1979 Porsche 911 / 930 Turbo by RUF BTR Transmission: manualMileage:147943Those that know Porsche, know RUF. As AMG is to Mercedes-Benz, RUF take already formidable driving machines and turn them into psychotic hooligans.In a small village in the Allgau region, west of Munich, is the home of RUF Automobile GmbH, a small company who, in conjunction with Porsche, has rewritten the rule books using their own very special font. Production began in earnest in 1983 with the first vehicle to bear a RUF chassis number, a 3.4 litre Turbo model pushing out 374hp through a RUF developed five-speed manual gearbox, arrived. It wasn’t just about raw power; a special instrument was developed, twin spark plugs installed, RUF harness, seats and steering wheel. These upgrades were all cloaked in a new RUF BTR (standing for Group B Turbo RUF) Turbo bodywork.RUF concentrates not only on engine, transmission and body, but also on wheels and brakes with RUF 17” forged Speedline alloy wheels complementing the model range as well RUFs classic four-pipe exhaust and 17” tyres (originally developed for the 959) resulting from a close co-operation with tyre manufacturer, Dunlop. The CTR followed, a lightweight coupé powered by a 469hp, 3.4 litre, twin-turbo engine. This ‘Yellowbird’ as it came to be known, set new benchmarks for street-legal, performance sports cars. It destroyed its peers such as the Ferrari F40, AMG Mercedes-Benz and even the works-tuned Porsche 959. It was in that same year that the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Department of Transportation (DOT) certified RUF as an automobile manufacturer in its own right. To this day RUF continues to source 'bodies-in-white' directly from Porsche to then produce bespoke sports cars to their new owner’s specification and with each very special set of characteristics.This early lefthand drive RUF BTR with a 3.3 turbo engine is believed to be one of between 70 and 80 examples bearing an original Porsche chassis number and the car still features on their website.First registered in 1979, this Porsche 911/930 Turbo was significantly upgraded to BTR specification in circa 1985 using original RUF parts. The plaque on the glovebox indicates the conversion was completed by the authorised Japanese RUF importer, Ishida Engineering, in conjunction with RUF HQ. Indeed, the RUF factory in Pfaffenhausen, Germany, has supplied a recent letter confirming the originality of all RUF parts and modifications.• RUF five-speed gearbox• RUF single piece forged Speedline alloy wheels (9x17 & 10x17)• RUF twin double tailpipes and exhaust muffler• RUF cockpit Turbo Boost Control• RUF Turbo body kit: deeper bumpers front and rear, and thicker-set side skirts,• RUF badged engine lid• RUF DTM grafted racing wing mirrors• RUF embossed steering wheel• RUF badged instrument cluster with turbo boost gauges• RUF embossed gear lever• RUF floor carpets• Ishida Engineering/RUF plaque on the glovebox• Original RUF specified Recaro racing bucket seats with harnessesSpecified originally in Grand Prix White, this purposeful-looking BTR is fully registered in the UK, fully serviced and comes with a full up-to-date MoT test certificate. Importantly though, it also comes with a Certificate of Authenticity from Porsche themselves as well as a Certificate of Authenticity from RUF.Interested parties should satisfy themselves as to the description and condition of each lot prior to the sale. Accordingly, buyers are on notice that each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ subject to the Terms and Conditions for the auction. Buyers are advised to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out this service. Historics will not entertain disputes over descriptions.
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Gilbert Aoshin (Japan) James Bonds Aston Martin DB5 as seen in �Goldfinger and Thunderball� battery operated (untested) Tinplate model, silver with chrome trim, James Bond and Bandit figures, machine guns, bullet shield, ejector seat, revolving licence plate and extending tyre cutter; with part box lid only
c.1945 DUKW 6x6 Amphibious UtilityRegistration no. not registeredChassis no. B269Engine no. 21408520*Iconic WW2 amphibious vehicle*Ex-Royal Marines*More than 60 years in military service*Fully serviced by marque specialist Rex WardFootnotes:One of the most instantly recognisable military vehicles to emerge from WW2, the amphibious DUKW was developed in the USA by the National Defense Research Committee and the Office of Scientific Research and Development. The DUKW prototype was based on a GMC truck chassis, to which was added a watertight hull and propeller. After initial rejection by the US military, the DUKW entered production at General Motors' GMC subsidiary in 1942. Powered by a GMC 270ci (4.4-litre) inline six-cylinder engine, the 6½-ton DUKW had a top speed of 50mph on the road and 5½ knots (6.3mph) on water. A noteworthy feature was the means to vary tyre pressures from within the cab, this being the first use of such technology. The DUKW was not an armoured fighting vehicle, although some carried Browning machine guns; rather, it was used for ferrying supplies to invasion beachheads and evacuating the wounded. It was first deployed in the Pacific Theatre, while its first use in Europe was during the invasion of Sicily. Many DUKWs saw service on the Normandy beaches following D-Day. A little over 21,000 had been made by the war's end. After WW2, DUKWs remained in service with military formations around the world, including with the UK's Royal Marines, which operated this example (registered '12RN30') at its Amphibious Trials and Training establishment at Instow, North Devon. Retro-fitted with a 5.9-litre Cummins diesel engine, 'B269' was in military service for more than 60 years and is probably the longest-serving military vehicle ever offered for sale. The current owner purchased the DUKW at Bonhams' Goodwood Revival sale in September 2016 (Lot 143). The vehicle had come to the market directly from the Ministry of Defence, and was the very last DUKW to be released from UK military service. At that time it had covered a total of 3,983 miles, which represents 522 hours of running time. Since purchase, the DUKW has been serviced by marque specialist Rex Ward and been used by the enthusiast vendor on his Scottish estate on both land and water. It is offered in excellent running and driving condition.A unique opportunity, this DUKW is the dream acquisition for the military vehicle collector, as well as being a potential promotional tool - there simply is no cooler vehicle from which to disembark at a riverside pub!For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Corgi Toys 270 James Bond Aston Martin D.B.5 1st Edition silver with tyre slashers, revolving number plates, rear bullet screen, retractable machine guns, red interior, James bond and bandit figures, in excellent original condition, tiny paint chip above front grille, on card plinth with opened secret instructions, containing leaflet, spare bandit figure, missing cloth lapel badge, but with paper backing, number plate decals have been applied. Un-punched wing flap vac formed bubble packing is in fair original condition, with some age/edge wear.
Corgi Toys 270 James Bond Aston Martin 1st Edition silver with tyre slashers, revolving number plates, rear bullet screen, retractable machine guns, red interior, James bond and bandit figures, in good original condition, some play wear, on card plinth with opened secret instructions, containing lapel badge, leaflet, one spare bandit figure, and number plate decal sheet. Punched wing flap vac formed bubble packing is in very good bright original condition, some edge/age wear.
Recent Issues Tv/Film related including: Corgi Toys 96655 James Bond Aston Martin D.B.5 1995 re-issue of 270 silver with tyre slashers, revolving number plates, rear bullet screen, retractable machine guns, red interior, James bond and bandit figures, 96657 Goldeneye James Bond Aston Martin D.B.5. BMW exclusive 1:87 scale Goldeneye Z3 Roadster, Matchbox James Bond Licence to Kill gift set, Corgi Classics The Beatles 58003 Newspaper Taxi & Rita Meter maid and 05401 Yellow Submarine, all in mint boxed condition. (6 items).
Three Dinky Toys 14z Triporteur Three Wheel Delivery Cycle, French issue green body blue driver, white Dunlop rear tyre, French export issue red body, green rider, both in fair to good original condition, a repainted green body, pale green rider plus 60y Thompson Aircraft tender ‘Shell Aviation Service’ red body white tyres, in poor to fair original condition, missing one tyre. (4 items).
Two Dinky Toys 43a Tinplate RAC call boxes, blue/white printed tinplate, RAC, both in very good original condition, plus 2 x Telephone boxes, 2 x Police boxes, 2 x Dunlop Tyre racks (missing tyres) Pratts motor oil bin, Danger road sign and 10 x original tin tilts for Dinky toys military lorries, all in good to excellent original condition, with a reproduction gift set 30 box (21 items).
Matchbox Lesney Superfast Collectors case with Forty Eight models, including 1 Mod Rod with red superfast wheels, 2 Hot Rod Jeep, lime green base, 3. Monteverdi Hai, 4. Gruesome Twosome, 5.Lotus Europa, 6. Mercedes 7. Hairy Hustler, 8. De Tomasa Pantera. 9.AMX Javelin,10.Piston Popper, 11. Flying Bug, 12.Big Bull, 13.Baja Buggy, 14.Iso Grifo, 15.Fork Lift, 16.Badger, 17. The Londoner Bus, 18.Hondaora, 19.Road Dragster, 21. Rod Roller, 22, Freeman Inter-City Commuter (metallic gold),23. Volkswagen Camper, 24. Team Matchbox, 25. Mod Tractor, 26. Big Banger, 27.Lamborghini Countach, 28. Stoat, 29.Racing Mini, 30.Beach Buggy, 31. Volks Dragon, 32.Masseratti, 33.Datsun 126X, 34. F1 Racing car, 35.Fandango, 36.Hot Rod Draguar, 37. Soopa Coopa, 38. Stingaroo, 39.Clipper, 40.Guilsman, 41.Siva Spyder, 42. Tyre Fryer, 43.Dragon Wheels, 44. Boss Mustang, 45. Ford Group Six, 46.Stretcha Fetcha, 47. Beach Hopper 48. Pie Eyed Piper and 49. Chop Suey, all the models are in near mint to mint original condition, except for 7. Which is good, carry case is fair.(49 items).
Tri-ang Spot On Model 155 Austin Taxi FX4, black body, cream seats, red steering wheel, in good original condition, one front tyre has split, card box is in poor to fair original condition,one end flap has been repaired, two inner tabs loose plus 2nd edition 1960 catalogue in fair condition, some biro/crayon graffiti.
Tri-ang Minic Single Decker clockwork bus and Ambulance, 52M Single Decker Bus, red with stone roof, condition very good, one tyre flattened and cracked some rubbing to chrome grill, 75M Ambulance, cream, condition good some paint chips mainly to roof, scratched to rear door and red cross, both in working order, (2 items).
Triang Farmers Boy Pedal Tractor, blue plastic moulded body, green metal seat ,white plastic steering wheel, moulded plastic rear wheels, front wheel pedal drive, single pressed steel wheel with Lines Brothers solar solid rubber tyre, in good used condition. Approx. L.28“ 71 cms H. 20” 15cms W.16” 41cms.
A group of TV/Super hero related plastic model kits by AMT, IMAI, POLAR LIGHTS & MOEBIUS (contents unchecked but appear complete, some still factory sealed), together with a rare AIRFIX Monkee Mobile kit (condition report - appears complete apart from one tyre, tear to lid of box) - G/E in G/VG boxes (6)
Five boxed Corgi 1:50 ltd edn Road Transport Heritage The Golden Years diecat models to include CC11608 Albion (LAD) Cameronian 8 Wheel Tipper - Russell of Bathgate, CC11504 AEC MKV Mammoth Major Platform Lorry & Tyre Load - Spires of Melksham, CC10601 Layland Octopus Sheeted Platform Lorry & Drewbar Trailer - Road Services (Caledonian) Ltd, CC11103 Pickfords Scammell Constructor, CC60307 Bedford Old Lime Spreader British Road Services
THE EAGLE IN PAGEANTRY, Wolverhampton, Goodyear Tyre & Rubber Co, 1953 Coronation commemorative publication, fo, original wraps worn and repaired + A HUNDRED YEARS OF IPSWICH, circa 1997, special Evening Star Nostalgia series, 8 parts and 3 facsimile loose in original pictorial folio folder (2)
Chopard. A stainless steel automatic calendar chronograph wristwatchModel: Mille MigliaReference: 8920Date: Circa 2002Movement: 37-jewel ETA Cal.2894-2 automatic, adjusted to 5 positions, No.0056698Dial: Black, luminous Arabic numerals, white outer 1/5th second divisions, subsidiary dials at 3, 6 and 9 for seconds, 30 minute and 12 hour recording, date aperture between 4 and 5, polished pointed baton hands with luminous inserts, red tipped centre chronograph handCase: Polished round, back secured by 8 screws, crown flanked by twin buttons, tachymetre to bezel, back engraved with Brescia to Roma route, No.1155383Strap/Bracelet: Black Chopard rubber strapBuckle/Clasp: Signed steel buckleSigned: Case, dial & movement Size: 40mm Accompaniments: Chopard box, outer card, tyre pressure gauge, International Guarantee, spare rubber strap, instruction booklet, Worldwide service bookletFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Original vintage advertising poster for Goodyear tyres – Como Sombre un Billar con Cubiertas / Like on a Billiard with Covers. The picture shows a Goodyear tyre rolling down a billiards table towards the viewer with lines behind it emphasizing its speed. The background is bright yellow with a blue border at the bottom. Features the Goodyear logo of Hermes’ foot. Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company was founded in 1898. It was named after Charles Goodyear, inventor of the vulcanized tyre. Fair condition, paper losses on top corners, tears, staining, folds, creasing. Country of issue: Argentina, designer: Unknown, size (cm): 110x74, year of printing: 1950s
Assorted cycle lamps and cycling collectables,comprising Riemann's Phaenomen acetylene front lamp; Powell & Hanmer Demon oil illuminated front/rear lamp fitted with side mounted hinge, the chimney bearing plaque 'Property of The Eldorado Ice Cream Co Ltd'; a Lucas No 33 oil illuminated front lamp with hinged reservoir; a Raleigh leather toolbag containing two Raleigh tools, three Raleigh booklets, a Raleigh lapel badge, a John Bull Repair Outfit tin and Dunhill's Tyre Lever four bicycle mascots Old Bill, red devil, fish and greyhound; A Lucas Gem lock: A Cyclists Cup patented 1897 with decorated lid; a Vesta case registered design 1897 advertising Collier's Cycles of Oxford and two enamelled medals including silver High Wycombe Cycling Club 1932. (Qty)For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
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