2023.09.22 CLASSIC CARS THE AUTUMN AUCTION at Dore & Rees Auction Salerooms

CLASSIC CARS The Autumn Auction Saturday 23 September 2023

DORE & REES EST. 1868

Classic Cars Saturday 23 September 2023

2pm Lots 1-38

Head of Sale

Nick Wells nick.wells@doreandrees.com 01373 462257 / 07920 500091

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Viewing

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Collection and Shipping

All cars are to be collected after the auction, up to 6pm on Saturday 17 June or between 9am and 1pm on Sunday 18 June.

Lots that cannot be collected from the auction site by 1pm on Sunday 18 June will be taken into secure storage at the buyer’s expense.

Costs are as follows: Transport - £150 + VAT Storage - £14 per day for the first 14 days, £10 + VAT per day thereafter

Storage details: Rudler Car Transportation and Storage P.O. Box 11, Royal Wootton Bassett, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN4 7SY Tel: +44 (0)1793 73 11 07

Auctioneer’s Welcome Is it Autumn already? After a decidedly “British Summer”, we look forward to some brighter weather for our forthcoming Autumn Auction.

Lancia’s hugely respected Aurelia GT was the road car of choice for Grand Prix drivers of the 1950s. We are delighted to offer one with an interesting history, now beautifully restored by one of the world’s leading specialists in the marque.

Always deemed a car who's trust you must earn, early Porsche 911s command awe and respect in equal measure. On offer is a top specification 911 2.4S from 1972, plus later air- and water-cooled variants from the legendary sportscar maker. But if you’re more into four over two-wheel drive, take your pick from a genuine 1942 Ford GPW Jeep, 1980s and 90s Audi Quattros, or one of a brace of restored early 1980s G-Wagons.

As ever we have a good selection of British and European1950s to 2000s sportscars, GTs and fast gentleman’s saloons. All cars will be on view by the Cheese & Grain building in Frome on Friday 22nd, and on the morning of Saturday 23rd September.

Nick Wells

Bring some late summer cheer with you, we’ll see you there!

Best,

Lot 15: 1972 Porsche 911 2.4 ‘S’ ‘Oelklappe Coupe’

Viewing Friday 22 September 10am to 6pm Saturday 23 September 89am to 2pm Viewing will be held at the Cattle Market car park, next to the Cheese and Grain, Market Yard, Frome BA11 1BE (see 1 on map)

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1963 JAGUAR MARK II 3.8 SALOON

● Desirable 3.8 Manual with Overdrive ● Offered with No Reserve

Although the Mk I was a great success, selling four times as many as the larger Jaguar saloons, Jaguar boss William Lyons was not content. He knew it could be improved. Happily, virtually every aspect that had been criticised received attention in the new MkII range of October 1959. Similar in appearance but with a much larger glass area, the Mark II boasted a wider rear track to improve road holding, together with minor front suspension changes to reduce body roll and all round discs rather than drum brakes. Engine options included the 120bhp 2.4 litre, the 210bhp 3.4 litre and, for the first time the 220bhp 3,781cc unit of the Mk IX.

Registration Number: Chassis Number:

TBA

217445-DN

Jaguar saloons led the field in production and touring car racing during much of the 1960s. Not surprisingly the quickest and most successful private entries came from John Coombs’ Jaguar dealership in Guildford.

John Coombs had significant race experience and his dealership simply got it right for a fortunate few racing enthusiasts. Very early on that included Hill, Salvadori and Salmon.

This Mark II was first registered in 1961, shipped to the United States where it resided for most of its life. We believe at some point the Jaguar was stored off the road, presumably at some after the last US road license plate expired in 1981.

The Jaguar has since been repatriated into the UK and awaits restoration. The body appears upon first inspection to be solid and straight, the interior complete, and we understand the car has been started and driven short distances within the last few years.

This is sold with No Reserve to the highest bidder on the day.

Interested parties should note, this Lot will be sold on a bill of sale only. Should this car remain in the UK, buyer’s should expect to pay import taxes of 5% of the sale price, plus other UK registration costs as required. £4000 - £6000

A desirable 3.8 litre version, fitted with a manual gearbox with overdrive, this Mark II makes an excellent prospect as a basis for full restoration to either original or, as is now popular for this model, fast road specification.

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1970 JENSEN INTERCEPTOR SERIES II ● Offered with No Reserve

More than any of its previous models, the Interceptor of the Sixties firmly established Jensen as a producer of stylish, high performance and hand-built cars. The prototype Interceptor appeared in 1965, a two seater convertible with alloy coachwork, a third transverse rear seat and either 4.5 or 6.3 litre Chrysler engine. Although well received, Jensen realised the market was really for closed cars and entrusted the design to Vignale in Italy.

Launched at the 1966 London Motor Show, the stylish Interceptor proved a star attraction. Beneath its now steel coachwork the substantial parallel tube chassis featured independent wishbone/coil spring front suspension with a live, leaf-sprung rear axle located by Panhard rod and disc brakes all-round. Power came from a 6,276cc Chrysler V8, producing 325bhp at 4,600rpm and an impressive 4251b.ft at 2,800rpm, mated to a three-speed Chrysler automatic transmission. This allowed for a top speed of 133mph and 0-60mph in just 7.4 seconds. Inside, Connolly leather and Wilton carpets ensured luxury while the dashboard was comprehensively equipped.

In October 1968, shortly after power steering became standard, the Interceptor was announced in Mk II form with larger fuel tank, reclining seats, restyled fascia and optional air conditioning. Interest and subsequent values of Jensen Interceptors have risen rapidly in recent years, as such we are sure this restoration project will be of much interest to enthusiasts.

Manufactured in July of 1970, this Series II Interceptor was originally finished in Silver Grey with a Black leather interior. A six-owner car from new, at some point in its

Registration Number: Chassis Number:

TBK 67J

123.3833

past the Jensen has been repainted in red, although the interior trim appears to be original. A candidate very much ripe for full restoration, the Interceptor is supplied with a UK V5C, older MoT from 1995, Statement of Origin from Jensen, and copies of period factory recall records.

This Lot will be sold with No Reserve to the highest bidder on the day. £4000 - £5000

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1959 BSA ROAD ROCKET

● First owner for c. 60 years

BSA’s range for 1955 took the manufacturer forward with features such as swinging-arm rear suspension and new aluminium cylinder heads for the A7 Shooting Star and A10 Road Rocket sports twins cam models.

The Road Rocket was a 40bhp flyer, capable of hitting 109 mph when tested by Motor Cycling magazine. The Road Rocket reached UK buyers in 1956, by this time equipped with the stylish Ariel full-width hubs.

Advertised by BSA in 1956 as ‘undoubtedly the world’s greatest motorcycle’, the Road Rocket was discontinued in 1958 when it was replaced by the BSA Super Rocket.

Registration Number: Frame Number:

XXK 489

GA71357

First road registered in October of 1959, amazingly this Road Rocket had just owner from new for the next 60 years, finally parting with his beloved bike only in the last few years. A super original bike, with 21,794 miles recorded, and complete with history file, this is an exciting prospect for the classic bike collector. £6000 - £7000

‡ Motor cycles and scooters are subject to a buyer’s premium of 15% inclusive of VAT @ 20%.

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1979 JAGUAR XJ-S COUPE

Introduced by Jaguar on September 10, 1975, at the Frankfurt Motor Show and put into production the following year, the XJ-S carried on the legacy of the EType with its V12 engine. The new coupé was produced in three series until 1996, the last of which lost the hyphen in its name and became simply the XJS. From the E-Type, it inherited the 5.3-litre 12-cylinder engine but fitted with a new innovative Bosch D-Jetronic electronic injection system, developed by Jaguar’s own engineers. The bodywork, elegant and rich in heritage compared to Jaguars of the recent past, is based on a platform derived from that of the company’s flagship XJ, making the XJ-S more suited to long, fast journeys than to purely sporting driving. Performance, on the other hand, is excellent, with a 0-100 km/h sprint in less than seven seconds and a top speed of 245 km/h - a remarkable figure for a kerb weight of 1,675kg.

The XJS has come of age. The E-type was always going to be a hard act to follow, but the replacement coupe launched in September 1975 retained the mighty 5343cc V12, endowing this grand tourer with silken thrust. It rode on typically Jaguar independent

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Registration Number: Chassis Number:

AFV 810V

JNAEW3AC103654

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suspension: double wishbones up front, and the William Heynes-designed independent rear suspension that ingeniously uses the driveshaft as the upper suspension link, saving space. Comfort and pace were unrivalled. At first, buyers had the option of a manual four-speed gearbox or a three-speed automatic, but all XJSs were automatic from 1978. There were soon engine upgrades to more efficient HE spec and eventually 6 litres, and the choice of a 3.6 and later 4.0litre straight sixes. In 1991 the XJS was facelifted with revised rear styling and new front and rear lights.

Replaced by the XK8 in 1996, it was in production for longer than the E-type and sold in greater numbers.

Time has been kind to the XJS’s looks, and now prices are rising as its popularity increases. As many have rotted away, good ones are increasingly harder to find.

Offered from a sizeable classic car collection, we understand this 1979 XJ-S has been subject to much restoration work over the last 15 or so years. In previous ownership from 2006, the Jaguar was acquired from the deceased estate, showing 43,843 miles recorded, and sympathetically restored over a six year period. The coachwork was refinished in Sebring Red, as original, but the factory-supplied black vinyl roof remained in situ. The interior is believed to be original, and does indeed display a very nice patina.

Changing hands a few years later, we understand in around 2018 further mechanical works were undertaken, including servicing, the fitting of new brake discs and pads, refurbishment of the Kent alloy wheels,

fitting of new Pirelli tyres, a replacement heater matrix, radiator and oil cooler and the fitting of a stainless steel exhaust, amongst other items.

The XJ-S subsequently starred on Jaguar’s stand at the London Classic Car Show in 2017, and was featured in Classic Cars Magazine in 2018.

Acquired by our current owner at auction later in 2018, the Jaguar has been stored for the last few years and no doubt will benefit from some recommissioning works.

Now showing just over 50,000 miles, and fitted with its original period Jaguar radio-cassette, this stylish XJ-S is offered with a current V5C document. £7000 - £9000

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1970 HONDA 400 FOUR

Rightly regarded as one of the outstanding classics of the 1970s, the Honda CB400 Four first appeared in 1974. The CB400F boasted a combination of a fourcylinder overhead-camshaft engine in a 250-sized package that endowed it with a performance better than many 500s. With a stylish four-into-one exhaust, six gears and rear-set footrests, it was every boyracer’s dream, and a huge commercial success.

Registration Number: Frame Number:

This nice original example is worthy addition to any motorbike collection. £4500 - £5000

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XGK 507S TBA

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1955 MATCHLESS G3/L 350cc

● 348cc, 16bhp motor with a top speed of 78mph.

The Matchless G3/L was developed for the British Army during World War II, becoming highly popular during wartime. Such was its ease of use and reliability, the G3 remained in use by the Ministry of Defence for another 15 years after the end of the war, until replaced in 1960 by the BSA W-B40. The Matchless G3/L was a popular choice for UK trials riders, enabling legends such as Artie Ratcliffe and Ted Usher to win numerous national events for Matchless in period.

Registration Number: Frame Number:

This very original classic Matchless complete with history file, is ready to join its next classic bike collection. £3500 - £4000

‡ Motor cycles and scooters are subject to a buyer’s premium of 15% inclusive of VAT @ 20%.

496 XVS 55414

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2007 JAGUAR XK

● Two owners from new ● c.45,000 miles with full service history

When Jaguar came to replace the original XK8 (a development of the final version of the long-standing XJS, the replacement was deemed a thoroughly more modern successor.

The Ian Callum-designed Jaguar XK (X150) was launched at the 2005 Frankfurt Motor Show to critical acclaim, with Autocar calling it “perfect for buyers looking for elegance, comfort, daily usability and massive power”. In order to drive home the marques legendary DNA, the X150’s grille was designed to recall the shape of the 1961 E-Type. The new model also featured a bonded and riveted aluminium chassis (shared with the contemporary XJ) with alloy body panels.

Inside, and aimed at targeting a younger demographic, Jaguar made the cabin simple and unfussy, wood finishes for example were longer offered as standard. A new era of Jaguar for a new type of customer, this innovative new model was the first car in the world to feature under-bonnet airbags, which automatically lifted the bonnet in the event of a pedestrian impact. Jeremy Clarkson, never knowingly underspoken, likened the interior of the original XK8 to sitting inside Blenheim Palace.

Registration Number: Chassis Number:

MR07 JAG (see below)

SAJAC43P985B20667

owners from new, having covered a mere 45,000 or so miles in the intervening years.

Supplied by Stratstones, the Jaguar is offered complete with a fully stamped service book (14 entries), with the last service at 44,288 miles. Accompanied by various service and maintenance bills, current MoT and UK V5C, this wonderful 300bhp Grand Tourer is on the button and ready to be enjoyed.

Interested parties should note the cherished registration number MR07 JAG will not be supplied with the vehicle. £9000 - £11000

First registered in August of 2007, finished in a beautiful and unusual colour scheme of Salsa Red with Ivory Leather, this beautiful example has been with just two

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1971 TRIUMPH TR6

● UK-delivered, 150bhp Lucas-injected model ● In single ownership from 1976 to 2013 ● Subject to restoration from 2013-2015

The Triumph TR6 was the best-selling Triumph in history when production ended in 1976, but was later surpassed by the TR7. More than 94,000 TR6s were built, ninety per cent of them to US specification. The TR6 was a refined sports car. It featured pile carpets on floors and boot (trunk), plush-looking bucket seats, a lovely wooden dashboard and a full complement of instrumentation. In the US, it featured the six-cylinder engine that was carried over from the TR250, while the UK version had a more powerful fuel-injected engine from the TR5 that included the Lucas mechanical fuel injection system. It traces its lineage back to the fourcylinder Triumphs: TR4, TR4A, TR3/TR3A and TR2. This stylish six-cylinder sports car is regarded by some as the last true Triumph.

According to its older period green registration book, this UK-specified car was registered to its first owner in October of 1971, being traded a few years later to a Mrs. Philippot from Devon, who kept the car for a further 37 years, during which the car resided in the

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Registration Number: Chassis Number:

LYX 738K

CP54550-0

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south of France near to Fréjus. By the early 2000s the TR6 had returned to the UK for restoration. Sadly during the process the owner passed away and the next custodian, a Mr. Lovell of Bristol, commissioned a restoration with local specialist Long Life Motors of Bristol, including a bare metal repaint in Laurel Green, the interior retrimmed, and a new convertible roof fitted. Completed in 2015, the TR6 has been used sparingly since, and in recent times has been dry stored.

In current ownership the TR6 has received further attention, amongst other items, the gearbox has been removed, overhauled and refitted with a replacement overdrive unit, the rear differential overhauled, the fuel tank and radiator replaced, a new Bosch fuel pump and a starter motor fitted, the wheels replaced with chromed wires (the original steel wheels are available still), and more recently the oil and filters have been

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replaced. Bills for in the region of £3,000 support this additional work.

The TR6 still presents well and when on test drove nicely, our only observations being one or two minor localised blemishes to the paintwork, and minor improvements to the interior trim.

Offered with a file of invoices, older bill of sale from 1976, period documents, older green registration book and current UK V5C, previous MoT certificates dating back to the 1970s, and two sets of keys, this is in our view a well estimated example of this most classic of British sports cars. £14000 - £16000

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1972 JAGUAR E-TYPE SERIES III FIXED HEAD COUPE

Whilst the concept of the Jaguar E Type was without doubt one of the finest pieces of automotive design ever to be put into general production, one of the problems with its continued development was the inevitable weight gain. Throughout the 1960s ever more stringent safety legislation emanated from the USA and, as this market was a major breadwinner for Jaguar, it was perhaps unavoidable that the purity of the original design would be compromised to compete within it.

Emissions legislation had forced the adoption of twin Stromberg carburettors on trans-Atlantic bound cars resulting in a reduction in power to 177bhp instead of

Registration Number: Chassis Number:

JAG 947

1S51036BW

the quoted 265bhp for European examples breathing through triple Webers.

However, the balance was to be redressed with the introduction of the Series 3 model powered by Jaguar’s new 5.3-litre, overhead camshaft V12 developing 272bhp. This resulted in a top speed in excess of 140mph with 0-100 mph taking just 16 seconds, the

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fastest ever acceleration figures for the model.

Revisions to the running gear included anti-dive geometry on the front suspension and ventilated disc brakes. Power steering was standard and flared wheel arches were incorporated to allow fitment of wider rubber to maintain grip.

A deeper radiator aperture with chrome grille completed the restyle. With manual or automatic transmission options the Series 3 ensured the immortal E Type would survive into the new decade of the 1970s.

First registered in March of 1972, this Jaguar E-Type Series III Fixed Head Coupe was specified from new in Regency Red with a leather interior in beige. A very original car, the E-Type has had six owners from new,

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and covered under 63,000 miles, as supported by a number of MoT certificates dating back to the early 1980s.

In 2013 the E-Type benefitted from overhauling of its cylinder heads and a replacement steering rack (at a cost of £5796), and more recently a replacement brake servo and master cylinder. In our opinion the Jaguar would now benefit from minor cosmetic improvements to the paintwork and trim, and tidying of the engine bay.

This genuine E-Type is offered with current and older MoT certificates, UK V5C and previous V5 registration documents, previous receipts, older correspondence and photographs. £30000 - £33000

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1972 LOTUS ELAN +2 130

● In previous long term storage from 1987 - 2022 ● Recently thoroughly recommissioned ● Original paintwork and trim

Based upon the two-seater Elan, launched by Lotus in 1962, a classic GT style 2+2 model was developed using a stretched chassis and widened track to accommodate two small rear seats. Improvements to the interior, and the addition of front fog lights characterised the new Elan +2S of 1969. It wasn’t until the much-awaited big valve head engines arrived early in 1971 that the Elan +2 really came of age, thanks to the new 126bhp output. Known as the Elan Sprint, the same engine was transplanted into the +2S to create the Elan +2S 130. This version was capable of 125mph and 0-60 in just 7.4 seconds. It wasn’t just the rapid performance that boosted Lotus’s image but the fact that this model was the first that Lotus chose not to supply in kit form, thus controlling manufacturing quality.

Registration Number: Chassis Number:

ACA 450L

720808452

Despatched from the works on 18 September 1972, this highly original Elan +2S, was specified from new with the desirable 130bhp “big-valve” cylinder head and four-speed gearbox. The earlier life of the Elan is not known, however by 1987 the car was placed into dry storage, only to emerge in late 2022. The current owner, an experienced classic car racer and restorer, has undertaken a thorough programme of recommissioning works to prepare the Elan for the road once more.

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The engine has been overhauled with new piston rings and big end shells, the cylinder head stripped and rebuilt with reground valves. Cooling is improved with a new radiator and hoses, the electrical system was repaired with replacement relays as required, and new air horns. The ignition system is improved with new points, condenser, plugs, leads, coil and battery. The front lights have been tested and fitted with new vacuum pipework and a failsafe valve. The braking and clutch systems overhauled, and the suspension treated to new dampers, springs and bushings where required.

The exhaust system has been replaced with a full stainless system.

The Elan is still finished in its original Lagoon Blue paintwork, with period metal-flake roof finished in Champagne. The paintwork has been machine polished and presents well, with minor age-related paint blemishes here and there. The interior trim is original and presents very nicely. Finally, all five wheels have been refurbished and fitted with new tyres. When acquired, the Elan showed c.23,000 miles recorded which could well be correct, although it was noticed that the speed had failed (presumably in storage), and

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so a replacement unit has been fitted. The original item is supplied with the car if required.

Offered with a UK V5C registration document, workshop manual and original jack/hammer and original speedo, this is a very nicely sorted, and very original classic Lotus, which is now on the button and ready to be enjoyed once more. £14000 - £16000

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Intended to replace the Austin-Healey 3000, the MGC was introduced in the autumn of 1967. While early reports criticised its ‘nose heavy’ handling, later ones were much kinder and, with 145bhp on tap, the model could complete the 0-60mph dash in 10 seconds and achieve 120mph flat out. Nevertheless, it was axed in 1969 after just 4,544 Roadsters and 4,458 GTs had been made, somewhat prematurely when considering the success University Motors subsequently enjoyed with the model.

A home market car, HDS 112G was delivered in April 1969 by Leslie Porter Limited of Belfast, finished in Tartan Red with Black leather interior and a manual gearbox. The MGC has more recently benefited from a detailed restoration courtesy of a regarded marque specialist, and now presents very nicely in its original colour scheme with new chromed wire wheels.

Accompanying this lovely MG is a file of work carried out during restoration, invoices for servicing and parts acquired, Heritage Certificate, current V5C and MoT certificate valid to May 2024. £16000 - £18000

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Registration Number: Chassis Number:

HDS 112G

GCD162359

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1981 AUDI QUATTRO

● Very early LHD Volkswagen Audi Group UK import ● Four registered owners from new ● Original service documentation

To find the origins of the quattro (note the discreet lower case q), one must place themselves in the Audi R&D team in the winter of 1976 77. A group of Audi engineers conducted test drives of new proposed models in the deep snow in Sweden. An Audi Iltis came along to offer a comparison, the Iltis being Audi’s basic military offering, an all-terrain vehicle with a lowly 75bhp. The iltis easily skipped the more powerful Audis on the Swedish slopes, thereby raising a few eyebrow or two amongst the development team.

Audi’s quattro technology was based on a hollow shaft through which power flowed in two directions, sending half of the power along the propshaft to the rear axle, whilst transferring the other half to the front axle’s differential. This hollow shaft produced a light, compact four-wheel-drive system, without the need for a heavy

Registration Number: Chassis Number:

WNV 77W

WAUZZZ85ZBA900504

transfer case or second propshaft. This made the quattro concept suitable for sporty automobiles, and high-volume production.

Pre-production ur-quattros were in development as early as 1978, with this revolutionary design being launched to the world at the Geneva Motor Show on March 4, 1980. UK orders started from March 1981, all in left-hand drive, and with four individual headlights instead of the two larger ones seen on later cars. Righthand drive production started in October 1982, with Audi’s four-seater costing Range Rover kind of money.

Originally planned for only low-volume production, high

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demand led to the Ur quattro being produced and developed further until finally bowing out in 1991.

Imported at the start of 1981, assigned with a Northamptonshire number as was often the way for vehicles imported via V.A.G. in Milton Keynes, this very early LHD Audi Quattro was first registered to Jack Barclay European of London on 3rd March 1981, finished in Diamond Silver Metallic with a Dark Brown striped velour interior.

Presumably originally a dealer demonstrator, the Audi changed hands from Jack Barclay to a Mr. Carter in February 1982, then to a Mr. Chapman later the same year, and finally to its last registered keeper, Mr. Howard, from February 1992. Servicing and maintenance bills run to the late 1990s, after which we presume the Audi has been stored awaiting restoration.

Looking through the original Audi service book pack, we can see the quattro was serviced pre-delivery on 9th March 1981, again at 4,753 miles only two months later, and through to the mid 1980s. Later servicing appears to have been taken care of by either Quattro specialists such as Quatro Sports, or by local garages.

Aside from servicing work, there is an invoice in the file for a rebuild of the Quattro’s cylinder head, and fitting of a new clutch. Although since having been stored for many years, recently our vendor cleaned the fuel

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system, a new fuel pump was fitted, and the car started immediately and settled to a steady idle, and was able to be moved around the confines of the owner’s premises.

The Quattro now shows 103,000 miles on odometer.

Offered as a full restoration project, this very early and extremely rare example is complete with original service books, older service bills and MoT certificates, original Pioneer radio/cassette, current V5C and older registration documents. £12000 - £14000

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1971 MERCEDES-BENZ 280SL

● Californian car, with original Pagoda roof

‘Some cars don’t change, they just get better. The Mercedes-Benz 280 SL, latest version of a line that began as the 230 SL in 1963, is the same as ever, just better,’ concluded Road & Track after testing a 280 SL in 1968. ‘For those who value engineering finesse and high quality construction, it’s alone in the field,’ enthused the highly respected American motoring magazine, while its manufacturer considered the 280 SL, ‘a Grand Tourer in the traditional sense’ and ‘a unique combination of sports car performance and saloon car comfort (a Mercedes-Benz saloon naturally).’

These attributes help explain the 280 SL’s phenomenal success, particularly in the all-important North American market where the optional automatic transmission was considered an essential feature by the majority of customers. The fact that it looked like ‘sex on wheels’ helped enormously too, of course. The 280 SL’s essential user friendliness broadened its appeal beyond the traditional sports car-enthusiast market; many celebrities and film stars owned 280SLs.

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Registration Number: Chassis Number:

TNB 608J

113-044-12-019085

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The last of a popular and extremely successful line begun with the 230 SL of 1963, the Mercedes-Benz 280 SL was introduced in 1967 powered by a new 2.8-litre six-cylinder engine that produced 180bhp, 20 horsepower more than the preceding 250 SL’s. The 280 SL’s 120mph top speed was no greater but it was significantly quicker off the mark, its 0-60mph time of 10 seconds being a whole second better than its predecessor’s. Christened ‘Pagoda’ after their distinctive cabin shape with its generous glass area, these SL models were amongst the best-loved sportstourers of their day and remain highly sought after by collectors.

Offered from a long-term Mercedes-Benz enthusiast, this attractive 280SL automatic was sourced by our vendor in 2016, in California, and imported to the UK in the same year. The 280 SL had benefited from restoration in the United States, and whilst overall in very good order, it required a small amount of mechanical attention in order for the car to run correctly. An experienced Mercedes-Benz technician was approached, and the car handed over to his care.

The Bosch mechanical injection pump was refurbished by a London-based specialist, a new fuel tank and filter unit fitted, all fuel lines pressure cleaned, and new fuel injectors installed. The braking system was serviced

with new fluids and pads, and various hoses and smaller items replaced as required. Once completed, the SL has been used lightly and dry-stored at the vendor’s home in Surrey.

Very nicely finished in Metallic Red (571H), with a matching hardtop, and black interior featuring a periodcorrect Becker Europa radio, this is a highly attractive example of an enduring classic. £70000 - £75000

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1953 LANCIA AURELIA SERIES III

● In current ownership since 1974 ● Comprehensively restored at a cost exceeding £160,000 ● Interesting earlier ownership history

‘You will probably never read a negative report on the Aurelia B20 GT. And that’s because it is truly – genuinely – brilliant. Nothing from the same period comes close for polished road manners. And that’s before you even look at one’ (Motor Sport magazine, 2014) Launched at the 1950 Turin Motor Show, the classic Aurelia was the first car ever with a V6 motor, advanced unitary construction design, ‘sliding pillar’ independent front suspension with semi-trailing arm layout at the rear, a two-piece prop-shaft and rear transaxle, and inboard rear brakes. The B20 Coupé broke cover a year later, a fastback ‘2+2’ on a shortened wheelbase which, with its combination of sports car performance and saloon car practicality, introduced the Gran Turismo concept to the world. Lighter and higher geared than the saloon, the B20 was good for a top speed of over 100mph. Introduced in 1953, the 3rd and subsequent series B20s were powered by a 2,451cc, 118bhp

Registration Number: Chassis Number:

MBH 634C B20-2857

version of the pushrod V6, while 4th-series onwards cars had De Dion rear suspension instead of the original semi-trailing-arm arrangement.

Stunning the motor racing world, a mildly racedeveloped B20 driven by chain-smoking, brandyswigging Giovanni Bracco to 2nd in the 1951 Mille Miglia, beaten only by Luigi Villoresi’s 4.1 litre works Ferrari. It goes on, class wins at Le Mans in 1951 and ‘52, a Targa Florio outright win in 1952, first overall in the Liege-Rome-Liege Rally of 1953, and in the Monte Carlo Rally of 1954. Racing drivers such as Fangio, Behra and Hawthorn all flocked to this beautiful and innovative fastback GT.

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Despite its 2,600,000-lira price tag (a hefty sum in those days), the Aurelia was a runaway commercial success.

Just over 3,000 were produced in 7 years, and Aurelia GTs are now highly coveted. It is then no surprise that the Aurelia is seen by many as the high watermark of Lancia’s post-war efforts.

According to the Registro Aurelia, this beautifully restored Aurelia GT Series III was despatched from the works in April of 1953, finished in grey with a matching grey cloth interior. Little is known of its early years, but by 1965 the Aurelia had found its way to the UK, now registered to ‘Eric Birks Autos’ of Princess Risborough in Buckinghamshire.

Anecdotally, the car is believed to be imported prior to this time, at the behest of racing driver Brian Hetreed.

Hetreed was in a group of amateur drivers including Nigel Price, Clive Aston and Mike Bond, who had links to Ecurie Chiltern, based at the Motorwork garage at Chalfont St Peter. Motorwork was the garage and race preparation workshop of Peter Whitehead, where Eric Birks worked, and during his employment had maintained the Aurelia. Though not a ‘work’s driver’, Hetreed was closely linked with racing of Aston Martins through Daunway Racing (an organisation owned by the Hon John Daunway, later Lord Downe) at a time when the company was not directly involved in racing.

Hetreed sadly died in practice in May 1964 at the Nürburgring driving an Aston Martin DP214 prototype, aged 35.

Hetreed’s nephews, one of whom our current vendor taught at Cambridge in their youth, remember being driven around central London in a ‘racing Aurelia’ in

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1963. Though the Aurelia has not been raced in many years, there is evidence that it might previously have been used for some form of motorsport in period. By 1967, the car had sustained crash damage to the front panel and to the front axle and mounting points, and the rear suspension had been altered. The spring and shock-absorber mounts had been modified to lower the ride and to change the camber of the rear wheels. The original engine had been replaced with a IV series unit, a Nardi gear-change and steering-wheel had been fitted, as were Borrani wheels and an air-scoop to the bonnet, possibly to accommodate a Nardi inlet manifold and a second Weber carburetor as was not uncommon in the day.

In 1967 the next owner, Robin Salmon, purchased the Lancia from Brian Hetreed’s widow. By this time the car was now painted in bright red, and supplied with the Series IV engine fitted by Hetreed. The engine was rebuilt by a mechanic working out of dealer Marshall’s in Cambridge, and at the same time the bodywork received ‘quite a lot’ of work.

After a couple of years Salmon passed the car to two fellow students in the Department of Architecture at the University of Cambridge, who in 1974 subsequently sold the car to our vendor. By now in tired condition, the Aurelia’s wiring had been “borrowed” from a Standard

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Vanguard, the interior had been substituted for white ‘Rexine’, and the original fittings generally changed to something ‘brighter, brasher and shinier’.

The Aurelia was driven over the summer of 1974, until when the MoT ran out being parked in a rented local authority lock-up. After 38 years of slumber, in 2012 the Lancia was finally exhumed, stripped, and on Valentine’s Day 2013 arrived at leading UK Lancia specialist Omicron for a comprehensive restoration.

Two years later, and following an investment of over £160,000, the Lancia finally returned to the roads once more. A detailed log supplied with the car outlines the extent of the restoration to the coachwork, mechanical and electrical components, and trim, but needless to say the Lancia has been returned to factory-fresh condition. A detailed restoration log is available upon request, as are invoices for the works completed.

Following restoration the Lancia was taken back to Italy for an extended trip in the summer of 2015, and has since been carefully stored and used sparingly.

Beautifully finished in Grigio with a beige wool cloth interior, and available for sale for the first time in several decades, this is a truly exceptional example of Lancia’s definitive Gran Turismo of the early 1950s. £110000 - £130000

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1972 PORSCHE 911 2.4 ‘S’ ‘OELKLAPPE COUPE’ ● Rare one year only Oelklappe model ● Matching numbers engine and chassis

A modern classic if ever there was one, Porsche’s long running 911 arrived in 1964, replacing the 356. The latter’s rear-engined layout was retained, but the 911 switched to unitary construction for the bodyshell, and dropped the 356’s VW- based suspension in favour of a more modern McPherson Strut and trailing arm arrangement.

The first of countless upgrades came in 1966 with the introduction of the 911 S. Easily distinguishable by its stylish fuchs five spoked alloy wheels, the S featured a heavily revised engine producing 160 bhp, the increased urge raising the top speed by 10mph to 135mph. A lengthened wheelbase, introduced in 1969, improved the 911’s sometimes challenging handling , and then in 1970 the engine underwent the first of many enlargements, first to 2.2 litres. All 911 variants received the 2.4 litre unit for 1972, by which time the 911’s featured the new, stronger, five- speed Type 915

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Registration Number: Chassis Number:

FHH 569K

9112301025

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gearbox, six inch wheel rims as standard, and also a small chin spoiler to improve high- speed stability.

This desirable Porsche 911 2.4S Coupe was despatched from Stuttgart works in April 1972, destined for largely sunny and dry Italy, and specified in Albert Blue (1818) with a Beige Leatherette interior.

The first owner drove his Porsche for 13 years before passing ownership to a Brescia-based collector, Mr. Elio Rizzini, keeping the 911 before selling to a closed friend, Mr. Luigi Bettinsoli from a nearby Marcheno. Mr. Bettinsoli enjoyed the Porsche for a further 12 years until selling to a Mr. Adobati from Alzano Lambardo, north of Brescia. During Mr. Adobati’s ownership it is understood that the Porsche was subject to restoration works, and refinished to its original shade of Albert Blue. Mr Adobati later passed the 911 on to a relative,

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who kept the 911 before passing to our current UKbased vendor in recent times.

This Porsche has been maintained in recent years by our vendor’s personal technicians. Having been dry stored for the last three years, and whilst in good general mechanical order, the Porsche may now benefit from light recommissioning. The engine and chassis numbers have been checked and we can confirm they indeed match, in accordance with the Porsche Certificate of Authenticity supplied with the car.

One of the most desirable 911 variants of the period, this 1972 S model will prove to be a welcome addition to any discerning Porsche collection. The 911 is offered with a copy of its older Italian documents, UK V5C document and Porsche Certificate of Authenticity. £100000 - £110000

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1953 LAGONDA 3-LITRE COUPE

● Matching numbers engine and gearbox ● Comprehensively restored in the early 2000s ● Recently recommissioned at a cost exceeding £5,000

Shortly after peace returned to Britain following the end of the 2nd World War, David Brown acquired the famous sporting marques of both Lagonda and AstonMartin, locating the new firm at the Feltham works in Hanworth Park West London. Post-war Lagondas were treated to a new W.O.Bentley-designed straight six twin-cam engine, which went on to power Lagonda and Aston Martin models into the late 50’s, most famously the highly successful DB3S.

The 1948 2.6-litre Lagonda was available as a 4-door saloon and from 1949 a 2-door drophead coupé joined the line up, Although the advanced chassis design and twin cam 6 cylinder engined car impressed dynamically, the styling was considered somewhat bulbous and staid. Following a beautifully redesigned body courtesy of Tickfords and the addition of the enlarged 3 Litre 140 bhp engine, the DB model of 1953 was certainly exquisite, capable and exclusive. With performance to match, the new model topped out well over 100 mph,

Registration Number:

KKU 62

Engine Number:

VB6J/64

Chassis Number:

LAG/50/539

very respectable for the early 1950s. With fully independent suspension all round mounted to its cruciform chassis, front coil springs, torsion bar rear suspension, and rack and pinion steering, this was cutting edge technology for the period. W.O. had clearly excelled himself, again!

The 3-Litre was originally offered as a Tickford-bodied 2-door coupé and drop-head, both coachbuilt by the now David Brown-owned company, Tickford. The body was hand-formed in the traditional manner, aluminium over an ash frame, while in typical Lagonda tradition the interior was opulent and exquisitely finished with the

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best hides and veneers. Within less than 2 years though the Coupé was discontinued replaced by a four door saloon, which ultimately became the most prolific version.

According to ‘David Brown & Sons Lagonda & Aston Martin 1860 – 1960’ by Alan Heard, only 267 DB 3 Litre cars were produced in total and just 65 of these were made in the 2-door coupé specification as presented here. It is believed that only a dozen or so 2-door

coupés are known to exist today, with around less than half of this number being roadworthy, by far the rarest of all the DB Lagonda 6 cylinder cars.

Our example, KKU 62, is one of the first of the earliest 3-litre models, (only the first 23 cars produced had the LAG/50 chassis numbers before changing to LB/290 numbers) featuring a number of identifying details such as glass rear lights, semaphore trafficators set into the rear wings, smaller and delicate styled twin rear petrol

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cap fillers, a heater air scoop on the front scuttle panel, tripod headlamps, also an early dash configuration with the ignition switch cluster set to the left of the dash centre and rounded windscreen corners. It is understood that ‘KKU’ was ordered new as a ‘Sunshine Coupe’ with a wood-framed folding canvas sunroof, later to be replaced with a Webasto unit in the early 1960s, however still retains its original 1953 roof opening and chrome locking handle.

First registered in March 1954 via dealer Charles Sidney Limited of Bradford to the owner of woollen mill S.Lyles and Co. of Dewsbury, the Lagonda moved up to Hawick in Scotland, before traveling down to Middlesex and then Oxfordshire. In 1965 ‘KKU’ was on the move once more, this time to Connecticut in the United States for 14 years, then on to Oklahoma for 22 years, before finally traveling once more, this time to Belgium in the early 2000s.The new owner decided a rebuild was in order, and so the Lagonda was treated to a comprehensive body off restoration. Shortly afterwards the 3-Litre was acquired by a large Kuwaiti-based collection, where it remained until its recent repatriation to the UK.

Now in the care of a devoted Lagonda enthusiast, the 3-litre has been thoroughly recommissioned at a cost exceeding £5,000, to include all fluids and filters, a comprehensive front suspension rebuild and a brake and fuel system overhaul. Additionally, various electrical

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components have been replaced, as have missing original parts and period accessories. Pleasingly the car was at the same time reunited with its original Bradfordissued registration number.

This wonderful, and very rare Lagonda, starts we understand, on the button and drives very well, participating in an AMOC Classic Motor Hub Treasure Hunt, and April 2023’s Drive It Day road rally. The 3-Litre also represented the Feltham Lagonda class in the 75th Anniversary of the David Brown years at the Aston Martin Heritage Trust Brooklands event. Finished in a period correct AML shade of Peony Red with light tan leather hides, this is a beautiful example which has covered only nominal mileage since restoration.

The 3-Litre is offered for sale with an original factory leather-bound handbook, the correct Lagonda Factory sales brochure, plus a pleasing history file, which includes a copy of the original AML Factory Build Sheet along with the Feltham factory service record, a copy of the West Yorkshire registration book entry, 1960s DVLA documents, period Lagonda Club magazine article referencing ‘KKU’, Oklahoma title certificates, Belgian registration documents, sales invoices from B.V. Cars NL, NOVA certificate, a current V5 registration document, and a large amount of recent receipts for the recommissioning parts. £45000 - £55000

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2006 ASTON-MARTIN DB9 VOLANTE

● One of only 36 examples fitted with a manual gearbox ● Uniquely finished in Aston-Martin Racing Green Metallic ● 21,000 miles with full service history

The DB9 was the star of the 2003 Frankfurt Motor show, where it was unveiled to the public for the very first time. The DB9 was powered by a third generation version of the now familiar 6.0 litre V12, with a top speed of 186mph. It was the first of what was to become a long line of production Aston Martins to use VH architecture; Superformed parts were applied in the chassis and footwell as well as the body panels. The individual die-cast, extruded or stamped aluminium elements of the VH platform are bonded with strong

Registration Number: Chassis Number:

LJ56 HGU

SCFAA02A07GB07577

adhesives and self-piercing rivets to make a lightweight but stiff backbone. Aston Martins have always made the interior of their cars to be very special places.

Beautifully tailored with the finest of materials, the DB9 uses Bridge of Weir leather, aluminium and wood. A design now 20 years in production, the DB9 is very

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much a modern classic and one which shaped the direction of Aston-Martin for many years to come.

Of the total production of DB9 Volante models, under 15% were specified from new with a manual transmission. For the UK market, the figures narrow significantly further. Of the 1,787 examples built for the UK market, only 36 were specified with a 6-speed manual gearbox. And of those 36 examples, this is the only chassis finished in the classic shade of Aston Martin Racing Green. This highly attractive example is finished is complemented by a Parliament Green leather interior with Absynthe Green stitching, Westminster Green convertible roof, and mahogany wood veneer capping to the doors and fascia.

A 2007 model year car, the DB9 was delivered to its first owner in December of 2006. The Aston-Martin was serviced at the main dealer seven times between 2008 and 2015, and under new ownership serviced by a specialist in 2019 at 20,423 miles, shortly after which the nation went into Covid lockdown. The DB9 was drystored until being serviced once more in 2022, which included fluids, filters, a four-wheel alignment check and regassing of the air conditioning.

Now showing 21,000 miles recorded, and with four owners from new, this striking and unique Aston-Martin is ready to join its next classic car collection.

The DB9 model is the car which put Aston Martin back on the map, and we feel this unique Volante is a must for the true collector. £47000 - £51000

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1960 BENTLEY S2 CONTINENTAL BY JAMES YOUNG ● One of only 41 James Young-bodied S2 Continentals ● First registered to bandleader Edmundo Ros

In the 1950s and 1960s the Bentley Continental was the world’s ultimate Grand Tourer, a car in which you could set off from any European capital in the morning and arrive at Monte Carlo fresh enough to play the tables that same evening.

Introduced in the autumn of 1959, the Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud II and Bentley S2 appeared externally unchanged from their Silver Cloud and S-Type predecessors, though their performance was considerably enhanced by the new 6,230cc aluminiumalloy engine, which produced approximately 25% more power than the old six. ‘The Bentley S2, with its sister Rolls-Royce models, gives high-speed travel in silence and luxury, while the driver and passengers enjoy the sense of well-being that only British craftsmanship can give,’ enthused Autosport. ‘The V8 engine, with its flashing acceleration, certainly contributes to the result and is a definite step forward in Rolls-Royce technique.’

There were few significant changes to the running gear, though power-assisted steering was now standard and

Registration Number: Chassis Number:

FSV 701

BC105AR

the manual gearbox had been dropped, Rolls-Royce’s own four-speed automatic transmission being the sole offering.

The Continental version of the Bentley remained, as ever, exclusively a coachbuilt automobile. The firms of H J Mulliner, Park Ward, James Young and Hooper (with a solitary example) all offered hand crafted bodies on the Continental S2 chassis, which differed from the standard version by virtue of its four-leading-shoe front brakes, shorter radiator and, up to chassis number ‘BC99BY’, higher gearing. Of these four, James Young and Hooper would soon cease coachbuilding, leaving only Mulliner and Park Ward to carry on a noble tradition.

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Bromley-based James Young had bodied its first automobile in 1908, affiliating itself with a succession of quality marques throughout the 1920s and 1930s before being acquired by the Jack Barclay Group in 1937. Post-war, James Young continued to offer coachbuilt designs until the unitary construction Silver Shadow/T-Series range, evaporated the supply of Rolls-Royce and Bentley chassis for the basis of coachbuild bodies. In the firm’s twilight years of the late 1950s and early 1960s, James Young produced arguably its best creations.

Only 41 S2 Continental chassis were bodied by James Young in period, a handful survive to this day. BC105AR, a four-door, six light saloon (design reference CV.100), was ordered by Edmundo Ros, a notable band leader of the early post-war period, and owner of the famous Coconut Grove club in London’s Regent Street (later to become known as Edmundo Ros’ Dinner and Supper Club). The club regularly hosted the cream of British high society, including members of the Royal Family.

According to copies of the original chassis records, the Continental was ordered on1st April 1960, finished in two-tone James Young Opal over James Young Dark Opal, with a matching red leather interior, and optioned with power steering, “white-sided” tyres, electric windows and aerial. Assigned the registration number ‘EWR 1’, for some reason the Bentley was not first registered until September of 1962.

In 2008 the Bentley’s coachwork was stripped to bare metal, and minor repairs undertaken as required, and refinished in an attractive shade of metallic blue. The red leather rim was renewed the following year, and the carpeting replaced in 2015. At the time the vehicle was serviced by specialist Hillier Hill, and in current

ownership by local Bristol technicians PLG Auto Services. In 2016, and in addition to scheduled maintenance, the Bentley received a new fuel tank, brake pipes and other remedial work as required, such as a replacement rear screen and bumper over-riders.

Whilst cosmetically in very good order, we note the Bentley will now benefit from very minor attention to localised areas of the paintwork.

The history file contains original build records, later invoices for maintenance and other works, and images of Bentley during the refinishing of the coachwork and trimming, older and current MoT certificate to Feb 2024.

A true Gentleman’s Express in the traditional sense, this wonderful rare James Young-bodied Bentley Continental is ready to be enjoyed by its next custodian. £65000 - £75000

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2000 ASTON-MARTIN DB7 VANTAGE

● Finished in a unique shade of Turkish Green ● Desirable manual gearbox ● Complete with all books and both sets of keys

Although Victor Gauntlett had long mooted the idea, it took the arrival of Ford money and TWR Group knowhow for a new generation, ‘small’ Aston Martin to become reality. Unveiled at the March 1993 Geneva Salon the DB7 had been subjected to more testing and development work than any of the marque’s previous models. The long awaited V12-engined DB7 Vantage was introduced at the Geneva Salon six years later.

The styling had been transformed by its original designer, Ian Callum, and the chassis featured completely new front and rear suspension and more powerful Brembo brakes, and the model was available with either a six-speed close ratio manual gearbox or five-speed automatic unit with the jewel in the newcomer’s crown being the 6-litre 420bhp engine nestling under the bonnet - the first V12 unit ever to power a production Aston Martin.

A unique example, this beautiful DB7 Vantage Coupe was specified when new in a one-off shade of Turkish Green, contrasted by an interior in Parchment/Forest

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Registration Number: Chassis Number:

W539 RPH

SCFAB1231K300921

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Green with Burr Walnut cappings. The only known example of the model to be finished in this colour, this particular car is well remembered by the former staff at Aston-Martin’s Newport Pagnell Works. One of only 234 manual cars produced worldwide, the DB7 was delivered new via Portfield Aston Martin of Chichester, fitted with an optional wooden steering wheel and sports exhaust. Further more recent enhancements include a genuine Aston-Martin alloy pedal set and DB9 factory bonnet vents (in the DB7 GT style). In addition to previous scheduled maintenance, the DB7 benefits recently from new spark plugs, new premium quality tyres and a brake overhaul. Additionally the inlet manifolds gaskets, correct factory spark plugs and coil packs have all all been replaced or checked and the vendor reports the current runs beautifully

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The Aston-Martin will be supplied with both sets of keys, factory leather bound handbook/service books, various other period Aston Martin books and promotional materials, and Aston-Martin Heritage Trust Rarity Record to confirm the car’s factory specification and that this is truly a ‘one of one’ unique Aston Martin.

Always enthusiast-owned, this distinctive DB7 has participated in the model’s 10th, 20th and 30th Anniversary events - could you be the enthusiast to take it to the 40th in a few years’ time?

With its sonorous V12 engine mated to a six-speed manual gearbox, this really is an intoxicating GT car, and exceptional value in the current market. £14000 - £16000

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1999 PORSCHE 996 CARRERA 4 COUPE

● Non-sunroof model, desirable GT3 aero kit ● Excellent history with Porsche/marque specialists ● Documented IMS/RMS bearing replacements

By the early 1990s it was becoming abundantly clear that upcoming emissions regulations would make it impossible for Porsche to continue to deliver 911 levels of performance from its air-cooled engine. That realisation led to the release of the first ever watercooled 911, the Type 996. The 996 Carrera Coupe made its world debut at the 1997 Frankfurt Motor Show.

Designer Pinky Lai had spent many hours in a wind tunnel refining the car’s slippery shape, a Cd of just 0.30 was the result, down from 0.33 for the 993. A new feature was the electric rear spoiler which extends at 75mph, then retracts again at 37mph – Lai recalls how he had to fight for the inclusion of the electrically operated rear spoiler to better manage downforce at high speeds, despite the company arguing there wasn’t enough funding for this to be included. Thankfully Lai won through, and the active spoiler was included as standard in the final production specification. 911s

Registration Number: Chassis Number:

K1 FSX

WPOZZZ99ZXS602796

have become progressively bigger over time, but the 996 is a beautifully manageable size for UK driving; plenty of power, poised handling, well weighted steering and a well damped ride all combine to provide a truly rewarding driving experience.

Finished in Basalt Black with a grey leather interior, this impressive non-sunroof 1999 996 Carrera Coupe is to Gen 1 specification, fitted with the high revving 3.4 litre boxer six cylinder motor, sought-after six speed manual gearbox and all-wheel-drive drivetrain. Coupled with the Porsche’s Stability Management (PSM) system, this setup instils confidence on the road in any condition.

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Unusually our 996 is fitted with the desirable GT3 aerodynamic kit, comprising front bumper, side skirts and spoiler, also original Porsche GT3 alloy wheels.

The 3.4 litre (300bhp) engine has covered c.105,000 extremely well maintained and serviced miles. In current ownership (since 2020), amongst other works the gearbox has been fully rebuilt by specialists (less than 1,000 miles ago), and the sometimes troublesome IMS bearing has been replaced with an uprated item, as have the Rear Main Seal, clutch and dual mass flywheel.

In 2022 the factory BBS wheels were split, cleaned and powder coated, and the front seats removed, cleaned and leather colonised.

A rigorously maintained example, the 996 is offered with a stamped service book and manuals, a schedule of maintenance since 2010, a number of receipts and older MoT certificates, and both sets of keys.

With only around 500 miles since its last service, and supplied with a new MoT prior to sale, this is clearly well cared for, powerful yet eminently practical Porsche which can be enjoyed all year round. £14000 - £16000

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1986 AUDI QUATTRO

A product that changed our perceptions of what rally cars were capable of, after much development in snowy Northern Europe during the late 1970s, the revolutionary Audi quattro broke cover in early 1980, to be launched to UK audiences from March of the following year. The Quattro was initially powered by the WR, 2144cc in-line, five-cylinder, 10-valve SOHC unit with turbocharger and intercooler, with styling overseen

by Martin Smith, who skilfully turned the somewhat mundane Coupe into an aggressive box-arched weapon.

For the 1985 model year, the Quattro gained a new sloping front grille, headlights, trim and badging changes. The interior has been redesigned a year earlier, and featured a new dashboard layout, steering wheel design, and new centre console design with

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Registration Number: Chassis Number:

D879 RKJ

WAUZZZ85ZHA900226

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revised switchgear. The rear suspension was amended with geometry changes, the removal of the rear anti-roll bar to reduce lift-off oversteer, wider 8x15-inch wheels, and 20mm lower suspension with slightly stiffer springs for improved handling.

This first mass market turbo-charged, four-wheel drive sportscar, the quattro was a true success story. Over 11,000 road cars were produced until 1991, meanwhile in competition the quarter took 23 WRC rallies at the hands of legends Michèle Mouton, Hannu Mikkola, Walter Rӧrhl and Stig Blomqvist.

This facelifted model was first delivered on 22nd October 1986 via dealers Whites of Haslemere, finished in Tornado Red with a grey cloth interior. In the intervening years the Audi has been with 6 keepers, the last private registered owner having taken possession in 1991.

Having been stored since around 2007, this desirable facelifted Quattro is the ideal candidate for full restoration, complete with service book and owners manual, older service bills and previous MoT certificates. £12000 - £14000

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1986 PORSCHE 911 3.2 CARRERA SPORT CABRIOLET ● Extensive history with 22 service stamps ● Bills totalling £30,000+ for servicing and repairs ● Over £10,000 in maintenance since 2020

Porsche revived the Carrera name – previously used for the competition orientated versions of the preceding 356 model – for its luxuriously equipped, top-of-therange 911 in 1973, applying the evocative title to all 911 variants, coinciding with the introduction of the 3.2 litre engine, from the start of the 1984 model year.

Although it remained an air-cooled flat six, the 3.2 motor was 80% new and incorporated an effective cam chain tensioner and associated lubrication system, which at last addressed a perennial 911 shortcoming.

This enlarged and extensively revised new engine produced 231bhp, 27 horsepower more than its predecessor, endowing the Carrera with a level of performance approaching that of the original 911 Turbo of 1974, the bald statistics being a 0-60mph time of 5.3 seconds and a top speed of 152mph, with 100mph reachable in a breathtaking 13.6 seconds.

The first 911 Cabriolet debuted in late 1982, as a 1983 model. This was Porsche’s first cabriolet since the 356 of the mid-1960s. It proved very popular with 4,214

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Registration Number: Chassis Number:

C723 KAR

WPOZZZ91ZGS150231

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This attractive 911 3.2 Sport Cabriolet was first registered in February of 1986, finished in Grand Prix White with grey leather, with the Sport package of 16” Fuchs wheels and both front/rear spoilers. In the intervening years the 911 has clearly been well maintained, leafing through the car’s history file we see a number of bills for various maintenance and repairs totalling over £30,000, dating back over 20 years. In current ownership since 2020, the 911 has benefited from a thorough inspection with associated servicing and minor repairs (at a cost of c.£10,000). The original service book indicates continual maintenance over the years, supported by a total of 22 service stamps, initially from main dealer Lancaster, later via specialists Autostrasse, Strasse, Autotech and most recently Bowles Auto Services of Sussex.

Complete with Porsche wallet, all books, current and a number of older MoT certificates, this is clearly a well maintained example of one of the best sports cars of the last century. £36000 - £38000

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2005 HONDA S2000

● In current ownership for 15 years ● Under 17,000 miles from new

First shown as a concept car (named the SSM) at the 1995 Tokyo Motor Show, the new S2000 was essentially Honda’s 50th birthday present to itself when launched to the public in 1999.

The S2000 was named after its engine’s displacement, carrying on the tradition from the S500, S600 and S800 roadsters of the 1960s. The S2000 was noted for its high power output, at 124 hp per litre, it was the highest of any naturally aspirated engined car of its day.

Several revisions were made through the model’s lifespan, which are broadly divided into the AP1 and AP2 variants. Production of the S2000 ended in 2009, since then becoming a modern classic, with prices on the rise for good examples.

This very low-mileage AP2 model was first registered in September 2005, finished in an attractive shade of Nurburgring Blue with Blue Leather Seats, a rare factory fitted rear spoiler, and factory fitted headrest speakers.

Garage-kept as part of a small classic car collection, the S2000 has been waxoyled to prevent corrosion,

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Registration Number: Chassis Number:

RJ55 BSY

JHMPA11305S202028

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which has preserved the underneath of the car in very fine order. The Honda is supplied with a tonneau cover, and has recently been fitted with replacement tyres on each corner.

The service history for the car reads as follows: 2005 PDI Fish Brothers Honda, 2006 Browns Honda (6,465 miles) 2007 Sports and Prestige S2000 Specialists (10,985 miles) 2008 Sports and Prestige (11,008 miles) 2010 Roger Apew Motor Engineer (13,844 miles)

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2013 Roger Apew Motor Engineer (16,286 miles) 2020 Roger Apew Motor Engineer (16,286 miles)

Showing just under 17,000 miles recorded from new, and with an MoT certificate to May 2024 (with no advisories), this is a wonderful driving modern classic which can be enjoyed the whole year around.

The S2000 will be serviced once more prior to coming to the auction. £13000 - £15000

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1982 MERCEDES-BENZ G-WAGEN 430 V8 PICKUP ● Exhaustively restored and upgraded ● 4.3 litre V8 giving 275 bhp at the rear wheels ● Built at an estimated cost exceeding £90000

The Mercedes-Benz G-Class or G-Wagon, short for Geländewagen (cross-country vehicle), is characterised by its boxy styling and body-on-frame construction. It uses three fully locking differentials, one of the few vehicles to have such a feature. The G-Class is still in production and is one of the longest produced Mercedes-Benz in Daimler’s history. The model was developed as a military vehicle from a suggestion by the Shah of Iran and offered as a civilian version from 1979. A new version was expected for 2007, but ultimately whilst the new GL-Class is a fine performing product in the Mercedes tradition, it was not sufficient to steal the affection for the classic Geländewagen. And so the G-Wagon is still in production and selling well to the current day.

Registration Number: Chassis Number:

CBY 406Y

46023327021341

This Long-Wheel-Base G-Wagon Pickup, has recently enjoyed a comprehensive restoration and upgrade to Mercedes 4.3 V8 power.

During the restoration the G-Wagen was stripped to a bare chassis, which was blasted and then treated with etch primer and three coats of two-pack paint. The single cab body was returned to bare metal, fitted with new wings and bonnet, fully insulated and then refinished in dark grey. A new/old stock Carbodies aluminium rear tub was sourced, prepared and painted

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to match. New window regulators were installed, additionally door and glass seals and a new Mercedes windscreen.

A Mercedes M113 4.3 litre V8 engine and six- speed manual gearbox were sourced, stripped and inspected, and built up with new gasket and seals. The engine was treated to a new waterpump, radiator/hoses, crank damper, cam and crank sensors, flywheel and clutch, and now runs a Haltech elite 2500 ECU, and twin spark Mazda coil packs. Breathing through custom manifolds and a stainless exhaust system, we understand this set up is good for 275bhp at rear wheels. In other words, plenty!

Both front and rear axles have been stripped, and rebuilt with new bearings, crown wheel and pinions. The axle ratios are now 4.1 :1 ratio front and rear, the rear axle being a “Coke Bottle” 3.5 ton item. Both axles feature rebuilt hydraulic differential locks, additionally the three propshafts have been rebuilt and balanced.

The suspension has been overhauled with new springs, Bilstein shock absorbers and new mounts, new bushes, drag links, track rod ends, and a reconditioned steering

box. The hydraulic systems have received new lines, the fuel tank replaced for an improved plastic item with new sender, fuel pump and all fuel lines. The front braking has been uprated to G500 calipers, vented discs with Mercedes pads, new brake lines and hoses.

The rear drums were skimmed and reinstalled with new rear wheel cylinders. G500 front and rear bash plates have been fitted. The G-Wagen now rides on banded steel rims with Toyo Open Country tyres.

The interior has been treated to newer W463 G-Wagon seats re-trimmed in black Nappa leather, a dash top in leather, Mercedes floor linings, also a Bluetooth Kenwood stereo with Apple Play and Sat. A new rear pickup tilt has been made in mohair, fitted to a newly powder coated frame. Finally the pick-up’s look is completed with a Canadian military snorkel, Pintal bumper and military specification mirrors. Now over 40 years old, we have not as yet received confirmation but we believe the G-Wagen is now MoT and tax exempt.

Fast, powerful and huge fun to drive, this hugely capable G-Wagen is one of the coolest trucks on the road today. The Pickup is complete with a UK V5C document, and a large photographic file of the build. £35000 - £40000

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1995 AUDI S2 COUPE

● Finished in very rare Tropic Green metallic ● Extensive dealer/specialist service history

Launched in 1991, the new S2 model, based on the second generation Audi Coupé, was the replacement for the mighty Audi Quattro. The S2 had a hard act to follow, which might explain why the S2 was never officially marketed as a Quattro, but instead as a car with its own identity. Following the mighty S1 quattro works rally weapons, the S2 was Audi’s the first production vehicle to have the S moniker adorned upon its boot lid. Powered by the same 2.2 litre turbocharged five-cylinder engine found in the Quattro, this aerodynamically superior car could now hit a maximum speed of around 150mph. From 1993 the gap widened further with a power increase of 10bhp, and a new six speed gearbox. Like the Quattro before it, the S2 Coupé took to the world’s rally stages, but it couldn’t repeat the overwhelming success of the original. A good looking road car, the S2 has matured very nicely into a modern performance classic.

First registered in January 1995, this later S2 Coupe was specified when new in the eye-catching shade of Tropic Green metallic, an unusual and attractive shade, and very seldom seen on this model. The S2 has had six

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Registration Number: Chassis Number:

M921 FDF

WAUZZZ8132SA000286

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keepers from new, with a comprehensive service record showing 16 stamps in total, plus a thick file of invoices. Earlier maintenance was courtesy of the Volkswagen/Audi dealer network, and in later years with specialists such as market-leading Quattro gurus AM Cars of Ilminster.

Now showing 176,000 miles recorded, the S2 has been in dry storage in recent years, having been brought

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very recently out to be photographed and granted a new MoT certificate. The Audi is supplied with all Audi books (including service book), history file and two sets of keys. An extremely attractive example of this modern performance classic, this appealing S2 can be used and enjoyed all year round. £14000 - £17000

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1994 JAGUAR XJS 4.0 CONVERTIBLE ● Offered with No Reserve

Jaguar’s first response to demands for an open-top XJS was somewhat conservative in engineering terms.

The XJ-S had not been designed with an open version in mind, so a Targa-style arrangement was adopted, which retained a substantial roll hoop in the interests of maintaining rigidity in the absence of a fixed roof. Two removable roof panels were stored in the boot, and the Cabriolet did away with the Coupé’s two occasional rear seats in favour of a pair of luggage lockers topped by a parcel shelf. Essentially an exercise in niche marketing to test public reaction, the XJ-S Cabriolet’s production was entrusted to outside specialist contractors, with bodyshells being transported back and forth across the Midlands before returning to the Brown’s Lane factory prior to final despatch.

Having demonstrated that there was indeed sufficient demand to justify production of an open XJ-S, Jaguar grasped the nettle and proceeded to develop a conventional full convertible. For the latter they turned for assistance to coachbuilders Karmann in Osnabruck, a firm with considerable expertise in the manufacture of open cars. As well as developing the host of new panels and associated tooling required, Karmann also designed the hood, which was electro-hydraulically operated and featured a full lining and glass rear window complete with heating element. Today, this model is very much establishing itself as a most worthy latter day classic; good examples being eagerly sought by connoisseurs of the marque.

Registration Number: Chassis Number:

M240 AGN

SAJJNAFD3EJ193196

Finished in an attractive shade of Sapphire Blue with a complementing cream leather interior and navy blue roof, this later facelifted example, fitted with the improved 4.0 litre version of the AJ16 engine, has had much care and attention lavished on it in the last few years. The coachwork was refinished in 2016 to a good standard, the convertible roof replaced in 2018, and other items attended to as and when required. Having covered very few miles in recent years as part of a small collection, the XJS has just been prepared and will be driven 300 miles prior to sale. The car has an MoT certificate to February 2024, recently fitted replacement battery and alternator, and attention to the front brakes, comprising new calipers and discs to the front. Additionally the crank sensor has recently been replaced and the electrical system tested.

Opening the history file reveals the original book pack, a comprehensively stamped service record, previous MoT test certificate, also various invoices, receipts and photographs over the years. XJS Convertibles are the ultimate fast summer touring cars - what better way to travel across the country, even the continent?

This is sold with No Reserve to the highest bidder on the day. £8000 - £9000

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2023 TIGER GTA

● Factory finished example ● Under 10 miles only ● Recently completed at a cost exceeding £28,000

Launched in 2011 at the Stoneleigh Kit Car Show, the GTA was introduced as a development of the Lotus Seven-styled Tiger Avon sports car. Based on the roadand track-proven Avon chassis, the GTA was designed to appeal to a broader range of buyers. The full width bodywork, with a distinctive rear end treatment, not only gives the GTA character, but also provides improved aerodynamics and slippery, curvaceous lines.

The forward-hinged front end offers engine access, whilst the cockpit was designed to comfortably accommodate larger drivers, whilst offering the nimble handling characteristics of the Avon model.

This beautiful factory-finished example has covered only a handful of miles since being completed by the Tiger factory in early 2023 on behalf of the owner. The powerplant for the build was a new crated 2-litre Ford Black Top Zetec Engine with lightened flywheel and alloy sump, fed via Tiger Alpha Throttle bodies and breathing through a Zetec tubular four-into-one exhaust system. The engine drives through a Type 9 gearbox, Ford Sierra 3.92 differential with matching driveshafts and alloy hubs, a quick steering rack, Spax shock absorbers and uprated four-pot disc brakes on each corner. Caliber Motion Wheels in Graphite are fitted, shod with grippy Toyo tyres. The chassis was powder coated and the body finished in British Racing Green with a yellow nose surround, and sensibly a rollover hoop was added. The cost of all of this effort was over £28,000, as indicated in the accompanying file.

Putting out a healthy c.170bhp, and weighing under 900kg, this very recently completed Tiger makes a very interesting, fun and unusual sports car for fast road or track use. Completed in January 2023 and with fewer than 10 miles recorded, the GTA is offered with a Certificate of Newness by Tiger, V627/1 report, IAC/IVA documents, and UK V5C. £15000 - £17000

Registration Number: Chassis Number:

BX23 HVF

SA9GGBMU200612133

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1996 TVR CHIMAERA 4.0 HC

● Finished in unusual Raspberry Metallic with Biscuit trim ● Extensive history, recently serviced

The TVR Chimaera was launched at the British Motor Show in 1992 and, unusually for TVR, the ‘show’ car looked as if it was actually production-ready, and so it proved. At the time, TVR were basking in the adulation heaped upon the Griffith, and the Chimaera only served to reinforce the perception that here was a homegrown manufacturer capable of mixing it with the big boys. The ‘S’ series of cars were, at the time, still selling well, but with the advent of the Chimaera, TVR’s management knew that their immediate future was V8 powered. Both the ‘S’ and Griffith range were all-out sports models, and the Chimaera’s emphasis was slightly softer, but it was all fairly relative and in Blackpool parlance soft and TVR are not normally bedfellows. Legend has it that during the styling of the Chimaera, TVR boss Peter Wheeler’s dog, Ned, took a bite out of one of the foam models. Wheeler decided that he liked the new styling feature and incorporated the recesses to house the front indicators!

The Chimaera’s underpinnings were based on the Griffith’s, which were in turn based on the Tuscan racer.

Different dampers and an anti-roll bar were fitted, as was a more accommodating boot to reinforce the new car’s Grand Touring image. The Chimaera was originally destined to house the all-new AJP8 engine designed and built by TVR. Development issues surrounding this engine meant that the trusty Rover V8 based engines were used - 240bhp 4.0 (also available in 275bhp HighCompression) 280bhp 4.3, 285bhp 4.5-litre or 340bhp 5.0-litre capacity. Another little-known fact is that the Chimaera was planned to replace the Rover-engined Griffith, but demand for both models was sufficient to justify their existence. The 4.3-litre car lasted until 1994, whereupon it was replaced by the 4.0-litre High Compression model, the range-topping 5.0-litre model being introduced shortly before. The 4.0 HC, in turn, gave way to the 4.5 in 1996, and the base 4.0 was deleted in 1998.

Registration Number: Chassis Number:

N182 CNC

SDLDCC4P9TD011448

This unique example was delivered in April 1996, finished in a rare and unusual colour scheme of Raspberry Metallic with a Biscuit leather interior. The Chimaera is supplied with a detailed history file, we note in addition to regular servicing work the Chimaera benefited from rebuild of the rear differential, has recently been serviced, and is fitted with a replacement battery.

Always a weak point with Chimaeras, we understand the chassis is in good condition, and the bodywork, convertible roof, and interior all present well. The TVR is offered completed with a current V5C, MoT certificate valid to May 2024, a clear HPI report, also a number of previous bills and older MoT certificates.

All in all, a nicely presented and very eye catching example of a true modern classic. £8000 - £10000

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1995 AUDI S2 AVANT

● Two private owners from new, the current since 1998 ● Comprehensive service history file

Audi’s new sports version of the 80, the S2, was launched in 1991, based on the B4 platform. The 2.2 inline five cylinder 20-valve turbo engine was carried over from the Sport Quattro, a similar unit to that fitted to the Audi 200 20v and S4. The new S2 came as standard with quattro permanent four wheel drive and a heavyduty manual transmission, upgraded to a 6-speed for 1993.

In 1993 the 5-door S2 Avant model joined the range, in addition to a limited run of 4-door S2 saloon models, of which 306 were produced. The S2 Avant ran from 1993 and 1995 and formed the basis for Audi’s giant-killing RS2 Avant super-sports estate. Always a powerful performer, the S2’s 217bhp engine (later models producing 227bhp) could propel it to 60 mph in 6 seconds, continuing to a top speed of over 150mph.

Production of the S2 Avant ended in 1995. Not a common sight when new, the Avant is rarely seen on British roads, and coveted amongst enthusiasts.

This later Ruby Red example was supplied new in Cumbria early in 1995, and we understand used as a dealer demonstrator before going into private hands.

The S2 changed keepers once more in 1998, and has been in private ownership since then. Servicing was originally entrusted to dealers Silverstreet and Alan Day, and later to leading quattro specialist AM Cars of Ilminster, who have maintained the car in current ownership.

This S2 has been well maintained, with a large file of invoices for various works completed, running into several thousands of pounds. In particular in 2015, at 166,000 miles, £3,793 was spent with AM Cars on servicing and various minor repairs. There are also bills for servicing, only a few hundred miles ago, with AM in 2016 at 172,254 miles.

Complete with Audi book pack, a thick file of receipts, a new MoT with no advisories, and a number of older MoT certificates, this rare estate version of the S2 makes for an interesting and unusual high performance modern classic. £13000 - £15000

Registration Number: Chassis Number:

M319 EEC

WAUZZZ8CZSA007967

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1989 MERCEDES-BENZ 300SL

When Mercedes redesigned its famed SL in 1971, there was a lot of equity behind it – after all, when the incomparable 300SL Coupe and Roadster were built fewer than 20 years before, they set the world on fire.

The next-generation 230/250/280SL in 1963 brought Mercedes’ sports car down to Earth, replacing both the incredible 300SL and four-cylinder 190SL.

For the next SL, Mercedes started with the chassis of the mid-size “W114/115” model and added motors from the large “W116” S-Class. The result was a luxurious convertible that ended up being the longest passenger car series ever produced by Mercedes to date. The SL remained a prized automotive status symbol and an iconic part of the brand’s lineup, until it was finally replaced by the all-new fourth-generation SL in 1990.

This later 300SL is finished in the sought after colour combination of Blue/Black metallic with a biscuit leather interior. Unfortunately we do have earlier history for the car on file, however the current owner has entrusted well respected local specialist Classic Car Management to garage and maintain the SL on his behalf. A clean and tidy example, the SL is now being offered for sale purely due to lack of use. The Mercedes has received an MoT in July (with no advisories), and is offered with recent invoices, factory hardtop with stand, spare key, manual and UK V5C.

A stylish modern classic car which can be used and enjoyed come rain or shine. £18000 - £20000

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Registration Number: Chassis Number:

F647 JSS

WDB107412A099388

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1968 MGC “THE MONSTER”

● Converted in period in California to steel Sebring coachwork ● More recently recommissioned

When the “M.G. Division” of British Motor Holdings was tasked with creating a replacement for the long-lived Austin-Healey 3000, the corporate bosses latched onto Abingdon’s plan to build a six-cylinder MGB. Donald Healey himself squashed the idea of a Healey-badged M.G., but the idea saw light for model year 1968 when the new BMC “C-series” seven-main-bearing, twin SUcarburettored, 2,912cc straight-six engine was shoehorned into the B. This unit was physically taller and 340 pounds heavier than the MGB’s 98hp, 1.8-liter four, and fitting it required swapping the front suspension’s coil springs for torsion bars. In spite of its overly generous dimensions, the three-litre was an impressively smooth unit of 145hp at 5,250 rpm and 174-lbs.ft. of torque at 3,500 rpm, making it the most powerful M.G. sports car built until the RV8 of 1994.

This very interesting MGC was first supplied via a Southern Californian dealer in 1968, specified with an automatic transmission and wire wheels, and finished in British Racing Green. We understand a British serviceman, whilst posted to California, purchased the MG, driving it for a couple of years before returning the car to his dealership to be converted to RHD specification. In addition, our then owner decided on some racy bodywork modifications…

A nearby body shop was contacted and briefed to convert the MGC’s body, with wide steel Sebring-style wheel arches, a deep front spoiler, a restyled rear end, and the removal of bumpers to the front and rear.

Although undocumented, the engine is said to have been stripped, lighten and balanced, and rebuilt, and an overdrive unit fitted. A year or so after the work had commenced, the serviceman had disappeared back to the UK, leaving the MG and a sizable invoice in his tracks. The MGC sat, and sat, and sat. A full 20 years later a Mr. Bob Sauder of Grass Valley, California acquired the car, now finished in primer, with wide chromed wire wheels, a six-branch manifold, triple carburettors and a Downton twin pipe exhaust system.

A later MGB dashboard had also been fitted, with an MGC odometer and rev counter.

Registration Number: Chassis Number:

FND 371F

GCN1U3953G

Bob, now in his 70s, decided he would never finish the project, and so sold it to the British enthusiast, who completed the car around 5 or 6 years ago to the standard presented here. Further additions include telescopic shock absorbers all around, renewed brake and clutch systems and a rebuilt overdrive gearbox.

The seating was renewed in leather by P. J. M. Motors of Shropshire, and the coachwork finished in a period Porsche shade of Minerva Blue.

A car which has always remained in dry California, or garaged in the UK, the MGC is remarkably well preserved for its age with no signs of previous rust repairs. Now UK registered, this striking MGC, affectionately known as “The Monster”, is complete with Heritage Certificate, large file of maintenance and various parts invoices. £14000 - £17000

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1970 FORD CORTINA LOTUS

● Ex-East Sussex Constabulary Police car ● Two registered owners from new, the second from 1972

Officially named the Ford Lotus Cortina Twin Cam, in order to improve build quality Ford decided the Lotus Cortina Mark II would be built in-house, and would be fitted with a more powerful version (109bhp) of the 1558cc Lotus ‘Twin-Cam’ engine, a revised 3.77:1 final drive ratio and new remote-control gearchange

Unlike the Mark I, the new model was available in a range of colours, and featured a distinctive black front grille, 5.5J x 13 wheels and Lotus badging to each rear wing. The two-door sports saloon boasted a wider track, larger fuel tank, stiffened suspension and disc / drum brakes.

The new model provided Ford with a decent competition platform until the arrival of the ‘Twin-Cam’ Escorts in ‘68. Better built and less temperamental than its forebear, the Ford Cortina Lotus Mark II remained in production until 1970, by which time over 4,032 are thought to have left the Dagenham gates.

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Chassis Number:

Registration Number:

BA91HS25847 UPM 85H

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Graham Arnold, Lotus Group Sales Director at the time, was inspired by the perceived halo-effect of a Lotus Cortina being publicly used by the police, and so from the mid-1960s a handful appears on British roads, suitably adorned with “Blues and Twos” and fluorescent stripes on the side. Two four-door chassis were supplied to the Mid-Anglia Constabulary for evaluation for fast patrol and pursuit car use, but the trial never went beyond these two vehicles.

Police Lotus Cortinas were just as fast as the incumbent Jaguars used by the force, with around the same interior space, but with much better handling.

Many were driven into the ground in period, later to be sold at auction for around half the price of a regular road car, often ending as donors for other Lotusengined road cars at the time. As such, very few survive to this day.

UPM 85H is one of a handful of two-door Cortina Lotus models registered to East Sussex Constabulary in January of 1970, alongside UPM 84H, UPM 91H, and UPM 92H. After only a couple of years the Cortina was traded out of the force and to its second and only

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registered keeper, who drove the Cortina regularly until 1989, at which point the car was placed in dry storage for the next 10 years. In around the year 2000, a family wedding was imminent, and so it was decided to refurbish the car in preparation for the big day. The Cortina’s paintwork was refinished in Ermine White with a green stripe, and the interior refurbished with Recaro cloth seats, replacement Minilite wheels were fitted on each corner, and the steering wheel replaced with a smaller Mountney item. The steering has been improved with an uprated steering rack, the suspension uprated to Bilsteins all round, and a stainless steel exhaust system fitted.

In recent times the Lotus has been dry stored, and may now benefit from light recommissioning before being used regularly. This Cortina Lotus is an extremely rare car and represents a unique opportunity for the serious Ford collector. The Cortina now shows 63,840 miles recorded, and is supplied with a UK V5C, a number of older MoT certificates, and receipts for parts and services during restoration. £28000 - £32000

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1983 MERCEDES-BENZ G-WAGON ‘KASTENWAGEN’

● 500 miles since comprehensive chassis-up restoration ● Built at an estimated cost of c. £70000

The Mercedes-Benz G-Class or G-Wagon, short for Geländewagen (cross-country vehicle), is characterised by its boxy styling and body-on-frame construction. It uses three fully locking differentials, one of the few vehicles to have such a feature. The G-Class is still in production and is one of the longest produced Mercedes-Benz in Daimler’s history. The model was developed as a military vehicle from a suggestion by the Shah of Iran and offered as a civilian version from 1979. A new version was expected for 2007, but ultimately whilst the new GL-Class is a fine performing product in the Mercedes tradition, it was not sufficient to steal the affection for the classic Geländewagen. And so the G-Wagon is still in production and selling well to the current day. In addition to short and long wheelbase station wagons, professional buyers could specify a three door ‘Kastenwagen’ (panel van), in addition to pickups and rolling chassis for custom builds.

This outstanding and rare RHD Kastenwagen has recently been comprehensively restored by a UK-based marque specialist, all new or reconditioned components throughout. The van body was removed,

Registration Number: Chassis Number:

A806 KFP

46033222029837

the chassis blasted and refinished in etch primer followed by two pack paint. The body was stripped, returned to bare metal, repaired as necessary and refinished in China Blue with 3M stone chip resistant underseal and modern insulation. Military bumpers and mirrors complete the look externally. To finish the interior, all gauges were reconditioned, the Recaro heated seats retrimmed in black Nappa leather, and Sony Apple carplay/Sat Nav unit fitted, The OM605 5 cylinder engine was stripped, and rebuilt with new gaskets and seals, a new radiator, water pump, hoses, intercooler and oil cooler. With a 7.5 mm Dieselmeken injection pump and Holset turbo, the motor is good for an estimated 250bhp, breathing through a 65mm stainless steel exhaust system. The six-speed manual gearbox was rebuilt, and mated to the engine with a new flywheel and clutch, and a rare

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CLASSIC CARS, SATURDAY 23 SEPTEMBER 2023 PTO transfer box which could operate a winch if required.

The axles have been overhauled with difficult to source 4.1:1 ratios, all new bearings and seals, whilst the suspension has received all new components and zincplated fastenings. The propshafts were rebuilt and balanced, and a new steering box installed, with new ball joints as required. The braking system has been renewed throughout, with cupronickel lines and new calipers. A new plastic fuel tank was installed, with a new sender.

As you can imagine, after this huge amount of effort, with only in the region of 500 miles since completion, the Kastenwagen runs and drives as new, and we understand from 2024 will also be tax and MoT exempt.

Offered with a V5C, and a recently granted MoT certificate, this is quite possibly the coolest way imaginable to carry dogs, firewood, bikes, supplies or worktools, or just about anything! The Kastenwagen is offered with a UK V5 and photographic record of the restoration. £35000 - £40000

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1972 ALFA-ROMEO SPIDER VELOCE

Widely regarded as a design classic, the classic 105/115-series Alfa-Romeo Spider model remained in production for almost three decades. It is easy to see why, it’s just such a cracking car to drive! Rear-wheel drive underpinnings allied to a lively twin-cam engine and sophisticated specification, such as all-round disc brakes, ensured the longevity of the model.

Registration Number: Chassis Number:

FHH 82K

AR*2460638

Widely regarded as a design classic, the Spider remained in production for almost three decades, with only minor aesthetic and mechanical changes. The final Alfa Romeo Spider was the last rear wheel drive Alfa Romeo of that era. The Series II cars, built from 1970 until the early 1980s, moved from the elegant boat-tail to the more efficient Kamm version, whilst retaining the stylish chrome bumpers. The new Spider also gained a new two-litre engine, whose 132bhp and 134lb/ft of torque finally gave the car the power it always deserved. With a five-speed manual gearbox and a kerb weight of just over a ton, the Spider’s performance was sparkling; 0-60 in 8.5 seconds on the way to a top speed of 120mph!

This very attractive Spider has been in the ownership of a local enthusiast in recent years, who acquired the car to use for foreign holidays, hence choosing a LHD example.

When acquired from a family who had enjoyed the Spider for a number of years, the paintwork was a little tired in places, with a few minor scratches and dings, and so the bodywork was refinished in dark Blu Olandese (Dutch Blue) as per original.

set of period 1970s alloy wheels complete the look perfectly.

Offered with a UK V5C, previous UK MoT and receipts in current ownership, this Spider is an extremely stylish companion for the summer months £1800 - £22000

Judging by the souvenir stickers on the car’s windscreen, it appears to be well travelled in previous ownership, although the recorded mileage is quite sensible at around 90,000 kilometres.

More recently the Spider’s Dellorto carburettors have been overhauled, the valves have been adjusted, spark plugs and leads have been replaced, and two new brake calipers fitted to the rear. As a result the owner confirms the car drives as nicely as it looks. The interior is original and in opinion in well-preserved condition. A

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1987 JAGUAR XJS - GUY SALMON JUBILEE EDITION ● One of only 25 Guy Salmon Jubilee editions ● Well maintained with large history file

More a long-legged GT than a pure sportscar like its forebear, the XJS used the saloon platform and running gear of the XJ6/XJ12, debuting as a V12 powered coupé with six-cylinder and soft top versions following in the 1980s. Its 21 year production life was a testimony to the excellence of its basic design. The XJS’s superlative 5.3 litre motor developed some 295bhp in later fuel injected form and when allied to automatic transmission gave authoritative 150mph performance.

The XJS styling and presence was noticed by leading dealer Guy Salmon, who commissioned a limited Jubilee Edition of only 25 cars, of which only 10 are thought to survive to this day. Styling enhancements included four round headlights, a unique front grille, roof spoiler, extra chrome work, walnut veneer throughout the interior, and a Motolita sports steering wheel.

One of that run of 25, this Guy Salmon Jubilee was first registered in April 1987, finished in Westminster Blue over Silver, with a cream leather interior extended to the arm rests and door panels, also wilton carpeting.

This well-known example starred in Jaguar Magazine in the summer of 1999, in a feature entitled “XJS Specials, The Guy Salmon Jubilee”.

In 2017, after being dry stored for a few years, SIJ 149 was recommissioned, at a cost of £6,381. The Jaguar’s large history file contains a number of bills for works completed, older MoT certificates, also a hand-written account of the car’s history. Never known to have been welded, the XJS also benefits from a recently fitted windscreen and rubber. The XJS is offered with a current V5 , handbook, MOT until Sept 2024, and fitted car cover. The vendor has advised there is a small area

Registration Number: Chassis Number:

SIJ 149

SAJJNAEW3BC138652

of corrosion on top of one rear wing, and the headlining has partially detached and will require a some attention.

With just under 70,000 miles recorded, this exceptionally rare car makes an interesting alternative to more mainstream examples of the marque. £5000 - £6000

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1942 FORD GPW JEEP

The Ford GPW (commonly known as a Jeep or jeep, formally as the U.S. Army Truck, 1/4 ton, 4×4), and its Willys MB counterpart, are four-wheel drive utility vehicles that were manufactured during World War II. Produced from 1941 to 1945, the jeep evolved postwar into the civilian Jeep CJ, and inspired an entire category of recreational four wheel drive vehicles. The name “jeep” is generally believed to be derived from the Ford’s vehicle initials – GP.

In an aim to improve mobility for its forces, in 1937 the U.S. Army solicited proposals from domestic automobile manufacturers for a replacement for its existing, aging light motor vehicles. The Army formalised its requirements in the summer of 1940, and submitted them to 135 U.S. automotive manufacturers.

Initially, only American Bantam Car Company and Willys-Overland Motors entered the competition; Ford Motor Company joined later. After extended development and testing, a production contract was awarded to Willys. By October 1941, it became apparent Willys could not keep up with the production demand and Ford was contracted to produce additional units. The Ford car was then designated GPW, with the “W” referring to the “Willys” licensed design. During World War II, Willys produced 363,000 Jeeps and Ford some 280,000. Both the Willys MB and Ford GPW models were very effective on the ground, with many standardised features such as tyre sizes, 60bhp motors, a fuel can bracket on the left rear, provision for trailer lights, spark interference suppression, a blackout light system, twin top bows and sealed spring shackles.

Jeeps were used by every service of the U.S. military.

An average of 145 were supplied to Army infantry regiments. Jeeps were used for many purposes, including reconnaissance, gun towing, cable laying, saw milling, firefighting pumpers, field ambulances, tractors and with suitable wheels would even run on railway tracks.

Featured in Halberstadts’ book ‘Military Vehicles from WW1” (pages 164 to 165), this 1942 Ford GPW is understood by our vendor to have seen service in

Registration Number: Chassis Number:

XSK 114 76230

various theatres during the final years of the second world war.

An original and nicely patinated example, the Jeep has been a regular participant in many World War II memorial events and period displays. The Jeep is well featured with period radio aerials, rear passenger cushioning, canvas weather gear, rifle case, shovel and axe.

Supplied with an original maintenance manual issued by Willys Overland in 1942, and resplendent in the identity of 101st Airborne, the Screaming Eagles, this old war horse is an incredible reminder of heroic times. £19000 - £21000

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1934 AUSTIN 10 CABRIOLET

● One of only 25 Guy Salmon Jubilee editions ● Well maintained with large history file

Launched in 1932, the Austin 10 was to become the company’s best seller until the end of the 1930s, resuming in production through to 1947. The new ‘10’ used a pressed steel body on a cross braced chassis, with a lowered ride height of the car to improve roadholding. The ‘10’ was powered by a 1125cc four cylinder side valve engine (good for 21bhp!), with a four speed gearbox, half elliptic springs all round, and cable operated brakes were fitted. With a prevailing wind the ‘10’ could easily reach 55mph.

1933 saw the saloons joined by an open two seater or “Open Road” tourer, a “Colwyn” cabriolet and a van. A sports model, the 65 mph, 30 bhp “Ripley” joined the range in 1934. Mechanical upgrades for 1934 included a stronger chassis, synchromesh on the top two gears and 12 volt electrics. Styling changes came in late 1934, the radiator surround being replaced by one painted in the car’s body colour, and it was given a slight slope. Synchromesh was added to second gear and “semaphore” type indicators were standardised.

Popular with the general public, the Austin 10 also found favour with all branches of the armed forces.

First registered in the spring of to the Isle of Wight, “Lucy”, this delightful Austin 10 Cabriolet, was remarkably with just one keeper for the first 56 years of its life, finally changing hands in the 1990s. In new ownership the Austin enjoyed a body off restoration, and is now very nicely finished in two-tone shade of beige with darker front and rear wings, and brown leather interior trim.

Well known among aficionados of the marque, ‘Lucy’ has been a regular participant in many classic car runs, events and shows, sadly only becoming available due to the passing of the previous owner. A pleasingly simple car to own and drive, with the cabriolet roof open, this charming classic is the perfect companion for summer drives and shows. £8000 - £9000

Registration Number: Chassis Number:

AYU 666 G38952

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1952 AUSTIN A40 SOMERSET

The A40 Somerset was announced in 1952, essentially a re-bodied A40 Devon using the same basic mechanical components. Features new Transatlantic styling, reminiscent of the larger Austin A70 Hereford, the Somerset was designed to appeal to the lucrative American market predominantly. Initially offered as only a 4-door saloon, a 3-passenger 2-door convertible was introduced in late 1952.

In 1953 the Austin Motor Company produced a “special” version of around 500 Somerset saloons using the more powerful engine from the ‘sports’ model which incorporated twin SU carburettors in place of the single Zenith downdraught type. This vehicle featured different interior appointments and two-tone paintwork to set it aside from the standard offering. In 1954, after over 170,000 units had been produced, the range was dropped, to be replaced by the all new square look of the A40/50 Cambridge.

Finished in Cotswold Beige with a contrasting red vinyl interior, this attractive A40 has formed part of a larger classic car collection in recent years, which is now being downsized, hence the reason for sale.

Subject of an older cosmetic restoration, the A40 has more recently been dry-stored, and whilst running and driving, will benefit from some recommissioning. The vendor advises that the rear brakes have seized and so for ease of movement have been temporarily disconnected, Showing in the region of 55,000 miles recorded, and complete with current registration document, this classic British family car would make a fine summer companion for classic car shows and club events. £3000 - £4000

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Registration Number: Chassis Number:

GJG 268 TBA

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1986 CITROEN 2CV SPECIAL

● Subject to a much restoration work ● Finished in a classic Custard and Plum colour scheme

The Citroën 2CV or ‘deux chevaux’ (two horsepower) was an economy car produced by the French car maker Citroën from 1948-1990. It was technologically advanced and innovative but with uncompromisingly utilitarian and unconventional looks. Its deceptively simple Bauhaus inspired bodywork belied the sheer quality of its underlying engineering. It was designed to move the French peasantry on from horses and carts and is considered one of Citroën’s most iconic cars. In 1953, ‘Autocar’ in a technical review of the car, wrote of, “…the extraordinary ingenuity of this design, which is undoubtedly the most original since the Model T Ford”.

It was described by CAR magazine journalist and author L. Setright as “the most intelligent application of minimalism ever to succeed as a car.” It was designed for low cost, simplicity of use, versatility, reliability, and off-road driving. For this it had a light, easily serviceable engine, extremely soft, long travel suspension (with adjustable ride height), high ground clearance and for oversized loads, a car-wide canvas sunroof.

This delightful 1965 2CV Special has clearly been loved over the years, as shown by various service bills and detailed handwritten notes illustrating maintenance dating back to the early 1990s. More recently the 2CV has benefitted from detailed restoration works, using as the basic a replacement chassis, new panels, mechanical components and other items as required.

Several pages of invoices detail the various items acquired during the restoration.

The 2CV is finished very nicely in two-tone Custard over Plum, with a burgundy convertible roof and bright yellow retrimmed seating. These 2CVs are great fun, and a wonderfully usable classic icon, and none more so than this nicely restored example. Offered with a history file of bills and correspondence, older registration documents and current UK MoT certificate, this charming ‘deux chevaux’ comes highly recommended. £6000 - £7000

Registration Number: Chassis Number:

C992 ECK

VF7AZKA00KA079366

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1949 RILEY RMA SALOON

Launched after the end of World War II, the new RM series ran through several iterations of engine size and configuration. The last purely in-house model before the firm was absorbed into the BMC empire, the RMA was launched first as a 1.5 litre saloon, with the (lengthened) 2.5 litre RMB arriving a year later. With an extra 30bhp the RMB achieved a not insignificant top speed of 90mph in the hands of The Motor magazine.

The RMB was later replaced by the RMF, while the RMC and RMD were limited-runs; the former was a 2/3 seater roadster, with the latter being a four-seat drophead.

The RMA’s production ended in 1952 after seven years, to be replaced by the RME, until it was then replaced by the smaller Riley One-Point-Five in 1955.

First registered in July of 1949, this RMA has had just six private owners in the last 73 years, with the most recent since 2014. In recent years the Riley has been lightly used and garage kept when not on the road. The history file contains bills going back a number of years, and a UK V5C document. Having been stored in recent times, the RMA will no doubt benefit from light recommissioning before being used on the road once more.

Finished in two-tone cream over grey, the Riley has been subject to previous restoration works. The chassis appears to be solid, as does the coachwork,

Registration Number: Chassis Number:

DJT 566

39516747

and the interior has been retrimmed in the past. The vendor informs us that the ash frame has deteriorated in places and will require some attention.

With some further restoration, we are sure this will be a rewarding classic for the next owner. £3000 - £4000

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Index to Lots Lot

1972 Alfa-Romeo Spider Veloce

2000 Aston-Martin DB7 Vantage

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17

1953 Lagonda 3-Litre Coupe

16

1972 Lotus Elan +2 130

10

19

2006 Aston-Martin DB9 Volante 1981 Audi Quattro

12

1986 Audi Quattro

21

1995 Audi S2 Avant

28

1995 Audi S2 Coupe

24

1934 Austin 10 Cabriolet

35

1952 Austin A40 Somerset

1960 Bentley S2 Continental By James Young

1959 Bsa Road Rocket

36

1970 Ford Cortina Lotus 1942 Ford GPW Jeep

1970 Honda 400 Four 2005 Honda S2000 Coupe

1963 Jaguar Mark II 3.8 Saloon 1979 Jaguar XJS Coupe

1987 Jaguar XJS - Guy Salmon Jubilee Edition

1994 Jaguar XJS 4.0 Convertible

1982 Mercedes-Benz G-Wagen 430 V8

23A

‘Kastenwagen’

31A

1968 MGC GT

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Coupe'

15

Cabriolet

22

1949 Riley RMA Saloon

38

23

1986 Porsche 911 3.2 Carrera Sport

9

1999 Porsche 996 Carrera 4 Coupe

4

2023 Tiger GTA

25

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Pickup

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33

13

1989 Mercedes-Benz 300SL

1972 Porsche 911 2.4 'S' 'Oelklappe

1

6

1971 Mercedes-Benz 280SL

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1972 Jaguar E-Type Series III Fixed Head

14

1955 Matchless G3/L 350cc

1968 MGC "The Monster"

5

2

1953 Lancia Aurelia Series III

18

31

7

1970 Jensen Interceptor Series II

1983 Mercedes-Benz G-Wagon

3

1986 Citroen 2CV Special

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2007 Jaguar XK

1971 Triumph TR6

1996 TVR Chimaera 4.0 HC

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17. Data Protection a. We will hold and process any personal data in relation to you in accordance with our current privacy policy, a copy of which is available on our website.

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18. Liability a. Save as set out in these Terms and Conditions, we exclude to the fullest extent permitted by law all warranties and conditions, whether express or implied by statue, common law or otherwise. b. Nothing in these Terms shall operate to exclude or limit the liability of a party in respect of death or personal injury resulting from that party’s own negligence, for fraud or for any liability that cannot be excluded or limited under applicable law. c. No party to these Terms shall be liable to any other contract, tort (including negligence) or otherwise for any indirect or consequential losses, or for any loss of profits, loss of good will, loss of revenue, loss of business or loss of anticipated savings. d. Subject to Clauses 10.b and 10.c, our liability to you shall not exceed £5,000, unless your claim relates to an item sold through an Auction in which case our liability to you shall not exceed the greater of £15,000 or the Hammer Price for the relevant Lot. e. We will not be responsible or liable for errors and omissions to execute bids, caused by a loss of internet connection, a breakdown or interruption of the on-line bidding system, or a breakdown or failure of any internet connection, computer or IT system.

19. General a. No party shall have any liability in respect of any delay in performance or non-performance of its obligations under these Terms (other than an obligation to pay) owing to Force Majeure. If a party is affected by Force Majeure it shall notify the other parties as soon as reasonably possible, in any event within 5 days, and shall take reasonable steps to mitigate the effect of the Force Majeure. Subject to Clause 4.b, risk in the Lot remains with you at all times until risk passes to the Buyer. You will indemnify us and our employees and agents, and the Buyer (where applicable) against all losses, damages, claims, costs and expenses suffered or incurred as a result of any claim in respect of the Lot or proceeds of the sale of the Lot. b. Every person on our premises shall be deemed to be there at their own risk and, subject to clause 9.b, shall have no claim against us in respect of accident or loss, however caused. c. hese Terms are governed by in interpreted in accordance with the laws of England and Wales or the laws of Scotland or Northern Ireland if you live there). If you choose to bring proceedings in conjunction with these Terms you must do so in the courts of England and Wales, unless you live in Scotland, in which case you can choose to bring proceedings there, or in Northern Ireland, in which case you can choose to bring proceedings there. d. Any or all part of any term of these Terms that is found to be unfair or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction will be treated as deleted and the remainder of the Terms will continue to govern each of our respective obligations. e. ny notice from you to us must be sent in writing to us at our address detailed on our website. f. f you elect to collect the Lot from us you will bear all associated cost, expenses and duties.)

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1. Our Status a. You appoint us to act as agent to sell the Lots on your behalf by auction. b. You will pay us the Sellers Commission together with VAT at the prevailing rate. c. We will not include any Lots in an auction until they have been received by us. d. We will pay the Hammer Price, with Seller’s Commission, Loss and Damage Warranty and any other charges incurred deducted and applicable VAT applied at the prevailing rate, to you at 28 working days following the Auction in which the Lots are sold, or if later, 7 days after payment by the Buyer.

2. The Reserve a. We will agree with you the Reserve, which may be higher than the starting bid. b. We shall not publicise the Reserve. c. We may bid on your Lot up to an amount equal to the Reserve. You may not bid on your Lot under any circumstances, nor maySyou permit any person to bid on your lot on your behalf.

3. Seller’s obligations and undertakings a. You warrant to us and to the Buyer that: i. you are the sole owner of the Lot and that you have full right, title and authority to sell the Lot; ii. you have no reason to believe that it is a Forgery; iii. all Lots sold by you are sold to the Buyer with full title guarantee and free from all encumbrances; iv. you have provided to us all of the relevant information and documents in your possession or control concerning the Lot, including information about its authenticity, history, condition, prior ownership and all such information is complete to the best of your knowledge; v. if the Lot has been removed from a country outside the UK, all duties and taxes on the import of the Lot have been paid, all export and import declarations have been properly made; vi. you will pay any and all duties and taxes that may be due in connection with the sale of the Lot; vii. you have given us notice of any alterations to the Lot of which you are aware; viii. you may not withdraw a Lot from an Auction without our consent. b. If you withdraw a Lot from an Auction without our consent, you will pay to us 15% of the Lot’s estimate and any related costs within 14 days of such withdrawal. c. If the Buyer of your Lot decides to exercise their right to cancel, you agree that we shall be entitled to account directly to the Buyer for any applicable refund and we shall account to you for any sums retained on account of the Lot being damaged or tampered with by the Buyer. d. You will indemnify us and the Buyer in full on demand against all claims, costs or expenses incurred by us or the Buyer as a result of any breach by you of any of the obligations in this clause.

4. Loss and Damage Warranty a. All Lots held with us are covered by insurance against risk of fire, burglary, water damage and accidental damage except to glass. For this we will charge you 1.5% plus applicable VAT of the Hammer Price for the Lot or the value the Lot would have achieved as assessed by the Auctioneer. b. Subject to this, risk in the Lot remains with you at all times until risk passes to the Buyer. You will indemnify us and our employees and agents, and the Buyer (where appliable) against all loss damage claims costs and expenses suffered or incurred as a result of any claim in respect of the Lot or the proceeds of the sale of the Lot.

5. Anti-Money Laundering Regulations a. We are obliged to comply with Anti-Money Laundering regulations which apply to individuals and businesses who deal in the sales, purchases and storage of works of art with a value of €10,000 or more b. Sellers may be requested to provide photographic ID and proof of address documentation in advance of the Auction in which their Lot is to be offered in order to meet the requirements of the regulations.

6. Images and Illustration a. We will take (or authorise others to take) photographs, video and/or produce images of the Lot and will own all intellectual property rights in any such images and may use them for any purpose, and you warrant that there is no restriction on our ability to do so.

7. Unsold Lots a. If at the end of the Auction, your lot is unsold (other than because it was withdrawn) the Lot will be available for After Sale offers. b. Registered Bidders may contact us and offer to purchase a Lot after the Auction. If the bid meets or exceeds the Reserve, we may authorise the sale of your Lot without contacting you and the sale will be completed as if the Lot had been sold during the Auction. If the bid is less than the Reserve, we will contact you. If you accept the bid and wish to proceed, the sale will be completed as if the Lot had been sold during the Auction. c. You may contact us at any time after the Auction to remove your Lot from the After Sale process. d. Subject to agreement with us, your unsold Lot can be re-offered at a future Auction at a revised Estimate and Reserve or can be collected by you, you are responsible for collection and transportation arrangements and costs.

8. Withdrawn Lots a. If we withdraw a Lot from Auction, we will notify you and you will collect the Lot from us within 30 days of our notification. b.You are responsible for collection and transportation arrangements and costs.

9. Forgeries A. A sale shall be cancelled and the Buyer shall be entitled to a refund of both the Hammer Price and the Buyer’s Premium if a Lot bought by the Buyer through our Auction is shown to our satisfaction and within 14 days of the Auction to be a Forgery. b. If this is the case, you shall refund to us on demand, the total amount paid to you in relation to the lot plus any costs incurred by us or by the Buyer.

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Bidder Registration Form DORE & REES Auction Salerooms, Vicarage Street, Frome BA11 1PU Auction Date:

01373 462 257 www.doreandrees.com

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DORE & REES EST. 1868