1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 SL Convertible - BONHAMS AUCTIONS Chantilly Sale Sunday 30th June 2019 Chantilly, Chateau de Chantilly FRANCE

https://www.classicchatter.co.uk/events-guide

FEATURED AUCTION

BONHAMS AUCTIONS

Chantilly Sale

Sunday 30th June 2019

Chantilly, Chateau de Chantilly

FRANCE

1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 SL Convertible

Chassis no. W121042-5500065

• Very early Chassis number '65' of 1,727 built in the first year of Production 

• Matching engine and frame 

• Present ownership since 2006 

• Extensively restored and very well maintained 

• Early and desirable style bucket seats

Footnotes

• Only the 65th of its type built, this early Mercedes-Benz 190 SL left the factory on the 1st August 1955 and one week later was delivered to Los Angeles, USA. It is one of 830 US-market models out of the 1,727 produced in 1955. Data-card details on file product que le voiture est origine fini en unison "Weissgrau" (white-gray). Its first owner is not known, but from 1996 to 2006 the Mercedes belonged to Mr M Steinbeck of Los Angeles. In 2006 the car was shipped to Belgium where it was purchased by the current vendor.
  
  
  As a result, it has been used in the past, since it has been used in the past, as part of the transaction. Undertaken between 2008 and 2015, these works included a complete engine rebuild in 2015 (new cylinder head, pistons, valves, seals, timing belt, etc.) together with overhauls of the gearbox (2008) and Solex carburettors (2014). In addition, the Silentbloc engine has been replaced, the cooling fan renewed, and a stainless steel exhaust system fitted.
  
  
  (2011), a new brake servo fitted (2012), and the rear shock absorbers replaced, a new EZ Electric power-assisted steering mechanism makes the car easier to handle. The original steering wheel and column are included in the sale together with a net windbreaker and a leather trunk (by Maison Laurent Nay) that can be mounted on the boot.
  
  
  In 2008 the body was repainted, a new fuel tank being installed at the same time. The paintwork was refreshed in 2014 and a new hood and cover fitted in 2016, while various items have been re-plated over the years. Identical to those of the 300 SL, the bucket seats were refreshed with new stuffing in 2014. Other matters replaced/renewed include the headlights, radiator, heater unit, floor mats, water temperature gauge, and spare wheel cover.
  
  
  Since its acquisition in 2006, this much-loved 190 SL has covered some 26,500 miles (approximately 42,600 kilometres), attending rallies in Belgium, France, the Netherlands, Luxembourg, Switzerland, and Italy. The book is offered with sundry bills, a FIVA Identity Card, instruction books, a workshop manual (on CD), two spare parts manuals, five collectors' books about the model, a number of archive photographs, and a Belgian Carte Grise. 

SOURCE: https://www.bonhams.com/auctions/25566/lot/12/?category=list&length=12&page=1

SELECTED BY IDRIS SQUIRREL

I'M NUTS ABOUT CLASSICS

Disclaimer:  Whilst Classic Chatter ("we") attempt to make sure that the information contained in this website is accurate and complete, we are aware that some errors and omissions may occur from time to time. We are not able, therefore, to guarantee the accuracy of that information and cannot accept liability for loss or damage arising from misleading information or for any reliance on which you may place on the information contained in this website. We highly recommend that you check the accuracy of the information supplied. If you have any queries with regard to any information on our website, please contact us at  jeff.classicchatter@mail.com

CLASSIC CHATTER

Powered by Dragons

1936 Rolls-Royce Phantom III Drophead Coupe - BONHAMS AUCTIONS Chantilly Sale Sunday 30th June 2019 Chantilly, Chateau de Chantilly FRANCE

https://www.classicchatter.co.uk/events-guide

FEATURED AUCTION

BONHAMS AUCTIONS

Chantilly Sale

Sunday 30th June 2019

Chantilly, Chateau de Chantilly

FRANCE

1936 Rolls-Royce Phantom III Drophead Coupe 

Coachwork by the style of Vanvooren

Chassis no. 3AZ72

• Spectacular body constructed to the exact dimensions of a Vanvooren DHC 

• Attractive colour scheme period-style 

• Present ownership since 2004 

• Engine fully rebuilt 

• Well documented history

Footnotes

• 'The most captious criticism is obliged to admit that a Phantom III provides all that can be desired for a large luxury motor car. The comfort, silence and road-holding with really impressive acceleration and maximum speed made a combination of virtues which few cars of the time could equal. - Anthony Bird, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, 1964.
  
  
  Perhaps the most outstanding luxury of the 1930s - certainly on this side of the Channel - was the Rolls-Royce Phantom III. Introduced in 1936, the 7,340cc V12-engined Phantom III succeeded the Phantom II, the six-cylinder engine of which was considered to be the end of its development life. The choice of a V12 was a logical one for Rolls-Royce, the company already having had considerable experience of manufacturing V12 aero engines such as that used in the record-breaking Supermarine S6B seaplane. No doubt another consideration was the need to match the multi-cylinder opposition, notably the V16 Cadillac and V12 Hispano-Suiza.
  
  
  A state-of-the-art design employing advanced materials and techniques such as 'skeleton' cylinder blocks with wet liners and aluminium alloy cylinder heads, the PIII V12 produced 165bhp in its early form. The engine output aside, the Phantom III is an important milestone in the history of Rolls-Royce cars, being the first with independent front suspension. Including 10 experimental cars, only 727 Phantom IIIs were made between 1936 and 1940, of which around 300 exist worldwide today.
  
  
  Lawrence Dalton's definitive work, Rolls-Royce, The Derby Phantoms, records that '3AZ72' was originally bodied as a saloon-with-division by Windovers. The car's first owner was Alfred Sainsbury of Cadogan Square, London SW1, who was followed by CS Pollock of Crowborough, Sussex in 1947. The Phantom was known to remain in the UK until at least 1960. Many years later the car part of the famous Max Lips Collection in Holland. The present owner bought the car at Bonhams' Rockingham Castle Sale in June 2004 (Lot 509) at which time it still had the Windovers saloon body.
  
  
  A new Vanvooren-style drophead cut body was fitted, having been constructed to the exact measurements of an original Phantom III Vanvooren DHC. At the same time, the chair has been made to be ergonomic, multi-adjustable design. Executed in two-tone light / mid-blue, the attractive color scheme was inspired by those popular in the 1930s and later applied by Vanvooren. The engine was completely dismantled and rebuilt, and the chassis was restored to 'as new' condition. 
  
  
  A beautiful 'Art Deco' masterpiece, this unique Phantom III comes complete with an extensive history file containing manual manuals, handbooks, technical literature, restoration photographs, Netherlands registration papers, and records of owner owners.

SOURCE: https://www.bonhams.com/auctions/25566/lot/25/?category=list&length=12&page=2

SELECTED BY IDRIS SQUIRREL

I'M NUTS ABOUT CLASSICS

Disclaimer:  Whilst Classic Chatter ("we") attempt to make sure that the information contained in this website is accurate and complete, we are aware that some errors and omissions may occur from time to time. We are not able, therefore, to guarantee the accuracy of that information and cannot accept liability for loss or damage arising from misleading information or for any reliance on which you may place on the information contained in this website. We highly recommend that you check the accuracy of the information supplied. If you have any queries with regard to any information on our website, please contact us at  jeff.classicchatter@mail.com

CLASSIC CHATTER

Powered by Dragons

1965 FIAT 500 Élégance Beach Car - BONHAMS AUCTIONS Chantilly Sale Sunday 30th June 2019 Chantilly, Chateau de Chantilly

https://www.classicchatter.co.uk/events-guide

FEATURED AUCTION

BONHAMS AUCTIONS

Chantilly Sale

Sunday 30th June 2019

Chantilly, Chateau de Chantilly

FRANCE

The 1965 Turin Motor Show

1965 FIAT 500 Élégance Beach Car

Coachwork by Carrozzeria Savio, Turin

Chassis no. 0872263

•One-off example 

•Previously owned by Count Vittorio 'Gughi' Zanon di Valgiurata

•Restored in 2008

•Registered in Italy

Footnotes

• The unique 'beach car' offered here was built by Carrozzeria Savio of Turin and displayed at the 1965 Turin Motor Show, appearing on the cover of Auto Italiana magazine's edition covering the event (copy on file). Although one of Italy's lesser-known coachbuilders, Carrozzeria Savio could trace its origins back as far as 1919 when it was founded in Turin by brothers Antonio and Guiseppe Savio. Commencing with a contract from Itala, Savio went on to build bodies for all of Italy's major motor manufacturers, concentrating on FIAT chassis after WW2. In 1965 Savio launched the Moke-like Jungla recreational vehicle, based on the FIAT 600 (and later 850), the success of which almost certainly killed off the beach car project. As far as is known, the car offered here is the sole example built. 
  
  
  Little is know of this car's ownership history apart from the fact that the previous owner was Count Vittorio 'Gughi' Zanon di Valgiurata, an influential figure in the international motor sport who helped further the careers of drivers including Ayrton Senna, Michele Alboretto, and Ronnie Peterson. 
  
  
  In 2008 the Savio was restored in Italy by a Torinese specialist. Works carried out included overhauling the brakes, refurbishing the interior woodwork, re-chroming the brightwork, restoring the soft-top, and fitting new tyres and a new battery. The car is currently registered in Italy and according to the vendor is in very good condition.

. 

SOURCE: https://www.bonhams.com/auctions/25566/lot/20/?category=list&length=12&page=2

SELECTED BY IDRIS SQUIRREL

I'M NUTS ABOUT CLASSICS

Disclaimer:  Whilst Classic Chatter ("we") attempt to make sure that the information contained in this website is accurate and complete, we are aware that some errors and omissions may occur from time to time. We are not able, therefore, to guarantee the accuracy of that information and cannot accept liability for loss or damage arising from misleading information or for any reliance on which you may place on the information contained in this website. We highly recommend that you check the accuracy of the information supplied. If you have any queries with regard to any information on our website, please contact us at  jeff.classicchatter@mail.com

CLASSIC CHATTER

Powered by Dragons