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Wednesday, 15 January 2020

1995 MITSUBISHI 3000 GT SPYDER - COYS AUCTIONS Grand Marques Sale MECC Forum 100, 6229GV Maastricht The Netherlands Friday 17th January 2020

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Grand Marques Sale

MECC
Forum 100, 6229GV Maastricht

The Netherlands

Friday 17th January 2020

1995 MITSUBISHI 3000 GT SPYDER

ESTIMATE €30,000- €35,000

The Mitsubishi 3000 GT was produced from 1992 to 1999, at a time where the rise of multiple Japanese supercars was very apparent. From the rotary-powered Mazda RX-7 to the legendary Nissan Skyline GT-R, there was no shortage of technologically advanced coupes with supercar beating capabilities. A combination of powerful turbocharged engines and previously unseen technological improvements made these vehicles appealing to a wide audience, at the fraction of the cost of a traditional supercar. The Mitsubishi 3000 GT was one of a handful of production vehicles that was instrumental in influencing the improved mechanisation of cars in the years that followed. For instance, features such as active aerodynamics and an all-wheel-drive system came as standard in the 3000 GT

Despite the complex hardware causing the 3000 GT to weigh in at over 1700 kg, acceleration from 0-60 mph was claimed to take just 5.5 seconds. In addition to this, the vehicle offered great long-distance touring capabilities and boasted rear high-speed stability and grip, partly as a result of a wide rear spoiler. Owners of these cars are said to appreciate the impressive straight-line performance and lavish interior.

The example offered today is the rarest variant- the 3000 GT Spyder- and there are very few known examples in Europe in particular. This is because the company named ASC (American Sunroof Corporation) carried out the conversions on regular coupes by using an automatic folding roof, similarly to Mercedes for the SLK a few years later. The vendor describes the vehicle as being very good mechanically, with a few cosmetic blemishes on the folding roof. As both a Japanese sports icon and a usable weekend toy, this represents an opportunity to buy a cult convertible which is ready to drive immediately.

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Tuesday, 6 October 2015

1957 MERCEDES-BENZ 220S CABRIOLET - COYS AUCTIONS 10-10-15

1957 MERCEDES-BENZ 220S CABRIOLET

Right Hand Drive - One of 20 Produced

Estimate: £28,000 - £38,000

Registration Number: 167 EVJ

Chassis Number: 180030-75-06195

It is not always appreciated what a stir Mercedes-Benz road cars made in the 1950s. Leaving aside such obvious stars as the 300SL 'Gullwing', there were headlines like 'Magnificent Mercedes' when a new saloon came out. It is not hard to see why: the company introduced new levels of build quality to even its most mundane models.

Take the 220S, here was a discreetly styled saloon with a top speed of 100mph – when it was introduced in 1956, 100mph was beyond some sports cars. It was superbly assembled at a time when most saloons were of dubious quality and it had such features as servo-assisted brakes and an overhead camshaft engine.

It also basked in the reflected glory of Mercedes-Benz's legendary return to Grand Prix racing in 1954 (Fangio won back-to-back World Championships) and it's winning of the 1955 World Sports Car Championship. The kudos which surrounded the model range cannot be understated especially since Mercedes-Benz insisted on direct correlations between its road cars and competition cars.

With the cars it introduced in the 1950s, Mercedes-Benz began to move to its present market niche. It was a decision which paid off as Mercedes-Benz has become an extraordinarily successful company on the back of matchless engineering and build quality. The 220S is part of that tradition and remains one of the most desirable motorcars of its day.

At the top of the range was the S Cabriolet, a stylish and graceful tourer, of which this is a fine example. 167 EVJ is particularly unusual in being one of just a handful of original right-hand drive examples built and it is believed out of the original 20 produced only 8 remain. 167 EVJ was first registered on the 15th July 1957 and has had 3 owners since with the current owner purchasing the car on the 22nd May 1973 for £500; the bill of sale is included in the file.

During the vendors ownership 167 EVJ has been loved and cherished throughout and is supplied with original instruction manual and sales brochure along with various bills and receipts from specialists such as Werner Karasch and Company, a UK V5 and a copy of the build sheets.

With long term ownership of over 40 years; accompanied with a comprehensive history file and being one of a handful of cars remaining, this drophead aptly reflects the chic of the 1950s.

Auction:

Sat 10th October 2015 at 3:00pm

Viewing:

Friday 9th October 2015 - 12.00pm - 6.00pm

On the day of auction from 10.00am

Location:

Ascot Racecourse

Ascot Berkshire, SL5 7JX

Friday, 31 July 2015

1959 FIAT MULTIPLA ABARTH - Coys Auction, Nurburgring 08/08/15

1959 FIAT MULTIPLA ABARTH

Estimate: €30,000 - €40,000
Registration Number: EU Taxes Paid
Chassis Number: 54054

It is widely believed that the Fiat 500 was Fiat's first rear-engined post-war people's car, but it was, in fact, predated by the 600 or Seicento. Produced from 1955 to 1969, it measured only 321cm in length but could still accommodate four people and their luggage. It was such a success in post-war Italy that some 2.6 million were built at Fiat's Mirafiori plant. The 600's popularity was not, however, confined to Italy alone, as a wide range of countries, from Russia to Argentina, built the car under licence. Power came from a water-cooled four cylinder motor which was able to propel the little Fiat to 59mph with the 633cc engine or even to 68mph with the later 767cc variant.
A year after the 600's debut, the Multipla was introduced; based on the same mechanical components but with the front suspension from the bigger Fiat 1100, it was nothing less than the first people carrier, and could seat six despite being only 50cm longer than the Austin Mini! Not surprisingly it was widely used as a taxi in its native Italy.
This very special Multipla was in ownership at a Fiat-Abarth dealer who used it for dealer marketing comunication. Its engine has been updated with the Abarth kit available at the time, consisting of special exhaust, Abarth dashboard, increased oil sump, special cammes, and a Dell'Orto carburator. In the 2000s it was fitted also with 124 Abarth wheels.

This car has been recently restored in the body, interior, and mechanically it is in wonderful condition. It now runs like brand new, and photographs documenting the car's restoration can be found in the car's file.

Dieser ganz besondere Multipla war im Besitz eines Fiat-Abarth-Händlers, sein Motor wurde in dieser Zeit aufgewartet, ebenfalls ein spezieller Auspuff, Armaturenbrett, verstärkter Ölwanne und Dell'Orto Vergaser. In den 2000er Jahren wurde es auch mit 124er Abarth-Reifen ausgestattet.

Das Auto ist kürzlich an Karosserie, Interieur und Mechanik restauriert worden, und ist in einem sehr guten Zustand und läuft wieder wie neu. Foto´s die die Restaurierung dokumentieren finden sich in der Auto-Akte.

For further information or to arrange a viewing, please contact our sales department.

Thursday, 30 July 2015

1967 FORD MUSTANG SHELBY GT500 - Coys Auction Nurburgring 08/08/15

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1967 FORD MUSTANG SHELBY GT500

Estimate: €100,000 - €130,000

Registration Number: Czech Republic Registered

Chassis Number: 67402F2A01323

This is perhaps the most documented, unique and collectable Ford Mustang existing today. With known history and ownership dating back to its original order at the Ford dealership in California on 15th November 1966, to its release on 16th January 1967 and the build date of 31st January 1967. This GT500 is registered in the “Shelby World Registry 1997” on pages 653 and 727 and “SAAC Shelby Registry 2011” on pages 827 and 983. The production sheet for the #01323 was marked “Pica Rivera inventory”. Chassis #01323 was sold on 13th October 1967 by Holiday Ford to its first owner, Patrick D. Carle from Mountain View, California. Patrick drove the Shelby as a “normal” car until 1974, when he decided to transform chassis #01323 into a competition car, so he got a racing license for the B/P- Class (B-Production). As a GT500, he would have to drive in the Trans AM class, but the rivalry was too great there.

The 428 PI engine was replaced by a 289, the roll cage modified, a reinforcement welded on the frame, a new racing exhaust pipe mounted, etc. In the end the car was an official GT350 prepared for racing. Patrick stored all the disassembled parts, all of which were reused for the later renovation, with the exception of the engine, gearbox, spring suspension and differential gear stick.

After all the necessary transformations, the license from SCCA (Sports Car Club of America) was granted. The original blue colour was changed to orange. Patrick registered his “GT350 #01323” at SCCA driving school in Sears Point in March 1974. The Shelby received a logbook with identification number 33-704. The logbook shows more records and it accompanied the Shelby through its entire racing career. The races were held in 1974, 1975 and 1976 at Sears Point and Laguna Seca. Unfortunately, four pages are missing from the original logbook, so it's impossible to specify when the last race was held. The SCCA logbook shows two black and white photos from 1974.

Patrick sold the “GT350” and all parts to Jerry Lecatsas, who had lent him the Cougar for the SCCA in 1974 and also sponsored him. Jerry, who also lived in Hayward, was (and still is) a Mustang/Shelby enthusiast. His Shelby experience goes back to the sixties. The car subsequently passed hands a few hands before being purchased by the cars current vendor on the 19th September 2005.

The odometer shows 74,000 miles, which is believed to be accurate. The car was painted with the original color “Nightmist Blue” in 1991, and carries a charming original patina. Chassis #01323 is said to start and run perfectly. As for the engine, the differential from 1975 with a gear ratio of 4.79:1 is changed to the original with the gear ratio of 3.50:1.

This Shelby GT500 has its own, interesting story to be told, granting a mystical past and character. According to the contemporary state of knowledge, the GT500 is the only one to have a SCCA logbook. It also oozes a certain charm, 4-speed top loader, centre lights and an incredible colour, which makes any admirer's heart beat faster, wherever it is seen.

Dieser einzigartige Ford Mustang ist der wohl meist dokumentierte den es heute noch gibt. Mit seiner planmäßigen Produktion vom 31. Januar 1967, wurde dieser GT500 registriert und findet sich in der “Shelby World Registry 1997” auf den Seiten 653 und 727, und in der “SAAC Shelby Registry 2011” auf den Seiten 827 und 983 wieder. Der Produktionsbogen für Nr. 01323 wurde mit “Pica Rivera Bestand” gekennzeichnet. Verkauft wurde der Wagen am 13. Oktober 1967 von Holiday Ford an Herrn Patrick D., seinem ersten Eigentümer.