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1970 Austin Cooper S Mk. II (1275cc) Transmission: manualMileage:The Austin Mini Cooper S Mk. II is a legendary car, which was first introduced in 1967. The car is well known for its unique design, handling, and impressive performance on the road. The car was equipped with a 1275cc engine, which produced 76 bhp, which may not sound like much by modern standards, but at the time, it was considered to be quite powerful for a car of its size. The Cooper S Mk. II was also quite a rare car with only 1,479 destined for the home market and far fewer remaining. The Cooper S Mk. II had a distinctive look that set it apart from other cars of its time. The car's handling was also exceptional, thanks to its front-wheel drive and nimble suspension system, making it a popular choice for racing enthusiasts. Overall, this was a car that was ahead of its time, offering impressive performance, exceptional handling, and a distinctive design that still looks great today. It has become a classic car, which is highly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts alike.Despatched from the factory on 12th December 1969 this Austin Mini Cooper S was originally registered on 1st March 1970 and was then a personal export to Australia. It was then repatriated to the UK circa 2010 and a total nut and bolt restoration was carried out. A collection of comprehensive photographs confirms the extent of the restoration, with the bodywork being stripped, refabricated where necessary and repainted in the fetching colour combination of red with a black roof. Mechanically no stone was left unturned by the obviously highly skilled mechanic, the engine was bored out and rebuilt, an unleaded cylinder head fitted along with twin 1½ inch SU carburettors. Dry adjustable cones were fitted in place of the hydrolastic suspension. A significant history folder accompanies this Mk. II Cooper S, showing the spend on parts alone to be over £20,000. Supplied with a V5C registration document and a current MoT test certificate valid until 12th February 2024, this is a very tidy example of a highly desirable Austin Cooper S Mk. II. The odometer reading of 2,221 is the mileage the car has covered since the restoration. 

1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 SL Transmission: manualMileage:32401In 1954, Mercedes displayed a concept version of the 190SL at the New York Auto show alongside the 300 SL 'Gullwing'. This concept came to market in 1955 as the 190 SL. A more approachable, less intense sports car compared to the record-breaking 300 SL Gullwing. While the 190 SL featured a carburetted 1.9 litre in-line four-cylinder engine compared to the 300 SL's direct-injected 3 litre slant six, they shared basic engine design, suspension system, and level of detail and craftsmanship which defined Mercedes-Benz. The new engine, which shared the same bore and stroke of the 300 SL, was paired with dual Solex carburettors and produced just over 100 horsepower. This powerplant was mated with a fully synchronized four-speed transmission which sent power to the rear swing axle. The 190 SL implemented the same suspension systems as the 300 SL, albeit with a more stable low pivot point assembly, affording it confident handling and drivability without the tail-happy nature of the 300 SL Gullwing. While the 190 SL did not quite offer the performance of other sports cars of the era, the impeccable quality and attractive styling made the 190 SL a massive success selling 25,881 units before production ceased in 1963. Many of these models were delivered to the United States, where its driving demeanour and elegant styling were highly valued. Nevertheless, the factory did offer an option for the casual weekend racer: a Rennsport packaged 190 SLR, which included options of an aero screen, cut down doors which one could convert, and bumpers removed to reduce weight. A Rennsport derived 190 SL participated in the Mille Miglia, hence its eligibility today. Other notable achievements include a 1956 Macao Grand Prix victory for Doug Steane, and Mr W. Sulke's SLR won the 1958 Rally of Hong Kong.This excellent, very early 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 SL was built to European specification for Italian delivery to its first owner. The car then ended up with a Swiss collector were the car remained in storage until it was purchased and brought to the UK around 2010. It retains many of the early features of the first production 190 SLs like the desirable early specifications the 'Gullwing' type sports seats providing for a firmer and sportier seating position and the small rear light units. An extensive ground-up restoration at a cost of £100,000 was carried out by a leading marque specialist who retained as much attention to detail as possible with the use of original parts. The bodyshell was stripped down to bare metal and needed very little work to the outer body panels, a credit to its original state. Running superbly on original Solex carburettors set up by Parry Chana of Lux Classics. All the restoration work was completed in 2015, in time for the 190 SL sixth anniversary celebration held at Brooklands where this car was regarded to be the best car at the show. A matching engine and chassis numbers 190 SL restored in its original black exterior colour (DB040) complemented by black mohair hood and cream leather interior. The car has had little use since being restored so when taken to a couple of classic car shows this year it was the best car of the show at Christchurch and was 2nd at Simply Mercedes held at Beaulieu. This 190 SL is supplied with a V5C registration document and comes with extensive history file detailing the restoration, original documentation dating back to 1960s and invoices to the 1970s. A small window hardtop comes complete with all chrome fittings together with a radio delete plate. This excellent 190 SL is eligible and well suited for the modern Mille Miglia event which is reserved only for cars that participated in the original, historic race held between 1927 to 1957. This is a crucial factor for many classic car enthusiasts, as it was recently discovered that a Mercedes-Benz 190 SL was privately entered in the 1956 race and thus joins the privileged list of vehicles. 

1980 Mercedes-Benz 450 SLC Transmission: automaticMileage:69241The R107 and C107 Mercedes-Benz SL variants have long been revered amongst classic car devotees, being built to exacting engineering standards and with a subtle air of sophistication. These cars were built from 1971 through to 1989, the second longest single series ever produced by Mercedes-Benz after the G-Class. The SL (R107) was a two-seat convertible with standard soft top, optional hardtop and optional folding seats for the rear bench. Its sibling, the SLC (C107) or 'SL Coupé' derivative, was a two-door hardtop coupé with normal rear seats.  It was launched at the Paris Motor Show and signalled a shift in management thinking at Stuttgart about what made a successful luxury coupé. Sporting a longer wheelbase and sufficient interior room for four, the SLC was a sleek two-door car that combined the seating advantages of a four-door saloon with the style of a sporty coupé. This 450 SLC presents in very good order throughout, the 4520cc, V8 engine runs smoothly and efficiently. Recently repainted in metallic blue the coachwork is in tremendous condition and the cream cloth interior virtually unmarked. This example benefits from the rare feature of a factory fitted metal sunroof. Originally registered on 14th August 1980, this Mercedes-Benz has only four previous keepers. Supplied with a V5C registration document and a current MoT test certificate. This attractive SLC featured in the 2007 film 'Rise of the Footsoldier' the Pat Tate story, a copy of which is included in the documentation pack.  SLCs are becoming recognised as an underrated 80's classic with good examples changing hands at prices similar to the equivalent roadster.

1965 Mercedes-Benz 300 SE Coupé Transmission: automaticMileage:38600The values of these wonderful cars are now following the same upward climb as the Pagodas; and in this condition represent an extremely sound investment as well as being a real delight to own and drive. In March 1962, Mercedes-Benz released the 300 SE Coupé. The car featured the Daimler-Benz top of the range 2996cc engine and, as such, this vehicle remained deliberately split from the rest of the W111 family to emphasise the differences in the much higher level of specification. Today, the 1965 Mercedes-Benz 300 SE Coupé is revered as a collector's gem, symbolising an era of automotive mastery and craftsmanship that continues to captivate enthusiasts worldwide.There are now just a few remaining right hand drive examples of the 300 SE, especially in the stunning condition of this impressive Mercedes-Benz. It is the perfect example of what can be achieved with a detailed, ground-up restoration of the beautiful W111 model. The vendor informs us that he had been looking for a 300 SE for a while and found this car in New South Wales, Australia. It was in the ownership of the chairman of the Mercedes-Benz club of Australia. The car having been exported from the U.K. some years earlier. On its return to England this Mercedes was repainted. The paintwork is exceptional, the panel gaps are impressive, and the chrome work gleams, even the underside of this classic Mercedes-Benz is clean. We are informed that this coupé is a comfortable delight to drive and regularly turns heads everywhere it goes. Presented to auction with a V5C registration document and a file containing various bills and receipts and an original buff logbook. This fantastic example is estimated well given the condition of the car and the rarity of the model.

1958 Aston Martin DB Mk. III Tickford Coupé Transmission: manualMileage:12200The Aston Martin DB Mk. III, a classic British sports car produced from 1957 to 1959, holds a special place in automotive history and remains a beloved icon of its era. Building upon the success of its predecessors, the DB Mk. III represented a culmination of Aston Martin's design and engineering prowess, offering a blend of performance, luxury, and style. Under the sleek and elegant exterior, the DB Mk. III was powered by a 2.9-litre straight-six engine that delivered impressive power and responsiveness. This engine was coupled with a four-speed manual transmission, allowing for spirited driving and a top speed of around 120 mph. The car's handling was exceptional, with a refined suspension system that offered a comfortable yet sporty ride. The DB Mk. III featured a handcrafted interior, exuding a sense of opulence and sophistication. Its leather upholstery, wooden dashboard, and fine attention to detail made it a desirable choice for discerning enthusiasts. The exterior design was characterized by its iconic grille and an aerodynamic body that hinted at the car's performance capabilities.Originally registered on 22nd April 1958 this Aston Martin presents beautifully in Midnight Blue with tan leather interior. In recent years this car has benefited from significant financial investment, the result of which is a delightful Aston Martin DB Mk. III Tickford Coupé, which we are proud to offer for sale. Owned by the current registered keeper since 2010, this DB Mk. III has, during his stewardship, had a complete repaint by marque specialist Mitchell Motors in Wiltshire, this was carried out in 2019. Earlier than this, in 2014, Feltham Aston Martin experts Davron Engineering completed a full engine rebuild, including an unleaded fuel conversion and a gearbox rebuild. The rear axle was rebuilt in 2018. With invoices totaling some £60,000 it is clear this Aston Martin has been lovingly looked after with no expense spared. We are advised UYR 420 drives with no known faults, to be expected of such a well-cared for example. Supplied with a V5C registration document and a history folder, the DB Mk. III Tickford is generally thought of as the last of the 'Feltham Cars' prior to production being moved to Newport Pagnell. 

1976 Alfa Romeo GT Junior Transmission: manualMileage:47500Mention Alfa Romeos from the 1960s and 1970s and what usually springs to mind is the marque's 105 Series Coupé, designed by Giorgetto Giugiaro of Bertone and considered to be one of his greatest designs. Not only as one of the best looking and handling classic saloon cars of the period, but the advanced specification, with its five-speed gearbox, all-round disc brakes, independent suspension, and powerful twin-cam engine, still has the capability to embarrass many of its modern counterparts.This 1976 Alfa Romeo GT Junior (105 two-door coupé) is presented in lovely red coach work and has previously successfully circuit raced in South Africa under a FIA Historic Passport (since expired). Its specification included a balanced two litre Nord engine with Group One cams, custom exhaust system, remote oil cooler, bespoke aluminium radiator, Watts linkage rose-jointed rear suspension, camber adjustable front suspension, bespoke front anti-roll bar with rose-jointed drop links, four-pot front brakes, 4.3FD LSD differential, lightweight doors and boot lid, Perspex side windows and a stripped interior with six-point roll cage.Imported to the UK in 2017, the Alfa has recently been subject to a major restoration and conversion to 'Fast Road' specification. Work carried out included an overhaul of the suspension components and bodyshell repairs where required, with the underside treated with Bilt Hamber Dynax. Numerous new parts, mainly sourced from Classic Alfa and Alfaholics with invoices in the history file, were fitted including Weber twin 40DCOEs and alloy mounts, fuel pump and Malpassi regulator, Cobra Monaco Pro bucket seats (in date), Nardi Signature steering wheel, custom sump guard, electronic ignition unit, Bosch blue coil, plugs and leads, and rebuilt brake calipers. Externally the car was treated to new head lamps and rings, tail lamps, sidelights, lightweight bonnet, GTA alloy wheels with Michelin tyres, windscreen, chrome surround and seal, wiper arms and blades. Further new parts include a clutch master cylinder, adjustable front top-arms, lowered Eibach springs and Koni yellow dampers, spring pans, complemented by zinc-plated front suspension arms with Lemforder ball joints. Most recently, a new starter motor, master switch and battery were fitted; the list goes on but this should give a good indication.Since the restoration and some would say softening to 'Fast Road' specification, Peter Smart Classic Alfas carried out a full health check including setting up the Weber carbs and engine timing and adjusting the suspension settings. Finally, they carried out a full respray in period-correct Alfa Rosso. The car shows as Historic status on its V5C registration document and is therefore MoT and Tax exempt. It is a high-performance, classic car that can be driven to 'cars and coffee' runs or enjoyed once again on the track, either way it is a beautiful and iconic Alfa Romeo.

1955 Sunbeam 90 Mk. III Transmission: automaticMileage:88425The Sunbeam 90 was produced and built by Sunbeam-Talbot from 1948 to 1954 and continued as the Sunbeam Mk III from 1954 to 1957. A further 3bhp was extracted from the 2,267cc, four-cylinder engine, bringing the total to 80bhp and raising top speed to 91mph, while externally the model underwent a mild front-end facelift and gained a set of Raymond Loewy-inspired engine bay 'portholes'. Otherwise, the Mk. III remained much the same as the preceding Mk. IIA, with four-speed manual transmission, steering-column gear-change and independent front suspension. The model remained in production until 1957, in total approximately 2,250 examples were manufactured.This Sunbeam has been owned by the vendor for the last six years and has proven to be totally reliable throughout his stewardship. These were stylish cars back in the 50's with the back door hinged at the rear. Finished in two-tone grey over blue with a matching grey interior we are advised by the vendor LSK 978 drives well given its 68 years of age, although we have been made aware the fuel gauge does not function. Supplied with a V5C registration document this Sunbeam 90 saloon is a great way to enter classic car motoring for a modest outlay.

Ebel - A two-colour '1911 'Miami Vice' Sport Classic' chronograph wristwatch, circa 1986, model number 1134901, the signed circular white dial, 32mm diameter, with black Roman numerals, blued hands and centre chronograph sweep, subsidiary dials for running seconds at 9 o'clock, minutes at 3 o'clock and hours at 6 o'clock and date window at 4 o'clock, outer tachymetre track with Arabic markers, signed mechanical automatic movement calibre 40.0 with start/stop and reset pushers above and below the gold coloured fluted crown, case 38mm diameter, verso snap on, numbered 4270 1134901, interior signed, to a two tone 'Wave' bracelet terminating in a liveried push in clasp, presented in the original suede pouch with outer card box, instruction booklet and spare links ‘Miami Vice’ was an American TV crime series, hugely popular in the 1980s and was the first TV show that combined rock music, fashion, fast cars, beautiful women and great watches into one flashy package. Guest stars included Frank Zappa, Phil Collins, Julia Roberts and Little Richard.Initially produced on a very low budget, the original props included a ‘fake’ Ferrari and a ‘fake’ Rolex watch, but following the series' overwhelming success, Ferrari happily supplied real cars and the main character, James ‘Sonny’ Crockett, played by Don Johnson, wore an Ebel 1134901, initially with the famous ‘wave’ bracelet, as this example, and later an all gold version with the newer link bracelet.It is said that James Bond made Omega watches ‘cool’ and ‘must have’, and the same could be said for Crockett and Ebel at that time. They went from an almost unknown niche watch brand to one of the most successful watch companies of the 1980s, with 5 factories and 500 employees.

CLASSIC ROCK & POP - LP COLLECTION. A lovely collection of around 52 rock & pop LPs, includes a smattering of DVDs & a book. Artists/ titles include Kate Bush - Hounds Of Love (KAB1), Elton John - Goodbye Yellow Brick Road (DJE 29001, yellow vinyl), Sonja Kristina - Songs From The Acid Folk, Tin Machine - S/T, Wishbone Ash inc Pilgrimage (MDKS 8004, black label), Front Page News, Live Dates. Various - 801 Live, Sting - The Dream Of The Blue Turtles. The Waterboys - The Best Of: '81-'90, Fairground Attraction - The First Of A Million Kisses, Sade - Diamond Life, Prince - Batdance, A-Ha - Hunting High And Low. Level 42, Humble Pie, UFO, Lone Star, Medicine Head, Manfred Mann's Earth Band, Feargal Sharkey, Simple Red, Cars. Condition is generally VG to Ex.

A collection of eight corgi classic sports cars. Including Austin Healey, Jaguar XK20 etc, all boxed.

A mixed collection of model vehicles including unboxed classic cars by Rio, Oxford, Crescent, others by DGM, Majorette, Lesney, Norev, Kama etc

Known as 'SportLine Zero', this 350 SL has been converted to fully electric propulsion by marque specialists, SLSHOP. Fully rebuilt from the ground upwards with an investment of nearly £200,000. The story begins when SCC 107K arrived at SLSHOP ready for retirement, minus its engine and with a faulty gearbox, and seemed an ideal candidate to be rebuilt as an electrically-powered classic Mercedes, a project that was already under consideration by the innovative team at the SLSHOP. The car was then completely stripped and rebuilt with the utmost attention to detail, with every aspect of the change carefully planned to retain the handling characteristics of the standard version. Unlike a conventionally designed car, with the substantial weight of the engine and gearbox positioned in the middle at the front, the team were comparatively free to position the heavy components where they wanted to and, using corner-weight scales during construction, it was possible to position the batteries and heavy electrical components so the weight was reasonably divided between all four quarters of the SL. Consequently, a dynamic balance was achieved resulting in the safe predictable handling for which the R107 was renowned.The electrics and running gear are discretely hidden, and there are no clues to the car's transformation other than the OAT gauge which now displays battery charge capacity, the non-standard gear selector and a charging plug beneath the fuel flap. Mounted front and rear are 53kWh of Tesla batteries, powering a 150bhp 213lb/ft electric motor, more than enough for an SL, and offering a range of 150 miles. Acceleration is dialled down at low speeds to closely match that of the petrol-engined version, the 0-60 time is on a par with that of the original, and performance can be adjusted to suit the owner. Make no mistake, this is a quick and capable car, boasting superior SportLine suspension and brakes. Writing in The Daily Telegraph in April 2020, Quentin Wilson was one of the first motoring journalists to drive the SportLine Zero: 'This electric SL can really shift... the sheer ingenuity of engineering this old Merc to drive so well on battery power eclipsed my nostalgia for its traditional powerplant... I was repeatedly struck at how captivating it felt. What's also quickly apparent is how natural it all feels, like the SL should have always been powered like this.'The Sportline has been owned by our vendor, a well-known private Collector, for a while and whilst in his care, has been professionally valeted every month, accruing less than 500 miles since his purchase. A modern take on a classic look, this electric SL is both a showstopper and Concours d'Elegance winner, a fascinating combination of modern technology and old-fashioned craftsmanship. It's supplied with its V5C and is UK-registered as an Electric Vehicle. For city-centre driving, it can be charged from an EV point or three-pin plug from a domestic supply and, encouragingly, it’s worth noting that the SLSHOP and Electric Classic Cars are able to offer ongoing maintenance support for the new owner of this fabulous creation. Come along and have a glimpse of the future.Specification Make: MERCEDES Model: R107 SL EV Year: 1975 Chassis Number: 10704322011980 Registration Number: SCC 107K Transmission: Manual Drive Side: Right-hand Drive Odometer Reading: 220000 KM Make: RHDClick here for more details and images

An original ex-Metropolitan Police Daimler Dart, a rare survivor and restored to a Concours standard. An unusual departure for a firm more noted for its stately limousines, the SP250 sports car was Daimler's final fling before its acquisition by Jaguar. Aimed at the North American market and launched in 1959, the SP250 (originally entitled Dart) employed a separate ladder-type chassis on which sat controversially-styled fibreglass coachwork manufactured by Daimler themselves. Four-wheel disc brakes were an unusual feature at the time but unquestionably the car's biggest virtue was its magnificent 2.5-litre V8 engine. An outstandingly flexible unit, the smaller of Daimler's two Edward Turner designed V8s produced 140bhp, an output good enough to propel the SP250 to a top speed of 125mph. In keeping with the demands of its intended market, automatic transmission was available as an option.In the late 1950s, the Metropolitan Police had a major problem with what were called, 'Café Racers'. Groups of youths on motorbikes would gather together at a local café, put a record on the jukebox and then race their bikes along a set course, getting back to the café before the record had stopped playing. Accidents occurred and, in an attempt to put a stop to the practice, the Met’s proposal was to have a fast car that could actually catch the bikers. The existing fleet of Wolseley saloons was not up to the task, so they looked instead at sports cars, concluding that the Daimler SP250 Dart was the answer! This had a 2.5-litre lightweight V8 engine and was capable of 125mph and 0-60 in ten seconds which, for 1959, was remarkable. The Met bought 26 Darts between 1961 and 1964 and soon got them into service to be used as high-speed pursuit cars based at separate Traffic Garages situated over the London area. The results were impressive, with many speeding bikers being caught, and the number of fatal road accidents dropped. Unlike today, the idea then was that you see a Police car and thereby slow down - no stealth tactics for these boys.Borg-Warner Model 8 3-speed automatic cars destined for Police use were modified by Daimler with the fitting of a handle in the centre of the dashboard which, when pulled, locks the gearbox into second gear allowing a speed range from 0-85mph in a single gear. The gearbox normally runs in two gears only, with a ‘low’ ratio for manual selection if required and the slightly higher gearing resulted in an increased top speed compared to manual gearbox cars. The Metropolitan Police found this to be better for town work and high-speed chases, and it was also found to be more economical, avoiding the clutch wear that a manual car would develop with usage between 18 and 24 hours a day.Traffic police in Bristol, Cambridge, Liverpool, Manchester, Southend and Surrey also used the SP250 for speed enforcement, as did police forces in Australia and New Zealand. After the opening of the first section of the M1 in 1959, the Bedfordshire police used the SP250 for motorway patrol prior to the arrival of the 70mph limit in 1965.The sparkling example on offer here, 550 CLU, was registered with the Metropolitan Police on 1st June 1961 as Fleet Number 240T. It bears Engine No. 96223, Chassis No.102820 and was fitted with the optional Borg-Warner DG. Automatic gearbox, an AT Head Calibrated Speedometer and Pye Radio equipment.The Met disposed of 550 CLU on 30th August 1967, having been driven 97,325 miles in less than five years, and it was sold on to a Mr Killamsy of 2 Winter Street, London SW11 (copy record in file). It was subsequently purchased by Claude Kearley, President of the Daimler SP250 Owners Club (2007-2009) who commenced a photo-documented restoration including engine, gearbox and drive train to Concours standards. It became our vendor's property in 2016 and has been much enjoyed ever since, taking part in all sorts of events and is a multi-award winner including second place in the 2017 East Coast Run and first Place, Sledmere 2017. It’s been an NEC exhibit three years running and was to be an entrant in Zoute Concours d’Elegance prior to the COVID lockdown.When 'Oxford Diecast' chose to model a Police SP250 for their 1/43 scale range, 550 CLU was the chosen car.Supplied with the car are its V5C and previous ownership docs, a copy of the Met Historic Fleet Disposal Records, period copy photographs of actual use when in service, press cuttings, photos of surviving drivers (at 2013), MOTs, Owners’ Manual, accessories manual and more.Offered from a significant private Collection of British motor cars, this Daimler is a must for any collector/investor and needs to be viewed to fully appreciate the finish and detail that has gone into its fastidious restoration.Obviously this immaculate Dart can be enjoyed in much the same way that we all enjoy our classic cars but, in addition, it’s regularly in demand for meets and shows and would be welcome at events run by the Daimler and Lanchester Owners Club, the Daimler Dart Owners Club, the Police Vehicle Club and naturally local County Shows and Village Fetes. If that’s what you have in mind, this rare 1960s classic could keep you busy for the rest of your days.Specification Make: DAIMLER Model: SP250 Year: 1961 Chassis Number: 102820 Registration Number: 550 CLU Transmission: Auto Engine Number: 96223 Drive Side: Right-hand DriveClick here for more details and images

Beautifully restored in the past and on offer from diligent, long-term ownership. Jaguar Cars launched the XK140 at the London Motor Show in October 1954 with a raft of improvements over its predecessor, the landmark XK120. The styling was enhanced by a revised grille and larger bumpers along with new rear lights, which now incorporated the indicators. The handling was improved by rack and pinion steering and telescopic dampers and the interior space was enlarged to allow the addition of occasional rear seats. The power unit remained Jaguar's well-proven 3.4-litre twin-cam six, which now produced 190bhp in standard trim, thanks to higher-lift camshafts and revised porting. To ensure reliability, steel bearing caps replaced the previous cast-iron type. A close-ratio gearbox enabled better use to be made of the increased performance whilst a Laycock de Normanville overdrive became an option for the first time. Special Equipment (SE) XK140s came with wire wheels and Lucas fog lamps and could be ordered with an engine developing 210bhp courtesy of a C-Type cylinder head.According to its Heritage Certificate, this right-hand drive XK140 DHC was completed on 16th June 1955 finished in Dove Grey with tan leather and a Fawn hood. It was despatched on 24th June 1955 to Belle Vale Service Station (now Henlys, Manchester) prior to being delivered to its first owner, a Leo McParland of Wallasey who registered it as DHF 28 on 27th June 1955.From the helpful ownership history provided with the car, we can see that in 1978 it was purchased by a Mr Adams who commenced what was to be an extended restoration. One further owner followed before DHF became the property on 3rd March 1986 of Edward Billins who picked up the reins of the restoration and handed the car over to the Marina Garage in Southampton.Some 14 years later, the restoration was still not complete and, for whatever reason, ownership of the Jaguar passed to the Marina Garage. The final chapter of this long-running saga commenced in 2010 when the XK was purchased by the Beaulieu Garage, also in Southampton, and according to the file it was running but required the trim and woodwork finishing. This was obviously done as there is an invoice in the file from 2010 for £9,437 detailing a full retrim, new hood and associated fittings. There are a number of further invoices in the file including one for £5,000 for labour in 2011, and we assume this relates to the Jaguar being refinished in a deep coat of Indigo Blue.DHF 28 was purchased by our vendor in June 2011 and has been enjoyed since then, being maintained and upgraded in-house by his experienced engineers. A substantial invoice from October 2014 details a full engine rebuild with a new clutch, the installation of a 5-speed T5 gearbox, power steering kit and upgraded cooling fan. The original parts have all been retained in the interests of returning the car to standard. Next to the XK150S Roadster, the right-hand drive XK140 drophead is the second most rare of the XK range, and this stunning dark blue example with chrome wire wheels and a crisp grey and blue interior is one of the best we have seen. We invite and encourage you to view this lovely Jaguar at the Classic to appreciate the quality on offer.Specification Make: JAGUAR Model: XK140 Year: 1955 Chassis Number: 807170 Registration Number: DHF 28 Transmission: Manual Engine Number: G-4036-8 Drive Side: Right-hand Drive Odometer Reading: 80199 Miles Make: RHD Interior Colour: Kight Grey LeatherClick here for more details and images

One of only 500 UK-supplied right-hand drive examples, this Taiga Green CSL boasts low-ownership and an impressive history file. The 3.0 CSL is a lightweight, performance-oriented version of the standard 3.0 CS/3.0 CSi coupé. Utilising the E9 platform, the 3.0 CSL was unveiled at the 1971 Geneva Motor Show and was introduced in May 1972 as an homologation model for the German Touring Car Championship developed by a separate division within BMW AG, a division that would later become BMW Motorsport GmbH.The CSL achieved some great results, with wins at Le Mans in the touring car class in 1973 and 1974, the IMSA GT Championship in 1975, and winning the European Touring Car Championships every year from 1973 to 1979 (apart from a minor blip in 1974).The 'L' in the designation meant leicht (light), unlike in other BMW designations, where it meant lang (long).A total of 1,096 CSLs were built, with just 500 of these being imported into the UK. The great majority of UK cars had the 'City Package' option fitted, designed to make the 3.0 CSL more usable as a daily driver. These versions retained the standard interior trim, negating the total weight saving somewhat, but the other benefits were retained, including aero kit, thinner gauge steel and aluminium parts. Early CSLs, produced in late 1971 and early 1972, utilised the standard 2,985cc M30 inline-six engine with twin carburettors and were only offered in left-hand drive. They were replaced by a fuel-injected model displacing 3,003cc available in right-hand drive during late 1972 and early 1973. Fuel-injected CSLs with the 3-litre motor have VINs that run from 2275001 through 2275429 (left-hand drive version) and 2285-001 through 2285-500 (right-hand drive UK cars).The fabulous CSL on offer here, finished in Taiga Green with a black interior, is #2285-469, indicating that it was built right at the end of the UK-allocated cars. Much of the early servicing was carried out by BMW dealer, Fairfield Garage of Leigh on Sea, at the instruction of of Mr. Hudson of the Facet Group. Multiple invoices show he used the CSL up to a mileage of 47,000. It then resided in Hertfordshire for nearly 21 years with its new lady owner, who obviously used it lightly as she covered less than 12,000 miles during that period. There is a record of some renovation work taking place in the mid-1980s prior to it being sold in 2003 at a mileage of 61,900, corroborated by past MOTs. In 2005, it was purchased by our vendor who has used and maintained it, with a full account of his expenditure on repairs and maintenance fastidiously kept in the comprehensive history file. The majority of the servicing from 2006 was conducted by our vendor's hometown garage, J.J. Griffiths of Lllandrindod Wells, with any bodywork attention by King of Cool Classic Cars and the front seats were retrimmed by West Country Trimmers in 2017. Most recent mechanical work was carried out by Munich Legends in 2021 and there is an invoice for an oil change in September 2023.This lovely, stylish, low-owner BMW 3.0 CSL coupé enjoys an impressive history file and service record and represents a fine example of the car that defined Touring Cars in the 1970s and, 50 years later, still has a presence that few cars can match.Specification Make: BMW Model: 3.0 CSL Year: 1973 Chassis Number: 2285469 Registration Number: BVX 38L Transmission: Manual Drive Side: Right-hand Drive Odometer Reading: 96811 Miles Make: RHDClick here for more details and images

Already an established rally car, this impressive 240Z was extensively refreshed in 2020 and has since proven competitive and reliable in a number of European rallies during the last two years. The Datsun 240Z, (latterly the 260Z and 280Z) was the first generation of 'Z' two-seat coupés, produced by Nissan in Japan from 1969 to 1978. Its dramatic looks owed a considerable amount to a 1960s styling concept drawn by Count Albrecht Goertz for Datsun, presumably at a time when they were considering ways to break into the European sports car market. The 240Z was powered by a lusty 2.4-litre, straight-six overhead cam engine developing around 150bhp, resulting in a 0-60 time of eight seconds and a top speed of 125mph. A 5-speed manual gearbox was standard, and the car featured independent suspension all round, with MacPherson struts at the front and Chapman links at the rear. Rack and pinion power steering and front disc brakes meant that the 240Z was a thoroughly modern package. In the 1970s, these cars were hot property everywhere, and given that the car's drivetrain was heavily based on the 510 saloons used widely in motorsport, it was only a matter of time before the 240Z was campaigned on circuits and in forests on both sides of the Atlantic. Incredibly, some 50 years later, they can still be found in historic racing and are particularly popular in rallying circles, remaining competitive in club and historic events.Offered here is a very well-sorted Datsun 240Z rally car that has proved to be very reliable for our vendor on numerous rally events organised by Rally the Globe. The events included the Carrera Italia, Carrera Espania, Carrera Rivera, Highland Thistle and the West Country Cloverleaf where it performed effortlessly and with total reliability. Purchased by him in 2019, it was already an established rally car and had been fitted with a 2.8-litre engine, 5-speed gearbox, Quaife differential, a full roll-cage, and Minilite alloys, however our vendor commenced a recommission with reliability a very important factor.Various invoices in the history file show the purchase of parts from the 'Z Farm' delivered to Classic Rally Services of Suffolk to start the preparation process. At the beginning of 2020, approximately £6,000 was spent which included a new differential, rear-axle rebuild, Brantz timers and clocks, new seats, extinguisher and belts. The front cross-member was strengthened together with the front wishbones and the clutch, all brake pipes and the fuel pump were replaced. Original 240Z carburettors were sourced and fitted and the dynamometer report from August 2020 shows a very healthy 199bhp at the rear wheels.Very well-presented and impressively detailed, this dual purpose, fast road/rally Japanese classic has proved very competitive in Rally the Globe 'Class B3-Late Classic' and, perhaps more importantly, has been very reliable. It’s always better to return home under your own steam rather than on the back of a flatbed. This is a super example of a topical 1970s rally car, suitable for European Historic and Classic rallies, regularity runs or just club events here at home, and we welcome any inspection.Specification Make: DATSUN Model: 240Z Year: 1972 Chassis Number: HS3001622 Registration Number: JPK 4K Transmission: Manual Engine Number: L24061608 Drive Side: Right-hand Drive Odometer Reading: 40970 Miles Make: RHD Interior Colour: BlackClick here for more details and images

**Please note the car has recieved a fresh MOT valid until 16th November 2024.** A C16 UK-supplied Series 2 Cabriolet with 20,151 miles from new and in commensurate condition. In 1989, the second series of the 944 was introduced, powered by a 210bhp normally aspirated double-overhead-cam 16-valve 3-litre version of the 944S engine, which was the largest four-cylinder engine in production at the time. The 944 S2 also benefited from a revised transmission and the gearing was tweaked to better suit the torque and peak power characteristics of the 3-litre M44/41 powerplant. The S2 had the same rounded nose and a rear valance found on the 944 Turbo model and this was the first example of the use of an integrated front bumper, where the bumper and bonnet profiles would merge smoothly with the valance, a design feature that has only now seen widespread adoption on production cars from the early 1990s. In 1989, Porsche released the 944 S2 Cabriolet that featured a cabriolet body built by the ASC-American Sunroof Company at Weinsberg in Germany, creating a very good looking car with excellent dynamic qualities that was rewarding to drive and well-received by the motoring press.This striking 944 S2 Cabriolet has covered just 20,151 miles from new with keepers who were evidently fastidious and caring, as is demonstrated by the car's proud stance and impressive appearance. Finished in Crystal Silver Metallic with Midnight Blue leather, a dark blue hood and smart polished alloys, its presentation is totally commensurate with its very low-mileage. We are informed it has always been garaged and maintained to the highest standards as evidenced by the car's confidence inspiring history file, showcasing service records and invoices in its bespoke leather wallet, including the service manuals and previous MOT Certificates. A fresh MOT will be in place by the time of the sale.It has formed part of a significant collection of 1980s and 1990s Porsches for the last few years and has only been used lightly, so in preparation for the sale, it has received a full service at Porsche Wolverhampton including all fluids and the all-important cambelt change. Benefitting the car by tastefully bringing it up to modern standards, this 944 has had a new Porsche Classic Communication Management (PCCM) SatNav & DAB head unit fitted and it's supplied with a new Porsche indoor car cover.Built in the last year of 944 production, there can't be many 944 Cabriolets with mileage as low as this. The values of good 911s appear to have stabilised recently, however asking prices for quality 944s, 928s, and 968s continue to firm, so now is as good a time as any to join the party, and there’s surely not a better cared-for example out there, especially in such a classic colour combination with a detailed history.SpecificationMake: PORSCHEModel: 944 S2Year: 1991Chassis Number: WP0ZZZ94ZLN432079Registration Number: H116 ECWTransmission: ManualEngine Number: 42L07324Drive Side: Right-hand DriveOdometer Reading: 20151 MilesMake: RHDInterior Colour: Dark Blue LeatherClick here for more details and images

One of only 80 right-hand drive examples of these contemporary classic Jaguars with just 488 miles from new. In 2012, nearly 40 years after the E-Type's demise, Jaguar finally got around to announcing the long-awaited and much-rumoured F-Type, which would turn out to be a more worthy spiritual successor to its illustrious forbearer than either the preceding XK8 or, before that, the XJS. A front-engined, rear-wheel-drive two-seater, the F-Type is built on an aluminium chassis, cleverly configured to minimise the transmission of noise and vibration to the passenger compartment, while its suspension is the supercar-standard arrangement of double wishbones all round, with adaptive dampers and adjustable settings. Multiple driving modes cater for different road conditions and driving styles.Unlike the E-Type, the F-Type was available with a wide variety of different power plants, ranging from a turbocharged 2-litre four via a 3-litre turbo V6 to a supercharged 5.0-litre V8. A ZF 8-speed paddle-shift semi-automatic transmission was standard on all models at first, with a 6-speed manual available later on the V6. The F-Type debuted at the Paris Motor Sow in September 2012 in convertible form, with the fixed-head coupé following in 2014. Nowadays it is de rigeur for car stylists to reference past models in their latest creations, and to some observers, the coupé's rear recalled that of one of the rarest of E-Types: the low-drag factory racer.To cater for the sports car market's seemingly insatiable appetite for limited edition models, Jaguar launched the 400 Sport – produced for just one year – and Project 7, which would be built in a run of only 250 cars. Project 7 had first seen the light of day as a single-seater concept car shown at Goodwood, and so favourable was the reception that it was decided to press ahead with making a more practical two-seater production version. They soon sold out, with 80 assigned to customers in the UK. The 'Project 7' designation referenced Jaguar's seven Le Mans wins, while the 'Aero Haunch' behind the driver's head was an obvious nod towards the D-Type sports-racer responsible for three of those victories.An aggressive-looking shallow-screen 'barchetta', Project 7 has all-aluminium bodywork and is powered by the 5-litre supercharged V8, up-rated to produce 567bhp, 25bhp more than in the F-Type R. Coupled with a 45kg weight reduction, this makes Project 7 the fastest accelerating F-Type yet, with a 0-60mph (0-97km/h) time of 3.8 seconds. Like many of the current crop of supercars, Project 7 is electronically limited to a top speed of 186mph (300kph). With the exhaust butterflies open (there's a special console switch), the car emits a superb growl-bark that turns into a magnificent crackle on the overrun. It's the one thing that makes you want to slow down.The 'top-end running gear' includes the 8-speed paddle-shift auto 'box; electronic differential; carbon ceramic brakes; specially tuned suspension; and unique settings for engine management and chassis stability control. SVO engineers also rebalanced and improved the car's rear-biased aerodynamic downforce by fitting side skirts and a large front splitter, while slightly reducing the effectiveness (and drag) of the boot lid wing. The result of Project 7's unique set of characteristics is a track-focused car capable of satisfying even the quickest of drivers.Supplied new by Stratstone of Mayfair, the fabulous Project 7 on offer here was first registered on 1st March 2016 as PRO7 JUR and is finished in the rather striking, special order hue of Metallic Goodwood Blue with a triple white stripe across the nose. It sits on a set 20" Storm Black Diamond Turned Alloys in front of bright yellow calipers and the paintwork has been treated to full PPF. The car was optioned from new with Project 7 Illuminated Tread Plates and was supplied with a bespoke car cover, two keys and an immobiliser which is currently not connected. It's fitted with the 'Jaguar Project 7 - 1 of 250' plaque and is accompanied by the rather lavish Dealer Book Pack containing its Certificate of Authenticity.Our vendor is currently the car's second owner, it has covered just 488 miles and, as you can imagine, its condition is simply spectacular. We invite and encourage you to come along to our sale and inspect this impressive piece of Modern Jaguar History. SpecificationMake: JAGUARModel: F-TYPE PROJECT 7Year: 2016Chassis Number: SAJAC704XGMK28227Registration Number: PRO7 JURTransmission: AutomaticEngine Number: 15052446261508PSDrive Side: Right-hand DriveOdometer Reading: 488 MilesMake: RHDInterior Colour: BlackClick here for more details and images

Remarkable performance from the 493bhp supercharged V8, a folding hardtop, classic looks, outstanding specification and just 29,000 miles from new. Released in 2002 following five years of development, the R230 series SL Roadster was a high-performance luxury convertible produced between 2002 and 2008 representing a harmonious blend of opulence and power. Painstakingly modelled on a state-of-the-art supercomputer which enabled the designers to analyse every curve and line, it looked utterly sensational with an air of barely contained aggression that gave it huge road presence. Packed full of sophisticated electronic driver aids which made it immensely safe but still fun to drive, it was an instant success and is widely considered to be the best-looking Mercedes for many years. It remains an iconic symbol of Mercedes' commitment to combining luxury and performance, appealing to those who seek the best of both worlds in a grand tourer.In late 2003, the stunning SL55 AMG was introduced causing shockwaves in the early-2000s performance car market with near-supercar levels of acceleration and handling, packaged in a comfortable, elegant convertible geared towards touring capability. Seriously powerful and impressively fast, the supercharged 5.4-litre V8 was rated at 493bhp with a stump-pulling 520 lbs.ft of torque. The cars were fitted with an uprated 5-speed automatic featuring AMG's 'Speedshift', and there were a number of trim differences including uprated seats and the SL55 sat on a set of striking, multi-spoke AMG alloys.First registered on the 09/06/2003, this SL55 is finished in Obsidian Black over Exclusive Black and Anthracite Leather punctuated by ‘AMG aluminium’ inlays on the door cards and centre console. The options list in 2003 was packed full of state-of-the-art equipment and, it would appear in this case, most of the boxes had been ticked including:220 - Parktronic System404/405 Multi-contour Seats415 Glass Roof with ambient lighting487 - ABC Suspension (Active Body Control)618 - Bi-Xenon Headlamps772 - AMG Styling Package -Front Spoiler, Side Skirt810 - Premium Sound System819 - CD Changer860 - TV-Tuner Analog873 - Seat Heater for Left and Right Front Seats875 - Heated Screen Wash System882 - Sensor System and Antitheft Alarm System889 - Keyless-EntryThe history file is rather nicely stocked for such a modern car and includes many receipts and a full-service history from Mercedes. Showing an odometer reading of some 28,995 miles, at the time of cataloguing this car represents incredible value for money.The car presents exceptionally well and appears almost unmarked. The engine bay looks showroom fresh and the whole car has patently been looked after. Ballistically quick, fabulous looks, continent covering pace, yet as civilised in town as a Toyota Corolla, it's no wonder that some 'supercar' owners tend to get a little upset.Specification Make: MERCEDES-BENZ Model: SL55 AMG Year: 2003 Chassis Number: WDB2304742F054845 Registration Number: BL03 WNS Transmission: Automatic Engine Number: 11399260016415 Drive Side: Right-hand Drive Odometer Reading: 29100 Miles Make: RHD Interior Colour: Black LeatherClick here for more details and images

Fabulous second-generation Interceptor with recent improvements and an outstanding, comprehensive restoration. Jensen's C-V8 replacement debuted in 1966, reviving a name first employed in the 1950s. However, several of the firm's traditions were broken in that the design was outsourced to Carrozzeria Touring and the bodies made of steel rather than glass fibre. Early shells were built by Vignale in Italy prior to production being established at Jensen's Kelvin Way plant in West Bromwich. Power came from a 6,276cc (383ci) Chrysler V8, driving through either a 4-speed manual or 3-speed TorqueFlite automatic transmission, mated to an LSD Salisbury rear axle. Specification included electric windows, reclining seats, wood-rim steering wheel, radio with twin speakers, electric clock and reversing lights.Production of the Interceptor II (occasionally called the MkII or Series II) commenced in October 1969 and lasted for two years. This particular car has a chassis prefix, #123, so was one of 694 right-hand drive UK cars powered by the E-Series 383ci V8 generating around 330bhp. Pleasingly, it still wears its original registration number, HMK 6K, and from the history file we can see that it left the factory on 9th August 1971, finished in Silver Grey over black leather and optioned from new with Sundym Glass, Voxon Radio Cartridge Player, air-con, and Town & Country horns.The rebuild of this exquisite Jensen, undertaken by Kestrel Classic Cars of Redditch, Jensen marque specialists, commenced in 2013 but unfortunately stalled in late 2014 due to the owner's ill health, with the Interceptor not seeing light of day for the next seven years until the time was right to finish the build. Superbly presented in Stratosphere Blue with a full black hide interior, the ground-up rebuild shows excellent attention to detail throughout, setting this particular Interceptor II at a level that few achieve. The detailed restoration has left no stone unturned, including a complete, bare-metal body refurbishment, an engine, gearbox and drivetrain rebuild by American V8 Specialist David Gilliver, a total rewire, re-chroming by Derby Plating, a full retrim - in hide of course, all finished to the very highest of levels. The car has been sensibly upgraded for modern day usage including uprated cooling, a high-torque starter, an alternator and a modern air conditioning system.Previously purchased from us at Supercar Fest in 2022, the car has been further improved with the fitting of electronic ignition, electronic fuel pump, new alloy radiator and air conditioning condenser, as well as a rolling-road carb set-up to ensure the car runs and operates as well as it looks.Having been undervalued for many years, the Interceptor has recently seen somewhat of a resurgence with interest and demand for correctly restored examples increasing at a pace. Your earliest inspection is welcomed and encouraged to fully appreciate the lengths taken to return this elegant GT to the road.SpecificationMake: JENSENModel: INTERCEPTOR IIYear: 1971Chassis Number: 123/4228Registration Number: HMK 6KTransmission: AutomaticEngine Number: V2415123GDrive Side: Right-hand DriveOdometer Reading: 16741 MilesMake: RHDInterior Colour: Black LeatherClick here for more details and images

**Please note the correct number plate for the car is KVO 798V.** #68/100, this meticulously restored example is surely the finest JPS to come to market in recent years. Technically called the 'World Championship Commemorative Model', but more colloquially known as the John Player Special, this was the first and arguably the most memorable limited-edition Esprit from Lotus. Dubbed the JPS due to its distinctive black and gold livery, inspired by the ground effect, JPS-sponsored, championship-winning Lotus 79 cars of the period, as raced by Mario Andretti and Ronnie Petersen. Originally planned to build 200 examples, it was believed that just 185 were produced; 100 for the UK, 55 for the United States and 30 for Europe. The eye-catching specification included gold-coloured side-stripes complete with World Champion lettering, gold-coloured front and rear windscreen surrounds and alloy wheels, gold-effect corduroy seat inserts and a 3-spoke leather-rimmed steering wheel instead of the normal plastic offering. The 'Juke Box' installed was a Hitachi Digi-One radio-cassette. The 1,973cc 16-valve DOHC engine delivered a feisty 160bhp which was sufficient to sprint the 1,980lb glass fibre-bodied two-seater to 60mph in 6.8 seconds and on to a top speed of 124mph. The short production run lasted from December 1978 to July 1979.This immaculate example is Number 68, however, as we understand and know Lotus from that period, it is unknown what number it was in the production line. Our vendor confessed to getting somewhat carried away with the restoration, and as part of the process, #68 had a full body-off, glass-out restoration, including a respray and new stickers to ensure no stone was unturned and the car would be as good as new, if not better, which we feel he’s achieved by some distance. A number of top specialists have been involved in the car's transformation, and the results are very impressive, with a fabulous level of finish whilst still maintaining the character of the car, which is no easy feat!The restoration catalogue is fantastic, featuring new aluminium fuel tanks, brake line hoses, new aluminium radiator, new coolant hoses, Wilwood front callipers and discs (originals to go with the car) and new suspension and bushes all round. The engine was overhauled including new liners, crank reground and new pistons c.2,000 miles ago and a stainless-steel exhaust system including 4-into-1 manifold fitted to help it sing. The list goes on, making for an incredibly pleasant driving experience.The history file is good, containing old invoices and MOTs. Superbly presented and indicating only 72,746 miles, this is an exceptionally high-quality example that would cost a small fortune to replicate. With the combination of comfortable mileage and the quality of restoration, this very special Lotus would sit equally as perfectly in the hands of a collector as it would in the hands of an enthusiast wanting to get out and drive it.Under our vendor's watchful eye, this exceptional Lotus received a final touch of perfection, with an expenditure of £4,200 at GST Performance to address gearbox linkages, exhaust heat shielding, and various minor refinements that naturally arise after a comprehensive restoration.As we contemplate the electric future of Lotus cars, there has never been a more opportune moment to embrace the legacy of these classic, petrol-powered marvels. They are the very vehicles that have allowed the Norwich-born David and Goliath brand to weather the test of time with resounding success.SpecificationMake: LOTUSModel: ESPRIT S2 JPSYear: 1976Chassis Number: 79020661GRegistration Number: TOI 9585Transmission: ManualEngine Number: CC907790216073Drive Side: Right-hand DriveOdometer Reading: 73500 MilesMake: RHDInterior Colour: Tan/BlackClick here for more details and images

One of only 295 right-hand drive examples, with its first owner for 32 years and just less than 33,000 miles from new. The Audi Quattro may not have been the first four-wheel drive production car (that honour belongs to the 1966 Jensen Interceptor FF), but its place in history is assured. Thanks in no small part to its enormous rallying success, the Quattro popularized all-wheel drive, and is now regarded as one of the most influential and important sports cars of the 1980s. The brainchild of Jorg Bensinger, an Audi chassis engineer, development work was started in 1977, and three years later, the finished product was released. Although the floor pan had much in common with the Audi 80 and the running gear was largely taken from an Audi 200, the Quattro used a manual centre differential lock (operated by levers next to the handbrake) to govern the 197bhp and 210lb/ft power outputs delivered by the 2.1-litre in-line five-cylinder turbocharged engine. By the time this particular car arrived in 1990, the crude cable-operated 50:50 split differential had been replaced with a much more advanced Torsen (torque sensing) diff, and the engine had been uprated with double overhead camshafts and a larger 2,226cc capacity, upping power to 217bhp.Finished in Panther Black Metallic with a Granite leather/cloth interior, this smart example was first registered by VAG Milton Keynes as their demonstrator, prior to being purchased in November 1990 by its first owner, who kept the vehicle for almost 32 years until becoming our vendor's property in June 2022. It has only covered 32,837 miles from new, with just two former registered keepers, and has patently been cherished, garaged all its life and is in remarkable condition.It has a fully stamped service record, with 17 service stamps which includes details of a fresh cambelt at 31,353 miles by The Quattro Workshop in Leicester, and is accompanied by a detailed history file with service receipts and MOT history, the original wallet with manuals etc., original sales brochure, the spare key and original key code tag. It will be treated to a fresh MOT and full service prior to our sale.This is a genuine, low-mileage, 20-valve Quattro in very good condition with a superb history and would enhance any collection and be a great talking point at local shows and events. Viewing at The NEC Classic Motor Show Sale is highly recommended. SpecificationMake: AUDIModel: QUATTROYear: 1990Chassis Number: WAUZZZ85ZLA000707Registration Number: H930 TNVTransmission: ManualEngine Number: RR001627 Drive Side: Right-hand DriveOdometer Reading: 32837 MilesMake: RHDInterior Colour: Granite LeatherClick here for more details and images

A rare and desirable Trans Am Y82 Special-Edition, fitted with the 'W72' Performance Pack and a manual gearbox. Pontiac’s Firebird left behind its roots as one of GM’s first Pony Cars in the late 1960s to become an automotive icon, famous for its starring roles in Smokey and the Bandit and Knight Rider. The second-generation model introduced in 1970 maintained the Firebird’s performance image whilst adding a European-inspired level of sophistication. The Oil Crisis may have stolen some of the muscle car’s 'mojo' by the 1970s, but Pontiac made up for the lack of horsepower in other ways, adding bold new graphics (including the famous 'Screaming Chicken' bonnet decal) and popular options like the T-bar roof. The Firebird was extensively restyled for 1977, and featured an aggressive new front end with a recessed black grille and four rectangular headlamps. Four models were available, ranging from the entry-level Firebird to the more upmarket Esprit and Formula variants, but the legendary Trans Am remained the most popular by far, accounting for almost half the total sales. Fitted with a new shaker hood, the Trans Am still had a massive 400-ci (6.6-litre) V8 as standard, rated at 200bhp and an abundance of low-down torque. Inside, the Trans Am’s cabin featured a machine-turned dash finish, additional gauges and Formula padded steering wheel, while the Turbo Hydramatic transmission was standard equipment, along with power front disc brakes and radial tuned suspension. A manual gearbox was an option but rarely selected in the US making manual cars now very hard to find.The Y82 was introduced in 1977 to coincide with the release of Smokey and the Bandit 1 movie and were originally supplied in Black with Eagle decals and glass T-tops. Unlike this car, most black Trans Ams have been painted black in homage to the film car and consequently, with a manual gearbox and the W72 Performance Pack, this car is extremely rare. The original build-spec has been verified by Pontiac Historical Services and is within the history file. The car is also an Aircon car and, although the system has been removed, many of the parts are included in the sale. The mileage is believed to be original but this cannot be confirmed. In America, the Y82 is considered to be the Holy Grail of all Trans Ams and, at the 2022 Mecum Harrisburg auction, a low-mileage example, which was not a manual box or performance pack car, sold for $400,000.Unusually, the car was imported to the UK in 1980, very early on in its life, and was used from 1980 until 1992 at which point it was put into storage where it remained for the next 20 years or so. A previous owner bought the car in 2013 and set about returning the car to the road, with the work being completed in 2014. Accompanying the car is an interesting history file containing lots of invoices and receipts along with a copy of the original build sheet, Owners Manuals, UK V5C and correspondence with the UK Pontiac Owners Club.The current owner enjoys a small eclectic private Collection which includes many 'best-of-breed' American cars, and he acquired the Trans Am a few years ago having purchased it on the basis of its rarity being a 1977 manual gearbox car with the Y82 and W72 packages. There have been some significant prices achieved for these rare cars in recent years and, at this guide price, this certainly seems like a very interesting proposition. We welcome and encourage your inspection of this rare Firebird at our NEC Classic Car Show Sale.Specification Make: PONTIAC Model: FIREBIRD TRANS AM SE Year: 1977 Chassis Number: 2W87Z7N180355 Registration Number: VGC562W Transmission: Manual Engine Number: ZW87Z7N180355 Drive Side: Left-hand Drive Odometer Reading: 57752 Miles Make: LHDClick here for more details and images

A must-have for any car collector, the genesis of motorised transport. A painstakingly accurate replica in fantastic condition. Karl Benz, the brilliant German mechanical engineer, forever etched his name in the annals of automotive history in 1885 when he conceived and brought to life the world’s inaugural automobile, powered by an internal-combustion engine. Despite the existence of a handful of mechanically propelled contraptions across the globe at the time, it’s the Benz Motorwagen that stands as the indisputable pioneer. This innovative marvel took the form of a tricycle with two imposing rear wheels, propelled by a chain-drive single-speed drivetrain. The engine was equipped with a substantial horizontal flywheel to maintain the rotations churned out by a 954cc single-cylinder engine, delivering an awe-inspiring 0.9 horsepower. With this newfound power, the 3-wheeled wonder could hurtle down the road at an astonishing 16kph, an astounding feat for its era.Remarkably, it was Karl Benz’s wife, Bertha, who played an instrumental role in propelling the Motorwagen into the spotlight. In 1888, she embarked on a pioneering journey, the first documented long-distance trek by a vehicle driven by an internal combustion engine. Her expedition covered approximately 65 miles, spanning from Mannheim to her birthplace in Pforzheim. This arduous odyssey consumed around 13 gruelling hours and was executed without her husband Karl’s knowledge or the blessings of the authorities. The triumphant and well-documented voyage undoubtedly thrust the Benz Motorwagen into the global limelight.Given the international acclaim surrounding the Benz vehicle and Bertha’s historic journey, it was only a matter of time before a plethora of faithful running replicas emerged. Access to the original machine was generously granted, facilitating the acquisition of critical data and measurements, resulting in replicas that were genuine toolroom copies. So authentic were these reproductions that Mercedes-Benz Classic, the custodians of this automotive legacy, themselves commissioned around 100 of them. This serves as a true testament to the manufacturer’s commitment to preserving the rich heritage of the Motorwagen.Today we have the privilege of presenting one such replica, a pristine specimen that has most recently been in esteemed company, sharing its quarters with world-class collection of cars from almost every era of motoring. This offering represents a golden opportunity and is an absolute essential for any discerning collector. It stands as a guaranteed conversation starter and a captivating exhibit, shedding light on the origins of the beloved world of motoring as we know and cherish it today. Although being in running order, It is noted the cylinder drip feed oiler will need replacing before use.Specification Make: BENZ Model: PATENT MOTORWAGEN REPLICA Year: 1886 Chassis Number: TBC Registration Number: N/A Transmission: Single Speed Engine Number: TBC Drive Side: Left-hand Drive Make: LHD Interior Colour: Natural Woood & leather Click here for more details and images

Perhaps the defining British modern-classic, MG's supercar - rare, bespoke and capable; here with just 10,000 miles, a manual gearbox and in collector-quality condition. In 2001, the MG ‘XPower’ brand was created by MG Rover for their motorsport subsidiary, MG Sport & Racing Ltd. Soon after, the road-going MG SV supercar was planned as an indulgent 'halo' model, intended to give a further resurgence to the MG brand post-BMW, under the subsidiary and marketed using the fledging XPower brand. They were to be made available through a network of specialist XPower dealerships, or directly from the MG Sport & Racing factory. To get the project moving, MG bought out Italian manufacturer, Qvale, and planned to use its Mangusta - complete with trick chassis and Ford-sourced V8 - as the basis for a proper sports car.The XPower SV’s aggressive design was penned by Peter Stevens - the man responsible for the McLaren F1 - and there’s no denying it looks quite unlike anything that’s come before or since, seemingly combining tuner, exotic and muscle car elements into one package. It was built on a lightweight steel chassis (which had integral roll over bar protection, built to FIA standards) and was clothed in a carbon fibre body, made up from over 3,000 separate pieces. This was formed and cut to size in the UK before being shipped to Italy, where each part was laid in moulds before being 'cooked' to form the rigid sections that were then attached together to form the complete body.The extremely rigid steel box frame chassis, made in Italy, was fully built up before the body was attached, then the mechanically complete cars were finished in the UK. The engine utilised was a Ford 4.6-litre V8 (with twin cams per bank and four valves per cylinder) delivering 320bhp in base SV format, whilst the more potent SV-R model gained a Roush-tuned 'cammer' 5-litre V8 upping the output to an official 385bhp - though it allegedly produced closer to 410bhp. The SV-R could be specified with an automatic or manual 5-speed Tremec gearbox, helping to propel the latter from 0-60mph in 4.9 seconds, and with a top speed of 175mph.The consensus is that a total of just 82 cars were completed, of which 42 were the more powerful SV-R. Customers including Rowan Atkinson were keen to experience this MG supercar before the company entered administration on 12th April 2005.The car presented here is a 2004 MG XPower SV-R, Chassis #154 (first registered November 2004), with the more desirable manual gearbox and with only 10,669 miles covered from new. Its condition is wholly commensurate with that low-mileage and belies its 19 years. Ordered in Starlight Silver with contrasting black side vents, a black leather interior (including seats and steering wheel), electric seat height adjustment, electric windows, dual-action 4-belt, 3-point safety harness, SV-R 18" OZ split-rim alloy wheels and upgraded brakes, a specification it still retains today.#154 was initially utilised as a demonstrator for MG Sport & Racing's specially appointed XPower dealership, Phoenix Preston, to whom it was registered. As we understand it through the MG SV database, the car’s ownership remained with MG Sport & Racing Ltd., and it was returned from Preston when the wider business entered administration in April 2005. Indeed, the car still wears its MG Sport & Racing Ltd. number plates with pride! The car’s additional two keepers were associated with MG Rover, as it was serviced twice by them early on in its life.Since then, it has been fully serviced by Luffields, the official SV service agents, and more recently readied for sale by marque specialists, Retro Sports Cars Ltd. of Huddersfield. On offer from a small private Collection, this car has been diligently kept and used infrequently by our vendor since 2014. A never-to-be-repeated type of car from a bygone British carmaker - rare, exotic and a best-of-breed example - all the components for securing future status.Specification Make: MG Model: XPOWER SV-R Year: 2004 Chassis Number: SA9SVGCC5M130154 Registration Number: BX54 AUL Transmission: Manual Engine Number: 88207838 Drive Side: Right-hand Drive Odometer Reading: 10670 Miles Make: RHD Interior Colour: Black leather Click here for more details and images

A superbly restored, matching numbers example of an early 289 Hi-Po car, the model that was to inspire Caroll Shelby's GT350. With performance to raise a smile when in the mood, and enough space for the family when required, some say the Ford Mustang created its own industry sector by offering an affordable sports car for the daily commute. The second of two models, the Coupé was marketed as the hardtop version of the convertible, and is today known as the Notchback. The sportier looking Fastback was launched in early 1965, clearly defining the Mustang range and into Mustang genesis for the line of tuned Ford Mustangs that followed, was the early production 289 High Performance (Hi-Po) Mustang. This was the car that Carroll Shelby took and rebadged as the GT350.Records show that just 466 1965 K-Code cars were built at the Ford Dearborn factory in Illinois, many destined for Shelby's Los Angeles workshops. The example offered here is a 19th February 1965-registered Ford Mustang K-code Hi-Po finished to the most exacting standards. Possibly the finest early correct example available worldwide, and all tuned Mustangs, even today, can trace their DNA back to this car. Purchased in the United States in 2011, the restoration was carried out by renowned Mustang expert and MCA judge, Denis Frances Restos of Danville Virginia.It was subject to a bare-metal rotisserie restoration with the brief to make it as close as possible to the factory production line cars, including, remarkably, factory overspray detail and crayon marks. Finished in Caspian Blue with a black interior and fitted with Carlite factory-tint glass, it is incredibly faithful to the original specification and even retains its original door plate. It's fitted with it's original V8 289 Hi-Po engine as used in the Shelby GT350. This was rebuilt at the same time as the restoration at a cost of $7,000, and travelled just 300 miles in 2014.The 4-speed 'top-loader' manual gearbox was also rebuilt at the same time. The full specification includes black Decor seats, 9" differential, front discs with dual master cylinder, date-correct seat belts and new correct steel wheels. It also sports reproduced Arvinode exhausts. This Mustang really is as good as it gets, and has caught the eye of two previous vendors of ours, the first whilst on a plinth at the Silverstone Auctions NEC Classic Motor Show Sale in 2014.Prior to being sold by us last year, the Mustang had been rightly displayed on the Pride of Ownership stand at the Classic Motor Show. Our 2022 sale vendor had added a spare wheel with cover, fitted a period correct radio with modern electrics, prop shaft seals and passenger side window regulator, with the works carried out by noted specialist Bill Shepherd Mustang at a cost of £2,358. The car's current owner has kept the car in a heated garage since purchase, and is thinning his collection out on a 'last in-first out' basis.Presented to auction with a history file that includes recent receipts, V5C, Owner's Manuals, a book entitled The 289 Mustang High Performance Mustang Story and an odometer reading of 20,987 miles at the time of cataloguing.Specification Make: FORD Model: MUSTANG Year: 1965 Chassis Number: 5F09K640857 Registration Number: FNA 392C Transmission: Manual Engine Number: 640857 Drive Side: Left-hand Drive Odometer Reading: 21000 Miles Make: Only LHD Interior Colour: BlackClick here for more details and images

Classic looks and very competitive, this fabulous Alfa race car has current FIA HTP papers valid until 2026. The Alfa Romeo 1750 GTV was made its debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September 1967. This classic Alfa Romeo model was a popular sports coupe and formed part of the Alfa Romeo 105/115 Series, known for its elegant design and sporty performance. In 1971 Alfa Romeo introduced the 2000 GTV at the Geneva Motor Show in March of 1971. The 2000 GTV was essentially an updated/continuation of the 1750 GTV, retaining the 1750 GTV coachwork but with minor detail styling changed, and the biggest change, a torquey 1962cc DOHC-engine now producing 132bhp in standard guise.Driver’s cars par excellence in the best Alfa Romeo tradition, Bertone's timelessly elegant Giulia-based coupés are among the most exciting sports models of the 1960s and 1970s. This wonderful little racer is an original UK-delivered, right-hand drive example that has been raced and competed all over the international circuit in recent years, and contrary to popular opinion on Alfas, it remains to be working faultlessly!Here at Iconic Auctioneers, we are huge fans of the Alfa Romeo 1750 and 2000 GTV respectively, and it is with great excitement that we offer a fabulously competitive and very well prepared, right-hand drive, FIA certified variant of this fantastic little coupé. The car is a 1750 GTV that has been built and homologated to H1 1972-1975 specification, registered with the FIA as a 1971 2000 GTV with the therefore correct 1962cc engine. For the long-distance rally enjoyers, and ‘enthusiastic’ drivers, the car is fully road-legal and road registered with a current V5.The history file contains a colossal amount of bills and invoices from Alfa specialists Alfaholics, Classic Alfa and DLR services. The engine is fully forged with most parts supplied by Alfaholics totalling nearly £10,000 in October 2014 alone. The engine was removed, stripped, machined and rebuilt by DLR services in 2014/15 with bills on file in excess of £5,000, as well rolling road setup. The bills and invoices for parts and labour are well in excess of £20,000, and there is also an abundance of race results, timing sheets and race entries included in the file. Importantly, also included is the MSA Homologation Form and MSA Historic Technical Papers, valid until 31/12/2026. It goes without saying that this Alfa is phenomenally fast and fastidiously built, with the finest parts supplied and fitted to this car. Viewing of the history file is highly recommended, it makes for very pleasant reading.Cosmetically one would expect a few blemishes on race cars, but as can be seen from the photos, this lovely Alfa presents extremely well, running and driving as beautifully as it looks, making a delightful noise out of its side-exit exhaust. The bodywork in Farina Red shows no sign of the scourge of Alfas, the dreaded tin worm, and the interior is in a good condition. The car has been maintained without thought of expense and shows its age beautifully.The car is competitive, having been raced internationally in France at Dijon in 2016, coming 2nd in class and 13th overall, at Spa in 2015, and across the UK at Silverstone all the way up to 2019, and winning its class at Donnington in 2016.The historic touring car grid is always an aesthetically pleasing line-up, but this little Alfa is up there with the absolute prettiest, but not to be fooled by its good looks, it certainly packs a punch and gets very strong race results when push comes to shove.Specification Make: ALFA ROMEO Model: 2000 GTV Year: 1971 Chassis Number: AR1455438 Registration Number: FEH 896J Transmission: Manual Engine Number: 00548E6514 Drive Side: Right-hand Drive Make: RHD Interior Colour: BlackClick here for more details and images

Is there a cooler classic car? Understated, Highland Green, Fastback silhouette; this is a superb example that drives as well as it looks. The original Mustang was exactly the right car at the right time and consequently, this 'sports car for the masses' sold 1,000,000 in less than two years. The secret of the Mustang's success was a broad appeal that extended beyond the target market thanks to a great value-for-money package, combining sporty looks, decent economy and brisk performance. Available as a Notchback Coupe, Convertible or, from 1965, as Fastback Coupe and the array of trim and engine options meant that there was a 'Stang' to satisfy everyone. The fastback Coupe is an effortlessly cool shape and is the Mustang profile that people default to in their mind's eye. Mustangs could be ordered in specifications ranging from six-cylinder economy to V8-powered luxury, whilst customers could choose from an extensive range of factory options with the result that seldom are two Mustangs identical. Already an outstanding success, the Mustang was turned into a legend overnight following its appearance in the Steve McQueen film, Bullitt  in 1968. In one of the most spectacular car chases ever seen in a motion picture, McQueen's maverick cop, Frank Bullitt, wowed audiences as he was pursued by two hitmen driving a Dodge Charger 440 'Magnum' in a high-speed chase through the streets of San Francisco. Bullitt essentially did for movie car chases what Star Wars did for science fiction films. That's because, unlike other movies at the time, the stunt driving was all real; there were no cheap rear-screen projections used for the close-up shots of the actors, and none of the scenes were sped up in post-production to heighten the sense of speed. They didn't need to be, because those cars really were barrelling through the streets of San Francisco at over 110mph! There was a real sense of danger, unlike any movie chase before it, as the two muscle cars weaved through traffic and jumped over the hills of San Francisco, while the camera literally put you in the driving seat. The soundtrack is glorious too, and we don't mean the music soundtrack. Not a word of dialogue is spoken during the 11-minute long sequence. Apart from the scene-setting jazz score that does a great job of building tension before the chase erupts in a cloud of tire smoke, there's no music either, allowing you to appreciate the sound of two thunderous V8 muscle cars and their screaming tortured tyres battling it out. It promptly became an unforgettable part of cinematic history and confirmed the Mustang as one of the all-time classics.The car presented here is a 1968 Ford Mustang, Steve McQueen 'Bullitt-style' Fastback with subtle upgrades to get it to the level of accuracy we see today. It’s supplied with a Marti Report (see image attached) which shows that it was an original Highland Green Fastback built at Ford’s Dearborn plant and sold by the Rebsamen Motor Company in Little Rock, Arkansas. Before leaving the USA, it was registered and used in California and a copy of the California Title is present. The car arrived in the UK in 2015 and is registered correctly with all import taxes paid.The paintwork is very good throughout, dressed in movie-correct, Highland Green, and the exterior has front and rear bumper guards, screen sun-visor, correct inset sidelights, front and rear inset reflectors, original-style chrome mirrors and twin 2-inch exhaust pipes. The car sits on period-correct Torq-Thrust wheels with 225/55/16 Bridgestone Sport tyres. The private McQueen movie number plate 'JJZ' is also supplied with the car.The interior has been fully restored with movie-correct, black deluxe seats, woodgrain dash panel and door cards, and new carpets and headlining. The correct, 4-speed, top-loader, manual gearbox has the Hurst GT shifter with a white ball GT gear knob and was refurbished recently (an invoice refers). 3-point front seat belts and rear lap belts are installed. The 302ci V8 starts on the button and sounds great with its nickel-plated, 'shorty' performance headers and full X-pipe custom large dual Magnaflow exhausts. Steering is power-assisted, and disc brakes are fitted on the front. The indicated mileage is 4,642, the MOT is valid until 8th August 2024 and there is a small service file with some bills. Our vendor has spent £12,000 in further improving this car’s driveability, with recent work to the gearbox and suspension, plus some other minor touches (see invoices attached), to make this a really spot-on classic muscle car, with the sure-fire cool-factor of its Bullitt-style demeanour.We welcome any inspection of this iconic piece of American automotive history. Here is your opportunity to purchase an accurate homage to the world's most famous Mustang - unleash your inner McQueen!Specification Make: FORD MUSTANG Model: 289 FASTBACK Year: 1967 Chassis Number: 8F02C114635 Registration Number: JJZ 454 Transmission: Manual Engine Number: C60E-942S-K Drive Side: Left-hand Drive Odometer Reading: 5005 Miles Make: LHDClick here for more details and images

Incredibly well-built road-legal Dakar Classic 2022 finisher, offered at a mere fraction of the build cost. Everyone knows about the Lancer Evolution and its WRC successes, but somehow Mitsubishi managed to sneak another ‘Evolution’ into their line-up - the Pajero Evolution. Mitsubishi is synonymous with their 'off the beaten track' form of racing, both literally and figuratively. Their undeniable successes in the World Rally Championship are well-documented, but their Dakar Rally successes are not to be overlooked, having taken the top trophy on 12 separate occasions with variations of the Pajero Evolution.As an homologation special, 2,500 Pajero Evolution road cars were built in order to meet Dakar Rally’s production-based T2 class requirements. It was based on the second generation Pajero but with many features unique to the model. Equipped with a 3.5-litre 24-valve DOHC V6 6G74 engine with MIVEC and a dual-plenum variable intake producing 276bhp (‘that’ Gentleman’s Agreement figure) and 256lb/ft of torque. Actual figures suggest that the car was more likely to be pumping out north of 300bhp. It would complete 0-60mph in just eight seconds, which is not bad for a two tonne truck, and you can rest assured it will do that on whatever surface you like.The two-door body incorporated large wheel arch flares, two fin-like rear spoilers, a bonnet scoop, Recaro seats and various other racing-inspired styling elements. Skid plates and mud flaps were included for additional off-road protection. Double wishbone independent suspension was used on the front and the rear used a multi-link independent suspension unique to the Pajero Evolution. Four-wheel drive was standard, with front and rear Torsen differentials.Offered here is something really rather special. The car was purchased as a totally standard road-going Pajero Evo by our rallying vendor in May 2021 with the goal of competing in the gruelling Dakar Classic from 1st-14th January 2022, giving just a six month timeframe to complete the car. The Dakar Rally is one of, if not the most, brutal and toughest rallies one can compete in globally, and with a tight timeframe, the build was commenced immediately. With an engineering background and a huge level of rally experience, the car was fully and meticulously prepared for the rally using the best parts and equipment. It was built to FIA specification and regulations in order to compete, meaning the specification list is immense, and can be viewed within the history file and in the photos. To list a few of the parts fitted there are: FIA-approved seats, harnesses, bag-tank, battery cut-off, fire extinguishers, roll-cage, ally firewall, 3-part upgraded sump guard, Cooper Discoverer tyres. The list goes on and on. Conservative figures given just for the parts installed and fitted to the car in the build process comfortably surpass the £30,000 mark, excluding the labour involved or the purchase of the donor car. To build or replicate a car to be this competitive, capable, well-built, reliable and well-maintained, one would comfortably be looking at a £100,000 plus build cost.For the 2022 Dakar Classic, the husband-and-wife team was denoted the (lucky) competition number #777 with the car not only finishing the rally, which is no easy feat, but completing it with no issues at all, a contrast to other Pajeros that were entered which struggled with mechanical issues throughout, proving a real testament to the build quality of this example.With the Dakar Classic box ticked and the itch scratched, our vendor has tidied and refurbished the car, with an MOT valid until 14th August 2024, now seeing it as time to move the car on to focus on other rallying projects, and to enable the next custodian to enjoy this ready to go, monster road-going Dakar Classic finisher at a fraction of its build cost.Specification Make: MITSUBISHI Model: PAJERO EVOLUTION Year: 1998 Chassis Number: V554402406 Registration Number: R290 BLH Transmission: Automatic Engine Number: E-V55W6974 Drive Side: Right-hand Drive Odometer Reading: 116000 Miles Make: RHD Interior Colour: BlackClick here for more details and images

Superbly presented, rare four-door 321bhp M3 Evolution on offer from the Private Collection of rock legend, Jay Kay. Based on the critically acclaimed E36 platform, BMW’s second generation M3 was unveiled in 1992 and featured a straight-six under the bonnet for the first time. Initially based on the stylish coupé model of the new 3-series, with its slippery new shape and fresh corporate face, the M3 employed some seriously sophisticated hardware, marking the first use of BMW’s new double VANOS system to adjust both inlet and exhaust camshafts. The sublime 3-litre engine boasted 24-valve technology, twin overhead camshafts along with the variable valve timing system, controlled by the latest Bosch Motronic fuel injection. Power was significantly boosted over the old four-cylinder model, rising to 286 horses at 7,000rpm. Already lauded as one of the finest-handling chassis on the market, in M3 guise the E36 became a world beater, capable of out-performing many exotics. Things continued to improve with the expansion of the range in 1994 to include a four-door saloon, and the arrival of the second generation Evolution cars powered by the new S52 B32, 3.2-litre straight-six with a raised compression ratio to 11.3:1, which significantly upped the power output to 321bhp at 7,400rpm. A 6-speed manual gearbox was fitted and the sequential DSG transmission was an option. Other changes included a new Cornering Brake Control system and 17" wheels, with fatter 225/45 ZR17 (front) and 245/40 ZR17 (rear) tyres. Regarded as one of the best sports cars of the 1990s, BMW’s E36 M3 Evolution was destined to become a classic. We are delighted to be asked to offer this fabulous four-door E36 Evo with the 6-speed manual gearbox from the private Collection of rock legend and knowledgeable petrol head, Jay Kay. It's one of only 570 UK right-hand drive examples of the E36 Evolution Saloon and has covered just 46,074 miles from new. It's finished in Boston Green Metallic with a classic M3 interior in light grey Nappa leather and it's only fair to describe the car as immaculate. These final cars are really great to drive, quick, smooth and immensely competent. Book-ended by the E30 and E46 M3s, the E36 M3 is often overlooked and, particularly in four-door form, underrated meaning that they are superb value. In amazing condition, with low-mileage and the cachet of celebrity ownership, this desirable M3 seems very sensibly guided. Specification Make: BMW Model: M3 Year: 1996 Chassis Number: WBSCD92000EX93279 Registration Number: P180 RNW Transmission: Manual Engine Number: 60531290 Odometer Reading: 46000 Miles Make: Interior Colour: Grey LeatherClick here for more details and images

A very rare surviving UK-supplied 'suicide door' cabriolet that has been fully restored and just three former keepers from new. The austerity of the basic 500, known as the 'Economica', was not well received initially, prompting the swift introduction of a revised and better-equipped model which first appeared towards the end of 1957 at the Turin Show. Refinements incorporated in this less spartan version included wind-down windows, an upholstered rear seat, column-mounted switch-gear stalks and hubcaps. Introduced in 1960, the succeeding 500D used the 499.5cc engine of the 500 Sport in de-tuned form whilst, in 1965, that was superseded by the 500F. Maximum power increased to 22bhp and the top speed to within a whisker of 60mph. An immense success for FIAT, almost 3,000,000 of these adorable little cars had been sold when production ceased in 1975. However, the 500D known for its rear hinged 'suicide doors' has become the most sought after when combined with the full length sunroof known as the 'Transformable' and a restored UK-supplied example is therefore the 'holy grail' for any fan of the Italian Mini!We therefore come nicely to this fabulously presented example which was registered in the UK on 1st August 1964 to the first of just three former keepers. Beautifully restored, this charming car has recently been subject to a full repaint in the highly desirable colour of Azzurro Aquamarine with a full professional retrim by the renowned company, Unrivalled Coachtrimming of Basingstoke, below a brand new hood. The recent engine-out service is complemented by a new clutch with new braking components all round and four new tyres. New brightwork has been fitted with the original aluminium professionally polished where possible.With a current odometer reading of a shade under 36,000 miles, at the time of cataloguing, this car is presented to auction with a detailed history file that includes extensive invoices for the work done and represents a rare opportunity to enjoy one of the rarest surviving examples of a UK-supplied 'suicide door' full sunroof 500D in classic Italian colours.Specification Make: FIAT Model: 500D Year: 1964 Chassis Number: 110D723145 Registration Number: BLP 935B Transmission: Manual Engine Number: 797554 Drive Side: Right-hand Drive Odometer Reading: 37000 Miles Make: RHD Interior Colour: Red/PinkClick here for more details and images

Part of the Kinlee Collection, a chassis-up restoration with upgrades that are unique in the market place. The Kinlee Collection illustrates our vendor's lifelong devotion to improvement. Eclectic, yes, but each motor car represents an aspect of our vendor's personality. Having bought many cars from us over the years, we appreciate our vendor's loyalty in returning the nostalgic Escort RS16000 and much-improved E-Type back into our care for the next custodians. Before we come to the extraordinary Wolf Defenders, the unique restoration of the 110 Pick-Up started out as a wager between our vendor and his friend, who together have changed the skyline of a major city, and whether he'd recognise his old car once it had gone through our vendor's private workshop, he didn't!Our vendor's appreciation of engineering started early, awarded Student of the Year five years running whilst ignoring the obvious distractions of 1970s college life. With success came fast cars and a classic Aston Martin or two, but one day, an interest for improving a certain type of Land Rover began and became a passion that has grown into a private workshop with skilled technicians who do take their time when restoring the cars and maintaining our vendor’s fleet of classic Astons, Jensens and more. Finally, when asked by this consignor of the significance of Kinlee, our vendor referred us to his favourite song by The Kinks: I’m Not Like Everybody Else.First registered on 16th December 2005, our vendor bought this 110 Defender Double Cab in May 2021. Unlike the Wolf Defenders, he decided to have a bit of fun with a standard car, enhancing a utility vehicle to give it a more of an aggressive stance. The vehicle was stripped down to the chassis and completely rebuilt with each panel painted separately before reassembly. The chassis was cleaned and treated professionally. Our vendor tells us that a lot of thought went into the styling, with parts supplied by Uproar 4x4 with lots of bespoke stainless steel parts fitted to the double cab to give a bit of a stealth look. It’s fitted with an Alisport intercooler, Stealth rock sliders, bespoke bumper, light bar with Stealth bonnet armour and billet air vents to match to give that cool, aggressive stance.The rear load bay is fitted with a Bison Design 80mm diameter roll cage and a Willis Systems load bay kit. Wipac smoked glass LED lights fitted all-round are finished, with bespoke light guards to give that added protection. A complete, new, genuine XS second-row seating package was supplied by JLR Parts Ltd. with matching modular front seats, a cubby box by Exmoor Trim, and the effect is finished off with a Momo steering wheel and a new Alcantara roof lining. Sitting on a new set of BF Goodrich All-Terrain tyres on new black Sawtooth wheels and ready to face any challenge. The current odometer reading is 66,650 miles and the advisory free MOT is valid until 3rd April 2024.Specification Make: LAND ROVER Model: 110 Year: 2005 Chassis Number: SALLDHF576A711386 Registration Number: KC55 DCU Transmission: Manual Engine Number: 15P23205B Drive Side: Right-hand Drive Odometer Reading: 66700 Miles Make: RHD Interior Colour: Tan LeatherClick here for more details and images

Part of the Kinlee Collection and one of the finest restored examples to be found of the legendary and rare, Wolf Defender. The Kinlee Collection illustrates our vendor's lifelong devotion to improvement. Eclectic, yes, but each motor car represents an aspect of our vendor's personality. Having bought many cars from us over the years, we appreciate our vendor's loyalty in returning the nostalgic Escort RS16000 and much-improved E-Type back into our care for the next custodians. Before we come to the extraordinary Wolf Defenders, the unique restoration of the 110 Pick-Up started out as a wager between our vendor and his friend, who together have changed the skyline of a major city, and whether he'd recognise his old car once it had gone through our vendor's private workshop, he didn't!Our vendor's appreciation of engineering started early, awarded Student of the Year five years running whilst ignoring the obvious distractions of 1970s college life. With success came fast cars and a classic Aston Martin or two, but one day, an interest for improving a certain type of Land Rover began and became a passion that has grown into a private workshop with skilled technicians who do take their time when restoring the cars and maintaining our vendor’s fleet of classic Astons, Jensens and more. Finally, when asked by this consignor of the significance of Kinlee, our vendor referred us to his favourite song by The Kinks: I’m Not Like Everybody Else.The Wolf’s mechanical list is extensive but, in brief, it featured a 113bhp, 300TDi engine with no electronics except for the fuel pump solenoid, rust-proofed chassis from new, gearbox cooling system, reinforced front bulkhead, rails and sills, reinforced Salisbury rear axle and standard reinforced front axle with uprated differentials. It's not known how many Ministry of Defence Wolf Defenders were scrapped due to combat damage, or quietly sold to foreign armies and NGOs, but most open-topped 'canvas tilt' Defenders rarely survived Army use, and Royal Navy cars suffered from their proximity to the sea. Far outnumbered in production by their hard-topped siblings, the canvas backed Wolf rarely saw domestic service as the hard top was better suited to the British weather and most were therefore in left-hand drive for overseas use.The Wolf, based on the Defender 90 and 110 Defender, was introduced in 1994 but it took two years of testing, rejection, upgrading and further testing before the Ministry of Defence was satisfied. It was far stronger and more reliable than the standard car on which it was based as a result. An order for some 8,000 Wolf Defenders was placed in 1996 by the Ministry of Defence at a cost of some £40,000 each for the basic Wolf. Some 97 variants were produced, and they included the Air Drop, Ambulance, Helicopter Support Platform, Tropical Field Ambulance, Waterised Weapons Mounted Installation Kit and Winterised/Waterproofed Field Ambulance.These unique vehicles can’t be compared to a standard defender, as they were originally built to withstand the rugged requirements of the army for the MoD. This former FFR hard top model has been transformed since its retirement from the services in 2013 after a quarter century of service. Subject to a full body-off restoration in 2022, to give it a new civilian life whilst retaining its unique stance and muscular go-anywhere presence and converted to the soft top. In addition to the superb Nara Bronze and black colour combination with each panel being painted individually before being reassemble, the attention to detail is superb.The exterior is fitted with black powder-coated stainless steel bumpers, rock sliders and body armour by Uproar 4x4. The complementary tan interior and steering wheel is by Exmoor Trim, load bay kit by Willis Systems and a bespoke mohair soft-top by All wheel Trim to top off the look together with Wipac LED lights. Fitted with a 'pioneer kit' and genuine Blindo wheels used by the Military for WMIK models, freshly powder-coated and shod with Cooper STT tyres. Like all Ministry of Defence Land Rovers, the odometer is in kilometres, and the current reading of 109,000km, or 67,729 miles, is largely immaterialOur vendor has requested the Wolf’s history from the Ministry of Defence under the Freedom of Information Act, and should be available by the auction and will have a fresh MOT by that time.Specification Make: LAND ROVER Model: WOLF DEFENDER Year: 1998 Chassis Number: SALLDAA67VA130316 Registration Number: R642GJL Transmission: Manual Drive Side: Right-hand Drive Odometer Reading: 109000 KM Make: RHD Interior Colour: Tan LeatherClick here for more details and images

Part of the Kinlee Collection and superbly restored with a unique colour scheme, a cappuccino with a few extra shots. The Kinlee Collection illustrates our vendor's lifelong devotion to improvement. Eclectic, yes, but each motor car represents an aspect of our vendor's personality. Having bought many cars from us over the years, we appreciate our vendor's loyalty in returning the nostalgic Escort RS16000 and much-improved E-Type back into our care for the next custodians. Before we come to the extraordinary Wolf Defenders, the unique restoration of the 110 Pick-Up started out as a wager between our vendor and his friend, who together have changed the skyline of a major city, and whether he'd recognise his old car once it had gone through our vendor's private workshop, he didn't!Our vendor's appreciation of engineering started early, awarded Student of the Year five years running whilst ignoring the obvious distractions of 1970s college life. With success came fast cars and a classic Aston Martin or two, but one day, an interest for improving a certain type of Land Rover began and became a passion that has grown into a private workshop with skilled technicians who do take their time when restoring the cars and maintaining our vendor’s fleet of classic Astons, Jensens and more. Finally, when asked by this consignor of the significance of Kinlee, our vendor referred us to his favourite song by The Kinks: I’m Not Like Everybody Else.The Wolf, based on the Defender 90 and 110 Defender, was introduced in 1994 but it took two years of testing, rejection, upgrading and further testing before the Ministry of Defence was satisfied. It was far stronger and more reliable than the standard car on which it was based as a result. An order for some 8,000 Wolf Defenders was placed in 1996 by the Ministry of Defence at a cost of some £40,000 each for the basic Wolf. Some 97 variants were produced and they included the Air Drop, Ambulance, Helicopter Support Platform, Tropical Field Ambulance, Waterised Weapons Mounted Installation Kit and Winterised/Waterproofed Field Ambulance.The Wolf’s mechanical list is extensive but, in brief, it featured a 113bhp, 300TDi engine with no electronics except for the fuel pump solenoid, rust proofed chassis from new, gearbox cooling system, reinforced front bulkhead, rails and sills, reinforced Salisbury rear axle and standard reinforced front axle with uprated differentials. It's not known how many Ministry of Defence Wolf Defenders were scrapped due to combat damage, or quietly sold to foreign armies and NGOs, but most open-topped 'canvas tilt' Defenders rarely survived Army use, and Royal Navy cars suffered from their proximity to the sea. Far outnumbered in production by their hard-topped siblings, the canvas-backed Wolf rarely saw domestic service, as the hard top was better suited to the British weather and most were therefore in left-hand drive for overseas use.This 90 Wolf was originally registered in 1997 to the Ministry of Defence on 30th October and was decommissioned in 2020. Affectionally known as the 'Cappuccino', it has undergone a full body-off restoration, with each panel painted separately before reassembly. The heavy-duty chassis has been cleaned and treated ready to meet any challenges put before it. The inspiration for this build was to make it cool and simple at the same time, retaining its muscular military heritage and take it back to its Land Rover roots for its new civilian life. All the cappings have been galvanised to compliment the cappuccino colour along with the white powder-coated roll-cage when the top is removed.The dark chocolate leather interior by Exmoor Trim, Willis Systems load bay kit and the bespoke All Wheel Trim chocolate brown mohair soft top perfectly matches the white and cappuccino colour scheme. An LED upgrade light kit has been added to complete the look. Like all MoD Land Rovers, the odometer is in kilometres and the current reading is a shade under 104,000km or 64,622 miles. Our vendor has requested the Wolf’s history from the Ministry of Defence under the Freedom of Information Act and it should be available by the auction.The Design philosophy for this build was to keep it simple, and so the pioneer kit was retained along with its original heavy duty Wolf wheels which were repainted and fitted with new Michelin XZL tyres. This Wolf is ready for its new lease of life and will come complete with its Military History.Specification Make: LAND ROVER Model: DEFENDER Year: 1997 Chassis Number: SALLDAA67VA126830 Registration Number: R415 OUS Transmission: Manual Engine Number: 25L03302A Drive Side: Right-hand Drive Odometer Reading: 103800 KM Make: RHD Interior Colour: Black LeatherClick here for more details and images

Part of the Cheshire Collection, an award winning seven-year restoration, celebrated in print for its cosmetic authenticity and modern performance due to its 2-litre Zetec engine. A unique car, extensively exhibited and known as the 2000E. The Cheshire Collection is a carefully curated ensemble of modern classics that represent our vendor's enthusiasm, and are all offered on a No Reserve basis to make way for new additions to their respective collections. For nearly a decade, they have been a welcome sight at our auctions, and whilst we have appreciated their energetic bidding, we have valued their chats, enthusiast to enthusiast, just as much. Each car is special, whether it's the vastly improved 1973 Ford Escort, the last production Sierra RS Cosworth showing more than 21,000 miles, the fabulous 12,000km 'Group N' Escort Cosworth, the well-maintained Clio V6, the one-owner, low-mileage Evo VI GSR to, perhaps, the best 2005 Honda Civic Type R on the market.This highly celebrated car started out as an Escort 1300E on 18th December 1973 and according to the September issue of Classic Ford Magazine in 2016, where the car was glowingly reviewed, it took nearly a decade of patience, hard work and skill to get to what we see today. Not just rebuilt to be shown at the UK’s finest classic shows, Mr Penney, the owner, wanted the best combination of classic and modern. Details of the restoration are extensive, as are the sourcing of NOS parts, from critical components such as panels to the often overlooked trim. 'Detail and Finish' were the guiding principals throughout the process.New panels were fitted as required including the rear quarters, inner and outer sills, front and rear panel, slam panel, turrets, full length inner wing tops, door skins, front floor pans with the addition of strut-top strengthening plates. Other new parts included the windscreen, drop glasses, dash switches, boot trim and hockey sticks, front indicator lenses, rear light lenses, front quarter and rear bumpers with re-chromed door handles and rear light surrounds. Finished in Stardust Silver (Sikkens Autowave Waterbase and Crystal Lacquer), new roof vinyl and a fully rebuilt Britax Weathershield sunroof.The 2-litre Zetec (Silvertop) had covered 6,000 miles and was treated to new rings, a skimmed head, new head gasket and new valve seats before fitting with standard cams all painted in Satin Plastikote , 'BDA-style' rocker cover, new Weber 45s with braided fuel lines, Omex ECU, new painted copper radiator, Kenlowe fan, full 2.5" stainless exhaust including a 4-2-1 manifold. A 'Type 9' gearbox with Quaife shift was fitted with a fully rebuilt 3.77 English diff within a powder-coated rear axle, new front and half-shaft bearings, Bilstein adjustable coil-over front struts, with the front suspension powder-coated throughout. Bias box fed in braided hose to new M16 calipers, Mintex pads and vented discs. New rear dampers, powder-coated multi leaves with lowering blocks and new poly-bushes throughout. New banded Lotus 5.5J wheels and chrome centre caps with Falken 185/60/13sThe interior was treated to new RS 'Scheel'-specification Beta cloth interior, fully stripped, re-veneered dash and cappings, new door cards and footwell panels. New black Moonstone headlining and sunroof lining, original rear quarter panels and a new rear parcel shelf were also fitted. Once completed, it took part at the 2015 Classic Ford Show 'Great Unveiling' at Santa Pod, was a 2015 Classic Motor Show Meguiars Showcase Finalist at the NEC, was the 2016 Classic Ford of the Year Nominee sponsored by Classic Ford Magazine, won the 2017 Best Modified section of the Wonderland Sports & Classic Car Show, Hoveringham, was invited to participate at the 2018 London Classic Car Show Grand Avenue parade and won the 2018 Manchester Classic Car Show Best Trailered award.We like unique cars and very few award-winning examples are available at this estimate, not least with a conversion to modern running gear that has gained the approval of so many.Specification Make: FORD Model: ESCORT 1ST GEN Year: 1973 Chassis Number: BBATNK41838 Registration Number: TMX913M Transmission: Manual Drive Side: Right-hand Drive Odometer Reading: 96000 Miles Make: RHD Interior Colour: BlackClick here for more details and images

Part of the Cheshire Collection, one of 256 Phase 1 cars supplied to the UK market and just two registered keepers, who were neighbours. The Cheshire Collection is a carefully curated ensemble of modern classics that represent our vendor's enthusiasm, and are all offered on a No Reserve basis to make way for new additions to their respective collections. For nearly a decade, they have been a welcome sight at our auctions, and whilst we have appreciated their energetic bidding, we have valued their chats, enthusiast to enthusiast, just as much. Each car is special, whether it's the vastly improved 1973 Ford Escort, the last production Sierra RS Cosworth showing more than 21,000 miles, the fabulous 12,000km 'Group N' Escort Cosworth, the well-maintained Clio V6, the one-owner, low-mileage Evo VI GSR to, perhaps, the best 2005 Honda Civic Type R on the market.A spin-off from the 'Clio Trophy' race series and first previewed at the Paris Motor Show in 1998, the Clio V6 230 was in many ways the spiritual successor to the mid-engined 5-Turbo. Launched in 2001, the wide-hipped, mid-engined ‘baby supercar' was broadly based on the Clio Mk II but the V6 variant actually shared very little with its standard counterpart. Where the rear seats would normally be nestled a tweaked version of the proven and unstressed 3-litre, 24v, V6 unit from the Laguna saloon offering access to 227bhp (230PS) fed to the rear wheels and enabling 0-60 in 6.2 seconds and 146mph, not for the faint-hearted in such a diminutive 'rocket ship'. The Phase 1 cars were assembled by hand at the Tom Walkinshaw Racing (TWR) workshops in Uddevalla in Sweden, using parts shipped from France, producing just 1,513 examples between 2001 and 2003.This right-hand drive UK-supplied 2002 Phase 1 Clio V6 is finished in sparkling Iceberg Silver with a Charcoal half-leather and Alcantara interior and was registered to the first of just two keepers on the 15th July 2002. Stored in a 'Carcoon' in a heated garage the car formed part of a collection and having admired his mature enthusiast neighbour’s car for many years, the second recorded keeper bought the car directly from him and lightly recommissioned it, thereafter driving it only on sunny days. Recently serviced with a brake system overhaul, the car will be presented to auction with a fresh MOT, handbooks and service book. The Clio's condition shows the care bestowed on it from new, the odometer reading 42,568 miles at the time of cataloguing.Offered at No Reserve and estimated keenly, this modern classic represents a great opportunity to join the rarefied world of low-production UK, rear-engine motoring.Specification Make: RENAULT Model: CLIO V6 Year: 2002 Chassis Number: VF1C61A0625482305 Registration Number: FX02WWL Transmission: Manual Engine Number: F118588 Drive Side: Right-hand Drive Odometer Reading: 42568 Miles Make: RHD Interior Colour: BlackClick here for more details and images

On offer from the Barton J Hubert No Reserve Collection - with the hammer price (plus Buyers Premium) going to the Kids Club Kampala Charity; a simply stunning Collector-quality Series 1 with just under 1,900 miles from new. Purity is a fragile and vulnerable thing and in August 1996, the revolutionary new Lotus Elise seemed to ooze purity from every extruded anodised aluminium and epoxy resin crevice, with nothing superfluous subtracting from the essence of this truly minimalist, focused little sports car. Although 'beautiful to behold' it certainly was, the time-honoured relationship between 'form and function' was clearly evident in the way it went and handled, with its lightweight chassis-tub at 731kg failing to daunt the enthusiasm of the mid-mounted, 1.8-litre K-series engine and its 118bhp was enough for a 0-60mph time in the low sixes, allied to decent torque in the higher ratios. Clothed in two-piece 'clamshell' fibreglass bodywork, the featherweight two-door also featured all round double-wishbone, independent coil-over suspension, rack and pinion steering, four-wheel ventilated disc brakes and a 5-speed gearbox.Designer Julian Thomson and engineer Richard Rackham were keen to create a car with something of a motorcycle's feel and they undoubtedly succeeded; as is evident as much in the aluminium-and-rubber interior and neat little Stack instrument panel, as in the car's dynamic intimacy with the road, the wind and the weather. The Elise was a reaction to the corpulent world of leather, luxury and levers becoming increasingly evident in Lotus road cars, and was an attempt to recreate Colin Chapman’s early principles before he abandoned them in a move upmarket.Introduced at the 1995 Frankfurt Motor Show, just over 10,600 S1 Elises were built before the arrival of the S2 in 2001. It’s a testimony to the concept that, almost 27 years on from launch, the original 118bhp S1 still delivers. As with other great drivers' cars such as the E30 M3 and the original Elan, all things feel in balance – power, grip, handling and mass, making for a uniquely satisfying experience. The Series 2 naturally benefitted from further years of development, however the more demure Series 1 still defines the breed.The car presented here is a 1997 Lotus Elise S1 which was supplied new by long-established Lotus dealers Bell & Colvill to Robert ‘Robs’ Lamplough, the well-known 1960s racing driver and prominent member of the BRDC. Remarkably, it has covered just 1,900 miles from new, supported by its incredible condition and its detailed history file. This is a 'museum-quality' modern-classic, but it has been used and exercised sparingly, ensuring its fitness. Coincidentally, our very own ambassador, Harry Metcalfe, drove this actual car in October 2022, saying 'Nothing to see here, just an 1,800 miles from new 1996 Lotus Elise I was in today. Felt so light on its feet (K-Series was the perfect engine for the Elise) and steering was a reminder of how good a no-power assist rack can be. Pretty car too.'This little Lotus presents superbly in Racing Green Metallic with Magnolia hide, and is fitted with a 'Momo' steering wheel, built in driving lights and Perspex headlamp covers. It is the 911th example produced and is equipped with a number of features unique to the early cars, including the lightweight Metal Matrix Composite (MMC) brakes and aluminium engine cover that helped towards achieving the headline-grabbing target weight of just 690kg.The accompanying history file includes it's original purchase invoice and previous service invoices (including from the supplying dealer). As good as you'd ever find.This fabulous Lotus is very generously being offered for sale with the hammer price figure realised (plus, the IA sellers commission) being donated to Birmingham-based charity Kids Club Kampala - a children’s charity with a Christian ethos working in Uganda, East Africa. Their mission is to support vulnerable kids in the slums of Kampala, the capital of Uganda, by providing for both their immediate needs and strengthening their futures by feeding, protecting, educating and skilling. Their projects are a lifeline to vulnerable children, and they are currently supporting over 300,000 individuals across 12 communities in Uganda.Specification Make: LOTUS Model: ELISE SERIES 1 Year: 1997 Chassis Number: SCC111YN1VHA10911 Registration Number: P516 FPM Transmission: Manual Engine Number: 18K4FJ31481945 Odometer Reading: 1900 Miles Make: Interior Colour: Magnolia Click here for more details and images

On offer from the Barton J Hubert No Reserve Collection - shooting brake, cool styling and a sonorous soundtrack from the desirable S54 engine; one of only 165 right-hand drive Z3M Coupés produced worldwide, and one of just 14 S54 examples in Steel Grey. The Z3 was the first modern mass-market roadster produced by BMW, as well as the first new BMW model to be assembled in the United States. It was introduced as a 1996 model-year vehicle, shortly after being featured in the James Bond movie Goldeneye. While the film was number one at the box office, sales of the car peaked and over 15,000 orders had been placed by the time the car was launched. The Z3 was designed by Joji Nagashima of the BMW design team, and was developed from the 3-series E36 platform, and consequently is often referred to as the E36/7 (Roadster) or E36/8 (Coupé). When launched, only the 1.9-litre, straight-four engine was offered, but its 138bhp proved a bit short of breath. A 2.2-litre engine producing 168bhp was made available for the more enthusiastic driver whilst in 1997 a powerful six-cylinder 2.8-litre unit producing 190bhp was an option, and ultimately, in 1998, the 3.2-litre Z3M topped the range. In October 2001, the 'M' Coupé reappeared with the new 3.2-litre 'S54' B32 engine from the E46 M3, producing 321bhp at 7,400rpm and 258lb/ft, and it transformed the Z3M. On paper, the difference is a mere 4bhp, but in the real world it feels like at least 40bhp! The free-revving characteristics remained, but with the power instantly available throughout the range; smoother, torquier, more responsive – in other words, the drivers' choice and the model the enthusiasts hanker for.Only 165 right-hand drive Z3M Coupés were made worldwide, with just 123 for the UK-market, plus, this car is one of only 15 S54 examples finished in the rare colour of Stahlgrau Metallic (Steel Grey), which makes this a particularly desirable car.The car presented here is a 2002 Z3M Coupé (S54) and is one of those 14 S54 examples produced in arguably the best (and rarest) BMW hue of Steel Grey, and doesn’t it suit the car? Wow. Complemented by a single-tone black interior (no two-tone seats here) this is 'uber-cool BMW-ness'. Supplied new by Jacksons BMW, Guernsey C.I in February 2002, the all-important M Power running-in service and subsequent 12 services were all carried out by the supplying main dealer. It was latterly serviced by renowned specialists Hexagon (including Inspection II service), and treated to new brake calipers, discs and pads, plus a wheel alignment. Supplied with its original and complete book-pack (including stamped-up service schedule), its original bill of sale, plus invoices for maintenance/upkeep, this is the complete 'Z3M package'.In exceptionally good condition, our vendor selected this car as part of his Collection for its quality, specification and rarity. With a full and comprehensive service history, supporting its meagre 45,000 miles, this is a superb modern-classic, and tipped to be a future star. Indeed, Bonhams, at their recent Zoute Sale, achieved €149,500 for another S54 in Steel Grey, a quite amazing result, but it shows how highly-regarded these cars are - a never-to-be-repeated, powerful, naturally aspirated engined, almost bespoke type of production car from a major manufacturer – certainly a high-tidemark model. Offered for sale at 'No Reserve', this is a special opportunity.Specification Make: BMW Model: Z3M COUPÉ S54 Year: 2002 Chassis Number: WBSCN92070LC69221 Registration Number: M23 BMV Transmission: Manual Drive Side: Right-hand Drive Odometer Reading: 45000 Miles Make: RHD Interior Colour: BlackClick here for more details and images

Delivered new to a British national in Marbella, registered in the UK shortly after, lovely service history and just 40,785km (25,343miles). The Ferrari F355 Berlinetta burst onto the World stage in the spring of 1994, with the Targa GTS and Spider following in 1995. The F355's name is derived from its 3.5-litre V8 engine and five valves per-cylinder, as denoted by the Cinquevalvole inscription on the rocker covers, and this longitudinally-mounted power unit generates an impressive 374bhp at a spine-tingling 8,250rpm. The con-rods are titanium alloy, the clutch is housed in magnesium alloy, and the Bilstein shock absorbers use electronic sensors to provide active damping.Confirmed by the accompanying service book, this Spider was delivered new in Rossa Corsa with Crema leather, Bordeaux carpeting and specified with the fabulous 6-speed manual gearbox. The first owner, a Mr D. Compton, took delivery from Testarossa Cars S.A. to his Marbella address on 7th January 1998 and, weeks later, registered the car in the UK on 22nd January 1998. The history file includes a Sytner Nottingham sales invoice dated 29th September 1998 made out to a Mr C. Burton with an odometer reading of 818km. A year later, a Mr A. Smith purchased the car from Sytner with an odometer reading of 2,900km. We assume that, although both invoices record the odometer reading in miles, they actually represent kilometres. Service stamps, receipts and copy V5C confirm the car's history.Having owned and enjoyed a F355 GTB in the UK, the previous owner set about looking for a good left-hand drive F355 Spider to use at his home in Monaco. After an extensive search, he purchased this very smart example on 1st April 2018 with 36,000km indicated. Prior to purchase, the car was inspected by Ferrari specialists Damax. Coincidentally, the car had spent time in Monaco during Mr Smith's ownership and was serviced at Ets Cavallari, the service arm of Ferrari Monaco, in 2003. During his residency there, it was maintained by them, and the car accompanied him back to the UK when he retired. Since then, its been looked after by marque specialists Damax and Keys Motorsport, the latter carrying out the most recent cambelt service in August 2021 at 40,375km.This Ferrari 355 was purchased by our vendor from one of our sales earlier this year. At that point, it was destined to join the stables at his French home, however his plans have since changed, making this fabulous car once again available for purchase. Reams of main dealer and Ferrari specialist service receipts complement the service book, and the V5C and tool kit are present. Furthermore, the car will be delivered to auction with a fresh annual service and a new MOT. The Cherished Registration Number N16 SSY, allocated to the car in 2005, is also generously included in the sale.Very few left-hand drive Ferraris boast British ownership from new and, for domestic buyers who wish to use the car for continental touring, the service history and provenance is reassuring. Equally, as a manual Ferrari F355 Spider finished in classic colours, this estimate represents real value for a European buyer in comparison to its contemporaries marketed on the continent. Specification Make: FERRARI Model: F355 Year: 1999 Chassis Number: ZFFXR48B000110776 Registration Number: N16 SSY Transmission: Manual Engine Number: 48447 Drive Side: Left-hand Drive Odometer Reading: 40754 KM Make: LHD Interior Colour: Crema LeatherClick here for more details and images

A highly desirable UK-market Gallardo Coupé with a 6-speed manual gearbox, which makes the most of its 493bhp 5 litre V10, just 46,000 miles and an enviable service history. Lamborghini’s best-ever selling model, the Gallardo, was introduced during 2003 and production spanned a whopping ten-year period, all the way to 2013 when it was replaced by the Huracán.Sticking with the tried-and-tested two-seat mid-engined layout that Lamborghini have become known for, the Gallardo was powered a 5-litre, even-firing, naturally-aspirated V10 engine, which was later upgraded to a 5.2-litre, odd-firing example for the second-generation (2008-2013) cars.The first-generation 5-litre cars produced an astonishing 493bhp (later 513bhp for 2006-2008 models) which was sent to all four wheels through either a 6-speed gated manual transmission or a 6-speed electro-hydraulically actuated single-clutch automatic transmission, which was christened 'E-Gear' by Lamborghini. Whilst the E-Gear system was able to shift far quicker than its manual counterpart, many journalists in period criticised the harsh shifts, whilst the sublime gated transmission with its characteristic 'click-clack' noise was the firm favourite amongst driving enthusiasts.The car presented here is a 2005 Lamborghini Gallardo Coupe, with the open-gated manual gearbox. With only c.46,000 miles covered from new, you would struggle to find a better example of a Gen 1 car. In 'oh-so Lamborghini' spec, of black over black, it is hard to see this as anything but the perfect junior supercar. It's evident that this example has been extremely well-cared for from new, and the low-mileage is supported by a comprehensive service record, a mixture of Lamborghini and specialists, with the most recent (and fresh MOT) being just prior to auction. It's supplied with a large history file including invoices to support the maintenance record.This is a great opportunity to take ownership of a modern-classic Lamborghini with a timeless design; a 'supercar' that is very easy to get along with, whilst you’ll never tire of shifting that gear-lever. Very few excellent examples, especially manual cars, come to market and this one, in a very stylish colour with a high factory specification, really ticks all the boxes.Summary of servicing listed as follows:10/10/06 – 7,505 miles01/10/07 – 15,538 miles19/11/09 – 31,002 miles10/09/10 – 34,652 miles15/06/11 – 35,103 miles09/08/12 – 35,319 miles12/05/14 – 38,284 miles08/05/15 – 40,737 miles19/02/16 – 42,851 miles21/06/17 – 43,112 miles06/02/19 – 44,624 miles12/03/20 – 45,298 miles20/04/21 – 45,621 miles10/23 – TBCSpecification Make: LAMBORGHINI Model: GALLARDO COUPE MANUAL Year: 2005 Chassis Number: ZHWGE11M15LA02220 Registration Number: DF05 ADZ Transmission: Manual Drive Side: Right-hand Drive Odometer Reading: 46000 Miles Make: RHD Interior Colour: BlackClick here for more details and images

**Please note the car has recieved a fresh MOT valid until 6th November 2024.** Possibly the most high-profile modern Lotus in existence, subject to a £100,000 plus restoration and remaining in superb condition. The Esprit V8 was Lotus’ first crack at building an out-and-out supercar, and they undeniably did a brilliant job of it. The in-house designed and built Type 918 engine was an all-aluminium, 90° DOHC, 4-valves per cylinder V8 engine with two Garrett turbochargers which nearly bankrupted the company costing millions in development, but what an engine it was. Producing 350bhp in de-tuned, road going guise, and north of 500bhp in full race trim. The Esprit V8 was capable of 0-60mph in 4.0s and topping out at a whisper over 175mph. The car was visually beautiful, seen as a collaborative effort within the Lotus design team, building upon the foundation laid by Giorgetto Giugiaro's original design, standing at just 44.1in high and retaining it’s ‘pop up’ headlights until production ceased in 2004, the last remaining production car to retain them! An Esprit V8 is a rare beast in all senses, but this one is arguably the most special and notable example, having been owned, restored by Lotus and used by the ultimately disgraced CEO Dany Bahar.Dany Bahar wasn’t known for his money saving abilities, but certainly was known for an uncanny ability to spend it, so when he joined Lotus as their new CEO from Ferrari, he certainly brought with him some grandiose plans that ultimately became his undoing. One of his many self-indulgent projects undertaken during his reign as Lotus CEO - besides from remodelling his house - was to commission the factory to completely rebuild a Lotus Esprit V8 as a personal runaround. Bahar felt he needed something truly special, and none of the Lotus line-up at the time quite fitted the bill. Instead, he decided Lotus’ Esprit V8 supercar was the one, so set about having one fully restored at a vast internal cost purely because he wanted the best one in the world, and the best one in the world is what he received. There are many internal Lotus documents on file in the cars history folder, and while they fully detail all the parts and work involved, they don’t document the cost. With over 800 hours of labour involved and over 9 A4 pages documenting all the new parts used, it is reasonable to believe the speculation and rumours that this restoration cost Lotus well in excess of £100,000.In 2010, Lotus sourced and got to work on a very late, low mileage 2002 Lotus Esprit V8 to make it fit for Bahar. The restoration was certainly meticulous, leaving no stone unturned and no bolt untouched. The car was completely stripped down for the nut and bolt meticulous restoration, with the chassis being blasted and powder coated. Any parts that were still available new from Lotus, were replaced, regardless of their condition and thankfully there is photographic documentation corroborating the strip down, restoration and rebuild with the bills/internal invoices on file. Whilst it is not on the parts list, several Lotus staff including Danny Hartgrove, the man in charge of the restoration, have since revealed that a brand-new engine was fitted, straight out of the crate, at Dany Bahar’s request. The gearbox was fully reconditioned, as a new gearbox was not available. Upon completion, and whilst in Lotus’/Bahar’s care, the car was displayed at the 2010 NEC Classic Car show, the 2010 Paris Motor Show and the 2011 Goodwood Festival of Speed. Upon Bahar’s unceremonious firing, Lotus took the car back, kept it and sold it via their dealership network in 2014 before our vendor purchased it from the buyer in September 2016.The level of detail to ensure this car was the best in the world is incredible, and this V8 includes some special features. The whole car is in absolutely mint condition. On the mechanical side, not only was a brand new crate engine fitted but it was paired up with a host of "Final Edition" options from the last-of-the-line 2003 models such as a later ‘High Boost’ Engine Control Module from an Esprit Sport 350, breathing through a twin-centre exit exhaust, providing even more power and noise. To stop the car, uprated AP Racing front callipers were fitted at the front, and Brembos at the back, with Anthracite OZ Nova wheels shod in Dunlop SP Sport tyres.Cosmetically, in addition to the wheels, this Esprit had an oversized Final Edition spoiler fitted and ‘Afterburner’ tail lights. The interior was retrimmed in a totally bespoke and wonderful dark grey SuedeTex / Black leather combination throughout with a then costing £2,500 multimedia system/sat nav, with top of the range speakers, Esprit Kick plates, and a Momo 3 spoke leather steering wheel. The car was fastidiously painted in Pearlescent White from maroon and, as you can imagine with Mr Bahar standing by, the preparation and finish were millimetre perfect.Lotus have subsequently borrowed the car back in recent times for the visit by the Geely Vice President and Lotus CEO, Mr Feng Qingfeng, along with approximately, 50 Geely/Lotus Senior Executives.It has been looked after and cherished by its two private owners since Bahar, remaining incredibly pampered with over £32,000 in invoices from the current vendor alone, mainly from Stratton Motor Company, for maintenance and servicing, despite only covering a mere 5,500 miles since the Lotus restoration. It further benefits from a full-service history, stamped in the original service book, most recently receiving an A-Service in August 2023 from Stratton Motor Company as well as new timing belts/tensioners and new rear suspension, amongst other work. It will be offered for sale with a fresh MOT to further peace of mind.This car simply could not be a better example of what an Esprit V8 should be like. It is visually beautiful, mechanically wonderful and fully documented from new. While he may have made some questionable financial decisions whilst running Lotus, Bahar certainly achieved the goal of having the best Esprit V8 in the world. Being a CEO, after all, certainly has its perks. Without a doubt this is the best condition Esprit we’ve presented, and we highly recommend a personal viewing to fully appreciate the level of detail and quality installed in this car. With such a brilliant story behind it, and the first time its ever reached the truly open market, this is an opportunity to acquire arguably the very best Lotus Esprit V8.SpecificationMake: LOTUSModel: ESPRIT V8Year: 2002Chassis Number: SCCDA0823HC10330Registration Number: RO02 PTXTransmission: ManualEngine Number: LL918990230240LRV12Drive Side: Right-hand DriveOdometer Reading: 41524 MilesMake: RHDInterior Colour: Grey/Black AlcantaraClick here for more details and images

A 2011 tyre pressure chart, two Danger signs, a Collectors Club Classic Cars information pack and a Ford car steering wheel. 

A quantity of framed and glazed prints, embroideries, and others to include two 1960s/70s Chinese embroideries by the Chi Wen Weaving Company in Shanghai, framed Golden Era cards depicting Classic MG motor cars, two French fashion prints, framed map of Buckinghamshire, limited edition 20th century print of Burnham Beeches after John Pedder numbered 70/850 to lower margin, and others (15) Location:

Approximately 800 early 20th century and later transport interest postcards to include veteran, vintage and classic cars, Ford Escort, LNER Silver Jubilee, railway locomotives, fairground including Nottingham Goose Fair 1984, trams and buses

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DG models or Simliar an unboxed group of classic cars (see photo). Conditions are generally Good to Excellent. (8)

DG models or Simliar an unboxed group of classic cars (see photo). Conditions are generally Excellent. (8)

DG models or Simliar an unboxed group of classic cars (see photo). Conditions are generally Good to Excellent. (9)

DG models or Simliar an unboxed group of classic cars (see photo). Conditions are generally Good to Excellent. (8)

DG models or Simliar an unboxed group of classic cars (see photo). Conditions are generally Good to Excellent. (8)

DG models or Simliar an unboxed group of classic cars (see photo). Conditions are Fair to Excellent. (8)

DG models or Simliar an unboxed group of classic cars (see photo). Conditions are Fair to Excellent. (8)

DG models or Simliar an unboxed group of classic cars and vans (see photo). Conditions are Good to Excellent. (8)

A set of 100 miniature silver ingots of classic cars, 10 x 17mm, marked 925, cased, approximately 5ozs Good condition, as issued

Road Signature - Eagle Collectibles - 4 x boxed classic American cars in 1:18 scale, 1941 Chevrolet Deluxe Coupe, 1949 Cadillac Coupe DeVille, 1950 Studebaker Champion and 1955 Ford Fairlane Crown Victoria. The cars appear Mint, the Cadillac is dusty from display, the boxes are Good. (This does not constitute a guarantee) [ba-4]

Two Abbey Classic Kits 1:43 scale model cars, AC03 Mini Clubman 1275GT in flame red and 1600 Ford Cortina MkIII L Saloon in metallic sapphire blue, boxed. (2)

A large collection of assorted Corgi diecast models, to include Corgi Classics, Superhaulers, Cadbury Collection, Eddie Stobart LTD, examples include buses, advertising lorries, classic cars and more, all boxed. (qty)

F.Burton (20th Century), watercolour, A windmill within a coastal landscape, signed to the lower right, framed, mounted, and under glass, 24cm x 32cm, & 40cm x 50cm overall, together with another watercolour, by H.Barrasford (20th Century), depicting Classic motor cars on a race track, dated '92, and a print of 'Profile' a steam locomotive, after John Wigston (b.1939), with signature

Three Maisto Special Edition 1:18 scale die-cast models - Porsche 550A Spyder, Jaguar 'S' Type and Ferrari 550 Maranello; all boxed; five other unboxed Maisto/Bburago 1:18 scale models; and two Classic Collection lead crystal models of Classic Cars (10)Condition Report: Boxed models look to be in good condition but boxes with some storage wear/dusty.Unboxed models very grubby.Glass models in good condition but boxes poor.No models checked for completeness.

Franklin Mint 'The Classic Cars of the Fifties' collection with display rack, eleven (ex.12) die-cast models and folder of paperwork; another wall mounting display cabinet containing fifteen die-cast models; and an unused boxed Master Tools model display caseCondition Report: Franklin - lacking one model. Both models and rack quite grubby from open display and folder has damp staining. Not checked for completeness but noted two models have loose components which are present.Other items reasonably good.