Classic Car Sale February 16th 2014

CHARTERHOUSE
Auctioneers & Valuers
Auction to be held at
The Footman James Classic Car Show
Royal Bath & West Showground Shepton Mallet BA4 6QN
Sunday 16th February 2014 at 12.00 noon
Entry by catalogue only on the auction day
Viewing
th
Saturday 9 February 9.30 am – 4.00 pm
And morning of sale from 9.30 am
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Vehicles not collected by 3.30pm on the Monday following the auction will be removed to a compound at Evercreech at a cost of £60 + VAT
per vehicle. Storage charges will then be levied at £10 per vehicle per day or part thereof. You are reminded of our terms and conditions of
sale especially regarding insurance.
Motorcycles not collected by 3.30pm on the Monday following the auction will be removed to our head office in Sherborne at a cost of £40
+ VAT per motorcycle.
Automobilia will also be removed to our head office for collection at no extra charge.
CHARTERHOUSE
The Long Street Salerooms Sherborne Dorset DT9 3BS Telephone 01935 812277
[email protected] www.charterhouse-auctions.co.uk
1 A 1953 Vincent Firefly All Weather Cycle
Motor, registration number SAE 12. This rare
cycle motor has only had two owners in 60 years.
It was originally registered to Mrs Diana-May
Garland of Bristol, who retained ownership until
November of the same year, when the current
vendor purchased it. The vendor used the cycle
motor for a very short time, before removing it
from the bicycle frame and storing it in the attic,
where it remained until being removed for auction.
Offered for sale, with a letter from Vincent
Engineers (Stevenage) Ltd, dated 9 February 1954,
a sales brochure, The Motorcycle road test report,
a Miller Lampset hand bill, an instruction booklet
for fitting and maintenance of the Firefly and an
RF60 and continuation logbook See illustration 2 A 1970s Puch Newport moped, one lady owner
from new.
Fingal, as this well travelled
£200 - 300
diminutive moped is affectionately known, has
travelled 4,025 miles from new. But unlike most
similar mopeds, its 4,000 odd miles have not been
travelled to and from work by a commuter or to
school by a student. No! Fingal has clocked up
his miles travelling the world with his lady
journalist owner.
There are photocopies of
newspaper articles (including the New York
Times) of Fingal's exploits from Connecticut and
California in America, a tour of Corsica, England,
Scotland and France. Fingal now awaits a new
owner to continue his adventures.
No
accompanying paperwork See illustration £200 400
3 A 2012 Atipong Motor Company Super Skylab
Tuk Tuk, unregistered, red. The Tuk Tuk offered
for auction was a special order vehicle made for a
Bristol vehicle hire company. It comes fresh to
the market, unregistered and is effectively a new
vehicle. Manufactured in Thailand it is based on
North Thailand's everyday vehicles which are built
to carry everything from people to cattle. This
particular Tuk Tuk was made with front facing
seats and is believed to be one of only two with
this seating arrangement, the other being in Spain.
The manufacturing build sheet states that it is
powered by a 150 cc four stroke engine and has a
five forward gears plus reverse gearbox. The
vendor informs us that to comply with British
legislation the seatbelts will need changing to lap
type and the handbrake will require some
alteration. The Tuk Tuk is offered for auction
with manufacturer's build sheets and import duty
papers showing that all VAT and import duties
have been paid See illustration Note: This vehicle
is subject to VAT on the hammer price. £1000 2000
4 A 1950 Brockhouse Corgi, red.
This
Brockhouse Corgi has been restored utilising a
1950 frame and a 1948 Mk I single speed non kick
start engine. Accompanying the bike are two
RF60 log books appertaining to the frame
(registration number DVG 947) and the other for
the engine (registration number GWY 413),
newspaper articles, photographs of the bike on
show with the Tor & Torridge Classic Bike Club
and VMCC application forms which should aid
the next owner in registering the bike. RF60 x 2,
MOT and tax exempt See illustration £400 - 600
5 A 1981 Triumph Bonneville T140E, frame
number GDA30398, engine number D/N1132,
smokey flame, unregistered and stored from new.
This very exciting find of an unregistered, and
stored from new Bonnie, is surely a real discovery
and a must for any serious motorcycle collection.
She is presented still in the protective shipping
grease and has never been fired up. The vendor
informs us that there hasn't even been any petrol in
the tank. Offered for auction with the original
purchase receipt from Meredon for £1635.53,
including purchase tax, warranty agreement and
the vehicle registration application form.
Unregistered See illustrations £9500 - 10500
6 A 1964 BSA C15 police special duty patrol
motorcycle, registration number CRM 290B,
frame number C1550582, engine number
C15/FP/106, black.
The C15 police patrol
motorcycles were fitted with a low compression
engine, special exhaust with additional baffling, a
large 22 amp-hour battery in standard trim with
the addition of a fairing, police signs, sirens, radio,
etc.
according
to
specific
constabulary
requirements. This particular motorcycle was in
service with the Cumberland and Westmorland
Constabulary.
After decommissioning the
motorcycle was sold for civilian use. In the early
1990s the motorcycle was discovered by a serving
Cumbrian police officer in a lockup garage in
Manchester. It was subsequently fully restored to
its former glory and has been used as a show bike
ever since. The vendor describes the motorcycle
as to a show standard in all respects and is only
reluctantly selling the motorcycle due to health
reasons. V5C, MOT and tax exempt See
illustration £2500 - 2800
7 A 1960 Ariel Arrow, registration number 850
AFJ, black over white. These Val Page and
Bernard Knight designed Leader and more
sporting Arrow versions were produced between
1959 and 1964. The Arrow featured a 247 cc two
stroke twin port engine, which produced 20 bhp
and was capable of 75 mph when new. This Arrow
has been sympathetically restored, and the vendor
describes it as in very nice order and running very
well. There is a good history file with numerous
old receipts, expired tax discs, MOTs and SORNs.
Having formed part of a small collection of Ariel
motorcycles, this Arrow is now only for sale to
make way for the vendor's next project. V5C,
MOT exempt, currently on SORN See illustration
£2000 - 3000
8 A 1991 Kawasaki GPZ 900, registration number
H12 WRM, red/black. This modern classic sports
bike is described by the vendor, in respect to the
condition of the engine, frame, paint and fairing,
as excellent.
He also advises us that the
motorcycle has recently had a full service and
MOT, and that both tyres have been replaced. A
great sports motorcycle, offering the next owner,
plenty of performance and value at the suggested
guide price. V5C, MOT to January 2015, no
current tax See illustration £1650 - 1850
9 A 2005 Honda CBF250, registration number
GY05 CXX, black. This light weight commuter
motorcycle is described by the vendor to be in
excellent condition, in respect to the engine,
frame, and paint work. He also advises us that it is
a very easy and comfortable ride, and returns
excellent fuel consumption. It further benefits
from having had a recent full service and a long
MOT. V5C, MOT to August 2014, taxed See
illustration £1200 - 1400
12 A Yamaha JPX motocross sidecar combination,
black and red. This sidecar combination has a
water cooled engine, front and rear disc brakes and
Renthal
handlebars.
It
will
require
recommissioning after several years of dry
storage. There is no paperwork accompanying this 19 A cherished registration number, 383 EHT,
competition motorcycle combination.
See with retention certificate £500 - 700
illustration £1000 - 1500
20 A cherished registration number, 578 MYC,
with retention certificate £500 - 700
10 A 2001 Triumph Bonneville, registration
number WU51 UNT, green/silver. This modern
British classic is a real enthusiast's machine. This
particular example is the sought after twin
carburettor model and is described by the vendor
as being in excellent condition, in respect to the
engine and frame, and good in respect to the
paintwork. The vendor also advises us that the
Bonnie has recently had a full service and MOT
and two new tyres and is a joy to ride. V5C, MOT
to January 2015, taxed See illustration £3000 3500
20A A cherished registration number, S3 WLM,
with retention certificate £450 - 550
13 A 1990 Ducati 750 Paso, registration number
G717 OYC, red. This Italian superbike has only
covered a believed 10,000 miles from new. The
vendor advises us that the bike is exceptionally
original and clean, on the button and sounds
awesome. V5C, MOT to January 2015, taxed See
illustration £2250 - 2550
20B A cherished registration number, TAU 232,
with retention certificate £750 - 850
20C A cherished registration number, XJR 87J,
with retention certificate £650 - 750
20D A cherished registration number, XJY 539,
with retention certificate £950 - 1150
20E A cherished registration number, 218 EYA,
with retention certificate £430 - 450
21 A 1977 Triumph Stag, registration number
OOE 928R, damask red. This desirable manual
overdrive example was purchased by the vendor
from a previous Charterhouse classic car auction
(May 2010). Prior to the auction the Stag had been
in the previous ownership for 15 years and had
been barn stored during that time. Since acquiring
14 A cherished registration number, A11 OSD, the Stag the vendor has carried our extensive
with retention certificate £450 - 550
mechanical works including a reconditioned
engine, fitting a new clutch, Kenlowe fan, recored
radiator, petrol pump, windscreen, brake overhaul
and numerous other items which are listed on an
accompanying schedule of works. After all of the
aforementioned work the vendor described the
15 A cherished registration number, C530 JOE, engine as fair, the bodywork, interior and
paintwork as poor. There is an extensive history
with retention certificate £750 - 850
file accompanying the car and a works hard top.
This Stag offers the next owner an opportunity to
acquire an inexpensive seventies open tourer to
use and improve as funds allow. V5C, MOT to
May 2014, taxed See illustration £1500 - 2500
11 A 2005 Suzuki GSF650 Bandit, registration
number WR05 FMO, silver. For 2005 the Bandit's
engine had an increase in capacity from 600 to 650
cc and the frame saw some extra bracing, but the
overall look of the bike was very little changed
from the previous model. This example of Suzuki's
middle weight cruiser is described by the vendor
as an easy and pleasant bike to ride, and he
describes the condition as excellent in respect to
the engine, frame, paint and bodywork. He further
advises us that the motorcycle has recently been
serviced and is running very well. V5C, MOT to
September 2014, no current tax See illustration
16 A cherished registration number, 461 DUO,
£1500 - 1800
with retention certificate £950 - 1150
17 A cherished registration number, 752 YUR,
with retention certificate £500 - 700
18 A cherished registration number, 92 YKP, with 22 A 1966 Land Rover Series IIA SWB,
registration number KRC 659D, green. The Series
retention certificate £1000 - 1200
IIA had a ten year production run from 1961 to
1971, they were available in both SWB and LWB
formats. This SWB Landie had benefited from
recent works, including a new galvanized chassis
and an unleaded cylinder head. The Landie is
further equipped with rear seats which are fitted
with lap seat belts, a heater and air horns. The
hoops for the canvas tilt are present, but
unfortunately the canvas is missing. The vendor
informs us that this has not been a problem for him
as the Landie has only been used on fine days.
This classic Landie has the all important new
galvanized chassis to give peace of mind and
should offer the new owner plenty of off road fun.
V5C, MOT to June 2014, tax exempt See
illustration £2500 - 2800
believes that the recorded mileage of just over
62,000 miles is genuine and the history seems to
substantiate this. V5, V5C, MOT to January 2014,
tax exempt See illustration £2000 - 3000
25 A 1997 Range Rover 4.6 HSE, registration
number P5 PPK, black. This top of the range
Rangie has the full fat 4.6 litre V8 installed,
endowing the car with effortless power. The
coachwork is finished in black and sits on alloy
wheels. The interior is fully trimmed in beige
leather with black piping, and has all the bells and
whistles including electric seats, windows and
mirrors, multi-function steering wheel, and
automatic transmission. V5C, MOT to October
2014, no current tax See illustration £1500 - 1800
Finished in brilliant Mercedes white with a grey
interior, she is fitted with alarm, immobiliser,
tinted glass, air conditioning, electric windows and
mirrors, and switchable automatic gearbox. The
history file accompanying the car contains various
servicing, restoration and maintenance receipts,
photographs and previous MOTs. V5C, MOT to
January 2015, no current tax See illustration
£3000 - 4000
28 A 2000 BMW Z3M, registration number W645
HKL, metallic maroon. This well maintained
modern roadster has covered a believed 56,000
miles from new. The diminutive roadster is
extremely well maintained with a full tan leather
interior having all the usual luxury refinements,
including automatic transmission with sports
mode, electric windows, mirrors, driver and
passenger seats, power assisted steering and CD
radio. The vendor informs us that the Z3 has
recently had new steering and suspension bushes
and a full service at a cost of £1000.
Accompanying the car is a large history file with
extensive maintenance receipts, MOTs and
SORNs. The vendor advises us that the car is
running and driving extremely well and is only for
sale due to the arrival of his new Z4. V5C, MOT
to November 2014, taxed See illustration £3250 3550
23 A 1965 Rover P5, registration number JJY 85,
grey. The large and luxurious P5 was launched in
1958 in both saloon and coupé body styles. They
featured the six cylinder three litre engine and in
time, would find favour with prime ministers and
even The Queen. The car would go through
various cosmetic changes until 1967, when the six
cylinder engine was superseded by the 3.5 litre
Buick V8. The P5 offered for auction, is a three
litre saloon version, finished in grey with a
complementary red leather interior. The vendor
informs us that the Rover has been stored in a
garage for the past twenty years, and the engine
was last started approximately a year ago. The car
is now ripe for sympathetic re-commissioning
after its lengthy lay-up. V5, no current MOT, tax 26 A 1998 Ford Mustang GT, registration number
R45 UER, racing yellow. This automatic Mustang
exempt See illustration £2000 - 2500
is finished in bright racing yellow with black
racing stripes, and has a contrasting full black
leather interior. Since being imported in 2011 the
car has been serviced by reputable specialists
including Namco where the Mustang has recently
been serviced at a cost of £556.78 (receipt on file).
This iconic American muscle car offers the next
owner plenty of inexpensive bang for your buck.
V5C, MOT to May 2014, taxed See illustration
£2000 - 2500
29 A 1989 Austin Rover Mini Thirty limited
edition, registration number G354 PHR,
pearlescent cherry red. The Austin Rover Mini
Thirty limited edition was manufactured to
commemorate thirty years of Mini production. It
was available in two colour options, both with
24 A 1966 Humber Sceptre Series II, registration
pearlescent paint finishes, which was a first for
number MJD 119D, metallic green. This Humber
Austin Rover. There were 2000 examples in
Sceptre has only had three registered keepers from
cherry red and 1000 in black, which rolled off the
new. The second and current owner are father and
Longbridge production line.
They were all
daughter, who have been in possession of the car
lavishly appointed for the time, with red leather
since 1972. The father purchased the Sceptre from
steering wheels, Minilite alloy wheels, half leather
Derek W Waite of Sydenham for £485 (original
seats, chrome grille, bumper and handles, a Philips
receipt on file). Finished in metallic green with a
stereo radio cassette and a rev counter. This
contrasting beige vinyl interior, she is also fitted
example has covered, a believed 77,000 miles
with the desirable manual overdrive gearbox. The
from new, and is accompanied with a service
car has recently been recommissioned and freshly 27 A 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300SE Automatic four history with old MOTs, Rover handbooks and
door
saloon,
registration
number
C277
CCR,
MOT'd after a period of storage. There is an
stamped service book. For the current MOT, the
extensive history file with past MOTs, tax discs, white. The vendor informs us that this Mercedes Mini required re-commissioning and there is a
SORNs, bill of sale, numerous maintenance was first purchased by a Mr Graulick and while in receipt on file for £606.77 for work carried out.
receipts and general correspondence. The vendor his ownership she was mostly chauffeur driven.
V5C, MOT to October 2014, currently on SORN
See illustration £2000 - 2500
30 A 1994 Jaguar Sovereign 4.0 Automatic,
registration number L799 CAD, red. This believed
63,000 miles from new Sovereign is finished in
red with a beige full leather interior with Wilton
carpets. This example features many optional
extras, including air conditioning, cruise control,
electric and memory seats and sits on alloy
wheels. V5C, MOT to May 2014, no current tax
See illustration £1500 - 2000
31 A 1938 Jowett 8 hp open four seat tourer
special, registration number AJY 509, chassis
number 848101, green. The British motoring
scene is renowned for creating specials from
otherwise unwanted chassis' and engines, restyling
them with new bodywork into something a little
more interesting and sporting. This Jowett tourer
special is just such a car. The builder of the
special took the chassis, engine and running gear
from an 8 hp saloon and has created a four seat
tourer in the vintage tradition. The body is
constructed with steel front and rear cycle type
wings, running boards and an ash frame with
marine ply panels. The special is running and
driving but will require further fettling to complete
the project. At present there is not a V5C, but
there is a letter on file from the Jowett Owners
Club confirming the chassis and registration
numbers. This should aid the registering of the car
for the next owner. A worthwhile project which
once completed will offer the next owner a
distinctive open tourer. No V5C, MOT or tax See
illustration £1000 - 1400
low mileage XJ6 has had one family ownership up
until 2003, and has subsequently had two more
keepers. The car is finished in Jaguar light metallic
blue, which the vendor informs us needs
respraying due to poor storage conditions. The
interior is trimmed in black leather with grey
carpets. Accompanying the car is a service history,
including 25 previous MOTs to verify the mileage.
V5C, MOT to February 2015, no current tax See
illustration £2300 - 2600
32 A 1980 Austin Allegro S3 1.3, registration
number PYA 455V, beige. The final series of
Austin's Allegro was available in three body styles
and had a range of engine options from 998 cc to
1748 cc. This four door example has recently
been recommissioned and MOT'd after a period of
dry storage. The vendor informs us that the engine
has had new piston rings and has had a thorough
service to obtain a new MOT. The body is
finished in a very period beige with a contrasting
brown cloth interior with matching carpets. After
having had its recommissioning and a fresh MOT
this Allegro would make a great starter classic or
first car. V5C, MOT to January 2015, taxed See
illustration £700 - 900
36 A 2000 Fiat Barchetta 1.8 16V, registration
number W364 TYD, silver.
This particular
example of Fiat's modern roadster is finished in
silver with a black cloth interior and has a blue
mohair hood, which was replaced within the last
year. The lady owner informs us that during her
ownership the Fiat has been driven only
approximately 3,500 miles and over £2,000 has
been spent on maintenance, including a cambelt
change, the new mohair hood, two new front tyres,
replacement alloy wheels and general servicing.
This car is offered for sale with sundry
maintenance receipts, original owner's handbook
and wallet and past MOTs. A well maintained
example of a practical, modern roadster which is
ready to be used by the next owner. V5C, MOT to
July 2014, currently on SORN See illustration
£2800 - 3200
33 EXTRA LOT: A 1971 Rover P6 2000 SC,
registration number CAA 297K, white. This
manual Rover P6 is finished in white with a black
leather interior. Owned by a Rover enthusiast, the
car has seen recent maintenance, including a new
stainless steel exhaust fitted in July 2013, and a
brake overhaul. The Rover is offered for auction
with past MOTs, maintenance receipts, SORNs, an
original owner's manual and two workshop
manuals. V5C, MOT to July 2014, taxed See
illustration £1000 - 1500
37 A 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190E sports saloon,
registration number G396 BEL, silver bronze.
Finished in silver bronze with a beige cloth
interior this automatic version is fitted with a
factory steel sunroof, electric windows, stereo
radio, power assisted steering and an immobiliser.
The vendor informs us that the car has been well
maintained during his and the previous
ownerships, but unfortunately due to a recent lack
of use, a starting problem has developed. He
believes this is a fuel pump relay not working due
to a loose connection in the fuse box. The
Mercedes-Benz is offered for sale with a large
34
history file containing numerous maintenance
receipts, owner's handbooks and service book,
specialist Mercedes-Benz magazines and previous
35 EXTRA LOT: A 1981 Jaguar XJ6 Series III
MOTs and SORNs. V5C, MOT to February 2014,
4.2, registration number NNT 293W, Jaguar light
currently on SORN See illustration £650 - 750
metallic blue, 21,000 miles from new. This very
driven through a four speed gearbox and was in
long term ownership for approximately 25 years
until 2011. A body off rebuild was undertaken 22
years ago and the car has been maintained as
necessary since. PV 2677 has completed several
tours and rallies since the restoration and has taken
many a bride to her wedding, and has formed part
of a West Country museum collection for the past
two years. The history file contains numerous old
MOTs, receipts and restoration history. This
Wolseley Wasp now offers the next owner a rare
alternative to the contemporary Austin Seven or
Morris Eight. V5C, MOT and tax exempt See
illustrations £3500 - 3800
38 A 1972 Range Rover, registration number JRR
387K, black. This early tax exempt A-Series
classic two door Range Rover restoration project
has recently emerged from long term storage and
is now ripe for restoration. It is noted that at
present the car is fitted with a Ford six cylinder
diesel engine. The vendor informs us that the
chassis looks sound and both driver and passenger
side sills seem to have been replaced at some point
in the past. This Range Rover now offers a great
opportunity to restore an ever increasingly popular
classic to your specification. V5C, no MOT or tax
See illustration £3000 - 3500
39 A 1995 Nissan Mitsuoka Viewt L four door
saloon, registration number N201 WVC, silver
blue. The vendor informs us that this Mitsuoka has
been family owned for the last eight years.
Finished in silver blue with a cream leather
interior, this automatic Viewt is equipped with air
conditioning, immobiliser and alarm and sits on
Wolfrace alloy wheels. The vendor also informs us
that this eye catching vehicle is accompanied with
a full service history. V5C, MOT to September
2014, taxed See illustration £2400 - 2800
40 A 1935 Wolseley Wasp, registration number
PV 2677, green over black. The very rare
Wolseley Warp had a very short production run of
just two years between 1934 and 1935 and it is
believed that only twelve remain in running order.
This Wasp which is attractively finished in green
over black bodywork with a green leather interior,
is powered by the 1069 cc four cylinder engine
43 A 1955 Morris Minor four door saloon,
registration number 279 UXD, black. This 948 cc
engined saloon is finished in black with a red
interior. She has undergone a recent brake
overhaul and will now make a lovely starter
classic. V5C, MOT and tax exempt
See
illustration £1200 - 1400
41 A 1964 MG B roadster, registration number
AGO 492B, tartan red. The ever popular MG B, a
firm favourite with the classic car scene, was
launched in 1962 in roadster form, with a GT
version arriving in 1965. This 1964 manual
overdrive example is finished in tartan red with a
black piped red interior, has a black vinyl roof and
sits on sparkling chrome wire wheels. The vendor
informs us that the original bumpers, overriders
and front grill have been rechromed, the chassis
has been Waxoyled, the engine has been
reconditioned and the twin SU carburettors have
been rebuilt. Further works include recent
replacement of the oil cooler, radiator, electronic
ignition, batteries, door glass, windscreen and
seatbelts. We are advised by the vendor that the
condition of the engine, body, interior and
paintwork as fair and the chassis as good. In the
present ownership since 2005, this desirable MG
roadster is only for sale due to a recent lack of use.
V5C, MOT to February 2015, tax exempt See
illustrations £6000 - 8000
42 A 1999 Vauxhall Omega 2.5 CDX automatic
saloon, registration number V135 FJU, oyster
gold. This top of the range Omega offers every
creature comfort and driving aid. This low
ownership example has covered a believed 65,000
miles from new, which is documented with service
history. Recent works include a replacement
cambelt, brakes and tyres, and the car is
accompanied with original handbooks and service
books. V5C, MOT to August 2014, no current tax
See illustration £1800 - 2200
44 A 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230TE estate,
registration number E415 EMO, metallic blue.
This modern classic Mercedes-Benz load lugger is
finished in metallic blue with a blue cloth interior
and is fitted with the more economical five speed
manual gearbox. There is a large history file
accompanying the car with numerous service
receipts and past MOTs. V5C, MOT to November
2014, currently on SORN See illustration £400 600
45 An Iveco-Ford 7.5 tonne car transporter,
registration number R222 PET, silver/blue. This
7.5 tonne car transporter is fitted with a remote
control hydraulic winch and has a full aluminium
chequer plate beaver tail flatbed. The vendor
informs us that the lorry has recently had £1,000
of maintenance to obtain its last MOT and the
transporter is ready to work. V5C, MOT to
December 2014, taxed See illustration £3000 3500
is ready for hire. V5C, MOT to July 2014, taxed
See illustration Note: This vehicle is subject to
VAT on the hammer price. £2000 - 4000
46 A 1974 BMW E3 2500 sport saloon,
registration number UJB 444N, fjord blue. This
rare BMW sport saloon has covered a believed
genuine 62,000 miles from new. It has recently
emerged from storage after being stored for
approximately 12 years and has been
recommissioned. The recommissioning included
new headlights, chrome trim, tyres, badges, and
overhauling the braking system with new calipers
etc. Accompanying the car is a full BMW service
history. The vendor describes the BMW as a
flying machine which sounds wonderful and goes
like a rocket. V5C, MOT to September 2014,
taxed See illustration £5500 - 6000
47 A 1995 Mercedes-Benz E320 Sportline
cabriolet, registration number TBA, tourmaline
green. The E320 cabriolet is quite a rare Mercedes
model as originally only 557 examples were
imported into the UK, and not all of those were to
the top of the range Sportline specification. They
offer stylish full four seat convertible motoring
and were manufactured at a time in Mercedes
history when quality and engineering were at their
highest. This three owner example is presented in
tourmaline green with a full tan leather interior
and has a black mohair hood. The vendor informs
us that there is a full service history accompanying
the car which confirms the recorded mileage of
118,000 miles. He further advises us that he has
only driven the car approximately 2,000 miles in
the last year and new tyres have recently been
fitted. As Sportline cabriolets are hard to find now,
take this opportunity to grasp a 90s Mercedes top
of the range model whilst you still can. V5C,
MOT to June 2014, taxed
See illustration
AUCTIONEER'S NOTE: PLESAE BE ADVISED
THAT THE REGISTRATION NUMBER
CURRENTLY ON THE VEHICLE IS TO BE
RETAINED BY THE VENDOR AND IT IS
HOPED THAT AN AGE RELATED NUMBER
PLATE WILL BE ISSUED BY THE TIME OF
THE AUCTION £6000 - 7000
48 A 1984 Ford Sierra XR4i, registration number
B22 MLW, silver. A rare sight on British roads the
XRi was only built for two years and are gaining
popularity all of the time. This particular example
has a stamped Ford service history up to 90,000
miles and has recently had a full service by a Ford
specialist. The vendor informs us that the car has
had four owners and is an original accident free
car which requires only a slight repair to the
driver's seat bolster. He also advises us that it is
great fun and drives superbly. V5C, MOT to
November 2014, taxed See illustration £3800 4200
49 A 1980 Porsche 928S, registration number UHJ
804V, bronze. This four owner 928 (three were
from the same family) has been maintained to a
high standard. The coachwork has recently been
repainted due to the lacquer losing its lustre. The
vendor describes the Porsche as being very
straight with original trim and is running
beautifully having recently been fully serviced.
The vendor also informs us that this 89,000 mile
928S is complete with all four original Porsche
keys, a Porsche tyre compressor & inflator, a
space saver wheel and MOTs dating back to 1990.
V5C, MOT to January 2015, taxed See library
illustration £5500 - 6000
50 A 1983 Leyland Titan double decker bus,
registration number, A910 SYE, red. This bus has
formed part of a Bristol promotional vehicle hire
firm fleet and is only for sale due to the owner
retiring. Prior to the vendor purchasing the bus in
2010, it had been an exhibit in a museum in
Preston, Lancashire. The bus has been maintained
to PSV standard and has a current MOT to 21st
July 2014. We are advised by the vendor that the
bus is in very straight condition in all respects and
51 A 1992 Mazda MX-5 1600 Turbo Special
convertible, registration number J192 NRU,
British racing green. The vendor informs us that
this no expense spared unique MX-5 has covered a
believed 26,000 miles from new and only just over
1,100 miles since the ground up restoration and
race spec modifications. These included fitting
chrome anti-roll bars hoops, four point safety
harnesses, chrome switches and indicator stalks,
white dials, vented headlight cover for the
induction system, stainless steel grille, twin sports
exhausts, 15 inch alloy wheels, racing tyres,
vented and grooved brake discs, chrome server lid
and much more. All the work was carried out by
AFR Tuning in Guildford by Johnny Morgan. The
engine specification was modified and uprated
with a Cosworth Turbo with custom fabricated
induction kit, fully ported and balanced engine,
uprated oil pump, uprated water pump and
housing, uprated bottom end bearing to crankshaft,
skimmed head and uprated gaskets, uprated
cambelt and tensioners, hand fabricated innercooler and stainless steel pipes, uprated HT leads,
hand fabricated induction kit, light and flywheel,
uprated clutch, two into four manifold, fully
programmed ECU, uprated fuel pump, and rolling
gear. Finished in British racing green with tan
leather interior, this tuned MX-5 is currently
running a very modest 200 bhp but 230 bhp could
be tolerated with further tweaking. V5C, MOT to
January 2015, no current tax See illustration
£6000 - 7000
52 A 1989 Volkswagen Golf Mk 2 8V GTI,
registration number G421 PCD, Tornado red.
This iconic 1980s hot hatch has had a full re-spray,
in Tornado red, and has a grey cloth interior.
Accompanying the car is a history file containing
previous MOTs and receipts, including a recent
bill for just under £900. V5C, MOT to October
2014, taxed See illustration £3800 - 4200
53 A 2004 MG ZT-T Sport 180 auto estate,
registration number BK54 MLV, violet blue. This
top of the range MG estate has all the creature
comforts one could ask for, including sports
automatic transmission, half leather sports seats,
fitted satellite navigation and DVD player, electric
windows and mirrors, CD player, dog guard and
alloy wheels. V5C, MOT to September 2014,
currently on SORN See illustration £650 - 850
54 A 1974 Hillman Avenger DL automatic saloon,
registration number SPW 816N, orange blossom,
one recorded keeper and only 2,500 miles from
new. This time warp condition Hillman Avenger
was supplied by Thompson's of Dereman to the
only registered keeper a Mr EJ Richardson of
Swaffham, Norfolk on 26th July 1974. The car is
badged as a DL model, but is in fact a limited
edition Sunseeker version, finished in a most
distinctive '70s colour of orange blossom, which
complements the excellent black ambla interior.
Accompanying the car is the original supplying
dealer's wallet, containing the service record book
with a single stamp for the 1000 mile service,
original owner's handbook, an Endrust auto-truck
rustproofing guarantee, past MOTs and the RF60.
Cars like this are now becoming harder and harder
to find in unmolested original condition and this
Avenger would certainly be a great addition to any
Chrysler/Rootes group collection. RF60, MOT to
January 2015, no current tax See illustrations
£3000 - 4000
55 A 1960 Austin Seven Mini saloon, registration
number 868 FOD, grey. One of motoring's icons,
the Sir Alec Issigonis designed Mini, debuted at
the 1959 Motor Show to universal acclaim. This
early Mini has been in the current ownership since
1982. It has been the subject of a sympathetic
restoration which was completed by the vendor in
2009. We are informed that the body received two
new front wings and a driver's door skin and the
Mini was fully resprayed in grey with a white roof.
The interior is original apart from new carpets, and
the engine and running gear are original to the car,
with the latter only needing servicing and
detailing. The vendor believes that the recorded
mileage of just under 44,000 miles could be
correct, due to the lengthy period of inactivity
(1982 - 2009) but unfortunately there is
insufficient history to substantiate this. Offered
for auction with past MOTs and sundry
paperwork, this delightful Mini now restored to its
former glory awaits an appreciative new owner.
V5C, MOT to June 2014, tax exempt See
illustrations £6500 - 7500
57 A 2004 Ford Australia Falcon ute, registration
number GX54 LTF, metallic maroon. This huge
utility vehicle is powered by a straight six four
litre engine which is run on LPG only. With its
massive load carrying capability the vendor
informs us that it has been a most useful vehicle.
V5C, MOT to September 2014, taxed See
illustration £3000 - 3500
58 A 1984 Volkswagen Beetle Special Edition,
registration number A97 HPL, yellow. Finished in
brilliant VW yellow with a yellow and black
special trim interior, this Beetle is fitted with lots
of extras, including chrome kit, tinted glass,
original radio and modern stereo system with extra
speakers. The vendor informs us that the history
file contains previous MOTs, various invoices and
correspondence. This limited edition Volkswagen
has covered a believed 50,000 miles from new and
will certainly stand out in any crowd. V5C, MOT
to January 2015, no current tax See illustration
£4500 - 5500
56 A 1962 Morris Mini-Minor 850 Deluxe,
registration number 7727 MU, cherry red, one
lady owner and only 40,000 miles from new.
7727 MU was purchased new by the one and only
registered keeper, Mrs Marie Josephine Morris
(very apt) in 1962. As a young, newly qualified
teacher Mrs Morris would walk past the garage on
her way to work and admire 7727 MU where she
was displayed. On receiving her first pay packet
Mrs Morris made a down payment and became the
new proud owner. Mrs Morris would use the Mini
until 1976 (last tax disc displayed) whereupon the
car would remain in garage storage. Presented in
wonderful original and unmolested condition with
matching numbers, the interior still retains the
dealer supplied clear plastic protective seat covers.
7727 MU is offered for auction with MOTs from
1967 to 1976, period insurance documents, a tax
disc from 1965 and the original RF60 log book.
This time warp example of Sir Alec Issigonis'
iconic Mini is now ripe for sympathetic restoration
and would form part of any important collection.
RF60, no current MOT or tax See illustrations
£5000 - 7000
59 A 1982 Range Rover Classic two door,
registration number A173 GSS, white. The classic
two door Range Rover is just as happy cutting a
dash on the chic Kings Road as it crossing a
muddy field. This particular five speed manual
example would benefit from some restoration and
recommissioning to bring it back to its former
glory. V5C, no MOT or tax See illustration £2000
- 2500
60 A 1978 Rolls Royce Silver Shadow II,
registration number VMM 859S, metallic gold.
The all new Rolls Royce Silver Shadow was
introduced in 1965 and was powered by the V8
engine of 6,750 cc, driving through a GM three
speed gearbox. In 1977 the Silver Shadow II
arrived with rack and pinion steering and a
modified front suspension which further improved
the handling of the large luxurious car and the
federal style rubber bumpers were incorporated
into the design. This Silver Shadow II is finished
in the attractive colour combination of metallic
gold with a cream leather interior. The vendor
informs us that it has recently had the all important
brakes overhauled and is running and driving well.
V5C, MOT to June 2014, no current tax See
illustration £4000 - 5000
61 EXTRA LOT: A 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe TD,
registration number WK51 HXX. The vendor
informs us that this small 4x4 is in superb
condition and is fitted with a very economical 2
litre turbo diesel engine and five speed manual
transmission. Only having had two private owners
from new, the second having owned the car since
2002, the vehicle only having been used as a
private car spending the majority of its time in
Spain. A well equipped vehicle fitted with air
conditioning, running boards, alloy wheels and
electric windows, mirrors and sun roof. The car is
offered for sale with some service history and all
original handbooks. V5C, MOT to January 2015,
no current tax £2250 - 2550
62
63
64 A 1980 Mini Clubman estate, registration
number GAM 938W, black. From the last year of
production this Clubman estate was in storage
from 1990 until a comprehensive rebuild was
carried out by the vendor during 2013. We are
advised by the vendor that during the restoration
the body required new floors, sills, a new fuel
tank, exhaust, rear subframe, wheel cylinders and
brake shoes, tyres and a full respray. The vendor
believes that the recorded mileage of 26,000 miles
could be correct due to the length of time the Mini
was in storage, but unfortunately there is not
sufficient paperwork to substantiate this. A rare
classic estate, fresh from a thorough restoration
now awaits a new enthusiastic owner. V5C, MOT
to October 2014, taxed See illustrations £4000 5000
65 A 1995 BMW 840ci coupé, registration number
N721 KKH, ocean blue metallic. This BMW
flagship 1990s super coupé has only had three
registered keepers from new. Finished in a most
attractive colour combination of ocean blue
metallic with a full grey leather interior, it has the
usual luxury refinements, including electric
windows,
seats
and
mirrors,
automatic
transmission with economy and sports mode, air
conditioning, CD with multi changer and power
assisted steering. There is an extensive service
history with past MOTs and receipts to confirm
the low recorded mileage of just over 73,000
miles. This up and coming classic coupé has
formed part of a small car collection in recent
times and is now only for sale to make way for the
vendor's new toy. V5C, MOT to October 2014,
taxed See illustrations £3500 - 4500
67 A 1998 Peugeot 106 1.4 XL Zest 3, registration
number S296 LJT, red. This Peugeot was supplied
by Brian Whiteside Peugeot in Poole to the one
and only registered lady owner. The vendor
informs us that the odometer currently reads
approximately 6,600 miles and is supported by its
service book. Finished in red with a grey interior,
this automatic 106 has power assisted steering and
electric windows. V5C, MOT to November 2014,
no current tax See illustration £1850 - 1950
68 A 1994 Ford Scorpio, registration number A16
BOM, black. This particular car has the two litre
double overhead cam engine and automatic
gearbox. It is currently running and driving and
would make a great donor card for someone
building a Lotus 7 style kit car. V5C, no current
MOT or tax See illustration £350 - 450
66 A 1991 Rover Mini Neon, registration number
H580 XYA, metallic grey, three owners and
35,000 miles from new. This low mileage classic
Mini has had three registered keepers from new.
The first only kept the car for one year before the
second lady owner took over the running of the
vehicle. She would cherish the Mini for the next
21 years before the current vendor acquired the
car. In the current ownership the Mini has been
thoroughly serviced and new Minilite style alloy
wheels and new tyres have been fitted. The Mini
is offered for sale with an extensive history file
containing numerous maintenance receipts and
past MOTs from 1994 when the recorded mileage
was 9,183 miles. V5, MOT to December 2014, 69 A 1998 Mercedes-Benz 300E Elegance turbo
diesel saloon, registration number R601 XRV,
taxed See illustration £4500 - 5000
silver. The vendor informs us that this E Class has
only one lady registered keeper and has covered
approximately 117,000 miles from new, which is
supported with service history. Finished in silver
with a black leather interior with Elegance
features, including air conditioning and climate
control. V5C, MOT to January 2015, taxed See
illustration £1850 - 1950
72 A 1961 Morris Minor replica convertible, to February 2015, tax exempt
registration number 907 YUW, smoke grey. This £4000 - 4500
well presented replica has recently been
refurbished with the hood frame and wheel rims
powder coated in old English white, new carpets
have been fitted, most of the brightwork has been
renewed and the front brakes have been uprated to
larger 8 inch drums. Finished in smoke grey with
original pale blue leather interior and a new blue
Everflex hood and hood bag, this Morris is now
ready to be enjoyed. V5C, MOT to July 2014, tax
exempt See illustration £8500 - 9500
70 A 1967 Bentley T1 saloon, registration number
PWP 121E, Tudor grey. This luxurious motor car
was first sold by H A Fox of London to Colonel R
Myddleton on 29th March 1967. Shortly after this
she was exported to the USA and returned to the
UK shores in 1991. This rare internal pull door
handle model is fitted with a beautiful bespoke
walnut dashboard and offers other luxury
refinements you would expect from a car of this
distinction. Finished in metallic Tudor grey with
dark tan hide interior, biscuit carpets and luxury
cream lambs wool overmats, this Bentley is
accompanied for sale with its history file,
containing Bentley T Series handbook, factory
release documents, previous MOTs, invoices and
other correspondence. V5C, MOT to February
2015, tax exempt See illustration £9500 - 10500
71 A 1958 MG Magnette ZB sports saloon,
registration number WRU 103, maroon and cream,
one family owned and 50,000 miles from new.
This restoration project ZB has been with the same
family from new, purchased by the vendor's
mother from Knotts Brothers of Charminster,
Dorset in 1958. The MG would remain in use until
it was put into storage approximately 20 years ago.
We are informed that the last time the MG was
started was approximately eight years ago. The
MG appears sound but very dirty with numerous
surface rust marks and flat paint. The brown
leather interior appears intact and should respond
well to a thorough clean and feed. A worthwhile
restoration project which should appeal to the MG
enthusiast looking for an original low mileage
example of an increasingly popular model to
restore to its former glory. V5 x 2, MOT and tax
exempt See illustration £900 - 1100
73 A 1968 left hand drive Ford Cortina Mk II
1600E Series 1 four door saloon, registration
number HBL 922G, saluki bronze. This left hand
drive Ford Cortina Mk II 1600E Series 1 was
originally brought into the UK from Spain in the
1980s when it was registered to a Mr Jesus
Manuel Gonzales. It was subsequently sold to a
Mr Rich Coles who set about a complete nut and
bolt restoration which took twelve months. During
the restoration some panels were replaces,
including both front wings, both rear arches, the
bonnet, front balance and one headlamp panel.
The car was then repainted in its original colour of
saluki bronze and the light tan interior was cleaned
and refitted, apart from the carpets and headlining
which were replaced with new items. The chrome
work was replaced with new old stock parts, the
original engine was replaced with a fully rebuilt
engine, the gearbox and rear axle were stripped
down and fully restored. The vendor feels that this
car is a beautifully presented example of a highly
desirable Cortina. V5C, MOT August 2014, tax
exempt See illustration £7500 - 8500
74 EXTRA LOT: A 1972 BMW 1602 coupé,
registration number BEL 128K, orange. This
desirable 1602 coupé has recently been
recommissioned after being dry stored for twelve
years (last tax disc displayed 2001). The vendor
informs us that during the recommissioning a new
alternator has been fitted, and a full service was
carried out with new ignition parts to obtain its
new MOT. There is a good history file
accompanying the car with the original dealers
wallet (supplied by Keystone Garage Ltd,
Bournemouth), with the original service book with
nine stamps, the original owners manual, previous
MOTs and some service receipts. RF60, V5, MOT
See illustration
75 EXTRA LOT: A 1924 Riley 11/40 12hp
Sports-4 Seater Tourer, registration number DS
9184, blue over black. The vendor informs us that
some 40 years ago this vehicle was discovered by
Mr Bernie Jacobson, (a well known and avid
vintage car collector) in the rear of a rural garage apparently the car had been taken there for some
mechanical repair. Bluebelle, as she had become
known, was then sent to Coachcraft, a renowned
vintage car restorer. A new body was hand crafted
in aluminium to match the original. The original
engine, gearbox, chassis, back axle and running
gear were all restored at the same time along with
a full re-trim in leather and a new soft top. The
estimated cost of the restoration was between
£80,000-100,000. This outstanding Riley with
great providence is finished in dark blue with
black wings and soft top, complemented by a
powder blue leather trim, four speed manual
gearbox and wire wheels (both optional when
new), nickel plated headlights and radiator shell,
side lights and windscreen. A spare wheel is fitted
to the rear and the rear window in the hood is a
lovely diamond shape design. This vehicle is
reminiscent of a Bentley Le-Mans Blower Tourer.
The history folder contains, handbook, original
drawings and pictures, previous invoices, various
show awards, photos of the car with the owner, tax
discs, restoration images and some write-ups.
V5C, MOT and tax exempt See illustration
£26000 - 30000
76 A 1970 Mini 1000 Mk III, registration number
MIW 7967, antelope/champagne, restored to road
rally specification. The vendor informs us that
this Mk III Mini has been fully rebuilt for classic
road rallying. During the restoration the shell was
rebuilt with new floor panels, sills, front wings,
window channels and seals, and a Safety Devices
rear roll cage and a new laminated front
windscreen were fitted. The shell was then fully
resprayed in antelope/champagne with a white
roof. The running gear was restored with a new
rear subframe, rebuilt rear suspension with Cooper
S drums, uprated shock absorbers, Aeroquip brake
lines, the front subframe was overhauled with
genuine Cooper S uprights, reconditioned drive
shafts and new bearings, new Cooper S type brake
callipers and Aeroquip brake lines and adjustable
front suspension. Further modifications include a
Cooper S type remote gearbox, lightweight fly
wheel, fast road clutch, a later type large fuel tank,
a rebuilt 1275 cc engine rebored to 1310 cc, with
Cooper S type camshaft, Duplex gears and
Damper type pulley, a 12G940 cylinder head, a
1¾ inch HIF carburettor with K&N air filter,
Maniflow LCB extractor manifold and matching
exhaust system, rebuilt radiator and cooling
system, Cobra bucket seats with full harness
seatbelts, rev counter and 10 inch Minilite style
alloy wheels, with works type narrow wheel
arches. This great little pocket rocket offers
excellent value for money and would cost the next
owner considerably more to achieve a rebuilt car
to a similar specification for the guide price. V5C,
MOT to September 2014, tax exempt
See
illustrations £4250 - 4750
examples of the SLC coupé are increasingly hard
to find and this example should appeal to any
Mercedes enthusiast. V5C, MOT to September
2014, taxed See illustrations £5750 - 6250
78 A 1971 left hand drive Jaguar E-Type Series III
2+2 coupé, unregistered, opalescent silver grey,
believed 68,000 miles from new. In 1966 Jaguar
added a new member to the iconic E-Type range
of roadsters and coupés, in the form of the 2+2
coupé, intended to extend the E-Type's appeal
beyond the sports car market. The nine inch
longer wheelbase coupé with its higher roofline,
increased glass area (giving better visibility),
added luggage space and occasional rear seats,
was aimed firmly at the sporting gentleman with a
young family to transport. From 1968 all three
versions of the E-Type underwent major
modification to comply with US safety legislation.
From 1970 the Series III Jaguar was introduced in
2+2 coupé form and roadster configurations,
incorporating the mighty V12 5.2 litre engine.
These would continue in production until the final
100 models rolled off the production line in
distinctive black coachwork in 1975.
This
California black plate automatic coupé had two
previous owners in the sunshine state residing in
Palm Springs and Beverly Hills. The vendor
purchased the Jaguar from the second owner and
imported the car in 2012 and all import duties
have been paid. Since the E-Type returned to
these shores, the car has undergone a programme
of recommissioning, this has included rechroming
the brightwork at a cost of approximately £1,500,
thoroughly cleaning and feeding the black leather
interior and servicing the engine and running gear.
The vendor describes the car as very original and
extremely rust free. Handsomely finished in a
fetching shade of metallic grey, this left hand drive
E-Type would be a great European mile eater once
it has been registered by the new lucky owner.
Not currently registered, no MOT, tax exempt See
back cover and other illustrations £25000 - 28000
77 A 1969 Mercedes-Benz 220/8 saloon,
registration number NFX 689H, beige. This two
owner Mercedes was purchased from the original
owner, who was the general manager of Barclay's
Bank Bulawayo, by the current and second owner
in 1976 from the deceased's estate. The car was
registered on 4th August 1969 in Rhodesia with
the registration number RBD 5644, later changed
to 258266 when the records were computerised
(original logbook on file). The car remained in
Zimbabwe (as Rhodesia became known) with the
current owner until December 1984 when the
Mercedes was exported to the UK. It was then
registered with the current registration number and
has remained in the vendor's possession ever since.
Over the years works have been carried out as
necessary to maintain the Mercedes in a good
roadworthy condition. These have included a
major engine overhaul in March 1995 (recorded
mileage 150,770) when the engine was rebored,
new valves and pistons were fitted, and the air
conditioning compressor, radiator and sump guard
were removed to save weight (but are available if
the next owner wishes to reinstate them). In 1999 a
body renovation and respray were carried out and
the underbody was cleaned and resealed (recorded
mileage 167,250), the current recorded mileage
now being 179,724 miles. There is a vast history
file accompanying the car with original service
booklet and handbook, Mercedes Gazette
magazines, a Haynes manual, numerous
maintenance receipts, original chassis and body,
spares manual, the original Rhodesia logbook and
previous MOTs. V5C, MOT to December 2014, 79 A 1979 Mercedes-Benz 450 SLC, registration
number CND 512T, thistle green metallic,
tax exempt See illustrations £2500 - 3000
believed 46,000 miles from new. This low mileage
SLC has spent time on Jersey and has been
recently recommissioned and MOT'd. The car is
presented in thistle green with a green cloth
interior and has a walnut centre console. She has
the usual creature comforts of climate control,
electric windows and mirrors. Low mileage
80 A 1986 Austin Mini Chelsea track day car,
registration number D99 LYD, white and black.
This little Mini is something rather special, and
out of the ordinary, as it has been built as a road
legal track day car, with numerous goodies fitted.
Curtesy of Mini Magazine, February 2008, Issue
142, the specification for the car are listed as thus;
Body: 1986 Mini Chelsea shell, removable steel
front end, inner wings cut and braced, rear seat
base trimmed, companion bits removed, alloy
doorskins, fibreglass bonnet with Cooper S vent,
carbon bootlid, Curley carbon arches, black
painted brightwork, clear rear jewel lenses, Angel
Eye headlamps, Ducati motorbike mirrors, black
and silver numberplates (show use only),
polycarbon rear windows, two tone Nissan Kuros
black and Honda Frosty white paint with Migliastyle graphics. Engine: 20SEH litre eight valve
engine from Astra GTE, Mini subframe adapted to
suit, Astra engine loom and ECU, modified Corsa
GSi radiator, Jaguar XK8 fan, custom manifold
with Vauxhall flanges, K-Series bends and
stainless pipes, two inch stainless steel centre pipe,
Maniflow 17/8 exhaust with carbon bike-style
back box, silicone hoses, green air filter,
adjustable fuel pressure regulator set to three bar,
Mini van fuel tank (approximate power output 135
bhp, 132 ft lb torque). Transmission: Vauxhall F16
five speed gearbox, bespoke sleeved and welded
driveshafts with Vauxhall inners and Mini outers,
bulkhead modified to clear gear linkage.
Suspension: Gaz coilover conversion, Mini Spares
adjustable bottom arms, adjustable tie-bars, rear
camber brackets, polybushed all round. Brakes:
Metro four-pot callipers with vented discs and
EBC Green Stuff pads (front), Minifin spacer
drums (rear). Wheels and Tyres: black-painted 7 x
13 Minilite-style wheels with 175/50R13 tyres.
Interior: six-point TT Lyle rollcage with door bars
and dash brace, Cobra Monaco bucket seats,
Sparco harnesses, Momo Lancia Delta steering
wheel, custom alloy dash panel, Corsa
instruments, no carpets, fire extinguisher, Tango
bottle washer reservoir. All of the above work
cost approximately £8000 to achieve, and the
vendor describes the Mini as a proper pocket
rocket. V5C, MOT to January 2015, no current
tax See illustrations £3500 - 4500
from November 1967, a 1937 Owner's Instruction
Manual and the RF60. This wonderful original
Hillman is now awaiting a new sympathetic owner
to preserve her and she would make a superb
exhibit at the Dad's Army camp at the Goodwood
Revival. RF60, V5C, MOT and tax exempt See
illustrations £2500 - 2800
81 A 1951 Riley RMB, registration number LXH
289, green over cream. The Riley RMB came to
the market in 1946, a year after the launch of the
RMA and featured the 2.5 litre Big Four engine
with twin SU carburettors, this endowed the
elegant sport saloon with an acclaimed top speed
of 95 mph when new. This particular RMB has
been maintained to a high standard and comes
from a deceased estate. The body is finished in a
most attractive colour combination of British
racing green with old English white flanks and a
black vinyl roof. The interior has nicely preserved
green leather seats and door cards, recently
replaced green carpets, and a wonderful Art Deco
dashboard. The history file contains receipts for
general maintenance and upkeep, including a bill
from Auto-Interiors for interior repair for £3100, a
run of old MOTs, a Riley RM Club dating
certificate, RM Centre Ltd spares lists, RM
Owner's Club magazines and an owner's
instruction book. This well presented and capable
sport saloon now awaits a new caring owner. V5C,
MOT and tax exempt See illustrations £5000 7000
82 A 1937 Hillman Minx Magnificent De Luxe,
registration number COY 958, sea green. The
Hillman Minx acquired the name Magnificent in
1936 when the body had a restyle with a more
rounded body shape. The chassis was stiffened and
the engine moved forward to allow more
passenger room. There were two saloon models
offered in the range, the basic safety model with
Rexine trim, non-opening quarter lights and less
luxurious trim, or the De Luxe version with leather
trim, opening quarter lights and more luxurious
fittings. This De Luxe version was first registered
in London on 11th May 1937. She is presented in
wonderful oily rag condition with weathered sea
green coachwork and a marvellously original
green leather interior. Having formed part of a
private collection in recent times, prior to that the
Minx was in a long term ownership from
approximately 1974. The vendor informs us that
the little Minx is running and driving very well
and indeed the car started very readily on our
inspection. Accompanying the Hillman are two
MOTs from 1962 and 1963, an expired tax disc
83 A 1975 pre-production Rover SD1 structural
integrity test bed car, registration number JYF
227N, chassis number 5, engine number 9,
believed to be the oldest known SD1, richelieu
red. JYF 227N is a rather special car, as it is the
oldest known Special Division (SD1) Rover to
have survived. During 1974 the car was used as a
structural integrity test vehicle. This involved
testing the structure and interior fittings for any
weaknesses prior to signing off the design for
production. The car remained in the Rover fleet
until 1977 when it was destined to be written off,
but fortunately it was purchased by a Rover
employee who saved it from the crusher. Little is
known of its history from 1977 until 1990 when it
was discovered by Mark Dixon, a motoring
journalist, who persuaded Practical Classics to
purchase it as a project car and offer it as a
competition prize. Unfortunately the prize winner
didn't wish to take on the project and received an
equivalent cash prize. Mark subsequently
purchased the car from Practical Classics and kept
the Rover until 1997 when SD1 club chairman Bill
Draper became the owner and took up the massive
challenge of restoring the car to its former glory.
The restoration was completed by June 1999 and a
small celebration took place where Jeoff Purkis,
David Bache's number two attached the final nut
(securing the steering wheel), and photographs
were taken which appeared on the front cover of
the
SD1
Club's
magazine
issue
51
November/December 1999 (copy on file). The
next custodian, another SD1 club member, Steve
Williams, acquired the Rover in 2007. Steve was
of the opinion that the Rover would benefit from a
freshening up, so the second restoration took
place. During the restoration the car was fully
resprayed, new old stock Series I passenger and
driver's doors were fitted, new seats, alloy wheels
and power assisted steering rack, were fitted, the
electrical system was overhauled with new starter
motor, alternator, distributor and HT leads. The
front suspension was rebuilt, the brakes were
overhauled with new calipers and rear drum shoes
and other numerous items were replaced to create
a show standard car. The Rover has formed part of
a small West Country car collection in recent
times and has had very sparing use, only attending
local classic car shows. Accompanying the car is a
history file containing a photograph album of the
restoration completed by Bill Draper, a copy of
CAR November 1975, where it is featured on the
front cover, a copy of SD1 owner's club magazine
Rover where it features in an article and on the
front cover, maintenance receipts and old MOTs.
Still presented in show condition, this piece of
British automotive history offers an excellent
opportunity for the next owner to obtain a unique
car which would be a fantastic addition to any
museum or private collection. V5C, MOT to April
2014, taxed See illustrations £7000 - 9000
84 A 1959 AEC Routemaster RM180 double
decker bus, registration number XVS 830, red.
The iconic London red bus is synonymous with
London's mean streets and is instantly
recognisable anywhere in the world. RM180 was
built in 1959 and was registered and went into
service at the Loughton depot in February 1960. It
would remain in service until October 2005 seeing
its final journeys in Reading and Edgware. Since
2006 RM180 has been the jewel in the crown of a
Bristol promotional vehicle hire firm. She has
been very popular with stag, hen and prom nights
and has been a star of film and TV, appearing in
the opening credits of the Antiques Roadshow
(2010), and a Cliff Richards/Blakey comedy. The
bus is maintained to PSV standards on a twelve
week inspection (as agreed by VOSA due to low
annual mileage), and RM180 will remain in
operation until 1st February 2014. The bus was
fitted with an uprated Marshall 7.5 litre engine in
2001, together with an Allison gearbox. Further
improvements include an infrared beam which
informs the driver of anyone standing on the stairs
when the bus is in motion, a 14 kW diesel heater
on the lower deck which was installed at a cost of
£4000. Recent maintenance over and above the
usual maintenance schedule has included renewing
the prop shaft bearings, the differential has had
new planet gears and bearings and the rear hubs
have been stripped with new seals fitted, at a cost
of £5500. RM180 now offers an excellent business
opportunity to the next owner. MOT and tax
exempt See illustration Note: This vehicle is
subject to VAT on the hammer price. £25000 28000
85 WITHDRAWN: A 1933 Alvis Firefly Twelve
SA 11.9 Cross & Ellis drop head coupé,
registration number VJ 4913, black and maroon.
86 A 1923 Maxwell 25 five seat open tourer,
registration number SV 8015, blue over black.
This charming right hand drive American vintage
tourer has been in the current ownership since
1995. During this time it would appear that the car
saw a limited use. The Maxwell has obviously
been well cared for and would appear to have been
restored to a good standard at some point. The car
is finished in light blue with black wings and
radiator surround. The interior is finished in black
leather with a black mohair hood and hood cover,
but unfortunately there are not any side screens.
The Maxwell will require recommissioning after a
period of approximately ten years of inactivity
(last tax disc displayed April 2003), but when the
car was moved for the auction, none of the brakes
were binding, she moved freely and the engine
turned over on the starting handle. This large and
imposing vintage tourer offers the next owner a
straightforward project, and once recommissioned
would be a great alternative to a far more
expensive British marque. V5C, MOT and tax
exempt See front cover and other illustrations
£8000 - 10000