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2006 Tag Heuer Blue Monaco 'steve Mcqueen' With Box And Paperwork

Lot #101 (Sale Order 1 of 92)

2006 Tag Heuer Blue Monaco 'Steve McQueen' with box and paperwork. This example has a blue dial with 2 sub dials, chrome hands and hour batons. The case is traditional size and made in stainless steel, with a combination of polished and satin finish. The bracelet is the Tag Heuer stainless steel type in immaculate condition. The movement is an ETA 2894 automatic chronograph. The Blue Monaco has always been desirable because of the association with Steve McQueen in the film 'Le Mans' and is now legendary. This example is as good as you get, in fine condition and having original box and paperwork from new.

2015 Omega Speedmaster 'dark Side Of The Moon' Co-axial Automatic Box And Paperwork

Lot #102 (Sale Order 2 of 92)

2015 Omega Speedmaster 'Dark side of the Moon' Co-Axial automatic box and paperwork. The 44mm case is black ceramic milled from a solid block with a black fixed tachymeter bezel and a display glass back. The dial is black with 2 black sub dials and date at 6 o'clock with red speedmaster detailing. The movement is the new calibre 9300 Omega Co Axial, a 'breaking news' movement with features such as a silicon hair spring, free sprung balance, double spring barrel and a column wheel chronograph. These features normally are found on the very finest watches with 5 figure plus prices but Omega have developed this for their regular range. The strap is black nylon with leather backing and rubber reinforcements connected to a ceramic pin buckle again signed Omega. The Dark Side is the one speedmaster to have, this example comes with original box and paperwork and is the latest offering with a new RRP £7590.00.

2004 Rolex Submariner Bi-metal 16613 Automatic Box And Paperwork

Lot #103 (Sale Order 3 of 92)

2004 Rolex Submariner Bi-Metal 16613 Automatic Box and Paperwork. The 40mm case is stainless steel with a yellow gold rotating Bezel with black insert. The watch has a black dial with luminous hands/batons set in gold. The bracelet is the 'Oyster' type with gold centre links and steel outer and featuring a gold centre flip/lock clasp. It is complete with original box and paperwork.

2015 Patek Philippe 5960/1a Annual Calendar Chronograph

Lot #104 (Sale Order 4 of 92)

Patek Philippe 5960. This watch was bought new in 2015 and has had use on only a handful of occasions. Simply one of the finest timepieces to buy, it has a complicated triple calender, automatic, chronograph movement made to a standard that is in a league of its own. Complete with original box, receipt and paperwork from new. There is a waiting list for this complicated model, so this is a rare chance to be able to get one straight away and look after it for your next generation.Technical spec:Mechanical self-winding movementCaliber CH 28-520 IRM QA 24HAnnual CalendarChronograph60-minute and 12-hour mono counterDay, date and month in aperturesSilvery opaline dial with blackened gold applied hour markersSteel bracelet with fold-over claspSapphire-crystal case backWater resistant to 30 m

Omega Seamaster Gmt Chronograph

Lot #105 (Sale Order 5 of 92)

Omega Seamaster Chronograph GMT Stainless steel Automatic 'New' Model. The case is made from Stainless steel and has a polished and satin finish. The Dial and bezel grey in colour and has 3 black sub-dials with date window at 4/5 o'clock, bezel is original and in fine condition. The bracelet has a big block link which again is solid stainless steel and is in very nice condition. Overall a fine looking Omega chronograph with GMT feature.

Omega Speedmaster Triple Calendar 18ct Yellow Gold

Lot #106 (Sale Order 6 of 92)

Omega Speedmaster 18ct gold Triple calender Moonphase automatic chronograph. It has a 39mm 18ct yellow gold Case with fixed tachymeter Bezel. The dial is white colour with plain white sub dials with moonphase sub dial at 6 o clock, the outer part of the dial has the date display and there is day date display at the top sub dial. It has an ETA automatic movement with Omega calibre 1131 (eta 7750) based chronograph with triple calender. The condition of the watch is clean and ready to be enjoyed.

Iwc Manual Wind 18ct Yellow Gold

Lot #107 (Sale Order 7 of 92)

IWC 18ct yellow Gold Manual wind. The case is 18ct yellow gold with snap back and clean crisp looks. The dial is champagne with straight hour markers. The movement is an IWC Calibre mechanical manual wind, made to the finest standards with typical high level of detail. Exceptionally attractive and in lovely original condition.

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 18ct Yellow Gold

Lot #108 (Sale Order 8 of 92)

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 18ct Gold. The case is the Oyster waterproof type made in gold and signed Rolex. The movement is a Rolex calibre and correctly signed Rolex. The dial is distinctive blue in colour with gold straight batons and Rolex crest at 12. The date window is at 3 o'clock. Having an attractive blue dial and with new gold Rolex Datejust RRP £19,800 this early example cant be missed.

2007 Cartier Roadster Diamond Set Complete With Box And Paperwork

Lot #109 (Sale Order 9 of 92)

2007 Cartier Roadster Ladies Quartz Diamond Set complete with Box and Paperwork . The case is stainless steel in a tonnou shape with retaining screws on each lug and a shaped fixed bezel afterset with diamonds. The back is signed by Cartier and is retained by 8 individual screws. The bracelet is a large block link type with double opening concealed clasp. The unique thing with the bracelet is it can be removed from the case in a second by simply pulling a tab, this enables a regular and quick change from the bracelet to a rubber or leather strap. The movement is a reliable Quartz type with date function. The dial is silver with black roman numeral hour markers and black steel luminous hands. The watch is in fine overall condition complete with box papers and spare strap and deployment clasp.

2008 Panerai Submersible 1000m Automatic 44mm Box And Papers

Lot #110 (Sale Order 10 of 92)

2008 Panerai Submersible 1000M Automatic 44mm Box and Papers. The stainless steel case measures 44mm plus the crown protection clamp, the case has a screw back and rotating bezel. The dial is black with luminous dot numerals and date at 3 o clock and sub seconds at 9 o clock. The movement is a OP X11 Calibre automatic, chronometre rated with 46 hour power reserve. The watch is complete with Box and Paperwork originally sold in 2008.

2015 Omega Seamster 300 Complete Box And Paperwork

Lot #111 (Sale Order 11 of 92)

2015 Omega Seamaster 300 Automatic. The Stainless steel case has a traditional screw down water proof crown and a rotating ceramic bezel. The case back has a display back showing the auctomatic movement. The bracelet is stainless steel with a concealed clasp. The dial is black with vintage lume batons and vintage luminous dagger chrome hands. The movement is the new calibre 8400 Omega Co Axial, a 'breaking news' movement with features such as a silicon hair spring, free sprung balance, double spring barrel and 60 hour power reserve. This Omega is a fantastic new 'Re-Edition' complete with original box and paperwork and having Omega factory warranty.

Tag Heuer Limited Edition Gulf Monaco Complete With Box And Paperwork

Lot #112 (Sale Order 12 of 92)

TAG Heuer Limited Edition Gulf Monaco. No.3409/4000 world-wide. It has 39mm stainless steel square case and acrylic crystal. The movement is an ETA 2894-A2. It is an automatic mechanical Chronograph with two sub-dial registers and a 6 o'clock date. The dial is black with orange and blue stripe and Gulf logo at 6 0clock. The chronograph dials are black and the hands chrome/orange. The leather strap is original black with orange stitching and is complete with TAG deployant buckle. The watch has had very little use and its condition is very clean, its complete with box and paperwork.

Patek Philippe Annual Calendar 5146g-001

Lot #113 (Sale Order 13 of 92)

Patek Philippe 5146. One of the finest timepieces to buy, this Patek has a complicated triple calender, automatic movement featuring a power reserve made to the highest standards. The case features a display back with the great visual of the working movement. Its aesthetic look is iconic of what you expect from a complex Patek perfectly suited to the leather strap and Patek folding clasp. Presented in fine condition having experienced little use.

Omega Flightmaster Complete With Box And Paperwork

Lot #114 (Sale Order 14 of 92)

Omega Flightmaster GMT Chronograph. The case is a helmet shape with straight grain finish and made from stainless steel. The bracelet too is stainless steel and has an Omega flip clasp. The movement is the cal.911, which is a mechanical manual wind chronograph similar to the Speedmaster cal 861 with an additional 12 hour GMT hand complication. The dial is grey with chequered outer edge and rotational elapse time bezel. The chronograph has black sub-dials with yellow hands and the GMT hand is blue. The watch is in original condition, fully working and a rare find complete with box and paperwork.

2003 Omega Speedmaster 'snoopy' Limited Edition

Lot #115 (Sale Order 15 of 92)

NASA used (and still uses!) the Snoopy Award for special contributions and outstanding efforts from both individuals and companies. On October 5th 1970, NASA gave the OMEGA Speedmaster a Snoopy Award to demonstrate their recognition for the crucial role the Speedmaster had during the Apollo 13 mission. The Apollo 13 crew needed the Speedmaster firstly to time ignition of the rockets to shorten the estimated length of the return to Earth and secondly to time ignition of the rockets to decrease speed and raise the flight path angle for re-entry into the Earth’s atmosphere. This second operation was crucial, since any mistake in the timing could have led to an incorrect entry angle and, as a result, potential disaster for the crew.The limited Edition 'Snoopy' was introduced at Bazelworld 2003 and has become a collectors must from the off. This example is remarkable, being complete and in fine condition. 2003 Omega Speedmaster 'Moon Watch' Snoopy 861 chronograph complete Box and Paperwork. It has a stainless steel case with black fixed tachymeter Bezel and snoopy badged caseback. The dial is black with 3 sub dials (incliding snoopy dial at 9 o clock) and straight luminous hour markers and white hands. It has a Lemania cal.1861 mechanical chronograph. The bracelet is stainless steel with a folding clasp signed Omega. The watch comes with its original blue snoopy box and paperwork.

2011 Omega Constellation 'new Model' Bi Metal Diamond Bezel And Dial Complete With Box And Paperwork

Lot #116 (Sale Order 16 of 92)

2011 Omega Constellation Bi Metal 'New Model' diamond Bezel and Diamond Dial complete with box and paperwork. The case is in stainless steel and gold, with diamond bezel and mother of pearl dial having diamond hour markers and Omega crests. It has a battery operated ETA quartz movement. The bracelet is stainless steel with full gold tubes throughout. It's in immaculatel condition ready to enjoy. sp16

1998 Vacheron Constantin 'overseas' 42040/423j With Paperwork

Lot #117 (Sale Order 17 of 92)

1998 Vacheron Constantin 'Overseas' 42040/423J with Paperwork. The case is 18ct yellow gold beautifully made with embossed back held with 8 individual screws. The bracelet is solid 18ct yellow gold with a double opening clasp with slide lock and flip lock. The dial silver with gold straight hour batons and date at 3 o'clock. The movement is a mechanical Automatic with date function chronometer certified. The watch is incredibly well made and has a heavy substantial feel. It comes complete with instruction book and warranty papers, sold new from Mappin and Webb.

2008 Chopard Mille Miglia Gran Turismo Xl Chronograph Complete Box And Paperwork

Lot #118 (Sale Order 18 of 92)

C.2006 Chopard Mille Miglia Gran Turismo XL Chronograph Limited Edition 16/8459. The 44mm stainless steel case is a polished finish with a fixed tachometer bezel and display case back. The dial is black in colour with Arabic marked inner bezel. There is a date window at 3 o clock with Chopard writing and 1000 Miglia red symbol. The movement is an ETA chronograph automatic with date function. The large strap is a black rubber tyre tread type by chopard connected to a Chopard stainless steel deployant buckle. These Gran Turismo XL are incredibly popular and rarly come up for sale. This example is in really clean condition and has its original Box and Paperwork including the sought after pressure gauge.

C.2002 Jaeger Lecoultre Reverso 18ct Yellow Gold

Lot #119 (Sale Order 19 of 92)

Jaeger Le-Coultre Reverso Ladies 18ct Yellow Gold. Originally designed for polo players to rotate the watch over so to protect the vulnerable glass from being broken. These watches were extremely popular. The case of this watch is 18ct yellow gold and polished in finish and attached to an Jaeger signed strap and fitted to a folding clasp signed Jaeger. The dial is a smart and traditional silver colour with black Arabic numbers as well as blued hands. This watch is the popular maintenance-free Quartz battery type and functioning correctly. The Reverso is a classic; its styling has made it one of the current hot watches to own and this one is no exception.

C.1977 Rolex Datejust Bi-metal

Lot #120 (Sale Order 20 of 92)

Rolex Datejust Bi Metal. 35.5mm Stainless steel case with 18ct yellow gold bezel on a jubilee bracelet with gold centre links and stainless steel outer links. The dial is black in colour with gold straight batons and date at 3 o clock. The automatic movement is signed Rolex and has a date function which is fully functioning. Modern Equivalent RRP £7315.00

2009 Rolex Daytona 18ct Yellow Gold Complete With Box And Paperwork

Lot #121 (Sale Order 21 of 92)

2009 Rolex Daytona 18ct yellow Gold Cosmograph complete with Box and Paperwork. The case is 40mm 18ct yellow gold with an 18ct fixed gold bezel with tachymeter. The striking dial is crème with large Arabic hour markers and 3 sub dials for chronograph function in black with red detail. The Rolex Calibre movement is automatic with chronograph function, all operated by the screw down gold pushers. The strap is a deep rich brown Rolex crocodile with deployant Rolex 18ct gold flip lock clasp. The watch is in exceptionally good condition and ready to wear complete with its original box and paperwork. The most iconic and distinctive watch Rolex produce. Today's RRP £16,800.

Tag Heuer Carrera Automatic Chronograph

Lot #122 (Sale Order 22 of 92)

2008 Tag Heuer Carrera Automatic Chronograph. The case measures 40.5mm made in Stainless steel with black fixed bezel with tachymetre reading. The dial is gloss black with black chronograph sub dials and a date at 3 o'clock. The display glass back shows the automatic Eta 7750 chronograph movement. The bracelet is stainless steel with concealed clasp. Condition is exceptionally good and not one to miss.

C.2000 Cartier Panthere Ladies 18ct Yellow Gold

Lot #123 (Sale Order 23 of 92)

c.2000 Cartier Panthere VLC 18ct Yellow Gold. The case is 18ct gold with gold bezel and Cartier engraved back. The bracelet is a 5 block link in solid 18ct gold with a double opening concealed clasp. The movement is a Cartier quartz which operates correctly. The dial is beige in colour with black Roman numerals and blued hands. A classic Cartier suitable for both men and women.

2000 Chopard Mille Miglia Titanium Competitor No. 201

Lot #124 (Sale Order 24 of 92)

Chopard Mille-Miglia Chronograph competitor no.201. Black carbon dial with large Arabic luminous hour markers and tachymeter in outer edge. The 1000 Miglia symbol is in the right sub dial and it has a date window between 4 and 5 o'clock. The 39mm case is made in Titanium and has a display back with movement visible. The movement is an ETA 2894 automatic chronograph with stop watch and date function. The Strap is original Chopard tyre tread with Titanium buckle. This is a genuine Miglia event Chopard presented at the event to the competitor and is a great edition to any collection.

1963 Volkswagen Beetle

Lot #201 (Sale Order 25 of 92)

According to his 'birth certificate' (sourced from Stiftung Auto Museum) 'Bertie the Beetle' began life on the 19th of August, 1963 and was despatched from the factory to a destination in Ramsgate some four days later. Since then, and up until our vendor purchased the car in February 2011, we imagine this little Beetle has led a life of ups (partial renovations in 1989 and '92) and downs (on SORN between 2001 to 2008).Our vendor had always intended to create a 'show car' and, although when he purchased 'Bertie ' for £3,360 it was in sound condition, he decided that the time had come to fulfil his ambition and carry out a no expense spared, bare-metal, nut and bolt restoration, and so commenced the next two years in pursuit of perfection. Despite it being in reasonable condition, the original shell was replaced with another from a 1963 Beetle and any sub-standard panels on that were swapped for brand new German-manufactured ones as was the floorpan. Pro-Strip in Nottingham removed all the old paint and anything organic and the vehicle then received a phosphate coating. All bolts, washers, and trim have been replaced in stainless steel or chrome and all seals, grommets and sundry fixings were also renewed.The vendor had a clear idea of how he wanted the interior to look and Bernard Newbury (Auto Interiors) was commissioned to create something special. The seats and panels are trimmed in Red Leather with matching map pockets and gear lever boot. Scarlet, deep pile, wool carpet is fitted throughout, including the parcel shelf, under the bonnet area and the bespoke spare wheel cover. The headlining is finished in a Cream wool-mix fabric. Matching polished-aluminium switches and knobs have been fitted across the interior, and the dashboard is finished off with a retro 'Old Timer' digital radio and speaker. The seat frames and runners were powder coated in black and the seat adjusters fitted with polished aluminium knobs.Daniel Wharton of 'Reichspeed Aircooled' at West Stockwith undertook a complete engine rebuild, boring it out to 1641cc, fitting twin Weber 34 carburettors, stainless steel silencer and Theo Dekker exhausts, deluxe heat exchanger kit, Petronix 11 ignition kit and a Flamethrower 11 coil.The suspension has not been forgotten, having been overhauled and rebuilt with new axles, new front and rear shock absorbers, tie rods and king and link pins along with a lowered ride height, narrowed front beam with new beam plates and adjusters, and chrome torsion arm covers. Disc brakes are fitted at the front with a new master cylinder, copper brake lines, hoses and stainless steel brake hose clips.All external trim was replaced and new items fitted in either stainless steel or chrome including Albert swan-neck mirrors, stainless steel bumpers, and over-riders.As you can imagine this was not a cheap exercise with the parts bill alone coming to in excess of £20,000 never mind labour. Our fastidious vendor has compiled a six-page detailed (very detailed) breakdown of all his costs and this is in the history file along with a number of old receipts and inspection reports dating from the early eighties.This is not a car that has been restored as a faithful 'original, nor is it a 'Custom Car Special', it's more one man's vision of his idea of the Best Beetle in the World.Have a look at it and if you like Beetles, you'll fall in love, and if you don't like Beetles you will still feel a twinge of admiration. Try and find another one. (Photographs courtesy of Paul Knight from Ultra VW magazine).

1943 Willys Jeep

Lot #202 (Sale Order 26 of 92)

In early 1940, the United States Department of War had determined it needed a light, cross-country, four-wheel drive reconnaissance vehicle and was anxious to have one in time for, what may possibly turn out to be, America's entry into World War II in Europe. The U.S. Army solicited proposals from domestic car manufacturers for a replacement for its existing, ageing, light motor vehicles, mainly motorcycles and sidecars, and some Ford Model Ts. Recognising the need to create standard specifications, the Army formalised its requirements on July 11, 1940, and submitted them to 135 U.S. automotive manufacturers.It's a matter of history that ultimately two manufacturers were successful, Willys with their MB (US quarter-ton Army truck) and later, Ford with their GPW (in production designated GP.)Impressively the time taken from conception and tenders being sent out, to the production lines starting to roll, was less than two hundred days, amazing for a vehicle that has stood the test of time and become an unlikely motoring icon. This ability to get things done quickly and well was the deciding factor in America being asked to produce military hardware in vast numbers and build hundreds of ships, arguably influencing the outcome of the Second World War.Considering the manner in which the Jeep was conceived and its role in warfare, it's remarkable that most of the finest classic car collections will include a Willys or Ford WWII Jeep, making the restored example offered here a candidate for serious consideration should one of these yardstick cars have, so far, eluded you, with these Jeep particularly popular at the Goodwood Revival and other motoring events.This consignor is a huge fan of the Land Rover Series I, but it is the rarer sight of the inspirational Willys Jeep, trundling down the road and parked purposefully at classic car shows that draws the attention. It is the Jeep that became the icon first, driven by victorious soldiers into newly liberated towns and villages during the closing stages of World War II. Cheered on by the ecstatic inhabitants, more used to seeing tanks and armoured cars, Jeeps with their open air insouciance posed no threat and were welcomed across the theatre of war, with the final curtain drawing to a close.This wonderful 1943 example, was first registered in the UK on the 20th March 1981, and our vendor informs us that it was left to a gentleman in a will along with a Humber Snipe. He decided to lend both vehicles to the Corps of Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers (REME) Museum at Arborfield, Berkshire, where it remained on display for the last fifteen years until the museum was relocated to Wiltshire in 2015. Upon purchase by our vendor, he replaced the four wheel cylinders, front brake shoes, hub seals and water pump. Presented to auction with a Swansea V5C and an odometer reading of some 44,000 miles which is probably a touch academic on a vehicle of this nature.This "museum quality" Willys Jeep is generally in very good order and ready to do the things that Jeeps do. As a 1943 example, it almost certainly saw some action somewhere, which will make an interesting research project for the successful bidder.

1973 Lotus Elan +2s 130/5

Lot #203 (Sale Order 27 of 92)

To our mind the Elan +2S 130/5 is the greatest car in the classic Lotus range. Not to discount the charming Elan Sprint DHC or the beautiful Elite S1, but, at prices north of £45,000 for the former and more than £70,000 for the latter the +2S punches well above its weight in looks and performance at a more modest outlay. Indeed, the recent sale of the ex-Ronnie Petersen +2S at £72,000 shows that we're not the only ones who recognise the potential of the sporty +2S.Resplendent in Lotus Yellow with Oatmeal leatherette seats, our car has been the subject of a comprehensive nut and bolt restoration by a skilled private restorer earning the car top marks from the folks at Paul Matty Sports Cars who supplied many of the parts used in the rebuild. Completed in 2015 after close to twenty years in slumber, this car now wants for nothing but the open road. Indeed, the car has covered just c1000 miles since its restoration and is performing faultlessly on song!Built from a new spider chassis, the car was fully stripped with many parts either replaced, or reconditioned and returned to the car during the build. The engine was fully stripped, the cylinder walls honed, and new rings put on. New seals, gaskets, water pump and timing chain were also added. The compression test before stripping confirmed that the pistons were in good order, so these were cleaned and refitted. The transmission specialist, Graham Boulton, who worked for Lotus on these cars in period, was entrusted to rebuild the 5-speed gearbox and diff in April 2014 before it was married to the car later in the restoration.Cosmetically, the car received a new dashboard, fully refurbished instruments (including an upgrade on the rev counter to accommodate an electronic ignition in the future), new carpets, original seats in oatmeal, and of course, a full repaint in the Lotus Yellow which so suits this era and style of sports car.Receipts and invoices which accompany the car total close to £10,000 for parts alone, although with labour charges plus the cost of buying the ‘donor' car it's easy to see where significantly more than £30,000 could be spent in trying to recreate such a car today. The current MOT is valid until February, 2017.An eyeful to behold and a delight to drive with predictable handling, pin-sharp steering, and a throaty roar from the big valve engine. The driving experience is 'pure Lotus' and unparalleled at this price level. The +2S 130/5 is as good as it gets when it comes to Elans, and this bright yellow example is as good a +2S as you'll find.

1990 Audi Rr Quattro Turbo 20v

Lot #204 (Sale Order 28 of 92)

The Audi 'Quattro' presented at the Geneva Motor Show in March 1980 represented a quantum leap in the repositioning of the Audi brand with their mission statement "Vorsprung durch Technik" having been applied literally. A new 20-valve engine was introduced in 1989 and with it, the Quattro became the last series production model to be given a controlled catalytic converter. After 11,452 Quattro cars had been built, production of the longest built Audi model ceased on 17 May 1991.This 20-valve Audi Quattro RR Turbo was supplied new to the UK by Audi and VW main agent Gilders of Sheffield on 25th April 1990. The first owner was a Mr M.Chappell and amongst the factory options he selected were heated seats, central locking, ABS, larger alternator, electric windows, ‘Quattro' design interior, and Chrystal Metallic Silver bodywork. Despite an ownership change to his business and then back to him personally, this is effectively a one owner from new Audi Quattro.The original service book shows evidence of regular service intervals and the car was last serviced by Audi specialists Swift Performance of Sheffield in April 2016. The service book, some invoices and a good number of previous MoT certificates substantiate a total mileage of a mere 16,231 miles.As one would expect for such a low mileage example, this Quattro is in show condition and is the best example we have ever seen. The paint is in fine order and the shut lines are superb. The engine bay is extremely clean and shows no signs of modifications with factory correct finishes, stickers, and fittings. The interior is in very good condition and is completely original.Finding an original 20v Quattro is hard enough in the current marketplace, but one showing just 16,231 miles is a truly special proposition. With BMW E30 M3s and Mercedes-Benz Evo models hitting new heights in recent years, it seems that the humble Quattro will inevitably follow in their footsteps. With world rally winning pedigree and a growing cult status, the demand for low-mileage Quattros is surely going to increase for many years to come.We encourage pre-sale inspections and prospective bidders should contact the office for further information on this true ‘best-of-breed' example. Your chance to relive the glorious 1980s in ‘the' car of its era!

1971 Ford Escort Rs1600

Lot #205 (Sale Order 29 of 92)

In 1970, Ford opened their Advanced Vehicles Operation at Aveley in Essex and this was dedicated to the production of the Escort RS range. It also marked the formation of Ford's RS Dealer network to sell these products to a very eager public. For the first time ever, professional teams and privateers alike could compete on an equal footing, so even the 'clubman' equipped with his RS Parts catalogue had reason to be optimistic. The Ford Escort RS1600 BDA would dominate the World Rally Championship for several years and turn British and Scandinavian drivers into household names. During the next decade the continued success of the Escort rally program helped it remain as the best selling car in the UK, and in conjunction with the well-balanced and sporting nature of the rest of the range, even Ford Detroit were starting to refer to the British Isles as "treasure island".Offered here is an ex-Ford Press Car Department, RS1600 finished in Tawny with a black and grey interior. A copy of the green log book has 'Ford Motor Company, Warley' listed as the first owner until 8-8-1972 and the history file contains copies of period road tests. The complete line of ownership is recorded on file culminating in the penultimate owner, when in 2009 it was sold to Jeremy Smith, the AVO Owners Club registrar. He sold the RS to our vendor in 2013 making a total of five previous owners. In 1988 it was restored by Wharncliffe Motor Engineers and remains today as an excellent older restoration. It still retains its original BDA engine, air box and chassis plate, and importantly its Chelmsford registration synonymous with all significant Ford Public Affairs Department press cars.At this guide, the RS1600 represents a great opportunity to own an important piece of Ford history and a homologation car that defined rallying in the seventies.

1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia Sprint Speciale

Lot #206 (Sale Order 30 of 92)

Alfa Romeo introduced the 1600cc version of the Giulietta at the Auto Salon Geneva in March 1963, and it would now become known as the Giulia SS. With a drag coefficient of only 0.28, its ''Disco Volante'' styling by Bertone was years before its time and was regarded by many as the prettiest small-capacity coupé ever to be built. The pure aerodynamics applied to the design resulted in the Alfa Romeo Giulia Sprint Speciale having very low wind noise at high speeds and a top speed of over 120mph. This was all obtained from the 1570cc twin cam engine with twin Weber 45DCOE carburettors producing 112bhp.Chassis number AR380343 is a 1600cc Giulia SS that is 1 of just 1,339 examples ever made. The stunning Bertone coachwork is finished in silver and the paintwork is described as in "fantastic order". The previous owner purchased this car in Paris in 2003 and it formed part of his large collection in Germany. In 2010 the car was restored to a very high standard and there are photographs of the restoration in the history file. At the time of the restoration, the interior was wisely not ‘overdone' and appears to be largely original.Mechanically the car performs very well and the engine pulls well through all the five gears. The glorious Alfa twin-cam engine sounds superbly raspy and the overall driving experience is very special indeed. The engine bay is presented in fine order and this Alfa Romeo has clearly been the subject of significant expenditure over the years.Supplied with previous German registration document (Fahrzeugbrief), old Carte Grise from pre-2003 ownership in France and a current MoT certificate, this Alfa SS is ready for UK registration if required, with a NOVA document and all the paperwork required. This is a very good and rare SS Alfa Romeo that is a pleasurable and rewarding drivers' car given its light controls and competition derived handling. Very few classics have this ability to tour so effortlessly, efficiently and in such style!

1959 Jaguar Xk150 3.4 S Drophead Coupe

Lot #207 (Sale Order 31 of 92)

The XK150 S was introduced in 1958 and is widely regarded as the culmination of Jaguar's engineering achievements with the XK series. Indeed, the specification of the XK150 S undoubtedly paved the way for the E-Type that replaced it in 1961. The "S" boasted triple SU carburettors, a revised Harry Weslake-modified cylinder head, and a manual 4-speed overdrive transmission. Performance was seriously impressive for 1958 with an enhanced output of 250bhp and a top speed of 132 mph.This Jaguar XK150 Drophead Coupe is one of just 37 right-hand drive examples ever produced. According to the Heritage Certificate, the car was manufactured on 29th May 1959 and delivered to Henlys of London a little over three weeks later. The numerous service records on file date back to June 1961 and show that the Jaguar was previously road registered as 'XMT 150' and 'MRA 363' before acquiring its current '1552 MW' number plate the following year. Invoices in the history issued by F.W. Mays & Co. Ltd of Dorking, Surrey, show previous owners in the 1960s including Messrs Aird, Grogan and Lines.The Jaguar spent the next twenty-odd years in the possession of Chelsea resident, Jonathan Morse Esq. It was entrusted to his neighbouring Burgess Garage of Drayton Gardens, London SW10 between November 1970 and June 1975. The 150 benefited from routine maintenance and an extensive engine overhaul at 39,190 miles (reground crankshaft, rebored block, new timing chain, pistons, bearings, valves etc in January 1971). Extensive paperwork on file shows significant maintenance carried out by Mr Morse during the 1980s, including regular oil and fluid changes as well as new disc brakes in 1983, a Falcon stainless steel exhaust in 1988, overhauled springs in 1988 and fresh wishbone bushes in 1989.Further renovation work took place in the early 1990s, including various chassis repairs (new L/H sill, steel floor / tunnel, battery boxes and L/H pillar / box channel etc) undertaken by Kat's of Kimpton, Herts. A complete strip and overhaul of the car's four-speed manual gearbox and overdrive units by Alan R. George of Clunderwen, Dyfed took place at 77,534 miles. Further invoices on file in this period show the fitting of a new clutch master / slave cylinders, reconditioned fuel pumps and a replacement petrol tank.The XK150 'S' was then sold to its next registered keeper, N. Lawrence Esq of Wayford, Crewkerne by Camberley Marine & Sportscars Ltd on 6th July 1993. Having part-exchanged an Aston Martin DB5 to help fund its purchase, Mr Lawrence commissioned the Jaguar Restoration Centre of Bridport, Dorset to rejuvenate the XK150 'S' shortly thereafter. Fitted with fresh door skins and sidelight pods etc, the car was refinished in its original livery / trim combination, with a full body-off respray by Wren Classics of Shaftesbury, Dorset in stunning Pearl Grey with red leather upholstery and a black hood.Sporting refurbished chrome work and replacement wire wheels, the car also gained a new mohair hood envelope and crank damper in 1995 and 1998 respectively. Wren Classics carried out some further work including some paintwork and brake system fettling during May 2003, while various old MoT certificates show that the Jaguar's odometer reading rose from 77,536 miles to 79,681 miles between May 1992 and September 2009.Bought by its most recent keeper from JD Classics, the car benefited from preparation and a thorough overhaul by JD Classics prior to being sold. Believed to have covered just over 80,000 miles from new, this Drophead Coupé's last major outing was a 500-mile round trip to the Goodwood Revival. Boasting matching engine, chassis and body numbers, this ultra-rare, home market XK150 'S' 3.4 Drophead Coupe is offered for sale with operating, maintenance, and service handbook (plus supplement), numerous bills / invoices and has been maintained to the very highest standards.

2008 Ferrari F430 Spider - Manual

Lot #208 (Sale Order 32 of 92)

Manufactured from 2004 until 2009, the Ferrari F430 was the successor to the enormously successful 360M. According to its creators, the F430 was at least 70 % new compared with the 360. It had a new engine, a new F1 gearbox, a new diff and a brand-new chassis, and although the styling is obviously reminiscent of the 360M’s, in reality, it’s pretty much a ground-up design. Only the bonnet, doors, and roof were carried over; the rest, even the door mirrors, were all new and largely the work of Pininfarina, overseen by Ferrari’s design chief Frank Stephenson. The F430’s complex variable-valve-timing system is also lifted straight from the Enzo’s V12, and as ever there is dry-sump lubrication, a very high compression ratio (11.3:1), a variable airflow plenum chamber. and an enormous electronic brain making the decisions in the form of not one, but two, Bosch Motronic ME7 ECUs. At 483bhp it has a significant 21 % more power than the 360. Its fabulous 4.3-litre V8 will rocket this very sleek new Ferrari from 0-62mph in just 3.7 seconds and on to a maximum speed in excess of 196mph. Having been designed initially with a later convertible in mind, the arrival of the Spider in 2005 was no surprise. Weighing only a few pounds more than the Berlinetta and having been designed with the aid of the company's F1 aerodynamicists, the Spider is just as slippery and its top speed is only a few miles an hour less. The ingenious electric soft-top mechanism works really quickly and makes its predecessor seem almost ponderous by comparison. A soft top was chosen as opposed to a Mercedes-style folding steel panel as Ferrari wanted its glorious red-top engine to remain in view. Offered here is a UK, right-hand drive F430 Spider that’s fitted with the rare and desirable manual gearbox. Presented in the striking combination of Grigio Alloy (Light Blue/Silver) with Crema hide, this car has covered 13,100 miles since leaving Maranello in 2008. It has a full service history having been looked after by Graypaul with the most recent service on 26/07/2016 and the history file contains a comprehensive list of the Ferrari's maintenance from new.Factory fitted options include ceramic brakes with red calipers, coloured dashboard, electric seats and the Navtrak anti-theft system. Not only that, but this car comes with its full Ferrari tool kit, tyre pressure and puncture kit, Ferrari car cover, seat covers, wired-in battery conditioner and still has one year left on its Ferrari power warranty. This low-mileage 430 Spider has clearly been well cared for and being well optioned, particularly with the manual gearbox, is a very desirable car.Photo credit: Auto Italia Magazine.

1973 Citroen Ds Super 5

Lot #209 (Sale Order 33 of 92)

The Citroen DS was introduced by the French company in 1955 and produced in various derivatives over the next 20 years, becoming the company's most successful model with over 1.5 million sold by the end of production in 1975. The DS was designed by an Italian and became instantly recognisable for its aerodynamic and futuristic shape and innovative technology, including a hydropneumatic self-levelling suspension.This truly stunning, right-hand drive DS is presented in period white (Blanc Meije) bodywork with original Red Targa upholstery. It has just one previous recorded keeper, the CEO of the supplying Citroen dealership, and was originally registered with the number plate WRC 1.This unrivaled European show winner has collected multiple Concours trophies since 1987 and possesses its own display cabinets that bulge with, in excess of, 200 awards. Crowned National Champion at both the Welsh Benson & Hedges Concours and Popular Classics Roadshow, the Citroen also achieved victories at the Scottish Benson & Hedges Concours, was an NEC show winner and a national Meguiars Concours display car. It featured prominently at the Paris Concours and Citroen World Championship, not to mention its television career with appearances on both Top Gear and Fifth Gear.The quality of the restoration is truly exceptional! The car is known on the world Citroen circuit, having won Concours d'Elegance events in eight European countries and has even been offered a permanent place at the national Citroen Museum in France.Documentation supporting the car's history fills a number of storage boxes, full photographic restoration folders and at least 150 magazine features will accompany the car. Words are not adequate to convey the condition of this important piece of motoring history, it simply must be seen to be believed.

2005 Bentley Continental GT

Lot #210 (Sale Order 34 of 92)

Unveiled in 2003 at the Geneva Motor Show, the Continental GT was a different animal altogether. Very importantly, the car differed significantly from the previous Continental R & T models in terms of its concept: although much of the car is hand assembled, it is a mass-produced car made in significantly larger numbers. It isnot a coachbuilt car. As a result, the price at launch was significantly less than the Continental R (approximately half) and this immediately exposed the car to an entirely different and much wider customer base as a more affordable car.The Crewe-built car's numbers were impressive with twin-turbo VAG 6.0 litre W12 engines, developed in the VW Phaeton and stillborn W12 sports car, producing. 552bhp and 479lb ft torque. This prodigious output was fed through a six-speed automatic box from the new A8, and distributed by the Quattro four-wheel drive system. 0-60 in 4.7 seconds and a top speed of 196mph were significant for a car of this stature.This 2005 Continental GT is finished in the sophisticated colour combination of Cypress Green with Saddle Tan hide and Burr Walnut facings. It has covered just over 13,000miles and has a full history. The Pre-Delivery inspection was carried out in February 2005 at 48 miles, the car was serviced in August 2007 at 5,332 miles and again in September 2009 at 8,102 miles.The vendor describes the Coachwork, Paintwork, Engine, Transmission, Electrics and Trim as excellent. (he actually said 'Perfect' but we are not legally able to use that term). The only item of maintenance required is to fit fresh batteries to the Tyre-Pressure Monitors. It's fitted with a Tracker, Phone base and Sat-Nav with a full set of European and Scandinavian maps.This stunning Continental GT is only just 'run-in' and at this guide, in this condition, there is no better way to experience the first flush of Bentley ownership. Supplied with UK V5c and a fresh MoT.

1998 Ferrari 550 Maranello

Lot #211 (Sale Order 35 of 92)

Firmly placed in Ferrari's history as one of their finest big GTs, the 550 Maranello's combination of its elegant Pininfarina lines and legendary front mounted 12-cylinder engine, meant that these cars had the potential to become instant classics, following in the footsteps and sharing the DNA of its forebear, the 365 GTB/4 'Daytona'. With modern styling cues, a 5.5-litre V12 engine producing around 485bhp and a reported top speed of 199mph, the 550 Maranello was a seriously quick motor car, The six-speed gearbox combined with a slightly more even torque curve meant that power delivery was a little less frenetic, and excellent weight distribution combined with the 550's delightful road manners were all factors in the car becoming the perfect 'European Grand Tourer'. This UK, RHD 550 was delivered new to the Isle of Man from official Ferrari dealers H.R.Owen in January 1998 and has covered a mere 1,977 miles since then. The original bill of sale included in the history file confirms the purchase price new in 1998 was £144,927. The car was delivered to Stratstone in December 2001 for its first service with 244 miles indicated and they completed the first cam-belt change during that visit. It may have seemed a little unnecessary to change the belts at such a low mileage but it was three years old and no expense was ever spared in the maintenance of this cossetted Ferrari. A further five years passed when Graypaul welcomed the 550 in for its second service with 261 miles on the odometer. Again cam-belts were replaced at this service (despite the fact that it had only covered 17 miles since the last change) and Graypaul continued to service the car every year from 06-09. In 2009, 319 was the tantalising mileage indicated when the current owner bought the car through Graypaul in August of that year to become its second owner. As part of the purchase, he bought and fitted a new set of tyres and went out to enjoy the unique thrill of a V12 front engine Ferrari and continue the process of 'running-in' the eleven-year-old car. One year later, in July 2010, our vendor took the car to the main Ferrari agent Meridien Modena in Lyndhurst for a service having covered 1,168 miles. Invoices in the history file show a further service in August 2011 at Meridien Modena with 1,454 miles showing and then in July 2013 they also replaced the cam-belts along with the regular service. The next and last service was completed in October of last year and the car has since resided in our vendor's significant collection enjoying the comforts of dry storage – as it always has been under his ownership. Reported to have never been driven in the rain (anecdotal) this very special car is certainly one of the finest examples we have ever seen and has clearly been meticulously maintained. With the incredibly low mileage shown, this may well represent an unrepeatable opportunity to acquire a rare Italian icon that continues to offer significant investment potential in the front engine Ferrari market.

1967 Jaguar E-type Series 1 4.2 Coupé 2+2

Lot #212 (Sale Order 36 of 92)

The Jaguar E-type is an icon of British automotive history, and it isn't difficult to see why. Sensational looks, the ability to reach close to 150mph and all for half the price of an Aston or a Ferrari at the time. Jaguar's sports car was an instant sensation as its curvaceous good looks - equally good in roadster or fixed-head forms - were clearly related to the Le Mans-winning D-types of the 1950s, sculpted by aerodynamicist Malcolm Sayer. Jaguar continued to develop the E-type throughout its life. The first major results of this program of improvements became obvious in 1964 when the newly enlarged 4.2-litre XK engine was installed and, although maximum power remained unchanged at 265bhp, torque was usefully increased, improving driveability. Other improvements included the arrival of a fully synchronised Moss gearbox and twin SU petrol pumps. A Lucas alternator was adopted along with negative-earth electrics, a pre-engaged starter was designed and a Lockheed vacuum servo replaced the Kelsey Haynes unit originally fitted. The seats were redesigned, being plusher and pleated, whilst an all-black instrument panel replaced the original aluminum one. A 2+2 version of the Coupé was added in 1966 and this was some nine inches longer with marginally different roof angles. This is a UK, RHD matching numbers, manual, 2+2 that has been meticulously restored by classic car specialist Robin Lackford in 2009 to 2010. The restoration was thorough and no expense spared with the car taken back to bare metal, thoroughly prepared and superbly resprayed in its original Jaguar Cream. During the restoration, we are informed Jaguar Heritage were consulted on a regular basis to make sure the car was as close to factory specification as possible. Clearly, this input has been effective as ‘LDF 131E’ looks spot-on and would reward close inspection. This is unquestionably a Concours standard restoration. The odometer is showing 68,000 miles, which is believed genuine, but cannot be warranted.Since the restoration was finished in late 2010, our vendor has enjoyed, loved and cherished his E-Type and used it as a good classic should be. It has formed part of his significant collection enjoying the benefits of dry storage and he has tended to use it only on dry days as is evident if you have a look underneath. Cream is a rare colour for an E-type these days and it really does suit the longer car's slightly different lines. This is a superb opportunity to acquire an incredibly pretty and expertly restored, potential Concours winning 2+2 E-Type Coupé.

1965 Ford Mustang GT

Lot #213 (Sale Order 37 of 92)

The genesis for the line of tuned Mustangs that subsequently followed, was the early production 289ci High Performance (Hi-Po) Mustang. This was the car that Carroll Shelby took and rebadged as the GT350. Only 535 of these early K-Code cars were produced with many destined for Shelby's Los Angeles workshops. These early cars were produced with performance in mind with the Hi-Po 289 engine, no power steering, revised suspension, optional front discs and with a manual 4-speed gearbox. Only one per cent of Mustangs produced in 1965 were 289 Hi-Po examples, making it a very rare car before the marketing department realised the potential of badging it as a GT.Offered here is a truly stunning restored Ford Mustang GT fastback finished in Silver Blue Metallic (Silver Lakes) with White vinyl upholstery incorporating blue panels complimenting the deluxe interior with 'Pony' trim. The restoration was conducted by Cars Ltd of New Zealand to a world class standard and the finished result is as close to production as possible of this rare ‘K' Code car. The Hi-Po 289ci V8 engine was rebuilt to original ‘K' code specification as was every component of this remarkable restoration. The history file contains editorial from New Zealand Classic Car (January 2012) that charts the complete story line of the discovery and revival of this Mustang to the winner of numerous Concours events in New Zealand.The Ford Mustang fastback is an icon and this example would certainly be hard to better.

1996 Bentley Continental R Jack Barclay

Lot #214 (Sale Order 38 of 92)

In a nod to the most beautiful Bentley of them all, the first Continental since 1966 used the 'R' suffix to recall memories of the R-type. The name wasn't taken in vain, for this was also the first individually-styled Bentley since the Sixties. Launched in 1991, the Bentley Continental R was a large, ultra-exclusive, luxury coupé made by Bentley until 2003. It was the fastest, most expensive, and most powerful Bentley of its day and was also the most expensive production car in the world at launch. It was substantially more streamlined than the contemporary Bentley saloons and the stalwart 6.75 litre V8 engine was boosted in power.In the 1996 model year (chassis numbers between 53001 and 53514), the basic Continental R was priced at £187,354 in the UK. In this year, some of the most significant changes since the launch of the car were introduced, notably the inclusion of the liquid-cooled chargecooler as standard, along with improved engine management ensuring a better throttle response, an increase in fuel efficiency and, digitally controlled, turbo over-boost. It also meant an increase in power output, and a change in policy by Rolls Royce as this was the first time performance figures were officially released by the manufacturer, departing from a long tradition of describing performance as ‘adequate' or ‘sufficient'. This was probably because the figures were so impressive: 385 bhp at 4000rpm and torque of 550lbft, peaking at only 2000rpm, and available up to 4000rpm. No other production car in the world at the time delivered such levels of torque. 0-60 mph was now officially quoted by Rolls Royce as ‘sub 6 seconds' and a top speed of 155 mph. The 1996 model year also saw revised 17" alloy wheels and steering wheel tilt adjustment for the first time. This was electrically adjustable and so could now be set as part of the seat and wing mirror memory positions.The car presented here is a 1996 Continental R ‘Jack Barclay' by Mulliner Park Ward. This very special car is number 8 of only 10 examples specifically commissioned in 1996 by the world's largest and oldest Bentley dealership Jack Barclay of London. Known as a Dealer Limited Edition and ensuring maximum exclusivity, these 10 cars are highly sought-after. If you were fortunate enough to be able to buy one in 1996, the original purchase price was £196,408. As when new, the car looks resplendent in special order Silver Dollar paint and features the later Azure black leather seats (giving a much better driving position and sense of sitting within the car). The car features lowered suspension, widened bodywork, a re-profiled front air dam and an upgraded interior. This particular car's overall condition is very good, and we're told the driving experience is "as good as you'd hope for".The car is accompanied by a copy of its original build sheets from Bentley, a thorough servicing history and many invoices. Servicing has been appropriate, having been back to main-agent Broughtons Bentley (between 1996 and 1998), then at Jack Barclay Bentley (1999 - 2002 & 2004), marque specialists Wraith Motors (2003 & 2005 - 2011) and marque specialist Sunningdale (2013 - present). In 2013, a previous owner invested £13,645 with Royce Service & Engineering of Surrey on maintenance and Bentley-approved upgrades to the car. As is common practice, these sanctioned upgrades modernised the car cosmetically, being factory-issued on cars from 1998. These included wing vents, a matrix grille, mesh grills under the lights, clear indicator lenses, and the fitting of a wood-rim steering wheel.This ultra-rare Bentley has covered 67,000 serene miles and been enjoyed and driven, as these cars were designed to do, but has been fastidiously maintained. Modern-era Bentleys deserve to have the renaissance they richly deserve and this beautiful Continental R ‘Jack Barclay', whilst being competitively guided, opens the door into a very exclusive club. Now ready to be enjoyed by a new owner, this is one not to be missed, and has the potential to be a shrewd investment.

1961 Mercedes-benz 190SL

Lot #215 (Sale Order 39 of 92)

Further details to follow shortly.

1960 Aston Martin DB4 'Series II'

Lot #216 (Sale Order 40 of 92)

The Aston Martin DB4 was launched at the London Motor Show in 1958 and was the first of the very successful DB4/5/6 line-up, featuring elegant coachwork designed by Touring of Milan. The handmade aluminum bodywork panels were mounted on a steel tube frame, using the Superleggera (super light) method of construction. All round disc brakes were fitted, made first by Dunlop and later on by Girling, and all DB4s were powered by a new six-cylinder, all aluminium 3670cc engine, designed by Tadek Marek and developing around 240bhp.The DB4 offered excellent performance for the time, with a top speed of 140mph and 60mph arriving in 8.5 seconds. The gearbox was produced by Aston's owner, David Brown, and a Vantage engine was also available, offering even higher power outputs. There were five series of the DB4, each series introduced changes and developments to the original Series One cars. The model was aptly summarised by 'Autosport': "Performance, controllability, and comfort have been combined in the Aston Martin DB4 to make it a highly desirable car: one in which long journeys can be completed very quickly indeed with the minimum of risk or discomfort and the maximum of pleasure."This Series II Aston Martin DB4 was supplied new on 27th May 1960 to Cyril Williams Motors in Wolverhampton and registered with its current registration of 7777 DA. A copy of the factory build sheet states the car was supplied in Ming Blue with an Off-White interior and fitted with a Motorola radio. The gearbox was replaced under guarantee at the works on the 13th July 1960 and it was acquired by its second owner on 22nd January 1962, a Major J.T. Macfarlane of Bournemouth. He sold the car to a Mr. G. Bilton of Abingdon in 1964 and the car then passed through a number of keepers. It was acquired by the last registered keeper on 22nd May 1986 and it was his pride and joy for nearly thirty years until it was sold to our vendor.A very large history file accompanies the car detailing ownership changes, copies of the factory build and worksheets, along with a record of all works and bills from 1986 onwards. In addition, there are a large number of MoT certificates dating all the way back to 1975. The car was maintained by Aston Martin up until 1964 with a mileage of 56,675.According to the history file, a new engine was fitted in 1966, this reads 370/396 on the car today, and was a crated engine fitted by Eton Manor Group in Slough. A letter from Aston Martin on 5th February 1973, confirms that the engine is an original DB4 unit.Presented in highly original condition, the bodywork was re-sprayed in the early 1980s to its current colour of Fiesta Red. The interior has been preserved beautifully and is almost completely original. The carpets are totally original, as is the radio and the seats, whilst slightly cracked, are still finished in the original Off White leather.Supplied with an extremely rare Aston Martin DB4/DB4 GT workshop manual, DB4 Instruction book, DB4 parts book, current MoT certificate and a huge amount of paperwork, this DB4 is the perfect candidate for a restoration to the buyer's specification. Equally, the car is eminently usable as it is with a fresh MoT or could be transformed to fast-road or racing specification. An increasingly difficult to find blank canvas for its next owner, this Aston Martin offers superb originality and the chance to own a true motoring icon.

1974 Lamborghini Jarama S

Lot #217 (Sale Order 41 of 92)

Born from a desire to satisfy the insatiable appetite of the American market, the Jarama was essentially a redesigned Islero built to comply with strict new USA safety rules. Ferruccio Lamborghini named the Jarama after a district in Spain renowned for breeding fighting bulls and first showed his new prize bull at the 1970 Geneva Motor Show.Sources vary for accuracy, but our research suggests that just 327 Jaramas were manufactured. Of these 177 were the ‘standard' Jarama produced from 1970 to 1972 and 150 were the Jarama 'S' produced from 1972 to 1975. Of these, only 23 were built in right-hand drive, and of these, just 18 were the Jarama ‘S' model as offered here today. A rare beastie indeed....This particular right-hand drive example, being chassis number #10608, was completed at the factory on the 24th May 1974 and sold new to the UK. Its factory build number was 305, suggesting it was one of the last cars manufactured.The previous owner acquired #10608 in the UK in 2008 and had it immediately shipped to his home in Australia where a total nut and bolt 'Concours' standard restoration was completed. Absolutely everything was either restored or rebuilt and no stone was left unturned to make this car "as good as it could be".Painted in Grigio Avalon the result is simply stunning and really suits the car. The interior was retrimmed in black and provides a lovely contrast to the paintwork. During the course of the restoration, the owner made the decision to make some subtle improvements to the car to make it a little more usable. These improvements included cleverly modifying the seat runners to create a bit more headroom, fitting a modern rotary air conditioning compressor, a modern improved cooling system with electric fans, electronic ignition, central locking, hidden speakers and an iPod dock. The owner also opted to have the Campagnolo 'knock-off' wheels from a Miura fitted which complete the look perfectly.The car has a known and documented history from new and a substantial history file accompanies it which includes an owner's manual, an Espada / Jarama engine manual, parts manual, original sales brochures and other literature as well as a tool kit and two sets of keys.We understand it has traveled fewer than 2,000 miles since its restoration was completed, and all the post-restoration niggles have now been resolved so this striking Lamborghini is now ready to be used and enjoyed. The car was much admired at the Festival of Speed, having been invited to take part in the Cartier Style et Luxe on the Cartier Lawn, one of the most famous Concours d'Elegance in the world.We love how unusual this rare Lamborghini is, and how different a statement it makes in a similar price bracket to say, a similarly restored Series II E-Type or Mercedes SL Pagoda, of which, choices are plentiful. Our hunch is that your individuality today could be seriously well-rewarded tomorrow...

1992 Lotus Esprit Turbo SE

Lot #218 (Sale Order 42 of 92)

The silver Italdesign styling exercise that eventually became the Esprit was unveiled at the Turin Motor Show in 1972 as a concept car and was designed around a stretched Lotus Europa chassis. It was among the first of designer Giorgetto Giugiaro's polygonal "folded paper" designs. Originally, the name Kiwi was proposed, but in keeping with the Lotus tradition of having all car model names start with the letter "E", the name became Esprit.In 1987, Lotus embarked upon a masterful in-house restyling by Peter Stevens and this new "Stevens" Esprit Turbo became available from the start of the 1988 model year. Mechanically the car was virtually identical to the previous year and utilised the same 2.2-litre turbocharged engine, as well as a revised four-wheel independent suspension. The model also played a starring role in films such as ‘Pretty Woman', ‘Basic Instinct' and ‘Taking Care of Business'.This Lotus Esprit Turbo SE was first registered in the UK in 1992 and has covered an incredible 1,800 miles from new. The car was registered to a Ms A. Price in 1992 and was safely secured in her ownership for many years, covering very little mileage. Previous MoT certificates show that in 2005 this Esprit had covered just 379 miles. In 2006 it had driven 989 miles, in 2009 1,355 miles and in 2013 just 1,764 miles. Whilst not a complete set of certificates, they do help to substantiate the incredible mileage of this car.As one would expect, the aesthetic condition of this ‘high wing' Esprit is simply superb. The bodywork is finished in its original colour of Flat Black and retains excellent panel fit and paint quality. The original cream leather hide interior has been preserved in stunning condition and the cockpit is a delight to behold. The engine bay and underside are in fine order and the car has been exercised in recent weeks by the current owner.There are service bills and stamps in the original service book from marque specialist Paul Matty Sports Cars in 2005, 2009, 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015. In addition, the history file boasts an original Lotus Esprit leather booklet with all manuals, booklets, and a torch.This must be one of the lowest mileage Esprit Turbos in existence and is certainly the most original car we have ever inspected. A true collector's item, one would be hard-pressed to find another in such remarkable condition.

1915 American La France Speedster

Lot #219 (Sale Order 43 of 92)

American LaFrance started out as the LaFrance Manufacturing Company which focused on building and selling hand-pulled and hand pumped equipment designed to help put out fires. They subsequently developed various fire appliances and equipment utilizing steam for its power and such was their success that, in 1903, the American LaFrance Fire Engine Company was established in Elmira, New York. At this time, the internal combustion engine was gaining popularity and usefulness within a number of industries, and naturally, American LaFrance kept an eye on the new engine while it continued to produce its steam, horse-drawn and hand-powered fire equipment. However, it wouldn't be long before the benefits of the new engine would become apparent and inevitably the company started building engine-driven, fire appliances. A natural progression from this would be the construction and assembly of automobiles at a later date, however, the name American LaFrance will always be synonymous with decades of building ever more modern fire engines and emergency vehicles finally closing in 2014.Now going off at a complete tangent, motor racing around the 1907 to 1912 period was hugely popular, not just in Europe but also in the USA. The 1907 Peking to Paris race had been followed closely in the States and was the inspiration for the following years New York to Paris Race (heading West). The race was of international interest with daily front page coverage by the New York Times (a co-sponsor of the race with the Parisian newspaper Le Matin). Apparently, 250,000 spectators arrived to watch the early stages and the significance of the event extended far beyond the race itself. Also generating interest in America was the 1908 French Grand Prix held at Dieppe. Crowds lined the 48-mile route for this 10 lap race which was won by Christian Lautenschlager in a Mercedes. Nowadays we tend to think of cars from this period as quirky museum pieces but for this event there were 'works' teams from, Mercedes, Opel, Fiat, Benz, Itala, Germain, Clément Beynard, Renault, Lorraine-Dietrich, Austin, and others. This event prompted the inauguration of the 1910 American Grand Prize which was effectively a Grand Prix held on closed roads outside Savannah, Georgia and again there were a dozen factory supported teams mainly from Europe.So when all the Europeans had gone home there was a tremendous upsurge of interest in racing cars round and round but no cars in which to do it. Cinder tracks, grass tracks and ovals sprung up everywhere and racing cars were built from anything you could find, with varying levels of success.If you haven't quite worked out where this is all going, it's about to become clear. The requirements for a fire engine then (and for many years to come) were a long rigid chassis that could take the weight of the purpose-built body, water tanks, hoses, ladders etc. and about 10 men. The engine had to be sufficiently powerful to get all the above to the scene of the fire as quickly as possible. American LaFrance did this well and they had a reputation for design and engineering. However, as technology progressed in terms of fire fighting equipment, new bodies were designed and popped onto the chassis which didn't really need to change much. That meant that there were occasionally older chassis available for sale and this was a fantastic opportunity for would-be racers. A long, really strong chassis, a 14-litre engine with enough torque to move Idaho a couple of feet, brakes, gearbox, and wheels, etc and all of it low mileage (50miles a week) and maintained on a daily basis by blokes with nothing else to do but wait for a 'shout'. All you had to do was build a basic body similar to the ones you'd seen at the American Grand Prize, use a beer barrel as a tank and strap on a couple of chairs from Grandad's porch. These cars were put together all over America and even American LaFrance got in on the act when they introduced their own version sporting a massive, 855 cu.in. T-head six-cylinder engine producing a whopping 100bhp and christened the Speedster, a term which became widely used for all vehicles of this type.The amazing Speedster on offer today has only recently been finished but is not strictly a rebuild, a restoration or a replication, it's more of an individual creation in the style of the 1916 Speedsters, an 'homage' to the early days when cars like this were thundering around cinder ovals all over mid-America. However, most importantly, it is built on a 1915 American LaFrance lorry chassis, the same ''long frame” used as a basis for their legendary fire engines, and is powered by the correct 1915, 6-cylinder, 14.6-litre petrol engine. After the old lorry body was thrown away the chassis was completely stripped, repaired, jigged and powder coated. The engine, gearbox, running gear, steering, brakes and wheels were also treated with the same reverence and using absolutely as many of the original parts as pos

1971 Ford Escort MKI RS 1600

Lot #220 (Sale Order 44 of 92)

The original Ford Escort was introduced at the Brussels Motor Show in January 1968 and soon became a commercial success as an attractive small family saloon. Ford had, for a number of years, used active participation in motor sport as a means of getting their showroom doors swinging on a Monday morning, and the new Escort was to prove no exception. Popular at club level in every discipline of the sport, it was at International level that the name 'Escort' became synonymous with winning. The Ford works team was practically unbeatable in the late 1960s / early 1970s, and arguably, the Escort's greatest victory was in the 1970 London to Mexico World Cup Rally being driven by Finnish legend Hannu Mikkola. This result and the ensuing acclaim prompted Ford to produce the famous Escort Mexico (1.6 L 'Kent'-engine) road version in honour of the rally car.One step up from the Mexico, the Escort 'RS1600' was developed using an engine that was essentially a detuned Formula 3 unit designated BDA (Belt Drive 'A' Series). Both the Mexico and RS1600 were built simultaneously at the now famous Ford Advanced Vehicle Operations (AVO) facility located at the Aveley Plant in South Essex. As well as higher performance engines and sports suspension, these models featured strengthened body shells, making them ideal for rallying.Even today, Mark I Escorts are still very popular in the historic rallying scene with their reputation for a great balance of power and handling, making them true driver's cars. The BDA engine emits a distinctive and appealing 'growl', which can be heard for quite a distance when the vehicle is being driven hard. Estimates suggest that only around 1,137 RS1600s were produced in total.We are informed by the vendor that YKP 877J, one of the earliest known remaining examples of an original RS1600 BDA 'Twin-Cam', was the subject of a full bare metal restoration around five years ago and was rebuilt with the focus on 'period' accuracy. A photographic record is included in the sale of this car and clearly illustrates the painstaking attention to detail involved in this car's restoration. It's finished in Sebring Red, a slightly orange colour exclusive to the RS1600 and Capri RS3100, and the paintwork is smooth and blemish free. The car is as bright and detailed underneath as it is elsewhere, while all shut lines appear excellent and the car sits squarely on its original steel wheels. With the emphasis on authenticity, all replacement parts, where possible, were genuine Ford NOS (New Old Stock) and the period detail is difficult to fault. The rear chrome bumper still even has the correct "Ford" sticker on it. An absolutely correct unmarked interior, and correct dash and instruments all merely emphasise the effort that has been put into getting it right. The spotless and leak free BDA 'Twink' makes all the right noises and sits in an engine bay that simply illustrates the quality of this restoration.We understand that the car has a current odometer reading of around 29,000 miles but it has only covered just over 100 miles in the last five years since restoration. YKP 877J is in beautiful condition throughout and is now offered with a fresh MOT. The market for "Fast Fords" shows no sign of slowing down and we would respectfully suggest that it will be hard to find a better example of a Mk.1 Escort RS1600 anywhere.

1997 Ferrari 550 Maranello

Lot #221 (Sale Order 45 of 92)

Firmly placed in Ferrari's history as one of their finest modern era big GTs, the 550 Maranello's combination of elegant lines and legendary front mounted 12-cylinder engine, meant that these cars had the potential to become instant classics. Following in the footsteps and sharing the DNA of the 365 GTB/4 'Daytona', the 550 Maranello is inevitability compared to its forbear. However few front-engined Ferraris have quite justified that comparison quite like the 550 Maranello.Styled by Pininfarina, like its illustrious predecessor, the 550 Maranello was similarly proportioned, adopting the classical combination of long bonnet, small cabin and truncated tail. Classic Ferrari styling cues include a bonnet air scoop and hot air outlets behind the front wheel-arches recalling the great competizione Ferraris of the past, whilst the rear incorporates Ferrari's characteristic twin circular lights.The heart of any Ferrari is its engine, and the 550 Maranello's 48-valve, 5.5-litre V12 developed 485bhp at 7,000rpm. The power-train was housed in a tubular steel chassis, to which was attached aluminium coachwork, while the all-independent suspension incorporated dual-mode (normal/sports) damping, switch-selectable by the driver, which was complemented by speed-sensitive power-assisted steering.The six-speed manual gearbox complements a slightly more even torque curve ensuring that the power delivery was a little less frenetic, whilst excellent weight distribution and delightful road manners make the 550 Maranello a truly refined driving machine, whilst still capable of almost 200 mph. With styling that is ageing particularly well, a high-quality cabin, generous stowage and an enormous 100-litre-plus fuel tank, the 550 Maranello really is the consummate 'European Grand Tourer' in the true Ferrari mould.In 2004, EVO magazine published a 'Greatest Driver's Cars' feature that set the 550 Maranello against the Porsche 911 GT3, Honda NSX-R and Pagani Zonda C12S. The Ferrari won. EVO stated 'As with all great cars, there's no one facet that dominates the experience. Yes, the engine is mighty, but the chassis is its equal. There's never been a supercar that's so exploitable and so rounded in its capabilities.'The car offered here is a 1997 Ferrari 550 Maranello in right-hand drive and with a manual gear-box. In the striking combination of Argento Nurburgring Silver paint and Bordeaux Red leather, this car is a fine example. Delivered new to Maranello Sales Ltd. of Egham in Surrey, the car is accompanied by a comprehensive service history. The original servicing schedule booklet, which forms part of a complete book-pack housed in a Ferrari leather-bound wallet, shows a full complement of stamps. These service stamps are from main dealers and for the last ten years - the period of time for which our conscientious vendor has owned the car - are from the very reputable marque specialist Neal Lucas Sports Cars of Camberley. Neal's close and regular association with this car has meant it has always been well-maintained, with required parts or servicing suggested on a proactive basis over the years, meaning the car is in fine health and performs particular strongly. A recent comprehensive service, including cam-belts, was carried out only a few months ago. All of this work is backed up by a large file of invoices and a complete series of old MoT certificates, helping validate the current mileage of 55,600.The car has been enjoyed and driven, as these GT cars were designed to do, but has been fastidiously maintained and garaged by our vendor for the last ten years. Front-engined V12 manual Ferraris continue to have the renaissance they richly deserve and this beautiful 550 Maranello, whilst being competitively guided, opens the door into a very exclusive club. Now ready to be enjoyed by a new owner, this is one not to be missed.

1982 Ferrari 512 BBi

Lot #222 (Sale Order 46 of 92)

This 1982 Ferrari 512 BBi was sold new by Samocar in Rome, Italy and was subsequently shipped to the United States as a ‘grey' import and purchased by a Mr R.Sirota. The Carfax shows that the car was inspected in October 1998 with an odometer reading of 3,000 miles. In December 1999, with 5,184 miles indicated, it came into the possession of a Mr. R.Stada and subsequently. in 2014, our vendor purchased the car from respected Ferrari specialist Autosport Designs in Long Island with a mileage of 8,945.Now reading an incredible 9,008 miles, the car has just been re-commissioned by leading Ferrari specialists Terry Keys Motorsport at Silverstone. Having covered such limited mileage, our vendor decided he wanted the car in pristine mechanical and aesthetic condition. Works included a full engine-out cambelt service, replacing the tensioner bearings, camshaft oil seals, all filters, spark plugs and cam-cover gaskets. The water pump was completely rebuilt and the engine and surrounding bay have been detailed in the correct crinkle black finish.The suspension was completely rebuilt with new track-rod ends, refurbished zinc-plated wishbones and all bushes replaced. The brakes were sorted with new pads and brake lines, along with the wheel bearings, which have been fully rebuilt. A full breakdown of these works can be found in the history file. In addition, a complete condition report is available to prospective purchasers prior to the auction and a photographic record of the work can be found in the history file.The bodywork is finished in Rosso Corsa over Black and is presented in outstanding condition. The paint retains a deep shine and the panels are free from dents or scratches. The panel gaps are superb and it is clear that this has been a pampered car throughout its life. The chassis is in equally impressive condition with no corrosion or previous repairs. Upon inspection by Terry Keys, they stated: "It is very rare to find such an unmolested example."The interior is beautifully original. The leather work is unmarked, as are the original carpets and headlining. The original steering wheel is immaculate and the car retains its original stereo system, including the graphic equaliser, which is fully functioning. All other electric systems operate as intended and the electric windows have been serviced.On the road this 512 BBi performs very well indeed with an ample supply of power and revs cleanly throughout the entire rev range. Ideal oil pressure is displayed at all temperatures and the car runs at optimum temperature with the cooling fans cutting in as and when required.Supplied with its original Ferrari wallet, two sets of keys, replacement service book, tools and all invoices for the recent renovation work, this Ferrari represents a very exciting proposition for its next owner. We welcome all pre-sale inspections and feel that this stunning BBi must be seen to be truly appreciated.

1972 Fiat 500

Lot #223 (Sale Order 47 of 92)

The Fiat 500 was produced by Fiat S.p.A (Fabbrica Italiana Automobili Torino) between 1957 and 1975 and was designed by Dante Giacosa. Despite its diminutive size, the '500' proved to be an enormously practical and popular vehicle throughout Europe and captured the hearts and minds of the public until production ended in 1975. Launched as the Nuova (new) 500 in July 1957 it was marketed as a cheap and practical town car. Measuring only 3 metres long, and originally powered by a 479 cc two-cylinder, air-cooled engine, the 500 redefined the term "small car" and is now considered to be one of the first 'city cars'. The 'L' or Lusso penultimate model, like the car offered here today, was produced between 1968 and 1972. It featured a much modernised interior including a renewed dashboard which brought the Fiat 500 up to date. Greater comfort and style were provided in this new model for a new generation, and the engine benefitted from a power upgrade to 499cc.This charming little Fiat 500 is an original right-hand drive example that was found by our vendor in 2011 in a barn in North Somerset brush painted red. Over the coming months, the car was stripped, any areas of rust removed, new doors, wings, front inner and outer panels, sills, rear valance panel, and boot were fitted and the car was then painted in its original Giallo Tahiti factory colour.It has been fitted with a revised 650cc engine which makes the difference between spritely and slow. The engine came from a very late Fiat 126 (year 2000) so benefits from a single point injection system and no distributor, points, condenser at all, improving reliability and drivability. It's also fitted with a sports exhaust and an Abarth sump otherwise it remains largely standard. The gearbox similarly is an uprated version from a Fiat 126 again to ensure the longevity of the car. The engine we are told was taken from a very low mileage Fiat 126 showing 16,500kms with supporting paperwork.Later style, more comfortable, high back seats are fitted and the factory rear seats were recovered in blue/grey Connolly leather by Autotrim in Devon with a new black vinyl sunroof and blue side, dark blue carpet trims to match.The car was lovingly used for a while before being put into storage but has now just reemerged and been recommissioned once again. This has included new brake lines, master cylinder, hoses, shoes and brake cylinders. A new battery has been fitted, fuel tank, 5 tyres, new starter (pull handle style retained), alternator, exhaust, LUK clutch kit, and cv boots. Since this work it has been awarded an advisory-free MoT until 3/8/2017.The car was bought with little paperwork but there is a file of paperwork for many of the new parts fitted.This charming little car is perfect for classic day to day driving. Not the car for a purist, and not Concours, but a very rare 500 in RHD form that is very usable and sure to generate a 'smile per mile'.

1967 Alfa Romeo Spider 1600 Duetto

Lot #224 (Sale Order 48 of 92)

Few cars can claim to be counter-culture heroes, but when Dustin Hoffman had his epiphany in 1967's generation-defining movie "The Graduate", he not only did so in the vehicle itself, but the ensuing drama established the film and the vehicle as inseparable in our collective conscience. That would be enough to cement the car's status, but it didn't stop there. The name "Duetto" literally means "a song for two voices", and the design of the car had the distinction of being the last to enjoy a personal association from the legendary Battista "Pinin" Farina - his own swansong - whilst the car itself created its own soaring melodies through an astonishing four decades of production - almost unheard of for any car, let alone a sports thoroughbred.This particular, left-hand drive, Alfa Romeo Spider Duetto was delivered new to the Netherlands in 1967 and was first registered in the UK in September 1993. It is classically finished in Rosso with a Nero leather interior and matching carpets throughout. The cockpit is quintessentially sixties Alfa with its painted dashboard, black and white Veglia instruments, and wood-rimmed Nardi steering wheel, and is the sort of place that could transform a wet Wednesday in Worthing into a May afternoon in Tuscany. Cleary the recipient of a body respray at some point in its life, and likely to have had trim work done, this little Spider sits well and looks absolutely stunning, with its gleaming red paintwork complementing the flowing Pininfarina lines.Sundry service invoices and old MoT certificates are contained within the history file, along with a UK V5c and an MoT until early January '17. This lovely 'boat tail' Alfa Romeo Spider, now showing 67,350 miles on the odometer, is the perfect candidate to make the most of the rest of our summer. Bellissimo!

1995 Ferrari F512M

Lot #225 (Sale Order 49 of 92)

The F512M was the final version of the mighty Testarossa. Introduced in 1994 at the Paris Motor Show with the familiar 5 litre flat-12 longitudinally mounted mid-engine, it produced 446bhp resulting in a 0-60 time of just 4.7 seconds and a top speed of 196mph. Just 501 were ever produced of these distinctive cars which featured improvements to the exterior (front and rear lights, NACA ducts, bigger brakes etc.), the interior (chrome gear knob, drilled pedals and air con as standard) and the wheels which were now 18 inch diameter with 8 inch wide fronts and 10.5 inch wide rears.This particular left-hand drive F512M was delivered new to its first owner in Germany, a Mr.Henke, on 22nd August 1995 by Ferrari Main Dealer Tamsen of Hamburg. Finished in Metallic Nero Daytona with a black leather interior, the service book is stamped as follows: DateSpecialistMileage (km)27.10.98Tamsen18,9067.6.01Lackmann27,43029.4.02Lackmann29,05025.4.03Lackmann30,20627.9.04Lackmann32,28328.9.07Lueg Sportivo33,8922.9.14Bob Houghton40,294 Thought to have resided in a car collection in Germany in the intervening years, the car was first registered in the UK in 2014. Upon its service at respected marque specialist Bob Houghton that year, the speedometer was changed for an mph unit, which now reads 358 miles, giving a total mileage for the car of 25,395 miles. The old kilometer unit is boxed and accompanies the sale of the car. Fuchs sports exhausts are fitted, giving the Ferrari flat 12-cylinder engine a superb noise when the accelerator is depressed!Supplied with its toolkit and its original leather book pack with a full complement of manuals, this F512M has an MoT until 1st October 2016 and a UK V5c. Being one of only 501 F512Ms produced, these last of the line Testarossa models are highly collectable cars and we urge you to come and view this car in person as this example really does impress.

2000 Subaru Impreza P1

Lot #226 (Sale Order 50 of 92)

Developed as a joint venture between the Japanese factory, Oxfordshire-based Prodrive - the people who helped Subaru to international rally success - and Subaru (UK), the P1 (Prodrive One) was offered only as a two-door saloon. Fitted with a revised version of the rally engine with recalibrated electronics and developing no less than 280bhp, 69bhp more than the standard Impreza Turbo, this was a quick car. Combine that with a big-bore exhaust, quick-shift gear linkage, 17-inch titanium finish alloy wheels and a rally proven suspension set-up, and you've got the fundamentals of something rather special.This amazing P1 Impreza has been extensively and meticulously restored to original factory specification. The car was restored over the past five years by an employee of Prodrive who worked at the well-known Banbury base from 1999 to 2015 and therefore was very familiar with every different aspect of these cars. A hugely comprehensive report by the former head of the Subaru Rally Team forms part of the history file and gives an independent description and analysis of the restoration and the level of detail involved getting the car as close to the original specification as possible. This report includes a considerable number of photographs taken during the restoration and includes the finer detail, such as acid dipping the nuts and bolts, prior to painting and re-fitting. For the engine restoration / rebuild, all the aluminium housings were vapour blasted to the original specification colour scheme and the silencer exterior heat pads were also replaced. The suspension was rebuilt with an STi 'Group N' bushing kit, Zinc primer was added to the coating of the suspension components to aid longevity, and again all the aluminum parts were vapour blasted. The Alcon Prodrive rear caliper housings were zinc plated prior to enameling, further demonstrating the level of attention this car has enjoyed. The genuine outer quarter panels fitted to both sides were glued at the lower seam, unlike the factory spot weld which is a modern corrosion prevention technique. Genuine rear arches were sourced from the USA as they are no longer available in Europe and both sides were fitted with new inner arches. All the shell panels were treated with etch primer prior to application of original specification '74F Blue Cellulose' paint (water base not used). The restorer's market research suggests that extensive corrosion protection after painting is the best inhibitor. The boot was painted in base coat and lacquer, however, limited paint and primer were used on these areas as they were contributing to corrosion issues when built at the factory originally. The sill inspection covers were re-sealed as per factory standard. New fuel filler pipes were zinc plated then enameled (factory spec was zinc only which was a common rust area) and new OE spec fog lights were fitted. As you can imagine with the attention to detail on this rebuild, all brackets nuts bolts and washers were acid dipped and re-plated prior to painting or re-fitting, a process that is far superior to the factory procedures. The wheels now fitted to this particular car are the 18-inch gold alloys that were an optional extra detailed in the original P1 extras booklet and not the standard 17-inch, titanium finish alloys, while the rear silencer is also the P1 spec unit. This Impreza P1 really does need to be seen to be believed and perhaps represents an unrepeatable opportunity to acquire a car that’s been restored with well over a 1,000 hours of love and care, and extensive ‘in-house knowledge’ of the P1 model and its potential pitfalls.

1973 Jaguar E-type Series III Roadster - "Boycie's E-type"

Lot #227 (Sale Order 51 of 92)

The Series III was the final incarnation of the iconic Jaguar E-Type. Launched in 1971, it was offered with a silky smooth 5.3-litre, V12 engine and in the guise of either a 2+2 Coupé or a Roadster. Offered with a longer wheelbase, larger and better brakes, and power steering, all as standard, it was a great swansong for one of the 20th. Century's greatest cars.This wonderful example, UYP 695M, was delivered new to Henleys of London on the 11th. of October 1973, resplendent in Old English White, with a blue leather interior, matching carpets, automatic gearbox, and black PVC hood. UYP 695M's first and only registered keeper, a successful businessman residing in Mumbles, Swansea used it as a 'boulevardier', cruising along the Welsh Riviera with the top down. Putting some 79,000 miles on the odometer during his tenure, another businessman of less than salubrious stature also put some miles on the car. In the Spring of 1981, the car was lent to the BBC for the filming of a new comedy programme, entitled Only Fools and Horses for use in the second ever episode "Go West Young Man". It was thus that UYP 694M was to enter British television history as "Boycie's E-Type".After doing a deal with Boycie (John Challis) over a dodgy Ford Cortina Convertible, Del Boy offers to store UYP 694M for a week in his garage out of sight as Boycie had bought the E-Type as a birthday gift for his "bit on the side". Del Boy (David Jason) and Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst) decide to go out on the tiles to "find a couple of sorts", naturally in Boycie's E-Type. On their way home Rodney accidentally throws a cigar pack, on which is written the phone numbers of the girls they met earlier, out of the window, and when Del hits the brakes to get out and recover it, another car smashes into the back of the Jaguar. Of course, no damage was caused to the car, merely a staged accident for television purposes. It is fitting that UYP 694M, the swansong of an icon was to star in the first series of the greatest British comedy of all time. Included with the car is a die-cast model of the E-Type signed by both David Jason and John Challis and presented in a frame with mounted stills of the car's appeareance in the episode.Presented today in largely original condition. The black PVC hood was replaced with a blue mohair hood and matching tonneau and the original steel wheels were replaced in the 1980s with chrome wire wheels fitted to splined hubs and Jaguar spinners, the receipts for which are in the history file. The leather seats are in remarkable condition, showing lovely patina with minimal wear to the driver's seat bolster, and a credit to the maintenance and care that the car has received by its fastidious owner. Supplied with 16 previous MOTs, two sets of original keys, tool roll, jack and the "knock on" hammer for the spinners. The history file contains a large amount of paperwork including service bills, handbook and workshop manual.The car has received a light recommission after being stored in a heated garage between 2006 and 2016. New shock absorbers, battery, SU fuel pump, Stromberg carburettor kits, track rod ends, top and bottom ball joints, brake pads, hoses and seals, bonnet and hood seals were fitted. UYP 694M was treated to a full service that included new plugs and of course oil and filter changes to the gearbox, differential and original engine. The bumpers have been re-chromed and the paintwork has been polished and sealed with a hard-wearing ceramic coating. The mohair hood has a three-inch tear just behind the driver's door that has been stitched, however, this consignor advised the vendor to present the car "as is" and allow the successful purchaser to either replace the hood with period correct PVC or a complementing blue mohair hood. Replacement floor mats, in blue, are on order and will be presented with the originals.To conclude, therefore, it is one of the joys of the auction world to be able to offer a car that is rather special, in every way. Presented to auction with a Swansea V5C, MOT until May 2017 with no advisories, and the distinction of having been featured on one of the best loved television comedies of all time. A great conversation topic at any classic car show, dinner party or showroom. When contacted by Silverstone Auctions John Challis remarked, paraphrasing his original line from the episode, and alluding to the recent British success at the Rio Olympics "It's only E-Type Jaguars and Adam Peaty that makes me proud to be British these days."

2016 Lamborghini Aventador SV Roadster 1 Of 500

Lot #228 (Sale Order 52 of 92)

Looking like a cross between an Apache attack helicopter and something from the Avatar props department, the arrival of the Aventador in 2011 proved that Lamborghini had lost none of their ability to create automotive shock.Some four years later the new Aventador 'SV' was introduced at the 2015 Geneva Motor Show, and like its "Superveloce" predecessors dating back to the Miura, this Aventador model was more powerful, lighter, and, unbelievably, even more extreme-looking than the car on which it's based. The SV looks like an Aventador that's spent too much time with its Uncle Veneno, however the dramatic body mods really work on this car, unlike the Veneno which looks like the result of a liason between the Batmobile and a Transformer. Lambo says its aerodynamicists strove to improve both downforce and aerodynamic efficiency without increasing drag and were patently successful as downforce was indeed up by a claimed 170 percent, and aero efficiency had been increased by 150 percent helped, presumably, by the massive rear wing.Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance in late 2015 was the occasion chosen by Lamborghini to unveil the open top version of the SV, the 'Aventador LP750-4 Superveloce Roadster' and it's the first Lamborghini convertible ever to wear the SV badge. The SV's 6.5-litre V12 has an all-new exhaust system, and revised valve timing and intakes, resulting in an additional 49 "Cavalli" over the standard Aventador Roadster. That takes the total to 740bhp at 8400rpm, and 507lb ft of torque at 5500rpm. It will arrive at 62mph in 2.9 seconds, a tenth down on the Aventador SV Coupé, but the 217mph top speed is apparently unchanged. Three engine modes are available - Strada, Sport and Corsa - that progressively dial up the Aventador's dampers, throttle, exhaust, steering and transmission response.There are carbon shell bucket seats, carbon door panels with leather straps for handles, and a two-piece solid carbon fibre roof that unclips and slots neatly in the front boot, leaving ample room for three or four of your favourite handkerchiefs. The manually adjustable rear wing and cavernous front intakes are carbon fibre, too so basically there's a lot of carbon fibre. As a result it weighs 50kg less than the standard Aventador Roadster, at 1575kg, but 50kg more than the SV Coupé as a result of the necessary chassis strengthening.Carbon-ceramic brakes are standard, as are adaptive dampers, pushrod suspension and Lambo's ‘LDS' variable ratio steering system.This left-hand drive Aventador LP750-4 Superveloce Roadster was delivered by Lamborghini Vienna to their customer in Bucharest earlier this year and received a pre-delivery check by Bentley Bucuresti on 28/04/2016. We understand that the current indicated mileage is 59 km which means that, although it has one registered owner, this is effectively a new car.It's finished in metallic Grigio Estoque (an 'estoque' is a small flat sword used by Matadors) with an amazing Black and Red cockpit. The interior was a bespoke option (Ad Personam) in Nero Cosmus / Rosso Alala with a full branding package in Alcantara, red seat belts, Carbon Fibre floor mats, seats in Nero Cosmos with Rosso stitching and dramatic detailing, a navigation system, rear view camera, multifunction steering wheel in full Alcantara, a fire extinguisher, and a Start/Stop button with a bright red flip-up cover that looks like the sort of thing a submarine commander would use to launch a missile!Other options selected from the list include gloss black 20/21" 'DIANTUS' forged rims with red central locking, red brake callipers, magneto-rheological suspension with red rear springs and lifting system, carbon fibre X-frame and engine cover, and a transparent engine 'bonnet'.Only 500 examples of the fastest Lamborghini convertible ever built will be produced and will no doubt become legendary, as have previous iterations of the 'Superveloce'.Don't miss the opportunity to own this one.

2014 BMW Alpina B3 GT3

Lot #229 (Sale Order 53 of 92)

Alpina Burkard Bovensiepen GmbH & Co. KG or simply ‘Alpina' - the official BMW tuning partner - has had a long and celebrated association with the Munich carmaker, celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2015. Credited with re-engineering some very special cars over the years, Alpina's approach is often to refine and build on the latent driving and styling characteristics of a standard car, adding a certain Alpina ‘magic' that only they can bestow on a BMW. Their reputation and following are very strong, appealing to discerning buyers who want a special, rare and characterful car. Such are their credentials, Alpina is now recognised by the German Ministry of Transport as an automobile manufacturer in their own right.The Alpina B3 GT3 is a very special car. Only 99 examples were manufactured worldwide to celebrate the company's success in the German GT championship with a B6 GT3. Launched with great acclaim, with Alpina PR videos and a 15-page information booklet, the car was received very well. It was Alpina's take on the wild BMW E92 M3 GTS (of which there were 135 examples worldwide and are now valued at c£100,000 - £120,000).Alpina started with their already special B3 S Biturbo, utilising the very well-regarded 3-litre straight-six, and set about adding choice components and upgrades to create a consummate all-round sports car. In producing the B3 GT3, they did what only a few manufacturers or tuning specialists can do - they made a car that is not only very competent on a track-day but can also be driven every day in comfort with real-road driving abilities and refinement. The engine produces 402bhp and 398lb ft (74lb ft up on the M3 GTS) with the smooth propulsion reaching the back wheels through a Drexler limited-slip differential, giving the car a 186 mph top speed and a 0-62mph time of 4.5 secs. With weight-saving in mind, the B3 GT3 versions of Alpina's iconic multi-spoke Classic wheels are 25% lighter (housing blue six-pot calipers clamping 380mm discs), whilst the titanium Akrapovic exhaust saves another 11kg. The biggest mechanical change, however, is reserved for the suspension. The standard width rear axle is fitted with fully adjustable coil-overs at each corner. Not only is the ride-height variable, but the dampers also have 12 settings in compression and 18 in rebound. Helpfully, Alpina also offers the driver three pre-determined, progressively firmer set-ups for the chassis.Ultimately, for all its exclusivity and engineering integrity, this car is really about the driving experience. EVO magazine's Henry Catchpole test-drove a B3 GT3 in 2013 saying: "Rarely have I driven a car that felt so right so quickly. The steering weight, handling balance and chassis grip all seem perfectly matched - there's not a particular aspect that jumps out, but the whole package is beguiling. There's slightly less hard-core grip than a BMW M3 at each end, but that's part of what makes it feel so friendly and encouraging every time you start linking corners and working the Michelin Pilot Sport 2s. The twin-turbo engine is as silky-smooth and effortlessly punchy as you'd imagine, and it sounds good too, the straight-six regaining some of the old E46's metallic timbre as you rev it harder. Although the six-speed automatic perhaps lacks the edge that you'd expect from something called GT3, it is super-slick in its changes and somehow matches the delivery of the engine. Suspension-wise the car feels perfectly set-up for a B-road: firm enough to give you confidence and feedback, but with enough compliance to soak up any mid-corner lumps and not get distracted from your line. Despite not being as hard-core as you'd expect, the end result of the Alpina is definitely more than the sum of its parts."The car presented here is a 2014 Alpina B3 GT3, number 74 of 99 examples, and one of only a handful of cars that were UK-delivered in right-hand drive. It's in superb condition having covered just 4,000 miles with its first and only owner. The car looks very purposeful in black, contrasting particularly well with the Alcantara stitched interior. This car was specified with the not inexpensive options of a Comfort Pack (which includes the Professional satellite navigation system) and a Digital Race Display system. As you'd expect, the car has a high specification and is accompanied by all its as-new book-pack components and has a complete BMW service history (the most recent being on the 20th May 2016).Once purchased new, rarely do such limited edition cars come up for sale, often remaining in collections. This is a special opportunity to acquire a sensational car that combines real aptitude, rarity, and appeal.

1959 Aston Martin DB3S Recreation

Lot #230 (Sale Order 54 of 92)

This stunning DB3S recreation was completed by Bill Monk (WAM) in 2015. It has covered approximately 280 miles since completion of the build and is the last of only 11 DB3S Recreations currently built by Bill Monk and the only one to recreate the style of the later DB3S Works cars.Powered by a 3.5 litre straight-six BMW engine, with triple Weber 40 DCOE twin-choke, side-draught carburetors it had been fully set up on a rolling road by Janspeed of Salisbury. Output was recorded at a very healthy 230 bhp at the wheels with output sheets on file.Bill Monk previously owned two original Aston Martin DB3S', chassis number 10, an ex-Le Mans car, and chassis number 120, one of only 3 DB3S coupes ever build. Inspired by his previous DB3S ownership, Bill decided to produce DB3S recreations under the name WAM (William Anthony Monk) using a mould taken off one of the original cars and his extensive experience of restoring and working on Aston Martins.Finished in Aston Martin Racing Green with knock-on wire wheels, chrome spinners, and polished stainless steel side exhaust pipes, this DB3S recreation sounds as good as it looks, with equally impressive performance. The BMW 5-series engine was specifically chosen, as opposed to a Jaguar straight-six engine, as the BMW unit provides a very similar power to the original DB3S engine (and indeed sound!) and with the exhaust exiting on the correct side, unlike the straight-six Jaguar engine.The majority of the running gear is Jaguar. This includes the front suspension (double wishbones and uprights with aftermarket coil spring damper units), the rear suspension (Jaguar lower wishbones, driveshafts, and uprights) and with Jaguar servo-assisted disc brakes fitted at all corners. Exceptional attention to detail has been given to the interior, including a correct style dashboard and steering wheel, along with period style seats in green leather and matching green carpet. Complete with half and full tonneau covers, spare wheel, and tool set.Since being set up on the rolling road, the DB3S has covered limited miles with recent outings including a test drive by a previous owner of the original DB3S chassis number 11, who was incredibly impressed by Bill Monk's work and a high-speed parade around Silverstone circuit at the VSCC Spring Start meeting. This superb recreation enables its next owner to enjoy and experience the sights and sounds of the legendary DB3S for a fraction of the cost of the genuine article.

1963 Porsche 356B T6 Super 90

Lot #231 (Sale Order 55 of 92)

The 356 model is acknowledged as Porsche's first production car and was a lightweight and nimble handling rear-engine, rear-wheel-drive, two-door sports car available in hardtop, coupé, and open configurations. Design innovations continued during the years of manufacture, contributing to its motorsports success and popularity.The model was created by Ferdinand "Ferry" Porsche (son of Dr. Ing. Ferdinand Porsche, founder of the company), based on an original design by Porsche employee Erwin Komenda, its mechanicals (including engine, suspension, and chassis) were derived from the Volkswagen Beetle.Porsche re-engineered and refined the car with a focus on performance. By the late '50s many fewer parts were shared between Volkswagen and Porsche and increasing success with its racing and road cars brought Porsche orders for over 10,000 units in 1964, and by the time 356 production ended in 1965 approximately 76,000 had been produced. Today, the Porsche 356 is a highly regarded collector's car with the Super 90 amongst the most desirable 356 models, partially due to the type's much enjoyed success in rallying: the 24 hours of Le Mans, the 1000 km Buenos Aires, the Mille Miglia, the Targa Florio, the Carrera Panamericana, as well as many other important motorsport events.This Porsche 356B Coupe is an original UK, right-hand drive T-6 'Super 90' that was supplied new by AFN in Chiswick, London. It was delivered on 14th May 1963 and was finished in Slate Grey with a red leatherette interior.The current owner discovered the car a couple of years ago and immediately realised he had found something very special indeed. Surprisingly, all the panels, engine, and gearbox were found to be original and he quickly set about a full ground-up restoration. The shell was totally stripped and painted in its original colour of Slate Grey and the interior re-trimmed in red leatherette. Emphasis was placed on finishing the car to original specification during the rebuild. The original engine was totally rebuilt and has just been tuned and set up by Andy Prill. The original gearbox was rebuilt and almost all mechanical components were either rebuilt, replaced and restored. Having just been completed, this stunning Super 90 is ready for the road again and a large number of photographs document the entire process.The history file for this 356 is simply superb. With its original green and brown buff log books, old FIA papers, Porsche Certificate of Authenticity confirming matching numbers, bills and receipts, old MoT certificates, and pictures and details of the restoration just completed, it makes for fascinating reading.One of the most interesting aspects of this 356's history is that on 15th December 1989, the car was granted FIA competition papers and was extensively used on road rally events. In fact, the car competed in Le Rallye de Monte-Carlo Historique three times in the 1990s and even came 20th overall and 2nd in class. There are pictures of the car on the rally in the history file and on our website.We encourage all pre-sale inspections of this vehicle and welcome prospective bidders to contact the office for further details. This extremely rare 356B Super 90 Coupé is a very collectable car indeed and, at the time of consignment, was the only right-hand drive Super 90 Coupé on the market in the UK today.

1979 Ferrari 308 GTS

Lot #232 (Sale Order 56 of 92)

The Pininfarina-styled 308 GTB was introduced at the Paris Motor Show in 1975, as a parallel model to the Bertone-shaped Dino 308 GT4 and a replacement for the sensuous Dino 246. It was designed by Leonardo Fioravanti and the early cars were made of lightweight fibreglass and powered by a 255bhp(in Europe), V8 running on carburettors. The Targa topped 308 GTS arrived in 1977 and was perhaps best known for its regular appearances on the television series ‘Magnum, P.I'.In 1980, the GTBi and GTSI were launched with fuel injection replacing the carburettors simply to comply with US emissions regulations. In 1985, the 308 was replaced by the 328, which in 1989 was in turn replaced by the 348. Early Ferrari 308s are today recognised as genuine Ferrari classics, not least because of their excellent driving characteristics and pure Pininfarina lines, but they are now seen as very collectable.Silverstone Auctions are delighted to offer this preferred, carburettor model in the most delightful colour combination of Argento Silver with a lipstick red interior. Manufactured in 1979, it has covered just 23,000 miles and is the most original example we have ever offered for sale.The bodywork is simply a joy to behold, and judging by the consistent paintwork, it's clear to see that the car is free from any rust and has never had any work to the body due to damage or repair. The originality must be seen to be believed. The car is fitted with its original, untouched factory Ferrari alloys, still displaying the hand-drawn Ferrari logo and sitting on period original Michelin XWX tyres.A true time-warp example throughout, the interior is completely factory original and without defects, cracks or rips. The dashboard top and leather remain supple and crack free and the carpets are fresh, genuine and all present. The engine is strong and pulls well, the drive is tight and responsive and the gearbox is quiet and changes through the range with minimal effort. The car has been consistently well maintained with a recent, engine out, extensive service including a cam-belt change.Supplied with a UK V5C, accompanying history file, recently serviced and with a current MOT, this highly desirable, low mileage, carburettor 308 GTS should prove to be a highly rewarding ownership proposition.

1961 Jaguar Mark 10 3.8 Litre - Ex Sir William Lyons

Lot #233 (Sale Order 57 of 92)

Sir William Lyons, popularly known as 'Mr. Jaguar', founded the Swallow Sidecar Company in 1922 in partnership with William Walmsley. The Swallow Sidecar Company became Jaguar Cars Ltd after the second world war ended and went on to outstanding success as a prestige British manufacturer of executive saloons and sports cars across the World.The Jaguar Mark X (ten) was the top of the range saloon from 1961 until 1970 and was originally designed with the US market in mind as well the inevitable demand from the home counties.The car was a 'unitary construction' bodyshell which was codenamed "Zenith" during development and this, state of the art, floor pan continued in production long after the Mark Ten was superseded. The new look of four headlamps above distinctive chrome bumpers and a vaned grill was to remain a styling cue for Jaguar for many years and is inherent in their design even today. The interior featured acres of polished woodwork all over the dashboard as well as rear wooden picnic tables and a front, pull-out, picnic table stowed under the dashboard.This particular car was one of the very first "Zenith" cars produced in December 1961 specifically for Sir William Lyons to use as his daily driver. It was finished to his own personal specification and differed from production cars in a number of small ways including having electric windows in the rear (in addition to the front) and individual 'vanity mirrors' for himself and Lady Lyons. The car was delivered to him in January 1962 and was to be his personal transport for the next three years being used on all his official Jaguar public functions including visits to his beloved Jaguar Racing Team providing moral support at important meetings. Today, this dynamic Jaguar is finished in its original colour of Opalescent Dark Green with a Beige leather interior and still bears its original Coventry number plate - 7868 RW. It is fresh from a professional comprehensive two-year restoration to near Concours standard carried out by renowned Jaguar specialists "covering a full restoration of body, paint, chrome, trim - wood and leather, as well as a full engine and mechanical engineering overhaul". It presents and drives beautifully today, just as it did for Sir William in period. The freshly rebuilt 3.8 engine starts and runs as it should and the car still has the three qualities of " Grace, Space and Pace" that epitomised Jaguar saloons in the 1960s.The Jaguar is now in possession of a fresh MOT, valid until July 2017, with no advisories.This is a unique opportunity to own an important piece of Jaguar history and not to be missed. It has been photographed by our in-house photographer, Jonny Shears, outside of what was Sir William's house - Wappenbury Hall - where car and home have finally been reunited once more. N.B Sincere thanks to Wappenbury Hall's current owner for his permission, kindness, and courtesy.

1987 Ford Sierra Cosworth RS500

Lot #234 (Sale Order 58 of 92)

When Stuart Turner was appointed the head of Ford Motorsport in Europe in 1983, he quickly came to the conclusion that the company was no longer competitive in motorsport. Walter Hayes, having instigated the Cosworth DFV engine and Ford's assault on Le Mans with the GT40, was still the driving force at Ford and not surprisingly, Hayes was enthusiastic about Turner's plans to produce a turbocharged Cosworth 2.0 litre engine that would power a current Ford saloon in motorsport. Cosworth already had a cylinder head design that was promising and was matched to the Ford T88 Pinto block, so they agreed to produce the 2.0litre turbo engine providing that Ford signed-off a production run of 15,000 units.The introduction of the Sierra in 1982 required a marketing boost, so it was allocated to become the platform for Ford's new competition aspirations. It was rear-wheel drive, had good aerodynamics, albeit being prone to lift at high speeds and was available as a three-door. The new body kit and rear spoiler would sort out the lift issues, but Ford still needed to build 5,000 units for homologation; this was somewhat worrying when Turner's initial approach to the dealer network came back with an estimate that suggested they could sell around 1,500 units! The successful eventual sales record is of course history. Ford went on to sell 5,545 three-door cars including the RS500, of which only 500 were built, and the Cosworth engine also found its way into nearly 30,000 Ford Sierra Saloons (Cosworth 3dr, Sapphire 2wd and 4wd). The Sierra Cosworth comfortably exceeded Ford's wishes and it went on to become one of the most successful Touring Car racers of all time, winning races all over the world.This stunning, matching numbers, RS500, build number 50, was delivered via Telford Ford to its first owner in August 1987. Showing a mere 50,943 miles at the time of cataloguing, this car has been fastidiously maintained throughout its life as can be seen in its extensive history file containing the original fully stamped service manual which quite literally has been filled to the point where no more stamps can be added.It remained with its first owner until the summer of '88 when it was sold to its second custodian who kept the car until '95, and in a similar fashion to his predecessor, the car was annually serviced and well maintained. The third owner kept the car until 2011, again keeping up the high standards of maintenance and care. Its fourth and current owner, in common with the first three, kept the car in great condition but did not register it in his name and instead kept the car in dry storage. In 2015, it was sent up to Paul Linfoot for a full service where a new clutch, new cam belt and tensioner plus a new oil filter were fitted. During our vendor's ownership, a new stainless steel exhaust has been fitted, along with a new rocket cover gasket and a new fuel pressure regulator all totalling £1,055. Supplied with an MoT until 30/11/ 2016 and its V5c.These cars of the Eighties and Nineties are becoming increasingly sought after and are some of the fastest appreciating classics in the current market, and the appetite for well kept, low volume Fords in particular, shows no sign of abating. Now offered for sale once again, this sparkling Cosworth RS500 is an absolute must for the astute collector and enthusiast, as well as being tremendous fun to drive.

1971 Porsche 911T

Lot #235 (Sale Order 59 of 92)

Introduced at the 1963 Frankfurt Motor Show the basic Porsche 911 design would run virtually unchanged for twenty-nine years. Ferdinand Porsche had been quietly working on a design since the late fifties, knowing that demand for his ever-popular 356 would eventually wane, and he would need a replacement that was fit for the changing needs of the mid-sixties. Eventually, the new car took shape on his drawing board and the 901 (later 911) was born and this design still, to this day, underpins the production of Porsche AG of Stuttgart. Before long the merits of using the Porsche 911 in competitive motor sport became apparent and history records it as one of the most successful campaigners of all time. From the 24 Hours of Le Mans, to grass roots motor sport, the 911 offered reliable performance in many guises.For 1970, the C-Series 911 was introduced with a larger cylinder bore giving a capacity of 2165cc, producing 125bhp and now badged as a "T" at this power output. Alterations to suspension pick-up points improved the handling and gave a little more steering feel. Six-inch Fuchs 'five-leaf' forged alloys were now a standard fit.This particular car, presented in sparkling Ivory White with contrasting Black Leatherette trim has had over £30,000 spent on it over recent years, undergoing a complete body renovation and, more recently, a complete engine and gearbox rebuild. It retains its matching numbers from new as confirmed by its Porsche Certificate of Authenticity. The original Fuchs alloys have also benefited from a refurb and in readiness for the sale the car has just had a full service to include some fresh gearbox oil.MME 92L comes complete with its original hand and service books bound in a Porsche leather folder along with many receipts for the extensive work recently completed.Early 911s possess a certain purity of line, particularly in white, a complete world away from the aerodynamic extravagances of the eighties and nineties, and in terms of style, it's the early cars that engender the most appreciative glances. A well set-up and maintained 911T, 'E' or 'S' driven with an intelligent right foot will provide some of the most quintessentially rewarding driving experiences you have ever had, and even the 125bhp 911T, for sale here, will leave you with a serious grin.This is a very well maintained and delightfully presented example of the marque and comes with good provenance.

2010 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Coupé

Lot #236 (Sale Order 60 of 92)

Full details to follow.

2005 Aston Martin Vanquish S

Lot #237 (Sale Order 61 of 92)

Unveiled at the 2001 Geneva Motor Show, the Ian Callum designed, Vanquish was an instant sales success and the fact that it was James Bond's transport of choice only added to the appeal. Featuring a 6.0 litre V12 generating nearly 450bhp mated to a 6-speed paddle shift gearbox, the car was the top of the range for Aston throughout its 7 years of production. When Pierce Brosnan stepped out of his Vanquish in the 2002 film 'Die Another Day', the legend was created and immediately the successor to the Virage was desired by every car enthusiast throughout the world.Building on the sales success of the original Vanquish, the Vanquish S was launched in 2004 and featured an increase in engine power (up from 460bhp to 520bhp) and revised gear and back axle ratios. Top speed was quoted as being in excess of 200mph, making it one of the fastest Aston Martin road cars ever built at Newport Pagnell. The exterior panels were still lovingly hand finished in the factory panel shop from ‘Superformed' aluminium. Discreet changes to the ‘S' included a bigger, revised grille, front splitter and a raised rear ‘spoiler' built into the boot lid to keep the car stable at high speed.This Aston Martin Vanquish S was first registered on 13rd May 2005 and has had a total of 2 registered keepers from new. In this time the car has covered an incredible 3,892 miles from new. Supplied new via Aston Martin dealer Reg Vardy, it is finished in silver with a sumptuous two-tone blue leather interior, the condition of this car must be seen to be believed.The paintwork retains an excellent shine and the panel fit is simply superb. The engine bay is a joy to behold and shows factory finish stickers and finishes to the components. The interior is in stunning condition and is a lovely place to be. The leather and all switchgear is in superb order and the entire aesthetic condition of this Aston Martin is consistent with a very low mileage example.The service history shows stamps in the original service booklet from Reg Vardy, Stratstone, JCT600 and Desmond Smail. This car must be one of the lowest mileage Vanquish S' on the market today and is the finest example we have ever seen.

1981 Delorean DMC-12

Lot #238 (Sale Order 62 of 92)

The DeLorean DMC-12 was a ground-breaking, innovative sports car manufactured by John DeLorean's 'DeLorean Motor Company' for the American market from 1981-83. The car featured gull-wing doors and an unusual fibreglass chassis and underbody structure, along with a brushed stainless steel body and is probably most widely known for its appearance as a time machine in the 'Back to the Future' film trilogy. It was designed by the talented Giorgetto Giugiaro of Ital Design and built on a chassis engineered by Lotus with a 2.9-litre V6 engine sourced from Peugeot-Renault-Volvo.This rare, five-speed manual example was manufactured in Belfast in November 1981, shipped to the United States, and registered in Ohio on the 16th November 1982. According to Carfax, the US version of HPI, it seems that the car spent all of its life in Ohio and looks to have been a one-owner car, although this remains to be confirmed. The Carfax report does confirm, however, that the car was free of accident damage at the time of export in July 2016. The car features the desirable grey leather interior, as seen in the movie car, fluted tailpipes, original radio, clock, jack and unused space saver spare wheel. It has obviously been well maintained by its DeLorean enthusiast owner and has stainless steel fuel lines and a new fuel pump fitted. The entire stainless steel body has been professionally re-brushed, no easy task, and the front and rear facias re-painted.Respected expert, the joint author of "DeLorean Celebrating the Impossible" and the historian of the UK based DeLorean Owners Club, Chris Parnham, has this to say on the car:"Vin 7184Engine number 7162Frame number 7792The mileage indicated of just over 33,000 is entirely consistent with the car's overall excellent condition. Unusually, it shows no signs of sun damage, so must have been kept indoors for much of its life. It has the highly desirable grey interior and manual gearbox combination, all of which are in excellent original condition. Like all DeLoreans, it has air-conditioning and central locking. Being a late build car (Nov.81), it has the advantage that the production staff knew what they were doing by then! Build quality was generally very good. In my opinion a great car and smart investment for the future."We are delighted to be able to offer such a decent example of the DeLorean, a car that continues to gain momentum in the collector's car market on both sides of the Atlantic. Offered to auction with a fresh MOT, and NOVA documentation, the newly re-brushed exterior shows the 'Belfast Silver Bullet' in the best possible light.

1990 BMW E30 M3 Convertible

Lot #239 (Sale Order 63 of 92)

Based on the 1986 model year E30 3-Series, the E30 M3 used the BMW 2.3 litre S14 engine and was produced from 1985 to 1992. In contrast to later M3 models, the E30 M3 was campaigned by BMW as well as other racing teams including Prodrive and AC Schnitzer in many forms of motor sport including rallying and racing. The latter included campaigns in the World Touring Car Championship, Deutsche Tourenwagen Meisterschaft, and the British, Italian, French and Australian Touring Car Championships.The M3 differed from the rest of the E30 line-up in many ways and although using the same basic body shell as the standard E30, was equipped with twelve different and unique body panels to improve aerodynamics and aesthetics. The "box flared" wheel-arches to accommodate a wider track with wider and taller wheels were the most distinctive of these but in fact, the only exterior body panels shared were the bonnet, roof panel, sunroof, and doors.Of the 16,202 E30 M3s produced only 786 convertibles were sold by BMW and of these only 476 were fitted with the 215hp engine, as is this fabulous example here. Built at the Regensburg BMW factory on the 6/11/1990, but interestingly not registered until January 1993, it's finished in the sophisticated colour combination of triple black, with 'Diamontschwartz' metallic paint, black interior and a black soft-top. This gleaming metallic black really suits the M3, setting off the aggressive stance and wide rear wing to perfection. The factory fitted options include heated front seats, a warning triangle and the boot lid mounted tool kit is present and correct.This left-hand drive was imported from Germany on 1st October 1997 and purchased by our vendor, after an exhaustive search on the 31st July 2011. Prior to our vendor's custodianship, the car was meticulously maintained, and the service book shows twenty-three service stamps. As the dealer principal of Trainer BMW of Swansea, our vendor has maintained this car in-house without sparing expense. The bills on the file amount to a shade under £8,000, with regular maintenance, oil changes and safety checks made after each lengthy journey.The car shows it's 96,000 kilometres (59,000 miles) remarkably well with just the right amount of patina to the front seat bolsters. The vendor's father recently took the car on a tour of Germany, motoring without fault, and out of a stock of literally hundreds of other BMWs, he chooses to use this car for special trips, regularly attending Goodwood and other motoring events where the car is appreciated for its rarity and condition.The car will be presented to auction freshly serviced with an MOT until August 2017, complete with book pack, service book, Swansea V5c, most MOTs and SORN documents since being in the UK, and a history file bursting with five years of main dealer receipts. Please note retention proceedings have already begun to remove the private registration number which is not included in the sale.To conclude, it is a pleasure to offer such a wonderful example of a model that is rarely seen on UK roads, an example that has been meticulously maintained by the workshop staff at a BMW main dealer, as one would expect when the car in question belongs to the boss!

1966 Maserati Sebring Series II

Lot #240 (Sale Order 64 of 92)

Having spent extravagantly on their motor racing program over the years, Maserati's coffers were a little depleted and their survival strategy for the 1960s centered on establishing the company as a volume producer of road cars. The Modena marque's new era began in 1957 with the launch of the Touring-bodied 3500GT. A luxury '2+2', the 3500GT drew on Maserati's competition experience, employing a tubular chassis frame and an engine derived from the Alfieri-designed 350S sports racing car unit of 1956. Suspension was independent at the front by wishbones and coil springs, while at the back there was a conventional live axle/semi-elliptic arrangement. Power output of the twin-cam six was around 220bhp initially, but later examples produced 235bhp on fuel injection. Built on the shorter wheelbase but otherwise similar chassis of the Vignale-bodied 3500GT Spyder, the Sebring 2+2 coupé arrived to much acclaim in 1962, and is now widely considered to be one of the most elegant and understated of the Sixties' Grand Tourers.This left-hand drive, 1966 Maserati Series II variant looks resplendent in Metallic Silver with a Deep Blue leather interior and is fitted with the capable 3.7 litre engine producing 245bhp delivered through 5-speed gearbox. Being an older restoration, it does not claim to be a 'Concours' car, albeit it's in very fine order, and has patently benefited from more than £40,000 of expenditure in mechanical and cosmetic fettling in recent years and now looks, every inch, the purposeful Italian GT. These careful attentions have resulted in a very reliable car which further benefits from modern comforts such as air conditioning which helps facilitate regular use.Delivered new to Paris in 1966, this car subsequently spent many years in Rome, although it is currently UK registered and has been resident here since 1989. Equipped with a number of factory options including a superb set of Borranis, limited slip-differential and the aforementioned air conditioning, this is a matching numbers Maserati with a generous history folder which has covered a, believed genuine, 51,000 kilometres from new.The Maserati Sebring has always been a favourite of the team here at Silverstone Auctions, and at a relatively modest outlay in comparison to alternative 1960's Italian exotica we cannot commend this car highly enough to you.

1989 Ferrari 348TS

Lot #241 (Sale Order 65 of 92)

First seen in prototype form in 1987, the Ferrari 348 entered production in 1989, replacing the popular and successful 328GTB/GTS. Although mid-engined, as was its predecessor, the 348 differed by mounting its four-valves-per-cylinder, quad-cam V8 3.4-litre engine longitudinally, enabling it to be positioned lower in the chassis. A further development was the introduction of a transversely mounted five-speed gearbox using innovative technology derived from the company's Formula 1 programme. This meant that the transmission was mounted deeper in the chassis and consequently lowered the centre of gravity which has a beneficial effect on handling and road holding. Initially typed 'tb' and 'ts' - trasversale berlinetta and trasversale spyder - the 348 reverted to Ferrari's traditional GTB/GTS nomenclature part way through production. With its aerodynamic skirts, spoilers, a wheel at each corner, and distinctive gill slots feeding air to side-mounted radiators, the stocky 348 looked very much like a scaled-down Testarossa and, with around 300bhp on tap and a top speed of 170mph, gave little away in terms of outright performance to its larger, 12-cylinder sibling. Production ceased in 1994 after 8,745 348s of all types had been built.This lovely, left-hand drive Ferrari 348ts was manufactured in 1989 and is one of the first off the production line. First registered in the summer of 1990 in Florida, USA, it was purchased by the previous owner in 1990 directly from the supplying dealership and then imported into Germany. Whilst there, the car was driven on temporary plates and not registered until 2013. The previous owner was the proprietor of Kia/Mazda Autohaus dealerships and naturally the car was looked after by his own skilled team and serviced annually. Stored and used infrequently, the car has covered a mere 3,990 miles from new or approximately 155 miles per year. Presented in Rosso Corsa with a Nero interior, this 'time-warp' 348ts is in remarkable condition even sitting on its original Bridgestone tyres fitted in 1989. The interior feels almost new, with that distinctive 'new car' smell still present, and the underside looks equally good with all the nuts and bolts retaining their gold-coloured plating. As one would expect, this car comes with its original tool kit, leather holder, all user manuals and service book.The car's early history is supported by the original US title, which shows that it was exported to Germany in the summer of 1990 while still brand new. The German TüV and title are present also, recording the Ferrari's first registration on German plates in 2013. It was serviced by Ferrari in Colchester on 5/02/2015 and returned there for a full cambelt service on 11/03/15. The MOT expires on 21/02/07. The 348 was not quite as well-received as its predecessors initially, however, things have changed substantially, prompted by some decent retrospective road tests by leading journalists, and they have started to appreciate significantly. This car, with this mileage, and in this condition is an important opportunity.

** Regretfully Withdrawn ** 1966 Mercedes-Benz 230SL Pagoda

Lot #242 (Sale Order 66 of 92)

** Regretfully Withdrawn ** This car will be offered for sale at the NEC Classic Sale on 12/13 November 2016. Launched in 1963 to replace the rather underpowered 190SL and utilising some of the new manufacturing techniques being adopted in the emerging 'S' Class, the Paul Bracq-designed 230SL was proudly unveiled to an appreciative audience at the Geneva Motor Show. Remaining in production until 1971 the W113 Class, frequently referred to as the Pagoda, eventually spanned three engine sizes. Mercedes-Benz Chief Engineer Rudolf Uhlenhaut, who was as competent behind the wheel as most racing drivers, demonstrated the handling capabilities of the 230SL on a tight, short test track near Montreux in 1963, where he put up a best lap that out-performed the Ferrari 250GT.The W113 was the first sports car with a "safety body," based on Bela Barényi's extensive work on vehicle safety. It had a rigid passenger cell and designated crumple zones with impact-absorbing front and rear sections built into the vehicle structure and the interior was "rounded," with all hard corners and edges removed.Most 'Pagodas' were fitted with an automatic gearbox, however, the 1966, left-hand drive example on offer here has the distinction of being a manual, which will make it a little more spritely and fun to drive. The Antique Yellow exterior colour beautifully complements the Deep Blue leather seats and Biscuit carpeting. Showing 7,243 kilometers on the odometer, we presume it has 'gone round the clock'. The car was imported from the United States in 2015 having lived in Maryland, Virginia. Taxes were settled and the car was subsequently registered with the DVLA, initially with an age related registration number, and subsequently with the 'cherished' registration number shown in the photographs. (Please note this private number has been placed on retention and is not included in the sale).The hardtop requires some refurbishment, presumably having been left in storage and, although the paintwork is generally good, one or two areas would benefit from some attention and detailing. A little tlc would turn this Pagoda into an excellent example of these, timelessly pretty, Mercedes convertibles.The car is presented to auction with an MOT until July 2017 and will be serviced prior to the sale at our vendor's local Mercedes-Benz dealer. An excellent opportunity, at this guide price, to own an affordable example of a consistently appreciating classic.

1960 Bentley S2 Standard Saloon

Lot #243 (Sale Order 67 of 92)

Bentley turned to V8 power as the sixties approached as a way of keeping up with its luxury rivals, especially in America. A radical change was on the cards in 1959 as Bentley felt their faithful straight-six engine was getting a bit 'long in the tooth' and in the search for a more modern power unit, they turned to the General Motors inspired 6,320cc all-aluminium V8. The new engine was an entirely new departure for Bentley and caused some consternation amongst traditional Bentley customers, however, in execution, their worries were short lived as the new power unit delivered more performance with unparalleled smoothness setting the standard for the rest of the century and ultimately the S2 set the benchmark for others to follow.The extra power produced by the V8 enabled Bentley to expand the list of features available on the S2 and they included fully automatic transmission, power-assisted steering, electrically operated ride control, redesigned and more flexible air conditioning, electric rear window demisters, and press button window lifts.This particular Bentley S2 4-door standard saloon was first registered as '9591 XI' on 1st April 1960 to a Mr P. Barker-Jones of Stafford, who was to own the car until 1976 when he sold it to a Mr Bruno Piazza of Richmond Surrey. There are invoices in the history file from Martin Bolitho Motor Engineers Ltd, dated 6th September 1978 to Mr Piazza at his Brussels address, for comprehensive service work totalling £1,600, with VAT at 8%! It's thought that the car returned to the UK around 1986 with ownership history lost until 1995 when it was acquired by a Mr Thierry Allard of London.The next owner was the much-celebrated comedian, Mr William 'Billy' Connolly Esq. who purchased the car from Jack Barclay Ltd on 17th April 2002 for £45,000. A copy of an old V5c and invoices are made out to Mr Connolly at his old baronial home, 'Candacraig House', Aberdeenshire. Upon purchase, the car was sent to The Bentley Service Centre, London for a full recommission totalling in excess of £7,000. Clearly the commitments of touring meant 'The Big Yin' didn't use this S2 as much as he would have liked, as further bills from Jack Barclay up to 2005 suggest. Later that year the car was sold to a Mr Giueseppe Fiumano who transferred maintenance duties to London-based Bentley and Rolls-Royce specialist, Chris Moroney. Our vendor purchased the car in 2009 and continued sending it to the aforementioned specialist in the following years.Finished in Dust Grey over Garnet with a tan leather interior, and showing 39,591 miles on the odometer, this car is supplied with a V5c and an MoT until 2nd August 2017. This charming old Bentley S2, much like its fabled famous previous owner, requires a little tender loving care to bring it up to black tie standard.

1964 Jaguar MkII 3.4 Auto

Lot #244 (Sale Order 68 of 92)

Rarely do cars given a facelift look as good as the models they are intended to replace, but with the Mk2, Jaguar put paid to that particular theory. William Lyons, whilst not a trained draughtsman, was a bit more hands-on than most men in his position when it came to the final design of his beloved Jaguars. At one point the team in the drawing office developing the later XJS, were left 'twiddling their thumbs' until Sir William was happy with the rear-end and it wasn't until Stan Keyworth managed to scrounge a Ferrari Dino 246GT and dropped it up to the Lyons family home on Gibbet Hill that the matter was resolved. The car was parked outside the bay window of the breakfast room for Sir William to stare at and 'Hey Presto' the back of the XJS came into being (have a look at a Dino and an early XJS). And so it was with the Mark 2, which was altogether a more modern and stylish car with a brighter interior and more balanced looks that most of us still admire. The 3.4 and 3.8 were the super-saloons of their day with the 3.8 being the fastest saloon in the world at the time. The Jaguar Mk2 was voted 'Car of the Year' when launched in 1959 and would form the mainstay of Jaguar’s saloon production until 1967.Registered on 26th July 1964, this Jaguar MKII 3.4 Automatic is an original right-hand drive UK car still powered by its original engine and has been enjoyed by just five owners. It has been subject to an earlier quality restoration with a full photographic record present in the history file together with dozens of receipts from various marque specialists. The original colour was changed to an unusual but very flattering Jaguar Primrose Yellow and the interior has been superbly re-trimmed in Red leather with Claret carpets and white edged floor mats. The veneered dash and door cappings are finished to a very high standard adding to the general ambience of the cabin making it a really nice place to be. The shut lines look good, the boot and engine bay are remarkably tidy and the whole car sits absolutely squarely on a sparkling set of chrome wire wheels.Whilst the colour combination may not suit everyone, we think this well restored MkII looks just right and at least it will be easy to spot on the North Car Park when you leave the NEC after the Classic Car Show.

1995 Mercedes-Benz SL60 AMG

Lot #245 (Sale Order 69 of 92)

Launched in 1989, the R129-series continued the SL dynasty from Mercedes-Benz, a ‘Sport Lightweight’ family which began in 1954 with the legendary 300SL Roadster and ‘Gullwing’, and has survived into its 6th generation with the current R231-series.Traditionally the most sporting model of the MB line-up, the SL was the preserve of the rich and famous when new. From the hypnotic dance of the electric hood mechanism to the roll bar that automatically flipped up if the car sensed an accident, the SL oozed sophistication with all the latest technology such as adaptive suspension with active damping, airbags, traction control, air con and a superb new five-link rear suspension all as standard.The Mercedes-Benz SL60 was the short number production AMG variant SL deemed, at the time, to be the flagship of the range. Its enormously powerful and ultra-smooth 6-litre V8 engine delivered ferocious performance which could be enjoyed from the luxury cabin for which Mercedes-Benz are renowned. This example is particularly special being, possibly, the lowest mileage SL60 on the market, and one of just 49 right-hand drive cars produced.Our car was delivered new to Sir Christopher Evans, OBE, the respected Welsh biotechnology entrepreneur who was sufficiently successful to be able to indulge himself in the finer things in life, one of which was his cossetted SL60. During his ownership from 1995 to just 18 months ago, his SL carried the registration ‘CR 1S’ and such is the condition of this car today, it was clearly lovingly cared for. With just 13,500 miles recorded from new, the condition of this car is exceptional, appearing to be almost showroom fresh. It has been enjoyed by one owner after Sir Christopher and has been serviced three times during its warranted 13,500 miles. Offered in the unusual SL60 colour of Imperial Red with Mushroom leather interior, the car appears faultless as the pictures plainly evidence.Costing more than £105,000 when new and delivering close to 410 bhp with an (unlimited) top speed of more than 185mph, this is a remarkable piece of engineering excellence. To blend such incredible performance with predictable handling and a sumptuous, electronics-packed, leather bound cabin is a feat that was only achieved by Mercedes-Benz in the nineties. Now revered as a bona fide ‘future classic’, the evidence of the appeal of the very 'best of breed', low-mileage cars is unmistakable, and accordingly, we believe this car represents serious value at today’s guide price. A rare opportunity. Service History:24/07/2002 - 8,000 mile service at M-B Cheltenham @ 8,778 miles25/09/2006 - 12,000 mile service M-B Cheltenham @ 10,384 miles01/11/2007 - 18,000 mile service M-B Cheltenham @ 10,697 miles30/04/2009 - 24,000 mile service M-B Cheltenham at 10,798 miles24/06/2015 - Recommission, service and bill of health by SL Shop, Redditch @ 11,257 miles MOTs:20/07/2006 @ 10,536 miles13/07/2007 @ 10,492 miles02/10/2008 @ 10,758 milesSorn'd 2008 - 201524/06/2015 @ 11,257 milesFresh MoT now being completed prior to sale at 13,433 miles.

1965 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray C2

Lot #246 (Sale Order 70 of 92)

Now in its sixth generation, the Corvette began life in 1953 with the C1 - a model that inspired a generation of young Americans and gave the Ford Empire a nine-year headache. However it was the C2, the immortal Sting Ray produced between 1963 and 1967, that really set Chevrolet's cash registers ringing and left us with the most desired and collectible Corvette to date. Designed by Larry Shinoda under the guidance of the legendary Bill Mitchell, influences on the Sting Ray's unique and unforgettable form are said to include: the E-type Jaguar, a Mako shark once caught by Mitchell, the 'Q Corvette' concept car of 1957 and the 'Mitchell Sting Ray' design exercise. By the autumn of 1959 elements of the two unique Corvettes had been built into XP-720 - the design programme that led to the production of the Sting Ray as we know it.The aims for the new car included: improved passenger accommodation, more luggage space and superior ride and handling and with this in mind a new ladder chassis was created for the car by Zora Arkus-Duntov, the most important element of which was the move away from a live axle to independent rear suspension, courtesy of lateral struts, radius rods and transverse leaf spring. The independent front suspension was much as before, as were the recirculating ball steering and there were a number of drive train options available including four small block V8 engines, three transmissions, and six axle ratios. One major innovation was that the C2 was available in both Convertible and Fastback Coupé form. The latter initially featured a dramatic split rear window, but rear vision was poor so this was discontinued a year into production. Detailed changes were made through the years, with the first of the big block engine options occurring in 1965 (the same year four-wheeled disc brakes became standard).The car presented here is a 1965 Chevrolet Corvette ‘Sting Ray' C2 coupé. This particular, matching-numbers, example was manufactured at the A.O. Smith plant in Ionia, Michigan on the 5th January 1965, with its engine being produced at the Flint engine plant on the 28th December 1964.Originally finished in Nassau Blue, the same livery it sports today, it comes with its ‘optional extra' side exhaust pipes and many other original parts. Under the bonnet, lurks a 5.4-litre 327 ci. V8 producing 300bhp mated to a 4-speed manual gearbox.This example of the famous Sting Ray was imported into the UK in 2015 in a fully restored condition. Our fastidious vendor, a member of the National Corvette Restorers Society (NCRS), spent a further £13,000 on the chassis in 2016 and he now describes the body, chassis, and suspension restoration work as being close to ‘show quality'. The total amount spent apparently to bring the car to this level being circa £67,000. The car is UK registered, coming with a V5c and reprinted original dispatch data from the US, is on the Corvette Register and has been a regular and popular attendee at numerous club events.This is a very special 1965 Corvette in its original colour with correct VIN and trim tags. It looks amazing, sounds even more amazing, and goes really well with a smooth gear change and excellent brakes. This is an iconic and powerful sports car that does everything that Italian exotics do but at a third of the price. Not to be missed.

1989 Porsche 911 (930) Turbo SE 'flatnose'

Lot #247 (Sale Order 71 of 92)

Anyone who followed the "World Championship of Makes" (essentially an international championship for long-distance Sports Car racing), will remember their surprise at the shape of the new 935 when it first appeared at Mugello in March 1976. Subsequently, these "Flatnose" 935s and 936s (in Group 6) were to prove very competitive in the hands of Ickx, Mass and Stommelen and during the next two seasons managed four victories in eight World Championship races and a triumph at Le Mans in each year. However, Porsche began to worry that all these victories by the works Flatnose cars might alienate the vast number of private clients who were investing their own money in conventionally shaped competition 911s, and decided to restrict their efforts for 1978 to an entry at Le Mans. The distinctive look of the "Flachbau" (literally translated as Low Build) obviously retained its appeal in the minds of their road car customers and from 1981 until early 1989 Porsche 930 buyers could specify their car in this style to special order. Just 50 C16 cars were manufactured for the UK market.These cars were initially equipped with an uprated engine of 330bhp (from 300) mated to a 4-speed transmission. However, at the end of 1988, the uprated 5-Speed G50 gearbox was introduced, which vastly improved performance and reduced turbo lag. The factory SE also benefitted from a dual-exit exhaust system, limited slip differential, heated front seats and a sunroof.This example is a genuine factory-produced C16 Porsche 930 Turbo SE, built in January 1989 under the ‘Sonderwunchprogramm' (Special Wishes Programme). It is 1 of just 18 UK-delivered cars (including 7 cabriolets) for that model year. The first owner decided to collect the car from the factory himself and drive his new pride and joy back to the UK on 17th February 1989. Factory options included 506 (Slant Nose ROW), sunroof, leather interior, standard centre console, luggage compartment in velour carpet, heated seats and extremely rare BBS split rim alloy wheels.Finished in black with black interior, the car is presented in superb condition and has clearly lived a very well cossetted existence. The service history is simply superb with the vast majority of the 13 stamps in the original service book coming from Heddell & Deeks, who became Chapelgate, and latterly Porsche Bournemouth. Previous MoT certificates and service stamps help substantiate a total mileage of 53,761 miles.In 2011 the car was purchased by a collector in Hong Kong. He had the car serviced with Porsche, Hong Kong and the car was registered there, (registration certificate included with the history), until it was acquired by our vendor last year and returned to the UK. The V5C shows three former keepers in the UK since 1989.Extensive recent works have included a major service and a full '111-point' check by Porsche, Bournemouth in September 2015. In addition, the metering unit and cold start system have been rebuilt and the car drives extremely well indeed. On test with Silverstone Auctions, the car pulled hard through all gears and was a thrill to drive. The steering felt light and direct, the gearbox was tight and the brakes, clutch and overall driving experience inspired real confidence.We welcome pre-sale inspections and prospective bidders should contact the office for further details. A highly collectable Porsche that ticks all the boxes in terms of history, condition and pure turbo-driving thrills.

2001 Bentley Azure Convertible

Lot #248 (Sale Order 72 of 92)

The Bentley Azure made its début to genuine applause in front of a very appreciative, invited audience at the Geneva Motor Show in 1995. Based on the Continental 'R' platform, it was a protracted two years in development, and Bentley essentially shared the process with Carrozzeria Pininfarina who had a long history of creating beautiful two-door convertibles. Pininfarina built the shell and the substantial powered soft-top at their factory in Italy with final assembly being carried out by Bentley in Crewe. These are large cars seating four adults in superb comfort and emanate presence and style, however, remarkably the sheer size of the Azure is disguised by its beautiful flowing lines and the car appears well-proportioned and elegant.Power came from the company's dependable 6.75 litre V8, featuring a single inter-cooled Garrett turbocharger and produced in the region of 385 bhp. With a 0-60mph time of 6.3 seconds and a top speed of 150mph, the Azure was a very quick car given its size and weight. The combination of power and refinement was a potent one and the Azure was unquestionably a very exclusive motor car and priced accordingly, with potential buyers having to apply the Montblanc to their little grey Coutts cheque books to the tune of around £230,000. From 1999 onwards the model was available at considerable extra cost with 'Mulliner Trim' which encompassed a number of options allowing customers to create their own, individual Azure. Supplied new by Jack Barclay in 2001, Y327 BHO was ordered with a number of boxes ticked on the Mulliner list including, a Continental 'T' wide body, larger alloy wheels, embroidered marque emblems on the headrests and Bentley emblems on the rear wood cappings. The vendor, who has owned this very special Bentley since 2004, informs us that the indicated mileage of just under 19,000 is warranted and is supported by both the car's service history and earlier MOT certificates. The Peacock Blue paintwork retains its deep shine with beautifully crafted flat panels and superb shut lines from front to back. The Sandstone Leather interior is nothing short of a delight, with its classic, bulls-eye air conditioning vents, gleaming sill plates, silk-smooth hide, deep carpets, and lambswool over rugs, and is a lavish display of outstanding quality and craftsmanship. Spend some time in here and it would be difficult not to feel just a little bit pleased with yourself.Sold with a fresh MOT, the original supplying dealer hand pack is complete with all the original paperwork and booklets. There can be no more stylish way for four people to arrive anywhere, and with less than 20,000 miles covered and at a guide that is about a third of its new cost, this delightful example of Crewe's finest craftsmanship deserves consideration. The Bentley Azure made its debut at the Geneva Motor Show in 1995. It was based on the Continental R and Pininfarina assisted in the two year process of turning it into a beautiful two door convertible. Pininfarina built the shell and soft-top at their factory in Italy and final assembly was then carried out at the Bentley factory in Crewe. The large size of the Azure and its curves allowed it to possess both presence and grace whilst comfortably seating four adults.Power came from the company's dependable 6.75 litre V8, featuring a single intercooled Garrett turbocharger and produced in the region of 385 hp. With a 0-60mph time of 6.3 seconds and a top speed of 150mph, the Azure was a very quick car given its size and weight. The combination of power and refinement was a potent one and the Azure was an extremely exclusive car which was priced accordingly, buyers had to pay in the region of £230,000 to buy one new. From 1999 onwards the Azure was available at considerable cost with 'Mulliner Trim' which gave special bespoke specification. Supplied new by Jack Barclay, Y327 BHO was ordered with a Continental T wide body, larger alloy wheels, embroidered marque emblems to headrests and Bentley emblems to the rear wood capping's. The vendor, who has owned this very special Bentley since 2004 informs us that the mileage of just under 19000 miles is warranted and supported by both the cars service history and MOT history. The Peacock Blue paintwork is reported to be straight with beautifully crafted flat panels and even shut lines from front to back. The sandstone leather interior is nothing short of a delight, with its classic bulls eye air conditioning vents, the cabin is a lavish display of quite outstanding quality and craftsmanship. Sold with a fresh MOT, the original supplying dealer hand pack is complete with all original paperwork and booklets, with near perfect form and diverse functionality, this Bentley Azure Mulliner edition can still make anyone's list of the ultimate modern classic, and you'll look effortlessly cool too.

1959 Cadillac Series 62 Sedan

Lot #249 (Sale Order 73 of 92)

Although Cadillac had invented the tail fin in 1948, by the late 1950s others were offering their own take on the theme. In fact, the 1959 Cadillac fins were a response by Cadillac to the 1957 Chrysler line, which had borrowed Cadillac's own idea and taken it one step further. According to the late David Holls, former design director at GM, the famous fins of 1959 were the result of a directive from management that Cadillac would not be outdone by Chrysler products, in effect "Whatever they can do - we can do bigger".There was little danger of that, as the 1959 Cadillac was a modern classic that truly represented the high point of the era of fins and flash. It was huge yet remarkably docile to drive, thanks to abundant power, a first-rate automatic transmission, and excellent power steering and brakes.No other car captured the essence of the Jet Age quite like the 1959 Cadillac. In addition to sharply swept and dramatically pointed fins, surface development was a series of curves, nacelles, and character lines that could have come from one of the new jet fighters of the time. Wheel covers carried a turbine wheel motif, and there were even vestigial ventral fins at the lower edge of each rear side, passing through the fender skirts to merge into the massive rear bumper.This dramatic 1959 Cadillac is a statement about American motoring philosophy at that point in history and it is said that every old car enthusiast should own at least one at some point in their lifetime. The outrageous styling belies that fact that these are fantastic cars to drive on the road, assuming it's wide enough. When compared with its contemporaries, both domestic and European, it's a true luxury car and a pleasure to own and be seen in. The example on offer today is in overall very good condition and is reported to need no immediate work. The white paintwork and bodywork are said to be in good condition from an older re-paint, the trim is tidy and the engine and automatic gearbox are reported to be running very well indeed.We feel that the car, if so desired, could be immediately put to work as a bridal car and as such would complement any fleet of wedding cars. It would be most welcome at the dozens of County Shows that have sections for classic and interesting cars or maybe you would just like to light up a big 'Ceegar' and burble down your High Street "Boss Hog" style. A '59 Cadillac is a piece of classic Americana and we encourage all prospective bidders to come and see this one in the flesh. We welcome pre-sale inspections and think that this is a seriously tempting proposition given the realistic guide price and sheer scale of this impressive American icon.

2011 Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0

Lot #250 (Sale Order 74 of 92)

The Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0 was launched in 2011 and was the final development of the track-inspired series of 997 GT3 RS models. Only 600 examples were made and it was the last hurrah for the motorsport-derived Mezger flat-six that was bored out from 3.8 to 4.0 litres, the largest displacement 911 engine ever. The normally aspirated power plant was crucially mated to a 6-speed manual transmission and achieved 494bhp at 8,250rpm. The 4.0 RS is considered by many to be one of the greatest drivers' cars of all time and according to EVO Magazine when the car was released: "It is the ultimate 911, and you could easily argue it's all the car you'll ever need. It will become an icon."Ordered new from Porsche Stuttgart, this car was exported and delivered to Japan where it resided with its enthusiast owner until earlier this year. It's finished in Carrera White with contrasting Carrera GT Silver wheels and is trimmed in Black leather and Black Alcantara, complimenting the exterior perfectly and resulting in a stunning and eminently desirable 911.Having covered an indicated 27,000 miles, this RS has been regularly enjoyed and well-maintained annually with the service record showing four stamps. Presented with its book pack and import/NOVA documents the car is now ready to be registered, enjoyed and continue to be cared for.This car is a must have for the Porsche collector/enthusiast. The 4.0 holds a true place in Porsche history, not only is it the last of the Mezger engined Porsches, the RS 4.0 is the only limited edition where each car is numbered, and the 4.0 RS will probably be the last manual "RS" variant to roll out of the Porsche factory.This dazzling white GT3 RS 4.0 Limited Edition (472/600) is in superb condition and awaits your inspection.

1985 Morgan Plus Eight

Lot #251 (Sale Order 75 of 92)

Although Rover's attempts to acquire Morgan in 1966 had proved fruitless, it nevertheless granted the sports car manufacturer access to its newly acquired, ex-Buick lightweight aluminium V8 engine with a view to cementing a supply contract. Hired by the Malvern works to assess the powerplant's merits/suitability, race engineer Maurice Owen lost little time in shoehorning one into a Morgan Plus 4 chassis. With trials of the resultant prototype successfully undertaken in 1967, the Plus 8 debuted at the following year's Earls Court Motor Show. Built along familiar Morgan lines, its ladder frame chassis was equipped with independent 'sliding pillar' front suspension, a leaf-sprung rear axle, and disc/drum brakes. Supported by an ash frame, its swooping bodywork looked as traditional as ever but gave no clues as to the new model's extraordinary performance potential. Backed by a four-speed Moss gearbox (Rover's own engineers had only experimented with automatic transmission up to that point), the 3.5-litre unit was credited with some 160.5bhp and 190lbft of torque. In a car weighing comfortably less than 900kg, 'Autocar' magazine found that these outputs translated into 0-60mph in 6.7 seconds and 124mph. Known for their handling, traction and braking on smooth surfaces, it was not long before Plus 8s started to appear in motor racing. The 1985 Morgan Plus Eight offered here is finished in Nutmeg with black Ambla interior trim and has only covered 7,500 miles in the hands of two owners. It's the later 5-speed model running on SU Carburettors, in remarkably original condition and obviously appears to have been cherished. The history file contains delivery letters from Morgan at the time when the waiting list was five years. The tools are still wrapped in their protective brown greaseproof paper and a complete service record with all the previous MOTs can be found in the history file.This fabulous Plus Eight has covered less than 7,500 miles in thirty years and its condition is absolutely commensurate with that. The introduction of the Plus Eight elevated Morgan into the real performance league and the joy of driving an earlier V8 needs to be experienced and transcends just the Morgan enthusiast.

1947 Jaguar 1.5 SE Saloon

Lot #252 (Sale Order 76 of 92)

This is where the Jaguar saloon car story really begins. In the pre-war Swallow Sidecar and SS era, the company had cut its teeth building increasingly desirable sports cars and saloons, but with the 1.5 Litre, and its larger brothers, the newly renamed Jaguar Car Company really started to fly. In the aftermath of World War II, company founder William Lyons revived Jaguar production in late 1945 with cars that carried forward the make's 1937-39 styling. That renowned Jaguar design featured swoopy, close-coupled bodywork, with flowing wings and a traditional upright radiator grille flanked by large, freestanding, headlamps. Wire wheels were standard. Known to collectors (retrospectively) as 'Mark IV' models, these original post-World War II Jaguars were produced until 1948, at which point a new design officially designated the 'Mark V' series succeeded them.Mechanically the 1.5-litre initially utilized a 1,608cc OHV four-cylinder Standard engine, but from 1938 this was bored out to 1,775cc, developing some 65bhp and was equipped with a 4-speed manual transmission. The cars were built on a separate chassis frame with suspension by semi-elliptic leaf springs on rigid axles front and rear with mechanically operated brakes using a Girling system.Despite its lack of out-and-out performance, a report at the time, compared the 4-cylinder 1.5-litre with its 6-cylinder siblings, and opined that the smallest-engined version of the car was "as is often the case ... the sweetest running car" with a "big car cruising gait in the sixties and seventies (mph)".This delightful 1.5 is an SE (Special Equipment) supplied new through Henlys Ltd of London to a Mrs. Dorothy Pratt in Leigh-on-Sea on 24th March 1947. The SE was equipped as standard with Lucas P80 headlamps, FT58 Fog Lamps, bumpers with curved ends and a heater!! Her pride and joy resided in the Essex area for the majority of its life until the early 1970s when it was loaned to a museum in Belgium.It remained on display in the museum until just three years ago when it was repatriated and shortly after purchased by our vendor. The car appears in remarkable condition having been sympathetically restored in 2010 with replacement trim sewn to the original design and a new interior roof lining also copied from the original.It has since been a long term recommissioning project for our vendor who has undertaken a full engine rebuild which included new pistons, liners, valves, bearings and oil seals, and has only covered approximately 50 'running-in' miles since. Additional work undertaken at the time included a refurbishment of the brake system and a rebuild of the car's steering box.Enclosed within the Jaguar's history file is a Jaguar/Daimler Heritage Trust Certificate, invoices for work undertaken and past tax discs. Currently unregistered, having been on loan to the museum whilst the DVLA was updating registration documents to the current V5C system, this 1.5 is known to the Jaguar Owners Club and the DVLA and we are told with their assistance can hopefully be re-registered with its original registration.This fabulous post-war Jaguar saloon ticks all the boxes. It's superbly presented and should be mechanically reliable, but when you take it out for a spin, that timeless, inexplicably addictive cocktail of creaks and groans and whiffs of oil and varnish and leather and hot metal are all there. Magic.A lovely example with a wonderful charm, a rare opportunity to own a car from the formative years of Jaguar Cars.

1997 Ferrari F355 GTS

Lot #253 (Sale Order 77 of 92)

The Ferrari F355 is a modern classic, so beautiful, so well-engineered and so well received that it marked the beginning of the end of the old-guard 'Ferraristi' philosophy that the only "real" Ferraris were ones with 12-cylinder engines. The Ferrari F355 Berlinetta and Targa GTS burst onto the world stage in the spring of 1994. It had almost exactly the same dimensions as its predecessor the 348, yet it was virtually a new car, as its stunning coachwork indicated. Many hours of wind tunnel testing influenced the harmonious shape which incorporated an F1 style flat bottom with an air flow channel that generated enough down-force to offset any lift.The longitudinally mounted 3496cc V8 had a stunning 380 horsepower at a spine-tingling 8,250 rpm. The gearbox now had six speeds with a new type of synchromesh that made it much easier to shift. New electronically adjustable shock absorbers varied their stiffness within milliseconds to suit the road surface. Around Ferrari's 1.86 mile Fiorano test track, the 355 was two seconds a lap faster than the 12-cylinder 512 TR and that level of performance combined with its sensational shape made it a worldwide success story.This particular F355 GTS was sold new to its first owner, a Ms Julie Kelly, on 6th January 1997 by the Channel Islands Ferrari Distributor, Melbourne Garage in Jersey. One of only 360 manual right-hand drive F355 GTS cars built, this car is finished in Giallo Modena Yellow and has a blue leather interior. The service book shows the following stamps: DateSpecialistMileage 13.3.98Lancaster Colchester 6,322 22.6.99JCT 600 11,696 20.7.00JCT 600 14,629 27.4.01Lancaster Colchester 16,663 26.4.02Lancaser Colchester 20,681 8.8.03 Meridien Modena 27,506 14.7.04 Stratstone Manchester 30,344 15.3.06 Graypaul Nottingham 37,081 18.5.07Graypaul Nottingham 39,744 1.12.08Graypaul Nottingham 41,763 3.11.11 Stratstone43,357 6.11.15S.A. Sullivan Motors Ltd 46,646 The work carried out in November by marque specialist S.A. Sullivan Motors included a full major service, new cambelts and auxiliary belts, a new water pump and a host of other work totalling in excess of £5,500, and since then the car has only travelled a further 287 miles. Supplied with its leather book pack with a full complement of books, toolkit and dustcover, this collectable manual F355 GTS has a V5c and an MoT until 1stJuly 2017. Now showing 46,933 miles, this striking car is a wonderful example of what many consider as one of Pininfarina's finest designs.

1957 Mercedes-Benz 220S Cabriolet

Lot #254 (Sale Order 78 of 92)

It's not always appreciated what a stir Mercedes-Benz road cars made in the 1950s. Leaving aside such obvious stars as the 300SL ‘Gullwing', there were headlines like ‘Magnificent Mercedes' whenever a new model was launched so it's not hard to see why the company applied new levels of build quality to even its most mundane models.The discreetly styled 220S, for example, featured servo-assisted brakes and an overhead camshaft engine and had a top speed of 100mph - when it was introduced in 1956, 100mph was beyond some sports cars. It was superbly assembled at a time when most post-war saloons were of dubious quality. and built down to a price.It also basked in the reflected glory of Mercedes-Benz's legendary return to Grand Prix racing in 1954 (Fangio won back-to-back World Championships) and it's winning of the 1955 World Sports Car Championship. The kudos which surrounded the model range cannot be understated especially since Mercedes-Benz insisted on direct correlations between its road cars and competition cars.With the cars it introduced in the 1950s, Mercedes-Benz began to move towards the niche in the market that it has come to call its own. It was a decision which paid off as Mercedes-Benz has become an extraordinarily successful company on the back of matchless engineering and build quality. The 220S is part of that tradition and remains one of the most desirable motorcars of its day.At the top of the range was the S Cabriolet, a stylish and graceful tourer, of which this is a fine example. 167 EVJ is particularly unusual in being one of just a handful of original right-hand drive examples built and we believe that out of the original 20 produced, only 8 remain. It was first registered on the 15th July 1957 and has had three owners since, with the previous owner purchasing the car on the 22nd May 1973 for £500 and this bill of sale is included in the file.Since our vendor purchased the car, much work has been undertaken, including a full interior retrim in red leather, a new hood, and re-chroming of the brightwork along with other recommissioning work to ensure the vehicle is in fine fettle.167 EVJ has been loved and cherished throughout and is supplied with its original instruction manual and sales brochure along with various bills and receipts from specialists such as Werner Karasch and Company, a UK V5 and a copy of the build sheets.With a comprehensive archive file, the car's rarity, and the model's importance in the history of 1950's Mercedes-Benz, this drophead 220S is a worthy consideration for any marque enthusiast.

1959 Jaguar XK150 3.8 S Fixedhead Coupe

Lot #255 (Sale Order 79 of 92)

The XK120 was launched in 1948 and was an international sensation. Succeeding developments of the XK finally put Jaguar on the world stage and the racing derivatives would be instrumental in the beginning of a hugely successful period for the company. The XK150 was the final incarnation of the XK and appeared in May 1957. A more refined and capable machine than its predecessors, the 150 was easily identifiable by its higher scuttle and door line, wider grille and improved interior space. However, the XK150 retained much of the mechanical layout of the XK140 sharing the same 3.4-litre, DOHC Jaguar straight-six.The XK150 S was introduced in 1958 and is widely regarded as the culmination of Jaguar's engineering achievements with the XK series. Indeed, the specification of the XK150 S undoubtedly paved the way for the E-Type that replaced it in 1961. The "S" boasted triple SU carburettors, a revised Harry Weslake-modified cylinder head and a manual 4-speed overdrive transmission. Performance was seriously impressive for 1958 with an enhanced output of 250bhp and a top speed of 132 mph. Engine sizes were usually 3.4 litres but a much rarer 3.8 litre emerged towards the end of production. In total, a mere 150 3.8 "S" Fixedhead Coupes rolled off the production line, of these a reported 111 were right-hand drive steering.This exceptionally rare, original right-hand drive 3.8 S Fixedhead Coupe is finished in red with black leather interior and has lived a truly fascinating existence. 6007 RE was extensively raced during the 1970s and 1980s in the UK, most notably by respected historic racer Dave Preece, who raced Aston Martins at Le Mans. In the photos attached, he is seen racing the car at Silverstone and Brands Hatch for Jaguar team Oldham and Crowther.During the 1990s, this important XK150 was owned by a Doctor, who used it for road touring and endurance rallies. More recently, the car has been raced by respected Jaguar specialist Neil Fender in Malta last year. The engine and running gear are reported to be strong and the car has recently been serviced and gone through by Guy Broad. In addition, the car was subject to a bare metal repaint in 2015 and the paintwork is in lovely condition.The vendor would like the car to go to a good home, where it will be driven and enjoyed. Fender Broad have also offered to help the new owner get FIA papers for the car. We have no doubt that chassis number TS825056DN would take pride of place amongst any Jaguar collection in the world. Supplied with a number of old invoices and previous MoT certificates, it would be fantastic to see the car back on the UK historic racing scene in 2017.

1980 Ferrari 308 GTB

Lot #256 (Sale Order 80 of 92)

The 308 GTB was launched at the Paris Motor show in 1975 as a direct replacement for the Dino 246, and the innovative Pininfarina design with sweeping curves and aggressive lines has gone on to become one of the most recognised Ferraris of all time. Fitted with a 255bhp, 2.9 litre DOHC V8 engine fueled through four Weber 40DCNF carburetors, it was the first of a line of legendary rear engined V8 Ferraris. The 308 would accelerate from 0 to 60mph in 6.5 seconds and was capable of reaching 159 mph. In 1980, 'more manageable' fuel injection replaced the Webers and, embarrassingly, the power output went down from 255 bhp to 214 bhp, however, two years later four valves per cylinder were added giving 'Quattro Valvole' models 240bhp. The 308 was manufactured in both GTB and GTS forms from 1977 to 1985 before being replaced by the 328.This particular 308 GTB is an original UK right-hand drive car ordered by Maranello Concessionaires Ltd. to be used as one of their demonstrators. An invoice dated 14/09/1979 made out to the importer shows that the car was finished in Blue Dino Metallic and upholstered in Sabbia leather. Other options specified from new included air-conditioning, wider wheels, and a front spoiler.The first private owner was a Mr J. Pawle Esq. of Hertfordshire, and an invoice dated 14th July 1981 shows that a Ferrari 308 GT4 2+2 was taken in part exchange against this car, which had by that point covered 5,054 miles. The service history of this car is plotted neatly through a raft of invoices in the history file which also contains a service book showing 19 stamps over the years from recognised marque specialists such as Emblem Sports Cars, Kent High Performance, and Rardley Motors.Most recently, in October 2015, the car was fully recommissioned by Mark Devaney, proprietor of 24 Hundred 'The Dino Workshop'. Eighty hours of labour was invoiced for extensive attentions which included the reconditioning of all brake callipers, new hoses, brake pads, a new master cylinder and bleeding of the system. Replacement cam belts and tensioners plus auxiliary drive belts were also fitted. All fluids were changed and an MoT carried out. Prior to our vendor's ownership, the car had a full interior retrim with new carpets, and in April of this year, the car was professionally resprayed in its original colour and now presents superbly. A set of new Michelin TRX tyres has also recently been fitted.Supplied with its dedicated book pack containing the service and driver's manuals, a toolkit, a UK V5c and an MoT until 30.6.17, this highly collectable 308 GTB, now showing 86,502 miles on the odometer, is in one of the most desirable specifications and is a delightful example of a classic Ferrari.

1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 E 2.5-16 Evolution II

Lot #257 (Sale Order 81 of 92)

Twenty-five years ago, the 190 E 2.5-16 Evolution II thrilled professionals and the general public alike when it was unveiled at the Geneva International Motor Show. Legend has it that all the limited run of 502 cars were sold pre-launch, possibly being squirrelled away by international car collectors. The bitter rivalry between BMW and Mercedes-Benz in saloon car racing throughout Europe helped hone the greatest 'touring cars' of the era and the Evo II was pitted against one of the best touring cars of all time, the E30 M3. Compromise was out of the question and the full-race car, developed for Group 'A' using this sports saloon as a basis, went on to acquire legendary status. Mercedes-Benz took the first three places in the DTM championship in the 1992 season with this vehicle, which was referred to succinctly as the "Evo II". The engine's output had been raised once again in comparison to the first Evolution model from the previous year, the Evo II now generating 235 horsepower. Top speed was 250 km/h, and the Evo II accelerated from a standing start to 100 km/h in 7.1 seconds. The body had also undergone further refinement on an aesthetic and aerodynamic level and the car's sporting pedigree was emphasised by its muscular stance. The Evo II's body kit is perhaps the most outrageous ever applied to a production car, and the fact it was a product of the ultra-conservative world of early ninety's Mercedes-Benz is even more incredible. Its ostentatious, fully adjustable rear spoiler was aerodynamically perfect and the front splitter would make a decent job of cutting the grass, however, despite outward appearances, the Evo II is a comfortable and tractable daily driver. This Evo II is number 452 of 502 cars ever made by Mercedes-Benz and was supplied new to the UK by Lancaster Mercedes-Benz in 1990. The dealer sticker still resides on the back window in pristine condition. The car was purchased by a collector and stored at the supplying main dealer for approximately 10 years, only covering a few road miles during this period. The odometer is currently reading just 885 miles. The bodywork is finished in black and the paint retains an excellent even shine across all panels. The panel fit is superb and the condition of the exterior is a joy to behold. The same goes for the black interior that seems to have little or no wear to either the leather seats, dash, door cards or headlining. The engine bay is totally original and correct, with components that have been incredibly preserved over the last 26 years. Evidently, this incredible homologation special would be a welcome contender at any Concours event around the world. Any fan of the legendary ‘Group A' Touring Car era needs to see this car to truly appreciate both its originality and splendid collector status. Without question, one of the lowest mileage examples one could ever hope to find on the market today. We welcome any pre-sale inspections on this unique vehicle, one of only four Evolution II models officially sold new in the UK.

1968 Shelby GT500

Lot #258 (Sale Order 82 of 92)

The new 1967 Mustang body shell had been designed to accept Ford's 390-cubic inch big block engine, however, Carroll Shelby had other ideas and decided to drop a Police Interceptor 428-cubic inch Cobra-Jet into the engine bay with the addition of dual carb intakes. His legendary GT500 was born and was the ‘top-of-the-line' for Mustang ownership in 1967-68.Output was conservatively claimed at 355 horsepower, however, actual output was closer to 400 with 420 foot-pounds of pavement-melting torque! The engine was mated to a four-speed manual transmission or 3-speed auto, the suspension was ‘heavy duty' and the brakes were power-assisted discs at the front with drums on the rear.The GT500 looked the part too, sporting a new front end with a unique bonnet scoop and grille-mounted driving lights, giving the GT500 Shelbys a more aggressive stance. Towards the back, it boasted rear threequarter scoops, a rear spoiler, and sequential turn signals from a 1966 Thunderbird, all of which gave the car, even more, road presence. A roll-over bar with inertia-reel shoulder harnesses completed the race-car references and the model has been immortalized with true ‘cult' status ever since. In recent years GT500s have become prized collector items and continue to perform incredibly well all over the world.Chassis number 00551 is a second series GT500 and is 1 of just 1020 examples built and 1 of 458 sold new in Candy Apple Red. It was ordered new in 1967 and delivered to Joe Myers Ford in Houston, Texas on 17th January 1968 with the fantastic 428ci 4-Valve engine.Desirable factory options included: 6,000 RPM hydraulic camshaft, manual 4-speed wide-ratio transmission, power disc brakes, power steering, ram-air intake, hood locks, remote driver's side mirror, décor black interior and tilt away steering column.Supplied in the history file is the original bill of sale from 1968, along with 78 pages of bills and receipts over the years. The car was expertly restored by Shelby marque specialists Classic Car Care of Texas benefitting from a full rotisserie rebuild and, having only covered 1,000 miles since is presented in fine condition. The paintwork retains an excellent shine and the interior is in lovely order. The engine bay is still very clean and the engine sounds incredible on start up!In 2010 this GT500 was acquired by a UK collector from Specialty Sales in San Carlos, California and he has kept the car in pristine condition covering just 200 fine-weather miles in 6 years.Offered publicly for sale for the first time ever in Europe, this incredible vehicle is included within the Shelby World Register and has a deluxe Marti Report. The Marti report confirms the car as a matching numbers example that has never had an engine change. Pre-sale inspections are encouraged and prospective bidders should contact the office for further details. This extremely rare Shelby GT500 is surely the ultimate ‘Muscle Car' and is one of the finest examples we have ever seen in Europe.

1971 Citroen SM Maserati

Lot #259 (Sale Order 83 of 92)

Begun in 1961, 'Project S' emerged from Citroën's requirement to develop a sports variant of the revolutionary DS. As was customary for the quirky French firm, many running concept vehicles were developed with increasingly complex and upmarket features to differentiate the 'sports' project from the popular DS. The acquisition of Maserati by Citroën in 1968 was motivated by the possibility of harnessing Maserati's high-performance engine technology to produce a true Grand Tourer, combining the sophisticated Citroën suspension with the power of a Maserati V6.The result was the Citroën SM, which was first shown to rapturous appreciation at the Geneva Motor Show in March 1970. It went on sale in France in September of that year in left-hand drive only, although right-hand drive conversions were later offered in the UK and Australia. The SM was Citroën's flagship vehicle, competing with other high-performance GTs of the time from manufacturers such as Jaguar, Lotus, Ferrari, Aston Martin, Alfa Romeo and Porsche. It was also Citroën's way of demonstrating just how much power and performance could be accommodated in a front-wheel drive design. As an example of Citroën's optimism and progressive technology, the SM was untouchable, and similarities drawn by pundits of the day to the design and futurism of aircraft such as Concorde cemented the love affair still borne by car aficionados today.The SM was a two door, four seat coupé powered by a 2670cc, Maserati, four-cam, 90-degree V6 producing 180bhp at 6,250rpm, all fed through the front wheels. In 1972 the 2.7 was changed from triple Weber 42DCNFs to Bosch Jetronic injection although later cars returned to the Webers. It was capable of 0-60 in around 8 seconds and had a top speed in fifth gear of 140mph. Suspension was 'Hydropneumatic' and the steering was 'variable-assist' hydraulic. Everything about the car was complex and innovative which is probably why they continue to generate such interest. This, 1971 SM, is a carburettor car that was originally supplied to the Italian market and was imported into the UK around five years ago where it was proudly displayed in the London Motor Museum as a design icon. It has recently undergone recommissioning and servicing including inspection and partial reconditioning of the suspension hydraulic system. The odometer is currently reading 106,000 kms.although we are unable to warrant this. The only non-standard part fitted to the car is the addition of a stainless steel exhaust built to the same design as the original components. Although the paintwork has been resprayed in the past the car has not undergone a full restoration, but it has been maintained well throughout its life and was still in use in Italy prior to being brought to the UK.The coachwork is straight and dent free with good panel gaps all round. The paintwork is reported as “in excellent condition with no scratches or stone chips and has been resprayed in the past in the original colour”. The interior trim is lightly patinated but all present and in good condition. We are told the engine “runs smoothly having just undergone a service and had the carburettors balanced, and the gearbox runs through all gears faultlessly with no knocks or rattles”.This exciting and rare piece of French exotica appears to run and drive well and is ready for a new owner to enjoy. Not currently UK registered, the car will have a NOVA number and a fresh MOT at the time of the auction and will be fully 'detailed' inside and out.

1960 Jensen 541S

Lot #260 (Sale Order 84 of 92)

At the start of the 1950s the Jensen Motor Company had a financially sound business producing commercial vehicles and building bespoke bodies for other manufacturers. As is often the way with successful entrepreneurs, the Jensen brothers enjoyed having their name on their products and having been involved for years prior to the war building small cars in conjunction with Standard, Austin and Wolseley, their attention turned again in the late forties to the possibility of creating a rather more exclusive Jensen. Richard Jensen was joined in 1946 by Eric Neale and they jointly penned the sleek (and expensive) Interceptor which remained in production from 1950-57. The bodywork was mostly aluminium, but as an experiment Jensen had started making the large boot lids in a revolutionary material formed from hair-thin glass embedded in a resinous gel, 'Glass Fibre'.Eric Neale's influence was immediately obvious in the, new for 1953, Jensen 541. He first created the distinctive 'mouth' shape, anticipating the cold air requirements of a possible big V8 although the Austin 4-litre straight six turned out to be the engine of choice, and the rest of the body flowed back from that point. A lattice of wooden body formers provided a reference over which skilled craftsmen beat a skin of aluminium. The finished car was exhibited at the 1953 Motor Show but there was one trick left up Jensen's sleeve, production cars were to be constructed from glass fibre! As production of the 541 settled down the options available increased. A package incorporating the most frequently chosen extras was applied to the car which was then marketed as the '541 Deluxe' and rack and pinion steering followed shortly in the '541R'.In 1959 work started on creating a slightly larger 541, which would be better suited to long-distance cruising. This car was to have an auto gearbox as standard and was wider and taller than its predecessor, and so was born the new 541S. Some 4” inches wider than the original 541R, while also offering increased headroom and greater luggage capacity, the ‘S’ version was generally considered to be a more practical machine and certainly more comfortable for touring. In addition to a general increase in size, the body styling changed at the same time with distinctive 'scallops' being added at the rear and on the bonnet and a new grille. Less apparent initially were the improvements these modifications made to road holding, stability and ride.In the 541S, Jensen used their own powerful version of the Austin DS5 4-litre straight-six engine featuring triple H4 SU carburettors, a high compression 'Weslake' head, custom-made twin exhaust manifolds and an alloy baffled sump/oil cooler. A total of 127 cars were hand-built between 1960 and 1962 at Jensen's West Bromwich factory, most having GM-licensed Rolls-Royce 'Hydramatic' gearboxes. This was unusual at the time as most performance cars were fitted with 'sporty' manual gearboxes but the automatic suited Jensen's criteria for the 541S of effortless speed and luxurious long distance cruising, although twenty-two were fitted with Moss manual gearboxes at their owner's request. The 541S is also notable for being the first British car to have seat belts fitted as standard equipment and the pioneering use of Dunlop disc brakes on all four wheels was carried on from the 'Deluxe'. Other safety equipment included a padded windscreen surround, fire extinguisher and a first-aid kit and each car was fitted with a quality Motorola radio as standard. Chassis Number 'JM/EXP/101 is almost certainly the automatic 541S used by Jensen in 1960 on its stand at the London Motor Show at Earl's Court. There were three experimental (EXP) cars built, ('pre-production prototypes'), two being manual and one automatic. '101' is automatic and was registered 750 CEA although the photographs from the show display the car with 'JENSEN' on the number plates. It was finished in Pearl Grey and looks superb sat on Stand 134.This car was registered to Jensen Motors for a period of some two years. A letter in the file from them confirms that during this period it was used for road tests, demonstration purposes and as an experimental car, and according to the letter was no doubt driven by the Jensen brothers and carefully looked after by the Engineering Department. It was featured in 'THE MOTOR', October 19th. 1960 and 'AUTOCAR', Feb 3rd. 1961 road test reports. Whilst currently registered 377 HWT, there is verification from both DVLA and the Jensen Owners Club that 750 CEA was its original registration. An expression of interest has been lodged with DVLA to repatriate this number rightfully back to this car. An extensive history file accompanies the car and includes the original London Motor Show 1960 Guide, press cuttings of the day, old photographs, past invoices and letters. The show car was originally Pearl Grey but at some point has been changed to its current colour of Maroon, but ins

1966 Mercedes-Benz 230SL Pagoda

Lot #261 (Sale Order 85 of 92)

The second generation SL began with the 230 of 1963. Designed by Paul Bracq, its wonderfully crisp styling clothed a monocoque chassis equipped with all-round independent suspension, power assisted disc/drum brakes, recirculating ball steering and a 2306cc straight-six engine of 150bhp and 145 lb-ft of torque mated to either a four-speed manual or an automatic transmission. Of the 48,912 W113 Series cars made between 1963 and 1971, 19,831 were 230SLs.This left-hand drive, manual transmission, Mercedes-Benz 230SL was imported from the USA in 2011 and at the time was the subject of a sympathetic restoration.The blue coachwork is in good order and the contrasting red interior appears to show little sign of wear. Dry stored in the winter months, this 230SL has been used very little by the current vendor and, as a result, presents in excellent all-round condition.Accompanying the car is a history file of receipts and service bills, the original instruction book, and its V5C registration document.These distinctively shaped SL models were amongst the best-loved sports cars of their day and still remain highly sought after by collectors.

1957 BMW 502 3.2 V8

Lot #262 (Sale Order 86 of 92)

The BMW 502 was a luxury saloon built by BMW from 1954 and 1958, and in terms of character and style is often regarded as the ancestor of the current 7 Series. It succeeded BMW's first post-war car, the 501, a somewhat underpowered and uncompetitive 6-cylinder limousine. The company's response, launched at the 1954 Geneva Motor Show, was the 502, with its V8 engine, and subtle styling changes. There were four variants offered with the 3.2-litre Super at the top of the range. The 502 was Germany's first post-war car with a V8, but its high price of 17,450DM resulted in low sales figures, with only 190 units being sold in its first year of production, and total production of the 3.2 litre V8 variant standing at 3,865.Very few were manufactured for the right-hand drive market, and HSK 533 is seemingly one of just twelve cars produced in this format. With more than a passing resemblance to the Jaguar Mk I, one surmises the UK market preferred the Jaguar over the BMW and, realistically, it was only ten years since the end of hostilities. The 502, with its thin central pillar from which the rear suicide doors hung elegantly offered near Rolls-Royce level of rear passenger comfort and space, and in the front the wood veneered dashboard, multi-station radio, and thin steering wheel provided a simple, understated and yet functional luxury. First registered on the 4th December 1957, the HPI report shows zero former keepers, an error, we believe, as our vendor informs us that his grandfather, Leslie H. Trainer, the founder of Trainer BMW of Swansea, bought the car some forty years ago. During the 1970s, the dealership undertook an extensive programme of restoration, details of which are in the history file. A letter was sent requesting some replacement red velour from BMW Munich in 1979, and both the letter and its reply are included in the history file.As befits a restoration carried out in-house by a BMW main dealer the car presented superbly, going on to win the Munich Cup at the BMW International Concours d' Elegance in 1980, 1981, 1982 and 1986. With the expansion of the BMW dealership and a burgeoning private collection HSK 533 was laid up in 1991. An MOT dated 26th October 1991, shows the car having an odometer reading of 86,082 miles, and the tax disc displayed in the windscreen attests to the last time it was on the road, as does the current indicated mileage, showing an increment of just 14 miles since the 1991 MOT.Presented to auction in "barn find" condition, largely complete and with a history file that includes the Driver's Handbook, HSK 533 is a worthy contender for restoration with the double advantages of rarity and provenance.

1988 Porsche 911 (930) Turbo

Lot #263 (Sale Order 87 of 92)

The Porsche 930 Turbo was a genuine 'Supercar' that defined the Seventies and Eighties and was one of the fastest production cars available at the time. It was first seen at the 1973 Paris Auto Show and full production commenced two years later. The basic engine underpinnings came from the Carrera 2.7RS which was increased to 3.0 Litres and, of course, turbocharged with technology gained from Porsche's 917/30 Can-Am program. The bodywork received special treatment resulting in one of the most aggressive looking Porsches ever made with its wide arches and impressive rear whale-tail and the brakes came directly from the Porsche 917 race car. This 1988 930 Turbo is a very desirable UK model and is finished in Grand Prix White with a two-tone blue and white leather interior. It was supplied new on the 5th of February 1988 to its first and only registered keeper by Coopers of Exeter. The odometer is currently reading only 30,857 miles from new and this number is supported by past MoT certificates, along with a number of service stamps in the original handbook.Stored in a temperature controlled environment and forming part of a large private collection, this Turbo has seen little use in recent years and remains in stunning condition, partly because in its early life it was particularly well cared for by its first owner. He was so fastidious, that even after a long day out at a local car show he would remove all the wheels after use in order to clean the wheel arches! We are told that the paintwork is original and it is still very bright and in keeping with such a low mileage example. Certainly, the inner wings and boot area look highly original with a light wax finish and similarly, the seats and interior are in superb condition and show very little signs of use on the driver's bolster and carpets.The history file contains past bills and receipts detailing expenditure and general upkeep over the years, along with the aforementioned MoT certificates and the original bill of sale from Coopers of Exeter. The 930 Turbo was the car many of us dreamt of in our childhood but now suddenly they are back and a 'must-have' for a new generation of collectors. This superb two owner, Grand Prix White, Porsche 930 Turbo must be seen to be believed.

1982 Rolls-Royce Corniche

Lot #264 (Sale Order 88 of 92)

The Corniche, two-door convertible version of the Silver Shadow, has been without a doubt the most successful convertible ever produced by Rolls-Royce. First introduced in 1966 as the "Silver Shadow Mulliner Park Ward two door, drophead coupé", it became apparent by popular demand that this version would deserve to have its own model name so in march 1966 the Corniche was born.This particular car has been the pride and joy of one previous owner for over thirty years and is now showing just over 19,000 miles. The condition of the vehicle is testament to the low mileage, with every detail still in incredible condition. The biscuit leather, lambs wool over rugs, wooden dashboard and ‘Everflex' vinyl soft top remain completely original and in truly exceptional order.The history file contains the original leather-bound owner's handbook, complete with manuals, warranties, service booklet and even photographs of both the car and owner when purchased at a Rolls-Royce dealership. Supplied new with a period wood-rim Nardi steering wheel and a unique 24K gold ignition key with grille and spirit emblem.The electrics and mechanics work smoothly and flawlessly to give that ultimate Rolls-Royce feeling. It performs effortlessly on the motorway and even in traffic, the gearbox shifts smoothly and both the brakes and suspension are in fine working order. Supplied with specialist service history, this truly incredible example is ready to be enjoyed.

1957 Mercedes-Benz 190SL

Lot #265 (Sale Order 89 of 92)

The Mercedes-Benz 300SL was the first iteration of the SL-Class grand tourer and the fastest production car of its day. Introduced in 1954 as a two-seat coupé with distinctive gull-wing doors, it was later offered as an open roadster. Hugely successful in Europe and across the pond, coupe and roadster production topped out at 3,258 cars. Its successor, the 190SL, combined superlative build quality with understated styling and a not insignificant 104bhp from the 1.9 litre, four stroke engine. An instant hit, the three-pronged star sparkled among the gloom of post-war austerity. The 1955 launch of the 190SL cemented Mercedes-Benz's reputation as the car manufacturer for those who wanted elegance, build quality and a good turn of speed. Unsurprisingly most of the 26,000 units were sold to the North American market.Bought by our vendor, a retiring classic car restorer, in 2015 this 1957 190SL was imported into the UK from the United States. Currently on a NOVA with taxes settled, this doughty survivor is offered in true "barn find" condition. The lower half still retains some white paint alluding to its former colour, as does the remarkably preserved white painted dashboard. The bare metal panels show welded repairs to the wings, and most of the mechanical components are in place including the engine, gearbox and axle.Currently unregistered, the car offers the successful purchaser a myriad of options both in the UK and overseas. Starting with an application to Mercedes-Benz for the car's data sheet, the information provided will enable the car to be restored to its former glory. Further research could uncover the car's history since 1957, a bit of detective work that can often prove quite enjoyable. Another option, considering its condition and the fact that just 562 right-hand drive 190SLs were produced, is to convert the car to right-hand drive.To conclude therefore, with prices of the best 190SLs hitting £200,000, and decent cars in excess of £100,00, this survivor is truly worthy of a restoration and deserves to see the boulevard once again.

2007 BMW Z4 M Roadster

Lot #266 (Sale Order 90 of 92)

The BMW Z4 was introduced in 2002 and was styled by BMW's Danish designer Anders Warming. The car had its own distinctive appeal that helped it take on the Porsche Boxster directly, where the earlier Z3 had always trailed in the Porsche's wake. Thanks to a spread of engines and dose of practicality, the Z4 also managed to challenge the Mercedes SLK and Audi TT to be a very competent all-round roadster. They were all fully built at BMW USA's South Carolina plant with the exception of the Z4M, launched in 2006, which was assembled in Carolina using engines and transmissions from BMW's 'M' Division in Germany. The essence of any 'M' car is always the powertrain really and the heart of the Z4M is the special grey-cast-iron-block 3.2-litre straight-six (iron was used iron for extra rigidity at high rpm). Designated S54, it's the last in the M50 line of engines and benefited from all the latest technology, including individual ‘fly by wire' throttle bodies and dual variable cam timing (VANOS in BMW-speak) which all helped it to pump out 338bhp at 7900rpm and 269lb ft of torque at 4900rpm, with an 8000rpm red line. All these 'Pferde' are directed towards the back wheels through a Getrag 'Type H' 6-speed. Engine management, however, is specific to the Z4M: the Siemens MSS70 with higher processing power (64 million calculations per second) than the MSS54 (25 million CPS) in the M3. Other performance parts borrowed from the M3 include the CSL's compound (aluminum hubs, stainless steel pins, cross drilled iron floating rotors) brakes and most of the M3's suspension components. Other changes include a hydraulic steering setup which provides better feel than the electric system in standard Z4 models. Weighing 3197 lb (1450 kg), the M Roadster has been tested by a number of car magazines to accelerate from Zero-60 mph in 4.7 seconds, which is slightly quicker than the Porsche Boxster S and Porsche Cayman S. Top speed is electronically limited to 155 mph (249 km/h).The 2007 Z4M Roadster offered here is finished in sparkling Ruby Black Metallic with Imola Red Nappa leather and a leather carbon dash and our vendor believes his is one of only 25 Roadsters in this combination.At the time of consignment, the indicated mileage was only 24,850 miles and the registration document shows that it has been enjoyed by four owners. The car has been regularly serviced and maintained and the file has details of inspections and maintenance right through from its Pre Delivery at Stratstone BMW on 16/10/07 to the latest service (inspection 1 and 2) by Sytner, Nottingham at 19589 miles. The car was granted an MOT certificate on 14/07/16 at 23,374 miles.The car will be accompanied by its original handbooks and stamped service book, however, the cherished registration number, previously on the car has been retained and a new V5 will be issued by the time of the sale.This Z4M appears to be in excellent condition and has patently been cared for over the years. The warranted mileage is very low for a nine-year-old car but it looks to have done half of that. The engine bay is very clean, the interior is striking with no obvious signs of wear, and the paintwork has retained that intriguing Rubinschwarz 'twinkle'.All in all, this is a fast and charismatic little Z4M roadster and is a sensible proposition as a sports tourer. The market has started to recognise their future potential and good ones are getting harder to find.

1992 Ferrari 512TR

Lot #267 (Sale Order 91 of 92)

Ferrari unveiled the new Testarossa (F110) at the 1984 Paris Motor Show, marking the end of production of the legendary Boxer that had been the flagship 12-cylinder Ferrari model for the previous ten years. Styled by Pininfarina, the Testarossa (Red Head) paid homage to the great 1950's sports racers that originally bore that name, referring to their bright red rocker box covers.The mid-engine, rear wheel drive configuration allowed the centre of gravity to be positioned in the middle of the car resulting in the weight distribution being 40/60 front and rear, almost an ideal balance in terms of road holding and steering response. The Testarossa was larger than its Boxer predecessor, some 6 inches wider and 2.5 inches longer at 2550mm, allowing for more leg room and combined with the raised roof height in the cabin made progress a little more comfortable, provided you could see the corners of the car, which you couldn't.Production of the 512TR commenced in 1991 with deliveries to customers in 1992 and was effectively a re-engineered Testarossa, although Ferrari were keen that it was regarded as a new model. As well as the slightly less dramatic styling and a few tweaks to the detailing the main changes were chassis and engine related. The power of the 4.9 Litre, 48 valve, flat 12 was increased to 428 bhp from 380 with a similar improvement in torque, and with the benefit of a 30kg weight reduction on the earlier model, 0-60 times fell from 5.3 to 4.9 seconds. This particular left-hand drive 512TR was supplied on 1st April 1992 to a Mr.Stellato in Milan by Ferrari Main Dealer Crepaldi Auto S.P.A. The car is finished in Rosso Corsa with a Nero Black leather interior, and upon opening the door to the cockpit the 'new car smell' is still evident. Serviced in April 1992 after 435km, the car was obviously infrequently used as the next service was carried out by SportCar S.N.C. of Milan in September 2015 at 7,930km. An invoice in the file for 3,400 Euros documents this, most recent, service which did include all the belts being changed.Supplied with its full original leather book pack, spare keys, original toolkit, an MoT until 12th October 2016, and a UK V5c, this 512TR now shows only 8,308km on the odometer, which is the equivalent of 5,157 miles, and is possibly one of the finest conditioned 512 TRs we've seen for some time. Low mileage examples such as this rarely come to market, and this stunning car represents the perfect opportunity for any Prancing Horse enthusiast.

2003 Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG

Lot #268 (Sale Order 92 of 92)

The Mercedes-Benz 'R230' first appeared in 2001 at the Frankfurt Motor Show, but it was in 2003 that the seriously powerful SL55 AMG version was introduced. Massively fast and dramatic to look at, the 5.4-litre engine produced 476 BHP and a tree stump pulling 520 lbs/ foot of torque! Early owners included the difficult-to-impress, Jeremy Clarkson, and even he was on record as being a massive fan of the way it drove, the way it looked and above all, the way it sounded! Featuring the amazing "Panoramic Electric Glass Roof System", it became the sports car to own between 2003 and 2006.This SL55 AMG was supplied new to the UK, and boasts an incredible factory specification that includes Active Body Control suspension, Red AMG logo, Electronic orthopaedic massaging and heated memory seats, Satellite Navigation, Automatic Variable and Paddle Shift Gearbox, glass roof, Xenon headlights and AMG wheels.Finished in Obsidian Black Metallic with a red leather interior, this SL55 is presented in superb order and has covered just over 89,500 miles from new. A full service history is supplied in the accompanying file, along with bills and receipts for work carried out and original book pack and manuals. The fuel tank was also recently replaced, a common fault on these models, and new control arms and bushes fitted on the front suspension.Offering genuine supercar performance for a most realistic outlay, this comfortable car can be used every day and, in terms of approachability, is a genuine "sheep in wolf's clothing".


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