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1972 Lotus Europa Twin Cam

2010-10-04T01:51:00.000-07:00

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Registration Number: KMF 849K Chassis Number: 72041512P First registered on 8th May 1972, chassis 72041512P was completed in the ultra desirable period shade of L13 Pistachio lime green. After seven years in hibernation, the car was recommissioned throughout 2009 and into 2010 with the following new parts supplied: stainless steel exhaust, steering rack, tinted windscreen and trim, crash pad, demister grilles, dashboard end brackets, centre console, complete headlight units and fixings, calliper overhaul kits, top wishbone spindles, wheel bearings, master cylinder, track rod ends, flexible copper brake pipes, water pump and gasket set. At the same time all glass was removed from the body shell along with the interior, bumpers, lighting and chrome and the shell repainted back into its original shade of Pistachio lime green. The complete interior was sent to and re-upholstered by specialist trimmers Weavers of Withington, Herefordshire. Since the completion of this work, the car has also been treated to new adjustable AVO springs and dampers all round, a new AP Racing clutch and a full service. Presented in generally very good condition throughout, new twin Spyder fuel tanks were fitted back in 1991. It is offered with an extensive history file, MoT certificate valid until February 2010 and UK road tax exemption. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a sought after Twin Cam Europa (with all the electrics working!) finished in perhaps the best possible colour.

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1976 Lotus Elan

2010-10-04T01:45:00.000-07:00

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Registration Number: KOM 371E Chassis Number: 36-6985 Launched at the 1962 London Motor Show, at the Elan’s heart was a rigid backbone chassis so good that it has formed the basis of all Lotus models since. Independent suspension under a light and outstandingly pretty GRP body ensured nimble handling with racing car feel and responses, while soft springing also provided an excellent ride - a combination allowing the Elan numerous track successes in little modified form; brakes were disc all round with centre-lock wheels. The engine, initially 1,498cc but soon increased to 1,558cc, was a four cylinder twin-cam unit; breathing through either twin Weber 40DCOE or twin Dellorto carburettors, it produced 105bhp at 5,500rpm and, via a close ratio gearbox, powered the diminutive Elan to 112mph and 0-60mph in 9 seconds. For November 1964 the S2 Elan appeared with larger front brake callipers, revised rear lights and full width wood fascia, while the fixed-head S3 followed in October ‘65 and the 115bhp S4 in March 1969. The example on offer here was fully rebuilt in the early 1990s for competition purposes, with the installation of a roll bar along with a full engine rebuild, a replacement powder-coated chassis and a full respray in sprint colours. Described as being in good to excellent condition throughout, this Elan comes complete with a history file containing old MoT certificates and bills for various work carried out over the years, as well as current V5 and MoT certificate valid until April 2011. An excellent opportunity to acquire an entry-level competition car, this little Elan is sure to bring its new owner a lot of enjoyment.

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1993 Jaguar XJ220

2010-10-03T07:29:00.000-07:00

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It was at the 1988 British Motor Show that the sensational Jaguar XJ220 concept prototype was first revealed to the public, a lightweight two-seater with a mid-mounted V12 engine designed as a modern day successor to the XJ13 sports-racing prototype of 1966. With a 6.2 litre, quadruple overhead camshaft, four valve per cylinder, 500bhp motor developed by Tom Walkinshaw Racing, an FF Developments four wheel drive system and an immense but svelte bonded aluminium body designed by Keith Helfets clothing an aluminium/honeycomb monocoque, it was the ultimate supercar, a limited edition, 200mph plus piece of pure automotive sculpture - the 220 part of the name denoted the targeted top speed - that the following year would be officially given a price tag of no less than £361,000. Predictably, orders and the mandatory £80,000 deposits flooded in from all corners of the world. When the production version was shown to the public in October 1991, however, there were significant mechanical changes compared to the prototype of three years earlier, the V12 having been substituted by an also TWR-developed, twin turbocharged, four overhead camshaft, four valve per cylinder engine. Producing an impressive 549bhp at 7,000rpm and 473lb.ft at 4,500rpm, the now slightly shorter XJ220 proved more than capable of reaching its target maximum speed: in 1992 at the Italian Nardo test track Formula One and sportscar ace Martin Brundle recorded 212.3mph around the banking in standard trim and 217.1mph with the catalytic converters disconnected, the latter speed equivalent to 223mph on a straight road. Combined with 0-60mph acceleration in a brutal 3.5 seconds the XJ220 was indisputably the fastest road car on the planet, and thanks to racing developed inboard wishbone suspension and huge ventilated disc brakes with four piston callipers, it held the road beautifully and stopped equally as well. Production of the car began the following year at a purpose-built factory at Bloxham in Oxfordshire with the first cars delivered in July to, amongst other well known names, Elton John and the Sultan of Brunei. Although production numbers for the exclusive Jaguar had been set at a maximum of 350, ultimately just 281 examples of what remains one of the most desirable cars in the world were ever built. Described by the vendor as being in superb condition throughout, this left hand drive example of Jaguar’s classic supercar is finished in its original Le Mans Blue with grey leather interior and has completed just 2000 km from new, making it one of the best XJ220s available on the open market. With a build date of 14th December 1992, it was delivered new to Germany on 17th February 1993. More recently the car has benefitted from a full service including a new clutch by XJ220 specialists Don Law. Complete with original tool kit and an MOT certificate valid until November 2010, this is a rare opportunity to acquire a superb example of this legendary supercar, ready to be enjoyed for a fraction of the original price.

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1989 Daimler DS420 Limousine Landaulette

2010-10-03T07:24:00.000-07:00

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Registration Number: G690 XTN Chassis Number: SAJDWATL3AA201259 The DS420 began production in 1968, replacing the DR450 which had been based on the Majestic Major. Unlike its predecessor, it had no Daimler engineering, but was entirely a Jaguar product, utilising the 4.2 litre version of the Jaguar XK straight-six engine. It also replaced the Vanden Plas 4-Litre Princess Limousine, and was initially produced at the Vanden Plas works in Kingsbury, North London. Always hand-made, the DS420 had a fascia very similar to some contemporary (in 1968) Jaguars, particularly the Mark X and 420G, remaining faithful for many years to the old fashioned steering column and to the pencil-thin steering wheel. By 1992 the DS420 was the only model in the Jaguar range still using the XK engine, along with other parts of the drive train and suspension, and although the car still appealed to its traditional customers, production was no longer economic. No direct replacement was produced by Jaguar, although coachbuilders have adapted the Daimler version of the XJ6. The car on offer here is a rare landaulette example, of the type which is often used for weddings and other special occasions. Finished in white with a black leather interior and a wood dashboard, its condition is described by the vendor as excellent throughout. The rear of the car also features a drinks cabinet, making it perfect for special occasions!

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1960 Jaguar MkII 3.8

2010-10-03T07:19:00.000-07:00

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Registration Number: TSL 438 Chassis Number: 202829DN The 2.4 saloon of 1955 had been a major step for Jaguar, marking as it did the change from a coachbuilt chassis to one of unitary construction; it was a necessary move, however, Jaguar being aware there was a strong market for a more compact saloon than the big Mk IX. Powered by a 2,482cc version of the superb twin cam straight six XK engine first seen in the XK120 (which had already achieved four Le Mans victories), the 2.4 offered luxury, performance and value for money. Using coil spring/wishbone front and semi-elliptic spring rear suspension, it possessed fine road manners and proved a great success, both on and off the track, particularly when the Mk I, as it subsequently became known, became available with the 3.4 litre engine in February 1957. It was in October 1959 that the Mk II version appeared, making a good car even better. Similar in appearance but with a much larger glass area, it boasted a wider rear track to improve roadholding together with minor front suspension changes to reduce body roll and all round disc rather than drum brakes. Engine options included the 120bhp 2.4, the 210bhp 3.4 or the 220bhp 3.8 litre. The example on offer here is an early 3.8 litre MkII in the most desirable manual gearbox with overdrive specification. The original engine is fitted and is described by the vendor as being in good condition. A testament to this cars originality is the presence of the often lost or pillaged tool kit in the luggage compartment. The car has undergone a variety of work to maintain and improve its condition and is supplied with the receipts for many new parts that have recently been fitted and a JDHT heritage certificate. Presented in black with a red interior, this Jaguar is used on a regular basis and according to the vendor has been extremely reliable. With a MoT certificate valid until February 28th 2011, on offer is an opportunity to acquire a good usable classic Jaguar in a desirable specification.

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1994 Jaguar XJR 15 Sport

2010-09-29T00:24:00.000-07:00

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Registration Number: EU Registered Chassis Number: 50 Almost all the truly great classic cars share a single characteristic: they are racing cars which can be driven on the road - it‘s what connects a Mercedes-Benz 300SL to a Ford GT40, a Blower Bentley to a Ferrari GTO, and a Jaguar D-Type to an Alfa Monza. Over the past few years we have seen a good many so-called ‘supercars‘ appear on the scene. Most of them have been extremely impressive, with advanced technical specifications and beautiful bodywork, but they will never be great classics. They are like warriors in a time of peace, they may be in superb trim, and brilliant in exercises, but they will never know how good they really are. Being a road test team‘s favorite is not quite like winning Le Mans. From the plethora of exotic and highly desirable machinery which has emerged over the past few years, one car stands out, the Jaguar XJR-15. When Tom Walkinshaw Racing announced the car in 1990, it was as a racing car built for a new series called the Intercontinental Challenge. And so indeed it was, but it was also built to be road legal, with sensible ground clearance, bumpers, and traffic indicators. It was a car for both the race track and the road and since it has been designed as such from the beginning, it was equally competent in either environment. It also had pedigree, for it was a developed version of the Jaguar XJR-8. In 1988 the XJR-8 had a spectacular season taking wins at Jarama, Monza, Silverstone, Brands Hatch and Fuji, and won the Group C World Team Championship for TWR and Jaguar, giving Martin Brundle the Drivers‘ Championship. More important than any of these, however, it took Jaguar once more to victory at Le Mans after a break of over thirty years. TWR took the XJR-8 and, without losing the essential integrity of either its carbonfibre and Kevlar monocoque, or its V12 engine, completely re-engineered the concept from stem to stern. It was not a redesign; it retained the broad mechanical specification of the Le Mans winner - its 525bhp normally aspirated six litre engine, for example, remained a stressed member which carried the rear suspension and six-speed gearbox - but it was rethought in terms of its new role. The greatest departure was the body, which was the work of Peter Stevens. He created a style which is aerodynamically efficient, distinctively Jaguar and, by common consent, the most beautiful of all the ‘supercars‘. Some of the current crop of supercars are actually at their best when parked outside a casino or an exclusive restaurant. By contrast the XJR-15 follows the XJR-14, the car that gave Jaguar and Teo Fabi the 1991 World Championships. It is part of Jaguar‘s competition series - unlike the XJ220, which is merely a six cylinder road car. In 1991 the XJR-15 demonstrated that it was worthy of the designation when it formed the basis of the most exclusive one-marque racing series in history. The XJR-15 is a Le Mans winner built for the road, yet equally at home on the track. You have to go back to the 1960s to meet its equivalents. ‘Just like a Ferrari 250LM,’ said one seasoned observer after watching the XJR-15 in action at Monaco, ‘the thing looks bloody good from any angle.’ This fine example is chassis number 50, the last of the 50 cars built, the first 30 cars being race cars and the last 20 being road versions. First registered in 2000, it has covered just 680 miles from new and is road legal with German registration papers. Finished in British Racing Green metallic with a black and grey leather interior, the car has had two owners from new and has never been raced. A rare chance for the Jaguar collector!

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1963 Jaguar C-Type Recreation

2010-09-29T00:18:00.000-07:00

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Registration Number: 291 VTX Chassis Number: 164623DN William Lyons, the founder of Jaguar, was not interested in motor racing as a sport, but motor racing as a marketing tool was a different matter, provided it did not cost too much. That is why all Jaguar competition cars had production components but it is also why they were listed as production cars which could be ordered from, and serviced by, any Jaguar dealer. Shortly before the 1951 Le Mans race Jaguar unveiled its challenger; its official designation was the XK120C (Competition), but it became known as the C-Type and the name stuck. Under the sleek skin was a 210 bhp engine (even on the poor-quality fuel available) with modified cams, lighter fly-wheel, bigger valves, improved porting, and larger carburettors. The C-Type was designed specifically to win Le Mans and it did so first time out in the hands of Peter Walker and Peter Whitehead. C-Types were offered in production form at £1,495 plus tax and 47 of these were made, plus six works cars. It was the ultimate road car of its day and the first three World Champions, Farina, Fangio and Ascari, all bought examples for road use. The example on offer here today was built by Realm Engineering of Worcestershire, who shot to fame after constructing the RAM Cobra – the only Cobra replica ever to be granted the personal approval of Caroll Shelby himself. Constructed from a 1963 MkII donor vehicle, all relevant parts have been refurbrished or renewed where necessary, creating a virtually new car. Finished in Midnight Blue with grey leather trim and navy blue carpet, the car is described as being in excellent condition throughout. The vendor describes the workmanship of the vehicle to be of a very high standard, and indeed the car was the category award winner at the South Wales Classic Car Show earlier this year. Complete with V5 document and an MoT certificate valid until April 2011, the car falls under the road tax exemption for historic vehicles. With genuine C-Types now fetching prices in excess of $2.5 million, this represents a chance to acquire a superb ready-to-drive replica of this milestone of Jaguar engineering for a fraction of the cost.

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1947 Jaguar Mk IV 3.5 Litre Saloon

2010-09-28T02:09:00.000-07:00

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Registration Number: HSL 388 Chassis Number: 611080 The 1945-1948 Jaguar Mark IV, Jaguar‘s first cars after World War II are essentially continuations of the 1938-39 models. Most were four-door saloons and shared the same bodyshell, but the 1.5 Litre model rode a six-inch shorter whe elbase and had a four- instead of six-cylinder engine. The first car to bear the legendary Jaguar name, SS being dropped for marketing reasons after the war, the Mk.IV Jaguar is felt by many to be the epitome of 1930’s British car design. Large chrome head lamps, running boards, leather interior, French polished wood and suicide doors for ease of access. High-quality interior furnishings included a traditional wood dash and top speed for the 1.5 Litre was about 70 mph; the 3.5 Litre could reach just over 90 mph. This fine example was believed to have been exported directly to Australia with a plate on the bulkhead bearing the name ‘Brylaw Motors, Melbourne’, along with other information supplied by the Jaguar Heritage Trust. Early history of the car is vague but it is believed the car was barely driven and was kept in dry storage in Melbourne. The car was acquired in 1981 by an English gentleman in Sydney, where he kept it for 14 years before returning to the UK with the car in 1994. The Jaguar covered 5,000 miles while with him in Australia and a further 1,000 miles in the UK. The current mileage reading is 84,100 which is believed to be genuine. Restoration of the car commenced in 2003 with the initial intention of a light respray; 6 years later and many thousands of pounds and man hours later the Jaguar was finished. The work consisted of a bare metal restoration of the chassis, running gear and bodywork with all panels removed. All mechanical components were checked for wear and a new wiring loom installed. Brakes were completely overhauled with new brake linings all round, all interior woodwork was restored in walnut and interior upholstery completely renewed in red hide, and all window glass and chrome work was replaced. The car sits on new Brockley tyres and the tool tray in the rear boot compartment has almost been completely ‘reflocked’ as original. The car is supplied with a Jaguar Heritage Trust Certificate which confirms it was produced on 1st April 1947 and sold directly to the export market on 25th April. Also supplied is a V5 document, an MoT certificate valid until September 2010 and an original service manual. This fine vehicle is in exceptional condition and you would be hard pressed to find a similar example of what is perhaps the finest Jaguar ever made in such good order.

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1969 Jaguar 420G

2010-09-28T02:03:00.000-07:00

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Registration Number: CBY 455G Chassis Number: 91D55946B The voluptuous Mk X, introduced in 1961, was the first of a new generation of Jaguar saloons that were far more technically advanced than previous models. One of the main distinguishing features was the use of Jaguars new independent rear suspension system. This new suspension, which combined a more comfortable ride with excellent handling, was quite ingenious in design, using the drive shafts as the top links in a wishbone configuration. In 1966 the 420G model was introduced offering a number of improvements, performance increased with the new 4.2 litre version of the long lived straight six that first appeared in the XK120 of 1948. This time it put out 245bhp, 25 more than the 3.8S could manage. There were a number of other refinements not least of all the Marles Varamatic power steering system. Indeed in retrospect with its more modern front end styling one can see how this model neatly bridges the gap between the essentially Mark 2 based cars that preceded it and the XJ range that was to follow. So in many ways the 420G offers the best of both worlds, in combining cool sixties style with modern comfort and usability and a whole lot more stylish than other saloons from the period. Manufactured in 1969 this particular 420G is finished in blue and has undergone a full restoration will bills in excess of £30,000. Documents and invoices show the restoration work was carried out by various marque specialists. Also supplied is a V5 document and old MoT certificates. As one would expect, the car is now described as being in excellent condition throughout and one would be hard pushed to find a better example of this usable iconic 60s saloon.

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1974 Jaguar E-Type (XKE) Series 3

2010-09-20T03:04:00.000-07:00

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This is a beautiful open two-seater roadster with just under 21,000 original miles. It has been with the current owner for the last 5 years and was purchased from the previous owner who owned the car for 18 years, having bought it from the original owner. It has been lovingly maintained and protected from the elements. Since 1987, it has been repainted once in its original Old English White color. All of the suspension parts have been refurbished and CAD plated. The valve train has been overhauled completely including new cam housings and resurfaced heads. The motor has never been pulled. The brakes are in excellent condition. Apart from this, everything else on the car is original including the convertible top and interior. The car has the original hardtop to match. The seats and headrest have been repadded but the original leather still covers them and is excellent condition. The air conditioning works perfectly as does the original radio and Kienzle clock.

It has been shown many times in JCNA sanctioned events in both driven and champion classes. It has won many awards and at its last show it scored 998.2 points out of 1,000. Due to its originality and excellent condition this car is a real time machine and marks the end of production for the E-Type Jaguar. Of over 6,000 of the LHD open two-seaters manufactured, this vehicle was number 5,993, close to the end of production. This vehicle was listed at xkedata.com (VIN# UE1S 25994) by the previous owner.

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1961 Bentley SII Drophead Coupe

2010-09-19T02:54:00.000-07:00

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Registration Number: 7 FGT Chassis Number: B402CU The advent of the Bentley Continental with modern styling made the contemporary R-Type look distinctly dated. Something beyond a facelift was required. The resulting S-Type was launched in 1955 to much acclaim, the standard Park Ward body being much greater in size and grandeur compared to the preceding car. There were three phases of this model resulting in the final S3 series and a number of mechanical changes were introduced over this period. The S2 Continental was developed from the S1 on the same chassis, using the aluminium 6¼ litre V8 engine in place of the old 6 cylinder 4,887cc unit which had been phased out in 1959. Automatic transmission, power steering and servo brakes combined to make a superb grand touring car. The S2 is especially significant in really being the final opportunity for coachbuilders to show their full creative ability, as shortly afterwards H J Mulliner and Park Ward amalgamated and with the exception of the Flying Spur, coach-built bodies available on the S3 model were rather bland and featureless compared with what had gone before Featuring an attractive original drophead body style, chassis B402CU was originally delivered in 1961 to Sir John Moores, who at the time was one of the wealthiest men in Britain after founding the Littlewoods chain of clothing stores. Moores originally founded Littlewoods in 1932 as a mail-order store, with the first high street branch appearing in 1937. A lifelong resident of Liverpool, Moores became Chairman of Everton Football Club in June 1960, and the next year famously sacked then-manager Johnny Carey in the back of a taxi. In 1970, he was awarded the Freedom of the City of Liverpool, and ten years later he was to receive a knighthood. Moore’s influence in the area remains strong to this day, and just a year before he passed away in 1993, Liverpool Polytechnic was renamed Liverpool John Moores University in his honour after being awarded University status. Special options included in the car’s original specification included a radio, Rolls-Royce electric windows, Dunlop tubeless tyres, electric aerial and a heavy-gauge frame. Restored some ten years, ago, the car resided in the USA until recently, and is in excellent running order. Resplendent in Shell Grey with a matching grey leather interior, this stunning Bentley has a very special heritage and would make a fine addition to any collection.

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1970 Ferrari 365 GT 2+2

2010-09-17T00:58:00.000-07:00

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Lot 135 Registration Number: EU Registered Chassis Number: 11443 With the intention of competing in the worldwide luxury car market, Ferrari introduced the totally new 365 GT 2+2 at the Paris Salon in October 1967. It bore a strong resemblance to both the 330 GTC Special built for Belgium‘s Princess de Rethy and to the famous 500 Superfast;The car was a technical triumph. It was the first 2+2 Ferrari to have four wheel independent suspension, which also featured a hydro-pneumatic self levelling system. Power steering and air conditioning were standard, whilst excellent insulation from noise and vibration was achieved by stabilising the engine, gearbox and rear axle casing in one unit and mounting it all at four points on special rubber bushes. The engine itself was the new Type 245, with a displacement of 4.4 litres, single overhead camshafts and three Weber carburettors, producing 320bhp at 6,600rpm. And with such an output the car was indeed no slouch, being capable of 152mph and 0-60mph and 0-120mph in 7.2 and 26.2 seconds respectively. During its three year production life only 800 examples of the 365 GT 2+2 were built, yet it is regarded as one of Ferrari‘s most successful luxury models ever made. Its everlasting good looks, effortless performance and remarkable practicality make it an excellent choice for the Ferrari collector. ;This fine and matching numbers 365 has had just three owners from new and the mighty V12 engine has just been rebuilt by a German Ferrari specialist. 11443 is strikingly presented in silver with contrasting black leather interior and comes with German registration papers. A highly usable and practical yet classic Ferrari and surely an opportunity in the current market.

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2004 Mercedes-Benz SL600 Brabus V12

2010-09-16T01:14:00.000-07:00

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Registration Number: BW53 ECT Chassis Number: WDB2304762F075328 A fully equipped SL600 is ordered from Mercedes-Benz and is sent to Brabus factory where the engine is removed and completely stripped down. Cylinders are bored to 83mm and a special crankshaft is ordered, steel conrods and Mahle pistons are fitted to increase capacity from 5 litres to 6.3. With new engine management and new camshafts plus a few other tweaks power increases to 640bhp at a cost of 27,000. Due to the increase in power and torque, (757lb ft) a new gearbox is fitted along with an oil cooler in order to get the performance to the wheels without causing damage. Described as being in excellent condition and with only 2 owners from new, this rare Brabus is number 11 of a total run of 40 cars and offers superb value for money considering that just six years ago this car was sold in the region of 150,000. As you would expect with a top of the line Mercedes it is fitted with all the toys including sat nav, panoramic roof, heated electric memory massage seats, TV, electric windows etc. Finished in silver with a tan hide interior, this car offers Ferrari beating exclusivity and Ferrari beating performance with a 0-60 time of 4.3 seconds and limited to 190mph. Supplied with a V5 document, an MoT certificate valid until June 2011 and a service book with 5 Mercedes stamps, this car has covered a mere 72,000 miles from new. With only 40 of these cars made worldwide, the SL600 Brabus is a rare car indeed and offers all the performance of a supercar with the reliability and subtlety of a Mercedes-Benz, as well as the practicality of a coupe and flamboyance of a convertible. Evidently this is a very well prepared and maintained car which in todays market represents an excellent opportunity to enter the rarefied supercar club.

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1935 Jensen Ford Shooting Brake

2010-09-15T01:44:00.000-07:00

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Registration Number: CPG 324 Chassis Number: C18RE3233 A total of perhaps 30 Jensen-Fords were built including this exceptionally rare Shooting Brake. This vehicle is believed to be the only remaining one of its kind and used the same chassis and running gear as used on the Jensen-Ford convertible. The Shooting Brake was a car for the country estate, used by land owners and gamekeepers wishing to have enough room for their guns and to collect shooting parties from the train station. Built in 1935 by the Jensen Brothers on a Ford 48 chassis with Ford running gear, this vehicle is all original with the exception of new floors, re upholstered interior and wiring. CPG 324 was known by the Jensen owners club over 20 years ago and an offer was made to the elderly lady owner to purchase the car, but was sold to a non member in 1983. The car then disappeared until it was discovered by the current owner in 2001 and was restored over a two year period where the vendor took time off from his day job to finish the work. With the work lovingly completed, the car is described as being in good condition throughout and finished in green with a red interior. The current owner uses the car regularly, including for a number of European trips, has been invited to the prestigious Essen classic car show in Germany and in 2004 was a main four page feature in Classic and Sports Car magazine detailing the cars history and restoration process. With a big 3.6 litre flathead V8 under the bonnet and in good condition all round, this rare and unique car is supplied with a V5 document and current MoT certificate.

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1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia Spyder 101

2010-09-14T04:15:00.000-07:00

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Registration Number: OEU 739 Chassis Number: 583070 At its birth in 1954, the Alfa Romeo Giulietta was given a "750" series number, which denoted the coupes, convertibles, and sedans with a 1290cc engine and four-speed transmission. The lightweight, high-performance Veloce models retained this number, though it had many specific components that did not interchange with those fitted to normal Sprint coupes and Spider convertibles. During 1959, a new model, designated "101," was announced. At this time, the Spider‘s wheelbase was lengthened and a few cosmetic changes were made to the exterior: Convertibles adopted non-opening door vent windows, coupes added a fine egg-crate texture to the centre and side grilles, and both gained larger tail-lights. The example on offer here has been used sparingly since it was fully restored and recommissioned in 2007, during which time it was subjected to a full bare metal respray in its original colour of Azzuro Chairo, with new matching carpets and new chrome. Other works carried out included new wheels with new Firestone tyres, a new tonneau cover, and a thoroughly overhauled braking system. The car also comes complete with an exhaustive history file, including 22 years of past MoT certificates, receipts for works carried out, original driver’s handbook, parts book and Alfa Romeo club magazines dating back to the 1960s.

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1947 Bristol 401 Sports Saloon Prototype

2010-09-13T03:08:00.000-07:00

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Registration Number: TML 165 Chassis Number: 401/217 H.J Aldingtons admiration for Italian coach building skills was such, that he persuaded the joint board of AFN Ltd to place short run contracts with both Pininfarina and Touring, to build bodies on Bristol chassis. In Italy, a short run would consist of a total of six complete cars, this number being the minimum to make the project viable. Bristol has invested a great deal of time and money in this project, matching Touring’s light weight "Superleggera” concept with Bristol’s own experience in aerodynamics. Unfortunately the original idea for commissioning Touring to build 200 cars fell through; it was a design way ahead of its time and is regarded as a Bristol masterpiece. In the end and only six were produced with one dismantled by Bristol in order to observe the construction technique. TML 165 is one of the six Touring bodied cars produced and was first registered on 11th February 1949 as stated by its former owner Stefan Cembrowicz in Bristol Cars. TML 165 was beautifully hand crafted by artisans using hand tools in a complete contrast to the Bristol production models which were built and designed to aircraft standards. TML 165 has fallen into disrepair over the years but is the perfect project which will offer the buyer an up close and rare insight into the Superleggera construction methods that have made Touring such a famous carrozzeria. Most of the body work is complete and finding a Superleggera body in a condition ready to be restored is not to be missed. With a total of 12 Pininfarina Bristol’s produced, anyone seeking a practical and yet very rare Bristol, this Touring would be well worth considering.

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1972 MGB Roadster

2010-09-12T13:16:00.000-07:00

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Lot 155 Registration Number: EU Registered Chassis Number: GHN 52803316G Designed in-house at MG, with final styling by Farina, the new MG B was launched at the 1962 Earls Court Motor Show. Its appeal was instant, offering a huge increase in interior space while having overall dimensions less than those of the MGA. Capacity was enlarged from 1,622cc to 1,798cc. Via twin SU carburettors it developed a respectable 94bhp at 5,400rpm and 1071b ft at 3,500rpm which, allied to a four speed gearbox, allowed the handsome new MG to achieve 0-60mph in 11.4 seconds and a top speed of 105mph. The rest is, as they say, history, as the MG B went on to become the most popular English sports car. XUN 460K was first registered new on the 15th of May 1972. It remained with the same careful enthusiast owner for more than 30 years, during which time it has been subject of a comprehensive restoration, including the fitting of a new MGB engine approximately 9,000 miles ago. Finished in Tartan red and fitted with chrome wire wheels and overdrive on third and fourth gears, it has full and half tonneau cover, black leather seats piped red with matching carpets and a wood-rimmed Moto-Lita steering wheel. As a result, the car is being described by the vendor, a long-time MG enthusiast and collector, as in excellent condition throughout. The car has taken part in many MG Car Club and MG Owners Club events over the years and the plaques of these events are included with the vehicles details. The car has a current MoT certificate valid until the 10th of February 2011 and is classified as a Historic Vehicle which means that it is not subject to Road Tax in the United Kingdom. A large folder containing the car’s history, including MGB manuals, old tax discs, MoT certificates and invoices come with the car. For additional peace of mind for the buyer the car has just had a fresh service and a new battery has been fitted. Try to find a better one!

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1969 Rolls Royce Mulliner Park Ward Coupe

2010-09-11T00:42:00.000-07:00

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Lot 307 Registration Number: KVR 43G Chassis Number: CRH 5107 It was in 1965 that all Bentley and Rolls-Royce saloons became unitary-construction 4-door saloons, sold either as the Bentley T Series or Rolls-Royce Silver Shadows. Although both model types had a number of coach built variations from both James Young and HJ Mulliner Park Ward, it was the later that really caught the public eye upon its launch and was assembled and finished in London at Mulliner Park Ward. Hand built by Mulliner in 1969, this handsome coupe is supplied with a comprehensive history file containing many bills and invoices and ownership expenditure from new which is evident in the cars overall condition. Recent work included a new gearbox in 2003, radiator in 2006 and a Harvey Bailey suspension and brake overhaul in 2007, plus new tyres and a further brake overhaul in 2009, new water pump and electrics in 2010. Also contained in the history file is the original service booklet, original handbook, original sales and service book, V5 document, buff log book, hand written maintenance record from 1969 until April 2010; showing a total mileage of approximately 91,000 miles, copy of build sheets, bills from P&A Wood and specialist Stewart Walker Ltd, old MoT certificates and a current item valid until October 2010. One of the last coach built Rolls-Royce’s, this example is resplendent in Seychelles blue with a blue hide interior and an elegant motor car for all occasions.

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1975 BMW 2002

2010-09-11T00:35:00.000-07:00

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Lot 304 Registration Number: LUW 993P Chassis Number: 4270899 Powered by BMWs celebrated four-cylinder M10 engine, the 2002 models featured fully independent suspension and front disc brakes. Sharing little in common with the rest of the line beyond power train, the sporty siblings caught auto enthusiasts attention and established BMW as an international brand. Precursors to the famed BMW 3 Series, the two-doors success cemented the firms future as an upper tier performance car maker. With only three owners from new this well maintained BMW is supplied with a fully documented history including photos of restorative work carried out, all MoT certificates back to 1985 and bills from BMW gurus Jaymic detailing an engine rebuild and other works at a cost of in excess of 10,000. This example is particularly rare as BMW only made 1,240 right hand drive automatic versions from 1973-75 out of a total run of 3,400. Factory options on this car include an electric sunroof and windows and a leather interior. Included in the history file are the original wallet with original owners handbook, dealer list, service booklet and warranty card, a V5 document and old tax discs. With BMW reliability, large parts availability and a good network of specialists, this rare BMW has all the correct option boxes ticked and is perfect for classic city driving or as a first foray into classic motoring.

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1962 Bizzarrini Ex Giotto

2010-09-07T05:00:00.000-07:00

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Chassis no: IA3-0332 Price: Refer Department Giotto Bizzarini's name is a well-known and greatly respected one in Italian sports car history. By the time of his 26th birthday he had already worked as a designer for Alfa Romeo, before progressing to Ferrari where he had been Project Director for the immortal 250 GTO. In 1962 he set up his own firm, Prototipi Bizzarini Srl, in Livorno, where as the name implies he concentrated upon freelance prototype design work. One of the fruits of this business was his involvement with Ferruccio Lamborghini's new company, where he led the team that created the first Lamborghini power plant, the V-12, 4 cam engine that was to be the mainstay of the marque's success, through the 350GT and 400GT to the great Miura and on. Like many a great designer working within set guidelines and limits, though, Bizzarini was impatient to put his signature to a car that could be produced from top to bottom exactly as he wished, using the latest technology and without the restrictions imposed by boards of directors and marketing men. Bizzarini had always been drawn to racing cars - they were what he knew best. Likewise he had recently been involved in the Grifo venture with Iso, which had included running a couple of prototypes at Le Mans, and he had obviously been impressed by the rugged reliability and effortless power of the American V8 engines that he had fitted in them. These factors were strongly reflected in the specification of this new 5300 GT 'Stradale' ('roadgoing' in Italian). In fact there wasn't that much 'Stradale' about the car. The engine was a front mounted 5,354cc V8 unit, tuned to produce a formidable 365bhp. A sturdy 4-speed all-synchromesh gearbox was used, as were massive servo-assisted disc brakes all round and a de Dion back axle, available with varying ratios. The coachwork, designed by Bertone, was a truly stunning and extremely low two-seater berlinetta of dramatic proportions. Such was the balance of the design that it was not immediately apparent whether the car was front or mid-engined. With a drag co-efficient of only 0.3CD, and a near perfect weight distribution of 48%/52% F/R, it incorporated all that Bizzarini had learnt and wished for in previous ventures, and to this day has lost nothing of its initial impact. Chassis 0332 played a significant role in the development of the model. Much of the development of the Stradale specification was originaly tested on this car throughout it's early life. Originally built in 1965, the car became the company's test and development 'mule', a role it fulfilled over a three year period, during which all the racing developments that were introduced to the road car specification were productionised on this chassis. These developments will have encompased everything from engine and braking developments to suspension settings to interior layout and trim changes. As with any race bred development programme, the number of miles covered in establishing the optimum performance settings from all the different systems on the car will have been extensive, with improvments in one area leading to work to improve other aspects to cope, as more and more performance was extracted from the basic design, until the ultimate final specification was reached. When production ceased in 1968 Bizzarini retained the car himself, and had it converted to the latest specification, incorporating the production variations of all the development work the car had been involved in over the previous years. It was in this specification that Bizzarrini retained the car for the next three decades. In 1997 the car was purchased directly from Giotto Bizzarini by a well known British historic racing driver who entrusted the car to Steven Griswald's noted Italian race car preparation buisness for preparation for use in International Historic GT events, in which the 5300 model is so competative. The result of this rebuild is a car which has been a regular front runner in pre '66 endurance and sports racing events in recent years, regularly finishing in the top three places of these competitive and closely fought events. As well as being one of the most advanced designs from the period, the Bizzarini is also one of the most reliable, a factor so important in long distance races. The combination of the reliability of the hugely powerfull V8 engine with the robust chassis design by one of the foremost designers of the day make for a very attractive package both on paper and on the track. Though currently in racing trim, the car is registered for use on the road in the UK, and with simple modifications could easily be returned to this specification, resulting in a truly fabulous and exciting entry into any number of touring events around the world. Supplied with FIA papers as well as copies of documents from Giotto Bizzarini himself confirming his extended period of ownership of the car, this unique, highly sought after and compative competition 5300 remains a formidable historic GT car. In recent years the car has been driven at the Coys Historic festival, at the Silverstone Historic festival and in the Dijon 3 hour race. With its perfect historical origins, it is ideally suited for all historic GT events whether they be sprint format or endurance.

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1991 Porsche C26S

2010-09-06T08:38:00.000-07:00

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Registration no: N/A Chassis no: C02-02 Price: Refer Department Among the French race car manufacturers that have set their sights on victory in the Le Mans 24 Hours, Courage Competition is one that has come tantalisingly close to achieving its aim. Founder Yves Courage, a very successful hillclimber between 1973 and 1980 in Formula Two machinery, had also entered three Le Mans races from 1977 to 1979 with Porsches and a Chevron-BMW but he failed to finish any. Then, in 1981, it all came good, Courage winning his class in a Lola T298-BMW, and this spurred him into building his own sports-prototype for the new, Group C, World Endurance Championship of 1982. The appropriately Le Mans-based team produced the Cougar C01, an excellently engineered, lightweight machine with aluminium/honeycomb monocoque designed by Marcel Hubert, who had penned Alpine-Renault's 1978 24 Hours winner; but the Cosworth DFL-powered car failed to finish. For his second attempt with his own car at Le Mans in 1983, Courage again failed to finish with an updated Cougar C01B and he suffered a similar fate the following year. A result finally came in 1985 with the turbocharged 2.6 litre, Porsche 956-engined C12, albeit 20th place, then a highly promising third with the 2.8 litre C20 in 1987. It remained Courage's highest placing until 1994 - the previous season, incidentally, saw Courage replace Cougar as the marque name - and the team would have to wait until 1995 to achieve its second place with the C32. There have been wins elsewhere and Courage continues, with its own and customer cars, to strive for that elusive Le Mans victory. Acquired in 2002 by the vendor, entrepreneurial businessman and keen racer Mike Jankowski - and founder and owner of Creation Autosportif which runs two front-running LMP1 class Creation-Judd chassis in the Le Mans Series - from the Le Mans Museum, chassis C02-02 is the second Cougar ever built out of a total of just some 11 chassis. Fitted with a Cosworth DFL V8 engine it was first entered in the C1 class by main sponsor Primagaz at Le Mans in 1984 where, driven by Courage/Michel Dubois/John Jellinek, it retired with oil pump failure after 153 laps. The same year it was also rented to Budweiser Racing/John Jellinek for a couple of races in the IMSA Championship in America, and in 1986 it was temporarily sold to America where it was modified and renamed a JRE-SR71 before returning to Courage Competition. The car then served as a back-up works car until 1988, by which time it had evolved into a C12, before running in the C2 class at Le Mans the same year, again entered by Primagaz; driven by Max Cohen-Olivar/Patrick de Radigues it took the flag but was not classified having only covered 273 laps after long delays. Chassis C02-02's next appearance in the 24 Hours was the following year where it returned to the C1 class as a C22LM with Porsche 962 power and Porsche transaxle; it again encountered ill fortune when Patrick Gonin/Bernard de Dryver/Bernard Santal retired after 168 laps with an electronics failure. The car's final contemporary Le Mans outing came in 1991 as a C26S, powered by a 2.8 litre Porsche 962 engine, in the C2 class; alas, crewed by Chris Hodgetts/Andrew Hepworth/Thierry Lecerf, it was perilously close to the minimum weight limit and was disqualified from the race at the post-qualifying weigh-in. For the remainder of 1991 it served as a works back-up car in the World Sportscar Championship and it was subsequent to this that the Cougar was purchased by the Le Mans Museum. Once in the hands of Creation Autosportif, chassis C02-02 was comprehensively taken and apart and reassembled in 2004, during which the engine was completely rebuilt by Porsche race engine specialist Bob Watson Engineering, prior to its first outing and race entry since 1991 in the Le Mans Legends race supporting that year's 24 Hours; problems with the Bosch electronic engine management system, however, led to its withdrawal after qualifying and the following year this was replaced by a state of the art Motec system and the engine totally remapped to accept it.; later specification Brembo brakes have also been fitted. It was the vendor's intention to run the car in the historic Group C/GTP Racing series but unfortunately circumstances precluded this and since then the Cougar has served solely as a track day car giving rides to Creation's VIP customers and sponsors, driven by team drivers Jamie Cambell-Walter and Nicolas Minassian (now with the Peugeot LMP1 team) and the vendor. Painstakingly and constantly maintained to the very highest of race preparation standards, the car has virtually always been run on the low turbocharger boost of 0.9 bar and with no more than two hours running time at maximum boost - 1.6 bar when 650bhp is produced at 7,850rpm. Chassis C02-02 was also the subject of a major feature, together with the vendor's Ligier JS3-Cosworth, when it was tested by motoring journalist Paul Chudecki in the May 2007 issue of Octane magazine. Always a Courage Competition works car (bar its brief time in America in 1986) and finished in the same livery it carried at Le Mans in 1993, this Cougar C26S has also benefited from a recent gearbox rebuild. Throughout its various model changes, this evolutionary machine has consistently retained its original monocoque and it is offered in absolutely race-ready condition compete with two sets of wheels with wet and dry tyres and one spare set of BBS wheels. Believed to be the only Cougar/Courage car of its era in one hundred per cent running condition, this potent and beautifully presented C26S would, in the right hands, surely be amongst the head of the field in historic Group C/GTP races. With its impeccable pedigree, this is also an opportunity for any serious connoisseur or collector to acquire an important part of both French and sports-prototype racing history.

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1934 Rolls-Royce Phantom II Short Chassis

2010-08-31T01:30:00.000-07:00

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Registration no: UK registered Chassis no: 117 RY Price: Refer Department In the 1930s, Rolls-Royce set new standards with its Phantom series. It was achieved not by making great technical breakthroughs, but by using the very best of proven technology. One could argue that various Hispano Suizas had more advanced specifications, but one has to note that many of them are now fitted with Rolls-Royce gearboxes. There were no weaknesses in the cars which Rolls-Royce made which is why, when the company began to use the slogan 'The Best Car In The World', it was regarded as measured opinion backed by solid collateral. The Phantom II, introduced in 1929, was said to have been the last model that Royce designed himself, working from his villa in the South of France. Between 1929 and 1935 around 1,770 of these chassis were built, being available in 14in and 15in wheelbase lengths, the former being used for the Continental models. Improvements were made throughout this time, and for 1930 the tyre size was reduced from 2in to 20in after chassis no. 169 GN, and back-axle bearings modified after chassis no. 120 GH. Power was increased by raising the compression ratio, weight reduced by 200lbs and road-holding and handling greatly improved by adopting semi-elliptic rear suspension. These chassis were very popular with the major coachbuilders of the day, and some truly glorious cars were made. This particular Phantom II is without doubt or question amongst the very limited population of what has long been considered the finest, most desirable sporting Rolls-Royce of all time: None other than a genuine and original short-chassis Contniental, originally fitted with the premier sporting coachwork of the time, the exclusive Owen Sedanca 3-Position Drophead Coupe by J. Gurney Nutting and Company. The car was originally delivered new via H.R Owen of London to a Madame Ossarie of the Dorchester Hotel, before passing to Mr Goodyear of Hampton in February of 1936. The car then passed into the ownership of Mr Stonor of Montagu Square, London, and Commander G M Bradley of Mayfair Court before being sold to a Mr R. L. Broad of Kent in April 1946. The car was later sold to a Mr Bass of Columbus, Ohio during the 1950s, in whose family ownership the car remained until this year, some 60 years later. The car was delivered new with its glorious Guerny Nutting bodywork in March of 1934. The car was fitted with 19â€ Dunlop tyres and chromium plated headlamps as per the original specification, which notes that the car's intended purpose was for "Mainly touring at comparatively high speedsâ€. Subsequently, the car is rated as having a maximum speed of 92 MPH. A copy of the original order sheet is included with the car, along with extensive service and maintenance records from the time the car was in Ohio. 117 RY is also featured in Raymond Gentileâ€™s definitive book on the model, The Rolls-Royce Phantom II Continental, and has a half-page picture on page 221. Also included with the car is the original owner's manual. This is an incredibly rare opportunity to acquire one of these highly desirable and very sporty configurations of this classic Rolls-Royce. There is no doubt that 117 RY must rank amongst one of the most sought-after Phantom IIs in terms of its configuration and specification.

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1938 Cadillac V16

2010-08-27T06:37:00.000-07:00

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Registration no: TBA Chassis no: TBA Price: Refer Department Since the day it first claimed to be laboring under the â€œpenalty of Leadership,â€ Cadillac pressured itself to live up to the lofty status the statement implied. Then came the 1930-1940 Cadillac V-16, a lasting monument to that struggle. Looking back today, there seems to have been no sensible reason for building a 16-cylinder Cadillac. By 1930, the luxury car industry had settled on and refined both the inline- and vee-eights. Builders of some of the finest cars in the world saw no reason for more than eight cylinders. Cadillacâ€™s Sixteen also arrived precisely in time for the Great Depression, when the few people who could afford cars tended to think in terms of four or six cylinders and the handful who could still afford Cadillacs often preferred to keep a low profile in a Chevy or Ford. But from a purely practical view, thereâ€™s no reason that the world needed Ferraris or Corvettes either. The Cadillac V-16 was built -- and lasted for 11 years, a longer production run than any other car with more than eight cylinders -- because of the passion of great engineers and their managementâ€™s drive to produce the best. It was a masterpiece, which is why so many examples are still around. As Theodore MacManus put it in that most famous of Cadillac ads, â€œThe Penalty of Leadership,â€ a great achievement â€œmakes itself known, no matter how loud the clamor of denial. That which deserves to live, lives.â€ While the 1937 Series 90 had started at a towering $7,450, the 1938 version started at $5,200, and no body style cost more than $7,500. What the Sixteen proved was more important than the money it earned. This is the car that truly established Cadillac as the â€œStandard of the World.â€ It made it clear, as had no other model, that Cadillac had moved from the ranks of near-luxury to a genuine luxury nameplate -- and it represented the first time that Cadillac had fielded a car clearly superior to Packard. The example on offer here is a 1938 model, finished in burgundy. It was purchased by the current owner from a sheriff in the United States, where it was lying unused in his barn in an unrestored condition. The car was then subsequently shipped to Spain, where it was comprehensively restored to an exacting standard by a team of European experts. The car retains its originality, however, and the only difference between the car now and the specification in which left the factory is that it has been fitted with a Mercedes power-assisted steering system, making it much more manoeuvrable and easier to drive, especially in modern road conditions. Described as being in good condition throughout, this car retains its original Fleetwood of Detroit bodywork (Style No 38-9067). An excellent chance to revisit a bygone age of truly great American engineering.

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1927 Bentley 3/4 ½ Litre Sports Tourer

2010-08-26T02:49:00.000-07:00

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Registration no: TBA Price: Refer Department One of the great cars of all time, the Bentley 3 Litre was a magnificent milestone machine that led the world on both road and track. That it did so as the first ever production Bentley was no mean feat and a tribute to the engineering excellence that was to become a hallmark of the marque; indeed, it introduced a then hitherto unknown level of performance combined with immense strength and reliability. When in the late 1920s the need for more power became evident, due to both increasing competition on the track and a trend for ever heavier coachwork, Bentley introduced the 41Ú2 Litre model. With a design that was basically two thirds of its existing 61Ú2 Litre six cylinder, the 41Ú2 Litre prototype engine was first tested in the 1927 Le Mans practice car, the latter a 3 Litre chassis, before being transferred to the first 41Ú2 Litre chassis with which Frank Clement set the fastest lap in that year's race; it was this same car, christened 'Old Mother Gun', that won the 1928 Le Mans. Subsequently the practice of grafting 41Ú2 litre engines into the 3 litre (short) chassis had become common place as many engineers and enthusiasts claimed this was the best combination of Bentley components to produce a fast, good handling road and race car.

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1963 Ford Lotus Cortina

2010-08-25T04:08:00.000-07:00

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Registration no: 432 DOW Chassis no: 274C065304 Price: Refer Department In the early 1960s Ford asked Lotus founder Colin Chapman to produce a sports/racing version of its new Cortina for homologation in the Group 2 category. Announced in January 1962, and assembled at Lotus, the Lotus Cortina sported bonnet, boot lid and doors made of alloy, as were clutch and differential housings and the gearbox tail-shaft. Front suspension was standard MacPherson strut, lowered and stiffened, but the rear was radical, the leaf springs replaced by an A-bracket, coil springs and trailing arms. Wide wheels and servo-assisted disc front/drum rear brakes, along with 105bhp from the twin-camshaft, 1,588cc four cylinder Ford engine and a close ratio box, completed the package. The Lotus Cortinas first victory came in the 1964 Motor Six Hours at Brands Hatch, followed by Sir John Whitmores outright honours in the 1965 European Touring Car Championship; Jackie Ickx also won the Belgian Saloon Car Championship, Bengt Snderstrm the Swedish Rally and Roger Clark the Welsh Rally, while in New Zealand the car won the Gold Star Saloon Car Championship; 1966 then saw victories in the Acropolis and Geneva Rallies and Snderstrm/Palm win the RAC. There is little wonder, with its competition history, that the Lotus Cortina is a popular entrant for historic racing the world over. Built as a racing car for the 2008 season to appendix K specification using all new parts, this classic touring car has been successfully campaigned; a class winner in The Masters Series Top Hat, winner of class CT8 at the 6 Hours Of Spa in 2008 and 2009 and 3rd overall touring car at the 6 Hours of Spa 2009 with notable drivers at the wheel including Frank Sytner, Martin Stretton and Michael Caine. A very competitive and successful racing car, this vehicle is eligible for numerous race series in 2010 including Masters Top Hat, U2TC, HSCC and CSCC. Described by the vendor as being in very good condition, this car has been maintained and prepared to a high standard regardless of cost and is presented with HTP papers and a V5 document.

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1955 Porsche 356 Speedster

2010-08-20T03:58:00.001-07:00

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Registration no: EU taxes paid Chassis no: 81013 Price: Refer Department Although Ferdinand Porsche did not commence building cars until 1948, his engineering pedigree was well established with designs ranging from the awesome Auto Union V16 Grand Prix car to the Tiger tank. After World War Two, however, and fresh from serving a two year prison sentence as a result, Porsche decided in 1947 to build his own sports car. Given project number 356, by August 1948 the first production model had been completed. With aluminium fastback coachwork, pressed steel chassis and the engine behind the rear axle, manufacture began late in 1948 and the 356 debuted at the 1949 Geneva Show. Power came from a 40bhp, 1,086cc engine mated to a four speed gearbox, with independent torsion bar/trailing arm suspension and drum brakes all round. Allied to 87mph and 0-60mph in 17 seconds was excellent fuel economy due to good aerodynamics and low weight. In 1951 - the year of the first of Porsche's many Le Mans entries, finishing 20th overall - 1,290 cc and 1,488 cc engines were introduced. The following year came an all-synchromesh gearbox and one-piece windscreen. By 1954, however, Porsche sales in America were suffering from the onslaught of MG, Austin Healey and Triumph, whose cars provided as much exhilaration for a lot less money. It was thus that coachbuilder Reutter penned a minimal shell based on the convertible 356, with low wrap-around windscreen, reduced frontal area and height, removable side screens, a lightweight hood and more basic interior. Selling at a competitive $2,995, and available with either 55 or 70bhp 1,488cc engine, the 100/ll0mph Speedster proved popular on road and track - weighing 150lb less than a standard 356, it was also quicker and in 1955 a Speedster won the SCCA's 1,500cc class; indeed, actor James Dean raced one. The same year saw the introduction of the 356A with 1,290cc or 1,582cc engines, the latter producing 60bhp/75bhp. Chassis number 81013 was previously owned by well-known Porsche enthusiast James E. Schrager; author of `Buying, Driving and Enjoying the Porsche 356â€™ as well as numerous articles on classic Porsches for various classic car magazines. Finished in stunning black with brown leather upholstery, it is described by the vendor as being in very good condition, with particularly excellent paintwork and interior trim, and states that "This car really looks fabulous, it runs well and drives at it shouldâ€. Included with the car is a file of recent bills detailing works carried out on the car at considerable expense. Stated to retain its original Type 616/1 1600cc `Normal' engine, this stunning Speedster is offered for sale with a Porsche dating certificate, the aforementioned bills and an MOT certificate valid until November 2010.

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1960 Austin Healey 3000 BT7

2010-08-19T01:34:00.000-07:00

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Registration no: 194 TBH Chassis no: H-BT7/12295 Price: Refer Department The Austin Healey 3000 has endeared itself to enthusiasts the world over, not least for those who remember the sight and sound of this muscular British sports car roaring to spectacular success in international rallying. A development of the Austin Healey 100-6, itself born of the four cylinder 100, the 3000 was launched in March 1959. Like the 100-6 , in either two seat BN7 or 2+2 BT7 guise, it used a simple but torsionally strong ladder frame chassis with independent coil spring/wishbone front suspension and a live leaf sprung rear axle with front disc brakes were fitted for the first time. Under the bonnet the 100-6's 2,639cc engine was enlarged to 2,912cc and, via twin SU carburettors, it produced 124bhp at 4,600rpm. Mated to a four-speed gearbox and capable of 110mph (116mph with overdrive) and 0-60mph in 11.4 seconds, the 3000 received much praise for effortless performance and fine handling. Displaying both pace and great strength on its 1959 Alpine Rally debut. It was a sign of things to come, Big Healeys scoring numerous successes with great drivers such as the Morley brothers, Pat Moss, Paddy Hopkirk, Peter Riley and Timo Makinen. Only 5.9% of Big Healeys were made for the UK market, with the vast majority exported to the United States in left-hand drive form. This splendid Austin Healey is a highly sought-after original right hand drive example which still retains its original registration number, 194TBH, as issued in May 1961 to its first owner in Buckinghamshire. Built on 12 September 1960 and still finished in its original Healey Blue and Ivory White livery, 194TBH was more recently subject to a full body off restoration in 2000 by Pool Lane Classics. During the vendor's ownership, it has been used for both touring and shows. The car comes supplied with full weather equipment, a current MoT test certificate valid until November 2010, heritage certificate, Kenlow fan, servo assisted brakes, six CD autochanger, alarm and tracking system. An ideal opportunity to acquire a British motoring icon.

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1970 Maserati Ghibli 4.9 SS Spyder

2010-08-18T03:35:00.000-07:00

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Registration no: GIB 4929 Chassis no: AM 115S/49/1229 Price: Refer Department Maserati hardly needs any introduction. Already a legendary racing marque before the war, the company turned to the limited production of sports cars for the road in the 1950s. These proved to be highly successful, and manufacture continued throughout the '60s with the company taking credit for some of the most potent and luxurious cars of the era. None upheld this great tradition better than the magnificent Ghibli. Introduced to an enthusiastic public at the Turin Show of 1966, the Ghibli broke with the recent Maserati tradition for conservative designs, instead displaying dramatic, purposeful lines, drawn by none other than Giorgietto Giugiaro whilst still at Ghia's design studio. Under the bonnet was Maserati's magnificent all alloy 4.7 litre four camshaft V8 engine, derived from the company's sports racing car power plants and mated to a five speed gearbox. Claimed top speed was a not inconsiderable 174mph! At the car's launch its competitors were Ferrari's also new 275GTB and Lamborghini's 400GT. The Ghibli was highly acclaimed, enjoying glowing praise from motoring journalists of the time, a fact not lost on collectors today, with whom the model has become one of Maseratis most sought-after road cars, combining stunning looks and towering performance. One of only 125 Spyders ever produced, chassis 1229 – a rare right-hand drive 4.9 SS finished in Giallo - was manufactured in September 1970 for the Earls Court Motor Show, known in Italian as “'Salon Di Londra'”. After proudly being displayed at Maserati’s stand during the event, the car was delivered to its first private owner, a Dr. Collins, on 1st of February 1971. The next year, Dr Collins asked the factory to add power-steering, and the car was resprayed in silver. By 1983, whilst the car was owned by a Mr Schimmel of Highgate, the mileage had only risen to 25,000. It was during this ownership that the car was extensively restored in the workshops of Maserati specialist Bill McGrath, during which time the car was returned to its original Giallo yellow colour. Owned by the vendor since 1997, the car has further benefited from a recent engine overhaul. With a genuine mileage from new of just 76,000, the car comes with an exhaustive history documenting the works carried out on it over the years, as well as the very appropriate registration number GIB 4929. A truly stunning and very rare example of this classic Maserati.

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1969 Piper GTR Le Mans

2010-08-17T04:38:00.000-07:00

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Registration no: N/A Chassis no: BJS-3 Price: Refer Department 1969 PIPER GTR 1969 Le Mans Sports Racing GT entrant Unregistered Chassis No: BJS-3 FIA Historic Technical Passport No: 20434/GB5256 Perhaps the expression ‘Unique!’ is overworked in many catalogue descriptions but the car that Coys has the privilege of offering today surely merits such a start to its description. Built in 1969, the Piper GTR was an ambitious project to say the least. It many ways it was revolutionary, certainly its cockpit adjusting front spoiler pre-dated Group ‘C’ practise by two decades! Backtracking a few years, the Piper Car Company evolved from the famous Piper Tuning concern, established by George Henrotte and Bob Gayler in 1966. George had been a successful Formula 3 500 driver, eventually running the successful Gemini team, while Bob’s background had been in development with Weslake and Baldyne Engineering. Whilst developing a range of tuning parts and accessories for Ford engines, the pair offered race preparation services from their Kent premises. Enter Tony Hilder – an artist and freelance designer who had been talent-spotted by Bruce McLaren. The great driver turned team owner took Hilder on to help design McLaren’s M1A sports racer. Hilder’s further experience on projects with companies such as Specialised Mouldings and Lola prompted George Henrotte – on a chance meeting - to offer the young designer a position with the emerging Piper concern. That chance meeting was to fast-track Piper into the design of a GT car – a tall order for such a small company in its formative years. But the company was bursting with new ideas and enthusiasm – and appeared unafraid of taking on huge development projects. Thus, in 1967, Piper exhibited its prototype GT car - alongside an innovative new F3 car, built from a folded sheet of Mallite. Customer interest was running high for the new GT car and one of those interested parties was to take a instrumental role in the future of Piper Cars. This was Brian Sherwood – a proven Clubmans formula racer who already owned an earlier Piper racer. As Sherwood began to get more involved with Piper, a seminal decision was taken by Henrotte to split the company into two independent concerns so that he and Gaylor could continue developing the extremely successful tuning accessory concern, while Sherwood took over responsibility for all Piper car production, moving the entire car operation to his workshop premises in Wokingham. Work and sales continued at an unabated pace for the new Piper Cars concern, but frustration was already setting in as Sherwood realised that the development of the existing GT sports racer has reached a plateau. It was time to move on with a new concept – expressly conceived to contest the famous Le Mans 24 Hours event. This new project – designated the ‘GTR’ was to be penned by Hilder, who set about on a closed cockpit, rear engine layout, based around a central monocoque. This advanced concept included rear-mounted water and oil radiators and featured a double-vortex trim on the tail section, designed to divert the cooling air over the radiator to exit under the car – thus not being disturbed by the airflow over the bodywork. A then unique double-nose profile incorporated a revolutionary adjustable aerofoil, designed to help trim the balance of the car at high speed. Further innovative design techniques came in the manufacture of the chassis/body tub, which was constructed in end-grain balsa reinforced with polyester as a core in the floor and bulkheads, laminated between the inner and outer walls of the glass fibre shell with a polyurethane foam filling that produced an immensely strong integral safety cell. Multi-tube front and rear sub-frames carried the suspension and powerplants, which were intended to take all Ford’s twin-cams, BMW’s 2-litre and the Martin and BRM options. The finished car stood barely 30 ins off the ground and was immensely light. As with all the small manufacturers of this era, many well-reasoned ideals were often found to be much harder to put into practise. Sherwood’s original aim of taking two cars to Le Mans turned out to be a compromise. Just one car – the 1300cc twin-cam GTR on offer today – made it with the 2-litre version staying in the U.K. To say that the team of Sherwood and his Team Concorde drivers, John Burton and Tim Lalonde, were underprepared for the enormity of the task is perhaps an understatement in the full British sense. What accompanied them to La Sarthe were copious amounts of enthusiasm tinged perhaps with a hint of nervous anticipation as the GTR was wholly untested. Lalonde however had prior experience of Le Mans, having been with the Mini Marcos team at the event in 1967. It was Lalonde who took the untried Piper GTR out in practice, clocking up an incredible 164 mph between in-laps to replenish water. But circumstances were to curtail such promise. The team had set off for Le Mans without getting the 1300cc twin-cam power-plant stamped as such by the RAC. The French demanded that the cylinder head was removed to check the capacity during scrutineering. Such set-back added to a host of infuriating niggles that go with the territory of racing an unproved car. The French racing fraternity certainly didn’t need to witness the potential success of a car that could beat ‘their’ Alpines by a minute on a standing lap and so finally, the Piper GTR was excluded from taking the start of the race due to Lalonde being the only driver to take official practice. Or that’s how the conspiracy story goes. Would it have lasted the race? Probably not – but the interest caused by the car’s presence was extraordinary. Hollywood legend Steve McQueen came over to check the innovative Piper out, Le Mans personalities Raymond Baxter and Jabby Crombie both declared sympathy and support for the disappointed team. So back to Blighty they went. Lalonde, who owned the Le Mans GTR in lieu of another Piper crashed by the team mechanic during testing at Castle Combe was flat broke and so sold it. Soon after it turned up in the USA and for over a decade was raced extensively before being retired in the late 1990s. The vendor acquired this car some six years ago – re-commissioning the wholly original (apart from a colour change) Le Mans Piper GTR for racing. All sub-frames were taken off the tub and rebuilt. Most importantly, the attachments to the tub were reinforced. The GRP and Balsa wood monocoque was thoroughly checked but found to be completely sound – a testament to Hilder’s design genius. A full repaint, accurately matching the original colour found on the tub was carried out and original design graphics were studiously duplicated and applied. A permanently powered fan was reinstalled to prevent any overheating of the rear radiators. A full crack testing process was applied to all the suspension components (including 2 sets original magnesium wheels) and such certificates authenticating this process are with the car. Power was upgraded with the fitting of a 1600cc twin-cam engine. (The original 1300cc twin-cam engine is with the car and is complete with new pistons but requires full assembly). Since this exacting restoration programme was carried out, the refreshed Piper GTR was debuted at the 2005 Goodwood Festival of Speed followed by an invitation to the Silverstone Classic in the following year. More auspiciously, this original car returned to La Sarthe to contest the 2006 Le Mans Classic, where it was reunited with its original driver, Tim Lalonde, some 37 years after the Piper GTR’s first appearance at Le Mans. The restored car was much quicker than Lelonde thought it would be – and this time it not only started but finished the job that it had originally set out to all those years ago. Its latest outing was in a World Sports Racing Masters event at Donington 2008, beating a Ford GT40 to take a well deserved class win. A return invitation for the 2010 Le Mans Classic has been received for this car to once again return to La Sarthe – indicating that the French attitude towards this incredible car has turned from one of deep suspicion to that of great respect. Without doubt – a unique story of a singularly original car that will be welcomed to world class historic events for many years to come.

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2005 Koenigsegg CCR

2010-08-16T01:42:00.000-07:00

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Registration no: KN05 EGG Chassis no: YT9MIGOV8L4007018 Price: Refer Department The Koenigsegg project was launched in 1994 in Sweden with the concept to produce the ultimate supercar. Leading the company is Christian Von Koenigsegg supported by his dedicated team of designers, engineers and craftsmen. The first offerings from the newly formed company was the Koenigsegg CC 8S, presented to the public at the 2000 Paris Motor Show. The car created a storm with its restrained good looks and supercharged 4.7 litre, 8-cylinder engine delivering an astonishing 655bhp at 6,800rpm and 750Nm at 5000rpm. Modifications and improvements were made to the CC 8S with the aid of Loris Biccochi, world renowned test driver with experience from Lamborghini, Ferrari and Bugatti. For many manufacturers the kind of performance offered by the CC 8S would be more than adequate; 0-62mph in under 3.5 seconds and a top speed of 240mph. But Christian Von Koenigsegg wanted more, and more importantly knew the car could handle it. In 2004, all development effort was concentrated on the CCR, the new 806bhp model that was presented at the Geneva Motor Show in March of that year. The CCR has all the features of the CC8 S, but with more refined air intakes, larger brakes and small body modifications to optimise down force as well generate a more powerful engine. The CCR body is constructed using state of the art technology using pre-impregnated carbon fibre/Kevlar and lightweight hard-foam sandwich reinforcements. The chassis is a semi monocoque design, again made of pre-impregnated carbon fibre. This use of advanced materials gives the CCR a kerb weight of just 1180kg. The engine is a V8, cast in aluminium, with 4 valves per cylinder and carbon fibre cam covers. The mighty engine features a dry sump lubrication system and dual Rotrex centrifugal compressors with 1.2 bar boost pressure with intercooler. Outputs make outstanding reading; 806bhp at 6900rpm and 678ftlb torque at 5700rpm. Acceleration is other worldly with the 0-62mph sprint coming up in 3.2 seconds and the standing quarter mile dispatched in just 9 seconds flat. Power is fed through the wheels via push rod operated double wishbones front and rear with adjustable Ohlins shocks which provide the CCR with outstanding handling and composure under heavy breaking and hard cornering. The CCR is one of the worldâ€™s most powerful road cars but the company had other targets in their sights, namely the world production car speed record. This record, held by the McLaren F1 was there for the taking, and take it did. The CCR smashed McLarenâ€™s official record of 386km/h and set the bench mark to an unbelievable 388km/h! Coys are proud to present this astonishing piece of automotive excellence. It was produced in 2005 and has covered less than 5,994 miles from new, hence the car being described by the vendor to be in excellent condition throughout. It is finished in â€˜Koenigsegg Racing Greenâ€™ with a contrasting black alcantara and leather interior. It should be noted that this is the only road car available in this colour scheme and so represents an incredibly rare opportunity to buy into the Swedish dream at the top level. It comes as standard with many features such as electric windows and air conditioning but also has many optional extras such as a bespoke interior and custom paint, removable targa roof (with bespoke cover) as well as reversing cameras and a lap-time transponder. The vendor is just the second owner with all maintenance taking place at Broughtons, the exclusive UK distributor based in Pangbourne, Berkshire. Fully trained mechanics are stationed there and operate in a near surgical environment. With production volumes that ran at only 20 units per year and a basic list price that was over Â£400,000, this car presents a superb opportunity to purchase a CCR, with registration KN05 EGG and which can be enjoyed instantly at a price well under the current market value.

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1941 Cadillac 427 Series 61

2010-08-15T05:22:00.000-07:00

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Registration no: EU taxes paid Chassis no: 8345979 Price: Refer Department By the end of the 1930s the Cadillac company, jewel in the crown of the General Motors group, had survived the stormy waters of the Wall Street Crash and the Depression which followed it. The survival was largely due to a process of rationalisation in terms of the number of models produced and the astute realisation that the world which had supported the huge V12 and V16 Cadillac ranges with their unique coachbuilt bodies had disappeared for ever. All Cadillac cars for the 1939 season and beyond used the same engine, a very refined five-litre V8, and most of the bodies were beautifully designed by the in-house stylists of Fisher and Co. The 61 series was conceived as a luxurious owner-driver car with very elegant four-door coachwork which in England would have been described as a sports saloon. By the 1941 season engine output had increased to 150 horsepower, giving the cars a more than spritely turn of speed, and the chassis with its three-speed plus reverse gearbox was considered remarkable for its manoeuvrability. The 1941 car we are offering today has clearly led a cosseted life both before and after its detailed refurbishment some ten years ago; the structure of the coachwork is strikingly sound, with excellent shut-lines, and the paint, superbly executed in Monaco Blue, is still in excellent order. It is on the interior, though, that one sees the real quality of the car, and the upholstery, in supplest grey cloth, remains among the most inviting interiors of any car built. American cars always specialised in superbly-crafted creature comforts and close inspection of this example reveals burr walnut-effect dash and door cappings, beautifully executed closers for the quarter lights, a very sophisticated heater, a radio on the chrome-covered dash, and the most elaborate ashtrays. Itâ€™s a luxurious, hushed environment weâ€™re all familiar with from many a black and white movie, and is usually seen as a backdrop for Bette Davis, agonising in a mink coatâ€¦ This motor car, until recently, formed part of a well regarded high quality US private collection and will prior to the sale be serviced and is expected to be offered with a new MOT certificate. All European taxes are paid with the appropriate documents confirming this, ready for registration and in free circulation within the EU.

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1992 Ferrari Formula 1 F92A/644

2010-08-13T02:21:00.000-07:00

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Registration no: N/A Chassis no: 131 Price: Refer Department New for the 1989 season of Grand Prix racing was the introduction of 3.5 litre, normally aspirated, engines, ending the turbocharged era of Formula One. Initially, the change was one which seemed to go down well at Ferrari, with Nigel Mansell taking victory in the all-new, John Barnard-designed 640 on his and the carâ€™s debut race for Ferrari, the Brazilian GP and opening round of that yearâ€™s World Championship. Developing a revolutionary semi-automatic transmission, however, hampered reliability and either Mansell or team mate Gerhard Berger from mounting an effective challenge. The following season the front-running 641, upgraded after the first two races to 641/2 specification, replaced the 640, and Alain Prost joined Ferrari, whose results would overshadow those of Il Leone due to poor reliability remaining a problem.A direct evolution of the 641/2, the 642 for the â€˜91 season was the new mount for Prost and Jean Alesi, Maranelloâ€™s new signing who had starred on his debut with Tyrrell in 1989 by taking fourth place in his first ever Grand Prix. This, too, was upgraded, after half a dozen races, to become the 643 which proved again to be a regular top podium finisher. Disagreements within the team, however, and Prostâ€™s outspoken remarks regarding it, saw â€˜The Professorâ€™ prematurely dropped with Gianni Morbidelli being drafted in for the last race.The F92A - also known as the 644 - for 1992 featured many detail improvements but still Ferrari was suffering some unreliability. Nonetheless, Alesi and Ivan Capelli, Prostâ€™s replacement, finished in fourth and fifth places in the seasonâ€™s third race, the Brazilian GP, behind Michael Schumacherâ€™s Benetton B191B-Ford and the Williams FW14B-Renaults of winner Nigel Mansell and runner-up Ricardo Patrese. Alesi then added a third place at the next round in Spain, behind Mansell and Schumacher, and third position again in Canada to Bergerâ€™s winning McLaren MP4/7A-Honda and Schumacherâ€™s Benetton. The Frenchman went on to follow this with fifth places in the German and Japanese Grand Prix - in between Capelli also took sixth spot in Hungary - the last with the Ferrari now to F92AT specification, and a final fourth position, behind the Benettons of Martin Brundle and Schumacher and first place man Berger, in the Australian GP. All of which contributed enough to place Ferrari in fourth position overall in the World Championship for Manufacturers. For the 1993 F1 season, the F92A would be superceded by the F93A.Fresh from a complete overhaul at Ferrariâ€™s Maranello works, including fitment of a new transaxle, this F92A/644, the chassis used by Alesi in both the Brazilian and Canadian GPs, produces some 680bhp from its 3.5 litre V12 engine. Presented in excellent condition, it is thus offered completely ready to race. This striking Formula One car, an important evolutionary model in Ferrariâ€™s history and of unquestionable pedigree, would be ideal for and, no doubt, highly competitive in historic racing. This is a must for the serious Ferrari collector or historic racer.

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2006 Maserati MC 12 Corsa (street version)

2010-08-11T02:14:00.000-07:00

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Registration no: TBA Chassis no: ZANDF44B0000 19405 Price: Refer Department Development of the Maserati MC12 began while Maserati was owned by Ferrari in order to create a race car for Maserati that would be eligible to compete in the FIA GT. Its initial name was the MCC, meaning Maserati Corse Competizione, and development under the direction of Giorgio Ascanelli was planned to be simultaneous with that of the MCS, the road going version. The body shape was developed from an idea by Giorgetto Giugiaro during wind tunnel testing, though the majority of styling was by Frank Stephenson. The MCC had a very similar body shape to the MC12 but there were several key differences, most notably the rear spoiler. Andrea Bertolini was the chief test driver throughout the development (although some testing was done by Michael Schumacher), frequently testing the MCC at the Fiorano Circuit. As the MCC was developed further, word of the MCS ceased and eventually the final name, MC12, was announced. The car is based heavily on the Enzo Ferrari, sharing the same Ferrari Dino V12 engine with slight modifications, the same gearbox (but renaming it Maserati Cambiocorsa) and the same chassis and track (length of axle between the wheels). The Maserati MC12 has its own bodywork which is wider, longer and slightly taller leaving the windshield as the only externally visible component shared with the Enzo. This extra size allows for greater downforce across the whole body, adding to that of the two metre spoiler. One of a limited production line of just 50 MC 12 Stradales ever built, this one-owner Maserati was first registered on 18th May 2006, and therefore celebrates its 3rd birthday on the date of this sale! As one can imagine, this supercar has had a much pampered childhood and no expense has been spared during its life. With a mileage of just 9800 km, a full service and necessary repairs were carried out in March 2009, totalling â‚¬ 40,000, photo documentation of which is available from EDO Competition Services. The 10000 km inspection was also carried out by EDO Competition Services at just 8500 km, as stamped in the service record. Signed on the driverâ€™s door by none other than Michael Schumacher, this MC 12 comes with a FXX exhaust manifold, stainless steel sport exhaust, electrically adjustable headlight covers and exterior mirrors. Prospective buyers are also advised that the hammer price of this vehicle will include 19% German VAT, which can be refunded from customs upon proven export into a country outside the EU. Comes complete with German registration documents. An incredible opportunity to acquire a true 21st century supercar.

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1966 Ferrari 275 GTB/2 Longnose Torrque - Collector Car For Sale

2010-08-05T00:10:00.000-07:00

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Registration no: EU & Swiss registered Chassis no: 8625 Price: Refer Department For most enthusiasts the ideal Ferrari is the one that is most like its racing cars and yet practical enough to drive on public roads. With this in mind, from the earliest days the company produced a sporting berlinette that fulfilled such criteria, including the famous 250 SWB and GTO models. With the demise of these, the company was left with nothing in the way of a top-level customer car, the sort of performance flagship that could be used as easily for regular transport as it could for serious competition. Thus began an intensive programme to create a worthy successor to the legendary 250 series. The sensational new 275 GTB made its debut at the 1964 Paris Motor Show, and it is recognised as marking an important milestone in Ferrari history. It was the first Maranello product to be equipped with independent rear suspension and a five speed gearbox, the latter in unit with the rear axle to allow better weight distribution. With a bore and stroke of 77 x 58.8mm, giving a capacity of 3,285cc, the engine was still basically a Colombo design, and the factory had tested this unit, now producing between 280 and 300bhp, in the 275P and 250LM racing cars. Largely reminiscent of the 250 GTO, the bodywork, with a few developments for road use, was built in either steel or, occasionally, aluminium, by Scaglietti. The 275 GTB proved itself to be a formidable car indeed, and was rewarded by success both on the track and in terms of sales figures. This fully restored Ferrari is in truly superb condition having been restored with no corners cut to the highest standard by European specialists during the last 7 years. The car is 1 of only 100 built by the factory with original long - nose steel body, featuring the desirable torque tube. The car, which has never been raced during its life, is in its third and last ownership since 18 years; is accident free since new. Looking as good from the underneath as from any angle, this most desirable collectorâ€™s item is finished in green with black leather interior. It is on the button and ready for immediate use and/or show and certainly an unrepeatableÂ opportunity for the true collector of this iconic model. It comes with SwissÂ and UK registration documents.

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1972 BMW 3.0 CSL Race Specification - Racecar For Sale

2010-08-04T02:28:00.000-07:00

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Registration no: n/a Chassis no: 2210806 Price: Refer Department In the early 1970s one of the most exciting categories of racing was the European Touring Car Championship and the two principle contestants were Ford (Cologne) and BMW. The battle between these two giants was one of the most memorable in motor racing history. First one had the upper hand, then the other, but it was the end of an era. Never again would we see Touring Cars driven by names such as Stewart, Bell, Peterson, Lauda, Fittipaldi, Mass, Stuck, Ickx and Scheckter. BMW's main weapon was the 3.0 CSL (Coupe Sport Leichtmetal), a lightweight version of the 3.0 CS, and this was often run with a slightly oversized, 3,153cc engine to qualify for the largest engine class. In 1971 and '72 the factory was officially in retirement although it gave assistance to Alpina, Schnitzer and Broadspeed but after Ford took the Championship in 1972 with the Capri RS 2600 the BMW factory returned to the fray. The aggressive styling and performance of the BMW CSL made it a popular and successful choice for drivers of the '70s European Touring Car Championships. Its success in this event and the publicity it brought gave BMW the material to promote this new road going lightweight version of the 3.0 litre CS that was already in production. With aluminium bonnet, boot and doors, the homologation special offered a weight saving of 300lbs over the standard steel constructed CS. Manufactured in 1972 this CS benefited from a comprehensive restoration in 2004/05 and as one would expect it is thus in very good condition. The car boasts CSL bodywork including aluminium door skins, bonnet and boot lid as well as CSL style wings and spoiler. Described as being in excellent order, the straight-six engine's power is fed through a five speed Getrag gearbox and ZF limited slip differential; the competition suspension is fully adjustable and includes anti-roll bars, while the braking system incorporates 332mm discs at the front and 272mm discs at the rear. Well prepared and supplied with FIA papers, this BMW is eligible for many historic race events throughout Europe for which it would be an excellent choice. Dieser BMW 3.0 CS verlie? das Werk 1972 und wurde in den Jahren 2004 und 2005 umfassend restauriert. Er wurde zum CSL umgebaut, mit den korrekten Aluminium-TŸren und -Hauben sowie den CSL KotflŸgeln und Spoilern. Die FIA-Papiere bestŠtigen die korrekte Motoren - und Getriebe Konfiguration, ebenso entsprechen das Sperrdifferential, Federung und Bremsen dem Original. Einsatzfertig fŸr zahlreiche historische Rennen.

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1972 Lamborghini Miura SV - Super Car For sale

2010-08-03T00:19:00.000-07:00

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Registration no: EU registered Chassis no: 5066 Price: Refer Department The Lamborghini Miura has long been established as the greatest and most stylish supercar icon of the heady whirlwind times of the late 1960s and early 1970s, from its legendary appearance in the classic caper movie The Italian Job to its association with supermodels and rock bands of the period, the Lamborghini Miura is THE Sixties supercar. As has previously been mentioned, the ultimate incarnation of the form is the legendary SV, and the example we are presenting here is clearly, if unarguably, the finest example of the type ever to have been offered at auction. One owner from new. A phrase which is rare enough to find on any historic motor car of any type, let alone on a Lamborghini Miura SV. This particular example is a very late European specification car, purchased new in 1972 by the gentleman who is offering the car through Coys at Padova. One owner from new. Let there be no mistake that this not is a car which has ever left the ownership which it is currently in. From the day it left Lamborghini to now, it has only enjoyed one custodian throughout this period, and we believe that this is likely to be unique. During this single ownership throughout the 1970s, 1980s, 1990s and beyond, the car has been lavished and loved. Professional mechanical and engine overhauls have taken place twice during the carâ€™s life, and recently the car has been subject to a comprehensive coachwork refinishing to the highest possible standard, in its original livery of Tahiti Blue with gold sills and wheels. The interior on the car in striking chalk white is the original and superb. Delivered new to the current owner by Lamborghini agents Righetti, the possibility exists for a new owner to take custody of this unique machine for the first time ever in its life.

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1955 AC Ace - classic car for sale.

2010-08-02T11:48:00.000-07:00

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Registration no: SPX 66 Chassis no: AE 66 Price: Refer Department â€œHighest engineering at moderate price â€¦delightful to handle. â€œSo read the advertisement on A.Câ€™s Tojeiro inspired Ace of 1955. Derek Hurlockâ€™s Thames Ditton Factory introduced the Ace at the time of the 1953 Motor Show and with the familiar two litre six cylinder engine allied to a steel tube chassis and strikingly sporty aluminium coachwork, the new model offered 100 mph performance and remarkable road holding . The engine developed a purposeful 102 bhp at 5000rpm and the marque enjoyed considerable competition success in the hands of amateur drivers such as Chris Lawrence. A tubular chassis is the basis of this iconic British sports car skinned with a beautiful hand built alloy sports roadster body. Transverse leaf springs and wishbones are used to provide independent front and rear suspension. The wheel-base is 7ft 6in and it sits on 16â€œ wire wheels, mounted with 5.50 x 16in. tires. The car is powered by an AC Engine, derived from the Ford Zephyr: six cylinder in line, water-cooled alloy mono block, with overhead valves and a bore 65mm, stroke 100 mm, with a capacity of 1991cc. The induction system features 3 SU carburetors. A four speed gearbox is mounted with synchromesh on 2nd, 3rd and top. The pulchritudinous example you see here before you was originally registered to its first owner in West Sussex on the 6th of April 1955. According to the buff log book which accompanies the car it enjoyed a further 6 proprietors in the UK before being offered by Sothebyâ€™s in 1987 whereupon it was purchased by its first Italian owner and taken to Italy. According to the auction catalogue description which accompanies the car, in 1979 the chassis and body were subject to a major rebuild which was undertaken by well known AC specialists Auto Kraft and the engine overhauled by A.C specialist David Beales in 1979. Its first Italian owner cherished the car and it notably appeared as cover car in a February 1988 edition of the Italian classic car magazine Ruoteclassiche where it went head to head with the Ace-Bristol. (A copy of the magazine is included in the history file). Regrettably due to financial ramifications he had to cede the car to its current owner in 2005. Its new proprietor, an Italian collector of some note, dispatched the car to Barbieri of Voghera for in his own words â€˜a no expense spared but conservative restoration retaining as much of the originality of the car as possibleâ€™. The results speak for themselves and SPX 660 as you see it here today is the result of a five year meticulous rebuild by one of Italyâ€™s most esteemed restorers Sig. Barbieri. No stone has been left unturned and the extent of the endeavor is elaborated in a detailed invoice in the history file which accompanies the car. Its current owner has undertaken a 100 km road trip since this work was completed to â€˜shake down the carâ€™ and iron out any imperfections to prepare it for sale at Padua. The car retains its original â€˜buff logbookâ€™ with an attractive original registration number SPX 660, AC owners manual, invoice of restoration, previous sundry restoration invoices, correspondence between previous owners, old MOT certificates and magazine articles encompassing the car. It goes without saying that SPX 660 must be the most ravishing and exquisitely restored AC Ace on the market and we are convinced that in the hands of its lucky future owner will indubitably be admired and applauded wherever it goes.

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1975 Ferrari 246 GT Dino

2010-07-31T07:40:00.000-07:00

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Lot 161 Registration Number: UK registered Chassis Number: TBA The classic and nowadays much sought-after Ferrari 246 Dino GT was named after Enzo Ferrari‘s son Alfredino, who died in 1956, aged 24 years. Enzo Ferrari credits his son with the inspiration for a series of successful small and medium capacity V6 racing engines built by Ferrari from 1956, and in turn the name was given to a new line of mid-engined production Ferrari V6 coupés which first went on sale in 1969 with the two litre 206 Dino GT. The definitive 246 Dino, with its 2.4 litre V6 engine, appeared in late 1969, and its 175bhp at 7,000rpm and 160lb/ft at 5,500rpm provided a top speed of 141mph and zero to 60mph acceleration in 7.9 seconds. Designed by Pininfarina, the delightful bodywork was built in steel by Scaglietti. It covered a straightforward chassis of tubular steel which carried wishbone/coil spring independent suspension at each corner. The compact engine, with four chain-driven overhead camshafts, was mounted transversely above the five-speed gearbox and just ahead of the rear axle line, allowing both a comfortable cockpit and usable boot space. With its flexible engine, uncomplicated chassis and outstanding handling, the 246 Dino GT is a car to combine the best of both worlds; it is a practical Ferrari. Fewer than 4,000 were built (about 1,200 of them the detachable roof spyder GTS version) before the introduction of the slightly larger, and completely re-styled V8 engined 308 Dino in 1973. The example on offer here today was constructed in 1975. Finished in traditional Rosso with black leather trim, it benefits from a high-quality restoration by marquee specialists Terry Hoyle Limited. Pictures of which can be found in the car’s history file showing the car in bar chassis form. With a believed genuine 57,000 miles on the odometer, this is a very clean example of this classic Ferrari, ready to be enjoyed by its new owner.

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1950 Allard K2 Roadster - Collector Car For Sale

2010-07-29T04:45:00.000-07:00

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Lot 159 Registration Number: EU Registered Chassis Number: 91K-2108 If hot rods had been invented in England, Sidney Herbert Allard would have been their originator. In 1936 he built a successful trials machine from Ford and Bugatti parts. His 1949 National British Hill Climb Championship came in a loud and fearsome special with four rear wheels, powered by a war surplus V8 Steyr tank engine. Quite an achievement! Building on the success of the KI model, Allard launched a new K2 model in 1950. The K2 had a more modern appearance with a Healey-type front grille and large bumpers. Although the K2 only had two seats, it did now have a small luggage boot at the rear making it slightly more practical. Various American V8 engines were available. A 3.6 litre Ford unit was standard, but buyers could specify Mercury, Chrysler or even Cadillac V8 engines. The K2 stayed in production until 1952, and by then 119 examples had been built. In the U.S., Allard‘s creations were quickly adopted by contenders in the nascent roadracing movement, establishing an exceptional record of successes. The pavement-pounding K2 is one of the most rare and sought after of all the Allards, and today the flathead Ford versions with original Allard Speed equipment are are rare indeed. With very few K2s produced, they are tremendously desirable cars, of which this particular K2 is an outstanding example. The 1950 K2 Allard on offer here is one of the most rare and desirable configurations, fitted with a 4375 cc Ford V8 Flathead and fitted with the incredibly rare original Sidney Allard Speed equipment. Purchased in Australia by the present owner in 2003, is has since been a successful entrant in competition events, and was mentioned in Australian Motor Sport Magazine as having placed 3rd in the NSW Hillclimb Championship and 2nd in the Silverdale Hillclimb Championship . The car has also been comprehensively restored by its present owner, a machine tool manufacturer. It has recently taken part in several Italian road rallies and is fully sorted. Fitted with alloy ribbed hi-compression cylinder heads and alloy dual carburetor inlet manifold designed for the ubiquitous Stromberg 97 double throat carburetor, but now fitted with European twin throat Solexes. The usual three-speed Ford transmission was replaced in period by a 4-speed synchronized unit coming from an Armstrong-Siddley. Finished in Rosso Bordeau with a red leather interior and sitting on Dunlop 16" 60 spoke wire wheels fitted with period correct L section Dunlop Racing tires, this Allard is sure to leave an impression wherever it goes, and will be eligible for all the great historic events of today.

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2005 Lamborghini Gallardo - Super Car For Sale

2010-07-28T11:14:00.000-07:00

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This is 2005 Lamborghini Gallardo. Rosso Metis (Burgundy) with 2 tone Black/Burgundy leather. 5.0L V-10. 500 HP, 6 speed. This is the real thing. No stories. With a V-10 spinning to a frenzied 8500 rpm redline, a race-inspired independent suspension, and traffic-stopping lines, this package is hard to beat. Runs like a dream and priced to sell. Don't hesitate, This Lamborghini wonâ€™t last! You have found your car. You've got to drive this car! The Gallardo illicits waves, honks, stares, and constant calls from nearby motorists and pedestrians alike. Ordinary drivers morph into paparazzi, turning their digital cameras and video recorders on to film your every move as you drive by. Just behind you, your ears reward you with the warm low tones of your factory tuned exhaust. If you think about it, you can just hear your transmission conveying your precise rpms back to you. The throaty exhaust isn't overpowering, just pleasant and "there." You can still carry on a casual conversation with your passenger, even at maximum legal freeway speeds. When you pull into a roadhouse, a crowd gathers to gawk at your car. Many point and whisper "Lamborghini."Your trips will seem too short when you take them in this Lambo. Treat Yourself. You deserve it! You will love this very affordable coupe (and will feel great driving it).

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1977 Jaguar XJC-12 Broadspeed - Racecar For Sale

2010-07-27T12:38:00.000-07:00

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The Broadspeed Jaguar XJC must be one of the most beautiful Touringcars ever made. This car is a recreation built over a period of 3 years. It is unbelievably detailed and in absolutely pristine condition. Equipped with FIA approved rollcage and racing seats. The engine is a tuned version from the XJRS 6,0 Litre V12, with approx. 400 bhp. The quality of the work is from the highest level, and so much better then the original Broadspeed racers were ever made. It is registered for the road on british numberplates, with an MOT until 03/2011. This car is described in detail in a Retrocars article from August 2009. We have this car now available in our showroom. Please feel free to visit us and have a look at this wonderful recreation, because there are so many more things to tell about this fantastic XJC

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1989 Ferrari F40 - Classic Car For Sale

2010-07-26T09:52:00.000-07:00

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Lot 146 Registration Number: UK registered Chassis Number: ZFFGJ34B00078375 The F40 needs no introduction. It is the quintessential ‘ultra car‘, developed by Ferrari to blast their competitors out of the limelight. In 1984 Ferrari had launched their spectacular 288 GTO, a limited production car which was to wrest the title of World‘s Fastest Production Car away from Lamborghini, and which had been developed for Group B racing. Michelotto were engaged by Ferrari to develop the car for competition use, with close collaboration by the factory and the Evolution version was extensively tested. However, a change of direction by the F.I.A. saw the abandonment of Group B racing and the GTO was obsolete even before it had turned a wheel in competition. The development work was not wasted, however. It is well-known that the F40 was launched in 1987 to celebrate Ferrari‘s fortieth year as a manufacturer. This car was to be Enzo Ferrari‘s swansong; introduced in the year before the great man died. It was the last car sanctioned personally by him and was a fitting testimony to the no-compromise character who has become one of motoring‘s leading figureheads. The F40 was a car in the great Ferrari tradition of high-performance sports cars that was equally at home on the road or the race track. Following in the footsteps of such legends as the 250 Tour de France, SWB and GTO, it has successfully competed in world-class endurance racing while at the same time holding the title of "World‘s Fastest Production Car". Further competition success at national and club level in many countries, including the IMSA Championship in the USA, has contributed to this incredible car‘s outstanding reputation. This F40 was manufactured in 1989 and was first registered in the UK in 1997. Supplied with a V5 registration document, MoT test certificate valid until April 2010 and detailed history file with main dealer records, this F40 is fitted with non-adjustable suspension and pre catalytic converter. In 2010 Bob Houghton, Ferrari specialists since 1981, carried out a full service and road test on the car and replaced the tank bags. Having covered 10,000 miles from new, with all original paintwork and seals, this unmolested F40 is described by the vendor as being in excellent condition throughout. Evidently, this is a very well presented and maintained low mileage F40, which in today’s market is proving an increasingly rare automobile to find.

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1972 Lamborghini Espada II

2010-07-25T01:42:00.000-07:00

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Lot 128 Registration Number: XBM 339K Chassis Number: 8748 In 1968 Lamborghini introduced its first four seater model, the Espada. With typically outrageous styling the Espada, thanks to Bertone, featured all-round independent suspension and disc brakes. The Espada was originally fitted with a 4L 325 bhp (242 kW) V12 engine, fully independent suspension and four wheel disc brakes. Most transmissions were manual, and the Espada also introduced one of the first automatic transmissions able to absorb the torque of a large sporting V12. It had unusual gearing, with 3 ratios: drive, 1 and reverse. During its 10 year production the car underwent some changes, and three different series were produced. These were the S1 (1968-1970), the S2 (1970-1972) and the S3 (1972-1978). Each model featured engine power improvements, but only minor details were changed with the exterior design. The interior was altered dramatically between each model. An all new dashboard and steering wheel was installed for the S2, and the interior was again revamped for the S3. In 1970, power assisted steering was offered as an option, and in 1974 an automatic transmission was also offered. In 1975 impact bumpers had to be installed to meet United States safety requirements, and some people consider cars produced with them to be the S4, but Lamborghini did not officially change the designation. Near the end of the Espada’s life, Bertone designed a four-door prototype, which was never put into production. The Series II example on offer here was first registered in 1972 and taken off the road in 1981 while the owner was abroad. It remained in storage for 28 years in a heated garage supported on jacks to keep the suspension unloaded and the engine was turned over periodically to prevent it from seizing. The current owner purchased the vehicle in 2009 intending to restore it; however he has now found that he has too many other projects and has decided to sell the car. Described by the owner as a very original car in fair overall condition, it is believed to have only covered around 60,000 miles from new. Although roadworthy as demonstrated by a recent MoT test pass, the car would benefit from a full mechanical service in the hands of its new owner. Finished in green with a black leather interior, this Espada comes with a V5 document and an MoT certificate valid until March 2011. This is an excellent opportunity to acquire one of these modern classics to use and improve or as the basis for a full restoration to concours condition. Estimate: £15000 - £20000

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1907 Orel C8 4-Seater Wagonette - Antique Car For Sale

2010-07-23T09:31:00.000-07:00

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Lot 121 Registration Number: BS 8320 Chassis Number: 269 Automobiles Orel was founded by Mr. Orel in Argenteuil, France in 1905. The first Orel was a light car powered by an 8hp V-twin engine, and in 1907 the makers added a 7hp single and a 12hp four. Two of the singles ran in that year’s Coupe des Voiturettes, but without success. Orels grew larger over the next few years and by 1912 the range consisted of 8/10hp 2-cylinder and 14 and 18hp fours, all made by Buchet. For 1913 Orel joined the ranks of the sleeve-valve brigade using a 2½ litre 20/24hp Knight 4-cylinder engine. Sadly Mr. Orel was killed in the Great War bringing an end to the production of cars bearing his name. This vehicle spent most of its life in New Zealand, having only 3 owners until 2000, and is believed to be the only example of this model in existence. It was found in a barn on the North Island in 1959 and was left in its original state until 2000 when a restoration was completed to a very high standard by Tim Moore. It has a V-twin engine, producing 8 or 9 horsepower and a 3 speed gearbox with chain-drive. It is a four seater, however, the rear seats can be easily removed to enable the vehicle to be used as a utility. The car is fitted with oil lamps front and rear and is described by the owner as being in excellent overall condition. Included with the vehicle are photographs showing the restoration and even some of the original owner. With road tax valid until April 2011 and an MoT certificate valid until May 2011, this represents an opportunity to acquire a unique and interesting piece of vintage French motoring history. Estimate: £30000 - £40000

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1949 Alvis 3 Lite Prototype - Classic Car For Sale

2010-07-23T09:26:00.000-07:00

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Alvis 3 Lite Prototype - Formerly the property of Mr W M Dunn Lot 119 Registration Number: 4949HP Chassis Number: 23803 Three experimental prototype Three Litres were constructed prior to 23803 using a TA14 chassis and TA21 chassis. It is believed that this car was fabricated during 1949 but it was first registered as JWK290 on 7th March 1950. 23803 was built along the general lines of the TA21 chassis production. However, this chassis has far less corner and edge finish and was hand crafted by John Thompson Motor Pressings of Wolverhampton. Interestingly, 23804, its sister car competed in the 1951 Monte-Carlo Rally and was the Geneva Motor Show car, with 23803 at Geneva as the demonstrator, but there are rumours that 23804 disappeared in Kent many years ago. Both cars were completed with a modified Mulliners four-door saloon body, in appearance a modified version of the TA14 body, and both took up press and publicity duties during the early 1950s. Eventually 23803 was transferred to W.M.Dunn, the Alvis chief designer as his company car. It is believed, from the Works Build Records, that Mr Dunn had the car mechanically rebuilt to an updated specification with an engine and gearbox change subsequent to its media duties. It was used by the works until 1959 and in 1960 the car was rebuilt by the factory for Mr Dunn using the 23803 chassis and incorporating TD21 mechanical parts. As far as we know, Mr Dunn drove the car happily for the rest of his days. Subsequently, the car found its way in to the collection of Dennis Norton of Bromsgrove, a retired B.M.C engineer and museum owner, where the car was restored back to the condition and finish similar to that during W.M.Dunn’s ownership. As he knew that it was an important part of Alvis history, Mr Norton took on the dismantled car, having been packed into boxes in 1994 and went about a ground up restoration, of which pictures can be found in the history file. An interesting and rare item of Alvis History that has not only been preserved for posterity, but has come back to life and has a current MoT test certificate. 4949HP is one of the few Works development specials to have survived, as many of them were broken up by owners or not released by the Works. Included in the car’s history file is the original buff log book, proving W.M. Dunn’s ownership, bills and receipts for work completed, pictures of the car in period with Mr Dunn, period build sheets and a detailed history of the car by Nick Simpson, renowned Alvis specialist. Estimate: £15000 - £20000

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1979 Ferrari 512BB - Classic Car For Sale

2010-07-21T01:22:00.000-07:00

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Registration no: HLK77T Chassis no: 25571 Price: Refer Department Ferrari is sensitive to criticism and to intimations of lack of prestige. The Maserati and Lamborghini factories in and near Modena had already put into production sophisticated mid-engined cars while Ferrari was still selling the Daytona as its premier sports car. Unquestionably the Maserati Bora and the Lamborghini Miura were stealing sales from Ferrari and so, to achieve superiority in this state of the art sector, Ferrari developed a new car from scratch. The engine was a 4.4 litre flat 12 cylinder unit derived from Ferrariâ€˜s then Formula One engine, whilst coachwork was a sleek and aggressive berlinetta design by Pininfarina. Driving the new car, the Boxer, was a special treat. Compared with the Daytona it was light, responsive and a little more forgiving. However, like the Daytona, it had an abundance of power and demanded the utmost in concentration from its driver were its outer limits to be explored. The usual Ferrari development and improvement programme took place and culminated in a new, more powerful Boxer in 1976. Called the 512BB, this revised model used an enlarged version of the original Boxer engine bored out to 4.9 litres, thus enabling Ferrari to increase horsepower slightly while at the same time achieving a substantially higher torque rating. In 1981 the glorious banks of Weber carburettors gave way to super efficient Bosch fuel injection in order to meet American emissions requirements. Delivered new in 1979, this 512BB has covered only 19,000 miles from new and is described by the vendor as in excellent order throughout. In 2005 HLK77T was restored by renowned Ferrari specialists, Racing Technologies (now known as Autofficina) with full photographic record and proofs of work. The engine and suspension were fully rebuilt and interior re-trimmed. Offered in the classic colour combination of Rosso Corsa with Nero leather interior and Alcantara dash, this vehicle comes with original alloy wheels, V5 registration document, air conditioning and current MoT. Without question, the finest we have seen for many years.

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1938 Lancia Aprilla Mk I Lusso - Antique Car For Sale

2010-07-20T09:42:00.000-07:00

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Lot 114 Registration Number: NSJ 550 Chassis Number: 38L/8768 The Lancia Aprilia was one of the first cars designed using a wind tunnel in collaboration with Battista Farina and Politecnico di Torino, achieving a record low drag coefficient of 0.47. Production commenced in February 1937, the month in which the firm‘s founder died: this was the last of Vincenzo Lancia‘s designs, featuring four pillarless doors and a 1352 cc V4 motor providing 47 bhp. The first series, as offered here, was built from 1937 to 1939 with 10,354 examples rolling off the production line. Built in 1938, this very advanced pre-war sporting saloon was driven up to Scotland from Southampton in the 1980s, where it became everyday transport for its new owner, a retired nurse. It then passed in to the hands of a motor engineer and some 10 years ago was bought by a prominent Scottish lawyer, who stored the car. The Lancia was then bought from a Hereford auction by a retired engineer, who totally stripped the car down to the last nut and bolt. The complete body was given the ultimate rust treatment which involved 3 tank dips, one to remove the paint, one to kill the rust and one electrophoretic coat which is the same process undertaken on a modern car. The engine, gearbox, suspension and brakes were also rebuilt and the body was repainted and rebuilt with a new interior. A comprehensive history file is supplied with the car and this little Lancia offers very attractive pre war motoring. Estimate: £16000 - £20000

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1926 Lincoln Boattail Speedster - Antique Car For Sale

2010-07-16T01:37:00.000-07:00

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IT IS A RARE OCCATION AND OPPORTUNITY WHEN ONE GETS TO PURCHASE A PIECE OF ROARING 20'S HISTORY., IT IS A RARE OCCASION AND OPPORTUNITY WHEN ONE GETS TO PURCHASE A PIECE OF ROARING 20'S HISTORY. THIS MAGNIFICENT 1926 LINCOLN BOATAIL SPEEDSTER IS THE ONLY RESTORED ONE KNOWN TO EXIST IN THE WORLD. THIS BEAUTIFUL ICON COMES TO YOU FROM THE HENRY HARPER COLLECTION, ONE OF THE FOUNDING MEMBERS AND PRESIDENT FOR SEVERAL YEARS, OF THE LINCOLN CLUB. WHEN THIS CAR WAS RESTORED YEARS AGO, IT SET A NEW PRECEDENT FOR QUALITY AND PRESERVATION. THIS CAR RAISED THE JUDGING STANDARDS TO AN ALL-NEW LEVEL. HENRY WAS PARTNERS WITH KEN PEARSON IN A VERY NOTABLE TOOL AND DIE SHOP KNOWN AS WAUCONDA TOOL AND ENGINEERING. THIS CAR WAS RESTORED TO ROLLEX MOVEMENT STANDARDS AND PERFORMANCE. THE ORIGINAL L HEAD V-8 WAS RESTORED AND MODERNIZED INSIDE TO CRUISE AT 70 MPH ALL DAY LONG, WITH THE FINEST OF CRAFTSMANSHIP IMPLEMENTED WITH HI SPEED ROAD GEAR. THE CAR WAS RESTORED 40 YEARS AGO AND RECENTLY UNDERWENT A COMPLETE AND TOTAL PROFESSIONAL DETAIL. IT SPENT ITS RESTORED LIFE IN HENRY'S TEMPERATURE CONTROLLED PRIVATE MUSEUM FOR DECADES, IT LOOKS AND DRIVES LIKE THE DAY IT WAS RESTORED. THE CHASSIS UNDERNEATH IS CLEANED AND POLISHED AS BEAUTIFULLY AS THE EXTERIOR BODY PANELS. THE BRITEWORK IS ALL HARD NICKLE CHROME AND THE WIRE WHEELS ARE DAZZLING IN THE SUNLIGHT. THIS LINCOLN HAS THE RUMBLESEAT WITH ALL LEATHER INTERIOR AND TAN HARTS CLOTH TOP. MR. HARPER HAS DECIDED AT THIS JUNCTURE IN HIS LIFE, THAT IT IS TIME TO OFFER A RARE OPPORTUNITY FOR ANOTHER AUTOMOTIVE CONNOISSEUR TO ENJOY THIS STUNNING LINCOLN BOATIL AS MUCH AS HE HAS, FOR OVER 40 YEARS. DRIVES VERY FAST WITH EASE, SHIFTS SMOOTH AND RIDES TIGHT. TRULY A MAGESTIC SHOW STOPPER. BEST OF ALL THIS LINCOLN HAS THE BEST OF THE BEST PROVIDENCE, AWARDS INCLUDE: THE PRESIDENTS CUP, THE JAMES MELTON MEMORIAL CUP, CEDAR RAPIDS - FIRST JUNIOR, LAKE FOREST - BEST OF SHOW, LINCOLNS OWNERS' CLUB - BEST OF SHOW, ILLINOIS STATE FAIR - BEST OF SHOW, AND HUNTSVILLE, ALA. CENTRAL SPRING MEET - FIRST SENIOR. TO THIS DAY THE CAR HAS NEVER WON LESS THAN FIRST PLACE AT ANY MAJOR SHOWS. THIS CAR RECEIVED 100 POINTS AND BEST OF SHOW AT ALL MAJOR CONCOURS AND HAS NEVER BEEN BEATEN IN ANY COMPETITION.

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1967 Mercury Cougar 289 cid 200 hp V8 - Muscle Car For Sale

2010-07-15T03:55:00.000-07:00

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All our photos are taken in high resolution format in a custom built photo studio using professional grade lighting and camera equipment. We take great pride in our presentation and absolutely NO retouching or “Photoshop” work is performed on any of the photos used to market our vehicles! Motor Trend Car of the Year in 1967, the year of its release, the Cougar made a name for itself with its refined styling, athletic posture, potent engine choices, and luxury options. Positioned between the Mustang and the Thunderbird, the Mercury Cougar quickly came to define the luxury performance segment for the blue oval, and became the backbone of the Mercury line for many years to come. This well cared for code correct Onyx Black on red 1967 Mercury Cougar features: “C” code 289 cid 200 hp V8, power steering, power brakes, center console shift automatic transmission, swing away steering wheel, working original AM radio, overhead map light cluster, full instrumentation, remote adjustable driver’s mirror, Magnum 500 wheels, functional hide-away headlamps, and more. For those seeking to begin their collection, or for those who will get more enjoyment from a handsome driver than a bubble wrap stored trailer queen, this solid and well kept Cougar may be represent the perfect fit. Boasting a very nice professionally applied exterior finish and an extremely well kept mostly original interior, this Cougar is not only pretty to look at but very well sorted out mechanically and is a real joy to drive! The market for these more refined counter parts to the “Pony” car will not remain undervalued forever, those who follow collector car markets will seize upon opportunities such as this while they still can! Odometer currently reads 58,344 miles. Although it is possible for this to be original miles, we do not have documentation to support an actual mileage claim. PLEASE CONTACT US FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO DISCUSS FINANCING, SHIPPING, WARRANTY, AND TRADE OPTIONS. All cars are advertised locally and nationally. Classic & Exotic Motorcar Gallery reserves the right to end any listing early upon receipt of deposit. Please do not hesitate to call us with questions or to discuss securing a vehicle. IMPORTANT NOTE! We highly recommend that serious potential buyers either come visit us in person to view our inventory OR hire a third party inspector before making a vehicle purchase. We make every attempt to represent these vehicles as accurately as possible with high quality detailed photographs and text descriptions. However, we can not be held responsible for each individual’s level of expectation with regards to actual vehicle condition, most of our vehicles are over 20 years old and a car is only “NEW” once.

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1976 Mercedes-Benz 450 SEL - Classic Car For Sale

2010-07-13T04:09:00.000-07:00

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Finished in striking Anthracite Grey Metallic over exceptional black leather interior, this uncommon and iconic Mercedes Benz 450 SEL features power steering, power disc brakes, power windows, power antenna, cruise control, AC climate control system, original AM/FM/cassette stereo system, leather seats, dual side mirrors, 4.5 liter (M117) fuel injected V-8 engine, automatic transmission, original Mercedes wheels and more. Boasting only 69,908 actual ONE OWNER miles, this gorgeous car is likely one of the cleanest low mileage SEL examples available anywhere. In excellent overall condition, this 450 sports an almost perfect interior, a very clean all original engine compartment, excellent paint and bright work, clean original glass, a nicely detailed trunk and excellent mechanical performance. Car also comes with original owner’s manuals, warranty booklet and “Protect-O-Plate” with original owner’s info stamped into it. For the Mercedes enthusiast or for the collector seeking a beautifully cared for, distinctive, and well-crafted German coupe at an entry level price, this investment grade SEL is for you. Odometer currently reads 69,908 miles and is actual mileage.

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1972 Triumph TR6 - Classic Car For Sale

2010-07-12T08:15:00.000-07:00

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Last of the classic open headlamp TR sports cars beginning with the TR2 in 1954, the Triumph TR6 debuting for the U.S. market in 1969 quickly became one of the most iconic two seat roadsters produced, and served to redefine the generation of two seat roadsters which would follow. Fully occupied by other British Leyland projects the traditional designer for Triumph, Michelotti, was unable to attend to the new TR design and Triumph was forced to turn to the German coach builder Karmann for fresh architecture to flaunt the new 2.5 liter in-line 6 cylinder engine. Karmann managed to retain the TR’s basic inner structure, execute the new body design, and manufacture the necessary tooling all within 14 months, a fairly short time frame considering the TR6 was produced for more than 7 years. This 1972 Damson Maroon on Black interior Triumph TR6 sits in nicely detailed, correct and very well kept overall condition. Hailing from dry Southern California, and sporting its “Blue Plates”, this enthusiast grade English roadster boasts a very healthy well-maintained drive-train, fully functional electronics including all instruments, rust free body and chassis, correct convertible top with reflective strip, nice chrome bumpers, new tires, MOMO wood steering wheel, recent interior restoration as well as good overall paint and body fit and finish, clean undercarriage, spare tire and jack, and so much more. Fitted with correct 2.5 liter, 152 CID in-line 6 cylinder engine, correct dual “Stromberg” carburetors, 4 speed manual transmission, and more, this TR6 is the true embodiment of what a 2 seat roadster is all about and is likely one of the nicest and highly drivable cars available anywhere at any price. From the trademark sound of the robust and powerful in-line 6 cylinder engine to the feel of the wood steering wheel in your hands and the look of the trademark wood-grain dash and gauges, there can be little doubt that TR6 delivers more open top fun for the money than almost any other car on the road. For the true English car aficionado that demands only the best, there will be few opportunities to acquire such a fantastic and uniquely high caliber vehicle at such an entry level price. These cars do not sit on the market long, seize this opportunity while you can! Odometer currently reads 59,455 miles and according to previous owner is believed to be original mileage. However, due to age of car, we can’t guarantee this to be actual. PLEASE CONTACT US FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO DISCUSS FINANCING, SHIPPING, WARRANTY, AND TRADE OPTIONS. All cars are advertised locally and nationally. Classic & Exotic Motorcar Gallery reserves the right to end any listing early upon receipt of deposit. Please do not hesitate to call us with questions or to discuss securing a vehicle.

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1981 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit - Collector Car For Sale

2010-07-09T06:18:00.000-07:00

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Introduced in 1980 and produced until 1989 the Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow Mark I issued in a new design era and once again raised the bar of luxury and performance in the specialty car arena. Finished in elegant Cotswold Beige Metallic over all original dark brown leather/beige piped interior, this handsome low mileage Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit features a host of luxury appointments such as wood trimmed leather interior, Blaupunkt stereo cassette stereo system, power windows, power seats, dual zone climate control, cruise control, automatic transmission, self leveling suspension, and so much more. Powered by the tried and true 6.75 liter V-8 engine, these big road cars not only offer tremendous luxury but also solid performance and unparalleled opulence. Simply put there is nothing else like a Rolls Royce! This highly original car boasts just a little more than 20,000 actual miles with a clean CarFax and is fully functional including all instruments, power accessories, and bells and whistles. Overall condition is good, exterior finish is showing signs of age but does present well, interior is original condition and is showing some minor signs of age as well, but looks quite good in person and has that wonderful Rolls-Royce leather smell. The vehicle has only one noteworthy flaw, a medium sized dent in the hood that is visible in the photos, chrome and brightwork are all quite nice showing only very minor signs of age. This Florida kept Rolls also comes with its original manuals as well as a host of maintenance receipts and Florida registration receipts.

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1971 Mercedes Benz 280SE 3.5 Convertible - Classic Car For Sale

2010-07-08T06:36:00.000-07:00

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When introduced in the early 1960s, all Mercedes-Benz W111-chassis ‘S-Class’ cars were powered by the company’s reliable 6-cylinder engine. Displacing just over 2.2 liters with a cross-flow cylinder head and overhead camshaft, their performance can only be described as stately. Later developments in engineering as well as the introduction of the W108 chassis that replaced the W111 sedans also influenced the styling of higher-displacement coupes and cabriolets. However, despite another few increases in power, the high-priced 280SE with a top that went down was still not competitive. That reputation for solidly-built but lackluster-performing automobiles changed dramatically when the 230-horsepower, 3.5-liter V-8 was introduced in Germany for the 1970 model year. This car offered mighty performance to match its grand-touring, if not sporting, stance. Based on numerous developments that stemmed in no small part from the W100 and W109s 6.3 liter V-8 introduced a few years earlier, the W111 280SE chassis was up to the power. Like its predecessors, the body structure was of unitized construction. Mercedes had perfected its independent front suspension with coil springs and refined its low-pivot swing-axle independent rear. The result was a solid, rigid, quiet and stiff platform that was ideally suited to form the base of a luxury automobile. The success of the first V-8 cars were built on the strong foundation from better US marketing of Mercedes’ S-Class cars that really took off in earnest with the introduction of the 111-series 220SEb coupes and convertibles for the 1962 model year. The 1962 220SEb evolved, almost without visual changes, into the 250SE, and then the 280SE coupes and convertibles. The conservative styling did not include the vestigial tail fins of the period sedans, and endured right up to 1970, when Mercedes lowered the front grille a bit and created the all-aluminum, 3.5-liter overhead-cam V-8 powered car that would be produced in limited numbers for the next two years, yet for only one of these were the cars exported to the pivotal US market.Featured here is a stunning example of a 1971 Mercedes-Benz 280SE 3.5. Recently professionally restored in the correct factory ‘mittelblau’ metallic over Saddle Roser leather with acres of burl-walnut trim and a contrasting Haartz cloth convertible top, the results are nothing short of stunning, understated opulence combined with the power, handling and ride comfort this generation of Mercedes-Benz automobiles are known for. As all 802 examples that reached the United States were equipped, this car features factory-installed Behr air-conditioning, a Becker Europa stereo radio, dash-mounted clock, power-windows, vacuum-operated power locks and much more. As remarked on by marque specialist Alex Dearborn, ‘The enthusiast would have a hard time finding a collectible car so thoroughly modern and easy to use. With their snug-fitting six-layer convertible tops, excellent sound-deadening, and quiet V-8s, they can cruise the interstates at today’s elevated speeds, delivering four people to their weekend destinations in better comfort than many new cars. Service and parts are easy to obtain through hundreds of knowledgeable dealers and independent shops.’ If you have been looking for the right and correct one of these to buy in an understated and uncommon color combination such as this one, you would be hard-pressed to acquire a better example.

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1927 Ford Roadster Mid-Engine Pantara Roadster - Hot Rod For Sale

2010-07-04T04:26:00.000-07:00

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Chassis, Frame................................. 2X3 square tube, Bob Wood, Newark, Ca.

Wheel base......................... 116"

Front suspension..................Heidts IFS w/ Aldan coil over shocks

Front Brakes........................Wilwood four piston caliper Disc w/Heidt's spindles

Rear Suspension...................DiTomaso Pantara w/ Aldan coil over shocks

Differential............................72 Di Tomaso Pantara limited-slip

Transaxle

Rear Brakes.........................Wilwood Disc

Master Cylinder....................Tilton w/Wilwood pedal assembly

Steering................................Mustang ll

Wheels.................................Boyd Coddington 15X7 front, 17X12 rear, polished billet

Tires.....................................BF Goodrich Comp TA's 205/50r15's & 275/60r17's

Gas Tank..............................13gal steel

Body, Style......................................Roadster

Manufacturer.........................Steel/FOMOCO

Grille......................................32 Ford (2-32 Ford shell mated together& shortened)

Hood.....................................Acura

Trunk.....................................Made from Plymouth Laser hood

Rear rolled pan.......................Made from 56 Chevy PU rear fender upside-down

Doors.....................................Lengthened 6"

Quarter Panels........................Lengthened 6"

Lights......................................Front Jeep Fog lights/ Rear 70 Plymouth Parking lights

Mirrors....................................Volkswagen

Interior, New Ultra Leather....................Upholstery Guy, Prescot Az.

Instruments................................VDO

Seats.........................................Custom made and embroidered

Drive Train, Engine Block............................1972 Ford Cleveland V-8

Displacement............................351 CU. IN.

Machining.................................Engine Parts & Machine, Fremont, Ca.

Pistons......................................9:1

Induction...................................Edelbrock polished manifold/Carter 650cfm 4bbl

Exhaust.....................................modified Sanderson headers powder coated, glass packs

Transmission.............................Pantara 72ZF Five-speed

Clutch.......................................Centerforce disc & pressure plate /Pantara Shifter

Drive shaft.................................Pantara half-shafts

Cooling.....................................2 Walker Radiators plumber together one front one side

Here is a very unique offering like you will not see again in a lifetime. If a four wheel motorcycle could be invented, this would be it. It gives the driver a similar feeling of excitement and freedom of the road, wind in the face, unmatched acceleration and love of life as it turns every head.

1927 Ford, Mid-Engine, Pantara Roadster.

It was a feature article in the 1993 May issue of "Street Rodder" Magazine as, "The DiTomaso T". I have the article and complete build sheet on the car. I got the car as part of a trade and I am going to advertise it this spring. The car was professionally built and it shows in every detail. The body and paint work is superb. It starts right up, shifts flawlessly from gear to gear and the power to weight ratio puts it in the, "monster", category. We know what it would cost to reproduce it. So I figure $35000, or best offer, is less than half of what it would cost to build. If you are thinking about making a classic car investment this spring, this one deserves a serious look. You will never find another one like it in a lifetime.

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1964 Cadillac DeVille - Classic Car For Sale

2010-07-03T01:20:00.000-07:00

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Finished in gorgeous factory correct Ebony Black paint over well kept red interior, this elegant 1964 model Cadillac represents the last of a breed and the end of the line for the great finned Caddys. Fitted with 429 CID 340 HP V-8 engine, 3 speed automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, factory A/C climate control system, power windows, power convertible top, power front seat, chrome wire wheels, rear wheel side skirts, glove box mounted CD stereo system, and more, this DeVille is a well sorted out and highly original example that will delight even the most discerning owner. Boasting a very well done and nicely kept older body on restoration, this rare Caddy will stand tall at any car show or cruise night and will likely be the only one of its kind on display. Not restored to be a trailer queen but rather a usable classic, this full size work of automotive art is also an excellent driving car that always starts quickly and is an absolute joy going down the road, the 429 V8 makes plenty of power, transmission shifts through all gears smoothly and the car tracks nice and straight having just received a full front end rebuild. These vintage Cadillacs represent the best that American car designers and manufacturers had to offer and still today are some of the most collectible and revered classics the world over, cars that continue to enjoy tremendous market potential and great investment pieces… do not miss this unique opportunity to acquire a fantastic piece of automotive history. Odometer currently reads 24,042 miles, we believe the actual mileage to be 124,042 miles. However, due to age of the car and lack of documentation we are not making any mileage claims.

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1999 Lamborghini Diablo SV - Classic Car For Sale

2010-07-02T10:09:00.000-07:00

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At a time when the legendary high-performance Italian sports car firm Lamborghini was financed by the Swiss-based Mimram brothers, development began on a project codenamed simply ''132'' in June of 1985. Known to few and only as a replacement for the then-dominant Countach model, the essential requirement before any design began to take shape was that its top speed had to be no less than a super-legal 315 kilometers per hour. The Diablo was named after a ferocious bull raised by the Duke of Veragua in the 19th century, famous for fighting an epic battle with ''El Chicorro'' in Madrid on the 11th of July, 1869. In the words of Top Gear presenter Jeremy Clarkson, the Diablo was designed "solely to be the biggest head-turner in the world."Diablo''s design was entrusted to Marcello Gandini, who was responsible for the new car''s two immediate predecessors. Following Chrysler''s purchase of the company in 1987, money was provided to complete the development, yet top management was unimpressed with Gandiniâ€™s designs and commissioned its design team in Detroit to execute a third extensive redesign that smoothed out the trademark sharp edges and corners of Gandini''s original design.Presented to the public for the first time on the 21st of January, 1990 and with prices starting at just over $240,000, Diablo debuted at Monaco''s famed Hotel de Paris during the second ''Lamborghini Day''. Power came from a 5.7-litre, 48-valve version of the legendary Lamborghini V-12 that featured dual overhead cams and computer-controlled multi-point fuel injection, producing a maximum output of 492 brake horsepower and 427 pound-feet of torque. The vehicle could reach 60 miles per hour in slightly under 4 seconds and topped out at a top speed of 202 mph. Even at over $240,000, the vehicle was somewhat spartan, featuring only basic radio functions along with manual windows, adjustable but unpowered seats and no anti-lock brakes, mostly to minimize the vehicle''s already high kerb weight. A few options were available; having the driver''s seat molded specifically for the buyer, a rear spoiler, a $2,600 factory fitted-luggage set and an exclusive $10,500 dashboard clock. Even though some felt it under-amenitied, keeping the weight off garnered it the title of fastest production car in the world the following year as it beat the Ferrari F40 by a single mile-per-hour. The Diablo held the title for two years until Jaguar''s XJ220 claimed a top speed of 217mph - making it the fastest production car of 1993.Special features, such as all-wheel-drive and a host of performance packages harking back to the glory days of the Miura using terms that included SV and ''Jota'', soon came to market. Offered here is one of the most opulent and best performing of these. This 1999 Lamborghini Diablo SV is one of only 25 cars built to US specifications with rare rear-wheel drive and has just over 11,500 certified miles to its credit from new. Finished in titanium over a sumptuous tan leather interior with contrasting gray piping and offering factory air scoops only offered on these scarce Special Edition ''Super Veloce'' models, it has benefited from meticulous upkeep throughout its life. The car retains its original owners manuals and keyless-entry remote fobs as well and sports the trademark factory rear wing, open headlights, a high-performance exhaust system, updated air conditioning and much more to suit the most discerning buyer of this rare and appreciating neo-classic Italian supercar.

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1969 Austin-Healey Sprite Mk IV - Classic Car For Sale

2010-07-01T06:26:00.000-07:00

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Presented to the world at the London Motor Show in October 1966, the newest Austin Healey Mark IV Sprite made its debut boasting a bigger 1,275 cc engine and other improvements. Successor to the successful Austin Seven, the Sprite began its journey in 1958 and was produced until 1971 although importation into the US ceased in 1969. This 1969 model Sprite roadster is one of only 22,790 made between 1966 and 1971. Finished in classic Tartan Red over black trim and equipped with 1,275 cc dual carb engine, 4 speed manual transmission, full instrumentation, rear luggage rack, tonneau cover and more, this uncommon English roadster sits in highly original condition boasting original interior, drive train and mostly original paint with a few touch-ups having been performed over the years. Just acquired from a small collection in West Virginia, this handsome car also boasts only a little more than 60,000 miles since new and has had the same owner for more than 22 years! A very enjoyable car to drive, this Mark IV a very solid example of a last generation Austin Healey 2 seat roadster. Likely one of a very few original examples left, the European car enthusiast will recognize this unique opportunity.

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