single model manufactured by a company whose founder inspired two biographical Hollywood films and lest not forget the DeLorean’s enduring legacy as one of the most iconic movie cars of all time.SpecificationMake: DELOREANModel: DMC-12Year: 1981Chassis Number: SCEDT26T6B0005730Registration Number: AXI 1699Transmission: AutomaticEngine Number: 5596 Drive Side: Right-hand DriveOdometer Reading: 23387 MilesMake: RHDInterior Colour: Grey LeatherClick here for more details and images

An important piece of early Lotus history. The Earl's Court Motorshow car and still boasting some interesting and unique design features that never made it onto later production cars.The Lotus Elite Type 14, when first launched in 1958, put Colin Chapman and Lotus cars very firmly on the map. It utilised a monocoque construction which meant there was no separate chassis and the body was load bearing, and whilst this was becoming accepted practice, the Elite was the first time it had been attempted in glass-fibre. When combined with independent sporty suspension, a ZF gearbox, disc brakes, a Coventry Climax all-aluminium engine and a very low drag coefficient of just 0.29 - it made for a great drivers car. So much so that by production end in 1963 over one thousand had been produced and Lotus was now a credible British sports car manufacturer.The lilac-hued Type 14, chassis #1008 on offer here is a rather special car and an important part of early Lotus history. It is the eigth pre-production prototype Elite and was displayed on the Lotus stand at the 1958 Earls Court Motor Show. The car that followed it, #1009, is recognised as the first genuine production car and was originally purchased by one of Colin Chapman's favoured customers and friends, jazz legend Chris Barber. Initially, 008 was used by the then Lotus works driver, Keith Hall, for road use until 1960. This example and the other prototypes were being sold or lent to selected racing drivers in the late 1950s to gain publicity whilst at the same time discovering any weaknesses before full production started.After Keith Hall’s time with the car, chassis 008 passed in 1960 to its first private owner, who staggeringly kept it for the following 60 years! Under this long-term ownership the car was preserved in its Motor Show appearance both inside and out, as you can see by the charmingly original patina of the Lilac bodywork and original yellow interior. Documented in the huge accompanying history file are details and letters regarding the installation of a 1,500cc Cosworth-modified Ford engine, with a close ratio gearbox due to the poor reliability of the original 1,220cc Climax. This unit was fitted relatively early in the car's life as you’ll see in the letter dated 9th March 1964 to Mr Costin by the then owner.The result of this change meant a huge improvement in both the reliability and performance of 6 SML as recently confirmed by renowned marque expert, Paul Matty, who told Silverstone recently just how good this car is to drive today. Paul knows the car well and, in fact sold 6 SML to the current owner, who is only the second registered keeper, following his predecessor's 60 years of loyalty to the little Lotus.008 boasts some interesting and unique design features that never made it onto later production, one of which is the fuel tank which is encapsulated in the right front wing. There is an incredible amount of history accompanying this special car, far too much to list here as you can see from some of the accompanying photographs, so we highly recommend interested parties come see the car and the owner's file for themselves to really understand the history and preservation on offer here.By the time Elite production ceased in September 1963, 1,030 examples had been built and Lotus had developed from a company unheard of outside of UK club racing to one of the most famous racing teams in the world. They were about to be crowned F1 World Champions for the first time with Jim Clark, and were seen as established world players in road car manufacture with a mature market presence in the USA and elsewhere. The Elite played a big part in this remarkable feat of automotive industrial growth. It was Lotus' first 'grown-up', credible road car and laid down the foundations of the Lotus business that still exists today.Cars are only original once, and 6 SML needs be preserved and cherished by its next owner. We welcome and encourage any inspection of this important piece of both Lotus and British Automotive history.SpecificationMake: LOTUSModel: ELITEYear: 1958Chassis Number: 1008PRegistration Number: 6 SMLTransmission: ManualDrive Side: Right-hand DriveMake: RHDInterior Colour: YellowClick here for more details and images

A famous Turbo known as 'BADDIE' rediscovered after 20 years of hibernation; with a fascinating history, just 11,000 miles and originality to match; recommissioned ready for sale.Much of the Porsche 911's development had resulted from the factory's racing program and it was the period Group 4 homologation rules, which required 400 road cars to be built, that spurred the development of 'Project 930' - the legendary 911 Turbo. In production from April 1975, the Turbo married a KKK turbocharger to the 3.0-litre Carrera RSR engine in road trim; a combination that delivered 260bhp for a top speed of 155mph. In 1978, the Turbo's engine was enlarged to 3.3-litres, gaining an intercooler in the process, power increased to 300bhp and the top speed, of what was the fastest accelerating road car of its day, went up to 160 mph. But the Turbo wasn't just about top speed, it was also the best equipped 911 and amazingly flexible, hence only 4 speeds in the gearbox, being capable of racing from a standstill to 100mph in 14 seconds! The Turbo's characteristic flared wheel arches and 'tea tray' rear spoiler had already been seen on the Carrera model while the interior was the most luxurious yet seen in a 911, featuring leather upholstery, air conditioning and electric windows. More refined than hitherto, yet retaining its high-performance edge, the Porsche 911 Turbo sold in the thousands, becoming the definitive sports car of its age.The car presented here is a 1980 Porsche 911 (930) Turbo 3.3-litre and has a fascinating backstory. It is accompanied by the most intriguing and complete history file, full of handwritten letters and addressed invoices relating to its original owner, the legendary music industry figure, Peter Grant (5th April 1935 - 21st November 1995). Grant was best known as the manager of The Yardbirds, Bad Company and most famously Led Zeppelin from their creation in 1968 to their breakup in 1980. With his intimidating size and weight, confrontational manner, knowledge and experience, Grant procured strong and unprecedented deals for his band. He is widely credited with improving pay and conditions for all musicians in dealings with concert promoters. Grant has been described as "one of the shrewdest and most ruthless managers in rock history". In his early years, he had also been a bouncer, wrestler, actor, stunt double and eventually the president of Swan Song Records (LZ & Grant’s own label); hence, he was one of the wealthiest men in the music industry at his peak."Led Zeppelin manager Peter Grant didn’t just rule his band, he ruled the entire music industry.’"Marital problems, diabetes, cocaine addiction and the death of Led Zeppelin drummer John Bonham all took their toll on Grant's health and after the official breakup of Led Zeppelin in 1980 (and the subsequent folding of the Swan Song label in 1983) he virtually retired from the music business to his private estate in East Sussex. However, towards the end of his life, he conquered his addiction and lost a significant amount of weight. His first public appearance for many years was in 1989, when he and Jimmy Page both attended a Frank Sinatra concert at the Royal Albert Hall. Grant subsequently sold his estate and moved to nearby Eastbourne. In 1992, he appeared in the film ‘Carry on Columbus’ as a cardinal and in his remaining years, Grant became a keynote speaker at music management conferences, where he was lauded by latter-day peers.On the afternoon of 21st November 1995, Grant suffered a fatal heart attack while driving to his home at Eastbourne with his daughter Helen. He was 60 years old. Grant was buried on 4th December 1995 at the cemetery opposite his mansion, with the funeral service held at St Peter and St Paul's Church, Hailsham, East Sussex. Coincidentally, it was the 15th anniversary of Led Zeppelin's official breakup. His final public appearance had been at the last night of the Page and Plant tour at the Wembley Arena in July 1995. Grant was survived by his son Warren Grant and his daughter Helen Grant.Unbeknown to lots of people, Peter Grant was also a big car fan and collector, owning, amongst others, a Dino GTS and a 1930 Bentley Speed Six which appeared in the Led Zeppelin film ‘The Song Remains the Same’, with Grant driving his wife in it at their home Horselunges Manor.In July 1980, Grant bought a brand-new Porsche 911 (930) Turbo 3.3-litre from Duncan Hamilton & Co. Ltd, specially ordered in Black with a full Burgundy Hide interior (including dashboard and knee roll), with air conditioning and a sunroof. So taken was he with this car, he registered it (from new) with his number plate ‘BAD 1’ (which was given to him as a Christmas present from the members of Bad Company; Grant also had ‘LZ 1’ on his Range Rover). By the early 1990s, Grant was a fully signed-up and active member of Porsche Club GB, attending and displaying his car at numerous events right up until his death (in 1995); at this time, his Porsche was very well-known, referred to as ‘BADDIE’.The car was seldom used (in no small part due to him being in his reclusive period from 1980 until 1989) mostly taken to shows and car events, being always serviced at Porsche main dealers (Malaya of West Sussex and Rivervale of Hove etc.), racking up only 6,000 miles by 1993. Peter died in 1995 and in June 1996 the car passed to his son Warren (registered in his name). It wore ‘BAD 1’ until 1998 (replaced then with ‘GGM 107V’). In 1998 the car (then with 7,000 miles) was reoffered (via a letter written by Warren Grant) to Duncan Hamilton & Co. Ltd. to sell (there are invoices to them for remedial work to get it ‘sale ready’). They advertised the car for sale in 1998/1999 (now with 9,000 miles) for £31,950, whilst at this time it also featured in a Porsche book.In February 1999, it was bought by Mr Ceanam Baird of Farnham, who kept the car until 2001, when Duncan Hamilton & Co. Ltd (again) sold it to Mr Michael Corregan of Cobham (but didn’t register to himself). Our vendor then bought it from Michael Corregan in May 2002 (then with 9,950 miles covered – all corroborated by MOTs/invoices). Prior to doing the deal, our vendor had it professionally inspected by Autocheck (specialist vehicle surveys) run by an ex-Le Mans Porsche engineer (report in history file) who gave it a glowing report.Life and work took over for our vendor and his Porsche, so it was safely tucked away in his garage. He used it only a handful of times, as indicated by the current mileage of 11,124. There it has sat, unmoved and occasionally run-up, for the last 15 plus years. On deciding to sell the car, our vendor has wisely utilised the expert skills of William Francis Porsche of Suffolk to evaluate and recommission the car where required. At the time of writing, this process is still ongoing, but the originality, solidity and preservation of the car are evident and impressive. The condition is wholly commensurate with the 11,124 miles covered. The car is being given a thorough going-over, renewing all fluids, belts, numerous gaskets, tyres and other consumable parts that require it. The goal is to get the car to the best possible standard as is possible in time for the auction, which will involve a fresh MOT (passed 31/10/22).This car and its history file are very special things, both for classic car enthusiasts and for British rock music fans - a potent combination. Silverstone Auctions are very proud to be offeringClick here for more details and images

Displaying an odometer reading of 22,363 miles, this magazine-featured 450 SEL is the best example we have seen and is supplied with historical main dealer service receipts, the most recent of which is dated 2nd August 2022 - Offered Without Reserve.The Mercedes-Benz W116 range was produced between 1972 and 1980 and the first model to officially carry S-Class nomenclature, the S derived from the word ‘sonderklasse’, meaning 'special class'. If the S was partnered with an E, then the car was fitted with fuel injection, or ‘einspritzung’ and if it was tailed with an L, then it was the long wheelbase model. The W116 range offered smaller engines in the line up on standard wheelbases, but it was the 450 SEL, with its 4.5-litre V8 engine and extra legroom, that filled the gap in the market between the expensively ostentatious Silver Shadow and the cheaper, but thirsty V12 Daimler. Performance was comparable and the build quality set an industry benchmark, whilst the three-pronged star remained aspirational for a new generation. Produced between 1973 and 1980 the 450 SEL was the third most popular W116 model with 59,578 cars sold.As ever with a popular car, very few remain today in this condition, rarer still as a right-hand drive car, and naturally UK-supplied cars have faired the worst due to our weather. Cars of this era in this condition are rare but occasionally available, only found however when the first owner and subsequent custodians have cherished it. As such, this UK-supplied 450 SEL in Silver Blue metallic with dark blue velour interior is a testament to the car’s first owner, who took delivery on 1st September 1979. For whatever reason, he sold the car to a wealthy pub landlord in Bristol, William Mace in November 1979 and he kept it a bit longer, until 2005 in fact, as evidenced in the original registration documents that list the three subsequent owners, with the current keeper since 2014.The car was featured in the June 2006 edition of Classics Monthly, copy included, and the odometer reading was 13,608 miles. It sits on the correct set of 14-inch ‘Bundt’ alloy wheels and is shod in Michelin XWX tyres. Factory features include self-levelling suspension, an electric sunroof, climate control, electric windows and a period-appropriate Hitachi radio cassette player. The condition is commensurate with the odometer reading of 22,263 miles and the history file includes historic service receipts, previous MOTs and owner’s manuals. The car was serviced at a Mercedes-Benz main dealer on 2nd August 2022 and the MOT is valid until 1st August 2023.Quite simply one of the finest examples we have seen.SpecificationMake: MERCEDES-BENZModel: 450Year: 1979Chassis Number: 11603322093886Registration Number: XTC 494VTransmission: AutomaticEngine Number: 11798622049879 Drive Side: Right-hand DriveOdometer Reading: 22363 MilesMake: RHDInterior Colour: Blue VelourClick here for more details and images

Elegant, luxurious and superbly restored, this exquisite Mercedes Cabriolet simply makes a statement.Introduced at the Frankfurt Auto Show in April 1951, the 220 was in effect a six-cylinder cousin of the 170S utilising the same 2,845mm wheelbase chassis. Although closely based on the 170S, the 220 featured more modern styling, updated with headlamps integrated into the wings. With 80bhp available courtesy of its 2.2-litre overhead-camshaft engine, the 220 saloon was good for a top speed of around 140km/h, with 145km/h attainable by the drophead coupé-style Cabriolet A. In the best Mercedes-Benz tradition, these lovely Cabriolets were exceptionally well equipped. Just 1,278 examples of the 'Cabriolet A' found homes in the five years of production and, with less than a third of them remaining, they are now highly sought after.This particular example rolled off the production line in 1952 to begin a long and interesting life. Purchased in 2000, the Mercedes was used on a regular basis until 2013 at which point some improvements were deemed necessary, passing into the hands of Mercedes Specialists, ‘Storriers’, for their kind attention. After a six-year, chassis-up restoration to the very highest of standards this 220 Cabriolet A is once again truly outstanding.  The shell was 'soda-blasted' and refinished in gleaming Silver with a Deep Salmon hide interior and could be described as being in showroom condition such is the finish, so good in fact that, upon completion, it was placed at Mercedes World as a major exhibit. Every component has received attention with the 220 parts catalogue coming into its own, thankfully after seventy years Mercedes commitment to their older stable mates still remains a priority and the majority of components are still available. From the engine through the drive train to the interior and exterior everything has received the full attention deserved of a vehicle of this age and quality; German engineering at its finest. With minor use since completion, a period of further running-in is highly recommended. Your early inspection is welcomed and encouraged to fully appreciate the care and attention that have gone into bringing this exquisite Mercedes back to life.Imagine yourself on a June evening in this lovely 50s Mercedes, boulevarding through the colourful streets of Villefranche-sur-Mer, enjoying the warm Cote d'Azure air, turning left onto the quayside and rolling gently to a halt by the terrace outside La Mere Germain, to the polite applause of the knowledgeable diners who always appreciate a stunning classic. It doesn't have to be a dream, the Restaurant is still there and the car is here. Why not? SpecificationMake: MERCEDESModel: 220 CABRIOLET AYear: 1952Chassis Number: 1870120415252Registration Number: JSL 326Transmission: ManualDrive Side: Left-hand DriveOdometer Reading: 52624 MilesMake: LHDInterior Colour: Red HideClick here for more details and images

One of only 10 built by Vauxhall Dealers, Mamos of Greenford, with only three believed to still exist.A Vauxhall Chevette HS is a rare beast indeed, a Vauxhall Chevette ‘HS-X’ even more so and offers a very interesting alternative to the usual items on your 1980s shopping list.  Based on the increasingly desirable HS Homologation special the HS-X evolved under the watch of Mamos of Greenford, Middlesex, Vauxhall specialists, who described themselves as 'a different type of Vauxhall dealer' and were well known for producing ‘dealer specials’. The idea was penned by David Harley, and was based on the ‘Black Magic’ car by Wayne Cherry, and featured black paintwork rather than the traditional silver. The HS-X package also gave buyers the option to specify the graphics, making each car unique. They were marketed under the banner 'X-Rated. For Adults Only'  a bit corny but it was 1980. 10 cars were believed to have been built with just three still thought to exist.Purchased by the present owner and Vauxhall fanatic some 20 years ago, the Chevette has been lovingly cared for and preserved until this very day, remaining resplendent in its black paint with distinctive red decals. Under the bonnet sits the renowned 2,300 twin-cam unit mated to a 5-speed gearbox, sitting over the rally-bred and upgraded suspension with front and rear spoilers adding to the intrigue. Internally there are reclining front seats, extra dials, 2-speed wipers and floor to door carpeting for which you had to contribute an additional £1,400 over and above the list price, a King’s ransom back in the day!  Expertly restored including the recently rebuilt engine, this HS-X must surely represent what is one of the most desirable Vauxhalls of the era and one that would grace any serious collection. Your early inspection is welcomed and encouraged.Professional images to follow.SpecificationMake: VAUXHALLModel: CHEVETTEYear: 1980Chassis Number: 9B08RJY142612Registration Number: LLL 510VTransmission: ManualEngine Number: 3371302Drive Side: Right-hand DriveOdometer Reading: 86933 MilesMake: RHDInterior Colour: Black / Red VynilClick here for more details and images

Just 6,857 miles from new, UK-supplied as one of the 101 right-hand drive examples of the limited run of 500 of this very special Focus RS.Heritage has always been important to Ford and whilst the legendary Sierra RS500 was born on the race track the Focus gained its reputation on gravel. With a nod to both, the Ford Focus RS500 made its global debut at the Leipzig Motor Show on April 9th, 2010 and marked the final swansong for production of the remarkable, second generation, Focus RS. The new and more powerful, limited-edition Focus RS500 model was launched as the ultimate performance Ford to provide the definitive driving experience for serious performance car enthusiasts. The new model was given the RS500 designation to highlight its strictly limited production run of 500 individually-numbered vehicles and featured a muscular 345bhp, 2.5-litre, 5-cylinder engine, which generated 15% more power than the standard Focus RS and delivered truly exhilarating performance.In the raw, the RS looked a bit of a 'beastie' with its gaping grille, 19-inch wheels, flared arches, deep diffuser, and a wing that would embarrass a Porsche Turbo, leaving you in no doubt about its intentions. However, the limited-edition RS500 is even more dramatic, sporting a unique matt black 'foil' paint finish with matching alloy wheels and delivering a powerful visual impact unmatched by any other production Ford. The last of these remarkable vehicles left Ford's Assembly Plant in Germany during September 2010 and have been sought after by collectors and enthusiasts alike in later years, with low mileage examples commanding a premium.Offered here is car Number 160 of the 500 built and was first registered in the UK on the 14th October 2010 as one of just 101 right-hand drive examples. With such a limited supply of right-hand drive cars and with many going to the enthusiast led UK-market, these cars were in high demand internationally. This car subsequently joined a “moving” car collection in Hong Kong in 2011 and used sparingly and maintained accordingly, as service receipts during this period show. The car was repatriated back to the UK by our vendor and registered to him on the 19th April 2022 with the DVLA, issued with the original registration number. We note that online registration records show that the car was not officially listed as exported and the accompanying V5C declares our vendor listed as the second keeper.Serviced on the 5th May 2022 at a cost of £1,824 (detailed in the accompanying Service Records), the MOT is valid until 7th April 2023 and the underbody photographs of the car speak for themselves. This car’s mileage of 6,857, at the time of cataloguing, is matched by the superb condition and represents a unique opportunity in the modern Fast Ford market. As a 'limited edition', the mileage is low enough to be of interest to collectors but not so low that annual incremental increases would detract from the car’s desirability in years to come. This car was designed for the Ford driver who respects heritage, engineering and performance to be enjoyed not just by the driver but also the roadside enthusiast. Our vendor has a passion for Fords and will be investing the sales proceeds into an older performance Ford.SpecificationMake: FORDModel: FOCUSYear: 2010Chassis Number: WF0GXXGCDGAJ86660Registration Number: SY60 VPZTransmission: ManualEngine Number: AJ86660 Drive Side: Right-hand DriveOdometer Reading: 6857 MilesMake: RHDClick here for more details and images

Absolutely magnificent and an incredibly rare survivor, this right-hand drive, W186 300 is on offer from an important Mercedes-Benz Collection.Daimler-Benz AG emerged from the smoking rubble of World War II in somewhat precarious health, with production plants that had been pretty comprehensively levelled by Allied bombing. Far from being a broken nation, the resilience of the workforce was remarkable and Mercedes-Benz resumed car production in 1946, albeit with the pre-war 170V, a modest middle-class car that had been their best-seller in the 1930s. However, in less than six years, the company was sufficiently confident to return to the luxury market when the Mercedes 300 was introduced at the 1951 Frankfurt Motor Show and for the duration of the 50s, Mercedes-Benz prestige line-up was based on the 300 range, at the heart of which was essentially the same superb 2996cc overhead-camshaft six-cylinder engine found in the legendary 300SL 'Gullwing'.The 300 Saloon was aimed squarely at Captains of Industry and Heads of State - indeed, the model was nicknamed 'Adenauer' after Konrad Adenauer, the first Chancellor of the Federal Republic of Germany. In office from 1949 to 1963, he employed six custom convertible, hardtop, and landaulet versions during his tenure. Inside, the 300 was beautifully executed in polished wood, with deep bucket seats trimmed in either cloth or leather and a division was available as an option for those who preferred to be chauffeur driven. Improvements came with the 300B of 1954 in the form of twin Solex carburettors, along with servo-assisted brakes and minor styling changes while the 300C model of September 1955 saw the option of a Borg-Warner 3-speed automatic for the American market.Offered here is a truly magnificent and rather rare right-hand drive Mercedes-Benz (W186) 300 ‘Adenauer’ finished in glorious green with grey leather upholstery. First registered in October 1954, today this spectacular saloon indicates 45,563 miles at the time of cataloguing which, although cannot be officially verified, is understood to be correct. Consigned from over 30 years in a private Mercedes-Benz collection and selected for its superb condition, the 300 has benefitted from correct dry storage over the years, has been enjoyed occasionally and is well maintained. The interior is well-preserved and the original grey leather upholstery, wooden door caps, veneers, Bakelite and chrome all present with a patina commensurate with the car’s age. Accompanying the car is a history file including the old registration documents, MOTs and related paperwork. We are informed the classic Mercedes-Benz will be presented to auction fully serviced and checked over ready for any inspection.This is an important car. The moment it rolled off the ship in 1954 marked the beginning of the end of many years of hostility and the start of nearly 70 years of a growing relationship between two great industrial nations. It's difficult to look out of your window now and not see a sleek example of German style and advanced Teutonic automotive engineering and this dramatic Mercedes 300, with its elegant looks and modern technology, was one of the handful of cars that took that first step. SpecificationMake: MERCEDES-BENZModel: 300DYear: 1954Chassis Number: 1860114500740Registration Number: 620 HYXTransmission: ManualDrive Side: Right-hand DriveOdometer Reading: 45563 MilesMake: RHDInterior Colour: GreyClick here for more details and images

Just as you would hope to find one! An unrestored, single owner, hot-hatch legend with a comprehensive up-to-date service history and just 57,000 miles.It’s the early 1990s, and the 1.8-litre Clio 16v is locked in combat for hot-hatch glory with the ageing Peugeot 205 GTI 1.9. It’s a better car by many objective criteria, but not a convincingly faster one and, in the eyes of many, the GTI still holds the crown. It took a truly special car to convincingly wrestle supremacy away from Peugeot, to really bury the old-timer and to refine the class in the process. That car was the Clio Williams.Sold with the compelling marketing strategy of an F1 team association, the Williams was actually an homologation special in the familiar mould. It was built because RenaultSport wanted to go rallying and the class maximum displacement stood at 2.0-litres. Given this was still the era of homologation into classes A and N, Renault simply had to build 2,500 road cars to qualify, although it would eventually build many more. The initial production run of the Clio Williams was limited to just 5,400 examples, of which only 390 arrived in the UK.Naturally, RenaultSport did a thorough job. The suspension used a reinforced front subframe borrowed from the Clio Cup racer, plus uprated springs, dampers, rear torsion arms and thicker anti-roll bars. The track was increased by 34mm and the 7J Speedline alloys were half-an-inch wider than the 16v’s and distinctively gold. The gearbox was stronger, too, with revised ratios. There was just one exterior colour offered for the first generation of Williams – ‘449’ Metallic Sports Blue – and the cumulative effect of body (already blistered of arch, front, and rear, and bulging of bonnet from the 16v), paint and those golden wheels was as close to hot-hatch perfection as many felt it was possible to get. It's a small car with a wheel pushed to the very extremity of each corner; a little shorter, slightly wider, and significantly lower than a Clio 172 or 182.Codenamed ‘F7R’ and developed from the 16v’s 137bhp F7P unit, the new engine featured a longer stroke and bigger bore size, and benefitted from a stronger crankshaft (borrowed from the diesel Clio) plus new pistons, camshafts and conrods, with bigger valves and a lightweight exhaust manifold. Output was now 148bhp at 6,100rpm and 126lb/ft at 4,500rpm, not enormous by today's standards but 85% of the torque was available from 2,500rpm and the car only weighed 981kg. The car presented here is a 1994 Renault Clio Williams (Phase One), #0114, and was originally supplied through Trenton Renault of Hull to its first owner, who kept and treasured this cracking car right up until last year when, sadly, it passed to a family member (but not being registered to them, so this is a 0 previous owners car). It has been indulged from day one, being undersealed from new, always garaged, and annually serviced. The indicated mileage of 57,964 is fully verifiable, supported by its bulging history file and the car really is as good as it looks, having the sort of preservation and mechanical health that you'd associate with single-person, long-term, dedicated ownership. The current custodian has lost access to his storage so is reluctantly selling it, understanding that to keep such an original and low-mileage example in tip-top condition is a commitment and is perhaps best done by an marque enthusiast. To honour the car's superb condition and maintenance history, our vendor has made sure the car was fully serviced (on 02/12/21 at 57,628 miles, costing £1,460.99) making it absolute A1 and ready for sale (including a new timing belt and all auxiliary parts, plus five new Michelin tyres, even down to a repaired oil sender dial).These very special performance hatchbacks are now rare; even rarer in this sort of condition with one owner and a very worthy addition to any car collection based on its status, history and amazing state of conservation.SpecificationMake: RENAULTModel: CLIOYear: 1994Chassis Number: VF1C57M0510844744Registration Number: L910 DUETransmission: Manual Engine Number: 00C5561 Drive Side: Right-hand DriveOdometer Reading: 57000 MilesMake: RHDInterior Colour: Williams Click here for more details and images

Right-hand drive 599 GTB fitted with the HGTE handling pack and less than 14,000 miles.The Ferrari 599 took over from its predecessor, the 575, in the summer of 2006 and brought the front-engined V12 Grand Tourer into the modern age. Whereas the 550 and 575, even at their introduction, always felt like modern classics, the 599 was every inch a new-age Ferrari. The all-aluminium chassis, F1 SuperFast gearbox, F1-Trac stability and traction control, magnetic semi-active dampers and carbon-ceramic brakes all wrapped in aggressive, aero-optimised bodywork with minimal overhangs and maximum presence. Top billing, though, went to the engine - a lightly modified version of the Enzo's 6-litre V12 with a mighty 611bhp at 7600rpm, endowing Ferrari's new series-production flagship with truly sensational performance with 0-62 in 3.7 seconds and a top speed of 205mph.The Handling Turismo Evoluzione (HGTE) package was designed to deliver a more dynamic driving experience. The technical modifications included a modified set up with stiffer springs and rear anti-roll bar as well as new calibration settings for the magnetorheological shock absorbers and most notably yellow brake callipers. A letter from Ferrari, dated July 2016, within the car's history file, confirms that this 599 GTB (ZFFFD60C000164311) was built in right-hand drive at Maranello during September 2008 prior to being shipped to Hong She Motors Pte. in Singapore where it was registered SKX 1223K on 10th March 2009. It was imported to the UK in September 2016 by noted trader Michael Wise and sold via Foskers to our vendor who has owned it since.Within the file is a Foskers service invoice dated September 2019 and a further invoice from them in August 2021 detailing a 20,000 mile service with wheels refurbished, two new shock absorbers and new front tyres, totalling £7,502. Also within the file is a stamped service book from Singapore, all the import documents as well as its UK service records and its UK V5C. We understand the car is fitted with an H&P Raptor tracker and the spare key is present.     SpecificationMake: FERRARIModel: 599Year: 2008Chassis Number: ZFFFD60C000164311Registration Number: GD58 FFZTransmission: ManualEngine Number: F140C141705 Drive Side: Right-hand DriveOdometer Reading: 13049 MilesMake: RHDInterior Colour: Bordeaux leatherClick here for more details and images

The final competing WRC99 example in the world. Highly revered, hugely successful and fresh from a total rebuild, Chassis #15 is on the market for the first time in nearly 20 years.Over the course of its life in the World Rally Championship with the works 555 Subaru World Rally Team, the Impreza scored an impressive 46 victories and 122 podium finishes in 193 World Rally events, claiming 6 World Rally Championships in the process. The car presented here is 1999 Subaru Impreza WRC example, chassis PRO GC8-99.015, built in late 1999 by Prodrive. Chassis #15 is one of only 27 WRC99 examples produced and was originally owned and registered by Prodrive as ‘V100 ALL’. It was utilised as an ‘Allstars’ car being driven by Holowczyc Krzysztof (with co-driver Fortin Jean-Marc) on two WRC events, namely the Swedish International Rally on 10th February 2000 as car 22, and by the same pairing as car 26 on the TAP Rallye de Portugal 2000 on 16th March 2000. Subsequently, Chassis #15 was totally re-prepared and later in 2000, was sold to well-known Northern Irish driver and businessman Andrew Nesbitt, now bearing the registration ‘V10 WRC’ and its famous ‘Cuisine de France’ livery. He and co-driver James O’Brien campaigned the car for 18 months, winning six events, including the Shell Donegal International Rally, breaking all previous records by taking the fastest times on all  22 special stages, and going on to win the Irish Tarmac Championship.  In 2002, the car was subsequently sold to Niall Maguire who converted it to right-hand drive and competed in the National Championship of Ireland, which he won in 2003. Our vendor bought the car from Maguire in March 2004 and has owned/campaigned it ever since, this being a long and fruitful custodianship. He has used Chassis #15 on all home national/international rallies including Jim Clark, Killarney, West Cork, Waterford, Wexford in Ireland, Bethune Rally and Rallye Charlemagne in France, Mull and Isle of Man; the last of these being the Pentraeth Glyn Memorial Stages in November 2021. The car is presented to auction in immaculate condition, having been the recipient of a full bare shell rebuild (costing £50,000), only 800 miles ago. With absolutely no expense spared and with a full photographic record, the work included an engine prepared by Graham Sweet of GT Motorsports Ltd., a fully rebuilt gearbox (£5,500) by Autosportif Engineering Ltd., new front hubs and new rear hub bearings, a new tubular front cross member (£3,000), a new Inconel exhaust manifold (£5,000), and a new AP clutch; the Reiger 3-way suspension had the fronts re-gassed and oiled, whist the rears were rebuilt. The bag tank is valid until 2024 (which can be extended by 2 years), with Motordrive seats (2022) and harnesses (2022), Lifeline Zero 360 fire extinguishers (serviced March 2021) and a Peltor intercom. The car has been solely prepared and run by GEO Preparation of Bromsgrove whilst in our vendor’s ownership.  Chassis #15 is a very well-known and highly revered car, having been hugely successful and reliable in the hands of just three owners (the last of which for 18 years), and is the final competing WRC99 example in the world – a testimony to its diligent ownership. The car's status and achievements are fully documented on the ewrc-results.com website: https://www.ewrc-results.com/carinfo/38-subaru-impreza-s5-wrc-99/?car=851This is a very special car, and we invite any interested parties to come and inspect it. They won’t be disappointed. Its quality is clear both ‘in the metal’ and in its achievements.  Complete with a huge spares package, the car will come with a carbon-fibre lamp pod with Hella hid Zenon lenses and halogen corner pods, a bespoke stainless-steel tundish and dry break, 4 x refurbished magnesium 6-spoke Speedline wheels, a pair of brand new AP front discs with bells fitted, 1x set front/rear Mintex pads, 1x spare clutch (re-shimmed), new front/rear bumpers plus splitter, original Prodrive Bilstein dampers, alternative springs for Reiger dampers and 100 litres of 102 octane fuel.Available by separate negotiation are: 30+ magnesium alloy wheels (12 x original 6-spoke Speedlines), springs, driveshafts, clutches, complete turbo (0 miles since rebuild), new throttle motor, new rad pack and fans, new intercooler (needs headers fitting), s/h exhaust manifolds, a new steel front wing and new steering rack, plus more.     SpecificationMake: SUBARUModel: IMPREZAYear: 1999Chassis Number: PRO WRC GC8-99.015Registration Number: V10 WRCTransmission: ManualDrive Side: Right-hand DriveMake: RHDInterior Colour: RallyClick here for more details and images

Given to double 500cc World Champion Barry Sheene MBE by Suzuki GB in recognition of his time as a Works rider and used by him for five years.Ask any group of non-motor sport enthusiasts to name a famous motor cycle racer and there will be a few Valentino Rossis, a Mike Hailwood or two and undoubtedly the name Barry Sheene would be mentioned, despite the fact that his last motorcycle race was in 1984. His larger-than-life character, spectacular crashes and regular TV appearances for Brut aftershave alongside 'Splash it all over' Henry Cooper made him a household name.A dream for advertising executives and tabloid journalists alike, Barry Sheene (1950-2003) won more international 500cc and 750cc races between 1975 and 1982 than any rival. Although, Kreidler, Derbi and Yamaha also featured on his CV, it was whilst at Suzuki that he became a legend. Among the first LJ80Rs to arrive in the UK, HGO 747T was supplied by Suzuki GB to double world champion Barry Sheene for promotional duties and use as a pit vehicle. Dating from 1979 and originally painted Pastel Blue with black signwriting (including Sheene's famous number `7' decals) and a red stripe, the diminutive 800cc-engined four-wheel drive was later registered to the flamboyant rider's home address and remained with him until 1987 when he migrated to Australia.The Jeep's next owner was Ian Catford - Suzuki GB's contemporary marketing director - who lost little time in reinstating its full `Barry Sheene' livery. Bought by a Mr Royle thereafter, the LJ80R was pressed into everyday use before being sold to Suzuki main dealers, CMW Automobiles of Cuckfield, Sussex during the early 1990s. A showroom exhibit when not appearing at outside events or being loaned to Suzuki GB, HGO 747T was retained by CMW Automobiles' proprietor Richard Ferris upon his retirement in 2007, kept garaged and only used occasionally. In 2013, HGO was offered at auction and purchased by our vendor to join his impressive collection of road and race cars where it has remained ever since. The indicated mileage is 26,170, supported by old MOTs and invoices, and the car appears in very good overall condition and certainly starts and drives like a low-mileage Japanese car. The Suzuki is not only a fantastic piece of motorsport memorabilia but also an interesting vehicle in its own right as a rare survivor of the LJ80 range of lightweights 'Jeeps' which caused quite a stir when they arrived in the UK in the late 70s. It features a soft top hood and removable doors and, although only 800cc, this little four-wheel drive LJ has a real 'go anywhere' look.It's supplied with an owners manual, service manual, a number of older MOTs and maintenance invoices, a couple of older V5s and DVLA Licence Applications in Barry Sheene's name and address in Horley, a Suzuki GB Bulletin, the auction catalogue from 2013 and period photographs taken at Effingham Park Hotel during one of Suzuki GB's annual conferences.This is a lovely little thing and a true connection with one of motorcycle racing's truly great characters. Sensibly guided at a tiny percentage of the values achieved by Barry's race bikes, the LJ would be at home in a corner of any motor sport enthusiast's collection.SpecificationMake: SUZUKIModel: LJ80RYear: 1979Chassis Number: 500103Registration Number: HGO 747TTransmission: ManualEngine Number: 115386Drive Side: Right-hand DriveOdometer Reading: 26170 MilesMake: RHDInterior Colour: Black VinylClick here for more details and images

Two boxes of books including Home Doctoring of Animal Diseases of The Horse, The Children Who Live in a Barn, Under The Greenwood Tree, Thomas Hardy etc.

John Atkinson Grimshaw (1836-1893)"Silvery Moonlight"Signed and dated 1882, originally signed, inscribed and dated verso, oil on canvas, 40cm by 60cm Provenance: Richard Green, LondonNG Bailey Group of Companies, Denton Hall, Ilkley Atkinson Grimshaw is an artist whose fame in his lifetime as a painter of moonlit urban scenes and landscapes died with him in 1893. Indeed, he barely made it into the history books until the reputations of Victorian painters began to be restored in the early 1960s. Grimshaw was born and lived in Leeds, hence the city art gallery’s large collection of his paintings. In the 1970s, as a student working in Leeds Art Gallery, I lived in Headingley in a flat in a big house behind a high stone wall, surrounded by trees. As far as I was concerned, I lived in a Grimshaw painting, and the figure of girl walking along a moonlit road could be me. The melancholy of Grimshaw’s paintings appealed to me, just as it has done for so many others. Later, I learnt that Grimshaw’s shadowy lanes are generic views accumulated from his knowledge and observations of the city’s streets; that his life was troubled by grief and financial worries and that the subject we see here was hugely popular with art buyers. It was, therefore, one that was much repeated by Grimshaw, who, having become burdened with debt in later life, had to paint constantly to make a good enough living to support his large family, and to sustain his rather opulent taste in furniture, textiles and Chinese porcelain for Knostrop Hall, his richly decorated home.These silvery moonlit scenes varied little in composition, the shiny wet road curving from the right across to the left or centre of the canvas; sometimes we see the sparkling road turn the corner, at others we do not, but always we see the high stone walls, the wintry trees and a gate that firmly closes us out of the grounds of a large, sombre looking house, a few squares of light glowing in its windows.In 1882, when Silvery Moonlight was painted, Grimshaw was working in London in a bid for success on the London art scene. He hired a studio in Chelsea and took with him his live-in model, Agnes Leefe, whom he introduced into his Leeds household in 1879, much to his wife Frances’s fury. Grimshaw made many night-time paintings of London street-scenes, not only of the heart of the city but also of Hampstead, one of them a view of Heath Street (Tate), with the ubiquitous figure of a woman in black holding an umbrella, also painted in 1882. Silvery Moonlight may well have been painted with Hampstead in mind, with its tall city houses extravagantly lit up on every floor, compared to the subdued lights of Yorkshire homes, where a servant girl often walks along the dark lane or a courting couple hide themselves in the darkness. In this painting we have a horse-drawn cart, its owner walking ahead.Grimshaw always provides a human presence under the moonlight, but they are never the wealthy owners of the illuminated houses; these are the lower-class workers who serve them, romanticised by the artist in a dreamlike setting of his own invention, one that has been much-loved by collectors and gallery viewers for generations.Jane Sellars MBE (2022)We are grateful to Jane Sellars MBE for her assistance in catalguing this lot. Relined, cleaned and revarnished to a good standard whereby the impasto and finer brushwork appears to remain intact. There is very little to discern under a UV light accepting some extremely fine and delicate retouches along upper edge essentially contained to right-hand side. Further very fine retouches essentially to lower 50% of left-hand side edge. There is possibly very fine and sporadic retouches to the trunk of the tree positioned left-hand side and possible delicate retouch to old upper stretcher shadow. Some very light surface dirt and discoloured varnish and or essentially fine abrasion or slight rubbing mark to upper edge. The inability to visibly identify any further restoration under a UV light does not entirely preclude the possibility, this cannot be evidenced by eye or UV light survey. In essentially very good state of preservation. For more information please contact the department.

Richard Ansdell RA (1815-1885)"Going to the Lodge - Scotch Shootings"Signed and dated 1860? oil on canvas, 75cm by 132.5cmExhibited: Royal Academy 1861, No.376This charming picture was painted at a time when Richard Ansdell was embarking on a life-long love affair with the Scottish Highlands. For four months every year, he would visit from London where he happily mixed with the local people, sensitively recording their daily lives in oils on canvas together with their animals, amidst the dramatic Scottish landscape. Ansdell built a lochside lodge that he shared with his large family and artist friends at a time when the Highlands were being recognised by fashionable London society due to the visits to Balmoral by Queen Victoria. When this picture was painted, Richard Ansdell had been elected as an Associate of the Royal Academy; he became an Academician in 1870. It was, consequently, of paramount personal importance to impress at the annual Exhibition; he was in the prime of his career; he had made it in artistic circles and he was painting subjects that he loved in the place that he loved. This picture is a fine example of a combination of these skills and exuberant aspirations.This painting is unusual in that the two main figures and the dogs share centre-stage – usually the figures in Ansdell’s paintings are secondary to the animals but this makes a charming exception. Here we see a distant shooting lodge at the foothills of what I believe to be the Cuillin Mountains on the Isle of Skye. The gentleman and his lady who will be staying at the lodge are riding towards its shelter before the coming storm arrives, but they have to wait for the ghillie and his boy to catch up before they can attempt to cross the fast-flowing burn. They will be relying on the ghillie for all practical help and guidance throughout their stay whether they are deer-stalking or grouse and partridge shooting.The ghillie, his boy and trusty collie dog are making slow progress over the rough terrain accompanied by two sure-footed Highland ponies loaded up with all the paraphernalia needed for a sporting break in this remote place. The collie dog’s startled gaze back at the main group links the subjects together.The young couple are seen privately exchanging glances surrounded by a group of dogs required for the ensuing days of sport. Here we see, in finest of detail, a pair of glossy-coated Setters chained together; a pair of Pointers; a pair of Springer Spaniels, a single black Spaniel and the ubiquitous Highland Terrier that was a pet of the Ansdell family, appearing in so many of his paintings! The young man is the gamekeeper, and the young woman (his sister, wife or sweetheart) will be the maid at the lodge, carrying out all the housekeeping and catering duties. We must guess at their conversation.With thanks to Sarah Kellam (great, great granddaughter of Richard Ansdell RA) for her catalogue entry.In fully restored condition, relined cleaned and re-varnished. Substantial essentially vertical patch of restoration potentially from old damage which runs effectively from the horizon line to approx 5cm adrift of the top edge is mostly no more than 4cm at the widest point and is mostly positioned approx 2cm from far left-hand side edge. Other finer retouches in general area. The mountain which can be seen rising above the horizon far left-hand side edge has been retouched and strengthened throughout. Essentially fine retouches can be found through approx 50% of the standing highlanders' right arm coat sleeves positioned on the left-hand side of the painting. With further retouching throughout the lower part of his overcoat and trousers. Retouching of a similar character can be found approx 85% of the coat of the dog positioned front and right of zed highlander. The essentially fine and sporadic retouching which can be found within the baggage of the loaded pack horses is less pronounced. Sporadic and essentially fine retouches elsewhere across the sky with a more concentrated band along the upper right hand 30cm and corner. The outstretched foot of the female crofter shows signs of retouching and overpainting. A further notable concentrated area of retouching can be found within the lower part of the mountains approx 6cm right of the horse-mounted gentleman wearing a hat and is approx 3-4cm in length overall and in a slightly horizontal band no more than 1cm in width. The generic retouches are slightly more concentrated along the right-hand side in general. This would mostly take into account more significant or concentrated patches of retouching but the majority of the surface otherwise shows fairly delicate retouches throughout most likely the old flaked paint. The surface is somewhat flattened and the paint is thin in places as a result o the restoration process. Some surface dirt and discolored varnish. The varnish appears to be deteriorating somewhat inconsistently as seen under the UV. Areas of fine and sporadic cracquelure within across the standing female crofter's knapsack. Some areas of the surface have a slightly wrinkled quality which may also be a result of the relining process. New canvas used for reline likely having been aged. For more information please contact the department.

Queen Elizabeth II Coronation-Related Items: Juliet Pannett (1911-2005) A photograph of the artist painting a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, the silver frame Sheffield 1989, 22cm by 18cm overallA bust length portrait of Squadron Leader B.D. Lee (who served on active duty as a Doctor during the Second World War), wearing uniform, signed and dated 1956, oil on canvas, 90cm by 50cmA scrap book relating to the role of Squadron Leader B.D. Lee during the Coronation and other ephemeraA Queen Elizabeth II Coronation Gold Staff, 53cm long A Queen Elizabeth II Coronation Stool, 46cm wide A Coronation medal and ribbon (boxed) A bust length portrait of the husband of B.D. Lee, signed and dated 1971, oil on canvas, 90cm by 50cm A further bust portrait of Squadron Leader B.D. Lee, indistinctly signed and dated 1956, pastel, 49cm by 40cmJuliet Kathleen Pannett MBE FRSA (née Somers, 15 July 1911-22 August 2005) was an English portrait painter and was awarded an M.B.E in 1993

tapering oval and on spreading base with ribbon-tied reeded border, the lower body chased with foliage, with two bifurcated reed and foliage cast handles, the detachable cover with ribbon-tied reeded handle above chased foliage, the body engraved on each side with a coat-of-arms, one engraved over a patch, the cover engraved twice with a crest, one engraved over a patch, 35.5cm wide over handles, 32cm high, 85oz 19dwt, 2,673grThe arms are those of Williams impaling Eales for Sir William Williams, 1st Baronet of Tregullow (1791-1870) and his wife Caroline who he married in 1826.William Williams, 1st Baronet Williams of Tregullow was born in Cornwall on 3 August 1791 to John Williams and his wife Catherine Harvey (d.1826). He was to act as High Sheriff of Cornwall and Deputy Warden of the Stannaries in 1851, being created the 1st Baronet in 1866. His eldest son William predeceased him in 1847 and so he was succeeded as Baronet by his second son Frederick.The present soup-tureen is possibly from, or a copy after one from, an extensive service originally made by Paul Storr in 1794 for John Pratt, 2nd Earl and later 1st Marquess of Camden (1759-1840). The service very probably accompanied him during his tenure as Lord Lieutenant of Ireland.The tureen fully marked on foot and further part marked on cover bezel with lion passant, duty mark and date letter in one place and maker's mark in another. There is some wear to the marks but in general they are still clear. The cover is engraved 'No 2' and stamped with two dots. The body is stamped with two dots. The liner is stamped '3'. There is overall surface scratching and wear. There is a patch under the engraved coat-of-arms on one side of the body and under the engraved crest on the cover. The handle is pushed down into the cover. The liner is somewhat ill fitting.

Family Group World War 1 Pair and Military Medal awarded to 2049 (later 835916) Driver Charles Pugh of the 311th (West Riding) Brigade, Royal Field Artillery, who died aged 26 on March 6, 1924, the Military Medal was Gazetted on June 19, 1919. World War 1 Pair and Silver War Badge (B196786) awarded to 57688 Pte. Albert Edward Pugh Lancashire Fusiliers, who enlisted March 2, 1916, and was discharged as “not physically fit for war service” on March 26, 1918. He died aged just 20 on April 29, 1920. Both men were sons of Mrs Mary and the late Charles Pugh of Roe Lane Cottage, Seabridge, Newcastle-Under Lyme. They are buried in a family grave in Newcastle Under-Lyme cemetery. A photo of the dedication of the grave is included.

Indiana Jones; A film prop replica German WW2 period 'Deutschland Erwache' Standard, with wooden top hanging rail, the pole 86cm long. Provenance; obtained as a memento by a member of the British armed forces who volunteered to be an extra during the filming of The Last Crusade, 1989.

Oosterbeek Gem.Renkum, a Dutch railway station sign, 33cm x 93cm. Oosterbeek is a village in the Netherlands, approximately 5km west of Arnhem. A W.W.II British Airborne Cemetery is situated at Oosterbeek, containing the graves of 1,754 Allied troops. Most of the soldiers who were killed during Operation Market Garden lie buried there.