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Trusted Auctioneers for over 30 years

1930 Brough Superior SS100

1960 Ferrari 250 GT SWB

Sold for £416,250

Sold for £7,425,000

March 2019

October 2015

One of just two auction houses to have ever sold both a car for over $10,000,000 and a motorcycle for more than $500,000

About H&H Classics

www.HandH.co.uk

Founded by Simon Hope and Mark Hamilton in 1993 H&H Classics has been continuously trading longer than any other UK or European auction house. In fact, you could say that we’ve reached classic status ourselves.

We believe that our expertise is unrivalled in the market for classic and collector motorcars and motorcycles, we also believe that our auctions speak louder than words so here are some highlights from over 30 years under the hammer.

We became one of only five auction houses ever to sell a car for over $11 million when we sold a 1960 Ferrari 250 GT SWB in 2015 and we’ve sold almost £2m of motorcycles in a single day at our motorcycle auctions. We’ve achieved world record prices for competition cars including a 1968 Lotus 49B and a 1996 Subaru Impreza WRC and we’ve had Royal success stories with The Queen’s Daimler, Prince Philip’s Lagonda and Princess Anne’s Bentley.

We also know that the value of a collectable isn’t just reflected in the sale price or a celebrity’s name. An Austin or a BSA can provoke a passion as strong as an Aston Martin or Brough Superior, so that’s why we operate at every level of the classic & collector car and motorcycle market.

In October 2021, H&H Classics became an EOT (Employee Ownership Trust). As such we are now not only Europe’s longest established auction house of its kind but the only one owned and managed by its employees.

By speaking to one of our specialists, you are dealing with one of the owners of the business and can be assured of the ultimate level of commitment and service. You’ll soon discover that we share your passion and buying or selling with H&H Classics will be an easy and enjoyable experience.

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H&H Classic Auctions Our live Classic Auction events are exciting multi-sensory experiences held throughout the year at stunning locations including the Imperial War Museum, Duxford, The National Motorcycle Museum and The Pavilion Gardens, Buxton. At a Classic Auction you’ll be able to see, feel, and even smell a whole host of classic cars and motorcycles before enjoying the buzz of bidding.

As a buyer you’ll have access to our in-house experts who can provide on-site advice, go through documentation and guide you through the process of bidding on your dream classic. As a seller you have the reassuring support of H&H throughout the valuation, consignment and after-sales process.

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H&H Classics, World Class Motorcars and Motorcycles in World Class Venues The Imperial War Museum | Duxford Europe’s largest historic aviation centre, IWM Duxford is not only home to some of the most iconic aircraft ever made but also to many of the skilled engineers and fabricators who keep them in the air. The magnificent AirSpace building makes for a fantastic auction hall with the likes of a Spitfire, Harrier and Concorde ‘overseeing’ the bidding. A stone’s throw from Junction 10 of the M11 motorway, IWM Duxford has hosted our highest grossing sale to date and witnessed numerous world record prices being set.

The Pavilion Gardens | Buxton A beautiful historic venue which superbly showcases the Victorian splendour of Buxton. Situated in the heart of this historic spa town the Pavilion Gardens is a wonderful example of the heritage that runs through the town. H&H Classics held its first auction at The Pavilion gardens in 1993. Motorcars are displayed in the stunning Octagon Hall and undercover in our marquees prominently displayed within the grounds of this beautiful venue.

The National Motorcycle Museum The National Motorcycle Museum is recognised as the finest and largest British motorcycle museum in the world and originally opened its doors in October 1984 with a collection of 350 motorcycles on display.

The Museum collection now boasts some 1,000 plus machines, fully restored to the manufacturers’ original specifications. Since opening, this magnificent centre attracts around 250,000 visitors a year.

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Imperial War Museum, Duxford

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Pavilion Gardens, Buxton

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National Motorcycle Museum, Solihull

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6 Steps to Selling at Auction Selling your classic or collector motorcar or motorcycle with H&H Classics is easy.

Our specialists will guide you through the whole process and you can choose exactly how involved in the detail you want to be.

Whether you’re consigning to one of our prestigious classic auctions or to one of our online auctions and whether you’re selling a stunning Ferrari or a practical classic we deliver the highest levels of service, professionalism and transparency.

Our passionate and knowledgeable specialists will provide you with an honest and accurate valuation born out of almost three decades of experience in the classic and collector auction market and will support you throughout the marketing and sales journey.

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Initial Contact Please contact one of our specialists using the online consignment form which you will find on the Value My Classic page on the H&H Classics website. Alternatively please feel free to call us on 01925 210035 or email sales@HandH.co.uk

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Consignment

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Pre-Auction

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Our quick and easy consignment process includes an initial conversation followed by one of our specialists visiting you to view your vehicle.

Your vehicle will benefit from our full range of marketing services including on and offline promotion, PR and social media exposure.

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After the Auction Swift and secure payments for over 30 years.

At the end of the auction, we’ll collect the payment and hold it in our ring-fenced account. We are authorised by the DVLA to process the V5C registration document on your behalf. You’ll then receive payment 14 days after the buyer’s fees clear.

Should your vehicle fail to meet your reserve price then we will continue to promote the vehicle and discuss any further offers with you.

Our charge to consign your motorcycle to our auction is either £50 or £100 and between £100 and £400 for cars.

All charges are subject to VAT.

Vehicle Prep & Delivery Please prepare your vehicle ready for sale with all relevant paperwork present, our transport partners are on-hand to assist with your delivery. Vehicles should be delivered to the auction venue on the allocated set-up day in a clean ‘ready for sale’ condition (live auctions only). Not applicable for online sales.

For payment of your fees, please use the below account:

Auction Day

BIC: NWBKGB2L

We will provide you with a catalogue for our live auction and complimentary entry on auction day should you wish to attend. Where a bid is accepted the auctioneer will sell the lot by the fall of the hammer.

Nat West, 23 Sankey Street, Warrington, Cheshire WA1 1XH Account Name: H&H Classics Client Account Account No: 58868984 Sort Code: 01-09-17

IBAN: GB20NWBK01091758868984

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5 Steps to Buying at Auction With the rapid-fire patter of the auctioneer, the subtle nods, raised hands or waved catalogues of the bidders and the echo of the hammer falling, a classic auction is an exciting place to be.

Even if you’re following and bidding online or by phone there’s still the thrill of the chase, the chance you could grab a bargain or beat another bidder to your prize.

H&H Classics’ classic auctions are always a great day out in great company. Our online auctions are conducted to the same high standards as our in-person events and your dream classic motorcar or motorcycle could be just a click or phone call away.

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Registration

Ways to Bid

When you arrive at the auction you will need to register as a bidder and provide photo identification. Online, telephone and commission bidders can register for an account at any time on the H&H Classics website.

In Person

Viewing

Online at HandH.co.uk

For our classic auctions we hold viewing days prior to auction day. Our online auctions enable viewing via the vendor by prior arrangement.

By Commission

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Bidding

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Payment

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Collection

Bidding options include in person at venue, by telephone, online and commission.

Payment for successfully purchased Lots is required by midday on the day following the auction and can be made by bank transfer, debit or credit card.

On the Phone

Ways to Watch In Person

Removal of Lots can take place once the auction has ended and up to 1pm on the following day. Collection of online auction Lots is arranged via the vendor.

Online at HandH.co.uk

On our Youtube Channel

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Benefits of Consigning Over One Million Website Visitors Each Year | Over 80,000 Social Media Followers | Over 30,000 Newsletter Subscribers

A rich and ongoing track record of outstanding sales success for over 30 years Established in 1993, H&H Classics has an enviable record of sales success for our clients for over 30 years who continue to consign for sale with H&H with new clients joining us every day. In 2022 H&H Classics sold over 1,000 vehicles at auction for a combined £20,000,000 with an impressive 74% sell through rate. Offering swift and secure payments to vendors throughout our history you can consign your valued classic with H&H with absolute confidence.

World class auction venues H&H is proud to hold our auctions in fabulous venues including the Imperial War Museum, Duxford, the Pavilion Gardens, Buxton and the National Motorcycle Museum, West Midlands.

Bidding is available live at the venue, online via our website, via telephone or by commission Our global audience - reach millions of classic motorcar and motorcycle buyers In addition to our traditional printed adverts your consignment will be showcased at our auction venue, in our professionally produced auction catalogue, online with our market leading website, via our social media platforms and on the following specialist classic motorcar & motorcycle websites:

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Our Motorcar Sales through the Decades 20s

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1929 Bentley 4.5 Litre ‘Le Mans’ Style Tourer Sold for £855,000 in October 2018

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1936 Bentley 4.5 Litre Vanden Plas Tourer Sold for £444,375 in March 2019

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1948 Bristol 400 Sold for £72,000 in October 2010

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All hammer prices are subject to the following Buyer’s Premium: Motorcars - 12.5% plus VAT

1954 Lagonda 3 Litre Drophead Coupe Sold for £337,500 in April 2016

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1960 Ferrari 250 GT SWB Sold for £7,425,000 October 2015

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1974 Ferrari Dino 246 GT Sold for £303,750 October 2019

Our Motorcar Sales through the Decades 80s

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1986 Ford RS200 Sold for £148,500 in March 2018

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1996 Subaru Impreza WRC 97 Sold for £230,625 in June 2017

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2000 Ferrari 360 Modena Sold for £61,875 in May 2021

2016 Jaguar F-TYPE Project 7 Sold for £99,000 in October 2020 All hammer prices are subject to the following Buyer’s Premium: Motorcars - 12.5% plus VAT

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Our Motorcycle Sales through the Decades 20s

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1922 Brough Superior SS80 ‘Old Bill’ Sold for £292,500 in October 2012

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1938 Vincent Rapide Series A Sold for £263,250 in November 2016

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1949 Velocette MK8 KTT Sold for £39,100 in June 2021

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All hammer prices are subject to the following Buyer’s Premium: Motorcycles - 15% plus VAT

1953 Vincent Black Shadow Sold for £74,750 in October 2021

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1969 Honda CB750 Prototype Sold for £157,500 March 2018

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1973 Triumph X-75 Hurricane Sold for £22,500 April 2020

Our Motorcycle Sales through the Decades 80s

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1981 Honda CBX1000 Sold for £20,250 in September 2020

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1998 Ducati 916 Sold for £11,500 in October 2021

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2002 Indian Chief Deluxe Sold for £11,250 in May 2020

2016 Triumph Thruxton 1200 R Sold for £8,437 in May 2020 All hammer prices are subject to the following Buyer’s Premium: Motorcycles - 15% plus VAT

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Preparing for Auction Check your vehicle for removable items (eg. cigarette lighters, radio fronts, tool kits, etc) and place in a bag Locate all documentation and prepare for handover

Valet your vehicle to as close to showroom-ready condition as possible Our transport partners are on-hand to assist with your delivery Remove excess fuel (classic motorcycle auctions only)

Seller Checklist

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Entry Form fully completed and signed

Vehicle History Files

Paid Entry Fee

Prepare Your Vehicle

Current V5 Registration Document / Logbook (if applicable)

Arrange Transport (classic auctions only)

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