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Saturday 28 May 2022

1997 FERRARI F355 BERLINETTA - SILVERSTONE AUCTIONS Saturday 4th June 2022 The Runway, Sywell Aerodrome

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Sywell, Northampton, NN6 0BT



1997 FERRARI F355 BERLINETTA
Registration No: P191 CCT
Chassis No: ZFFXR41B000108071
Estimate: £60,000-£65,000


Inheriting the proportions of its predecessor, the F355 was outwardly a much better-resolved proposition, both aesthetically and aerodynamically. However, beneath the fabulous styling and smoother skin, were further major advancements, including power steering, variable damping and a 100cc engine enlargement. The longitudinally mounted 3496cc V8 generated a market-leading 380 horsepower at a spine-tingling 8,250rpm and the gearbox now had six speeds with a revised synchromesh making gear changes so much smoother. New electronically adjustable shock absorbers varied their stiffness within milliseconds to suit the road surface and the result of all these developments was evident around Ferrari's 1.86 mile Fiorano test track when the F355 was two seconds a lap faster than the 12-cylinder 512 TR.

Sitting on the cusp between analogue and digital the F355 is considered the forerunner of all modern Ferraris and as the last of the hand-built cars before the 360 and later descendants moved to mass production. It will inevitably slip into the role of 'Classic Ferrari' with ease becoming increasingly sought after now as the market appreciated next years investment.

Finished in gleaming Nero Black with a Cuoio Naturale hide interior, this six-speed manual gearbox car was originally supplied by Forza S.R.L Torino in Italy on 18th March 1997 to Mr Andrea Usellini. It was purchased by our vendor in the Spring of 2019 and has been stored during his ownership. The current indicated mileage is 46,511km (28,900 miles).

From the original stamped service booklet we can see that the Ferrari was looked after by Forza in Torino, NEW O.R.A.M in Geneva and in January 2017, by Fiorano in London, at which point the belts were changed. Other works included GVE London fitting a new clutch to the car in late 2016. The history file also contains the original handbooks and the full original tool kit is still with the car. Whilst the cambelts were changed in January 2017, and the car has only travelled approximately 4,300km since then, it would be advisable to conduct a recommissioning start-up after a prolonged time in storage.

Offered from private ownership in a particularly stylish colour combination, this left-hand drive, low mileage, manual gearbox car appears very attractively guided.





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Friday 27 May 2022

2010 FORD FOCUS RS500 - SILVERSTONE AUCTIONS Saturday 28th May 2022

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2010 FORD FOCUS RS500
[02/500]
Registration No: R5 SOO
Chassis No: WF0GXXGCDGAJ66872
Engine No: AJ66872

Number 002 of 500 is a superbly presented example of one of the fastest, most capable, front-wheel-drive cars ever produced.

GUIDE PRICE: £65,000-£75,000


The Ford Focus RS500 made its global debut at the Leipzig Motor Show on April 9th, 2010 and marked the final swansong for production of the remarkable, second generation, Focus RS. The new and more powerful, limited-edition Focus RS500 model was launched as the ultimate performance Ford to provide the definitive driving experience for serious performance car enthusiasts. The new model was given the RS500 designation to highlight its strictly limited production run of 500 individually-numbered vehicles and featured a muscular 345bhp, 2.5-litre, 5-cylinder engine, which generated 15% more power than the standard Focus RS and delivered truly exhilarating performance.

In the raw, the RS looked a bit of a 'beastie' with its gaping grille, 19-inch wheels, flared arches, deep diffuser, and a wing that would embarrass a Porsche Turbo, and left you in no doubt about its intentions, however, the limited-edition RS500 is even more dramatic, sporting a unique matt black 'foil' paint finish with matching alloy wheels and delivering a powerful visual impact unmatched by any other production Ford. The last of these remarkable vehicles left Ford's Assembly Plant in Germany in September 2010.

Offered here is Number ‘002’ of the 500 built and was first registered in the UK on the 20th July 2010. It's a UK-supplied, right-hand drive car that had covered just 17,230 miles at the time of cataloguing. Our vendor is the car's second owner, having purchased it in July 2014, and we understand from him that the RS from brand new went straight to Mountune where some performance parts were fitted including their Sports Exhaust, brake calliper/disc kits and inlet plenum etc. These parts are still fitted to the Focus but the car's first owner wisely kept all the original parts and they have remained with the car and could be refitted if required as they are included in the sale.

There is comprehensive service history with the car which is documented in the accompanying history file. The last visit to the Ford main dealer was in October 2021 and the RS500 has a current MOT valid until the 14th of October 2022. Pleasingly, the vendor has generously included the very appropriate registration ‘R5 SOO’ in the sale of the vehicle.

Supplied with a UK V5c, two sets of keys, the appropriate private registration plate, original parts along with the aforementioned history file containing details of its comprehensive service history, this car presents a special opportunity to own a rare RS model that joins a long line of iconic RS Fords.





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Thursday 26 May 2022

1980 FORD ESCORT Mk2 1300 SPORT - SILVERSTONE AUCTIONS Saturday 28th May 2022

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1980 FORD ESCORT Mk2 1300 SPORT
Lot No: 486
Registration No: LPW 601V
Chassis No: BBATWY805230

Rare Mk2 1300 Sport in exceptional condition with less than 500 miles since a superbly detailed restoration.

There is a Sale Room Notice on this lot, please read this before placing a bid

GUIDE PRICE: £30,000 - £35,000

+ buyers premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT) on the first £300,000 of the hammer and 10% plus VAT (12% incl VAT) thereafter




One of the rarest Mk2 Escorts available and in outstanding condition throughout having benefitted from a recent bare shell restoration. Finished in Radiant Red with the ‘on trend’ Black Vinyl Roof and the original Sports cloth interior it is clear that great lengths have been taken to produce this exceptional example, from the underside to the fully detailed engine bay housing the rebuilt engine and gearbox, from the cleanest of boots to the exemplary paint finish to the fully refurbished wheels wearing new Yokohama 185/60/13 tyres. With less than 500 miles covered since completion this MKII 1300 Sport, with just three previous recorded keepers, a full mechanical overhaul and a fresh MOT certificate just completed it will now require a period of running in to achieve the best results from this understated Escort providing a rare opportunity for the serious Ford collector that may not rear its head again in the near future. Your earliest inspection is welcomed and encouraged.





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Tuesday 24 May 2022

1938 Bentley 'Razor Edge' Brougham Saloon - SILVERSTONE AUCTIONS Saturday 28th May 2022 The Runway, Sywell Aerodrome Sywell, Northampton, NN6 0BT

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1938 Bentley 'Razor Edge' Brougham Saloon
Freestone & Webb 'Brougham' 
Lot No: 415
Registration No: CTF 148
Chassis No: B66LS
Engine No: N2BZ


By the end of the 1930s the 'Derby' Bentley, introduced towards the beginning of that decade following the firm's take-over by Rolls-Royce, had undergone a number of significant developments, not the least of which was an increase in bore size in 1936 that upped the capacity to 4,257cc, a move that coincided with the adoption of superior Hall's Metal bearings. This new engine was shared with the equivalent Rolls-Royce - the 25/30hp - and as had been the case with the preceding 3½-Litre model, enjoyed a superior specification in Bentley form, boasting twin SU carburettors, raised compression ratio and a more 'sporting' camshaft. Thus the new 4¼-Litre model offered more power than before while retaining the well-proven chassis with its faultless gear change and servo-assisted brakes.

The Derby Bentley was, of course, an exclusively 'coachbuilt' automobile. Of the 2,442 manufactured, almost 50 percent were bodied by Park Ward in a limited number of styles. The delightful example offered here, however, visited Messers Freestone & Webb of North London who had become known for building arrestingly beautiful bespoke bodies and distinctive coachwork in small-volume batches. Most notable in this period was their 'razor-edge' style, which was rapidly copied by many other coachbuilders and would remain influential into the early 1950s. 'B66LS' was indeed clothed in crisply styled, Brougham four-door saloon coachwork and copy chassis cards on file show that chassis number 'B66LS' was delivered to them on 1st December 1937 and issued with a guarantee on 18th February 1938. It should be noted that the chassis card records the original engine as 'U8BS'.

The Bentley's first owner was Herman Rawlinson, Esq. of Rawtenstall, Lancashire and its original registration was 'CTF 148', which it retains to this day. The accompanying old-style continuation logbook (issued 1953) lists Douglas Hall as owner from May 1952 followed by the dealership Charles Clark & Son (Stafford) Ltd. and then from October 1957 by George William Crump, who registered his ownership with Bentley Motors in July 1960. Its next owner was Clement Oscar Day of Norwell Woodhouse, Nottinghamshire. Subsequent ownership is detailed in the accompanying history file along with the aforementioned buff logbook, copies of the factory chassis cards and various invoices detailing works carried out over the years by marque specialists Ristes Motor Company amongst others.

Classically finished in Black over Maroon with black painted wire wheels and a substantial chromium-plated rack on which to strap your 'Steamer Trunk', 'B66LS' presents extremely well and, with a recent mechanical overhaul, is on the button and ready to be enjoyed as intended. Only available now due to present owners age and realignment of his collection. A true ‘gentleman’s carriage’ from an era of motoring greats and exclusively coachbuilt automobiles. An absolute delight.









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