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Pavilion Gardens, Buxton - Auction Highlights - April 2024

H&H Classics - Classic Car & Motorbike Auctions 2024-04-25 | Pavilion Gardens | Buxton, Derbyshire
Classic Motorcars
Date: 24th Apr, 2024 13:00
Location: St John's Rd, Buxton SK17 6BE
An auction of classic, collector and performance motorcars to be held in the beautiful surrounds of the Pavilion Gardens, Buxton, Derbyshire.

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Specialists Walkthrough | Pavilion Gardens | 24th April 2024

H&H Classics - Classic Car & Motorbike Auctions 2024-04-23 | Pavilion Gardens | Buxton, Derbyshire

Classic Motorcars
Date: 24th Apr, 2024 13:00
Location: St John's Rd, Buxton SK17 6BE
An auction of classic, collector and performance motorcars to be held in the beautiful surrounds of the Pavilion Gardens, Buxton, Derbyshire.

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H&H Classics at Salon Privé London Concours 2024 at Royal Hospital Chelsea

H&H Classics - Classic Car & Motorbike Auctions 2024-04-22 | H&H visits the prestigious Salon Privé London Concours 2024 at Royal Hospital Chelsea to showcase a very special vehicle that we have in our private sales.

1967 Lamborghini 400GT 2+2
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Pavilion Gardens - Auction Preview - April 2024

H&H Classics - Classic Car & Motorbike Auctions 2024-04-17 | Pavilion Gardens | Buxton, Derbyshire

Classic Motorcars
Date: 24th Apr, 2024 13:00
Location: St John's Rd, Buxton SK17 6BE
An auction of classic, collector and performance motorcars to be held in the beautiful surrounds of the Pavilion Gardens, Buxton, Derbyshire.

To enquire about entering your classic or performance car into the auction please call our sales office on 01925 210035, email sales@HandH.co.uk or click here:

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1964 Jaguar E Type 3 8 Litre Convertible

H&H Classics - Classic Car & Motorbike Auctions 2024-04-16 | 24th Apr, 2024 13:00
Pavilion Gardens | Buxton, Derbyshire

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Originally built as a right-hand drive Fixed Head Coupé but was re-shelled as a Roadster during an extensive overhaul in the 1990s
Supplied with a history file dating back to 1973 including Green continuation logbook
A home market car that has been improved with features such as a full synchromesh 4.2 E-Type gearbox
Owned by the vendor since 2018 and maintained regardless of cost
Famously launched at the 1961 Geneva Salon, the Jaguar E-Type created a furore on its debut and has become one of the most iconic designs in automotive history. With its stunning looks, outrageous performance and accessible price tag, the newcomer left rivals reeling and customers clamouring. While early competition success in the hands of Graham Hill and Roy Salvadori among others helped cement its reputation on the racetrack, the list of celebrity owners ensured its cult status on the roads. Built as a monocoque with an engine cradling front sub-frame a la D-Type, the model's combination of all-round independent suspension, rack-and-pinion steering and four-wheel disc brakes gave excellent road-holding and handling capabilities. Fed by triple SU HD8 carburettors and topped with a 'straight port' DOHC cylinder head, its 3781cc straight-six engine was quoted as developing some 265bhp and 260lbft. Allied to a four-speed Moss gearbox, the free-revving unit reputedly enabled the E-Type to sprint from 0-60mph in 6.9 seconds and onto 150mph – figures the press cars certainly managed even if the standard ones couldn’t quite! Seemingly borrowed from a light aircraft, the wonderful turned aluminium centre console that adorned its cockpit was complemented by scalloped 'Dunlopillo' seats and a wood-rim steering wheel. Achingly beautiful yet viciously quick, the sublime E-Type remains for many the ultimate production Jaguar.

Understood to have been manufactured in 1962, chassis 860554 was purportedly first registered in July 1964. Built as a UK Market, right-hand drive Fixed Head Coupé in Blue. Little is known of the early history of the E-Type until 1973, when it was under the custodianship of Hardings Motors Ltd of London Road, Leigh-on-Sea. The car was purpotedly sold to a local gentleman by Hardings - a Mr. J.I. Gilmore of Church Road, Shoeburyness and then through the hands of a number of owners (one as far away as Plymouth) before it was apparently laid up until the 1980s. By this point, it is understood that '549 GYP' was bought by a Gentleman who was ex-Jaguar who deemed it necessary to overhaul it. For whatever reason (either increasing values of Roadsters particularly or a very rotten FHC shell) the car was re-shelled as a Roadster during this extensive overhaul which included painting the new bodywork in Sherwood Green and trimming the interior in tan leather to full 1964 3.8 Litre E-Type specification including the vinyl covered centre console. The 3.8 Litre engine unit was also overhauled around this time and it is believed that the fully synchromesh gearbox from a 4.2 Litre car was fitted to improve the driving experience in place of the original Moss gearbox. Having been in the ownership of two other enthusiasts since this period, the owner (who owns a number of fine Jaguars) bought '549 GYP' in 2018 to 'cover for' his other E-Type whilst it was away being restored and has enjoyed a number of long trips and rallies with the car. The car has been maintained exceptionally within the vendor's ownership, who describes it as being 'ready to go anywhere' as it is in 'very good' order mechanically. The history file backs up these claims and includes a number of service receipts and invoices for shotblasting and repainting the inside of the bonnet and headlamp bowls and the fitment of a Lucas 123 distributor. Now, with a driveway and garage filling up with a number of 'Big Cats', including his original E-Type that is back home from restoration, it is time for this iconic vehicle to find a new, loving home.

Presenting the perfect opportunity to own a 3.8 Litre Series 1 E-Type Roadster at a much lower premium than a more original car might, this Jaguar would make a fantastic drivers' car for anybody who can overlook a six-digit number stamped on a chassis plate - after all, just look at it!

For more information, please contact:
Lucas Gomersall
lucas.gomersall@handh.co.uk
07484 082430

1985 Ford Capri Laser 2 0 Litre

H&H Classics - Classic Car & Motorbike Auctions 2024-04-16 | 24th Apr, 2024 13:00
Pavilion Gardens | Buxton, Derbyshire

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Highly original example with just three former keepers
Notably sound underneath and treated to a top-end engine overhaul
Supplied new by Jessups Ltd of Stamford, Lincs
Desirable Mineral Blue over Strato Silver colour scheme plus 'Laser' (LSR) number plate
Introduced in November 1984, the special edition Capri Laser featured a six-gauge dashboard, tinted glass, tailgate-mounted spoiler, leather-trimmed gear lever / steering wheel, body coloured grille / door mirrors, RS alloys, unique graphics, Black-painted bumpers and Truro cloth upholstery. Available with a choice of 1.6-litre or 2-litre SOHC four-cylinder engines allied to either five-speed manual or automatic transmission, the larger capacity variant was reputedly capable of 0-60mph in 9.6 seconds and 113mph. The very last Capri Laser rolled off the production line at Ford's Cologne, West Germany plant during November 1986.

Supplied new via Jessups (Stamford) Ltd to H.R. Wright, chassis GAECET88523 belonged to David Johnson for two months before being bought by Leslie Cornick on 12th June 2001. Treasured by Mr Cornick, a handwritten note on file details his request for the Capri’s inner wings to be sprayed with old engine oil as a preservative, while he was also responsible for sourcing the appropriate number plate ‘B20 LSR’ (2.0 litre Laser) for it. Entrusted to Misterton Garage (Ford) for a new camshaft and cylinder head overhaul in 2006, the four-seater was subsequently rolling road tuned by Sigma Engineering (2007) and treated to a new radiator (2015). Purchased by the current registered keeper from the late Mr Cornick’s estate during 2021, he had the Capri recommissioned for road use and re-sprayed in its factory colour scheme of Mineral Blue over Strato Silver. The original Truro II Grey cloth upholstery remains in situ but is protected by seat covers (the stitching on the driver’s pew having come apart). Warranted to have covered a mere 55,300 miles at the hands of its four registered keepers, this appealing Laser is offered for sale with V5C Registration Document, original book pack and MOT valid until February 2025.

2001 Mercedes Benz SLK 320

H&H Classics - Classic Car & Motorbike Auctions 2024-04-09 | 24th Apr, 2024 13:00
Pavilion Gardens | Buxton, Derbyshire

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Only 75,600 miles from new with just three former keepers
Largest engine variant SLK with the 3.2-litre V6 engine
Rare and desirable six-speed manual transmission
Striking colour combination of Lazulithe Blue metallic with a two-tone Blue interior
At the start of the 1990s, after the introduction of their two-seat grand-tourer, the R129 SL, the launch of the Mazda MX-5 encouraged Mercedes-Benz set out to create a new compact roadster, slotted below the SL. By late 1991, under Bruno Sacco, the first design sketches were drawn, with scale models being built in the first half of 1992. Massively successful in its first year, worldwide sales hit 55,000, over double the entire nine-year production of 190 SLs and between 1996 and 2004, over 311,000 SLKs were sold. The roof design consists of a folding steel hardtop with both halves linked by a mechanism that is locked securely when the roof is closed. At the touch of a button on the centre console, a hydraulic system controls the fully automatic folding process in which the boot lid is also integrated.

Manufactured new in 2001 and supplied new to the United Kingdom, ‘MM51 ZBD’ was first registered on the 17th of October that year. Finished from the factory in Lazulithe Blue metallic paintwork with complementary two-tone Galaxy Blue and Merlin Blue leather interior upholstery with Eucalyptus wood dashboard, steering wheel grips and interior finishes. An example of the largest engine variant SLK (bar the AMG) with the 3.2-litre V6 engine, it is allied to the rare and desirable six-speed manual transmission, the SLK was provided with the options of an electric adjustable driver's seat, Mercedes-Benz radio with CD, interior protection package, and heated screenwash system.

Offered now having covered just 74,600 miles from new and has only three former keepers. Accompanied to sale by the original book pack including the owner’s manual and the stamped service book presented in the Mercedes-Benz wallet, the service book has six stamps with further invoices in the history file for additional servicing. Also present are additional invoices and a collection of previous MOT certificates, as well as a current V5C document. Presented in a rare and striking colour scheme and with the scarce combination of the 3.2-litre V6 engine and manual transmission, this is a very appealing SLK and temptingly offered without reserve.

For more information, please contact:
Paul Cheetham
paul.cheetham@handh.co.uk
07538 667452

1989 Lotus Esprit Turbo

H&H Classics - Classic Car & Motorbike Auctions 2024-04-09 | 24th Apr, 2024 13:00
Pavilion Gardens | Buxton, Derbyshire

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Just 37,000 recorded miles
1 of just 1,562 Lotus Esprit Turbo (X180) cars understood to have been made from 1987-1991
Benefitting from some £11,000 worth of improvements since 2021
In current ownership since 2017
Desirable and collectible modern Lotus
The Esprit metamorphosed through several series over the next two decades before the model's ultimate expression - the V8 - arrived in 1996. Lotus had first employed turbocharged induction in 1980 on the Essex Turbo Esprit, a limited edition model featuring the Blue/Red/Chrome livery of the Essex Overseas Petroleum Corporation, sponsor of Team Lotus from 1979 to 1981. The Essex paved the way for the series production Turbo Esprit, the arrival of which in April 1981 coincided with that of the S3 models. Despite having a wet sump, the Turbo's 2.2-litre Garrett-blown engine produced the same power (210bhp) as the Essex's dry-sump unit. The Turbo Esprit retained the aerodynamic body kit of the Essex cars and featured prominent 'Turbo Esprit' decals on the nose and sides. The Turbo's top speed was 148mph, with 60mph attainable in 6.1 seconds. In 1987, the Esprit was comprehensively restyled by Peter Stevens, who produced a less angular, more rounded and much more modern look. The turbocharged car's name was changed to 'Esprit Turbo', while the major mechanical updates were a Renault GTA gearbox and outboard rear brakes.

Manufactured new in 1989, chassis number 65159 is one of just 1,562 Lotus Esprit Turbo (X180) supplied and was sold new to the home market, being first registered as ‘F640 DNG’ on the 25th of May that year. Finished in Calypso Red with Cream leather interior upholstery, the Lotus is understood to have only resided in the United Kingdom for around 12 months, the Esprit Turbo was exported to the car-friendly climate of Japan thereafter. Residing in Japan for the subsequent twenty-seven years, the Esprit was acquired by the vendor in 2017 and was subsequently repatriated. Retained by the vendor ever since, the Lotus has been substantially improved during this period, receiving over £11,000 worth of enhancement, which included bodywork repairs and repainting, servicing with new spark plugs, new emissions and turbocharger control pipes, retrimmed boot compartment, a brake refresh, and alloy wheel refurbishment. Offered with just 37,000 miles on the odometer, this is a low mileage desirable and collectible Lotus modern classic!

For more information, please contact:
Paul Cheetham
paul.cheetham@handh.co.uk
07538 667452

2000 SAAB 9 3 SE Turbo Convertible

H&H Classics - Classic Car & Motorbike Auctions 2024-04-09 | 24th Apr, 2024 13:00
Pavilion Gardens | Buxton, Derbyshire

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One lady owner from new
Very low mileage having covered a warranted 24,500 miles
Desirable Turbo SE example with the rare manual gearbox
Offered with the original stamped service book showing excellent service history
Surely one of, if not the best example extant?
When it came to replacing the classic 900, SAAB’s paymasters General Motors were looking for a lightly restyled Vectra. Typically, they didn’t get it. The NG900, later renamed 9-3, so comprehensively departed from its GM underpinnings that little was left. That was good news for buyers, who got a typically innovative and well-engineered car with an ultra-reliable 2-litre turbocharged SAAB engine. Enthusiasts are now returning to these 9-3s for precisely these qualities, with the convertible particularly appealing for its four-seater versatility, with three or five-door hatchbacks or a two-door Convertible having been available. The SE boasts a sportier look with a front chin spoiler, flared rocker panels, a new rear valence, body-coloured mirrors and a sports steering wheel, and with 250bhp, offering 0-60mph in 7.3 seconds and 143mph.

Chassis number ‘617000288’ was supplied new by Saab main agents Ian Allan Motors of Virginia Water, Surrey to its first lady owner, who has retained the Saab for its whole life. Finished in Silver paintwork with Grey leather interior upholstery, wooden dash veneers, and a Black electric hood, the Saab also features electric windows, heated seats, a CD radio player, and alloy wheels. A Turbo example in SE specification, ‘W61 RPB’ pleasingly retains its original front and rear dealer number plates, SAAB floor mats, spare wheel, and original jack and warning triangle, and is offered for sale now having covered just c.24,500 warranted miles from new.

The Saab is accompanied to sale by the original book pack containing the owner’s manual, dealer map, SAAB security guide, in-car safety leaflet, SAAB assistance, quick reference guide, and the stamped service book, all presented in the SAAB wallet. The stamped service book illustrates an excellent service history with fifteen services plus the PDI, with the majority of those completed by the supplying dealership or SAAB specialists, the most recent of which being completed in January this year (by a well-respected specialist) at 24,501 miles. Also offered with a current V5C document showing zero former keepers, very good MOT history, and a ‘no advisory’ MOT certificate until March 2025.

A notably nice example and driving very well for the photography session, this is a rare opportunity to acquire a one-owner and low mileage 9-3 SE Turbo Convertible and is therefore ideal for preservation or as an addition to a private collection. Surely one of, if not the best example extant?

For more information, please contact:
Paul Cheetham
paul.cheetham@handh.co.uk
07538 667452

1975 MG B Roadster

H&H Classics - Classic Car & Motorbike Auctions 2024-04-09 | 24th Apr, 2024 13:00
Pavilion Gardens | Buxton, Derbyshire

handh.co.uk/auction/lot/lot-1975-mg-b-roadster/?lot=59393&so=0&st=MG&sto=0&au=&ef=&et=&ic=False&sd=0&pp=48&pn=1&g=1

Desirable overdrive example
Accompanied by full weather equipment including rare hard-top!
Minilite style alloy wheels
Offered with a history file
Introduced in 1962, the MGB Roadster enjoyed an eighteen-year production run. With nicely balanced handling and a good turn of speed, it merited the old MG marketing slogan 'Safety Fast'. Based around a monocoque chassis featuring independent coil-sprung front suspension and a leaf-sprung 'live' rear axle, its 1798cc 'B' series four-cylinder engine was allied to a four-speed manual transmission. Capable of over 100mph, the provision of front disc brakes and rack-and-pinion steering greatly aided control.

Manufactured new in 1975, this MG B was supplied new to the United Kingdom being first registered on the 1st of August that year. Finished in Blue paintwork with Black cloth interior upholstery and is accompanied by full weather equipment comprising full tonneau, hood tonneau cover, and hood, all trimmed in Black, as well as a body colour hard-top, albeit needs repainting. A desirable overdrive example that has been subject to a self-evident previous restoration, the MGB now presents with Minilite style alloy wheels painted in Dark Grey and shod with Pirelli P3000 tyres all round, and also features a chrome luggage rack and K&N air filters.

Converted from rubber bumpers to chrome bumper specification in 2011, the parts included uprated and lower front springs and rear lowering kit, as well as the chrome bumpers, with the parts and fitment cost totalling some £1,700. Offered with a history file that includes a collection of invoices dating back to the 1980s, a large selection of MOT tests back to the early 1990s, a Haynes manual and spare parts catalogue, and current V5C document, as well as two sets of keys. Benefitting from a new battery in August last year, the Roadster started readily and both ran and drove well during our recent photography session, and is due to be driven some 40 miles to the sale.

For more information, please contact:
Paul Cheetham
paul.cheetham@handh.co.uk
07538 667452

1974 Jaguar E Type Series III V12 Roadster

H&H Classics - Classic Car & Motorbike Auctions 2024-04-09 | 24th Apr, 2024 13:00
Pavilion Gardens | Buxton, Derbyshire

handh.co.uk/auction/lot/lot-1974-jaguar-e-type-series-iii-v12-roadster/?lot=59411&so=0&st=jaguar&sto=0&au=&ef=&et=&ic=False&sd=0&pp=48&pn=1&g=1

Owned by the vendor's father from new
54,412 miles from new
Offered with a large history file displaying much recent expenditure
Fitted with the desirable manual gearbox
By 1971, Jaguar's jaw-dropping E-Type had been in production for a decade. Despite continual improvements, new emissions legislation in the all-important American market threatened to strangle the big cat's performance. Jaguar responded by giving its revered sportscar fresh claws in the shape of a 5343cc V12 developed from the stillborn XJ13 Le Mans project car. The new engine was both effortlessly powerful and eerily refined. "The turbine-like smoothness with which the engine provides a sustained shove in the back is almost uncanny, the more so when one accelerates hard in top gear." (Autocar 5th July 1973). With some 272bhp and 304lbft of torque on tap, the Series III E-Type once again had 150mph in its sights. A revised wheelbase yielded better cabin space, and in conjunction with wider front/rear tracks, new anti-dive front suspension geometry and fatter tyres gave improved road holding. Imbued with a more muscular stance thanks to its flared wheel arches, re-profiled wings and larger grille, the model also boasted vented disc brakes and a restyled interior.

According to its accompanying Jaguar Heritage Certificate, chassis 1S2317 was completed on August 22nd 1973. Finished in Silver with Russet leather upholstery and a Black soft-top, the E-Type was despatched to distributor P.J. Evans of Birmingham some three weeks later and thence to the marque’s Castle St, Worcester franchisee. Purchased new by the vendor’s father and first road registered as ‘SFK 600M’ on 18th January 1974, the two-seater is warranted to have covered a mere 54,412 miles. Accumulating the majority of those during the 1970s (including several, memorable school runs), the Roadster was primarily restricted to holiday usage thereafter with trips to France and Cornwall. Driven less and less over the past thirty years, the Jaguar has nonetheless been treated to a fair amount of remedial work and minor restoration. Entrusted to leading marque specialist CMC of Bridgnorth in 2008, the E-type received attention to its power steering, brakes (new discs / pads), suspension bushes, rear subframe / differential, carburettors, fuel lines and cooling system etc plus the fitment of a stainless steel exhaust and five fresh tyres at a cost of £12,425.58. Benefiting from a new clutch slave cylinder and brake servo during 2009 and 2016 respectively, the Roadster was repainted by Worcester Classic Cars Ltd in 2017. The same company installed a new brake master cylinder and ignition pack during 2022. Awesome Auto Trimming of Cambridgeshire deep cleaned the upholstery / carpets as well as renewing the soft-top / boot mat and detailing the engine bay last year (associated £2,369 invoice on file). Passing from father to son in 2015, the latter comments: ‘a reluctant sale given the family history but I no longer have the time or budget to keep ‘SFK 600M’ in the condition it deserves’. A wonderful opportunity to acquire a low mileage, low owner, ‘matching numbers’, manual V12 Roadster at a tempting guide price.

For more information, please contact:
Lucas Gomersall
lucas.gomersall@handh.co.uk
07484 082430

1956 Vauxhall Velox E

H&H Classics - Classic Car & Motorbike Auctions 2024-04-09 | 24th Apr, 2024 13:00
Pavilion Gardens | Buxton, Derbyshire

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Subject to a comprehensive restoration which was completed last month
Previous long-term ownership for some forty years
Fully repainted in the original Silver Shaw paintwork with a Garnet Red roof
Pleasingly boasting most of its original interior
In 1951 a longer, wider Vauxhall Velox was launched, designated as the EIP series, and featuring a modern 'three box' shape and integral construction. The body was again shared with the four-cylinder-engined Vauxhall Wyvern. The car was launched with the previous model's engine but with power output increased to 58bhp. A car with the original 2275cc engine tested by The Motor magazine in 1951 had a top speed of 77.4 mph and could accelerate from 0-60 mph in 23.7 seconds. In April 1952 the Velox was re-designated as the EIPV series and received a new 2262cc engine which had been in development for several years. This provided either 64bhp or, with a compression ratio improved to 7.6:1, 68bhp of power. A further test in 1952 by The Motor magazine of the EIPV with the short stroke 2262cc engine, found the top speed had increased to 80.4 mph and acceleration from 0-60 mph to 21.4 seconds. The coupé utility continued on until officially withdrawn at the end of the 1957 model year. 1955 saw a significant facelift. Most obvious of the many cosmetic changes was a new front grille. More importantly was the introduction at this time of a sister model, branded as the Vauxhall Cresta.

Manufactured new in 1956, this home-market Velox was registered new on the 15th of May that year. The early history of ‘SWK 292’ is unknown until the Velox was acquired by the previous owner some forty years ago. Used as a daily driver for a couple of decades, the Velox was then taken off the road and stood from 1999, until being acquired by the vendor last year as a restoration project. ‘SWK 292’ was thereafter stripped down, and the bodywork was found to be notably solid, only requiring some small areas of welding to the chassis rails and A-pillars. The engine was removed and the engine bay was stripped and painted, with bodywork receiving a full respray in the original factory hue of Silver Strain paint, allied with an attractive and complementary Garnet Red roof addition.

The engine was overhauled, as well as the fitment of a renewed clutch, with the braking provided new brake shoes and bushes, as well as the suspension bushes being replaced. The fuel system was refreshed with the fuel tank removed and cleaned, and a new battery fitted. Cosmetically, the Velox then received some £1,500 worth of re-chroming, with the wheels sandblasted and powder coated, and shod with fresh whitewall tyres. Pleasingly retaining the majority of the original interior, the carpets have been refreshed. The restoration was completed last month, with the Velox featured at the NEC Practical Classics Restoration Show last month too. Offered with a current V5C document showing four former keepers. A rare sight and extremely stylish, ‘SWK 292’ is a scarce opportunity to acquire a freshly restored example of a 1950s Americana-inspired British classic.

For more information, please contact:
Paul Cheetham
paul.cheetham@handh.co.uk
07538 667452

1954 Bentley R Type Park Ward Drophead Coupe

H&H Classics - Classic Car & Motorbike Auctions 2024-04-09 | 24th Apr, 2024 13:00
Pavilion Gardens | Buxton, Derbyshire

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Supplied new to Winston F. Martin Esq. of Healthguard Knitwear and reputedly later owned by the business tycoon Peter de Savary
Part of a private collection in recent years and employed for the occasional film and TV role including the Four Seasons mini-series (2008)
Running and driving but in need of further mechanical recommissioning and a repaint
Worthy of a return to its former glory
An obvious evolution of its MKVI predecessor, the Bentley R-Type was introduced at the 1952 Earls Court Motor Show. Switching from riveted to welded frame construction at chassis B349TO, the newcomer featured independent coil-and-wishbone front suspension, a leaf-sprung 'live' rear axle and servo-assisted four-wheel drum brakes (hydraulic front / rod rear). Powered by a 'big bore' 4566cc straight-six inlet-over-exhaust engine allied to either four-speed manual or automatic transmission, the R-type was a surprisingly strong performer, able to reach more than 100mph. Praised by the contemporary motoring press for its high-speed handling and well-appointed interior, the model remained in production until 1955 by which time some 2,320 are thought to have been made (though, only 303 of those bore coachbuilt bodies).

A decidedly rare motorcar, ‘FCH 880’ is understood to be one of just nine Bentley R-Type chassis to be clothed by Park Ward to its Design Number 552. A handsome four-seater Drophead Coupe with a power roof, well-resolved bustle boot and flowing wings, it was singularly expensive (especially when compared to a contemporary Aston Martin or Jaguar). Supplied new to Winston F. Martin Esq of the Healthguard Knitwear Company, the Bentley is thought to have spent time overseas before being re-registered with the DVLA during 1991. Further believed to have belonged to the noted collector and business tycoon Peter de Savary Esq, the R-Type entered the current family ownership some twenty-four years ago. Self-evidently the subject of much past restoration work, the Drophead Coupe helped earn its keep by appearing in the 2005 film ‘The Wedding Date’ and the 2008 TV mini-series ‘Four Seasons’. Showing just under 71,000 unwarranted miles to its odometer, ‘FCH 880’ appears to have covered less than 200 of those since last passing a MOT test. Laid-up in recent years, the Bentley has recently been recommissioned via the installation of a replacement starter motor. Although running and driving, it will doubtless require further mechanical work and servicing etc. Cosmetically, the Grey leather upholstery, wood veneers and soft-top are all in good order (albeit the power mechanism for the latter is not currently functioning). However, the plating has worn thin to the top of the radiator grille and the paintwork is heavily microblistered. A wonderful opportunity to acquire a scarce and very elegant coachbuilt R-Type for less than the price of a Special!

1915 Ford Model T Landaulette

H&H Classics - Classic Car & Motorbike Auctions 2024-04-09 | 24th Apr, 2024 13:00
Pavilion Gardens | Buxton, Derbyshire

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An original Trafford Park-built, right-hand drive Model T
Bodied as a Landaulette and understood to have served as a taxi for many years
Featured on screen in 'Peaky Blinders', 'Downton Abbey' and 'Mr Selfridge' etc
Entered from a private collection
Launched in 1908, the T's chassis and mechanical components were made from exceptionally durable, high-grade vanadium steel. The Ford also featured a compact 2890cc, side-valve, four-cylinder engine that pioneered the use of a detachable cylinder head. Mounted in unit with the clutch and two-speed epicyclic gearbox assembly, it developed some 23hp at a leisurely 1,600rpm and 80lbft of torque. Top speed was limited to around 45mph depending upon bodywork, whilst brakes operated on both the transmission and rear wheels. With the introduction of a moving assembly line in 1913, Henry Ford famously turned his Model T into the world's first mass-made car. A year later, Model Ts represented 56% of all automobiles manufactured in the USA. However, it was not just the sheer volume of Model Ts rolling off the production line that motorised America, it was the inherent quality of the design.

A real rarity, this right-hand drive Model T is understood to have been built at Ford’s Trafford Park factory complete with the Landaulette body it retains to this day. The registration number ‘DN 933’ was issued in York during January 1921 and the Ford is believed to have seen service there for many years as a Hackney Carriage. The engine currently installed (number 942464) dates from October 1915 and is assumed to be original to the chassis. The leather upholstery (including the fold down occasional rear seats) has a great deal of age to it but remains usable. Proudly sporting a supplier’s plaque from the renowned Model T specialist Tuckett Bros., ‘DN 933’ entered the current family ownership in February 2008. Part of a large private collection that was hired out for film and television work from time to time, the Landaulette has reputedly starred in ‘Peaky Blinders’, ‘Downton Abbey’, ‘War Horse’ and ‘Mr Selfridge’ being repainted different colours depending upon the production crew’s wishes. Starting readily upon inspection, ‘DN 933’ exhibits a pleasing patina and benefits from coil ignition, electric start and a two-speed rear axle. Surely, a ‘must have’ acquisition for a UK Model T collector? Offered for sale with V5C Registration Document, period Halda taxi meter and sundry paperwork.

For more information, please contact:
Damian Jones
damian.jones@handh.co.uk
07855 493737

1929 Rolls Royce Phantom II Limousine

H&H Classics - Classic Car & Motorbike Auctions 2024-04-08 | 24th Apr, 2024 13:00
Pavilion Gardens | Buxton, Derbyshire

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1 of just 1,402 Phantom IIs understood to have been produced
Current ownership for some twenty-two years
Invoices on file relating to c.£55,000 worth of expenditure while in the vendor’s ownership
Major engine overhaul in 2003 by Hofmann’s of Henley
Boasting its original Park Ward enclosed limousine coachwork
Introduced at the October 1929 Olympia Motor Show, the Phantom II was the last of the truly grand six-cylinder Rolls-Royces and the final one to be overseen throughout by F. Henry Royce himself. The chassis was completely new and, rather than the cantilever rear springs of its predecessors, it employed underslung semi-elliptic ones which, along with improvements to the drivetrain, allowed the frame to ride closer to the ground, improving handling. The power came from an updated version of the Phantom I engine, topped by a new aluminium alloy crossflow cylinder head, it was matched to a four-speed manual gearbox, bolted directly to the chassis rails. The four-wheel servo-assisted brake system of the Phantom I was continued, and all Phantom II chassis received lubrication set-up. The radiator was positioned aft of a reworked beam front axle, further adding to the model's fresh, low-slung appearance. The resulting elongated bonnet line together with short overhangs created an enticing platform for the coachbuilder's art, and proved conducive to elegant designs courtesy of the major carrozzerias of the day - e.g. James Young, Park Ward, Mulliner, Thrupp & Maberly etc. Capable of over 90mph, the Phantom II remained in production for six years, during which time some 1,402 are understood to have been made, plus 278 with yet sportier Continental specification. All but 125 of the total were equipped with right-hand drive.

Chassis ‘41-XJ’ was supplied as a long-wheelbase to coachbuilders Park Ward & Co. for clothing with Limousine coachwork in late 1929, before the Phantom was supplied new to the first owner, E. Marshall Esq. of 74 Herne Hill, London, SE24 on the 27th of January 1930. Finished from the factory in Broken White paintwork with Black wings and chassis, the upholstery was trimmed in Brown striped cloth with Black leather front seats and walnut veneer. Further specified with monogram, sheepskin rug, rope pulls, inspection lamp, Burovox intercom, small interior clock, lamp bumpers to the rear, Lucas wiper, Black Ace wheel discs, Lucas lamps and stop lamp. Sold to Walters Brothers Ltd. of Forest Gate, London, E7 in 1944, ‘41-XJ’ was retained by them for the following twenty years. Passing into the third ownership in the 1960s and fourth during the 1970s, the vendor purchased the Phantom in 2002.

Benefitting from a comprehensive engine overhaul by well-respected marque specialists Hofmann’s of Henley upon purchase by the vendor, the engine expenditure reached some £30,000. Looked after across the last eleven years by RR & B Garages, the work completed has included an overhauled Autovac; fuel system flush and new lines as required; carburettor refresh; a new clutch; starter motor and control box overhauls; and servicing, as well as retrimming of the interior in Black leather throughout. Invoices on file relating to improvement to ‘UW 7776’ total c.£55,000 worth of expenditure while in the vendor’s ownership. Starting readily and both running and driving well during our recent photography session, the Phantom is a well-sorted example with invoices on file illustrating significant expenditure back to 1976 with lots of it with known specialists.

Supplied with a comprehensive history file, it includes the aforementioned invoices, RREC chassis records, an original handbook 40/50hp, a large selection of MOT certificates back to the mid-1970s, sundry paperwork and a current V5C document. Epitomising the very best of 1930s style, and with excellent provenance and history, ‘41-XJ’ is ready for rallies and extended use!

For more information, please contact:
Paul Cheetham
paul.cheetham@handh.co.uk
07538 667452

1932 MG J2 Midget

H&H Classics - Classic Car & Motorbike Auctions 2024-04-08 | 24th Apr, 2024 13:00
Pavilion Gardens | Buxton, Derbyshire

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Supplied new to Scottish Motor Traction Company and successfully competed from new by employee Miss Marjorie Dickson
Reputedly the first J2 registered in Scotland
In current ownership since 1986 when purchased as a full restoration project
Notably nice example which has been fully restored over approximately 20 years by the vendor
Offered with an excellent and interesting history file
1 of just 2,083 J2s manufactured
Derived from the M-Type, the J-Type was produced from 1932 to 1934 with the majority being to J2 two-seater specification of which just 2,083 examples were built. Representing outstanding value at under £200, the Midget's 847cc, overhead-camshaft, Wolseley-derived engine was coupled to a four-speed gearbox and housed in a simple D-Type chassis frame with half-elliptic springing all round and solid front and rear axles and braking by cable-operated 8-inch drums. Its race-bred pedigree and classic sporting appearance made the J2 extremely popular in period, before the J-Type model range was superseded by the PA, and they remain highly sought after by collectors today.

Chassis J2048 was delivered new to the Scottish Motor Traction Company on the 12th of September 1932 and is understood to have been one of the earliest, if not first J2 registered in Scotland, being registered ‘FS 5757’. Used as a demonstrator by SMT and rallied as part of a marketing exercise by employee Miss Marjorie Dickson, the J2 was successful in its competition, with several podiums and first places achieved in the hands of Miss Dickson (a full rally history records are at the base of the description). In private ownership for a few years of Miss Dickson’s competing, latterly rediscovered by MG historian Iain Wright of Glasgow in 1983 as a rolling chassis and coachwork, the vendor acquired the MG in 1986 and embarked on a full restoration over the ensuing twenty years.

The original chassis (correctly stamped) was restored; the OHC MM engine sourced was overhauled and the cylinder head was given new valves, camshaft, and guides; new carburettors fitted; the dynamo was renewed; springs renovated; steering was restored by Sports and Vintage Motors; a new ash frame supplied; a full flow oil system fitted; wheels powder coated; the interior fully retrimmed; headlamps restored by Vintage Headlight Restoration; and full repainting. Invoices on file total some £16,500 worth of expenditure, with the J2 used occasionally for local runs and is now displaying in excellent condition and in as close as possible to its original colour combination of Red paintwork with Red interior trim.

Starting readily and running well during our recent photography session, the J2 is supplied with an excellent history file across multiple folders including the aforementioned invoice file, with additional documentation including copies of the original record card, correspondence with the factory, letters from the Dalrymple family, and other sundry paperwork. Featuring in both ‘How They Ran – J1s and J2s in Competition’ and ‘75 Years of the J2 MG’ by Mike Hawke, arguably the most interesting items in the history file are a selection of period photographs of the MG in active competition under Miss Dickson. Also accompanying is the hood trimmed in Tan, jack, and sidescreens (not trimmed).

Now offered for sale due to the vendor’s advancing years and an MG TA project ongoing, this is an opportunity to purchase a notably nice J2 with very interesting provenance.

April 1933 – MGCC Half Day Trial; 1st
May 1933 – E & DMC Scottish Six Day Trial; 1st in Class
June 1933 – RSAC Scottish Rally
June 1934 – SSCC Half Day Trail; 1st in Class
June 1934 – SSCC 24 Hour Reliability Run; 1st in Class
July 1934 – TVMC Inaugural Rally
September 1934 – SSCC Half Day Trail; 3rd in Class & Winner of SSCC Mitchell Trophy
June 1935 – RSAC Scottish Rally; Gold Cup
For more information, please contact:
Paul Cheetham
paul.cheetham@handh.co.uk
07538 667452

1952 Citroën 11BL Traction Avant

H&H Classics - Classic Car & Motorbike Auctions 2024-04-08 | 24th Apr, 2024 13:00
Pavilion Gardens | Buxton, Derbyshire

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A Paris built Traction imported into the United Kingdom in 1981
In current ownership for over forty years, since 1983
Mechanically recommissioned in June 2023 with parts from specialists
Features the rare and desirable ‘Quillerry Viraflex’ steering wheel
Nearly every list of the most important automotive designs must surely include André Citroën's beloved Model 11 Traction Avant, which loosely translates to "Front-wheel drive". The Traction Avant was introduced in 1934, just one year before André Citroën's passing. The Model 11 BL was the smaller four-door sedan, with its front doors rear-hinged, so they would open "Suicide-style"; the rear doors opening conventionally. The Traction Avant was notable in that it placed its wheels at the extreme corners of the monocoque chassis, providing good stability and a comfortable ride. Its 1.9-litre overhead-valve four-cylinder engine, three-speed gearbox (mounted ahead of the engine), and torsion-bar front suspension were affixed to a separate steel subframe. Ubiquitous in Europe, and the favoured get-away car for countless French gangster movies of the period, latterly a six-cylinder model was developed. The Model 11 BL remained in production for 23 years, and by the time it was supplanted by the much more modern DS, an estimated 76,000 had been manufactured.

Chassis number ‘599547’ is a Paris-built 11 BL “Légère” Traction Avant, manufactured in 1952 and is understood to have been a resident of France until it was imported into the United Kingdom in 1981. Purchased by the vendor in 1983 and retained by him for the next forty-one years, the Citroën is said by the vendor to have already been in good condition including having a working valve radio and an interesting 1950s transfer on the glovebox lid showing a demoiselle advertising Igol motor oil. The Traction Avant also features the rare optional ‘Quillerry Viraflex’ sprung-type steering wheel in Grey. After seven years, the vendor decided that the Traction was due for improvement, and thereafter supplied it with a full restoration including bodywork refurbishment, a bare metal repaint in cellulose paint, powder-coated wheels, an interior refresh and full mechanical renovation, including a gearbox overhaul by specialists Peacock Engineering.

Used sparingly since the restoration, the Citroen remained on the road until 2008 when it was stored off the road until 2023, with ‘TXS 731’ then provided a full mechanical recommissioning by a specialist. The brakes and other ancillary items were renewed with replacement parts as well as a full greasing throughout, servicing, and spark plugs, as well as attention to the carburettor, fuel system and tank. Passing an MOT test in July 2023 with no advisories, the Citroen is now offered as a very usable example of the 11BL. Offered with a current V5C Registration Document.

For more information, please contact:
Paul Cheetham
paul.cheetham@handh.co.uk
07538 667452

1972 Marcos GT

H&H Classics - Classic Car & Motorbike Auctions 2024-04-05 | 24th Apr, 2024 13:00
Pavilion Gardens | Buxton, Derbyshire

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Current ownership for some twenty-two years
1 of just 12 Marcos GTs with the Triumph 2500cc engine
Notably improved during the vendor's ownership
Extensive chassis enhancements
Marcos was founded in 1959 by Jem Marsh and Frank Costin, and it was Costin's earlier work on the De Havilland Mosquito that led to the newcomer's first monocoque chassis being constructed from marine plywood. The later Luton-built versions benefited from less radical styling by Dennis Adams and were powered by a range of Ford engines. Nine Xylons and 13 Luton Gullwings saw the light of day, many of which were raced - light and nimble, they were very successful; especially in the hands of Jackie Stewart, Jackie Oliver and Marsh himself. Costin left the company in 1961, following which all design matters fell to Dennis Adams and his brother Peter, and it was their GT of 1964 that really put Marcos on the map. By 1969 the famous wooden chassis had been usurped by a more conventional steel one, and by 1971 Ford V6 power had been exchanged for that of the Volvo straight-six engine widely used until Marcos was forced into liquidation in 1972.

Chassis 5917T was manufactured in 1972, being first registered on the road on the 21st of August that year. One of just twelve GTs fitted with the Triumph 2.5-litre straight-six engine allied to a four-speed manual transmission with overdrive, the Marcos is finished in Red paintwork with Black vinyl interior upholstery and has a Black sunroof. In previous ownership from 1992, the Marcos is understood to have received either a full replacement (non-Marcos) chassis or extensive chassis repairs, which appear to be of a better quality than the original. Acquired by the vendor in 2002, the Marcos was running (albeit poorly) and requiring improvement when purchased.

The vendor then provided the Marcos with an engine overhaul including changing to twin SU carburettors from Strombergs and thereafter used ‘FRB 418L’ regularly for around five years. Gradually improved across the vendor's ownership, the Marcos has benefitted from bodywork improvements, paintwork throughout including the underside of the bonnet and boot, changes to enhance the usability including better headlamps and the inclusion of indicator and wiper sticks onto the steering column, a new fuel tank, and re-trimmed sunroof. Starting readily and both running and driving well during our photography session, the Marcos has been used for shows and events but has seen minimal use since the lockdown.

Supplied with previous MOTs and tax discs, old photographs, and a current V5C document, the Marcos is accompanied by the original alloy wheels. Showing some 79,500 miles on the odometer, the Marcos has two former keepers recorded on the V5C document.

For more information, please contact:
Paul Cheetham
paul.cheetham@handh.co.uk
07538 667452

1930 Ford Model A The Ballard Special Speedster - Fully road legal

H&H Classics - Classic Car & Motorbike Auctions 2024-04-05 | 24th Apr, 2024 13:00
Pavilion Gardens | Buxton, Derbyshire

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Built to complete bespoke specification engineered to incorporate two back-to-back Ford Model A engines
Recently displayed at the InterClassics Car Show in Maastricht, where it was praised for sheer engineering prowess
Hand finished aluminium Speedster body in true late 1920s / early 1930s Bonneville Salt Flats racing style
Fully road legal and supplied with a V5C Registration Document
Amid rumours that several States were preparing to ban his Model T due to its 'unsafe' hand-operated braking system, Henry Ford begrudgingly succumbed to pressure and authorised the development of a successor. Introduced in December 1927, the Model A was greeted with unprecedented demand. Longer and lower-slung than the Model T, it retained transverse-leaf suspension but proved significantly more refined. Designed by Howard Hicks, its 3285cc, L-Head four-cylinder engine developed 40bhp (twice the Model T's output) boasting niceties like coil ignition and integral water pump. Mated to a three-speed manual gearbox, it gave a top speed of 65mph necessitating the fitment of four-wheel braking.

"We fabricated a steel interconnected housing which the front and rear engines bolt onto, using the original existing bolt holes on the engines. Once this was done, we knew that we still had to be able to drive the rear engine's cooling system, so we had to experiment to find the best way to not lose traction to the final pulley after the slip from the various belts. For this, we decided to fabricate a new bottom pulley on the front engine, not only as a belt pulley but also with a chain sprocket to drive a shaft down the side of the engine to the rear. This shaft, in turn, is a direct drive into the end of the alternator and also incorporates a belt-drive pulley to the rear water pump. The belts are the old fabric machine-type link belts, which are the easiest to use when you need to vary the lengths of the belts as we did.

There was no need to lengthen the chassis, but we did have to bring the support bars out from where they used to be, located under the gearbox bell-housing at the front and from the torque tube at the rear, the torque tube and prop-shaft being significantly shorter than the original version. The steering was moved back and lowered and a longer steering rod fabricated.

The crankshafts are pretty much standard, except the front of the rear crank has been strengthened to cope with the increased torque. The detail in the connection of the crankshafts and how we have timed them is, I’m afraid, something I cannot share, so I will leave it to the imagination and speculation of the wider community. However, trial, error and catastrophic failure were all endured before we finally succeeded."

Amazingly, the vendor has been able to configure the engines timed 90 degrees out so that they now run in a traditional Straight 8 form with a 1-5-2-6-4-8-3-7 firing order - thus meaning that the whole experience is actually rather pleasant due to being very torquey and very smooth. The vendor's dedication to authenticity means that the car runs two original type distributors with points that work incredibly well and the transmission is a standard three-speed Model A affair with an original-type mechanically operated clutch in which the vendor is very confident of its reliability properties. On our inspection, a quick prod of the starter button fired both engines into life almost instantly and the vendor advises this is usually the case.

The bodywork was hand-crafted from aluminium by the vendor and is a testament to the detail driven approach that he takes. Taking inspiration again from the 1920s and 30s era Speedsters that once sped across the Bonneville Salt Flats, it is a fabulous mixture of louvres and rivets, each individually positioned for the greatest visual effect. The bodywork has also been hand sign-written in a period-style to and it must be ominous to any competitor when they see "7.2 Litre" written on such a light vehicle. For further authenticity, the dashboard has been built using period-type gauges, a small luxury in a fairly stripped-down interior to preserve lightness.

It is not often that we get offered such an engineering gem that makes us stand back and admire the sheer amount of work that has gone into it, however, the 'Ballard Special' is one of the rare opportunities for any true petrolhead to go completely giddy. If you are looking for something very special that will gain respect from any Vintage motoring enthusiast, here is your chance!

For more information, please contact:
Lucas Gomersall
lucas.gomersall@handh.co.uk
07484 082430

National Motorcycle Museum - Auction Highlights - March 2024

H&H Classics - Classic Car & Motorbike Auctions 2024-03-28 | National Motorcycle Museum | Solihull, West Midlands

Vintage Scooters - 27th Mar, 2024 11:00
Classic Motorcycles - 27th Mar, 2024 13:00

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Motorcycle Specialist Walkthrough - NMM March 2024

H&H Classics - Classic Car & Motorbike Auctions 2024-03-26 | National Motorcycle Museum | Solihull, West Midlands

Vintage Scooters - 27th Mar, 2024 11:00
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Location: Coventry Road, Bickenhill, Solihull B92 0EJ
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National Motorcycle Museum - Preview March 2024

H&H Classics - Classic Car & Motorbike Auctions 2024-03-20 | National Motorcycle Museum | Solihull, West Midlands

Vintage Scooters - 27th Mar, 2024 11:00
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Location: Coventry Road, Bickenhill, Solihull B92 0EJ
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IWM Duxford Highlights & Results - March 2024

H&H Classics - Classic Car & Motorbike Auctions 2024-03-15 | Imperial War Museum | Duxford, Cambridgeshire
Classic Motorcars
Date: 13th Mar, 2024 13:00
Location: IWM Duxford Airfield, Cambridge CB22 4QR
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The Imperial War Museum | Specialist Walkthrough - March 2024

H&H Classics - Classic Car & Motorbike Auctions 2024-03-12 | Imperial War Museum | Duxford, Cambridgeshire

Classic Motorcars
Date: 13th Mar, 2024 13:00
Location: IWM Duxford Airfield, Cambridge CB22 4QR
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2006 Morgan 4 4 1800 70th Anniversary Edition - Warranted 18,000 miles from new

H&H Classics - Classic Car & Motorbike Auctions 2024-03-07 | 13th Mar, 2024 13:00
Imperial War Museum | Duxford, Cambridgeshire

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1 of just 142 cars made to celebrate the Morgan 4/4 entering its seventy-first year of production
1 of only two '1952' examples complete with appropriately numbered steering wheel and St Christopher Plaque
Finished in the stunning combination of Duck Egg Blue with Black leather upholstery and Dark Blue weather equipment
Ford Duratec 1800cc DOHC engine and five-speed manual transmission
Well maintained with a large history file
Entering its seventy-first year in 2006, the Morgan 4/4 was already well established as the world’s longest-running production model. To celebrate, the Malvern manufacturer commissioned a run of 142 ‘70th Anniversary Edition’ cars (two per build year). Each decade was given its own ‘identity’ in terms of paint colours, soft-top designs and upholstery etc. Although, every ‘70th Anniversary Edition’ featured a fold-flat windscreen, bespoke dashboard, sheepskin bonnet strap, rubber mats and steel wheels with chrome hubcaps not to mention a St Christoper badge and wood-rim Moto Lita steering wheel both of which were inscribed with the model year it represented. Mechanically identical to a standard Morgan 4/4 1800, the ‘70th Anniversary Edition’ cars were powered by a Ford Duratec 1800cc DOHC four-cylinder engine allied to five-speed manual transmission. With some 125bhp and 119lbft of torque on tap plus a kerb weight of only 820kg, the two-seater was a spirited performer that was reputedly capable of 0-60mph in 7.8 seconds and 114mph. Among Morgan’s most sought after limited edition models, the ‘70th Anniversary Edition’ cars still enjoy a strong following.

One of the two ‘1952’ cars, chassis 4L00134 is finished in the stunning combination of Duck Egg Blue with Black leather upholstery and Dark Blue weather equipment. Supplied new via Thomson & Potter of Perth, ‘SH06 NKR’ had covered some 11,988 miles by the time it entered the current (second) ownership during October 2020. Starting readily and running well during our recent photography session, the Morgan remains highly presentable. Indeed, we struggled to locate any stone chips to its frontage. Well maintained whilst in the vendor’s care, regular fettling has been augmented by a new electronic control unit for the Exhaust Gas Recirculation valve and four new tyres last year. Built to commemorate the year that Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II took the throne, ‘SH06 NKR’ is worthy of close inspection. Offered for sale with V5C Registration Document and history file.

For more information, please contact:
Damian Jones
damian.jones@handh.co.uk
07855 493737

DUXFORD - Auction Preview - March 2024

H&H Classics - Classic Car & Motorbike Auctions 2024-03-06 | Imperial War Museum | Duxford, Cambridgeshire

Classic Motorcars
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2002 Bentley Azure Mulliner - One of only 23 right-hand drive Azure Mulliners built

H&H Classics - Classic Car & Motorbike Auctions 2024-03-01 | 13th Mar, 2024 13:00
Imperial War Museum | Duxford, Cambridgeshire

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Original UK-delivered Azure Mulliner
One of only 23 right-hand drive Azure Mulliners built
Cost £242,000 new in 2002
Most recent service in November 2023
The first generation Bentley Azure Convertible was conceived while the company was still under Vickers’ management and produced from 1995 to 2003. Debuted at the 1995 Geneva Salon, it was based on the platform of the highly successful Continental R, and combined the glamour of the company's early coach-built Drophead Coupes with modern-day technology and performance - a heady cocktail for those lucky enough to afford it. The car's presence was immense, born of the combination of automotive elegance and sheer size - the Azure was 210 inches long. Sculptured seats ensured the optimum cosseting for up to four adults. This was the height of luxury.

At the heart of the Azure, as of so many post-war Bentleys and Rolls-Royces, was the Group's mighty 6.75-litre OHV V8 engine complete with Garrett AirResearch turbocharger and Zytek EMS3 digital engine management. The unit drove through a General Motors-sourced four-speed automatic transmission. With some 400bhp on tap and in excess of 600lbft of torque, the 0-60mph dash could be dispensed with in around six seconds, despite the car's generous all-up weight of 5,750 pounds. Speeds of up to 150mph were possible when allowed, doubtless without a ripple on a glass of champagne. Suspension was independent front and rear with adaptive ride control. Final assembly of the model took place at the Rolls-Royce factory in Crewe. In 1999 the Azure Mulliner was introduced alongside the standard Azure. Fitted with the upgraded 420bhp engine from the Continental T, this car now produced a massive 875Nm at only 2200rpm! To emphasize the sporty nature of the beast, extended front and rear wheel arches were fitted along with upgraded brakes, a widened track and 18-inch five-spoke alloy wheels. Furthermore, it sports mesh vents in the front wings, sporting sills, new bumpers with mesh inserts to match the radiator and twin exhaust pipes on both sides. The icing on the cake is the ‘Mulliner’ badge on the boot lid, indicating that you’re dealing with a very rare car with only 155 units made between 1999 and 2003 with just 23 of these built to right-hand drive specification.

Offered here is one of those 23 cars. First registered in September 2002 and costing a staggering £242,000 when new, ‘DG52 KPT’ is finished in gleaming Black with a Black Connolly leather interior and a Black mohair hood. This stylish combination is further enhanced by Black Wilton carpets and deep glossy Burr Walnut veneers on the dashboard, centre console and door trims. Although there is a discrepancy in the mileage due to an odometer change, the car is believed to be relatively low mileage. Invoices on file show recent servicing by Bentley Specialists West Hoathly Garage and Dazzle Autos Limited with the most recent service having been completed in November 2023. Offered with a recent V5C, a history file with assorted invoices, three sets of keys with two alarm fobs and a current MOT until October 2024.

For more information, please contact:
Julian Pinkster
julian.pinkster@handh.co.uk
07889 223 904

1947 Sunbeam Talbot 2 Litre Sports Tourer - ‘Matching’ chassis and engine numbers

H&H Classics - Classic Car & Motorbike Auctions 2024-02-29 | 13th Mar, 2024 13:00
Imperial War Museum | Duxford, Cambridgeshire

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1 of just 8 survivors known to the Sunbeam Talbot Alpine Register in the UK
Understood to have had just four owners from new
‘Matching’ chassis and engine numbers
Subject to a comprehensive mechanical restoration in 2022
Charming and rare open-top touring with 2-litre power in an attractive colour combination
Entered from a significant private collection
Sunbeam, Talbot and Darracq in a sense encapsulate the history of the automobile in Great Britain in the first four decades of the 20th century as domestic manufacturers teamed up with French designers to take advantage of the innovations and refinements flowing from France, then the leader in automobile design and performance. Over time, however, the British developed their own talents, but the names persisted. Sunbeam-Talbot's name first appeared on a car - the 10hp Sports Saloon - in 1938. The latter had been first introduced as the Talbot Ten at the 1935 London Motor Show and was based on a lengthened version of the Hillman Aero Minx's under-slung chassis. Hailed by its makers as 'Britain's Most Exclusive Light Car', the new Sunbeam-Talbot Ten had been re-engineered by Chief Designer Georges Roesch, whose brief had been to extract more power from the engine and provide sufficient room for four passengers, objectives achieved by moving the engine and gearbox forward by 3½" and equipping the Minx motor with an aluminium cylinder head. Introduced in 1939, the Sunbeam-Talbot 2-Litre was based on the Ten, although it used the 2.0-litre side-valve engine from the Hillman 14 (later Humber Hawk).

Manufactured in 1947 and supplied to the United Kingdom, ‘HXP 511’ was sold new via Rootes London to a J. C. Pope Esq of London W8 and is understood to have resided in his ownership until 1983, spending approximately thirty years of this time in storage. Fitted with the desirable (aforementioned) 2.0-litre straight-four engine allied to a four-speed manual transmission, the Sunbeam-Talbot is finished in White with Red leather interior upholstery and is supplied with full weather gear (full tonneau, hood cover, side screen and hood) also trimmed in Red. With a recorded mileage of 98,800 miles (at time of consignment), the Sunbeam was purchased from the initial owner by the second keeper in 1983 as a restoration project.

Subject to a cosmetic restoration upon purchase of the second keeper, the ash frame was renewed, chassis overhauled, bodywork restored and interior refreshed. In third (previous) ownership, the Sports Tourer received a comprehensive mechanical restoration comprising a complete engine and brake overhaul; wheel refurbishment; re-cored radiator; much re-chroming; re-wiring; and replacement exhaust, fuel tank, front tyres and horns. Converted to an alternator, the Sunbeam ran well during the photography session and is boasting matching chassis and engine numbers. Entered from the fourth ownership, a significant private collection, the Sunbeam is offered with photographs of the restoration, an original owner's handbook, a copy of a workshop manual and a current V5C. Being one of just eight survivors known in the UK to the Sunbeam-Talbot Alpine Register, this is a rare example of a stylish British Open-Tourer.

For more information, please contact:
Paul Cheetham
paul.cheetham@handh.co.uk
07538 667452

1967 Volkswagen Beach Buggy - Desirable short wheelbase buggy

H&H Classics - Classic Car & Motorbike Auctions 2024-02-29 | 13th Mar, 2024 13:00
Imperial War Museum | Duxford, Cambridgeshire

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Desirable short wheelbase buggy
Previously restored and rebuilt
Fitted with a 1600cc Volkswagen engine
Entered from a significant private collection
A dune buggy, also known as a ‘beach buggy’, is a recreational motor vehicle originally designed for the dunes of California. Usually a topless vehicle with a rear-mounted engine, dune buggy can be created by modifying an existing vehicle or custom-building a new vehicle. The original fiberglass dune buggy was the 1964 'Meyers Manx' built by Bruce Meyers. Used up Volkswagen Beetles were abundant in California and the surf culture was at its peak in the Sixties. The dune buggy epitomised the California lifestyle, and as the concept was so simple and so inviting, it spread quickly.

With the donor VW, registered new on the 6th of September 1967, this striking example has similar styling to the original 'Manx' and is presented in Subaru Blue coachwork over a Blue Alcantara interior. Sitting proudly on chrome wheels shod with Dunlop Radial G/T tyres at the rear, giving the beach buggy a fantastic look. Previously the subject of a restoration which included a full respray, an interior retrim including wool carpets and Corbeau bucket seats, and an overhauled desirable 1600cc Volkswagen engine was sourced and fitted, together with a new carburettor. The 1600cc engine makes this a very quick example indeed and it’s reported by the vendor to sound fantastic when on song! Purchased by the vendor as an addition to his significant private collection, the Volkswagen has seen much use recently. On our recent inspection, the beach buggy fired up readily and ran well during the photography session. The history file accompanying the car contains various sundry bills from Volkswagen specialists, old registration documents, the current UK V5C Registration Document confirming it registered as an Historic Vehicle (making it tax and MOT exempt), along with a written log of the previous restoration work. A real one-off, short-wheelbase example offers huge amounts of fun for its new owner!

For more information, please contact:
Paul Cheetham
paul.cheetham@handh.co.uk
07538 667452

1937 Jaguar SS 2 5 Litre Sports Saloon - From a private collection

H&H Classics - Classic Car & Motorbike Auctions 2024-02-29 | 13th Mar, 2024 13:00
Imperial War Museum | Duxford, Cambridgeshire

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Supplied new by Henlys of Piccadilly to a Mr Worricker, who retained the SS for 48 years
Known ownership history from new equating to just five keepers
A pleasingly original example which is offered with a large history file
Entered from a significant private collection
The very first model to carry the Jaguar name, the SS Jaguar 2½ Litre Sports Saloon was launched at the Mayfair Hotel, London in September 1935. Styled by William Lyons, the four-light design featured a higher belt line and lower roof line than many of its contemporaries which together with voluptuous wings and plentiful brightwork lent the newcomer a distinctly rakish air. Asked to speculate on the Jaguar’s prospective asking price, the assembled journalists came up with an average guess of £632 and were thus somewhat taken aback when Lyons revealed that he intended to market the 1936 model-year machine for just £395. The modest sum was all the more surprising given that a conversion to overhead valve gear, courtesy of consultant engineer Harry Weslake, had seen engine power jump by almost fifty percent to 102bhp. More labour intensive than their successors, the 1936 model-year 2½ Litre Saloons were coachbuilt in the traditional manner with steel bodywork over an ash frame and incorporated a host of detail differences including a bespoke windscreen design. Short lived, they also shared a high degree of commonality with the iconic SS100 sports car.

Manufactured new in 1937, the SS Jaguar offered was supplied new to the United Kingdom by Henlys of Piccadilly to a Mr Worricker, being registered new on the 15th of June that year. Finished in complementary Black paintwork, ‘DYM 180’ pleasingly retains its original interior trimmed in Dark Blue leather, as well as what are thought to be the original instruments, tool kit and sunroof. Mr Worricker remained the custodian of the SS Jaguar for almost fifty years, owning chassis number ‘13342’ until 1985. Ownership thereafter passed to the garage that had maintained the SS Jaguar since the 1950s, before the next owner acquired the Jaguar in 1990, and set about gradually restoring the car. The previous custodians purchased ‘DYM 180’ in 2005 and thoroughly enjoyed the Saloon, taking part in Jaguar Driver’s Club events including the 2010 75th Anniversary drive from Coventry to Goodwood, as well as many local rallies and gatherings, before selling the ‘DYM 180’ into the significant private collection it resides in currently.

Accompanied by a large history file includes a previous JDC valuation of £62,000, together with the V5C registration certificate, a schedule of basic costs and repairs since 1991 (totalling £8,600), correspondence, a quantity of invoices, previous MOT certificates and road tax discs, and photocopies of old registration documents, as well as sales brochures, road test reports, a Shell Lubrication Servicing Guide and a Jaguar Heritage Certificate. Apparently, around just seventy examples of the SS Jaguar 2.5 Litre Saloon remain in existence in various states of repair, making the model even rarer than the SS100, making this incredibly low ownership example, one not to be missed!

For more information, please contact:
Paul Cheetham
paul.cheetham@handh.co.uk
07538 667452

1970 Datsun 240Z

H&H Classics - Classic Car & Motorbike Auctions 2024-02-27 | 13th Mar, 2024 13:00
Imperial War Museum | Duxford, Cambridgeshire

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Recently imported from California, USA and now UK-registered
Desirable early example, ripe for a sympathetic restoration
Starts and runs well
The launch timing of the Datsun 240Z (sold as the Nissan Fairlady Z in Japan) was impeccable. The much loved Austin-Healey 3000 had recently passed to that big garage in the sky and enthusiasts were clamouring for a spiritual replacement. On paper, the first of the Z cars was unremarkable, but the sum of its parts was good enough to achieve major success on track and stage (examples won the East African Safari Rally outright in 1971 and 1973) and become a big seller - particularly in the USA, where it was very well priced compared with rival imports. It was powered by a lusty OHC straight-six engine of 2393cc that delivered 151bhp at 5600rpm. This allowed the newcomer to rush to 60mph in around eight seconds and achieve a very creditable top speed of some 125mph. A five-speed manual gearbox was standard and the suspension was independent by MacPherson struts at the front and Chapman struts at the rear. Braking was by discs front/drums rear and steering by rack and pinion.

This left hand drive example has recently landed on English shores and is now fully UK registered with all necessary taxes and duties paid. Described by the vendor as “a super rot-free restoration project, with only minor rust in the floors”, this notably early example features vents in the boot lid which didn’t appear on the vast majority of the production run. Started and run during our recent photography session, the car hasn’t been driven since its arrival; the vendor therefore describing the transmission and drivetrain as “unknown”. On the contrary, he describes the bodywork and engine as “good”, the paintwork as “average” and the interior trim as “poor, with some items missing”.

Offered with a significant history file spanning almost five decades; this desirable early ‘Z’ should provide the purchaser with a straight-forward and rewarding restoration project. Sporting a wonderful patina, it could also be used and enjoyed 'as-is' following an overhaul of the mechanicals.

For more information, please contact:
Adam Sykes
adam.sykes@handh.co.uk
07429 600332

1926 Packard 426 Skiff Bodied Tourer - Displayed at the London Concours of Elegance in 2021

H&H Classics - Classic Car & Motorbike Auctions 2024-02-27 | 13th Mar, 2024 13:00
Imperial War Museum | Duxford, Cambridgeshire

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Exquisitely produced ‘Skiff’ style body made by a specialist wooden boat builder and restorer being completed in 2015
Displayed at the prestigious London Concours of Elegance in 2021
Multiple publication features including in Octane magazine
Mechanically overhauled and minimal usage since completion of the build
Fast and powerful with bodywork weighing only c.150lb, almost 1000lb less than the original!
Packard introduced the Single Six in 1921 as a smaller and more affordable alternative to the large V12 Twin Six. The 241.5 cubic-inch straight-six initially offered 52hp, compared to the 90hp produced by its much larger sibling. A tremendous improvement over the six-cylinder that powered Packards in the years leading up to World War I, the new six produced nearly as much power as its pre-war predecessor but with half the displacement and half the weight. The Second Series, introduced in December of 1923, had four-wheel brakes and also gained a service-brake-activated stoplight, a rearview mirror, and a divided windscreen with wipers. By the time the Fourth Series was introduced in August of 1926, the six-cylinder engine received a new 'Turbo-Head' with redesigned combustion chambers, new aluminium pistons, and a redesigned intake manifold resulting in an increase in horsepower to 81bhp.

Skiff coachwork was designed by Carosserie Jean-Henri Labourdette and featured a boat design, with mahogany wood fastened by copper rivets. The 'Skiff' structure was built similarly to traditional naval carpentry methods, with the mahogany body fixed to the frame and a rear 'boat-tail' shape. Labourdette's Skiff bodies were applied to many different cars including Rolls-Royce, Hispano Suiza, Renault, Abadal, and Peugeot, among others, with the first 'Skiff-Torpedo' body style created by Mr. Labourdette in 1912 and mated to a Panhard & Levassor chassis. It was built for Rene de Knyff of France who was part of the noble class known as Chevalier.

Chassis ‘103784’ was originally produced with Sedan coachwork (on the shorter of the two Packard chassis) and resided in the United States of America which, at some stage of its life, was unfortunately fire damaged. This, however, resulted in it presenting itself as a prime example for the vendor's project of producing a ‘Skiff’ bodied special. Inspired by the beautiful mahogany Labourdette Skiff-bodied cars, the vendor decided to put his specialist expertise in wooden boatbuilding and restoration to good use and produce a ‘Skiff’ bodied Tourer of his own. Arriving on British shores in autumn 2010, the Packard was notably complete allowing many of the original Packard body fittings to be utilised in the build.

The step, other brackets and fittings, and bumper modifications were all of the design of the vendor, and a new wiring loom was supplied from the United States, with the headlamps renovated, and the bonnet completely manufactured from new and finished in semi-gloss Black, and the chassis in gloss Black. A very high quality of craftsmanship and finish is present throughout, confirmed by the Packard taking the Pride of Ownership award at the 2015 NEC Classic Motor Show. Used sparingly since the completion of the project, the vendor gets his satisfaction from the build process of the completion, hence the sale, but does note that the unity between a powerful engine and incredibly light (with the body weighing 150lb over the previous bodies 1100lb) yet very strong bodywork, makes the Skiff bodied Packard a very quick 1920s car!

Later displayed at the prestigious London Concours of Elegance in 2021, the Packard generated significant interest at both events and is guaranteed to turn heads wherever it goes! Featured in a number of motoring publications including The Automobile, Octane and Classic Car Weekly. Offered with build images, shipping documents and documentation relating to the registration, copy of the New Jersey title, and copies of the publications. With the possible idea of another project on the cards, the Packard is a fantastic piece of automotive and woodwork craftsmanship!

For more information, please contact:
Paul Cheetham
paul.cheetham@handh.co.uk
07538 667452

2012 McLaren MP4 12C - McLarens return to modern Supercars

H&H Classics - Classic Car & Motorbike Auctions 2024-02-26 | 13th Mar, 2024 13:00
Imperial War Museum | Duxford, Cambridgeshire

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Warranted low mileage of just 12,500 miles from new
Current lady ownership since 2018 and used sparingly
Original book pack with service book illustrating strong main dealer service history
Excellent condition throughout and nicely specified
The model that marked McLaren's return to modern Supercars and a 'must have' in any serious car collection!
We’ve all heard of the McLaren F1, and their values, a supercar of supercars that debuted just over 30 years ago now, but now jump to 2009, when McLaren launched the MP4-12C car and the promise of a car that utilised advances in composites manufacturing technology and the new Woking factory in 2011. Styled by Frank Stephenson, who had been recruited from Alfa Romeo Centro Stile following spells with Ferrari and FIAT, the MP4-12C used a carbon-fibre MonoCell tub that was more easily produced to meet production numbers and retail schedules, in a timely fashion. A more conventional car, seating abreast for two, rather than the famous layout for 3 on the F1, the 12C still had the dihedral doors, maintaining a familial link with the F1.

The MP4-12C offered was supplied new by McLaren London to its first keeper, being first registered on the 1st of June that year. Finished in Graphite Grey with Carbon Black leather and Alcantara interior upholstery with Red stitching, the specification of the McLaren includes carbon ceramic brakes with McLaren orange calipers, lightweight forged and diamond cut alloy wheels, 7-speed SSG transmission, Stealth pack, IRIS system with DSP, Meridian surround sound system with 7 speakers, 64 GB hard drive, electric and heated memory seats, electric folding and heated mirrors, parking sensors front and rear, cruise control, hill hold assist, vehicle tracking system, volumetric alarm, dual-zone climate control, and McLaren branded floor mats.

Entering into current lady ownership during September 2018, the McLaren has seen limited and careful use since, shown in the excellent condition of this MP4, with virtually no stone chips or road rash. A pleasingly low mileage example having covered only 12,500 miles from new, the MP4-12C boasts McLaren main agent servicing. Offered with the original book pack with handbooks and service book, the service book illustrates a strong service history which is documented below, the most recent being very few miles previous, and also included an air-conditioning system re-gas. The McLaren is also offered with two sets of keys, a current V5C document, and is due to possess a fresh MOT certificate in time for sale.

1st Year Service from McLaren London 12/7/13 at 2,755 miles
2nd Year Service from McLaren London 4/7/14 at 2,787 miles
3rd Year Service from McLaren London 3/8/15 at 3,021 miles
4th Year Service from McLaren Manchester 6/5/16 at 6,846 miles
5th Year Service from McLaren Ascot 7/6/17 at 10,101 miles
6th Year Service from McLaren Ascot 14/6/18 at 11,738 miles
7th Year Service from McLaren Hatfield 2/7/19 at 12,296 miles
8th Year Service from McLaren Hatfield 15/12/20 at 12,383 miles
10th Year Service from Bell Sport & Classic 16/11/22 at 12,472 miles
Innovative, attractive, rapid, and fast becoming highly sought-after, market commentators are tipping the model that marked the return of this legendary British manufacturer's modern Supercar line-up to be a must have in any noteworthy car collection.

PLEASE NOTE: The registration number shown in the images is not included in the sale.

For more information, please contact:
Paul Cheetham
paul.cheetham@handh.co.uk
07538 667452

2002 Rolls Royce Silver Seraph Last of Line - 1 of just 42 to RHD specification

H&H Classics - Classic Car & Motorbike Auctions 2024-02-26 | 13th Mar, 2024 13:00
Imperial War Museum | Duxford, Cambridgeshire

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One of the last of the Crewe-built Rolls-Royces
The first right-hand drive Silver Seraph Last of Line ever built
One of only 42 right-hand drive examples out of a total production of 170
Just c.14,500 miles from new
Complete with full book pack and photo album of the build process
An undisputedly fine motorcar, the Graham Hull-penned Silver Seraph marked Rolls-Royce's intention to reclaim its reputation as producer of `the best car in the world'. Following a long gestation period that dated back to the late '80s, the model was actually only made for four years - 1998 to 2002 - as a result of which just 1,570 examples ultimately vacated the factory in Crewe, making it a relatively rare breed. The company claimed the monocoque chassis to be 65 percent stiffer than that of the Silver Spirit it replaced. Power came from a BMW-derived all-alloy V12 engine of 5.4-litres, making it the first 12-cylinder car to transport the Silver Lady since the mighty Phantom III of 1939. The Seraph shared its platform, bodyshell and much else with the Bentley Arnage of the period. But while the twin-turbo V8-powered and more stiffly-suspended Arnage was aimed at the enthusiast driver, the Seraph was all about comfort and luxury.

More info to follow:

For more information, please contact:
Julian Pinkster
julian.pinkster@handh.co.uk
07889 223 904

1952 Lotus MkVI Prototype

H&H Classics - Classic Car & Motorbike Auctions 2024-02-26 | PRIVATE SALE

Prototype of the first volume-built Lotus model
Famously came 2nd in its first two races at Silverstone in 1952
Entered from the collection of the late Graham Nearn
Previously on display at the British Motor Museum

If you would like to enquire further, please contact Lucas Gomersall

07484 082430 lucas.gomersall@handh.co.uk

There is no doubting Colin Chapman’s genius in terms of mathematics, stress analysis or talent spotting (the roster of designers, drivers and engineers he employed remains exceptional). However, Lotus may never have conquered the world of motorsport or become a much-loved sportscar manufacturer if Colin Chapman had not been helped by his future wife Hazel Williams (and her parents), the Allen brothers (Michael and Nigel) or his father Stanley. Trainee dentists with a petrolhead father, Michael and Nigel Allen spent their spare time tinkering with cars in an unusually well-equipped domestic garage. A fellow Austin Seven enthusiast who could not help but be impressed with his near neighbours’ facilities, Chapman befriended the Allen brothers and convinced them to build and campaign a trio of cars in 750 Motor Club events for the 1951 season. In the end, the triumvirate only completed one car. Known as the Lotus MkIII and road registered as ‘LMU 3’, its successes were such that Chapman felt emboldened enough to form the Lotus Engineering Company on January 1st 1952 with himself, his father and the Allen brothers as the four directors. Stanley Chapman provided an old stable adjacent to his pub as a workshop and Michael Allen ran the enterprise day-to-day while Chapman continued to work for British Aluminium and Nigel Allen kept up with his studies. The 750 Motor Club’s announcement of a new 1172 Formula for 1953 provided Chapman with a golden opportunity. His response was the Lotus MkVI which took full advantage of the new class’s regulations that allowed entrants to field chassis of their own design (as opposed to Austin Seven derived examples).

Utilising the same spaceframe layout that Mercedes-Benz and Jaguar had chosen for the W196 Grand Prix car and C-Type sports racer respectively, Chapman’s sketches for the MkVI were turned into reality by Nigel Allen who designed and fabricated the prototype’s chassis. Purposefully designed to accept a variety of drivetrains (be they Ford, BMC, MG or Coventry-Climax), the very first MkVI was fitted with a shorter stroke Ford Consul OHV engine displacing 1498cc. The idea being to prove to potential buyers that the featherweight chassis / body unit (which tipped the scales at just 90lb) was strong enough to cope with a heavier / more powerful engine than the 1172 Formula would permit.

Returning to Silverstone on 26th July, ‘XML 6’ finished third in the Ladies’ Handicap with Colin Chapman’s fiancée Hazel Williams behind the wheel. Michael Allen was entered by ‘Ecurie Lotus’ for the International Daily Mail 100-Mile Sportscar Race organised by the West Essex Car Club at Boreham on 2nd August and ran in practice the previous day. Unfortunately, his journey to the Essex circuit on race day was curtailed by a run-in with a Co-operative bread van. Contemporary reports suggest that Allen emerged pretty much unscathed, while his girlfriend Pauline suffered some minor bruising. Nevertheless, ‘XML 6’ was deemed a ‘write-off’. The subsequent £800 pay out enabled the Lotus Engineering Company to not only pay off all its debts but also commission the construction of the first commercial MkVI chassis.

Graham Nearn loaned several cars from his collection to the British Motor Museum for display purposes in 2003 including the famous MkVI prototype. Interestingly, Lotus’ sales literature for 1953 mentions that customers can buy ‘a replica of the successful MkVI sports car’ which could be read to imply that ‘XML 6’ was the only true MkVI with all the circa 110 subsequent versions being replicas (in much the same way that Frazer-Nash marketed ‘Le Mans Replicas’). Little used over the past two decades, the ex-Nigel and Michael Allen machine would doubtless benefit from a degree of recommissioning. Although, the Nearn family report that it has previously run ‘very well’. The diminutive two-seater’s aluminium bodywork proudly bears a number of minor dents and scrapes which attest to its competitive past. The steering wheel is said to be original but the smart Red upholstery is obviously the result of a more modern re-trim.

It is difficult to overstate the importance of the MkVI in Lotus’ history. Put simply, it was the model that saw Colin Chapman transition from a highly talented special builder to a recognised motor manufacturer. ‘XML 6’ occupies a unique place in marque lore having been a Works machine, the private car of a Lotus director (Michael Allen) and the property of the Nearn family for five decades. Potentially eligible for a host of prestigious events, the prototype MkVI is surely deserving of a place in another major collection or museum.

1960 Austin-Healey Mk1 Frogeye Sprite

H&H Classics - Classic Car & Motorbike Auctions 2024-02-23 | 13th Mar, 2024 13:00
Imperial War Museum | Duxford, Cambridgeshire

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Sympathetically upgraded for fast-road / speed event use
Sporting a Sebring-style bonnet and ‘works’ hardtop
Upgraded engine, carburettor, dampers and fitted with a 5-speed gearbox
Current ownership since August 1984
'The Donald Healey-designed Sprite entered production at MG's Abingdon factory in March 1958. Its unitary construction body shell featured a distinctive combined bonnet and wings with the headlights integrated into this panel. From the front this resembled a frog, hence the now familiar nickname - 'frog eye'. The Sprite's chassis design was the world's first volume-production sports car to use unitary construction, where the sheet metal body panels (apart from the bonnet) take many of the structural stresses. Powered by the Austin A35's 948cc A-Series engine topped with twin SU carburettors producing 43bhp. With only 650 kilogrammes to propel, this engine pushed the Sprite onto a maximum speed of 83 mph. With independent front suspension and rack-and-pinion steering the car's handling matched its performance.

Consigned to us from the collection of Maggi and Roger Byford; ‘697 AYF’ shared a garage with their all-conquering works specification Austin-Healey rally car ‘32 EXT’ for almost four decades. This particular RHD example is described as ‘well-sorted’ and has had just three custodians from new. It has been a veteran of many road-rallies and tours, maintained religiously and upgraded over time to its now enviable specification. Previously yellow, but now refinished in Black; this rust-free example features a fibreglass Sebring-type bonnet and ‘works’ hardtop, whilst riding on MiniLite-style wheels. Said to be “fun, fast and runs very well, with great oil pressure”, ‘697 AYF’ features a 5-speed gearbox mated to an uprated engine, with larger carburettor, electric fuel pump and a stainless sports exhaust system. The interior is sparse, yet purposeful, with a roll hoop fitted and Halda-timer mounted to the dashboard.

Widely described by our vendor as “very good’ with regard to the bodywork, engine, electrical equipment, paintwork and transmission, he describes the interior trim as “good”. Now offered for sale with a small folder of paperwork, including previous MOT and registration documents; this 'pocket rocket' behaved faultlessly during our recent photography session and felt as though it was ready to tackle anything we could throw at it! An affordable and fun ticket into road-rally and speed events, but equally suitable as transport to the public house this Summer; a lot worthy of close inspection.

For more information, please contact:
Adam Sykes
adam.sykes@handh.co.uk
07429 600332

Porsche 914

H&H Classics - Classic Car & Motorbike Auctions 2024-02-23 | 13th Mar, 2024 13:00
Imperial War Museum | Duxford, Cambridgeshire

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Believed to have had just one previous owner from new
A highly-original, time-warp example
Offered with a large history file, including the original service book
By the late 1960s, Porsche was looking for a replacement for its 912, while Volkswagen needed a substitute for the outgoing Karmann Ghia. The companies agreed on a collaborative solution and the 914/4 and 914/6 were born in 1969. A mid-engined chassis was penned and manufactured by Karmann Ghia. Versions to be sold by Volkswagen (914/4) were initially equipped with a 1.7-litre version of the company's air-cooled flat four unit and other VW hardware, while examples destined for Porsche showrooms (914/6) were sent to Stuttgart and fitted with the same 2.0-litre flat six engine as used in the 911T, together with appropriate 911 suspension and brake items. Both cars utilised the 911's '901' gearbox suitably modified for the mid-engined configuration. It was felt double-branding would be risky in America, so both versions carried the Porsche badge there. Though the quicker and better handling of the two cars, the 914/6 suffered from slow sales and was discontinued in 1972 after a production run of some 3,350 cars. The resulting gap in the line-up was filled by a second Volkswagen engined model powered by a 95bhp 2.0-litre version of the company's fuel-injected Type 4 unit. 914/4 production ceased in 1976 after in excess of 115,646 examples had been made, making it Porsche's best selling model of the time.

The left-hand drive, 1.8-litre (fuel-injected) Malaga Red example on sale was manufactured in 1975 and first registered in the United States of America. Recently brought across the water; it subsequently passed an MOT test in October 2023 and a UK log book has now been issued. Our vendor states “the car runs and drives very well and it’s really quite fun to drive”. He describes the paintwork as “Good, although there are a few little scratches and some chips which have been touched up, and a couple of small dents (RH front wing top, RH door top)”. Said to be “a super rot-free car, save for a couple of small bits - it does have some very minor rust, the battery tray is new, but just pop riveted in, whilst the rear boot has a few small holes”. He also mentioned there being “a couple of rust bubbles on the top of the B-posts and the scuttle area under the windscreen”. The disc shields have correct date stamps on them from the original build, and our vendor did point out some splits to the upholstery, however he described the interior as being “generally very good, with a removable roof also in nice condition.”

Offered for sale with a comprehensive paperwork file, including an original service book which is stamped all the way up to 84,974 miles (covered by September 1995). Now displaying an unwarranted but highly credible 109,000 miles; other paperwork includes an original handbook, period sales brochure, AAA Automobile Club of Southern California documentation, old invoices, parts books and a workshop manual. Our vendor states “My friend in California told me he bought it from the original owner, but it’s difficult to verify if a one-owner car as US log books are not as descriptive as UK ones.” Ready to use and enjoy, this "straight and solid' example would also make an excellent basis for a full restoration to show standards.

For more information, please contact:
Adam Sykes
adam.sykes@handh.co.uk
07429 600332

1984 Land Rover 88 Lightweight

H&H Classics - Classic Car & Motorbike Auctions 2024-02-23 | 13th Mar, 2024 13:00
Imperial War Museum | Duxford, Cambridgeshire

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Despatched new to the Falkland Islands and used for less than 12 months
Purchased from the Ministry of Defence by the military mechanic who worked on it whilst in the Falklands
Minimal mileage in service and a mere 153 miles covered since returning to the United Kingdom
Surely one of, if not the most original Lightweight Land Rover surviving!
The smallest Land Rover available at the time was a Series IIA 88 inch wheelbase, which was too heavy. A new modification to the basic Series IIA was devised by making many body components easily detachable and removing many non-essential items. The result was the Land Rover Half-Ton, known widely as the Lightweight or Airportable. In practice, to reduce weight sufficiently for the helicopters of the day to lift them in combat conditions, the tilt and sticks, the upper parts of the body, the doors and windscreen were removed, to be refitted later. The most significant change, however, was a reduction in width by four inches, by redesigning the standard Series IIA axles and fitting shorter half-shafts, which meant it would fit on a standard pallet. Complete, the Lightweight IIA weighed 1202 kg, over the specified weight and heavier in fact than a 'standard' Land Rover. The term Lightweight was, therefore, confusing. However, with the removable body panels taken-off it was below the limit. Since improvements to the helicopters meant more lift was available, the Ministry of Defence accepted it for use. Production continued until 1984.

Chassis ‘AA226705’ was supplied new to the Ministry of Defence, destined for the Falklands Islands, and was provided with the military registration ‘05 KD 29’, having been received into service on the 20th of March 1985. Used for a short period of time and covering few miles while in active service, the Land Rover was lightly damaged (understood to have been in January 1986), and the Lightweight thereafter sat unused in Port Stanley. Purchased from the Ministry of Defence in December 1991 by the military mechanic who was both stationed with it in Port Stanley and had worked upon it while it was operational, he repatriated the Land Rover and repaired it in the early 1990s.

MOT tested for the first time in 1993 with 7 miles on the odometer, it had its second MOT test in 1994 at 136 miles. Thereafter sitting in a dry garage due to the long-term ill health of the mechanic, the Lightweight was purchased by the vendor approximately thirty years later and was returned to the road last year, with the Land Rover only requiring new fuel tanks and brake cylinders. Otherwise untouched since 1993, the Lightweight is in remarkable original and unrestored condition, and boasts its original chassis, all the original bodywork, original canvas, and even the original tool kit!

Surely therefore this is one of, if not the most original Lightweight Land Rover surviving! Not only displaying pleasing original features throughout, ‘B76 HEW’ (as now registered) is offered with a history file that contains its two military handbooks, military number plates, Vehicle Record Book, other military history, and a current V5C document showing two owners (post-M.O.D). starting readily and running excellently during our photography session, the Land Rover is due to possess a fresh MOT certificate in time for sale, this time-warp example is a remarkable original survivor.

For more information, please contact:
Paul Cheetham
paul.cheetham@handh.co.uk
07538 667452

1952 Minerva Land Rover Blindé Air Commando

H&H Classics - Classic Car & Motorbike Auctions 2024-02-23 | 13th Mar, 2024 13:00
Imperial War Museum | Duxford, Cambridgeshire

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Fully armoured Blindé example
1 of just 30 Blindé Air Commandos reputedly produced, the rarest of the two variants and the only one known in the United Kingdom
Formerly part of a large Land Rover and military vehicle collection
Benefitting from recent mechanical improvement
The Minerva company, based in Belgium, struck a deal with the Rover Company in 1951, allowing Minerva to build Land Rovers in 'knock down' form under license in their home country. The vehicles were effectively UK-made Land Rover Series I's but with unique Belgian-made steel bodies. The Belgian armed forces used the Minerva Land Rover extensively, with the military versions having specific modifications, such as pintle hooks for towing, blackout lighting, and provisions for fitting radios and other military equipment. This played a crucial role in bolstering Belgium’s post-war military vehicle fleet. The end of the collaboration (in 1956 after some 10,000 vehicles) was reportedly due to multiple factors, including Rover’s decision to set up their own operations and sales network in Belgium.

The Minerva Series I “Blindé” was a bulletproof/armoured version of the Minerva Series I that featured dual semi-circular bulletproof glass screens which protect the driver and front gunner, a bulletproof radiator grille, and 1/4 steel armor plating. Reputedly only 66 were made in total, 36 Blindé Parachute with lighter armament, with the full armoured version, the Blindé Air Commando, of which 30 were produced. The Blindé were also equipped with dual front-mounted machine guns, a single rear-mounted machine gun, a bazooka, and a radio with a wrap-around antenna. They were finished in matte army green and typically carried a front-mounted spare tyre, and a rear cargo rack for jerry cans and other supplies. Very few are known to remain today as many were destroyed or abandoned in the Belgian Congo during the 1960s ‘Congo Crisis’.

Chassis ‘36632396’ was manufactured in 1952 and is one of the thirty fully armoured Blindé Air Commando examples produced. Fully equipped with the original radio, wrap-around aerial, and replica machine guns, it also comes equipped with bonnet mounting equipment (with ingenious spade locating design), and original netting. Imported into the United Kingdom in c.2015, the Minerva resided in a large private collection of Land Rovers and military vehicles from its import until last year, when it was purchased by the vendor. Benefitting from mechanical improvement since the vendor's acquisition, the Minerva has received a new carburettor, engine tuning, electrical attention, and servicing to the engine, gearbox and axle. Supplied with a current V5C document showing just two UK keepers, ‘WXG 256’ is the only Blindé Air Commandos known to be in the United Kingdom, and being the rarest of the two variants produced, with only around 66 in total, this is an exceptionally rare piece of military vehicle history. Potentially ideal for the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings in Normandy later this year too!

For more information, please contact:
Paul Cheetham
paul.cheetham@handh.co.uk
07538 667452

1975 Lamborghini Espada Series III - One of 472 and Owned by the Kuwaiti Royal Family for 20 years

H&H Classics - Classic Car & Motorbike Auctions 2024-02-09 | 13th Mar, 2024 13:00
Imperial War Museum | Duxford, Cambridgeshire

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1 of just 472 Series III Espadas built
Supplied new to the USA complete with automatic transmission
Owned by the Kuwaiti Royal Family for 20 years
Last American custodian was a prominent Lamborghini collector
Over $60,000 spent on recommissioning
Believed never restored
In absolutely lovely condition inside / outside and underneath
Introduced at the 1968 Geneva Salon, the Lamborghini Espada was a true four-seater supercar. Styled by Marcello Gandini of Bertone, it was visually indebted to the carozzeria's previous 'Marzal' and 'Pirana' show cars. A low-slung menacing 'wedge' (actually no longer than a contemporary Ford Mustang), its Giampaolo Dallara honed pressed-steel platform chassis featured all round coil-and-wishbone suspension, Koni dampers, disc brakes and anti-roll bars. Although, the 'quad-cam' Bizzarini 3,929cc V12 was front-mounted and mated to a five-speed manual gearbox, the Espada enjoyed near ideal front to rear weight distribution (52:48). The world's fastest four-seater at some 155mph, it was praised for its handling and ride quality. Debuting at the 1972 Turin Motor Show, the Series III came with power steering and air-conditioning as standard. Boasting 365bhp and 290lbft of torque, it also carried a revised interior, re-jigged rear suspension and uprated brakes. In production at Sant'Agata Bologna for just six years, a mere 472 were supposedly made.

More information and images to follow

For more information, please contact:
Julian Pinkster
julian.pinkster@handh.co.uk
07889 223 904

Lagonda 3 Litre Saloon

H&H Classics - Classic Car & Motorbike Auctions 2024-02-09 | 13th Mar, 2024 13:00
Imperial War Museum | Duxford, Cambridgeshire

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Thought to be one of just 82 survivors from the 266 DB 3 Litres made (two-door, four-door and convertible)
Desirable MkII example with the preferred floor shift gearchange and revised dashboard
Just two owners from new (the first of whom retained it for forty-six years)
Thoroughly recommissioned and resprayed by the vendor following its disinternment from a barn during 2001 but never restored
Subtly uprated with a larger brake servo, overdrive and rear parking sensors and used for a host of UK and European tours
The second Lagonda model of the David Brown / Aston Martin era, the DB 3 Litre debuted in 1953. Underpinned by an evolution of its predecessor’s advanced chassis, the newcomer was equipped with all-round independent suspension, servo-assisted four-wheel drum brakes and rack and pinion steering. Shared with the Aston Martin DB 2/4, the Lagonda DB 3 Litre’s straight-six engine featured double overhead camshafts and hemispherical combustion chambers. Rated at 140bhp and 164lbft of torque and allied to four-speed manual transmission, it endowed the four-seater with a near 110mph top speed and spirited acceleration. Initially available in two-door guise only, as a Fixed Head or Drophead Coupe, the range was broadened to include a four-door saloon for 1954. Notable for a host of detail improvements including a floor-mounted gear shift, the MkII version arrived in early 1955. Production continued for another three years, however, a swingingly high purchase price meant that combined DB 3 Litre sales (across Fixed Head, Drophead and Saloon variants) amounted to just 266 cars of which a mere eighty-two are thought to remain intact.

More information to follow

For more information, please contact:
Damian Jones
damian.jones@handh.co.uk
07855 493737

A highly original 1967 Lamborghini 400GT 2+2

H&H Classics - Classic Car & Motorbike Auctions 2024-02-09 | 13th Mar, 2024 13:00
Imperial War Museum | Duxford, Cambridgeshire

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Believed to be one of the most original 400GT 2+2's in existence, with a highly credible c.27,950 miles from new
Sensational unrestored condition finished in Light Metallic Blue over Tobacco leather
One of four cars converted to right-hand drive by Hooper & Co. on behalf of Mitchell & Britten
Recently recommissioned from a 26 year period of dry storage since laid up after purchase by a highly respected collector in 1998 and from an H&H auction
Documented history since 1971 with only one previous keeper recorded with Green continuation logbook; however reputed to have also been owned by the respected engineer Brian Morgan from new.
Introduced at the March 1966 Geneva Salon alongside the Miura, the Lamborghini 400GT 2+2 was comprehensively upstaged by its mid-engined sibling (a pity because it was the more accomplished and refined car). Derived from that of its 350GTV and 350GT / 400GT predecessors, the front-engined model's tubular steel chassis was designed by Giampaolo Dallara. Boasting all-round independent coil-over suspension, front / rear anti-roll bars, worm and nut steering and four-wheel disc brakes, it endowed the 400GT 2+2 with class leading dynamics. Remarkably self-assured, its Carrozzeria Touring-sculpted steel bodywork was in marked contrast to the Miura's 'look-at-me' Bertone styling. And while both cars shared the same Giotto Bizzarrini conceived 3929cc 'quad-cam' V12 engine, it was the nominal four-seater that was arguably the more rewarding drive. Though, with a reputed 320bhp and 262lbft on tap road testers still found the heavier machine capable of 0-60mph in 6.6 seconds, 0-100mph in 16.0 seconds and 155mph. True to Ferruccio Lamborghini's original goal of making a car that was not only the performance equal of a Ferrari but its superior in refinement and quality terms, the 400GT 2+2 featured a new five-speed manual gearbox (incorporating baulk-ring synchromesh even on reverse) and differential. Manufactured in-house these transmission components replaced ZF and Salisbury units respectively.

Although, the earliest service record on file dates from September 1971 at 6,920 miles, the seller is extremely confident that the current odometer reading of 27,950 miles represents the total covered from new. As well as the exceptionally well preserved, ‘time warp’ interior, the Lamborghini pleasingly retains such fragile details as the original FIAMM stickers on its air cleaners. Examination of the transmission tunnel reveals evidence of where the factory had previously located the handbrake lever (Hooper fabricating a neat cover). Conscious that ‘DFG 9’ was original even down to its windscreen glass, the present owner has enjoyed having it on (essentially) static display as part of his impressive collection for the past twenty-six years. Aside from refreshing the tired paintwork via a bare metal respray which revealed no trace of major corrosion or accident damage, he has had the Borrani wire wheels refurbished and some minor brightwork improved. A highly accomplished engineer, including time served at NASA, the vendor has got the fabulous ‘quad cam’ V12 running to his satisfaction in addition to renewing the clutch and master cylinder. Much of the rest of chassis 01225 would be familiar to anyone who helped assemble it at the Sant Agata factory.

Quite possibly the most original, RHD 400GT 2+2 extant, ‘DFG 9’ is worthy of close inspection and a place in another significant collection. An unrepeatable opportunity to acquire a low owner, low mileage, ‘rare as hen’s teeth’ V12 Lamborghini. Need we say more?

For more information, please contact:
Lucas Gomersall
lucas.gomersall@handh.co.uk
07484 082430

1934 Austin Seven Van

H&H Classics - Classic Car & Motorbike Auctions 2024-01-29 | 13th Mar, 2024 13:00
Imperial War Museum | Duxford, Cambridgeshire

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Genuine Van with correct body numbers, which was supplied new to Maidstone Corporation
Resided in current ownership since 1978
Comprehensively restored between 1990 and 1996 and still presents very nicely
Entered from a small collection of Austin Sevens
The success of the Austin Seven saloon and tourer meant a commercial version was soon available in the form of the light delivery van. Introduced in 1923, original examples featured coachwork by Thomas Startin of Birmingham and came fully equipped with CAV electrics and a self-starter for the price of £180. Original Vans are few and far between now, with many cars having subsequently been converted into vans over the years. A sought-after derivative of the ubiquitous Seven due to its rarity and practicality for shows and events, an Austin Seven Van offers owners a delightful insight into a bygone era when small truly was beautiful.

Chassis number 200931 was manufactured in 1934 as a Seven Van with body number AVH4202 and was supplied new to Maidstone Corporation being registered by Kent Country Council on the 26th of November that year as ‘BKM 703’. The second owners are understood to have been a plumbing firm based in Tunbridge Wells. Purchased as a full restoration project by the vendor in 1978 to enter his small collection of Austin Sevens, the restoration began in 1990. Provided with a comprehensive restoration, the woodwork was fully renewed (with the late coachbuilder John Heath using the vendor's finished woodwork for patterns for his well-regarded vans), the bodywork was restored and finished in the guise of the plumbing firm, the mechanicals overhauled throughout, and the interior refreshed, with the restoration concluding in 1996.

Covering around 500 miles a year since the completion of the restoration, the Seven Van has been serviced annually. Further improved in 2022, when the gearbox was provided a full overhaul, the engine was also decoked and valves ground, with new head gasket and new spark plugs, as well as new steering arm fitted. An attendee at numerous rallies including the Austin Seven centenary in 2022, the Van started readily and ran well during our photography session. Rated by the vendor as ‘very good’ regarding bodywork, paintwork, engine, electrical equipment, and interior trim, and as having an ‘excellent’ gearbox. A charming and nicely presented genuine Van, it is offered with numerous previous MOT certificates, information from Kent County Council on its original owner and a current V5C Registration Document.

For more information, please contact:
Paul Cheetham
paul.cheetham@handh.co.uk
07538 667452

1952 Willys Jeep M38

H&H Classics - Classic Car & Motorbike Auctions 2024-01-29 | 13th Mar, 2024 13:00
Imperial War Museum | Duxford, Cambridgeshire

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Desirable and rare ‘Go-Devil’ engine M38 example
Comprehensively restored between 2008 and 2010 and kept on static display since
Highly original example
Widely regarded as easier to drive and with greater interior space than the MB Jeeps
The immortal Willys Jeep is sometimes described as the vehicle that won WW2, mobilising the allied forces with lightweight, manoeuvrable transport. With its tough and torquey 2.2-litre sidevalve 'Go-Devil' motor coupled to four-wheel drive, it got places that other vehicles could not. In wartime, Willys produced more than 360,000 MB Jeeps and Ford almost 280,000 identical GPWs. Though manufacture of the original type continued for various worldwide armies, the initial design was improved and updated, first as the CJ-2A (for Civilian Jeep) with tailgate, and then as the M38 for the military, built from 1950-52, resembling the wartime Jeep but with more prominent headlamps. Retaining all the attributes of its illustrious predecessor including tough construction, slogging 2199cc ‘Go-Devil’ sidevalve engine (max torque at a diesel-like 2000rpm) and an improved three-speed high/low ratio 2wd/4wd transmission. In 1953 Kaiser purchased Willys-Overland, renaming it the Willys Motor Company, and commissioned the design and manufacture departments to embark on a series of far more civilian-oriented vehicles, as well as launching the overhead valve engined M38 A1 variant.

Full information following shortly.

For more information, please contact:
Paul Cheetham
paul.cheetham@handh.co.uk
07538 667452

1938 Chevrolet Master Deluxe ‘Fangio Coupe’

H&H Classics - Classic Car & Motorbike Auctions 2024-01-18 | £79,500

Rally prepared 'Fangio Coupe', based upon a 1938 South African RHD car
Veteran of two Peking to Paris Motor Challenge events
Described as 'ready-to-go' and eligible for another Peking to Paris race
Some £13,000 spent on mechanical and rally preparation work with Ramsport in 2023

All enquires please call Simon Hope on 07850 390158 or email simon.hope@handh.co.uk

Many late 1930s Chevys will forever be synonymous with the exploits of Juan Manuel Fangio who used a Master 85 Coupe with much success, recording his first race victory on the gruelling 1940 'Gran Premio Internacional del Norte' (the racing legend taking the chequered flag after almost 5,000km and 109 hours of racing).

Chevrolet had spent a staggering $26,000,000 on developing its 1937 line-up. Styled by Jules Agramonte, the incoming models originally sat on strengthened box girder chassis frames and carried wider, roomier all-steel bodies that were some 150lbs lighter - like for like - than their predecessors. Available in either Master or Master Deluxe guises (each range boasting six models apiece) the '37 Chevys outsold their Ford counterparts. Sitting on the same 112.3-inch wheelbase as their forebears the '38 Chevys were visually distinguished by a smart new diecast grille, featuring horizontal rather than vertical bars, which was the work of Franklin Q. Hershey.

Previously a 1938 Chevrolet Master Deluxe 2-door Coupe in South African right-hand drive specification, these cars are often referred to as the ‘Fangio Coupe’. First registered in the UK on 9th November 2009, ‘459 XUR’s’ previous owners in the UK include Mr Clive Dunster, prior to Mr Ed Bathgate of London, who acquired the car on 4th April 2011 before Mr Clint Smith of Tamworth purchased the car on 23rd April 2013. Our vendor has owned and raced the ‘Fangio Coupe’ since that date.

From Clive (Dunster) & Ces’ blog on Blogspot: “The Chevy was acquired in South Africa. It came as a job lot of 3 similar cars, naturally with one very good, one average, and one shocker. After some exchanges of mechanicals, we reduced the number of Chevys to one. Some of the modifications made to the Chevy were as follows: Re-wire, endurance fuel tank, engine re-build, bodywork modifications, suspension upgrades, drive-train re-build, bespoke spares storage system, rally meters, GPS mounting, bespoke exhaust.....” 1938 Chevy does 2010 Peking to Paris: Fugly (the Chevy) (38chevyp2p.blogspot.com)

‘459 XUR’ was originally prepared for long-distance rallying by Rally Preparation Services Limited in Witney and Autosportif, Bicester c.2009/2010. The former, being a specialist not only in pre-war American rally cars but also endurance rally preparation. The original Autosportif rally preparation was estimated to have cost some £140,000, and further to that cost, preparation work has continued in order to maintain its ability to compete on rallies, such as those by HERO-ERA.

The Coupe has finished many events, including:

The Flying Scotsman Vintage Rally 2023

The Peking to Paris 2016

The Vintage Cape Horn Rally 2013

The Flying Scotsman Vintage Rally 2013

The Peking to Paris Rally 2010

The Nile Trail Rally 2009

Fitted with a 5-speed manual transmission and a 3890cc engine (engine number F1220A), the specification includes twin fuel tanks, twin brake systems, a rally pedal box, Brantz timers and rally seats. There is a huge spares package available with the car.

There are invoices on file dating from 2013. In 2013 ‘459 XUR’ had benefitted from some £8,000. This included new axle mounts and rear springs, new shocks, brake fettling, a new exhaust, the seats trimmed, the carburettors rebuilt and a full service carried out. Just last year, from February to April 2023, some £13,000 (invoice on file) was spent with Ramsport. The work involved rally preparation, inspection, servicing, cleaning and fettling. Attention was paid to the brakes and steering and ‘459 XUR’ received a new clutch, engine mounts, new universal joints on the prop shaft, a new throttle linkage, new rear fuel lines along with new master cylinders and body-wise, new inner arch panels.

This ‘ready-to-go’ ‘Fangio Coupe’ is a ‘tried and tested’ long-distance rally car, suitable for Class B - Vintage & Vintageant classes on the Peking to Paris Rally in particular. The 8th Peking to Paris Motor Challenge runs from 18th May to 23rd June 2024 and plans are already afoot for the 2025 event.

1934 Bentley 3.5 Litre Drophead Coupe

H&H Classics - Classic Car & Motorbike Auctions 2024-01-16 | 13th Mar, 2024 13:00
Imperial War Museum | Duxford, Cambridgeshire

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The only example made with this unique body design (3629) with integral luggage space
Fitted with its original Park Ward Coachwork and Peregrine experimental chassis
Current ownership for over 30 years
Supplied new to Leslie Hawkins esq, a businessman of repute from Staffordshire
Offered with a collection of invoices, old MOT certificates and a copy of the chassis card records
Understood to have been extensively restored by Dale Powers Automotive in Florida, USA
It is a sobering thought, that had Rolls-Royce not purchased its financially troubled competitor Bentley in 1931, the world would have been denied the Continental, Turbo R, Mulsanne and countless other iconic models subsequently graced with the 'Flying B'. Of particular loss for many, would have been the coach-built Derby Bentleys manufactured between 1933 and 1939. In the era spanning from 1931 to 1941, Bentley established itself as a manufacturer of exceptional sports cars, renowned for their distinctive character and uncompromising quality. The testing of every component, subjecting them to a rigorous 15,000-mile examination before incorporation into a production car, resulted in a level of engineering integrity that set Derby Bentleys apart. This commitment to precision allowed these vehicles to effortlessly traverse 100,000 miles with minimal servicing, a remarkable feat considering that most contemporaneous cars required major overhauls after just 40,000 miles. Distinctively, all Derby Bentleys were initially provided in chassis form, awaiting the addition of coach-built bodies. This approach not only underscored the bespoke nature of these vehicles but also facilitated a level of personalization and elegance that contributed to their distinct appeal. As a consequence, these cars earned the moniker of 'The Silent Sports Cars,' a testament to their refined engineering and sophisticated design. The combination of robust construction, precision testing, and bespoke craftsmanship elevated Derby Bentleys to a position of prominence among the automotive elite during this significant period in motoring history.

Their chassis was derived from an experimental supercharged 2.75-litre Rolls-Royce (codenamed Peregrine) that never saw the light of day, and power came from a redesigned and tuned version of the company's 20/25 engine, initially of 3.5-litres (3669cc). Fed by a pair of SU carburettors, it drove through a four-speed manual gearbox. The suspension was by semi-elliptic springs all-round and braking by servo-assisted drums. The newcomer was introduced to the public in the appropriate surroundings of Ascot in August of 1933, and production of these 3.5-litre cars continued into 1937; by which time 1,191 examples had been produced. The final year's allocation was manufactured alongside the incoming 4.25-litre (4257cc) version that would ultimately supersede the 3.5-litre one. Coachbuilders and body styles were the preserve of the customer and the following are just a few of the carrozzeria engaged to clothe these fine cars: Park Ward, Barker, Vanden Plas, Gurney Nutting, H.J. Mulliner, Hooper, James Young, Arthur Mulliner and Thrupp & Maberly.

More information to follow:

For more information, please contact:
James McWilliam
james.mcwilliam@handh.co.uk
07943 584760

1960 Bentley S2 Continental Drophead Coupe - Formally owned by Peter Sellers

H&H Classics - Classic Car & Motorbike Auctions 2024-01-16 | 13th Mar, 2024 13:00
Imperial War Museum | Duxford, Cambridgeshire

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1 of just 60 examples made in right-hand drive
Supplied new to L.E. Lawrie Esq of Worthing Sussex during September 1960 and originally finished in Sand with Beige leather upholstery
Purchased by Peter Sellers the following year and believed to have been modified to a 'quad headlamp' visage in 1962 (an appreciable time before Bentley unveiled the so-called 'Chinese Eye' design)
Reputedly retained by Peter Sellers until 1966 and initially looked after by Jack Barclay during his tenure with delivery back post servicing to Beaconsfield and Shepperton Studios etc
Appears to pleasingly retain its original leather upholstery as graced by countless stars
A unique Bentley Continental in terms of both provenance and coachwork
Having caught John P. Blatchley’s eye with a striking Alfa Romeo coupe displayed at the Turin Salon, Norwegian designer Wilhelm Koren joined Rolls-Royce / Bentley’s in-house styling department during 1957. No stranger to the avantgarde, the drophead coupe coachwork that he devised for the upcoming Bentley S2 Continental sported a straight-through wing line, cut-back wheelarches and jet engine-inspired head / tail lights. Conscious that Project Tibet (which evolved into the Silver Shadow) would be deemed equally radical and therefore eager to test the public’s reaction to a more modern Rolls-Royce / Bentley aesthetic, Managing Director Dr Frederick Llewellyn-Smith green-lit Koren’s Design No. 991 for Park Ward.

Debuting at the 1959 Earls’ Court Motor Show alongside its Bentley S2 Standard Steel Saloon and S2 Continental siblings, the luxurious Drophead Coupe further broke with tradition by utilising contemporary aircraft construction techniques (such as an Erco 300-ton stretch press for panel forming and strengthening spot welds etc). Powered by an all-new 6230cc V8 engine allied to four-speed automatic transmission, the newcomer’s Continental features encompassed a taller 2.92:1 (as opposed to 3.08:1) rear axle ratio, inclined steering column, lowered radiator, nigh on 120mph claimed top speed and four (rather than two) shoes for its front drum brakes. While to the interior, Design No. 991 boasted a more driver focused instrument nacelle and front seats that were better suited to spirited driving. A marked success, 125 of the 388 Bentley S2 Continentals made were bodied as Drophead Coupes by Park Ward (60 RHD / 65 LHD). Among the most expensive cars available at the time, Koren’s trendsetter was priced at £8,246 2s 6d for 1960 (or more than the combined cost of a Ferrari 250GT Pininfarina Berlinetta and a Jaguar MK2 3.8 litre Saloon). Sought after on both sides of the Atlantic ocean and further afield, owners included: Sir Giles Guthrie of B.O.A.C (later British Airways), the 10th Viscount Downe, King Hassan II of Morrocco, Prince Moulay Abdullah and Yul Brynner (who apparently bought his with the proceeds of ‘The Magnificent Seven’).

The four-seater’s history file contains numerous receipts covering general service and maintenance work over subsequent years but no evidence of a major restoration. The soft-top and carpets have self-evidently been replaced but otherwise the Bentley is believed to still present ‘very much as the car which Peter Sellers owned’. The upholstery is most likely original and thus has doubtless hosted an array of famous posteriors! Sellers worked with the likes of Orson Welles, Frank Sinatra, Sophia Loren, Peter O’Toole, Stanley Kubrick and his second wife Britt Ekland to name but a few. Housed within the world’s largest collection of Koren-line / ‘Chinese Eye’ Bentley S3 Continentals and Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud IIIs during recent years, chassis BC119AR is now in need of recommissioning and / or restoration. Amazingly, a sister Bentley S2 Continental (chassis BC57AR) underwent a similar ‘quad headlamp’ conversion before starring in ‘The Avengers’ tv series. A unique proposition, being a subtly customised Bentley owned by Sellers while he was arguably at the height of his powers, this fascinating motor car is offered for sale with history file and assortment of memorabilia:

Mounted, signed photograph of Peter Sellers as "Inspector Clouseau"
Original 1963 movie poster for "The Wrong Arm of the Law"
Original 1960 12-inch mono vinyl LP "Best of The Goon Shows, vol. 2"
Original September 1967 issue of ABC Film Review magazine with feature on Peter Sellers in "The Bobo"
Assortment of over two dozen assorted original press cuttings relating to Peter Sellers and covering numerous of his roles
For more information, please contact:
Damian Jones
damian.jones@handh.co.uk
07855 493737