Collectors' Cars, March 2021

21.03.21 Collectors’ Cars 0628 Auction Catalogue March 2021 Prestige marques from the 1930s to early-21st century modern classics

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June 2021 Collectors’ Cars, Motorcycles & Automobilia, Auckland Entries Invited

Following the tremendous success of our December Auckland auction at ASB Showgrounds Webb’s is once again seeking entries for our next Auckland sale. Invited are entries of prestige marques including Jaguar, Porsche, Ferrari, Mercedes, Maserati and Rolls-Royce, we are also seeking American and British classics including Mustang, Cadillac, MG & Landrover. Get in touch today for a complimentary auction appraisal.

1972 Ford Fairmont XYGT Shaker Price Realised $221,375 est $120,000 - $150,000

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Lot 21 2001 Ferrari 360 Modena est $160,000 - $200,000

Auction & Viewing Location

Sunday 21 March 2021 2.30pm Southward Car Museum Otaihanga Road, Otaihanga, Paraparaumu 5036 Specialist Enquiries Caolán McAleer Head of Collectors’ Cars 027 929 5603 caolan@webbs.co.nz Ian Nott Collectors’ Cars Specialist 021 610 911 ian@webbs.co.nz Condition Reports Denzel De Ruysscher Collectors’ Cars Administrator 09 529 5603 cars@webbs.co.nz Marketing & PR Christine Kearney Director of Marketing 027 929 5604 christine@webbs.co.nz Webb's

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The Team

Caolán McAleer Head of, Collectors’ Cars, Motorcycles & Automobilia

Ian Nott Consultant, Collectors’ Cars, Motorcycles & Automobilia

Caolán McAleer has been employed with Webb’s for over five years, he cut his teeth at auction houses and galleries in the UK and Ireland, bringing strong European knowledge to both Webb’s and New Zealand. Caolán has overseen many of Webb’s most successful Single-Owner auctions, his expertise in creative marketing and his dedication to client services will ensure the best possible results for you and your collection.

Ian has a background in classic cars, spanning almost four decades. Such experience has been honed in the United States, United Kingdom, Europe, Australian and Asian markets with a pronounced level of familiarity, making major contributions to businesses in these regions. Ian is an enthusiast in his own right and has a significant car collection, motor literature, and automobilia library.

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Viewing Times

Viewing Tuesday 16 March

10am - 5pm

Wednesday 17 March

10am - 5pm

Thursday 18 March

10am - 5pm

Friday 19 March

10am - 5pm

Saturday 20 March

10am - 4pm

Sunday 21 March

10am - 12pm

Auction Sunday 21 March

2.30pm

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Lot 11 1951 Jaguar XK-120 est $225,000 - $250,000

Foreword

Welcome to this Webb’s auction – our first auto sale of 2021, but yet another in New Zealand’s finest automobile asset: the Southward Car Museum.

Located on the Kapiti Coast, this is our third visit to this venue. On this occasion, we are privileged to offer more vehicles across a wider range of marques and price points than on our previous excursions. While COVID-19 has not been without its pain and difficulties, from an auction standpoint it has seen an increase in the number of people interested in buying or selling a classic or collectable vehicle – be it on two wheels or four.

Webb’s acknowledge that emotions often play a part in the decision – and that COVID-19 has been a time of much emotion – but we must also acknowledge that the market is currently buzzing! Whether our buyers have decided to fund that long-lusted after car or bike purchase, spend the money they’ve saved in lockdown, or just cashed in other investments, it appears to us that the allure of the driveable classic/collectable is powerful at present.

Enthusiasm is evident at a level not seen for a long time.

As always, we watch trans-Tasman activities with interest. Our December sale in Auckland saw strong prices and pent-up demand for investment cars from across the ditch. To some extent this has been driven (no pun intended) by the price levels such vehicles have enjoyed in the Australian market. In a Perth auction during February, an XY Ford Falcon GTHO Phase III sold for in excess of AUD $1 million! While we can’t offer an example such as the above, we are presenting a close relative in terms of an iteration: an XW Falcon GTHO Phase II. When did you last see one of these for sale?

For those who follow the uniquely Australian brand, Holden, we have two choice offerings. The first is a 1966 HSV GTSR VS Commodore, number 77 of 85 produced and understood to be one of only four still residing in New Zealand. The second is a 1969 Holden Monaro GTS which has been the subject of a comprehensive restoration. Featuring the more sought after and desirable 307 Chevrolet engine, the sale of such an icon is sure to delight the market and seller alike. At a more prosaic (but still far from common) level, the inclusion of a 15-window VW Kombi Wagon (reputedly the sole example in the country) will no doubt meet keen interest from affectionados of these unequalled vehicles. For folk with a penchant for anything British our inventory offers some truly unblemished and interesting models, such as a Rover 2000TC still exhibiting ‘first paint’ and in exemplary condition.

Similarly so is a Ford Cortina GT originally of Australian origin. With reputedly only 16 of this model left in the UK, an investment upside is obvious.

The Jaguar XK-120 is another vehicle with pronounced New Zealand history being at one time in the possession of famed local driver Ron Roycroft. Lastly, and the ‘best of British’, is the Mini Cooper S from 1969. It was delivered new in New Zealand and has a wonderful rally history – the likes of which we have not seen before.

This is but a snap shot of the sale contents. Given such quality, we anticipate bidding to be spirited to say the least!

Happy motoring. Stay safe.

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Lot 1

1955 Austin Healey BN1

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1955 Austin Healey BN1 Chassis no: 51416536 Engine no: 222568 Current registration and WOF est $80,000 - $120,000

When launched in 1952, the Austin-Healey 100 (also known as the BN1) became an instant success. As much as anything, this was due to its Gerry Coker drawn stylish lines, which remained the styling form for all ‘big’ Healeys until production ceased in 1967. Based upon Austin A90 mechanicals, the BN1 served up 94 bhp and 102mph from a 2660cc, four-cylinder motor. The car was simple and strong, with a frame comprising a pair of steel rails that ran the length of the chassis, passing beneath the live rear axle and below the front lower wish bones. The alloy and steel body was then supported by brackets that extended outwards from these main rails.

Motoring writers of the day loved the car; doyen of motoring journalist of the time, Griff Borgeson wrote, “Such high torque at low engine speed is one of the competition assets of the Austin-Healey.

Another is its durability”. A further enduring feature was its lay-down windscreen, which added much to the dashing streamlined look of a vehicle that was well ahead of its time.

The car that is presented for sale by Webb’s was sold new and first registered to a well-known Auckland merchant on 6 May 1955.

Subsequent owners total 11 (not counting dealers), which is fairly minimal considering a passing of nearly seven decades. Current keeper has owned it for 15 years. The car starts and drives well. The red paintwork along with the wire wheels and spinners all look the part. A tonneau and fitted cover prevail, as do a handbook, tool kit and spare keys along with a comprehensive file with photos. Steering wheel is original. A bar with Austin-Healey Club badge is frontmounted. Headlights have been upgraded in order to provide vision more suited to modern times, though to all intents and purposes they look the same. The lusty long stroke four-cylinder motor operates well with the three-speed all synchro gearbox. Overdrive enhances the economical high speed cruising abilities of the vehicle. In 1991/92 the car won several awards at Healey Club events, which is noted accordingly. Speedometer currently displaying 5,111 miles.

The mechanical and general condition of this BN1 would provide much in the way of analogue enjoyment to any purchaser, surpassing the mundanity regularly found in sportscars of the modern era.

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Lot 2

1965 Jaguar S-Type Chassis no: 1853086014 Engine no: 7B 55256-8 Current registration and WOF est $30,000 - $40,000

First introduced in September of 1963, Jaguar’s new S-Type was essentially a development of the Mark II combined with mechanical improvements from the Mark X. The most important change was the adoption of independent rear suspension similar to that of the E-Type and Mk10 saloon. As well as the usual improvements to roadholding and ride quality, the new rear suspension set-up enabled Jaguar's designers to move the rear seats back 3", creating more leg room. Other interior changes included a Mk10-type fresh-air heating and ventilation system, all-new seats with reclining backrests along with height and reach adjustors. There was also a much larger boot, similar in shape to the Mk10's, offering an impressive 20 cubic feet of luggage space. Despite possessing superior handling and greater range than the previous Mk2, the S-Type has tended to live in the shadow of its illustrious predecessor – and has tended to be undervalued relative to it.

The vendor of the example presented for this sale advises Webb’s that the car was delivered new in New Zealand and first registered on 30 March 1965. In 1968, 1971 and 2007 it changed hands before being bought by him. He comments: “I found this car through the website of the Auckland Jaguar Club and had it transported to Timaru. At that time the engine was going well but the car was not warranted and its registration was on hold. The brakes were not working. The paint was crazed with rust coming through. It had been a well-loved and driven car and was featured in the NZ Classic Cars special ‘Kiwi Cats: Jaguars in NZ’.

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It was a matching numbers car, complete even if shabby and I felt it was worth restoring. The stripping out began in December 2007.”

Over time a restoration was enacted which included being taken back to bare metal and all rust removed. The motor had been rebuilt in 1996 with 171,510 miles recorded. Since that time and up to 2007 only a further 15,990 miles had been added. The clutch was upon inspection found to be fine having only been rebuilt in 2004. The brake master cylinder an original, for this model was also rebuilt along with the vacuum servo. All major suspension components were stripped and powder coated. A new wiring loom was installed. Virtually all exterior trim was re-chromed including bumpers, over riders, grille and door handles and from an interior perspective the hand brake too.

In relation to this the wood – all original and matched to the car – was stripped and repaired where necessary. Wilton carpets were sourced and fitted. Epoxy Dulux ‘Opalescent Maroon’, the original colour of the car, was an inspired finishing touch.” Speedometer currently displaying 39,728 miles.

The above is a summation of the work that the vehicle has been subject to. A more comprehensive and detailed history is available upon request from Webb’s.

Our example boasts the desirable 3.8-Litre engine, coupled to a four-speed manual transmission with overdrive and wire wheels.

It is the perfect driver’s S-Type, supported by a quintessential colour scheme and sumptuous interior that only a sporting yet stately British automobile could offer. Performance and practicality at its best.

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Lot 3

2014 BMW 530d Motorsport Chassis no: WBA5D12000D287035 Engine no: 33408741 Current registration and WOF This Motorsport diesel variant with its outstanding six-pot engine delivers torque via a superb 8-speed automatic gearbox manipulated via alloy steering wheel paddles. With no clattering four cylinder distraction, the top speed of this car in Motorsport form is right up there indeed, too fast to disclose!

The first owner of this vehicle was so keen on obtaining one of these models that he ordered it and then flew to the BMW factory near Munich to physically see it built! Today, with only two owners and 70,000 kilometres, it is scarcely run in. ‘Heads up’ display screen is included along with 2 sport modes. To anyone contemplating long distance driving, a fuel consumption of 5litres/100 kilometres is a fair expectation. A full BMW dealer service history accompanies the car.

This car is a modern classic in the making!

est $30,000 - $35,000

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Lot 4

1968 Ford Anglia (GT Spec) Chassis no: 685989 Engine no: 31740 Current registration and WOF est $25,000 - $30,000

“Gone is the stiff proper look. Relaxed a bit is the new posture. The new Anglia is stylish enough that women refer to it as cute. Viewed in profile, its reverse slanted rear window gives a pertness, a tailored tweedy look that combines novelty with neatness.” So wrote Australian motoring journalist Art Railton back in April 1960 upon the launch of the new Ford Anglia.

Found in a barn in Paeroa in 1989, this New Zealand-new 1968 Anglia has been substantially modified (and certified) with the following ‘amendments’.

• GT conversion with pre-crossflow motor. 1558 cc • GT cam and head conversion • Mini Lite wheels • Lotus pistons • Cortina E Mk III close ratio gearbox • 3.54 Escort diff • Cortina front discs with adjustable suspension • Lowered rear suspension • Heavy duty shock absorbers • Spot lights Webb’s are assured by the current owner that this car is just great to drive. The gearbox is so very smooth and keeping up with modern traffic is effortless. Red interior is in excellent order. Two pot paint was applied in 2011. Additional gauges are installed. Mileage is 51,554 miles and may possibly be original.

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Lot 5

1969 Austin Mini Cooper ‘S’

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1969 Austin Mini Cooper ‘S’ Chassis no: 7A8OTO60795680288 Engine no: 9FXEY-52412 Current registration and WOF est $80,000 - $90,000

Totally engaging and never boring, the “S” nomenclature in Minispeak essentially denoted more power, better brakes and stronger engine components (a nitrided steel crankshaft for example). Made famous by four rally wins in Monte Carlo from 1964 to 1967, the Mini Cooper S was also used by the police in the United Kingdom, Australia and New Zealand as a high-speed pursuit vehicle. September 1965 marked the introduction of the Australian manufactured Cooper S, imported by BMC in CKD (Complete Knocked Down) form, and assembled using local components to an arguably improved specification – with wind up windows, pivoting quarter lights and Hydrolastic suspension.

Uniquely available here is a brilliant, Australian built Mini Cooper S presented in its original paintwork with a significant history.

The following is the story of the Cooper “S” known as “The Whitcoulls Mini”, as related by its current keepers, Rob and Bev Simpson: “DM 1035 (now WP4810) was originally purchased new by the Dunedin City Council for the princely sum of 840 pounds where it was destined to join three other Mini Cooper S on traffic patrol as “Q” cars. Once in service however, it was found though that the Minis went out of tune quickly and were forever breaking exhaust systems and engine mounts. This particular car, being the last bought, was put up for auction with 16 miles on her clock. Nicknamed Jessie, the car had come into the country unbadged and became an Austin (NZ) and not an Australian Morris Cooper.

Leo Bennett a MANZ (Motorsport Association of New Zealand) steward purchased her at the auction. Thus Jessie’s life as a race car was always on the cards!

Denis Ogle, a regular motorsport competitor, remembers the car being regularly on the track in Timaru driven by 2nd owner Ross Hudson. Hudson was a friend of Denis, and later became his navigator as Jessie gravitated from tarmac racing to rallies. Denis secured sponsorship from Whitcoulls for Jessie and another Mini in 1973. Unfortunately, he crashed out of the 1973 Heatway Rally in spectacular fashion. But with helicopter coverage of the incident, Whitcoulls continued their sponsorship, maintaining it was the best advertising they could get!

Denis’s girlfriend Diane then purchased Jessie at 60,160 miles and was persuaded to let Denis rally the car. At 74,000 miles Denis purchased the car himself, competing in the Marlboro Series, the 1975 Heatway Rally (finishing 32nd) the Pall Mall Rounds, the 1976 Heatway, along with the Ashley Forest and Club competitions before parting with her in 1978 (His navigator, John Rothery, wrote a series of notes on the rallies, which he called ‘From the Hot Seat’ which make for interesting reading). Several further owners followed, with one taking Jessie with him to Australia and back while he was in the Military.

We saw the car advertised For Sale in 1998. She had been ‘found’ by an enthusiast in the Wellington area where it had been sold on again to Trevor Barlow who had competed in the 1997 Dunlop Targa Rally. When we first saw the car it was stripped down, the motor out and in preparation for the 1998 event. The Targa is a 6 day rally on tarmac. With some 10 special stages per day on closed roads. The route at that time started in Auckland and ended in Auckland taking in Hamilton, Rotorua, Taupo, Whakatane, Tauranga. A bargain was struck and we purchased the car on the condition that Trevor and Rob enter Targa that October. We got the car repainted and Trevor organised all the sponsors.

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The following year, Rob and I did the Hamilton Car Clubs’ Waikato Tarmac rally as a shakedown to the main event. We had not done an event together before so were seeded last at 41st. Imagine our surprise when at prizegiving that night we won Most Improved Seeding having moved up to 21st place!

We competed in the 1999 Targa event too. On Day 3 our service crew did a motor and gearbox changeover in a farmer’s shed in 90 minutes. We missed several stages, only to re-join for one stage before a 2-hour lunch break. The camaraderie of the event was great.

We had a lot of fun.

Back again for the 2000 event. Unfortunately, on Day 1 a top ball joint broke and we hit a strainer post. The car was badly damaged.

It has thus taken some years to restore her back to new condition.

Initially, a friend said he could help but we were not impressed with the result so we made a decision to give her a full restoration. We had thought about putting her back as the Whitcoulls car the first time we painted her but went back to it’s original Indigo Blue / white top.

Scott Benn at SIB Classics Panel and Paint did all the work.

He started from scratch. Scott sandblasted then cut out any rust, de-seamed and then re-did it all in steel photographing his work as he went. One of our Mini Club friends, Chris Teesdale put it all back together for us. Chris made up the fuel and brake lines. All the parts under the car are new. He put the motor back in got the car running again. He did a wonderful job. We had contacted Whitcoulls at the start of the restoration but unfortunately by the time the work was finished, Whitcoulls were having their own troubles!”

It is understood that this is the last Cooper S to be placed in any International Rally, by winning its Class in the 1976 Heatway Rally held in the South Island. The owner/driver Denis Ogle was quick to point out that the win was in part due to the weather and the toll it took on the other competitors and while that might be true to a certain extent, I am sure that his driving played an important part; of the 98 starters, only 39 finished. British Leyland sent Denis a letter congratulating him on his Class win and stating the car would no longer meet with FIA homologation by the end of 1976 and sent him the Regs for a Mini 1275 GT Clubman.

Specifications: · 1300 cc worked engine, prepared by Ron Chatfield of Otorohanga with forged pistons and sealed rings from Swift Automotive in Christchurch · 1 inch twin SU carburettors, electronic ignition and Coby mufflers · 4 speed straight cut close ratio synchronised gearbox · Fully adjustable suspension · 10 inch alloy wheels with Dunlop tyres · Fitted half cage · Halda Twin Master timing and two stopwatches · Additional rally gauges · A set of original black plates and DVD of the restoration are also included This car is ready for regular driving; street legal or would make an ideal vehicle for someone contemplating historic rallying either here or offshore. Speedometer currently displaying 10,486 miles.

A wonderful and scarce piece of New Zealand motorsport history ready for its next outing!

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1969 Holden Monaro GTS

Lot 6

1969 Holden Monaro GTS Chassis no: HT11117SS Engine no: 30718321K105 Current registration and WOF est $225,000 - $250,000

Holden's first attempt at a sport coupe, the Monaro, proved so popular in its original HK guise that there was no question it would continue on. Surely enough, the facelifted HT series was introduced in May 1969. The most obvious external change was a revised grille made from ABS plastic, along with a more squared-off rear section featuring stacked tail lights. Although the Monaro range remained essentially as before, the Bathurst 327 was replaced by the new GTS 350, using Chevrolet's 350 small-block V8. This became Holden's new Bathurst hero, with Harry Firth masterminding the Holden Dealer Team operation for the first time: Colin Bond teamed up with Tony Roberts to score a fine win at Mount Panorama, with the pairing of Des West and Peter Brock finishing third. Most HT Monaros were equipped with the more prosaic 186 six-cylinder or 308 V8 once stocks of the imported Chevrolet 307 dried up. With automatic transmission gaining in popularity – not every Monaro owner was looking to go racing – even GTS 350 models were available with the Powerglide auto function. The GTS package added bonnet scoops, stripes and unique wheel trims, along with the option of houndstooth trim. Mechanical improvements made across the HT range included the adoption of neoprene rubber front suspension bushes to replace the old steel bushings on the HK. This resulted in a much more comfortable and quieter ride. The interior also received an update, with a new seat design, door trims and revised instrumentation featuring more conventional round dials in place of the HK's old strip speedo. Today, HK/HT/HG Monaros are reaching new levels of popularity with collectors, as they become properly appreciated for their place as a classic of trans-Tasman motoring history.

Delivered new in Timaru on 1 January 1969, the appearance of this car on the streets of this South Canterbury city would no doubt have created quite a stir. With only four ensuing owners, this is a rare vehicle to be found in this state. The current keeper was so enamoured with his find that he put it through a comprehensive restoration, courtesy of highly competent local shop, The Surgery.

Resplendent in Daytona Bronze and relevant black striping, it has retained its original (and arguably more desirable) 307 cubic inch Chevrolet V8 (reconditioned). The vehicle also features original Powerglide transmission, internal vinyl, boot mat, handbook, hubcaps and key! In the interests of driver comfort, power steering from the HT Holden Premier/Brougham models has been added, along with electronic ignition. The restorative process involved aciddipping of the body and a re-balancing of the drive shaft. A CD of all work comes with the sale of the vehicle. Speedometer currently displaying 38,320 miles.

A one-off opportunity presents itself here, with this Monaro GTS one of only 122 examples of this specific and predominately original genus still gracing New Zealand roads. In Australia it is not uncommon for V8s to be transplanted in to more mundane Monaros, with prices asked being close to those with the real deal.

Finding one in this condition with a largely known provenance with matching numbers is highly infrequent both from a driving and investment perspective.

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1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph Chassis no: SCALA61EXCH01202 Engine no: 60501661 Current registration and WOF est $50,000 - $60,000

The Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph was unveiled to the public on at the Geneva Motor Show 3rd March, 1998. Replacing the Silver Spur, which had ended production in 1997, all Seraphs were hand-built at the Rolls-Royce factory in Crewe, England. The car had a base price of £155,175 in the UK and was powered by a 5.4 litre aluminium alloy BMW V12 engine, making it the first twelve-cylinder Rolls-Royce since the 1939 Phantom III. Standard electronics included digital engine management, adaptive ride control and anti-lock brakes.

Aside from the radiator grille, badges and wheels, the Rolls-Royce was externally identical to the contemporary (but twin turbocharged) Bentley Arnage, sharing both its platform and bodyshell. Inside, the Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph and the Bentley Arnage were similar but nevertheless quite distinct from one another. In the Seraph, the gear selector was column-mounted and the gauges followed a traditional Rolls-Royce layout (for example, there was no tachometer). In both cars, the seats and dashboard were upholstered in Connolly leather, with dashboard trim and folding picnic trays for rear passengers plus a glossy burr walnut veneer. The Royal Automobile Club (“RAC”) rated the Silver Seraph at 7.6/10 stating, “it marks a new start for RollsRoyce in their quest to once more be recognised as manufacturers of the world’s best cars”.

The example presented here at Webb’s was delivered new in the UK, probably in 1998. However, the factory build sheet refers to it as of 1999 build, which is consistent with its recorded year of registration here in New Zealand. Regrettably, no UK history is available. Local ownership is with two keepers, the latest, since 12/10/2009, and the former and importer until 21/09/2007. Current service work has been carried out by a renowned Auckland marque independent shop with receipts for work accomplished. Mileage is 98,600 miles.

Resplendent in Deep Acqua paint (#9560019) with dark blue carpets and Magnolia trim, it is not hard to see the sheer luxury that only a vehicle from Rolls-Royce can engender. The back seats demonstrate minimal wear. The woodwork is pristine. The air conditioning is operational, and the tyres have plenty of wear still. The BMW 5.3 litre V12 motor used in the Seraph was licenced by Rolls-Royce and fires the vehicle dependably upon first turn of the key.

In a couple of spots, some wearing of the paint can be seen, but they are not substantial. In the overall scheme of things the demeanour of the car is well belied by the mileage. Only 1,570 Seraphs were built in total before production concluded in 2002. This vehicle therefore presents a unique opportunity to acquire a great example of the world’s benchmark for motoring quality.

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Lot 8

1995 Cadillac Eldorado Chassis no: 1G6ET129XSU602854 Engine no: Covered Current registration and WOF est $12,000 - $15,000

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“You just can't beat a Cadillac from this era with the North Star engine. They last forever, have great acceleration and still get decent gas mileage. The ride is superb, it's like traveling down the road in your favourite easy chair.” So wrote an American motoring journalist about a 1995 Eldorado that he had inherited from his grandmother!

The 1995 Eldorado was available as a coupe, with trim levels consisting of the base and Touring (ETC - Eldorado Touring Coupe). Both were powered by a 4.6-liter V8 mated to a 4T80-E electronically controlled four-speed automatic transmission with a viscous converter clutch. The engine offered 275 horsepower (up from 170 HP the prior year thanks in part to the new fluid induction system the Northstar received in 1995). The ETC version had a 300 horsepower rating.

The Eldorado received a new front and rear fascia, a chrome grille with body-colour perimeter, and a new integrated wreath-andrest emblem. Other new features included the fog lamps integrated into the front fascia, body-colour rocker, and lower door mouldings came one-piece, with re-designed 16-inch cast-aluminium wheels with a diamond-cut finish and seven-spoke pattern.

Originally sold new in Japan this example was registered in New Zealand in September 2017. Finished in a choice green hue and with 91,000 recorded miles this Eldorado is ready for its next owner to jump in and drive! An archetype sales brochure correct for this model and year is also included.

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1986 Cadillac Eldorado Chassis no: 1G6EL5787GU610876 Engine no: Covered Current registration and WOF est $10,000 - $12,000

The Eldorado was a premium luxury car manufactured by Cadillac from 1953-2002, spanning 12 generations in the process.

The eleventh generation of Cadillac Eldorado, as presented here, was introduced for the 1986 model year, and was offered exclusively as a two- door coupe. Powered by a range of V8 engines, the 11th gen Eldorado was in production until 1991.

Bearing just 37,000 miles this example was registered in New Zealand in September 2014. With a clean and tidy appearance both inside and out the vehicle can be noted as a splendid example of American luxury at an affordable price. Some service books accompany the sale.

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Lot 10

1986 Rover Vanden Plas SD1 Series II (V8) Chassis no: RRFWV3CM332316 Engine no: 39A 00826 Current registration and WOF est $20,000 - $25,000

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The Rover SD1 was a luxury four door hatchback that was built by British Leyland’s Rover division from 1976-1986. Despite some issues, it was named European Car of the Year in 1977. There were several iterations along the way before the ultimate SD1 came to market in 1980, with the intriguing ‘Vanden Plas’ name plate and unique leather trim. Further enhancing the brand was a facelift in 1981 that concentrated on dash board design, with an additional wood trim creating an upmarket ambience. The exterior was not forgotten with chrome-ringed headlights, deeper rear-window, a rear wiper and new wrap-around bumpers. Over a decade’s lifespan some 30,3345 SD1s were manufactured.

The example included in our sale is finished in the stunning colour of Oporto. Whilst being UK-assembled, it was delivered new by the Leyland dealer at Raumati Beach in August 1986. Since then it has travelled some 178,000 kilometres via just four owners.

Engine output is assessed at 300 bhp the consequence, of some boring and stroking including a Holly carb and Edelbrock manifold with Neoprene bushes in the suspension. A rear wiper is in situ along with a sunroof. Woodwork is very tidy. Original decals remain beneath the bonnet. The only part of the car that is inoperable is the air conditioning which according to the current owner has been like that “forever”! Transmission is 5-speed manual.

Once a common sight on our roads, it is now a rarity. Finding another in comparable condition would be a hard ask indeed.

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1951 Jaguar XK-120

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1951 Jaguar XK-120 Chassis no: 660836 Engine no: W3423-7 Current registration and WOF est $225,000 - $250,000

Manufactured between 1948 and 1954 the gorgeous Jaguar XK-120 was the iconic British brand’s first sports car since the SS-100.

Although it later also became available as a fixed or drop head coupe, it was initially launched as an open two-seater at the 1948 London Motor show where it caused such a stir that Jaguar’s founder William Lyons immediately put it into production.

The first 242 cars had hand-made wood-framed bodies with aluminium panels which when combined with its 3.4L XK I6 engine gave the sports car a 120mph top speed (hence the 120 nameplate) and made it the world's fastest production car at that time. To meet demand production switched to the heavier all-steel set-up in 1950.

While the XK-120’s style and grace attracted global attention (actor Clark Gable bought a 1949 model), the sports car’s pace meant that the XK-120s were also highly successful in racing and rallying.

The XK-120 (chassis C 660836) available at auction originally landed in New Zealand in 1952. Auckland resident Bob Greenwood bought the car from Shorters’ and then later sold it to well-known local motoring identity Harry Chatteris. Both Chatteris and fellow race driver Ron Roycroft drove the car with some success.

Over the next 20 years the car changed hands on several occasions before ending up in Opunake, where it was rescued from a paddock in 1971 in a dilapidated but surprisingly still roadworthy condition by Robyn and Russell Standish.

In 1984 the vehicle was treated to a comprehensive back-tobare-metal restoration largely done by Russell. Some work had been undertaken prior to their ownership which appears to have included an engine swap but just when and why are unclear.

The XK-120 presents itself with a lovely patina of age. Whilst the Signal Red paint displays some minor distress in places, few would be sufficiently concerned enough to attend to it immediately.

Likewise, the leather seating also shows a need for care at some future date but this in no way affects the obvious pleasure of the car.

The hood raises easily and is in a fine state considering that it was re-built 15+ years ago and adding to the charm of this XK-120 are wire wheels that are shod with minimally worn Bridgestone tyres.

The original four-speed gearbox is in situ along with a leatherbound steering wheel and front spot-lights and a “belted” bonnet all contrive to truly look the part. A duplicate handbook, luggage rack (not affixed), original workshop manual and sundry tools are all present. Miles are recorded as 11,941.

It is due to the thoughtful stewardship of Russell and Robyn over all those intervening years since 1971 that we can all still enjoy the vision of one of Jaguar’s finest. A true family treasure and well documented piece of post-war New Zealand motoring history.

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1970 Ford XW Falcon GT-HO Phase II

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1970 Ford XW Falcon GT-HO Phase II Chassis no: GL3116C Engine no: JG33KM14981 Current registration and WOF est $400,000 - $450,000

A bit like a race car, the Ford Falcon GT-HO was right up there with the best of them, a homologation special in the finest Bathurst tradition. When Ford launched the facelifted XW Falcon range in 1969, the GT heralded new levels of performance thanks to the 351-cid Windsor V8, a twin-plate clutch, limited-slip diff, power-assisted front disc brakes and 36-gallon fuel tank, plus a full complement of instruments. With trademark ‘Super Roo’ stickers and twin driving lights, the Falcon GT was the most severe looking Falcon – and it was the legendary GT-HO variant that gave Allan Moffat his first Bathurst victory.

The abbreviation HO stood for ‘Handling Option’, and the XW GT came with a rear anti-roll bar fitted. There were some important changes under the bonnet as well: a bigger Holley 750 cfm carb, reprofiled camshaft, revised intake manifold and altered valves and lifters.

All 1969 GT-HO Falcons (retrospectively tagged Phase I) used the Windsor block before Ford switched to the higher-revving Cleveland block the following year. Dependent on the source, the first 110 (some say 50) GT-HOs manufactured in 1970 were interim cars built prior to the official introduction of the Phase II; only cars made between May and October 1970 were built to the ultimate specification: a closeratio gearbox, 31 spline axles, twin-point distributor and 5-slot rims being the prime variances. The result was a massive 300 bhp and 380 lb/ft of torque, making the GT-HO the quickest Aussie muscle car at the time, with 0-100 km/h times of 6.5 seconds and an ability to run the standing quarter mile in 14.4 seconds.

Unlike previous models, the XW GT was launched at the same time as the rest of the Falcon range, and was therefore viewed as virtually a production model rather than a special run. In addition to the handling options referred to above, the cool (for the period) styling included a hood scoop to cool the brake master cylinder, blacked out bonnet segments with pins, twin driving lights as well as front and rear spoilers. Never easy on the gas, a 164-litre fuel tank was installed and serviced by an aggressive filler cap. Five-slot mags were the order of the day, with the finishing touch being a side stripe featuring the tyre smokin’ Super Roo kangaroo! Retail price was AUD$4,790.

The example as presented for sale here by Webb’s was delivered new by Falconer Motors, Ford dealers in Toowoomba, Queensland.

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Australia which sets out the build data of the vehicle.

“From our records, we are able to advise you that this vehicle was built to the following specifications:” Build Specifications Serial Prefix: JG33KM Serial Number: 14981 SIDO: 970444 Model Code: 18939- XW Falcon GT H.O. 4 Door Sedan Engine Code: H – 351 CIO High Output Transmission Code: L- 4 Speed Floor Manual- All Synchro Paint: M - Reef Green (Metallic) Trim: K – Dark Saddle Options: 03 – Front Seat Belts – 2 Lap/Sash (Mandatory)

11 – Tinted Windshield – Banded Laminated

71 – Pushbutton Radio 10 Transistor Tyres: 46- ER70 × 14 RSW – Wide Oval Radical Ply Date of Manufacture: July 1970 Retailer Dealer: 1457 – Falconer Motors, Toowoomba, QLD Production figures Ford XW Falcon GT H.O 4 Door Sedan Description: Total Total Build: 431 Engine: 431 Tranmission: 431 Paint: 41 Trim: 25 Vehicle Options: 2 46

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From a New Zealand perspective, we know that the car arrived and was registered in Wellington on 3 September 1986. Its first owner kept it for less than three months. The vehicle then moved to Auckland where it appears to have passed through the hands of several dealers before being sold in 1990 to a gentleman resident in the Bay of Plenty, who has owned it continually since. He has been fortunate that servicing over the intervening years has been undertaken by a local mechanic who worked for a Ford dealer in Australia when this model was released, and thus had a rare degree of knowledge applicable to this particular car. A short test run was impressive to say the least Webb’s are assured that this car is in top mechanical condition, with a similarly excellent interior condition aside from a paint nick on the lid of the transmission tunnel storage box. In terms of exterior paintwork, there is little to complain about; this is one of only 20 iterations presented in Reef Green. The tyres are excellent. Some tools are also resident. The car is listed (we believe) with the GT Club. Mileage is 122,000 miles. At some stage of its past life, the engine block has been replaced. The reasons for this are unknown, though the vendor has stated, “the replacement is as far as we are aware a genuine phase 2 spec block/engine which was in the car when purchased. I can’t answer for what happened in its past life.” The assumption is that this replacement most likely occurred in Australia.

The opportunity to own one of Australia’s greatest super cars arises but rarely. Finding one in this condition with a good service record and displaying fine overall condition borders on the miraculous. Lucky next owner!

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1963 VW Deluxe Kombi Micro Bus

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1963 Volkwagen Deluxe Kombi Micro Bus Chassis no: 991008 Engine no: AE 148796 Current registration and WOF est $100,000 - $120,000

The vintage Volkswagen Kombi holds a special place in the heart of many kiwis. Once loved by hippies, surfers, travellers and backpackers, the iconic vehicle often sparks happy memories of simpler, more carefree times.

The Kombi, officially known as the Volkswagen Type 2 Transporter, was introduced in 1950 and picked up numerous nicknames including ‘microbus’, ‘minibus’, ‘kombi’. It enjoyed great popularity during the 1960s, hippie era.

The first model was the Commercial (a van) and the Kombi (with side windows and seats) but variants such as the Microbus, Deluxe Microbus and ambulance were soon added. A single-cab ute was available from 1952. From 1955 it received a tailgate. Engines started with the Beetle's 18kW 1.1-litre air-cooled flat-four. In 1953 this was upgraded to a 22kW 1.2-litre version, and to 30kW in 1959.

The 1963 model introduced a 38kW 1.5-litre engine, upped to 40kW from 1967. The Type 2, along with the 1947 Citroen H Van, are among the first forward-control vans in which the driver was placed above the front wheels – a configuration that soon started a trend in Europe.

The ‘split screen’ ended production in 1967, superseded by the ‘bay window’ range.

Finished in baby blue paintwork, this is a beautiful example of a 15 window Deluxe Microbus from 1963. Built in Germany (probably Hanover) and therefore left-hand drive, the vehicle spent most of its life in the US before being shipped and sold in the United Kingdom.

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edition of Volks World Camper & Bus (a wonderful but lengthy article available from Webb’s on request). It then migrated to New Zealand, being registered here on 13 August 2014.

As for ownership history, the bus was built in Germany, sold in Arizona, then moved to California where it was used to transport folk from a hotel to the beach and back. In 2005 a lady resident in the United Kingdom bought it for her son. From there it went to a man in Lyme Regis who had it sprayed but never used it. Evidently, the next owner sold it to our New Zealand vendor. A proper German 15-window vehicle is a rarity. This example is especially so, as it is complete with Deluxe extras: coat-of-arms push button steering wheel, coat hooks, middle folding bench seat, jail bars, and all of the Deluxe only bumper and side vent trims. Mechanical and suspension work was additionally undertaken circa 2008, essentially all handled by wellknown independent British marque shop, Type Two Detectives.

Seating has been attended to as well, with light grey German vinyl and thick black hardwearing carpet in situ. Speedometer currently displaying 42,785 miles.

The vendor has assured Webb’s that the vehicle is still mechanically A1, and has been serviced annually by a “specialist air-cooled mechanic”. No repairs have been necessary during the eight years the vehicle has been in New Zealand. There is no rust.

We understand that this example is the sole 15 window micro bus existing in New Zealand today, representing pronounced investment potential both locally and internationally.

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Lot 14

2010 Toyota Century Chassis no: GZG50-0008863 Engine no: Covered VIN: 7AT0H61RX20008863 Current registration and WOF est $40,000 - $50,000

Called the "Century" because it began production in 1967, exactly one hundred years after the birth of the founder of Toyota. It says Toyota on the badge, but it's not made by Toyota's factories. The cars are largely hand-made at a dedicated plant in Yokosuka. The metal for the bodywork is polished before paint even goes onto it.

They use substantially more mass of paint; it's comparable to vintage Mercedes-Benz back when they were “made like tanks.” Kanto Auto Works build every Century to order, so it is personally yours. If you want comparable production methods, you would have to go a few rungs up the ladder and compare it to a Rolls-Royce Phantom, Bentley Mulsanne, or similar. Those cars are all above USD$300,000, so the Toyota Century, under half that price, possesses a certain amount of value. It is a traditionally craftsman-made car with no embellishment over its name and heritage, manufactured for a fair price.

The Toyota Century is usually ordered in exactly the way that preserves this modesty intact. It is typically equipped with lace curtains instead of tinted windows for the backseat passengers. The curtains provide privacy more thoroughly than tints and are believed to generate less attention. Leather usually means luxury to an American, but to a Japanese buyer the soft creak of the leather seating surface breaks the complete silence that might otherwise be enjoyed, with the smell of leather not usually considered pleasant to Japanese tastes thus seats in a Century are consequently usually ordered in New Zealand wool cloth! Colours are theoretically unlimited, because the factory will make any colour the buyer requests, but in practice the buyer never intentionally defiles his or her Century with a gaudy paint job and sticks to conservative black or grey on the outside, with royal blue, black, burgundy, or dark brown interior colours.

The target market for the Century, apart from its obvious appeal to the Royal Family and Japanese dignitaries is because it’s inimitable Japanese-ness, is tailored towards hardworking executives who have strived for the greatest part of their lives with the dictate of honest prosperity uppermost. The literature surrounding the car states that "the Century is acquired through persistent work, the sort that is done in a plain but formal suit.” Enough said!

The example covered here by Webb’s was registered upon its arrival from Japan on 28 September 2020. For the vendor finding a Century did not just mean “any” Century as his search developed in to a 12- month long process. Six of those months were spent trawling Japanese car auctions in order to source a six-speed example with the wool interior and fender-mounted mirrors. Whilst recorded as a Grade 4 vehicle and in an impressive condition when it reached our shores he has subsequently pushed the boat out somewhat so as to bring it as close as possible to concours condition including the underside which is immaculate in the extreme. All fluids were changed too and worn mechanical components replaced using original parts. Additionally, the process included involved lacquer work improvement undertaken, by GT Refinishers who’s brief was to bring the clear coat up to original, as new condition with final detailing and ceramic coating then entrusted to OCD. Speedometer reads 114,990 kms.

The end result is an automobile that would do justice to and bring a sense of pride to any industrious executive Japanese or otherwise!

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1981 Mini Leyland HL Chassis no: XNFAB18PB8034103 Engine no: Not Known Current registration and WOF est $10,000 - $15,000

Produced by BMC from 1959-2000, the Mini is considered the motoring icon of the ‘60s with its space saving front wheel drive influencing a generation of manufacturers.

Delivered and registered in New Zealand in June 1981 this restored Mini is fitted with a 1275cc motor. The relevant certification accompanies this change. The interior trim has also been altered with an immersion of the dash in aluminium. This has been handled in a professional manner and does not look at all out of place. Residing on Mini Lite wheels, a second time around mileage of 44,651 kilometres is noted.

One of the UK’s finest at a fine price.

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1959 Morris Minor Traveller Chassis no: 764647 Engine no: 365647 Current registration and WOF est $40,000 - $50,000

The Morris Minor debuted at the London Motor Show on 20th September 1948. Between then and its discontinuance in 1971, more than 1.6 million of its variants were manufactured. Originally conceived in 1941, it was, however, the overall concept and vision of Alec Issigonis that produced a practical, economic and affordable car for the post-war general public that would equal, if not surpass, the convenience and design quality of a more expensive vehicle. In later years, he stated that he wanted to create an economy car that “the average man would take pleasure in owning rather than feeling it was something he was sentenced to. People who drive small cars are the same size as those who drive large cars and they should not be expected to put up with claustrophobic interiors”.

Registered new in Christchurch on 9th December 1959 to Frances Valentine, then to a dealer in Takapuna on 6th April 1966, the car then passed through a couple of North Shore (Auckland) dealers prior to being bought by a gentleman on 29th August 1983. His wife used it as a daily driver for many years carting their four children to their various activities around the city. After such years of use, it was then treated to a 10-year bare metal restoration by a BMC trained mechanic, the work being completed in 2015. All components were reconditioned or replaced including those of a mechanical nature.

The paintwork was also part of this extensive exercise and is true to its original blue colour. Looking like a new car! They then sold the Morris at a Webb’s auction in 2019 where the buyer fitted a new starter motor about a year ago, with PSM Motors completing some general work on the brakes.

For someone seeking a prime and rare example of the Morris Minor genre, it is our view that to find one in this condition would be nigh impossible. Indeed, while we were photographing the vehicle, we were surprised at the number of people that came and expressed their fond memories of owning such a model. The car can be reliably driven on a daily basis and also lends itself well for use in a promotional business sense. Its 948cc engine and 37 bhp make driving from a bygone era a real pleasure! Many service records available and original ownership papers accompany the sale along with some spare parts. Speedometer reads 55,503 miles.

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1983 Porsche 930

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1983 Porsche 930 Chassis no: WPOZZZ93ZDS000372 Engine no: 67DO392 Current registration and WOF est $280,000 - $380,000

Through the decades, much of the Porsche 911's development had resulted from the factory's racing program. It was the period Group 4 homologation rules, which required 400 road cars to be built, that spurred the development of 'Project 930': the legendary 911 Turbo. In production from April 1975, the Turbo married a KKK turbocharger to the 3.0-liter Carrera RSR engine in road trim, a combination that delivered 260bhp for a top speed of 155mph. But the Turbo wasn't just about top speed, it was also the best-equipped 911 and amazingly flexible. With a 4- speed gearbox, it was capable of moving from a standstill to 100mph in 14 seconds!

What set the 911 Turbo apart from its peers was the relaxed way this astounding performance was delivered. Roger Bell of Motor Magazine compared the Turbo to similarly quick 'he-man' cars, such as the Cobra 427 and the Ford GT40. He reckoned that what made the Porsche so different was that it, "hurls you forward with similar velocity but in an uncannily quiet and effortless way. To be shoved so hard in the back that you need high-back seats to keep your head on, yet neither to feel nor hear anything more than a muffled hum, is a very odd sensation indeed in a car."

Although the Turbo's characteristic flared wheel-arches and 'tea tray' rear spoiler had already been seen on the Carrera model, the car's interior was the most luxurious yet seen in a 911 – featuring leather upholstery, air conditioning and electric windows. For 1978 the Turbo's engine was enlarged to 3.3 litres, gaining an inter-cooler in the process. Power increased to 300bhp and the top speed of what was the fastest-accelerating road car of its day went up to 160mph.

For the 1983 model year, D-series 930 (production of which began in September 1982), a series of key developments were introduced. Porsche’s revised Type 930/66 engine was no larger or more powerful than before, though it did offer some useful extra torque (up to 318lb-ft from 303lb-ft at an unchanged 4000rpm). A wastegate exhaust system was added, and the Bosch K-Jetronic injector came with a new warm-up regulator. 1080 of these D-series derivatives were built, a slight increase on the previous year.

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The example of the 930 that Webb’s are selling is unique. Its owner is well-known and respected motor racing personality, Ray Williams. Imported from Bahrain in 1987 by John Free, the car was subsequently purchased by Williams from Sir Colin Giltrap on 26 September 1988. Three days after its purchase, Ray won his first race in it at Pukekohe – in the Porsche Club of New Zealand BridgestonePorsche Racing Series. This was to be the first of his many victories with the car.

The total list of competition victories for this car stands at 155 (believed to be a World Record). This includes winning the Bridgestone-Porsche Race Championship outright in 1990, as well as the Sports and GT Championship twice in 1990 and 1995. The car's 100th victory was at Whenuapai on 28 February 1999.

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Wellington Street Race, December 1990

Ray Williams and the 930 breaking the NZ land speed record, Goudies Road, Reporoa, 16 March 1996

Wellington Street Race, December 1992

Whenuapai Wings and Wheels, 25 February 1996

Ray Williams with wife Katey Williams, Whenuapai Wings and Wheels, (100th win), 28 February 1999

Not content with merely racing the car, Ray attained the New Zealand Land Speed Record with it and several other awards to boot. The records themselves are something of a saga. The vehicle has completed 20 New Zealand Land Speed Record runs in total, each run at speeds above 300 km/hr. The first was at Waitakaruru on 31 October 1995 (where the late Rodger Freeth had set the record using a Lola Indy Race Car). With eight runs on a wet and windy road, a road car record of 285 km/hr was achieved.

On 16 March 1996, another wet and windy day, Ray Williams set the FIA-recognised New Zealand Outright Land Speed Record at 316.929 km/hr at Goudies Road, Reporoa. Several other records after 12 exciting speed runs, some of which were undertaken in torrential rain. In Ray’s own words, “We managed 12 consecutive runs, but the wet road caused wheelspin, even at 320 km/hr. The in-car telemetry had us close to our aim of 350 km/hr, but 'slippage' meant that we couldn't reach our desired goal.” Today, the vehicle still holds many FIA certified New Zealand Records. including ‘Outright Speed over the Measured Mile for a Road Registered Car’ and ‘Standing Start Kilometre and Mile.

Ray had this to say about the vehicle, “This 1983 3.3 litre Porsche 911 Turbo has enjoyed a rather spectacular racing history as well as being a much-loved daily road car. From commuter travel, to touring the North and South Islands, to success in racing on most of NZ’s favourite circuits and in street races, the car is a magnificent example of Porsche engineering at its finest. The car was retired from active duty after the NZIGP race meeting 7 May 2011, and has more recently been returned to road trim with cage removed, leather refurbished, seats restored and heaters fitted to the front seats.

The gearbox has also been changed to a later model 5 speed, with smoother synchro’s, and a hydraulically operated clutch, instead of the heavy cable version. Nevertheless there is still an awesome 500+ horsepower for those bursts on our lovely NZ roads.”

Webb’s are privileged to sell a car with such an illustrious history.

Ray Williams in NZ Herald prior to his first Landspeed Record attempt at Waitakaruru, October 1995

Ray Williams for Pukekohe Magazine photoshoot, July 2012 Webb's

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1996 Holden HSV VS GTS-R

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1996 Holden HSV VS GTS-R Chassis no: 6H8VSK19LTL915124 Engine no: VL641625 Current registration and WOF est $230,000 - $260,000

Known as the ‘Big Banana’, the 1996 GTS-R polarised folk as few models from HSV ever did. With a sub-100 production run assuring collectability, it is today one of the most sought after vehicles from the HSV catalogue. Revealed at the Sydney motor show, the GTS-R with its AUD$75,000 price tag was pitched right at the top of the VS Commodore range, making it then the most expensive Holden ever built!

Considered the last entirely Australian conceived performance Commodore, the GTS-R received a stroked version of the tried and true Holden 5.0-litre V8, with a Harrop crankshaft boosting capacity to 5.7 litres. With ACL pistons with a shorter skirt as compared to standard Holden fare, thinner exhaust valve stems and polished ports, output was boosted to 215kW @4800 rpm and 475 Nm @3600 rpm. Other mechanical changes over the standard vehicle included a locally manufactured Hydratrak limited-slip diff. Initial production stemmed from the GM-H plant in Elizabeth, South Australia where five-speed transmission models were produced. The hardier Tremec T56 six-speed version (as fitted to our sale car) were a product of HSV’s Clayton (Victoria) HQ. In total only 85 GTS-Rs were built, with 10 shipped to New Zealand.

In the intervening decades, a number of examples have met their demise. This only serves to make surviving examples (such as this one) rarer, more expensive, and highly collectable.

Registered new in New Zealand on 23 July 1996 it wasn’t sold on until 2008. In 2012 ownership passed to a lady residing not far from our Kapiti auction venue in Levin. Her retention consisted of four years prior to our current vendors who purchased it in 2016. From a build of 85 units this is Number 77. Naturally resplendent in the only available colour “Yellah”, mileage is a mere 85,000 kilometres. The unique GTS-R upholstery is in fine condition as too the rear carbon fibre spoiler and exclusive wheels. The original fire extinguisher is fitted, as are the unique HSV factory, hat, rally- jacket, luggage and compendium that accompanied the sale of each and every GTS-R manufactured. These have been retained and stored in a manner such that their state could only be described as superior.

The Number Plate GTSR is also included.

Of the 10 GTS-Rs sold new in New Zealand, we understand that today only four remain here. To someone seeking a rare example of trans-Tasman motoring with a classic collectable and investment upside, this HSV GTS-R represented by Webb’s is probably the finest iteration of its kind.

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1968 Rover 2000 TC Chassis no: 41601019B Engine no: 41605233C Current registration and WOF est $15,000 - $20,000

As Rover forged ahead with its innovative designs at a startling pace, the highly respected manufacturer announced its most radical production design in 1964 with the new 2000, a four cylinder 2 litre engine with single overhead camshaft. The 2000 changed its maker’s image overnight. Its futuristic looks utilised the "base unit" unitarian body-shell and featured four-wheel servo assisted disc brakes, allsynchromesh gearbox and a de Dion rear axle.

With Spencer Wilks at the company’s helm, the avant-garde P6 2000 was supplemented by the special TC version in 1966. The TC variant was equipped with twin-carburettors, a tachometer, modified cylinder head and oil cooler. The Series 1 features the strip style speedometer and gauges. The TC was initially built for limited US and other export markets only – the 70mph speed limit introduced in the UK probably having something to do with this. Fortunately for the more performance-oriented ‘racy’ UK buyers, the company relented in time for the London Motor Show in October 1966. Then the 2000 TC became available for the UK market, and the 2000 TC prototypes competed in the Rally of Great Britain as part of their test programme.

This particular car was delivered new in Singapore to a member of the New Zealand Armed Forces serving there. At the time it was a perk for active servicemen to import a car to New Zealand duty free. Webb’s understands that this vehicle resided in Singapore for some six months and clocked 5,000 miles before being registered in Wellington on 6 August 1969. Original ownership of the car continued until 2001, when it passed to a relative. Three other Webb's

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owners including dealers then followed, before the current owner acquired it in 2010.

The vehicle is UK-assembled with 1968 being the sole year that the Rover plant at Solihull was strike free, thus providing a superior standard of quality in its manufacture. Finished in the classic Arden Green this car presents itself as one of the finest of the Rover genre that we have ever been fortunate enough to market. The lustre of the paint is still evident today and can truly make claim to still being ‘first paint’.

All tools are present, wire wheels, mudflaps, frontal aerial, towbar and electric fan are all factory fitments. Showing 123,000 miles on the clock the motor was re-built some five years ago by a local marque expert. Its state today can only be described like the rest of the car as outstanding. A full-service history accompanies the vehicle, most of which was performed by the aforementioned expert. Beneath the bonnet all the decals relating to manufacture are in position. The rear seat looks like it has never been sat in with the rest of the bone interior in a similar order.

Ownership profile is a mere four (excluding dealers), and the current owner has held it for more than a decade. The car has won several Rover marque concours which are documented and included in the sale.

This is a prime example of one of Rover’s finest. A patina of age is evident, but condition is overall outstanding; rarely is such a vehicle seen so resplendent in this day and age.

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Lot 20

1988 Cadillac Brougham Chassis no: 1G6DW51Y1KR717266 Engine no: OW4NBAI Current registration and WOF est $22,000 - $28,000

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The Cadillac Brougham was a line of luxury cars manufactured by the Cadillac Motor Car Division of General Motors from the 1987 through 1992 model years. Whilst some 1988 examples were built by General Motors in Detroit Michigan, the Arlington, Texas facility was responsible for the bulk of the model’s production. With a 5 litre V8 and 140bhp nothing quite says Cadillac like a Brougham from this era!

Registered here in June 2011 this choice iteration is of one of Cadillac’s best and most sought after (highest number sold in any one year was 67,000). The current owner has had the car in his care for more than seven years. Complete with its original manual the four-door configuration and general (no pun intended) demeanour sets the Brougham apart from other ‘big’ American cars. Close up it exudes luxury and on a long trip the current owner assures me it just glides along. Speedometer currently displaying 87,523 miles.

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2001 Ferrari 360 Modena

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2001 Ferrari 360 Modena Chassis no: XFFYR51DOOO126076 Engine no: 177893 Current registration and WOF est $160,000 - $200,000

The Ferrari 360 Modena was announced at the 1999 Geneva Motor Show to replace the famed F355 that had concluded a fiveyear production run. After the charismatic beauty of the F355, the 360 Modena was a radical styling departure for Ferrari; gone was the central egg crate “radiator” grille. Aerodynamic considerations played a major part in the design of the 360 Modena too, with the front featured twin radiator inlet grilles, one either side, allowing airflow to pass under the raised centre section. This fed air to the twin rear diffusers, increasing downforce as the car’s speed increased.

The engine was a derivative of the F355, with a small increase in capacity to 3.6 litres – hence the 360-model designation. The longitudinally mid-mounted, 90-degree V8 engine had an actual cubic capacity of 3586cc, with a bore and stroke of 85mm x 79mm, five valves per cylinder, twin overhead camshafts per bank, and dry sump lubrication. The block, cylinder heads, sump, and sundry castings were all constructed from light alloy. A Bosch Motronic ME 7.3 combined fuel injection/ignition engine management system was fitted, featuring a “fly by wire” throttle system, and a variable back pressure exhaust system, to provide a claimed power output of 400bhp, at 8500 rpm.

The Ferrari 360 Modena offered here at Webb’s is a 2001 example which has covered just 17,000 kilometres. Supplied new by Continental Car Services in December 2001, this stunning example is finished in Grigio Titanio Metallic with a Nero interior. It is fitted with Rosso brake callipers and features an original Ferrari toolkit.

The car boasts a service history from Continental Cars with cambelts replaced a mere 200 kilometres back.

Statistically, the 360 was 28% lighter, 40% stiffer, 10% larger and a full half a second faster to 100kph than its F355 predecessor.

It went on to be one of the best-selling Ferraris of all time, with over 16,000 produced. The curved body design of the 360 also signified a return to the more traditional Ferrari shape as epitomised by their Dino models and prototype race cars.

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1970 MGBGT Mark II Chassis no: 0118 Engine no: 18GGRWE49064 Current registration and WOF est $35,000 - $45,000

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The MGB was first introduced in May 1962 as a direct replacement for the MGA. Its performance was brisk, with power supplied by a 1,798cc four-cylinder iron block engine set within a monocoque lightweight body shell with crumple zones incorporated. October 1965 saw the introduction of the GT, based on the already popular roadster.

Designed by Pininfarina, the new GT sported a hatchback giving useful access to the rear luggage space and a rear bench seat that enabled the car to be called a 2+2. Although acceleration was slightly slower than the roadster, top speed was better by 5mph due to its superior aerodynamics. Nicknamed the ‘poor man’s Aston Martin’ by designer John Thornley, the GT certainly broadened the B’s appeal despite the additional weight penalty. It also had revised suspension settings, including stiffer springs, an anti-roll bar up front and Salisbury-type back axle. The handsome styling worked well and despite being the most expensive model in the range, the new GT was soon selling well.

This specific vehicle was registered new in New Zealand on February 12 1970, with only three subsequent owners. A comprehensive restoration was undertaken a few years ago by marque experts – the MG Company in Mount Manganui. This was an extremely costly exercise due principally to the standard requested by the car’s owner. Indeed, the state of the car today is arguably superior to when it left the factory at Abingdon. With wire wheels, brilliant paint, chrome bumpers and a spotless engine and similar interior, it would be hard to locate a finer iteration of this often woefully under-appreciated sports car. As the motoring writers of the day termed it; “good to drive yet affordable”. Speedometer currently displaying 80,167 miles.

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1965 Ford Cortina GT Chassis no: 7A 86G190704581233 Engine no: 122E60075 Current registration and WOF est $35,000 - $45,000

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Sporting a five-bearing 1498 cc motor, the GT Cortina delivered 83 bhp via twin choke Webers, four branch exhaust manifold, a racing type four speed gearbox and disc brakes. Available in New Zealand to only a privileged few – namely, those with overseas funds – the Cortina GT was a far from common sight on local roads in the ‘60s.

Intriguingly, this is still the case today; in the UK the relevant marque register for the GT notes that; “only about 16 are still left”.

The example that Webb’s present is in fact an Australian model, first registered in South Australia on 8/1/66 and sold at a price of 1139 Australian Pounds. It is understood that the first owners bought it across the ditch when they re-located in April 1980.

Originally painted green, the colour was changed to red, though apparently many years ago. The overall condition of the vehicle can be described as very good with none of the usual cracks in the six-dial dash evident. A Ford logo radio, wood wheel and two (yes two) CD players fulfil the two-tone tan interior. Residing on Mini Lite wheels, the car appears to have been lowered slightly at the rear. Mileage of 54,219 miles is undoubtedly second time around on a reconditioned motor. Prior owners total but five. Aside from the paint change, this is a very original car in four-door configuration. Not a show-pony, but it is in a good, useable state. Some ephemera such as magazine ads and relevant handbooks will accompany the sale.

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1938 Morris 8 Chassis no: SZE171273 Engine no: 168288 Current registration and WOF est $15,000 - $20,000

The first Morris 8 rolled off the line at the newly completed UK, Cowley plant in October 1934 and was an immediate success, with production reaching 120,000 units by March 1937, which accounted at the time for almost 30 per cent of the domestic market. The 8 was offered in a number of forms, including a basic two-seater, an open tourer or saloon (with the option of a sliding ‘sunshine’ roof) with power by a side-valve four-cylinder engine displacing just under one litre, via a single SU carburettor delivering a healthy 23.5 horsepower. A three-speed transmission had synchro on second and top. The Morris used coil ignition, a six-volt electrical system and had Lockheed hydraulic brakes, a feature that set the car apart from many of its less sophisticated competitors. With an affordable selling price and rugged build quality, the much-loved Morris proved to be a strong seller throughout its model life with nearly 165,000 manufactured before the revised Series 2 model was introduced in 1938. Morris restyled the 8 in September 1937 with, a painted radiator surrounds and so-called ‘Easiclean’ disc wheels. The running gear however remained unchanged. Today, these charming little cars are greatly valued for the role they played in bringing the pleasures of motoring to so many thru the Thirties and beyond with a strong following still all over the world.

This New Zealand-new example was first registered on 26 May 1938. Number of owners is not known apart from one a wellknown Kiwi industrialist who kept it for a decade and gifted it to a work colleague who restored it to its former glory. Upon the death of the colleague it was willed back to the previous owner and it is from him that it has gravitated to Webb’s to auction.

With only 64, Morris 8s still on the road and resplendent in its rich duco of red and black the car is ready for more of the ongoing care and attention that befits such a willing servant from another and different era of New Zealand motoring.

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Important Information 1.

Condition Report Disclaimer

There is NO cooling off period offered for motor cars or motorcycles offered at public auction. All vehicles sold within this auction are sold on an ‘as is’ basis. Under the Conditions of Sale applicable to the sale of the lot (please see the catalogue or www.webbs. co.nz for our conditions of sale), buyers must satisfy themselves as to each and every aspect of the quality of the lot, including (without limitation) its authorship, attribution, condition, provenance, authenticity, age, suitability and origin. Lots are sold on an 'as is' basis but the actual condition of the lot may not be as good as indicated by its outward appearance.

The fully illustrated catalogue will describe the vehicles to the best of our ability on information supplied.

Should we receive pertinent information after the publication of the catalogue, we shall affix what is known as a Consumer Information Notice (CIN) to the vehicle. A list of all CINs will be available by the time the vehicles are presented for view. We are happy to offer our opinion only and should not be relied upon. In short, you should satisfy yourself as to the completeness, condition and integrity of any lot prior to bidding.

Any statement in relation to the lot is merely an expression of opinion of the seller or Webb’s and should not be relied upon as an inducement to bid on the lot. Lots are available for inspection prior to the sale and you are strongly advised to examine any lot in which you are interested prior to the sale. Although all care has been taken to accurately describe the condition of this lot, this report has not been prepared by a professional conservator or restorer and no guarantees. Webb’s is not entering into a contract with the addressee in the respect of the condition report and accordingly does not assume responsibility to the addressee in respect of it.

However where the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 applies, nothing in these Terms shall contract out of or shall limit the application of that Act. Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 Where the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 does apply the Buyer acknowledges that the following are relevant circumstances in relation to the supply of the Goods and may reduce the acceptable quality guarantee under the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993: (a)

(b)

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any information Webbs has disclosed on behalf of the Vendor concerning the nature of the Vendor (for example whether the Vendor has used the Goods itself), the context in which the Vendor offers to supply the Goods; where the Goods are a vehicle: (i) the results of any Vehicle Condition Report; (ii) any defects or observations in relation to the Vehicle and which are recorded on the CIN card or

notified by Webbs have been taken into account by the Buyer before bidding on the vehicle; (iii) notification of any defects is an indication to the Buyer that further defects may exist.

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the Buyer must sign a written acknowledgement that Webbs has provided the Buyer with a copy of the Consumer Information Notice which was attached to the vehicle or displayed online. (e)

Buyer Inspection: A vehicle is complicated machinery that may contain inherent and latent defects which can only be discovered by a thorough pre purchase inspection. The Buyer acknowledges and agrees that: (a)

(b)

(c)

the responsibility for examining and assessing the condition of any vehicle rests with the Buyer; Webbs recommends that the Buyer carry out a pre purchase inspection even where no defect disclosures have been made by the Vendor; and the Buyer has had every opportunity to carry out an inspection and its own evaluation of the Goods and their quality prior to purchasing the Goods.

Vehicle Condition Report Any Vehicle Condition Report attached to the Vehicle has been prepared following a limited and basic inspection of the Vehicle. When preparing the Vehicle Condition Report, no part of the Vehicle was dismantled, no diagnostic testing was undertaken. The Vendor and Webbs recommend that any interested Buyer arrange a full mechanical inspection of the Vehicle prior to purchase.

Warrant of fitness: (a) Vehicles will be sold either unregistered or currently registered with a Warrant of Fitness (WoF) having been carried out within the last 30 days of the sale date. Each vehicle offered by Webb’s at auction will mention which is applicable (b)

Where any vehicle does not at the time of delivery have a current certificate or warrant of fitness the Buyer undertakes to Webbs that they will not, except for the purpose of obtaining in-service certification, operate the vehicle until it has been inspected and certified for in service fitness as provided for in Rule 9.12(4) of the Land Transport Rule 35001/1 Vehicle Standards Compliance 2002.

(c)

If the vehicle has at the time of delivery a current warrant of fitness issued more than one month prior to delivery then the buyer acknowledges and accepts this.

(d)

CIN: As soon as practicable after the purchase of a vehicle

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3.

Change of ownership: Every Buyer must supply to Webbs before taking delivery of a Vehicle the information necessary to enable a change of ownership to be registered.

Webbs reserve the right to delay release of the Vehicle until this is done.

Exclusions And Limitations

In Trade Buyer: Where the Vendor is In Trade and the Buyer has acquired the Goods in trade, the Vendor, Webbs and the Buyer agree to contract out of the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 and sections 9 (Misleading and deceptive conduct generally), 12A (unsubstantiated representations), and 13 (False or misleading representations) of the Fair Trading Act 1986.

Generally: If the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 does not apply to the sale of the Goods or if the Vendor and Buyer have contracted out of the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993: (a)

Webbs excludes any liability for any representation(s) or statement(s) that may be made or implied by Webbs or the Vendor;

(b)

in the case of any dispute relating to the Goods or the sale of the Goods any remedy of the Buyer shall be against the Vendor only and under no circumstances (including an action for breach of any fundamental obligation) shall any remedy lie against Webbs or any agent, contractor or employee of Webbs.

Registration To register to buy, all potential purchasers not known to Webb’s will be asked to provide an accredited form of photo identification (driver’s license or passport).

Shipping Webb’s will have local, national, and international freight agents available to arrange deliveries. Quotes will be available from Denzel De Ruysscher decarts@webbs.co.nz Payments and Collections Collections can be made from Southward Car Museum, Otaihanga Road, Otaihanga, Paraparaumu 5036 Monday 22 March: 10am-5pm Tuesday 23 March: 10am-5pm All lots must be collected and paid for before 5pm Tuesday 23 March to avoid removal and storage charges.

Payments All payments must be made in New Zealand dollars. Credit cards will be accepted in person only, with a surcharge of 2.2% for Visa and Mastercard and 3.3% for American Express. Personal company and bank cheques are not accepted. Direct bank transfers are accepted. Bank account details will be included on your invoice.

Sale of Goods Act Exclusion: The warranties or conditions implied by the Sale of Goods Act 1908 shall not apply to the sale of the Goods.

Additional Images Additional images of all vehicles are available in the online catalogue on our website www.webbs.co.nz Telephone/Absentee Bids Please complete the telephone or absentee bid form at the back of the catalogue, scan and send to auction@ webbs.co.nz. Alternatively, please call +64 9 529 5600 to arrange over the phone. Bids must be received 48 hours prior to the commencement of the auction.

Buyer’s Premium A buyer’s premium of 15% plus GST will be added to the hammer price of all vehicles. Note - GST is applicable to the buyer’s premium only and not the hammer price. E.g if the hammer falls at $10,000, you will receive an invoice for $11,725.

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Terms and Conditions The terms and conditions of sale listed here contain the policies of Webb’s Ltd. They are the terms on which Webb’s Ltd and the Seller contract with the Buyer. They may be amended by printed Saleroom Notices or oral announcements made before and during the sale.

By bidding at auction you agree to be bound by these terms.

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Background to the Terms used in these Conditions The conditions that are listed below contain terms that are used regularly and may need explanation. They are as follows: “the Buyer” means the person with the highest bid accepted by the Auctioneer. “the Lot” means any item depicted within the sale for auction and in particular the item or items described against any lot number in the catalogue. “the Hammer price” means the amount of the highest bid accepted by the auctioneer in relation to a lot. “the Buyer’s Premium” means the charge payable by the Buyer to the auction house as a percentage of the hammer price. “the Reserve” means the lowest amount at which Webb’s has agreed with the Seller that the lot can be sold.

“Forgery” means an item constituting an imitation originally conceived and executed as a whole, with a fraudulent intention to deceive as to authorship, origin, age, period, culture or source, where the correct description as to such matters is not reflected by the description in the catalogue.

Accordingly no lot shall be capable of being a forgery by reason of any damage or restoration work of any kind (Including re-painting). “the insured value” means the amount that Webb’s in its absolute discretion from time to time shall consider the value for which a lot should be covered for insurance (whether or not insurance is arranged by Webb’s).

All values expressed in Webb’s Ltd catalogues (in any format) are in New Zealand Dollars (NZD$). All bids, “hammer price”, “reserves”, “Buyers Premium” and other expressions of value are understood by all parties to be in New Zealand Dollars (NZD$) unless otherwise specified.

2.

Webb’s Auctions as Agent

Except as otherwise stated Webb’s Ltd acts as agent for the Seller.

The contract for the sale of the property is therefore made between the Seller and the Buyer.

3.

Before the Sale

3.1.

Examination of Property Prospective Buyers are strongly advised to examine in person any property in which they are interested before the Auction takes place.

Neither Webb’s nor the Seller provides any guarantee in relation to the nature of the property apart from the Limited warranty in the paragraph below.

The property is otherwise sold “AS IS” 2.

Catalogue and Other Descriptions All statements by Webb’s in the catalogue entry for the property or in the condition report, or made orally or in writing elsewhere, are statements of opinion and are not to be relied upon as statements of fact. Such statements do not constitute a representation, warranty or assumption of liability by Webb’s of any kind. References in the catalogue entry to the condition Webb's

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report to damage or restoration are for guidance only and should be evaluated by personal inspection by the bidder or a knowledgeable representative. The absence of such a reference does not imply that an item is free from defects or restoration, nor does a reference to particular defects imply the absence of any others. Estimates of the selling price should not be relied on as a statement that this is the price at which the item will sell or it’s value for any other purpose. Neither Webb’s nor The Seller is responsible for any errors or omissions in the catalogue or any supplemental material.

Images are measured height by width (sight size). Illustrations are provided only as a guide and should not be relied upon as a true representation of colour or condition. Images are not shown at a standard scale. Mention is rarely made of frames (which may be provided as supplementary images on the website) which do not form part of the lot as described in the printed catalogue.

An item bought “on Extension” must be paid for in full before it will be released to the purchaser or his/ her agreed expertising committee or specialist. Payments received for such items will be held “in trust” for up to 90 days or earlier, if the issue of authenticity has been resolved more quickly. Extensions must be requested before the auction.

Foreign buyers should note that all transactions are in New Zealand Dollars so there may be a small exchange rate risk. The costs associated with acquiring a good opinion or certificate will be carried by the purchaser. If the item turns out to be forged or otherwise incorrectly described, all reasonable costs will be borne by the vendor.

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Buyers Responsibility All property is sold “as is” without representation or warranty of any kind by Webb’s or the Seller. Buyers are responsible for satisfying themselves concerning the condition of the property and the matters referred to in the catalogue by requesting a condition report.

No lot to be rejected if, subsequent to the sale, it has been immersed in liquid or treated by any other process unless the Auctioneer’s permission to subject the lot to such immersion or treatment has first been obtained in writing.

4.

At the Sale

4.1.

Refusal of Admission Webb’s reserves the right at our complete discretion to refuse admission to the auction premises or participation in any auction and to reject any bid.

4.2. Registration Before Bidding Any prospective new buyer must complete and sign a registration form and provide photo identification before bidding. Webb’s may request bank, trade or other financial references to substantiate this registration.

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4.3. Bidding as a Principal When making a bid, a bidder is accepting personal liability to pay the purchase price including the buyer’s premium and all applicable taxes, plus all other applicable charges, unless it has been explicitly agreed in writing with Webb’s before the commencement of the sale that the bidder is acting as agent on behalf of an identified third party acceptable to Webb’s and that Webb’s will only look to the principal for payment.

4.4.

International Registrations All International clients not known to Webb’s will be required to scan or fax through an accredited form of photo identification and pay a deposit at our discretion in cleared funds into Webb’s account at least 24 hours before the commencement of the auction. Bids will not be accepted without this deposit. Webb’s also reserves the right to request any additional forms of identification prior to registering an overseas bid.

This deposit can be made using a credit card, however the balance of any purchase price in excess of $5,000 cannot be charged to this card without prior arrangement.

This deposit is redeemable against any auction purchase and will be refunded in full if no purchases are made.

4.5. Absentee Bids Webb’s will use reasonable efforts to execute written bids delivered to us AT LEAST 24 Hours before the sale for the convenience of those clients who are unable to attend the auction in person. If we receive identical written bids on a particular lot, and at the auction these are the highest bids on that lot, then the lot will be sold to the person whose written bid was received and accepted first.

Execution of written bids is a free service undertaken subject to other commitments at the time of the sale and we do not accept liability for failing to execute a written bid or for errors or omissions which may arise.

It is the bidder’s responsibility to check with Webb’s after the auction if they were successful. Unlimited or “Buy” bids will not be accepted.

4.6.

Telephone Bids Priority will be given to overseas and bidders from other regions.

Please refer to the catalogue for the Telephone Bids form.

Arrangements for this service must be confirmed AT LEAST 24 HOURS PRIOR to the auction commencing.

Webb’s accepts no responsibility whatsoever for any errors or failure to execute bids. In telephone bidding the buyer agrees to be bound by all terms and conditions listed here and accepts that Webb’s cannot be held responsible for any miscommunications in the process.

The success of telephone bidding cannot be guaranteed due to circumstances that are unforeseen.

Buyers should be aware of the risk and accept the consequences should contact be unsuccessful at the time of Auction. You must advise Webb’s of the lots in question and you will be assumed to be a buyer at the minimum price of 75% of estimate

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(i.e. reserve) for all such lots. Webb’s will advise Telephone Bidders who have registered at least 24 hours before the auction of any relevant changes to descriptions, withdrawals or any other sale room notices.

4.7. Online Bidding Webb’s offers an online bidding service. When bidding online the buyer agrees to be bound by all terms and conditions listed here by Webb’s.

Webb’s accepts no responsibility for any errors, failure to execute bids or any other miscommunications regarding this process. It is the online bidder’s responsibility to ensure the accuracy of the relevant information regarding bids, lot numbers and contact details. Webb’s does not charge for this service.

4.8. Reserves Unless otherwise indicated, all lots are offered subject to a reserve, which is the confidential minimum price below which the Lot will not be sold. The reserve will not exceed the low estimate printed in the catalogue.

The auctioneer may open the bidding on any Lot below the reserve by placing a bid on behalf of the Seller.

The auctioneer may continue to bid on behalf of seller up to the amount of the reserve, either by placing consecutive bids or by placing bids in response to other bidders.

4.9.

Auctioneers Discretion The Auctioneer has the right at his/ her absolute and sole discretion to refuse any bid, to advance the bidding in such a manner as he/she may decide, to withdraw or divide any lot, to combine any two or more lots and, in the case or error or dispute and whether during or after the sale, to determine the successful bidder, to continue the bidding, to cancel the sale or to reoffer and resell the item in dispute. If any dispute arises after the sale, then Webb’s sale record is conclusive.

4.10. Successful Bid and Passing of Risk Subject to the auctioneer’s discretion, the highest bidder accepted by the auctioneer will be the buyer and the striking of his hammer marks the acceptance of the highest bid and the conclusion of a contract for sale between the Seller and the Buyer. Risk and responsibility for the lot (including frames or glass where relevant) passes immediately to the Buyer.

4.11. Indicative Bidding Steps, etc.

Webb’s reserves the right to refuse any bid, withdraw any lot from sale, to place a reserve on any lot and to advance the bidding according to the following indicative steps: Increment Dollar Range Amount $20 $0–$500 $50 $500–$1,000 $100 $1,000–$2,000 $200 $2,000–$5,000 $500 $5,000–$10,000 $1,000 $10,000–$20,000 $2,000 $20,000–$50,000 $5,000 $50,000 – $100,000 $10,000 $100,000–$200,000 $20,000 $200,000–$500,000 $50,000 $500,000–$1,000,000

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Absentee bids must follow these increments and any bids that don’t follow the steps will be rounded up to the nearest acceptable bid.

5.

After the Sale

5.1.

Buyers Premium In addition to the hammer price, the buyer agrees to pay to Webb’s the buyer’s premium. The buyer’s premium is 15% of the hammer price plus GST. (Goods and Services Tax) where applicable.

5.2. Payment and Passing of Title The buyer must pay the full amount due (comprising the hammer price, buyer’s premium and any applicable taxes and GST) not later than 2 days after the auction date.

The buyer will not acquire title to the lot until Webb’s receives full payment in cleared funds, and no goods under any circumstances will be released without confirmation of cleared funds received. This applies even if the buyer wishes to send items overseas.

Payment can be made by direct transfer, cash (not exceeding NZD$10,000, if wishing to pay more than NZD$10,000 then this must be deposited directly into a Bank of New Zealand branch and bank receipt supplied) and EFTPOS (please check the daily limit). Payments can also be made by credit card in person with a 2.2% merchant fee for Visa and Mastercard and 3.3% for American Express. Invoices that are in excess of $5,000 and where the card holder is not present, cannot be charged to a credit card without prior arrangement. Personal cheques are accepted, but funds must be cleared before goods will be released. Bank cheques are subject to five days clearance.

The buyer is responsible for any bank fees and charges applicable for the transfer of funds into Webb’s account.

5.3. Collection of Purchases & Insurance Webb’s is entitled to retain items sold until all amounts due to us have been received in full in good cleared funds.

Subject to this, the Buyer shall collect purchased lots within 2 days from the date of the sale unless otherwise agreed in writing between Webb’s and the Buyer.

At the fall of the hammer, insurance is the responsibility of the purchaser.

5.4.

Packing, Handling and Shipping Webb’s will be able to suggest removals companies that the buyer can use but takes no responsibility whatsoever for the actions of any recommended third party.

Webb’s can pack and handle goods purchased at the auction by agreement and a charge will be made for this service. All packing, shipping, insurance, postage & associated charges will be borne by the purchaser.

5.5.

Permits, Licences and Certificates Under The Protected Objects Act 1975, buyers may be required to obtain a licence for certain categories of items in a sale from the Ministry of Culture & Heritage, PO Box 5364, Wellington.

5.6.

Remedies for Non-Payment If the Buyer fails to make full payment immediately, Webb’s is entitled to exercise one or more of the following rights or remedies (in addition to asserting any other rights or remedies available under the law) 5.6.1. to charge interest at such a rate as we shall reasonably decide.

5.6.2. to hold the defaulting Buyer liable for the total amount due and to commence legal proceedings for its recovery along with interest, legal fees and costs to the fullest extent permitted under applicable law.

5.6.3. to cancel the sale.

5.6.4. to resell the property publicly or privately on such terms as we see fit.

5.6.5. to pay the Seller an amount up to the net proceeds payable in respect of the amount bid by the defaulting Buyer. In these circumstances the defaulting Buyer can have no claim upon Webb’s in the event that the item(s) are sold for an amount greater than the original invoiced amount.

5.6.6. to set off against any amounts which Webb’s may owe the Buyer in any other transactions, the outstanding amount remaining unpaid by the Buyer.

5.6.7. where several amounts are owed by the Buyer to us, in respect of different transactions, to apply any amount paid to discharge any amount owed in respect of any particular transaction, whether or not the Buyer so directs.

5.6.8. to reject at any future auction any bids made by or on behalf of the Buyer or to obtain a deposit from the Buyer prior to accepting any bids.

5.6.9. to exercise all the rights and remedies of a person holding security over any property in our possession owned by the Buyer whether by way of pledge, security interest or in any other way, to the fullest extent permitted by the law of the place where such property is located. The Buyer will be deemed to have been granted such security to us and we may retain such property as collateral security for said Buyer’s obligations to us.

5.6.10. to take such other action as Webb’s deem necessary or appropriate.

If we do sell the property under paragraph (4), then the defaulting Buyer shall be liable for payment of any deficiency between the total amount originally due to us and the price obtained upon reselling as well as for all

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costs, expenses, damages, legal fees and commissions and premiums of whatever kinds associated with both sales or otherwise arising from the default.

If we pay any amount to the Seller under paragraph (5) the Buyer acknowledges that Webb’s shall have all of the rights of the Seller, however arising, to pursue the Buyer for such amount.

5.7.

Failure to Collect Purchases Where purchases are not collected within 2 days from the sale date, whether or not payment has been made, we shall be permitted to remove the property to a warehouse at the buyer’s expense, and only release the items after payment in full has been made of removal, storage handling, insurance and any other costs incurred, together with payment of all other amounts due to us.

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Extent of Webb’s Liability

Webb’s agrees to refund the purchase price in the circumstances of the Limited Warranty set out in paragraph 7 below. Apart from that, neither the Seller nor we, nor any of our employees or agents are responsible for the correctness of any statement of whatever kind concerning any lot, whether written or oral, nor for any other errors or omissions in description or for any faults or defects in any lots. Except as stated in paragraph 7 below, neither the Seller, ourselves, our officers, agents or employees give any representation warranty or guarantee or assume any liability of any kind in respect of any lot with regard to merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, description, size, quality, condition, attribution, authenticity, rarity, importance, medium, provenance, exhibition history, literature or historical relevance. Except as required by local law any warranty of any kind is excluded by this paragraph.

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Limited Warranty

Subject to the terms and conditions of this paragraph, the Seller warrants for the period of thirty days from the date of the sale that any property described in this catalogue (noting such description may be amended by any saleroom notice or announcement) which is stated without qualification to be the work of a named author or authorship is authentic and not a forgery. The term “Author” or “authorship” refers to the creator of the property or to the period, culture, source, or origin as the case may be, with which the creation of such property is identified in the catalogue.

The warranty is subject to the following: it does not apply where a) the catalogue description or saleroom notice corresponded to the generally accepted opinion of scholars and experts at the date of the sale or fairly indicated that there was a conflict of opinions, or b) correct identification of a lot can be demonstrated only by means of a scientific process

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not generally accepted for use until after publication of the catalogue or a process which at the date of the publication of the catalogue was unreasonably expensive or impractical or likely to have caused damage to the property. the benefits of the warranty are not assignable and shall apply only to the original buyer of the lot as shown on the invoice originally issued by Webb’s when the lot was sold at Auction. the Original Buyer must have remained the owner of the lot without disposing of any interest in it to any third party.

The Buyer’s sole and exclusive remedy against the Seller in place of any other remedy which might be available, is the cancellation of the sale and the refund of the original purchase price paid for the lot less the buyer’s premium which is non-refundable. Neither the Seller nor Webb’s will be liable for any special, incidental nor consequential damages including, without limitation, loss of profits.

The Buyer must give written notice of claim to us within thirty days of the date of the Auction. The Seller shall have the right, to require the Buyer to obtain two written opinions by recognised experts in the field, mutually acceptable to the Buyer and Webb’s to decide whether or not to cancel the sale under warranty. the Buyer must return the lot to Seller in the same condition that it was purchased.

8. Severability If any part of these Conditions of Sale is found by any court to be invalid, illegal or unenforceable, that part shall be discounted and the rest of the Conditions shall continue to be valid to the fullest extent permitted by law.

be subject to revision. Interested parties should contact Webb’s prior to auction for updated pre-sale estimates and starting prices.

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Sale Results

Webb’s will provide auction results, which will be available as soon as possible after the sale. Results will include buyer’s premium.

These results will be posted at www.webbs.co.nz.

13.

Goods and Service Tax

GST is applicable on the hammer price in the case where the seller is selling property that is owned by an entity registered for GST. GST is also applicable on the hammer price in the case where the seller is not a New Zealand resident. These lots are denoted by a dagger symbol † placed next to the estimate.

GST is also applicable on the buyer’s premium.

Overseas buyers and buyers nonresident in New Zealand will not be charged GST on both hammer price and premiums under the following conditions: 13.1. The items are exported through a Webb’s approved freight company including New Zealand Post 13.2. The items are exported within 60 days of the date of the sale.

The invoice supplied by Webb’s for purchases will be regarded as a Tax invoice for GST purposes.

9. Copyright The copyright in all images, illustrations and written material produced by Webb’s relating to a lot including the contents of this catalogue, is and shall remain the property at all times of Webb’s and shall not be used by the Buyer, nor by anyone else without our prior written consent. Webb’s and the Seller make no representation or warranty that the Buyer of a property will acquire any copyright or other reproduction rights in it.

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Law and Jurisdiction

These terms and conditions and any matters concerned with the foregoing fall within the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of New Zealand, unless otherwise stated.

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Pre-Sale Estimates

Webb’s publishes with each catalogue our opinion as to the estimated price range for each lot.

These estimates are approximate prices only and are not intended to be definitive. They are prepared well in advance of the sale and may

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